Tour Highlights
Itenerary
- Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where your English-speaking guide and chauffeur greet you and assist with luggage.
- Transfer to your hotel for check-in and some time to refresh.
- Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a solemn landmark honoring Vietnam’s most revered leader.
- Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, an architectural marvel built on a single stone pillar rising from a lotus pond.
- Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, set within tranquil courtyards and ancient stone steles.
- Enjoy a gentle walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and the atmospheric Old Quarter.
- Conclude your evening with a VIP Water Puppet Show, a traditional art form portraying Vietnamese folklore through music and graceful puppetry.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
Experiences:
- Temple of Literature Cultural Visit
- Hoan Kiem Lake & Old Quarter Walk
- VIP Water Puppet Show
- After breakfast, drive to Ninh Binh, a peaceful region of emerald rice fields and dramatic limestone peaks.
- Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient 10th-century capital, home to beautifully carved temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasties.
- Continue to Tam Coc and enjoy a sampan boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, passing limestone cliffs, rice paddies, and cave passages.
- Experience the region’s serenity as you drift through stunning karst landscapes.
- Ascend the Mua Cave viewpoint for panoramic views across the river valley and surrounding peaks.
- Return to Hanoi, with your guide sharing cultural insights and local stories along the way.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
Experiences:
- Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Visit
- Tam Coc Sampan Boat Ride
- Mua Cave Viewpoint Hike
- After breakfast, transfer to Tuan Chau Marina to board your luxury cruise.
- Enjoy a welcome drink as the vessel begins its journey through the emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay, a quiet and pristine part of Halong.
- Savor a freshly prepared seafood lunch while sailing past towering limestone formations.
- Spend the afternoon kayaking through the tranquil Tra Bau area or swimming in calm turquoise waters.
- As the sun sets, relax on the sundeck with a cocktail or join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class.
- Enjoy a gourmet dinner under the stars, surrounded by the peaceful rhythm of the bay.
- Overnight onboard the cruise.
Experiences:
- Lan Ha Bay Luxury Cruise
- Kayaking or Swimming in Tra Bau
- Vietnamese Cooking Class
- Sunset & Gourmet Dinner
- Wake up to sunrise views and join a refreshing Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
- Enjoy breakfast before exploring Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island, known for dramatic stalactites and atmospheric chambers.
- Return to the marina and transfer back to Hanoi Airport for your short flight to Danang.
- Meet your local guide and driver upon arrival and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An.
- Spend the evening at leisure, wandering lantern-lit streets and riverside cafés.
- Overnight in Hoi An.
Experiences:
- Sunrise Tai Chi
- Trung Trang Cave Visit
- Lantern-Lit Evening in Hoi An
- Visit Cam Thanh Village, a peaceful rural community surrounded by water coconut forests.
- Glide through lush waterways in a traditional basket boat, guided by local fishermen.
- Learn about ancient fishing techniques and daily village life.
- Continue to Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for ochre-colored houses, merchant halls, and old trading lanes.
- Visit landmarks such as the Japanese Covered Bridge and Chinese Assembly Halls.
- Enjoy a serene lantern-lit boat ride on the Hoai River, releasing floating candles for good fortune.
- Optional: Join a Hoi An food walk, tasting local favorites such as white rose dumplings, green bean cake, banh my, wontons, and Vietnamese coffee.
- Overnight in Hoi An.
Experiences:
- Cam Thanh Basket Boat Ride
- Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour
- Lantern-Lit Boat Ride
- Food Walk Experience (optional)
- Travel to Ba Na Hills and ascend on Southeast Asia’s longest cable car ride.
- Walk across the iconic Golden Bridge, dramatically supported by giant stone hands.
- Explore the whimsical French Village with its European-style architecture.
- Stroll through the charming Le Jardin D’Amour themed gardens.
- Enjoy activities at Fantasy Park, filled with fun attractions and immersive experiences.
- Return to Hoi An in the evening.
- Overnight in Hoi An.
Experiences:
- Golden Bridge Visit
- Ba Na Hills Cable Car
- French Village Discovery
- Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and begin your guided tour upon arrival.
- Step inside the historic Independence Palace, central to Vietnam’s modern history.
- Admire the French-built Notre Dame Cathedral and iconic Central Post Office.
- Explore the bustling Ben Thanh Market, overflowing with spices, silks, and handicrafts.
- Optional evening experience: A O Show — a world-renowned bamboo circus blending dance, acrobatics, music, and visual artistry.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Experiences:
- Colonial Heritage Tour
- Ben Thanh Market
- A O Show (optional)
- Journey into the peaceful landscapes of the Mekong Delta.
- Board a private boat to Thoi Son Island and sample fresh tropical fruits.
- Sip fragrant honey tea and enjoy a traditional folk music performance.
- Drift along narrow canals in a hand-rowed sampan, surrounded by swaying palms.
- Visit a coconut candy workshop and watch artisans at work.
- Explore the serene Vinh Trang Pagoda, adorned with statues and gardens.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Experiences:
- Mekong Private Sampan Ride
- Honey Farm & Fruit Orchards
- Vinh Trang Pagoda Visit
- Enjoy a relaxed morning exploring cafés, boutiques, or soaking up one last taste of Saigon.
- Private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward flight.
Experiences:
- Private Departure Transfer
Accommodation
LE JARDIN HOTEL & SPA
HANOI
DELUXE CITY VIEW
PEONY CRUISE
HALONG BAY
DELUXE BALCONY CABIN
LITTLE RESIDENCE HOI AN
HOI AN
JUNIOR SUITE
THE ODYS BOUTIQUE
HO CHI MINH CITY
DELUXE ROOM
What's Included
Inclusions
Accommodation in double/twin/single basis with breakfast
Air-conditioned transfer during the whole tour
Note: Common airport transfers are considered for the whole group. In case any guest(s) arrive or depart at a different time than the
group, an additional transfer would be added at an extra cost.
English-speakingExperienced English speaking guide and 24/7 supporting service
- Breakfast on all days
- All meals while on cruise
- Complimentary 2 bottles of water each day
All entrance fees and sightseeing tickets as listed
Exclusions
- GST (5%) & TCS (as per govt. norms)
- Meals & beverages not mentioned in the program
- Compulsory tips to driver and tour guide (USD 5/person/day)
- International & domestic flights
- Visa & travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions
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