Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi

   • Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi.

   • Meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in Hanoi Old Town.

   • Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city.

   Stay overnight in Hanoi.

2. Day 2: Explore Ninh Binh

   • Depart Hanoi for Ninh Binh in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

   • Visit the ancient Dinh and Le King Temples and learn their historical significance.

   • Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.

   • Board a sampan boat to explore Tam Coc's three caves.

   • Cycle around Tam Coc village to experience local life.

   • Climb 500 stone steps to Mua Cave for panoramic views.

   • Return to Hanoi for overnight stay.

3. Day 3: Cruise Halong Bay

   • Depart Hanoi for Halong Bay by road (approx. 3 hours).

   • Board your selected cruise and settle into your cabin.

   • Cruise through emerald waters, visit a fishing village, and enjoy optional kayaking or swimming.

   • Join a cooking class on board and savor a seafood dinner.

   Stay overnight on the cruise.

4. Day 4: Fly to Da Nang & Transfer to Hoi An

   • Start the day with Tai Chi on deck and visit a nearby cave.

   • Check out and disembark after breakfast.

   • Return to Hanoi and transfer to the airport.

   • Fly to Da Nang and meet your driver upon arrival.

   • Transfer to your hotel in Hoi An for overnight stay.

5. Day 5: Discover Hoi An Ancient Town

   • Explore Hoi An Ancient Town on a guided walking tour.

   • Admire the Japanese Covered Bridge, French colonial houses, and lantern-lined streets.

   • Enjoy your afternoon at leisure for shopping or tea houses.

   Stay overnight in Hoi An.

6. Day 6: Visit My Son Sanctuary & Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

   • Depart for My Son Sanctuary and explore its ruins with your guide.

   • Learn about the Champa Kingdom and attend a Cham dance performance.

   • Return to Hoi An and transfer to Da Nang Airport.

   • Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to your hotel.

   Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

7. Day 7: Discover the Mekong Delta

   • Travel to Cai Be and board a private boat on the Mekong River.

   • Visit local workshops and try traditional snacks.

   • Cycle or walk to Phu Chau Pagoda and interact with locals.

   • Enjoy a lunch featuring elephant ear fish.

   • Paddle through shaded canals in a rowboat.

   • Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

8. Day 8: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City

   • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

   • Spend your free time exploring or shopping.

   • Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure.