9-Day Vietnam Adventure from Hanoi to Phú Quốc with Halong Bay

• 7h30-8h00: Our driver will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the city center to join the group tour.
• We will begin the city tour with a visit to Uncle Ho's final resting place in Ba Dinh Square, where many Vietnamese cultural and political events take place.
• Visit Ho Chi Minh's stilt house, where he lived intermittently during the Vietnam War, and One Pillar Pagoda - a Buddhist temple known for its distinctive architecture and peaceful lotus lake. Continue to Trấn Quốc Pagoda and see the Bodhi tree that was presented as a gift by Indian Prime Minister Rajendra Prasad during his visit to Vietnam in 1959.
• 12h30: Have lunch at a restaurant in the Old Quarter. Continue to the ancient Ngọc Sơn Temple and Hoàn Kiếm Lake (Sword Lake). Then visit Vietnam's first university, the Temple of Literature (Quốc Tử Giám), founded in 1070 based on the teachings of Confucianism.
• 16h15: Enjoy a water puppet show, a well-known traditional Vietnamese art form that has been preserved through generations for more than 800 years. (Water puppet show excluded.)
• Free time for dinner on your own.
• Stay overnight in Hà Nội.
• Please note: The program will be adjusted to suit arrival flights. The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Monday and Friday, and all museums are closed on Monday. Alternatives will be recommended accordingly.

• 7h30-8h00 AM: Depart from Hanoi.
• Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and begin the journey to Ninh Bình province. It takes approximately two hours to reach the first destination of the day, Hoa Lư Ancient Capital.
• 10h00-10h30 AM: Visit Hoa Lư Ancient Capital.
• Hoa Lư was the capital of Vietnam during the Đinh and Lê dynasties in the 10th and 11th centuries. Here, you will visit the temples of the two kings, Đinh Tiên Hoàng and Lê Đại Hành. The temples are located in a scenic area surrounded by limestone mountains and green rice fields.
• 11h30 AM: Explore Mua Cave.
• After visiting Hoa Lư, the tour continues to Mua Cave, located nearby. Mua Cave is a popular tourist spot because of its stunning panoramic views over the Tam Coc area. To reach the top of the mountain, you need to climb 500 steps, but the effort is worth it.
• 1h00 PM: Lunch break.
• You will have lunch at a local restaurant in Ninh Bình, where you can try traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
• 2h00 PM: Boat tour in Tràng An.
• After lunch, it is time for a boat tour in Tràng An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tràng 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.
• 4h30 PM: Return to Hanoi.
• After the boat tour, you will be driven back to your hotel in Hanoi, arriving at around 6h30 PM, depending on traffic.

• 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 will stop in Hải Dương for a short rest and free time to shop for local specialties.
• 11h30-12h00: Arrive at Ha Long port. The group gathers at the waiting area under the guidance of the tour guide, receives tickets, and boards the cruise to begin the journey through the bay. The cruise passes many large and small islands with different shapes, including Hòn Gà Chọi, the symbol of Halong Bay.
• Enjoy lunch on board.
• 14h00: Arrive at Bồ Hòn Island and visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. Next, kayak or take a bamboo boat to visit Luon Cave (the cost of kayaking or the bamboo boat is included). After about 30 minutes of kayaking, board the cruise again and continue to Titop Island.
• You can swim at Titop Beach with its white sand, or trek to the top of Titop Mountain for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
• 16h30: Return to the cruise. The boat will begin heading back to the port. You can sunbathe on the deck, listen to music, relax, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Halong Bay.
• 17h30-18h00: The cruise docks. Say goodbye to Halong Bay and get in the car for the return journey to Hanoi.
• 20h00-20h30: Arrive in Hanoi, where the car will drop you off at the pick-up point. End of the trip.

Important note: The time for visiting Halong Bay can be adjusted to suit conditions. The departure date may also be subject to change depending on Halong Bay weather or coordination with the Management Board of Halong Bay. In some cases, there may be a sudden departure ban due to high winds or thunderstorms without prior notice. Thank you for your understanding.

• After breakfast at your hotel, you will take a flight to Danang. (Note: Flight tickets excluded.)
• 14h30-14h45: Driver and guide pick you up from your hotel and visit Linh Ung Pagoda, the most important pagoda in Danang for Buddhist people who come here to pray.
• On the way to Hoi An, we will visit Ngũ Hành Sơn (Marble Mountain).
• Marble Mountain is a complex consisting of Kim (Iron Mountain), Mộc (Wood Mountain), Thủy (Water Mountain), Hỏa (Fire Mountain), and Thổ (Earth Mountain), symbolizing the five main elements of the universe in Asian culture. You will discover the mysterious beauty of the caves combined with the sacred atmosphere of Buddhism, while visiting Tam Thai Pagoda and Linh Ung Pagoda.
• You will admire the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skilful hands of artisans in Non Nước village at the foot of the mountain.
• 18h00: Depart for Hoi An Ancient Town. You will have dinner with many unique local dishes such as Cao Lầu, Hoành Thánh, Bánh Bao, and Bánh Vạc.
• Visit Hoi An Ancient Town, including the Japanese Bridge. This remaining symbol of Japanese culture is now considered an icon of Hoi An. Take a walk along the streets by the Hoài River and enjoy the nightlife of Hoi An. Colorful lanterns hang in front of the houses and across the streets and pathways throughout the town, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere that makes you want the walk to last forever.
• 21h00: Drop off at your hotel.

• At 8h00-8h30 AM: 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 7h30 AM.
• At 9h30 AM: Upon arrival at Ba Na Hills, you will take the cable car, which holds 4 world records.
• Visit Debay Wine Cellar, built in 1923, and Le Jardin D'Amour Flower Garden. The highlight of this tour is the Golden Bridge (Hands of God), where you will have a chance to see and take photos of this beautiful bridge.
• You continue to visit Linh Ung Pagoda, where the highest Buddhist statue in the country is located at 27 m.
• At 11h30 AM: Have lunch at a restaurant and take a short rest.
• At 12h30 PM: Conquer the peak of Chua Mountain at a height of 1,487 m, the highest peak in Ba Na, to visit Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple. Continue to discover the French Square, and visit and enjoy games in Fantasy Park - one of the largest indoor amusement parks in Vietnam, with a series of interesting games.
• At 15h30: Return by cable car down the mountain.
• Back to the hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An. Arrive in Da Nang at about 17h00 and in Hoi An at about 17h30.

Included: Coach, English-speaking tour guide, entrance and sightseeing fees, hotel, and lunch. Excluded: dinner, drinks, tips, and personal expenses.

• Today you will catch a flight to the beautiful island of Phú Quốc, 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 simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the island. Breakfast will be provided at the hotel.

• 08h30: Pick up from your hotel lobby in the center.
• Arrive at the harbor and board the speed boat.
• Visit 4 islands in the south.
• Gam Ghi Island: Snorkeling at the coral reef and enjoying the beach.
• Buồm Island (or Móng Tay Island): Snorkeling at the coral reef.
• Mây Rút Island: White sand lagoon and a unique chill-out atmosphere.
• Have lunch on the island.
• Sea walker (pay by yourself): a new type of service that allows you to walk under the ocean among schools of fish and the colorful coral reefs of Phú Quốc.
• The speed boat arrives at Thom Island, where you can enjoy the water park with more than 20 modern games from the world's leading manufacturers.
• Return by cable car (around 25 minutes) and enjoy the sunset and panoramic views over the islands.
• 17h00: You will be returned to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Note: Flight tickets excluded.

• In the morning: City tour.
• 8h30 AM: Depart from your hotel or our office for the Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City full-day tour.
• War Remnants Museum: A war museum containing exhibits related to the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War.
• Dinh Độc Lập: A remarkable national monument that has witnessed many important historical events in the country, especially the Liberation of the South and the reunification of the country on April 30, 1975.
• Nhà thờ Đức Bà: Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, officially the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of The Immaculate Conception, is located in downtown Ho Chi Minh City. 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, also known as the Saigon Central Post Office, is located in downtown Ho Chi Minh City near Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica. The building was constructed in the late 19th century, when Vietnam was part of French Indochina.

• In the afternoon: Cu Chi Tunnels.
• First, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the struggle for independence. It took about 25 years to build this underground city, which includes living rooms, kitchens, hospitals, weapon factories, storage facilities, and a command center. The tunnel system was an excellent way for the Viet Cong to move around the countryside undetected by the Americans and was home to around 10,000 people who lived underground for several years.
• Before going 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, the remains of an American tank, and numerous bomb craters made by 500-pound bombs dropped by B52 bombers.
• Have lunch at the restaurant, then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving at approximately 14h00.

• 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 Bình - Danang - Hoi An - Ba Na Hills - Phú Quốc Island - Ho Chi Minh 9D8N.