Vietnam

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – Half-Day City Tour. Overnight Stay At Hanoi

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi Meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel In the afternoon we will start exploring Hanoi by visiting the famous Train Street Next, we will visit Ba Dinh Square – the biggest square in Hanoi that houses the Complex of Ho Chi Minh alongside There you will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s house-on-stilts, and his fish pond We will also visit the Japanese-style one-pillar Pagoda Further, you will visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on a small peninsula on the East side of the dazzling West Lake, which is the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with a history line of more than 1,500 years Later, we will stroll around the Old Quarters of Hanoi and the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake) After completing the day’s sightseeing you will transfer back to your hotel

Overnight stay in Hanoi

Day 2:Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi – Lunch On A Local Food Cruise. Overnight Stay In Hanoi.

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Vietnam’s most popular tourist destinations. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, check-in for a 4 hours day cruise. Enjoy a scenic cruise on a traditional Vietnamese junk boat through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of the bay. Stop to explore some of the many caves and grottoes that dot the bay, and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on board. Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.

Overnight stay at Hanoi

Day 3:Hanoi – Flight To Da Nang. Overnight Stay At Da Nang

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel(The normal check-in time is 14:00-15:00) Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay at Da Nang.

Day 4: Da Nang – Marble Mountain Tour – Hoi An Ancient Town – Lantern Boat On Hoai River (B)

Post Breakfast at the hotel, get ready for an interesting day. At 9:00 am we will board our transfers to visit Marble Mountains. We will climb the Thuy Son (water mountain) by the carved stone stairs to reach the top and enjoy the  panoramic country views. Then visit one of the most beautiful cave temples in Da Nang – the Huyen Khong cave. Next, we will visit the ancient pagodas located in this water mountain – the Tam Thai and the Lingh Ung pagodas. As we enter the main cave, you will get amazed by the beautiful Cham Buddha sitting under the natural shaft of light. Later, we will also visit the Am Phu Caves to explore the impressive rock formations featuring the Buddhist perception of hell or purgatory (1-way elevator included). Afterward, you can spend some time admiring the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skillful hands of artisans in the Non-Nuoc village at, the foot of the mountain. In the afternoon, we will enjoy the Basket Boat Tour (Coconut Boat Tour) Later, We will take you to the ancient town of Hoi An which is a UNESCO Heritage town. We will walk on the 17th-century tile-roofed Japanese Bridge which tells us about the presence of Japanese traders in this port town. Next, we will visit taciturn Chinese Assembly Halls and enjoy the charming ancient houses or listen to the folk music of Central Vietnam at old clubhouses. Later we can stop at shrines or stroll into the market located by Thu Bon River, which gives Hoi An Oriental vibes. Here you can buy some lanterns or get some silk clothes tailored within a day. In the evening, you can take a 15-20 mins boat ride through hundreds of flower lanterns floating on the water’s surface. You can also choose to release a flower lantern for the good luck of your family and loved ones. After completing the day’s sightseeing, return back to Danang. Overnight in Danang.

Day 5: Da Nang – Ba Na Hill – Da Nang. Overnight Stay At Da Nang

After breakfast, travel to Ba Na Hill, a French-inspired hill station that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and coast. Ride the world’s longest cable car to the top of the hill, and explore the various attractions, including the Golden Bridge, Fantasy Park, and Linh Ung Pagoda Enjoy activities and games in Fantasy Park. Late afternoon, take the cable car back to the foothill. Return to Da Nang in the evening. Overnight stay at Da Nang

Day 6: Da Nang To Saigon. Day At Leisure

After having your breakfast at the hotel we will board our transfers to the airport. From Danang airport, we will take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City also called Saigo, located in the South of Vietnam. On reaching Ho Chi Minh airport you will be welcomed by the local tour guide who will also transfer you to downtown. Check-in to your hotel and day at leisure Overnight stay in Saigon.

Day 7: Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels – Free Afternoon. Overnight Stay At Saigon

After breakfast, take a morning drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Explore the tunnels and learn about their history and significance. Crawl into a short section of the tunnels to experience the narrowness and heat inside. Return to Saigon. Enjoy free time in the afternoon for leisure or sightseeing/shopping around the town. Overnight in Saigon.

Day 8: Saigon – Departure

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure flight. We hope you enjoy your trip to Vietnam! NOTE: Normal Check-in and Check-out time is 03:00 PM and 12:00 noon respectively in Vietnam. Early check-in with breakfast is available at an extra cost of 25 USD/ per person. NOTE: Airport transfer is at fixed time (depending on the majority of arrival and departure time of the group) – Any early or late transfer will be charged extra.