We will pick you up at airport then transfer to hotel. The rest of day is at your leisure. We recommend you to take a slow walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, which is very scenic, so remember to bring your camera. In walking distance from your hotel, you can go to Thang Long theatre where you can enjoy traditional Vietnamese water puppet show. Another option is to do some shopping, you will find plenty of shops in the old town as well as street night market. Should you wish to taste famous Vietnamese coffee, you will find many coffee shops in French style with a view to the lake. Overnight in Hanoi.

Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and head to Hoa Lu (a 2.5-hour drive). Explore the historic capital of Vietnam and visit the renowned ancient temples of the Le and Dinh Dynasties.

From Hoa Lu, we will transfer you to Tam Coc for lunch at around 12:30 PM.

After lunch, enjoy a scenic boat trip through Tam Coc, where you can admire the stunning karst formations, row along their base, and pass through limestone caves carved by nature.

Finally, return to Hanoi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel around 6:30 PM.

In the morning, the cruise shuttle bus will pick you up for a 3-hour drive to Halong Bay, with a short rest stop en route. Enjoy the picturesque journey through the Red River Delta, passing vibrant rice fields, water buffalo, and scenes of rural Vietnamese life.

Arrive at the Halong City jetty around noon and complete the check-in process. After a warm welcome aboard, lunch will be served as the boat begins its cruise into the bay.

In the afternoon, join the planned visits and activities (depending on your boat’s itinerary) or take time to relax on board. As the day comes to a close, the boat will anchor among the breathtaking karst formations. Enjoy a delicious dinner on board, followed by an overnight stay.

Start your day with a fresh morning in the heart of the bay, as the sun rises over Halong. Enjoy breakfast (or brunch on some boats) while the vessel slowly cruises through the magnificent rock formations, making its way back to port. After disembarking, transfer to Hanoi airport for a short flight to Danang.

Enjoy hotel pickup and depart for Ba Na Hills, one of the top amusement parks in Asia. Located at an elevation of 1,487 meters above sea level, Ba Na Hills is often referred to as “heaven on earth” due to its stunning climate and breathtaking natural beauty.

Activities include:

• Riding the cable carnetwork
• Strolling across the famous Golden Bridge
• Exploring various attractions like beautiful gardens, the French village, and the game center
• Enjoying a buffet lunch

Continue to explore Ba Na Hills until around 3:00 PM, then depart for your hotel. You will arrive at the hotel by approximately 4:30 PM, followed by some leisure time.

Enjoy a free day to relax and explore Danang at your own pace.

09:00 AM – Check out of your hotel.  

09:30 AM – Visit Marble Mountain, where you’ll enjoy stunning viewpoints and explore caves for about an hour before heading to Hoi An.

10:30 AM – Travel to the Basket Boat Tour. Arrive at Cam Thanh Village around 11:00 AM, where you’ll participate in a unique local activity. A local rower will guide you through the water coconut forest, allowing you to experience the tranquil nature and watch a performance showcasing traditional basket boat spinning skills.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

3:00 PM – Arrive in Hoi An and begin exploring the Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring centuries-old houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, and the Chinese Assembly Halls.

Have dinner at one of the many local restaurants at your own expense or explore the town until the lanterns are lit around 6:30 PM.

Optional: You can choose to take a sampan ride and float candles on the river (at your own expense). Your guide will be available to assist you if needed.

Check-in at your hotel in Hoi An. Overnight stay in Hoi An

Enjoy a free day to relax and explore Hoian at your own pace.

Leisure time until airport pick up for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Pick up on arrival. Leisre time.

Hotel pick-up and depart for the Mekong Delta.
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda.

Arrive in My Tho, then board a wooden junk to cruise along the Tien River.
Continue to Unicorn Island (also known as Thoi Son Island) to learn about the local people’s way of life, explore the gardens, and enjoy tropical fruits and traditional music.

Take a rowboat through the canals, visit the bee farms, and enjoy a cup of honey tea.

Next, visit a coconut candy workshop in Ben Tre to see how this local specialty is made.

Then, enjoy a horse cart ride around the village, heading to a local restaurant for lunch.

After lunch, return to My Tho harbor and board the tour bus back to Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast, depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels. The Cu Chi Tunnels are an extensive network of over 120 km underground, constructed by Vietnamese guerrillas during the war to hide and fight against opposing forces. You’ll learn about the various booby traps used during the Vietnam War, as well as the methods of building, maintaining, and living in these tunnels. The visit also includes exploring underground halls, secret working areas, and meeting rooms, along with the unique smoke-hiding technique invented by the guerrillas.

Enjoy lunch and then visit some of the key highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, including the Independence Palace, the Cathedral (currently under restoration), and the Post Office.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Enjoy your leisure time until your airport transfer for your flight. Thank you very much for traveling with us!