An ideal destination that evolved in a rich oral tradition of myth and legend. Explore Vietnams’ soul-stirring landscapers and charm by discovering its unique culture and historical heritages from Halong Bay in Hanoi, to the cultural sites of Hue and Hoi An, relaxing beach of Danang and down to the majestic Mekong River of Ho Chi Minh City.
Best time to visit: December to March
Take flight to Hanoi
Upon arrival, meet representative at the airport and transfer to check in at hotel.
Thereafter, enjoy a one-hour rickshaw tour in the old quarter with its antique shops and watch a traditional Water Puppet Show. Transfer back to hotel.
Stay overnight in Hanoi.
After breakfast at hotel, morning visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, its former residence, One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Pagoda and Temple of Literature. Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
Afternoon, visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple and stroll around the old quarters. Lunch and dinner on guest own account.
Stay overnight in Hanoi.
After breakfast transfer to Hoa Lu, the ancient 10th century capital of Vietnam often referred to as "Halong Bay on land". Arrive in Van Lam Village and board a small sampan for a spectacular 3-hour cruise through numerous waterways and a beautiful country landscape of limestone cliffs and rice paddies until you reach the stunning Tam Coc Caves.
After lunch provided at local restaurant, visit Dinh and Le Dynastic Temples, back to Hanoi. Dinner on guest own account.
Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Meet with guide and take a scenic drive to Halong via Haiphong route, land of descending dragons - Around 4 hours drive. On arrival, board a private traditional junk in wood for a memorable cruise through the Mystical Bay. Be delighted by food on board and spend your day admiring one of the natural marvels of Vietnam: Visit Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island, Sail Island, visit Sung Sot Cave and a swim at Titov Beach. Enjoy dinner on board while watching sunset. Dinner and overnight on the junk.
Brunch on Junk in the morning.
Continue to discover man’s head Island, Tortoise Island, Luon cave, Bai Tu Long Bay, Ton Island and Bai Tho Mountain. The cruise disembark at 11:00. Meet at the Dock and transfer directly to Hanoi Airport and visit But Thap Pagoda on route. Transfer to the airport for flight to Hue.
Upon arrival Hue, meet representative and transfer to check in at hotel. Lunch and dinner is on own account.
Stay overnight in Hue.
After breakfast, morning tour to discover Imperial Citadel then visit Emperor Tu Duc and Khai Dinh’s Tomb.
Afternoon, take a boat ride on the gentle Perfume River to the seven - Storey Thien Mu Pagoda on the riverbank. Continue by car and visit Emperor Minh Mang’s Mausoleum. Stop on the way to see how conical hats and incense sticks are made. Lunch and dinner on guest own account. Back to hotel.
Stay overnight in Hue.
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to Hoi An via Scenic Road - 3 hours drive and visit the Marble Mountain and the Cham Museum on route. Arrive and check in at hotel.
Afternoon have a walking tour around Hoi An ancient town and explore its treasures including the Japanese Bridge, Phuc Kien Pagoda, Phung Hung Old Merchant House and the Quang Dong Assembly Hall. Lunch and dinner is on own account. Back to hotel, free to relax.
Stay overnight in Hoi An.
After breakfast drive to My Son to discover the archaeological ruins of the ancient Cham Kingdom and spend the morning touring Vietnam’s most important Cham Site ( A UNESCO World Heritage Site ) and enjoyed a Cham Show at site. Walk around the area. Drive to back to Hoi An by noon.
In the afternoon, take Boat cruise on Thu Bon River and stop to visit Pottery Village on the river side. Return to hotel at late afternoon.
Lunch and Dinner is on own account.
Stay overnight in Hoi An.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Danang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival, meet representative and transfer to check in at hotel.
Thereafter, visit history museum, fine art museum, Ngoc Hoang Temple and Ben Thanh Market. Lunch and dinner is on own account.
Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Breakfast at hotel, spend the morning to visit the Old Colonial Residential Quarter with The Old Hotel de Ville, the Opera House, the 19th century Notre-Dame Cathedral, the beautiful Central Post Office.
Free in the afternoon to explore the city on your own or relax at hotel. Lunch and Dinner is on own account.
Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
After breakfast, departure from Ho Chi Minh City and drive overland to Cai Be, in the heart of the Mekong Delta. On arrival, board a sampan for a cruise on the Mekong River. Visit Cai Be Floating Market, rice corn and milk paper, coconut candy factory, fruit garden of Mr Hai Nghiep. Lunch at Xeo May restaurant and continue boat cruise into canals, visit Ba Kiet Old Colonial House and taste local fruit in the garden.
In the afternoon, transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner is on own account.
Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Brekfast at hotel. Check out.
Transfer to Hochiminh Airport for your departure flight.