VN-PK08: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh 10 Days

Welcome to Hanoi, you will be collected by our local guide at Hanoi Airport and transfer to hotel for check in. The room is at your disposal from ~14:00-15.00 onwards. Lunch on your own and take a short rest before starting your city tour in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, we start to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.

After that, we embark on a journey to explore the captivating charm of Hanoi’s Old Quarters, where the essence of daily life unfolds amidst ancient streets steeped in history. As we wander through the labyrinthine alleys, immerse yourself in the stories of yesteryears, capturing the essence of time in every photograph. Let the enchanting allure of the Old Quarters sweep you away, evoking a sense of wonder and nostalgia.

Feel free to shop to your heart’s content, indulging in the treasures that await at every turn. Here, amidst the hustle and bustle of the market, discover the beauty of simplicity and the joy of embracing the present moment.

Amidst this historic backdrop, we pause to admire the tranquil beauty of Hoan Kiem Lake, where the Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple (outside vist only) stand as silent sentinels of time. Here, amidst the gentle ripples of the water, we find solace in the timeless elegance of nature’s embrace.
Returning to your hotel. Dinner in your own. Overnight in hotel.

7h15-8h00: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is about 120 km far from Hanoi Old Quarter.
9h00-9h15: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
10h15-10h30: Arrive restaurant and start cycling 20 minutes to Hoa Lu ancient capital, then park the bicycle and walk to visit Hoa Lu. This is the first capital of Vietnam, you will be impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17th century.
(If you prefer not to cycle, we will transfer you by bus to Hoa Lu, where our tour guide will meet you and guide you to the temples. After the visit, we will transfer you back to Restaurant)
11h30: Continue cycling tour 30 minutes more around the village to discover the life of local people and come back to restaurant.
12h00: Have lunch (local food) at local restaurant designed in a 5-star style. You can have a panoramic view of the poetic mountain and river scenery of Ninh Binh while enjoying the delicious foods.
13h00 – 13h30: Visit Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 – 2 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which has a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.
16h00: Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi
18h00 – 18h30: Arrive back to Hanoi and drop off at the hotel. Overnight in hotel.

After check-out & have breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken by cruise shuttle bus to another fascinating land – the gem in the north of Vietnam – Halong Bay. The drive takes you through beautiful paddy rice and mountains of the Red River Delta. Visiting the bay, you will experience the magic of the wonderful wonder of the world.

From the harbor, board our boat for a cruise among the numerous limestone karst rising from the emerald water. Make a stop en route to visit a grotto of spectacular stalactites and stalagmites and anchor for a relaxing swim in a hidden cave. Meals will be served on the cruise. Overnight on the cruise.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner (meals on boat are local food. Vegetarian food is available upon request)

*The itinerary of the cruise might vary depending on the specific cruise.

Begin the morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session on the sundeck while admiring the sunrise over the bay. Following breakfast, continue the cruise and explore another picturesque attraction. At approximately 9:30 am, check out of your cabin before savoring a local brunch at around 10:00 am as the cruise sails back to the harbor. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi. Enjoy free time until the driver (no guide) picks you up from the hotel and transfers you to the airport for your flight to Da Nang.

Once arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel by our driver and guide. The room is at your disposal from ~14:00-15:00 onwards.
Dinner on your own. Overnight in Danang.

Morning: Enjoy free time at your leisure. Lunch is on your own.
About 12.30 pm: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (Da Nang area).
Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut Village. Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of Cam Thanh Village. Enjoy a relaxing boat trip through the beautiful coconut forest. Learn to paddle the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and join in a basket boat rowing. Besides that, you will see the basket-boat performance.
About 14.30: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its timeless charm and rich cultural heritage.
Enjoy a traditional art performance at the Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House, offering an authentic glimpse into local folklore, music, and cultural expressions.
Continue your walking tour with visits to the Museum of Trade Ceramics, showcasing Hoi An’s long history as a major trading port through a rich collection of ceramics from Vietnam and Asia. Explore the beautifully preserved Tan Ky Ancient House, a 200-year-old merchant residence that reflects the harmony of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese architectural styles. Then visit the historic Cantonese Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Quang Dong in Vietnamese), admired for its intricate carvings, vibrant colors, and cultural significance to the Chinese community in Hoi An—together illustrating the town’s unique multicultural heritage.
Stop by the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, one of Hoi An’s most recognizable landmarks and a symbol of the town’s history.
As evening falls, enjoy free time to explore the Hoi An Night Market, soak in the magical lantern-lit atmosphere, shop for local handicrafts, and take memorable photos.
Enjoy a light dinner with Hoi An specialty food.
18.30: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best of luck to you and your family.
19:00: Finish the tour in Hoi An.
20:30: We will drop you off at your hotel in Danang. Overnight at the hotel.

8.00 am Pick up at hotel in Da Nang and head out to Ba Na hills.
Going up by Ba Na carble car hold 4 world rercords,Sitting on the Ba Na Cable Car, visitors will be immersed in the majestic nature, admiring the colorful images of the vast green mountains covered with white clouds on the top of Mount Chua.
Visit the Golden Bridge, Debay ancient wine cellar, D’Lamour Flower Garden, Linh Ung Pagoda
11:00 am Enjoy a buffet lunch (local food) at a shared restaurant in luxurious and modern restaurants.
12:00 Visit French Village , It is designed like a miniature version of France with simulated architectural works such as squares, churches, towns and hotels and Fantasypark – opens a vibrant and attractive entertainment world with games that evoke many fun and unexpected emotions. Amusement park has more than 100 attractive games waiting for you to explore.
15:30 am Return to Da Nang city along the Beach Bay.
Before returning to the hotel, you will visit and experience the booths displaying outstanding products of the Central region.
End the tour at your hotel. Dinner on your own. Overnight in hotel.
Note: The schedule is for reference only, the tour time will depend on the actual situation. Ensure that you will visit all the places in the schedule.

After breakfast, transfer to Da Nang airport (no guide) for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) – the largest city of Vietnam.

Once arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide and transferred to the hotel to leave your luggage and check in. The room will be at your disposal from 14:00 – 15:00. Balance of the day as your leisure.

Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

07:30 – 08:00 Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification
palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is
a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo
Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as
the Notre Dame Cathedral (outside visit), the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable
site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the
Indochina wars.
Have lunch at local restaurant.
Depart for Cu Chi tunnels, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus
driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction
followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people
survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the
remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with
kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories,
field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their
basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the
maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava
(guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun (at own expense).
19:00 Return to Saigon. Dinner on your own. Overnight in hotel.

07:30 – 07:45: Our guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby for the Mekong Delta day trip. Unforgettable way of seeing the Mekong Delta to drive along the provincial roads down on the
Southern region of Vietnam through paddy rice field, pine-apple plantation, orchard and small
hamlets (2 hours drive). Following your arrival in My Tho , you will have a local motor excursion to
Dragon Island , Unicorn Island , Turtle Island , Phoenix Island . We will stop at the famous Unicorn
Island , you will visit nature pure honey at a bee keeping farm , taste some honey wine , rice wine ,
and banana wine . Continue the motor boat excursion to Ben Tre province , where you will see a
coconut candy workshop. From there , transfer to a small motor boat and travel along the lush ,
green canals and stop at the local restaurant for Vietnamese lunch.
Moving on to another area on the Unicorn Island to enjoy sampling various tropical fruits at the orchard garden while listening to the Southern traditional music. You will be taken back to My Tho by local boat , after Visit Vĩnh Trang Pagoda , take bus back to Ho Chi Minh City,
17:00 – 17:30 Arrive at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

You will be free in the morning at hotel or relax until being transferred to the airport (without tour guide) for your departure flight. Room is at your disposal until ~11:00 am – 12:00 noon time. Meals on your own. End of services!