Get ready for an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the captivating beauty and rich culture of Vietnam. Our 'Essential Vietnam' itinerary offers a mesmerizing journey that takes you from the bustling streets of Hanoi, where you'll explore historic sites and savor local cuisine, to the stunning landscapes of Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh Province. You'll cruise along emerald waters, trek to breathtaking viewpoints, and discover the ancient allure of Hoi An. Ba Na Hills' heavenly scenery and a Mekong River excursion will leave you awestruck. Immerse yourself in Vietnam's diverse tapestry, creating lasting memories along the way.
 
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi and Hanoi City Tour
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our representative will be waiting for you after visa and luggage collection. They will escort you to your hotel for a smooth check-in process. Later, you'll embark on a Hanoi city tour. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, explore Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, and see the One Pillar Pagoda. Your tour continues with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda at West Lake, one of Vietnam's oldest pagodas. Explore Bat Trang pottery village (available on Mon, Wed, and Fri). Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the Ethnology Museum (available on Sun, Tue, Thu, and Sat), the Literature Temple, Quoc Tu Giam, Vietnam's first university, and Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple. End the day exploring Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Included:
Private car transfer from Airport to Hotel
Entrance fees
Set menu lunch
English speaking guide
Free pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
Water Puppet Show
 
Day 2: Hoa Lu Tam Coc – Mua Cave
Explore Ninh Binh Province, often called "Halong Bay on land." Journey through verdant landscapes in a Limousine bus. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel and King Dinh Temple. Enjoy local cuisine for lunch at a restaurant. Take a sampan boat trip along the Ngo Dong River for stunning views. Trek up Mua Cave for breathtaking vistas. Return to your Hanoi hotel.
Included: 
Transfers
Sightseeing
English speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Buffet Lunch
 
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Embark on a cruise adventure from Tuan Chau Marina Pier. Enjoy lunch while passing picturesque islets. Engage in kayaking, visit Titop Island, or relax, sunbathe, and swim. Join a cooking class, followed by dinner under the night sky. Spend the night on the cruise.
Included:
Shuttle bus
English speaking guide
Entrance fee
Kayaking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Room on the cruise
 
Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Danang
Start with Tai Chi and breakfast on the Sun-Deck. Visit Surprising Cave, then return to the ship. Enjoy the bay's scenery as you approach the pier. Disembark and transfer to Hanoi for your flight to Danang.
Included:
Shuttle bus
English speaking guide
Entrance fee
Flight tickets
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
 
Day 5: Marble Mountain- Hoi An Ancient Town
Visit Ngu Hanh Son Mountain for panoramic views of Da Nang City. Explore Xa Loi Tower, Linh Ung Pagoda, Tang Chon Cave, and Non Nuoc stone carving village. Immerse in Hoi An Ancient Town's cultural heritage, including the Japan Bridge Pagoda, Sa Huynh Cultural Museum, and old houses. Enjoy dinner and return to your hotel.
Included:
Shuttle bus transfers
English speaking guide
Entrance fee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 
Day 6: Bana Hill – Golden Bridge - Fly to Ho Chi Minh
Visit Ba Na Hills, take a Cable Car ride, and explore attractions. Enjoy lunch, then conquer Chua Mountain's peak. Explore Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple and have leisure time at Fantasy Park. In the late afternoon, take the cable car down and catch a flight to Ho Chi Minh. Included:
High-quality air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking guide
Entrance fee to Ba Na Hills
Buffet Lunch
Cable Car round trip
Travel Insurance
Water, cold tissues
Flight to Ho Chi Minh
 
Excluded:
Wax Museum (100,000 VND/person)
 
Day 7: Mekong River Trip
Embark on a tour to the Mekong Delta with Ben Tre as your destination. Enjoy a day cruise on the Mekong River, including a boat trip and lunch at a local restaurant or onboard. Return to Saigon in the evening.
Included:
Shuttle bus
English speaking guide
Entrance fee
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
 
Day 8: Departure from Ho Chi Minh
After breakfast, explore local markets and shop for souvenirs. Check-out and transfer to the airport for your departure.
Included:
Private transfer to the airport
Breakfast at the hotel