7-Day Vietnam Tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh with Halong Bay Cruise

• Welcome to Hanoi. You will be collected by our local driver at Hanoi Airport and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The room is at your disposal from 14:00 (2 PM) onwards.
• The rest of the day is at your leisure. Meals are on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Meals: None

Tour Guide: None

Transfer: Private car

• 07:00: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We will travel to Ninh Bình Province, about 120 km from Hanoi.
• 09:00: Enjoy a short 20-minute break to relax.
• 10:30: The first destination on this trip is Hoa Lư, the ancient capital. This was the first capital of Vietnam. When you visit Hoa Lư, you will learn why the capital moved to Hanoi. You will be impressed by the outstanding architecture as you enter the temples of King Đinh and King Lê, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17th century. Try to feel the ancient atmosphere in Hoa Lư, the ancient capital.
• 12:30: At noon, our car and guide will take you for lunch.
• 13:30 - 14:00: Visit Tràng An, which UNESCO recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2014. Tràng An has a beautiful tunnel cave system, so Kong's movie group chose this place for the new version of Kong in 2016 - "Skull Island". Take a boat trip to visit Tràng An and see the fantastic beauty of this landscape, with many caves such as Sang Cave (Light Cave), Tối Cave (Dark Cave), Nấu Rượu Cave (Cooking Wine Cave), a green river, and natural scenery.
• 17:30: Return to Hanoi.
• 19:30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the hotel. The trip ends.

THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING

• Hat, umbrella, shoes
• Sun cream, sunglasses
• Mosquito spray
• Camera

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Guide: English-speaking guide

Transfer: Group transfer

• 08:00: Our tour guide and shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
• 08:45: Depart for Halong Bay for a 2.5-hour journey.
• 10:30: Arrive in Hải Dương Province and have a 20-minute short break.
• 11:30 - 12:00: Arrive at Tuần Châu Harbor.
• 12:00 - 12:30: Welcome to Dragon Bay Cruise and enjoy a welcome drink. Meet the captain and crew for a brief introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines, then complete the check-in procedure.
• 13:00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and a vegetarian lunch while cruising through the magnificent Halong-Lan Ha Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
• Continue cruising through Con Vịt Islet (Duck Islet), Thumb Islet, and Gia Luận Harbor, which belongs to the Cát Bà area.
• Discover the lagoon's natural area, which belongs to Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for swimming or simply sunbathe on our cruise in a private, wild setting with fresh air.
• 15:45: Go kayaking in many beautiful spots under our tour guide's instructions, then swim or sunbathe on the cruise in this private, wild setting with fresh air.
• Head back toward the sleeping area.
• 18:00: Return to Dragon Bay Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax.
• 19:00: Time for dinner. Enjoy exceptional seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.
• 21:00: Evening entertainment includes games on the cruise such as cards, chess, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service, and an overnight stay on the Dragon Bay Cruise.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Overnight on cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tour Guide: English-speaking guide on board

Transfer: Shuttle bus

• 07:00 - 07:45: Have breakfast and enjoy the morning view of the bay's landscape with tea or coffee.
• 08:00: Immerse yourself in the stunning views of the bay and its dramatic limestone islets.
• Tourists visit the famous Frog Pond. Here, you can freely kayak and explore the landscape or go for a swim...
• 09:15: Return to your cabin, relax, and carefully check all your luggage before leaving.
• 09:30: Check out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay while room service is available. Complete the check-out procedure and enjoy your last lunch on the cruise.
• 11:30: The cruise lands at Tuần Châu Harbor, where tourists say goodbye to the sailors and finish the cruise.
• 12:00 - 12:30: Return to Hanoi by bus.
• 15:00 - 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi.
• After arriving at Hanoi's meeting point, our private car will pick you up for your flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh. Once you reach Tan Son Nhat International Airport, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.
• Please be informed that the designated parking areas for vehicles at Ho Chi Minh Airport are approximately 150 meters from the arrival gate. We appreciate your understanding regarding the short walk involved in this process.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

Tour Guide: None

Transfer: Shuttle bus and private car

Pick up: 06:45 - 07:00 (the time of pick-up depends on the customer's hotel/accommodation's exact position; the hotel must be in District 1)

Drop off: 19:00

Route: HCMC - Cu Chi District - HCMC

• Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The trip to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours. Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived the harsh conditions of wartime. Then, spend time exploring the remaining areas and tunnel system, including living areas with kitchens and bedrooms, alongside other military facilities such as weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centres, which helped the people living inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. There are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security during the war. Afterwards, special tea and cassava, the guerrilla food of the war period, will be served during break time.
• Have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Continue to visit Mỹ Tho City. With a boat trip on the Tiền River, you will enjoy the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands along the riverside: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.
• Cruise through the small canal by sampan, treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside, and take a short cycle around the village, which will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience during the Mekong Delta tour. Visit the coconut candy workshop and enjoy delicious seasonal fruits and honey tea. You will also have a chance to listen to Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local people.
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner is on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Guide: English-speaking guide

Transfer: Group transfer

GROUP SIZE: 12 people

PICK-UP: 07:30 - 08:00 (the time of pick-up depends on your accommodation's exact position)

RETURN: 18:00

ROUTE: HCM City

• Take the morning trip to Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, which was built on the site of the former Norodom Palace. The Independence Palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by architect Ngô Viết Thụ. Continue to see beautiful structures from the French colonial period, such as Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. This is followed by the remarkable War Remnants Museum, which has a vast display related to the Indochina wars.
• Have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Continue the city tour in the afternoon by discovering the city's western side. Ride to Chợ Lớn (Big Market) and Thiên Hậu Pagoda, located in Chinatown. Continue to Bạch Đằng Harbor. The boat will depart after checking the waterbus tickets and helping you settle into your seat. During the trip, you will have a unique view of some of the city's most typical commercial buildings, including the Vinhomes Central Park urban area, the magnificent Landmark 81 tower, the Bitexco Financial Tower, and the green, peaceful District 2. Many stunning moments await you. Try to discover the soul of this land - the Saigon River - by waterbus. You may realize many wonders and gain a more accurate view of the land once called the Paris of Indochina or the Pearl of the Far East.
• 18:00: Transfer back to your hotel or meeting point. Finish the trip.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Guide: English-speaking guide

Transfer: Group transfer

• On this day, you are free at leisure until you are picked up and transferred to the airport, without a guide, for your departure flight. Meals are on your own. End of services.

Our Services:

Accommodation: None

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Guide: None

Transfer: Private car