DAY 1 –  HANOI ARRIVAL – CITY TOUR (-/-)

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our representative will meet and transfer to Hanoi hotel for check-in the hotel (Early check-in is not guaranteed)

Visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, inclusive of Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (from outside), as well as his private residence from 1954 until 1969. The wooden ethnic minority style house, which was built on stilts, is surrounded by lovely peaceful gardens. In the same complex you will see the One Pillar Pagoda, founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049. This structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi.

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on an east side isle of the West Lake (Tay Ho district), It is considered as the most ancient pagoda in Thang Long – Ha Noi with its historical progression in 1500 years.

Later, we visit the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son temple – Temple of the Jade Mountain, Hanoi’s most visited temple sits on a small island in the northern part of the lake, connected to the lakeshore by an elegant scarlet bridge called Cau The Huc. We then free shopping at the Old Quarter of Hanoi, a fascinating network of narrow alleys and shop houses also known as ‘The 36 Streets’ – each street being named after the merchandise traditionally sold there, ranging from fabrics, medicines to crafts. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

Meals: None

DAY 2 –  HANOI – NINH BINH (HOA LU – TAM COC – MUA CAVE) (B)

After breakfast, departure for Hoa Lu – Tam Coc, enjoying the beautiful sceneries of the rural areas on the way. After arriving in Ninh Binh province, the guide takes you to visit Hoa Lu – the Ancient Royal capital of Viet Nam. We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple, in the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of this two Kings in the Chinese Wars. After that, we go to Tam Coc (10 km far from Hoa Lu).

Visit Mua Cave (Mua mean Dance) with 500 steps up to the Top of Mua Moutain. On the Top, you can overview all the nice sence of Hoa Lu.

After lunch time you will get on bamboo boat – rowed by the local people – in Hoang Long River to visit Tam Coc (three caves) on the way. You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river and along the way, you witness local fisherfolk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for. Afterward we will take car back Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 3 –  HANOI – HALONG BAY ON CRUISE (B/L/D) – Private transfer, no guide

Breakfast at hotel, transfer to Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage site (160km driving one way – 3.5hrs drive). This will be your first opportunity to see some of the rural areas of Vietnam. The drive goes through the Red River delta, so we’ll have plenty of chance for taking photo of Vietnamese farmers tilling the vast green paddy field.

12h00 – 12h30: Embark Halong Cruise. Enjoy welcome drink and get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.

13h15: Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay, admiring the fascinating rock and the beautiful of Halong Bay from your cruise.

16h00: Join a guided visit to Stalemate Cave in Ha Long Bay.

17h20: Return to Cruise, enjoy the sunset while relaxing with happy hours from now to dinner time at the bar.

18h00: Enjoy happy hours’ various drinks on discount. Taking part in a Cooking Demonstration and Food Décor Class with our Chef.

19h00 – 21h00: Dinner is served on cruise restaurant.

21h00 – 22h00: Time of second happy hours to the late night or join Squid Fishing with the crew, sing Karaoke or just laze around or relax in your cabin.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 –  HALONG – DANANG BY FLIGHT (B/L) – Private transfer, no guide

06h30 Welcome a new day with amazing dawn on the cruise. Refresh your body & soul by a Tai-Chi Lesson on sundeck.

07h00 – 08h00: Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast.

08h00 – 09h00: Climb to the peak of Island for the panoramic views of the bay. Relax on the beach, swim in the emerald water.

09h00: Return to Cruise for freshening up.

09h30: Check out your cabin and continue roaming around the picturesque route toward Bai Tho Mountain near the harbor.

10h30: Have early lunch.

12.00: Arrive back at Ha Long city for disembarkation.

ü  Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather

ü  The above itinerary is for your reference only as each cruise will have its own itinerary and will be slightly different.

In the afternoon, transfer directly to Noi Bai Airport for an afternoon flight to Danang (No guide).

Upon arrival Danang, you will be transferred to Danang downtown for a check-in hotel (No guide). Overnight in Danang.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 5 –  DANANG – CHAM ISLAND (B)

After breakfast, we will pick you up from the hotel and start to drive Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham). 15km from the coast of Cua Dai (Hoi An, Quang Nam), Cu Lao Cham is an island cluster consisting of 8 islands with a cool year-round climate, rich flora and fauna, especially seafood and natural resources. Salanganes nests… Cu Lao Cham is recognized by UNESCO as a world biosphere reserve.

8h15 – 8h30: The boat departs at Cua Dai port – Hoi An, starting to explore the sea and islands.

9h00: The ship docked. Visit the Marine Protected Area, residential area, Au boat, Hai Tang pagoda, visit Tan Hiep market and shop for souvenirs.

10h30: The boat takes guests to the beach: Swimming, diving to see corals, sea creatures.

12h00: Lunch with local seafood dishes, have a rest. Free time climbing the mountain, walk around to see the scenery, sunbathe, swim in the sea.

14h00: You board the ship back to Cua Dai Port. You will have 30 minutes to shop for souvenirs and refreshments.

15h00: Arrival at Cua Dai port. Take car back to the hotel (Customers take the traditional wooden train back more than 1 hour)

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6 – BANA HILLS – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Bana Hills. You have a chance to ride on a modern system of cable cars helps you get a bird’s-eye view, very miraculous and attractive. You will visit some old French villas en route, as well as the suspension bridge, Nui Chua & the Mountain Peak (at the height of 1,487m). Continue to visit Vong Nguyet Villa where we will visit Linh Ung Pagoda, Sakyamuni Buddha’s Monument, continue to visit Golden Bridge, enjoy stunning panoramic views of majestic scenery from above.

Afternoon, go down to Danang by cable car, transfer to Hoian – a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries. Discover the charming of Hoi An ancient town by walking to visit a traditional Chinese Communal House, Hoi Kien Temple, ancient Tan Ky Merchants’ Houses, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge & spending time in Colorful Hoi An Local Market, Free time for shopping at Hoi An Ancient Town. Transfer back to Danang. Overnight at a hotel in Da Nang.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7 –  DANANG – SAIGON BY FLIGHT – CITY TOUR (B)

After breakfast, free at leisure before transfer to the airport for a flight to Saigon (No guide).

Upon arrival Saigon, meet up our guide then transfer to check-in hotel.

Afterward, visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 – CUCHI TUNNELS – MEKONG DELTA (MY THO) (B)

After breakfast, our driver will pick you up at your hotels in Saigon. The trip to Cu Chi will take you an approximately one and a half-hour bus drive. Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining areas and tunnel system which include special living areas with kitchens and bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for the security purpose during the war.

Continue to visit My Tho city. With boat trip on Tien River, you will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise along the riverside. Cruise through the small canal by sampan, treating yourself to the beauty of the countryside, and taking a short cycling around the village which will certainly be an unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour. Visit the coconut candy workshop, and enjoy seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea. Get a chance to listen to the Southern Vietnamese folk music which is performed by local people. Return to Saigon. Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9 –  SAIGON DEPARTURE (B)

After breakfast, free at leisure before transfer to the airport for flight home! (No guide)