ARRIVAL AT HANOI
Upon arrival at Hanoi airport, you will be welcomed by your English speaking guide and transferred to hotel in the city for Check-in. After that we explore around Ba Dinh square, you will see the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum from outside, and the one pillar Pagoda. We will walk around the old district to see the colonial style Opera, the Ly Thai To park and the Hoan Kiem lake.Upon arrival at Hanoi airport, you will be welcomed by your English speaking guide and transferred to hotel in the city for Check-in. After that we explore around Ba Dinh square, you will see the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum from outside, and the one pillar Pagoda. We will walk around the old district to see the colonial style Opera, the Ly Thai To park and the Hoan Kiem lake.
HANOI / HALONG BAY
After breakfast, we will take Rickshaw and explore around the old quarter and then the temple of Literature. After that we will drive to Halong. On the way, we will stop at Dong Trieu village to walk around and see local people daily life style.
As soon as we arrive to Halong, we go straight to Cruise for Check-in and enjoy fantastic cruise through the beautiful areas of the Bay which will give the opportunity to witness its unforgettable scenery. Karstic rocks will tickle your imagination along with the floating fishermen homes sleeping in harmony with the nature of the bay. Visit one of the most beautiful rocks caves of the area. Seafood dinner specialties served on board. For those who wish to, why not try squid fishing? A very amusing and intriguing experience.
HALONG BAY / NINH BINH
In the morning, join a Tai Chi lessons on the deck of the boat in the natural and peaceful environment of the bay. Breakfast on board.
Then a few minute boat ride to the “Hang Luon” water-tunnel caves overhanging a large natural water tank. Pursuit of your cruise throughout the magnificent bay. Lunch on board. Disembarkation and
back on the road to Ninh Binh through the Red River Delta. We will walk to a peaceful village where you will discover the farm life of its locals and the calm atmosphere which reigns in the area complimented by its intact landscape since times immemorial.
At the end of the day, enjoy a water puppet show presented by the local artists from the village nearby.
NINH BINH / VINH
Boarding on a small boat called “Thung Nang” for a strolling the magnificent rice fields. Take the bicycle or walk to the village surrounded by imposing karstic mountains landscapes. Lunch during the excursion.
Then, we drive to Vinh following the center national road and visit local market on the way.
We will arrive to Vinh in the late afternoon.
VINH / DONG HOI / HUE
After breakfast, we will visit to Phong Nha, a world heritage site of UNESCO. We will take small boat to visit to Phong Nha caves passing by the 17th parallel, you will be able to explore Phuoc Tich village which is classified as “national heritage” for its well-preserved traditions. Visiting one of the local houses, you will have the opportunity to discover the inhabitant’s way of life, Arrival to Hue in the late afternoon, check-in at hotel and rest of the day is free leisure on your own.
For dinner, you can try the specialized menu of Hue “bun bo” at a local restaurant.
HUE CITY HIGHLIGHTS
Visit of the Citadel: you can explore the Imperial city with the Palace of Supreme Harmony. We will take the road towards the Thien Mu pagoda known for its high octagonal tour. Enjoy boat ride on the Perfume River. Discover the local life of the people who live on the river bank. Enjoy home cooked lunch at family restaurant sitting on the banks of the Perfume River.
Then we head back to Hue and on the way, we will visit to of an incense and conical hats factory. Visiting the Emperor Tu Duc Tomb.
Imperial costumed dinner with music and traditional music of Hue..
HUE / HOI AN
Breakfast at hotel and drive to Hoi An via the famous Hai Van Pass.
On the way, we will have home cooked lunch in one of the local villages.
Walking tour around Hoi An
When we arrive to Hoi An, we walk and explore old town: The Fujian sanctuary, followed by the Japanese covered bridge, the symbol of the city. The Chinese Phuoc Kien communal House, a traditional Tan Ky house. Visit of a lantern and silk factory.
Check-in at the hotel and rest of the day is free leisure.
HOI AN / DANANG FLIGHT HO CHI MINH
Transfer to Danang airport for morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival to Ho Chi Minh, you will be transferred downtown to have lunch (according to the flight schedule) and discover the colonial district of the city and its various monuments - The central post office designed in Gustave Eiffel’s workshop or the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Reunification Palace.
We will walk through lively Dong Khoi Street to the Municipal Theatre, the historic Continental Hotel, City Hall, Ben Thanh Market …
Tour in the Chinese district also known as Cholon. Visit of the local market Binh Tay, walk through the street of traditional medicinal products and discover the Thien Hau Pagoda.
A Farewell dinner in Saigon and choice between cruise or barbecue depending on weather.
HO CHI MINH / CAI BE / CAN THO (MEKONG DELTA)
After breakfast at hotel, we visit to traditional lacquer factory where you will have the possibility to buy some souvenirs.
Then we drive to Cai Be in the Mekong Delta which is a large network of canals spreading on an area of 40 000 km². On the way, we will visit of a Cao Dai temple. Cruising through the river along the canals surround by a luxuriant vegetation. Passing by a wholesale floating market you will taste some local fruits on the boat. Quick stop on the way, to discover the making of rice cake, coconut candy and rice wine. Lunch on an island to taste the local specialty: the elephant ear fish. Back on the road to Can Tho.
CAN THO / HO CHI MINH Flight YOUR CITY
Breakfast at the hotel and early departure for a small cruise on the river: navigating towards Cai Rang floating market, hooking of on a smaller boat selling fruits you will taste delicious fresh pineapple in an exotic atmosphere.
Back on the road heading back to Ho Chi Minh City and lunch at local restaurant.
According to the flight schedule, transfer to the airport. Assistance for registration formalities for your onward departure.
