Day 1: 01/12/2025 – Arrive in Hanoi – Airport Pickup – Ninh Binh (N/A)

Upon your arrival at Hanoi Airport, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the booked hotel in Ninh .

Check in to the hotel and relax.

Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Meal: N/A

Day 2: 02/12/2025 – Ninh Binh Sightseeing – Transfer to Halong (B)

Breakfast at the hotel.

07:30 am: Your first destination will be Hoa Lu—the ancient royal capital of Viet Nam. We will visit Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple, built in the 10th century, to find out the heroic histories of this two Kings in Chinese Wars.

09:30 am: Visit Mua Cave. You will hike about 500 steps to the top of the mountain for a panoramic view of Trang An landscape and enjoy the iconic dragon statue and limestone peaks. Remember to wear comfortable shoes for this wonderful experience.

11:30 am: Have lunch at local restaurant (your own account).

13:00 pm: After lunch you will get on bamboo boat - rowed by the local people - in Hoang Long River to visit Tam Coc (three caves) on the way. You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river and along the way, you witness local fisherfolk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for.

15:30 pm: Embark on a journey to Ha Long Bay. Check in to the hotel and relax.

Overnight in Halong.

Meal: Breakfast.

Day 3: 03/12/2025 – 4-hour Halong Bay Cruise – Transfer to Hanoi – Half-day City Tour (B/L)

Breakfast at the hotel.

07:00 – 08:00 am: You will be welcomed on board with a refreshing welcome drink, followed by a brief orientation and safety instructions before the cruise begins. The cruise will pass by iconic spots such as Trong Mai Islet and offer scenic views of beautiful islands like Soi Sim and Titop. This is a perfect time to capture memorable moments.

08:15 – 09:45 am: Enjoy kayaking to explore the natural beauty of Lan Ha Bay, relax and have fun with floating platforms and water slides, go for a swim, or simply stay on board to unwind, take photos, and admire the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder.

09:45 – 10:45 am (Lunch on board): Our talented chef will serve a delicious lunch featuring a variety of dishes, beautifully paired with crafted cocktails, fine wines, and beers. The bar will be open for guests to order a wide selection of drinks.

11:00 – 11:15 am (Cruise returns to port): The cruise will return to Tuan Chau Harbor, marking the end of the cruise itinerary.

Return to Hanoi. 14:30 pm: Visit the Temple of Literature – the first college of Vietnam. This is a historic site dedicated to Confucius and honors Vietnam’s finest scholars. Founded in 1070, it served as the country's first national university and remains a symbol of education and traditional Vietnamese architecture. The temple's serene gardens, ancient stelae, and courtyards offer a peaceful glimpse into Vietnam's scholarly past.

16:00 pm: Visit Hoa Lo Prison, which was originally built by the French in the late 19th century to detain Vietnamese political prisoners. During the Vietnam War, it became known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton" and housed several U.S. servicemen, including Senator John McCain. Today, part of the prison serves as a museum, showcasing its history and the harsh conditions endured by its inmates.

17:30 pm: Time to discover Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter (walking and cyclo). Hoan Kiem Lake is a peaceful oasis steeped in legend and surrounded by shady trees and vibrant street life, while the Hanoi Old Quarter is a bustling maze of narrow streets where traditional architecture, local shops, and street food stalls reflect the city’s rich history and culture.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 4: 04/12/2025 – Fly to Danang – Marble Mountain – Hoi An Ancient Town (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Fly to Danang.

09:00 am: Meet our driver and tour guide to start our full-day city tour.

The first place is the Marble Mountains - a cluster of five mountains located about eight kilometers south of Da Nang city, where you will visit Mount Thuy and discover its hidden caves, shrines, and pagodas. You will also see several Buhhdist and Hindu grottoes.

10:30 am: Embark on a journey to Hoi An Ancient Town. Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage site located in central Vietnam. Known for its charming blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese architecture, the town features lantern-lit streets, historic merchant houses, and peaceful riverside scenery. Visitors are drawn to its rich cultural heritage, traditional crafts, and vibrant night markets.

16:00 pm: Return to the hotel in Hoi An and relax.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Meal: Breakfast.

Day 5: 05/12/2025 – Bana Hills – Golden Bridge – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Breakfast at the hotel.

07:30 am: Car and guide pick you up at the hotel. Get on the bus and start your journey to Ba Na Hills.

09:00 am: You board the cable car, watching the mountain from above in the modern cable car cabin of Sungroup. Get off the cable car, you will be taken by the guide to visit:

• The Golden Bridge (Hand Bridge) is like a golden silk strip in the middle of the mountain
• Le-Jardin flower garden with thousands of blooming flowers
• DeBay Wine Cellar where a lot of Precious Wine is stored
• Linh Ung Pagoda: one of 3 Linh Ung pagodas in Da Nang
• Mural road more than 1km in Sacred Garden

10:30 am: You continue to board the cable car, going straight to French Village, a miniature European Village: World Golden Globe Grant, the stone church next to the central square and the street festival.

12:00 pm: Have lunch at French Village (your own account). Enjoy delicious dishes at Ba Na Hills’ 5-star restaurant System. You are free to rest or continue the journey with:

• Exciting slide game
• Fantasy Park with almost 200 free modern games
• Check in at the rose garden, the statue garden under the golden sunshine
• Linh Phong Stupa
• Belfry

15:00 pm: Tour guide gathers you, the group on the cable car and down the mountain foot. Once again, you can see Chua Mountain from above, dyed in the afternoon sun with a bit of cold, very interesting. You can stop to buy specialties as gifts at the specialty supermarket.

16:00 pm: Transfer to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Check in to the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and relax.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 6: 06/12/2025 – Mekong Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Breakfast at the hotel.

07:30 – 08:00 am: Pick you up at your hotel in HCMC.

An unforgettable way of seeing the Mekong Delta is driving along the provincial roads down on the Southern region of Vietnam through paddy rice field, pine-apple plantation, orchard and small hamlets (2-hour drive).

After arrival in My Tho, you will ride on a local motor boat along Dragon Island, Unicorn Island, Phoenix Island, Turtle Island and stop at the famous Unicorn Island. While at the Unicorn Island, you will visit natural pure honey at a bee keeping farm, taste some honey wine, rice wine, banana wine… Walking on the village and taking rowing boat along the nature water coconut canal to see local’s daily life in Mekong Delta.

From there, you will continue your motor boat trip to Ben Tre province to visit a handmade coconut candy workshop. Then transfer to a small motor boat and travel along the lush, green canals, and stop at local restaurant for Vietnamese lunch (your own account).

After that going to another area on the Unicorn Island: Enjoying some kinds of tropical fruits at the orchard garden and listening to the Southern traditional music.

Local boat will take you back to My Tho, then the bus will drive you back to Saigon.

17:00 – 17:30 pm: Drop off at your hotel in HCMC.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meal: Breakfast.

Day 7: 07/12/2025 – Half-day City Tour – Departure (B)

Breakfast at the hotel.

08:00 am: You will be picked up at your hotel and start with the city tour. The first destination is the Independence Palace, one of the most famous historic sites in Ho Chi Minh City (locally called Saigon). It has stayed there and witnessed the happenings of two fierce wars against the French and American colonists to end the Vietnam War and reunite the country.

Then, see the distinctive architectural designs from the French colonization era, such as the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon - located in the downtown of Ho Chi Minh City. It was constructed between 1863 and 1880 by the French, and reaches a height of up to 60 meters and Central Post Office - notable for its perfect combination of neo-classical European architecture and Asian decorations. This magnificent post office attracts a large number of domestic and foreign visitors, making it a must-see when you are in Ho Chi Minh City.

12:00 pm: Have lunch at a local restaurant (your own account).

13:30 pm: Check out Ben Thanh Market. This is one of the oldest and most iconic landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Located in the heart of District 1, it offers a bustling atmosphere where visitors can shop for local handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs and enjoy authentic Vietnamese street food. The market is especially lively in the evening when the surrounding night market comes alive with vibrant stalls and local cuisine.

Then, our driver and guide will transfer you to the airport for your flight back home.

End of service.

Meal: Breakfast.