DAY 1: Hanoi Arrival
Meet your tour guide on arrival at Noi Bai International Airport. Transfer to the hotel in city center and check-in.
Hotel rooms may not be ready until 14:00 but an early check-in would be guaranteed with a surcharge. The rest of the day is at leisure. Subject to your arrival time, you may want to venture out to explore the city on your own or join one of our wonderful optional excursions in and around Hanoi, such as a walking tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter for you first impression of Vietnam’s capital city.
Meals: NA
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi.
Activities: Welcome to Vietnam! Just relax on the first day.
DAY 2: Hanoi City Tour full day
8:00 - 8:30 Start your journey with a pickup from your hotel.
We start the trip at the Ho Chi Minh Complex including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday, Friday and during the months of September and October), Ho Chi Minh Museum, his house-on-stilts, Presidential Palace and the unique One Pillar Pagoda. Then visit Temple of Literature, known as the first university of Vietnam and built more than 1,000 years ago.
We continue visit the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple then a walking tour into the hidden alleys of Hanoi Old Quarter. Ending trip with enjoying a leisurely one-hour cyclo touring the streets.
Optional: If you are not interested in Cylco you can change it to a Water Puppet Show.
Around 16:30, return to your hotel.
Alternative for visit on Monday and Friday and during September and October:
Explore the heart of Vietnamese nation at the amazing Ho Chi Minh presidential complex (OUT SIDE) and the profound and meaningful pagodas and temples, especially visiting unique and beautiful structures and religious cultural beauty of QuanThanh Temple. Continue to enjoy the solemn and wonderful landscape on the peaceful and historical values of Tran Quoc Pagoda.
Tucked away between Hanoi’s Old Quarter and the Red River is the Long Bien market. Vendors and middlemen begin gathering here around two in the morning to snap up the best of the day’s incoming food. This is the reason why the market has just been voted as one of the best 7 streets market in the world by the Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. And it might be a place in the wish list of all travelers.
We continue visit the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple then a walking tour into the hidden alleys of Hanoi Old Quarter. Ending trip with enjoying a leisurely one-hour cyclo touring the streets.
Optional: If you are not interested in Cylco you can change it to a Water Puppet Show.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Activities: Full day exploring Hanoi. This morning see the city’s highlights; this afternoon enjoy a cyclo tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learn about traditional Vietnamese architecture
DAY 3: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi
7:45-8:00 Our bus and tour guide pick up at your hotel then depart for Hoa Lu in Ninh Binh Province. Ninh Binh is located south of the Northern Delta, between the Red River and Ma River. The old city of Ninh Binh is one of many famous historic sites in Vietnam. The provincial town of Ninh Binh as diverse landscapes because of its proximity to the mountains of Non Nuoc and Canh Dieu.
10:30 Arrive in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, where we will visit King Dinh and King Le Temples.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Depart for Van Long Nature Reserve. Van Long Nature Reserve is more glorious limestone pinnacles, this tranquil reserve comprises a reedy wetland that`s popular with bird-watchers. Among the bird species that have been spotted here are the rare black-faced spoonbill, cotton pygmy goose and white-browed crake. Van Long is also one of the last wild refuges of the endangered Delacour`s langur, partly because the wetlands keep predators and poachers at bay.
Get on the bamboo boat to explore beautiful natural area, enjoy spectacular scenery and the rural life of the locals.
15:30 -16.00 Get on bus and our driver will take you back to Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Activities: Day trip to picturesque Ninh Binh, visit the Hoa Lu ancient capital and enjoy a boat ride to explore Van Long Nature Reserve.
DAY 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Halong Bay is listed by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage and voted as a Wonder of Nature by the New7Wonders Foundation. You will have a night staying in this world famous bay.
Be ready for pick-up at your hotel lobby at 08:00. Halfway to Halong City we will have a stop at Hong Ngoc Humanitarian Centre. Apart from having clean western style toilet facilities we will be able to see local craftsmen at work and have time for relaxation.
11:30 - 12:00 Upon arrival at the pier, embark on the boat and set sail on a cruise through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Halong Bay, taking in the spectacular scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Lunch is served as you cruise by impressive rock formations with unusual names and shapes.
In the afternoon you will start to discover Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of outstanding natural beauty, known in Vietnamese as “Dragon descending to the sea“. Depending on each cruise’s itinerary of the day, you may visit a beautiful cave, have some swimming at Titov or Soi Sim beach. Kayaking is available at a surcharge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On-board an overnight cruise in Halong Bay
Activities: Drive to Halong Bay where you board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of this magical World Heritage Site. Enjoy lunch and a swim. Drop anchor in the evening for an overnight stay among the dramatic limestone peaks.
Our tour guide will not accompany aboard the cruise in Halong Bay. Resident English speaking guide on board is available.
DAY 5: Ha Long - Hanoi - Da Nang - Hoi An
Wake up by the sounds of the sea. After breakfast, cruise will take tourists to explore the most stunning caves in Halong.
At around 10:30 boat starts cruising back to the harbor while brunch is served. We continue cruising through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations.
12:00 - 12:30 Back on shore we will then transfer by car to the airport in Hanoi to catch a flight to Da Nang. It will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on flight. Welcomed by our driver in Danang Airport then we will be transferred to hotel in Hoi An.
Check in, free at leisure the rest of the day.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: Spend the morning exploring Halong Bay then transfer back to Hanoi. Transfer to Hoi An with a connecting flight to Da Nang.
DAY 6: Hoi An - Ecotour in Cam Thanh & City tour
Pick up from your hotel, the transportation by boat is around 15 minutes during which we are exploring the Thu Bon river, then we transfer on a typical local boat to reach Bay Mau Coconuts palm forest. You can enjoy the verdant nature all around while learning what it is possible to do with the coconuts palm leaves.
Then we continue our trip by bicycle to reach Dap Muoi - a place where is produced the salt. We run our bike in the countrysides and explore Cam Thanh Village. We pass through a little path bordering the river and come across a variety of sceneries such as rice fields, fish farms and lots of others. During this tour you will have the chance to meet and have a talk with locals people, moreover you can take unique pictures of the wonderful landscapes.
We will also spend time for fishing by the traditional way with inhabitants, they will be so happy to cook for you the special grilled fish in banana leaves. It is a really pleasant time for relaxing and enjoying the fresh air of the countrysides.
After lunch, your guide will take you for a city tour through the ancient town by bike. Its friendly inhabitants, narrow streets, old houses, temples and wooden bridge still remain its ancient character. Overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: Having a really pleasant time for relaxing and enjoying the fresh air of the countrysides in Cam Thanh, spending a nice day, closer to the nature and the inhabitants. Enjoy a city tour in Hoi An in the afternoon.
DAY 7: Hoi An - Hue
Free in the morning to explore Hoi An town with ancient houses, souvenir shops, tailor shops, cyclo drivers, street vendors, lantern-sparkled nights, performances of folk songs and arts. There are many clothing store in Hoi An where you can buy favorite clothes for yourself. You can easily find a lot of materials, silks in several types and colors. We are very glad to give some address for shopping in Họi An.
- Shop 45: 45 Hoang Dieu Street, Hoi An
- Trang Tailors: 43 Trang Hung Dao Street, Hoi An
- Yaly Fashion: 358 Nguyen Duy Hieu
Afternoon you get transfer by bus from Hoi An to Hue. We arrive Hue in the evening. Check in hotel for relax for rest of day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Activities: Morning at leisure in Hoi An, transfer Hoi An – Hue.
DAY 8: Hue City Full Day Tour
8:00 Pick up at hotel in Hue. Start tour with a boat trip on the Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the symbols of Hue.
Continue by exploring Hue Citadel - situated on the Northern bank of the Perfume River and built by Emperor Gia Long. It was designed for the exclusive use of the royal family.
Then we take a short drive into the river where seven tombs were built for seven Nguyen emperors. Each is an expression of the unique personality of the man whose remains it holds and each is comprised of three elements: a temple dedicated to the worship of the deceased emperor and his queen, a stone stele that records the biographical and historical high points of his life, and the royal tomb itself. In this tour, we will visit Minh Mang Tomb (tomb of Emperor Minh Mang) and Khai Dinh Tomb (tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh).
Free time for rest of the day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Activities: Half day city tour in the morning, with a boat trip on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, explore the Citadel, and the royal tombs of Nguyen Emperors
DAY 9: Hue - Ho Chi Minh City
Free at leisure until being picked up and transferred to Hue Airport by our driver for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes from Hue to the Southern hub Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival at the airport, meet our driver. Transfer to hotel in Saigon. Check in and relax.
14:00 Guide & driver pick up at your hotel. Start our city tour. Take part in tour, you will visit some typical interesting sights of Ho Chi Minh City such as: War Remnants Museum (or History Museum), Reunification Palace, Saigon Center Post Office.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Activities: Transfer from Hue to HCM City by plane. Half day city tour in the afternoon, visit typical interesting sights of Saigon.
DAY 10: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta
The mighty Mekong empties to the Eastern Sea through nine estuaries with two biggest ones called as Tien River and Hau River that form the fertile land known as the Mekong River Delta. Visiting the region you will be amazed by the view of endless paddy fields, the waterway system and the lush green fruit orchards.
Your journey will take you to Ben Tre for a day exploring the Mekong Delta. Activities of the day include the visit to a brick kiln factory, a coconut processing workshop and a local mat-weaving house, take Xe Loi ride (a kind of modern motorized rickshaw) or cycling tour to explore around village under coconut row and tasting some fresh seasonal fruits. One of the highlights of the tour is a ride by small sampan boat through the small canals and side-arms of the “Mighty Mekong” to observe the daily life along the river banks.
Enjoy lunch with local delicacies before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City.
You have all rest of the day explore the city by your own.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Activities: Visit Ben Tre - experience the water world of Mekong Delta, embark on a small sampan boat riding through the small canals to observe the daily life along the river banks
DAY 11: Ho Chi Minh City Departure
Have leisure time before your departure. You are welcome to join our interesting optional excursions in and around Ho Chi Minh City, such as our Good Morning Saigon! tour.
Please note that hotel check-out time is at 12:00. A late check-out can be arranged subject to room availability and a surcharge will be applied.
Transfer to the airport in Ho Chi Minh City for your onward flight. Tour ends after arriving at the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: NA
Activities: Free at leisure until be picked up for departure flight (optional excursions available)
Important Notes:
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- In case of unpredictable bad conditions of weather in Halong Bay, please kindly understand that the cancellation will be made ONLY by the Management Board of Halong Bay and normally the announcement will be informed in short notice.
- If you have any specific food requirement (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies, etc.) please inform us in advance, we will provide notices to our restaurants, tour guides and partners so they would be able to serve you the best.
- 30% of total package price should be deposited once the booking is confirmed
