Classical Vietnam

• Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, after completing all immigration and customs formalities, proceed to the exit gate where your local guide will be waiting to greet you.
• Transfer to your hotel in the city and check in. Please note, standard check-in time is 14:00 hrs; early check-in is subject to availability.
• Spend the rest of the day at leisure to relax after your journey or take a short walk to explore the lively streets of Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal:- None

• After breakfast, meet your guide and begin a fascinating introduction to Hanoi, often called the “Paris of the East” for its graceful French colonial architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and tranquil lakes.
• Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, an imposing marble edifice built to preserve the remains of Vietnam’s revered leader, affectionately known as “Uncle Ho.” Nearby, explore Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, where he lived and worked in simplicity, and the One Pillar Pagoda, a symbol of Vietnam’s spiritual heritage, constructed in 1049 in the shape of a blossoming lotus.
• Continue your experience with a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter, a maze of narrow streets originally home to 36 artisan guilds. Pass through lanes alive with color, sound, and activity, each named after the trade that once flourished there.

Special Note: The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, as well as for annual maintenance (exact dates announced by the government approximately one month in advance). During this period, visits are limited to the exterior.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal: Breakfast at hotel

• After breakfast, depart Hanoi for a scenic 2-hour drive to the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ninh Binh Province.
• This region, often referred to as “Halong Bay on Land,” is famed for its breath-taking limestone karst formations rising dramatically from emerald waters. The lush rice paddies, rivers, and forested cliffs together create an unforgettable panorama.
• Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the 10th century, and explore the temples of the Dinh and Le dynasties, set amidst tranquil rural surroundings.
• Later, enjoy a sampan boat ride in Tam Coc, meandering through rice fields and entering three natural limestone caves. Visit Thai Vi Temple on the way back before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant.
• Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at local restaurant

• After breakfast and check-out, meet your shuttle driver and begin your journey to Halong Bay, one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders.
• Upon arrival at the cruise port, complete boarding formalities and transfer by tender to your vessel. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink as the captain briefs you on safety and the cruise itinerary.
• As the boat sails deeper into Bai Tu Long Bay, a delectable Vietnamese set menu lunch is served onboard. In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking around Cap La Island, swimming, or simply relaxing on deck while admiring the magnificent karst scenery.
• As the sun sets, participate in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration or try your hand at fruit and vegetable carving, followed by a sumptuous dinner on board.
• In the evening, unwind with a cocktail, try squid fishing, or simply soak in the serenity of the bay under a starlit sky.

Overnight on board – Halong Bay

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and Dinner on cruise

• Wake early to witness the dawn breaking over the limestone peaks. Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by breakfast in a peaceful setting.
• Continue cruising through the bay and visit the Thien Canh Son Cave, known for its fascinating stalactite formations. Return to the boat to freshen up and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese brunch as the cruise slowly sails back to port.
• Disembark around late morning and transfer by road back to Hanoi. Check in to your hotel and relax for the evening.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal: Brunch on cruise

• After breakfast, check out and transfer to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Danang.
• Upon arrival, meet your guide at the exit gate and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An, a charming UNESCO World Heritage town once known as “Faifo”.
• The rest of the day is free at leisure to explore the town or relax by the riverside.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal: Breakfast at hotel

• After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, once a prosperous international trading port between the 15th and 19th centuries. Stroll through its narrow, lantern-lit streets and visit highlights including:
• Japanese Covered Bridge, an architectural gem built in the 16th century; Old Merchant Houses, showcasing a blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese influences; Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation, noted for its intricate carvings and the local market, filled with silk, spices, and handmade crafts.
• Conclude with a lantern-making experience, learning the art of this colourful Hoi An tradition and creating your own lantern as a keepsake.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal: Breakfast at hotel

Note: The Hoi An entrance ticket remains valid for multiple visits to key sites within 24 hours. Please retain it for re-entry.

• After breakfast, depart with your guide for Ba Na Hills, located about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Hoi An.
• Ride one of the world’s longest cable cars to the mountaintop, admiring spectacular views of lush forests and valleys below.
• Explore the French Village, Linh Ung Pagoda, and Wine Cellar, then marvel at the famous Golden Bridge, gracefully held by two giant stone hands amid the clouds.
• Enjoy lunch at a scenic restaurant before continuing to Vong Nguyet Villa and Shakyamuni Buddha Monument.
• Later, return to Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at restaurant

• After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the town independently, relax at a café, or shop for tailor-made garments and local handicrafts.

Overnight in Hue

Meal: Breakfast at hotel

• After breakfast, check out and transfer to Danang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
• Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure or exploring the city at your own pace.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Meal: Breakfast at hotel

• After breakfast, drive about two hours northwest to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive network of underground passages used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Learn about their ingenious design, daily life underground, and remarkable resilience.
• Return to Saigon for lunch (at guests’ own expense) and continue your afternoon city tour, visiting major landmarks:

  ✓ Notre Dame Cathedral (under renovation, outside view only),

  ✓ Central Post Office,

  ✓ Reunification Palace,

  ✓ and the War Remnants Museum, offering moving insights into Vietnam’s modern history.

• Conclude your day by experiencing Saigon’s vibrant coffee culture before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Meal: Breakfast at hotel

• After breakfast, depart for the lush Mekong Delta. Travel to My Tho and board a motorboat, cruising past stilt houses, fish farms, and tropical fruit plantations.
• Visit Thoi Son Island, where you’ll sample honey tea, enjoy traditional folk music, and explore fruit orchards and local workshops. Continue to Ben Tre, riding through rustic countryside by Lambro vehicle, and take a rowing sampan through peaceful palm-shaded canals.
• Savour a local lunch featuring regional specialties before returning to Ho Chi Minh City by late afternoon.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Meal: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at restaurant

• After breakfast, check out by noon. Your guide will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.

Meal: Breakfast at hotel