Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive Hanoi – City tour (L)

   • 7h30- 8h00: Our driver pick you up from Airport station tranfer to city center join group tour .
   • We will start our city day trip. Head to the Uncle Ho’s final resting-place standing in Ba Dinh Square where the Vietnamese cultural and political events are usually taken place. 
   • Visit Ho Chi Minh stilt house, where Ho Chi Minh used to live intermittently during Vietnam War, and One Pillar Pagoda – a Buddhism temple featuring a particular architecture inside and a peaceful lotus lake outside. Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, visit Bodhi tree which was offered by Indian Prime Minister Razendia Prasat as a gift when he visited Vietnam in 1959. 
   • 12h30: Have Lunch in restaurant in old quarter. Continue to the ancient temple named Ngoc Son Temple, and Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake). Go to see the first Vietnam University - Literature Temple (Quoc Tu Giam) founded in 1070 based on teachings of Confucian.
   • 16h15:  Enjoy Water Puppet show - a kind of well-known traditional Vietnamese art which is preserved through generations with more than 800 years old. (Excluded water pupet show)
   • Free time Dinner for yourself
   • Stay overnight in Ha Noi.
   • Please note: - The Program will be adjusted to suit the Arrival flights. The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum closed on Monday and Friday and all museums closed on Monday. Alternatives will be recommended accordingly.

2. Day 2: Hanoi -Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu – Trang An- mua cave ) [B/L]

   • 7h30 -8:00 AM - Depart from Hanoi
   • Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and begin the journey towards Ninh Binh province. It takes approximately two hours to reach the first destination of the day, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
   • 10:00 -10h30 AM - Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
   • Hoa Lu was the capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Le dynasties in the 10th and 11th centuries. Here, you will visit the temples of the two kings, Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh. The temples are located in a scenic area surrounded by limestone mountains and green rice fields.
   • 11:30 AM - Explore Mua Cave
   • After visiting Hoa Lu, the tour continues to Mua Cave, located nearby. Mua Cave is a popular tourist spot due to its stunning panoramic view of the Tam Coc area. To reach the top of the mountain, you need to climb 500 steps, but the effort is worth it.
   • 1:00 PM - Lunch break
   • You will have lunch at a local restaurant in Ninh Binh, where you can try traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
   • 2:00 PM - Boat tour in Trang An
   • After lunch, it's time for a boat tour in Trang An, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Trang An is known for its scenic landscapes of karst mountains, caves, and rivers. During the boat tour, you will explore the caves and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
   • 4:30 PM - Return to Hanoi
   • After the boat tour, you will be driven back to your hotel in Hanoi, where you will arrive around 6:30 PM, depending on traffic.

3. Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay – Amazing cave – Titop island – Luon Cave – Kayaking [B/L/]

   • 08h30-09h00: The car and tour guide will pick you up at the meeting point in the Old Quarter and Opera House to depart for Halong Bay. On the way, you stop at Hai Duong to take a rest and freely shop for specialties there.
   • 11h30-12h00: Arrive at Ha Long port, the tour group gathers at the waiting house under the guidance of the tour guide, get the ticket from the tour guide and get on board to start your journey of exploring the bay. The cruise will go through a lot of the large and small islands with many different shapes, including Hon Ga Choi the symbol of Halong Bay…
   • Enjoy lunch on board.
   • 14h00: Arrive at Bo Hon island, you will visit Sung Sot Cave one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. Next, you will kayak or take a bamboo boat to visit Luon Cave (the cost of kayaking or sitting on a bamboo boat is included). After 30 minutes of kayaking, you board the cruise to go to Titop island.
   • You can swim at Titop beach with white sand, or try trekking to the top of Titop mountain to see the panoramic view of Halong Bay.
   • 16h30: You return to the cruise. The cruise will move to bring you back to the port. You can sunbathe on the deck, listen to music and relax, and immerse yourself in the nature of Halong Bay.
   • 17h30-18h00: The cruise docks. Say goodbye to Halong Bay and get in the car to come back to Hanoi.
   • 20h00-20h30: Arrive at Hanoi, the car will drop you off at the pick-up point. End the trip.

   Important Note: Time to visit Halong Bay can be adjusted to suit your conditions. Departure date or may be subject to change depending on Halong weather or coordination of the Management Board of Halong Bay. In some cases, there may be a ban on sudden departure due to high winds or thunderstorms without prior notice. Hope you accept and understand!

4. Day 4 : Hanoi – flight to Danang – Marble mountain – Linh Ung pagoda – Hoain [B/D]

   • After breakfast at your hotel, you will take a flight to Danang. (Note- Flight tickets excluded) 
   • 14:30-14:45: Driver and guide pick you up from your hotel, visit Linh Ung pagoda – the most important pagoda in Danang for the Buddhist people to come and pray.
   • On the way to Hoi An, we will visit Ngu Hanh Son (Marble Mountain) 
   • Marble Mountain is a complex consisting of Kim (Iron Mountain), Mộc (Wood Mountain), Thủy (Water Mountain), Hỏa (Fire Mountain), Thổ (Earth Mountain) symbolizing for 5 main elements of the universe in Asia Culture. You will discover the mysterious beauty of caves combining the sacred atmosphere of Buddhism. Visiting Tam Thai Pagoda, Linh Ung Pagoda.
   • You will admire the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skilful hands of artisans in Non Nuoc village at the foot of the mountain. 
   • 18:00 Depart to Hoi An Ancient Town. You will have dinner with a lot of unique local dishes like Cao Lau, Hoanh Thanh, Banh Bao, Banh Vac.
   • Visit Hoi An Ancient town, with: Japanese Bridge: This only remains of Japanese culture is now considered as a symbol of Hoi An. Taking a walk on the street along the Hoai River, enjoy the nightlife of Hoi An Town. Colorful lanterns are hung in front of the houses, across the streets and paths all around the town, which is going to make you feel peaceful, serene and want to last this walk forever.
   • 21:00 Drop off at your hotel.

5. Day 5: Danang – Bana Hill – Golden Brigde [B/L/]

   • At 8:00 – 8:30 a.m : Our car and Guide will meet you at your hotel in Da Nang and start the trip to Ba Na Hills. If you start from Hoi An, please be ready at 7:30am

   • At 9:30 a.m : Upon arrival at Ba Na hills, you will get on a Cable Car which gains 4 world scores

   • Visit Debay Wine Cellar built in 1923, Le Jardin D’Amour Flower Garden Highlight in this tour is Golden Bridge ( Hands of God). You will have a chance to see and take photos of this beautiful bridge.

   • You continue to visit Linh Ung pagoda where the highest Buddhism statue in the country is located (27 m).

   • At 11: 30 a.m: Have Lunch at a restaurant and take a short rest.

   • At 12:30 p.m: Conquer the peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1487 m, the highest peak in Ba na to visit Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple. You continue to discover the French Square, visit and play some games in Fantasy Park – one of the largest indoor amusement parks in Vietnam with a series of interesting games.

   • At 15:30: Back to the cabin down the mountain. 

   • Back to the hotel in Da nang/ Hoi an. Arrive in Da nang at about 17:00 and arrive in Hoi an at about 17:30 

   Included: Coach, English speaking tour guide, entrance and sightseeing fees, hotel, lunch , Excluded: dinner,drink , tip and personal expenses

6. Day 6: Danang – Flight to Phu Quoc – Free and Easy [B] note Excluded Flight tickets

   • Today you will catch a flight to the beautiful island of Phu Quoc, where you will have the rest of the day to relax and explore at your leisure. 
   • You can take a stroll along the beach, go swimming, or just enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the island. Breakfast will be provided at the hotel.

7. Day 7: Phu Quoc – Sun world warter park – 3 island by speed boat – Flight to Ho Chi Minh [B/L/]

   • 08:30: Pick up from your hotel at the lobby in the center

   • Arrive at the harbor - board on speed boat

   • Visit 4 islands in the south

   • Gam Ghi Island: Snorkeling at the coral reef - Enjoy the beach

   • Buom Island (or Mong Tay Island): Snorkeling at the coral reef

   • May Rut Island: white sand lagoon – unique chillout 

   • Having Lunch on the Island

   • Sea walker (pay by yourself): a new type of service, walk under the ocean, there are the fish flocks swimming & colorful corals reef of Phu Quoc

   • Speed boat arrives Thom Island: Enjoy the water park – more than 20 modern games from the world’s leading manufacturers.

   • Back on the cable car (around 25 mins): Enjoy sunset & rides with a panoramic overall view of islands

   • 17:00: You will be returned to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

   Note- Flight tickets excluded

8. Day 8 : Ho Chi Minh – City tour – Cu chi Tunnel [B/L/]

   • In The Morning :  City tour 
   • 8.30 am. Depart from your hotel or our office to Cu Chi Tunnels - Ho Chi Minh city tour 1 day.
   • War Remnants Museum: a war museum containing exhibits relating to the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War.
   • Dinh Độc Lập: is a place classified as a remarkable national monument. This place has witnessed many historical events in the country. Especially the event of Liberation of the South to reunify the country on April 30, 1975.
   • Nhà thờ Đức Bà: Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, officially Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of The Immaculate Conception is a cathedral located in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Established by French colonists who initially named it the Church of Saigon, the cathedral was constructed between 1863 and 1880.
   • Saigon Central Post Office: The Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, or the Saigon Central Post Office, is a post office in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, near Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, the city’s cathedral. The building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century.

     • In The Afternoon:  Cu Chi tunnel 

     • Firstly, excursion Cu Chi Tunnels; an underground tunnels network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the struggle for independence. It took about 25 years to build this underground city, which has living rooms, kitchens, hospitals, weapon factories, storage facilities and command centre. The tunnel system was an excellent way for the Vietcong to move around the countryside undetected by the Americans and home to around 10,000 people who lived underground for several years.

     • Before we go underground, we watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed. We then spend the next hour exploring the maze of tunnels. Also on display are various mantraps and the remains of an American tank as well as numerous bomb craters made by 500 pound bombs dropped by B52 bombers.

     • Have lunch at the restaurant, then we drive back to Ho Chi Minh City arriving at approximately 14.00pm.

9. Day 9: Ho Chi Minh – Free easy – shopping – Departure (B)

   • After breakfast, you will have the day free to explore Ho Chi Minh City at your leisure. Your tour guide can make recommendations for shopping, dining, and sightseeing.

   • Depending on your flight schedule, your tour guide will arrange transportation to the airport for your departure.

   • End of  Hanoi – Halong- Ninh Binh- Danang – Hoian – Bana Hill – Phu Quoc island – Ho Chi Minh 9D8N