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Warm welcome at the Hanoi airport and transfer by private vehicle to your hotel located in the heart of the Old Quater. 

Welcome dinner with Vietnam traditional delicious foods.

Meal: Welcome Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

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Our guide will pick you up between 08h00 and 08h30

08h30: Arrive Tran Quoc Pagoda –  the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.

09h30: Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of  Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world.

• Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area

11h00: Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam.

- Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays

12h45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.

14h00 – 14h15: Continue visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century 

15h15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton. 

16h15 -16h30: Highlight will be a Water Puppet Performance – the unique form of Vietnamese art derived from wet rice civilization of South East Asia.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi­

Departing Hanoi at 08.00 we have a two-hour drive through the picturesque countryside and back roads to the village of Duc for some refreshments before boarding our boats for a 1.5 hour ride along the scenic Yen River. After this we will walk to the Thien Tru Pagoda (Heavens Kitchen) and the Perfume Cave and Pagoda - an hour walk in total. On our way back we visit Giai Oan and Tuyet Son Pagodas. Lunch will be at one of the little food stalls near Thien Tru Pagoda. After lunch the boat will take us back to our car for the drive back to Hanoi.  We arrive in Hanoi around 18.00.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

07:00 – 07:30 - Our guide will meet you at your hotel/stay and start 110km modern Bus-journey through verdant landscape of country side. Short-brake en route.

10:45 – Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple dating back to the 17th Century.

12:00 – Enjoy the lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisines.

13:30 – Leave for the Trang An Grottoes, an out-standing natural beauty of majestic limestone

massif at 20 square kilometer rise dramatically out from rice paddy fields. Deep into the linked

chains of towering mountain are pristine places of mystical valleys, numerous fresh water ponds, and jungle.

Embark on a traditional sampan gently roweddown the exquisite river through numerous caves: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thanh Truot Cave,...and Cao Sơn Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, Vu Lam Temple…

15:30 – Arrive Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain for

watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.

17:15 – Return to our bus and then come back to Ha Noi

19:30 – Drop you off at Ha Noi train station for night train to Sapa. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: the night Train (4-berths, soft sleeper & Air-conditioner

The train arrives at the Lao Cai train station at approximately 06:00. There will be a vehicle waiting to transfer us to Sapa. The drive to Sapa takes around one hours to make our way up the mountains. Once at Sapa, we will check into hotel, we have freshened up and breakfast at the hotel. At 10am from the hotel there will be a walking tour to the hill tribe villages of Cat Cat, and Sin Chai Village home to the Hmong hill tribe’s minority peoples. As we walk to the villages nestled in the valley below Sapa, we will meet some of the local minority people on their way to and from Sapa. Here we have the opportunity to share cultural experiences with the families that live in the area.  Return to Sapa in the afternoon. Have dinner & Free at leisure.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa

After breakfast we will take a bus along the valley to Rose Garden. From here we will trek into the verdant villages and rice field to Lao Chai and Ta Van villages. Ta Van is the village in northern Vietnam in habited by the color fully-dressed Dzay ethnic minority. Opportunity to learn and see H’mong people working with natural weaving and dying. This village is supposed to be one of the most beautiful areas in these regions. In the afternoon walk to Ham Rong Mountain for a birth eye view to Muong Hoa valley and Fansipan Mountain. 

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa

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Free leisure time (Visit Fansipan Mountain by cable car) until to take a Limousine Bus to Ha Noi. It takes 6 hours, arrive Hanoi in the evening.

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

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After breakfast at hotel, we will come to see you and leaving to Halong Bay, it takes about 2.5 hours. Arrive to Halong bay you will board to cruise around Halong bay and soak in the misty atmosphere of this world heritage site. Halong bay is a breathtaking secluded bay with over 3,000 limestone islands rising from the clear emerald waters of the Bac Bo gulf. It is one of the most magnificent scenic regions in Vietnam and has been referred to as the 8th wonder of the World. The area of about 1500sq km is dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes, created over thousands of year by the waves and wind. You will have the opportunity to swim from your boat and explore some caves. You will enjoy a seafood feast for lunch on board. We will continue our excursion around this stunning bay until the sun comes down.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: On Cruise

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Today you will have time to explore the stunning Halong bay. Continue visit caves, islands and swimming on beautiful beaches. Transfer back to Ha Noi and take the flight to Danang. Transfer to hotel in city. Free at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

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8:00 AM – 8:30: Your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Danang. Along the way, there will be a stop at the highest the Hai Van Pass. Here you will see a panoramic view of Danang city and the beautiful long white Lang Co beach. 

11:30 AM: Visit one of the most aesthetic royal tombs: Khai Dinh Tomb - This jaw dropping blend of Western and Eastern architecture was constructed between 1920-1931 for the 12th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty – Emperor Khai Dinh.

12:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant serving the best Hue dishes.

13:30: Explore the Citadel one of the UNESCO Heritage Sites in Vietnam. (Important Reminder: Please wear clothes that cover your knees when visiting this place.)

15:00: Get amazed at the beautiful Thien Mu Pagoda, the tallest pagoda in Vietnam. Due to its beauty, it became a common subject to many local folk rhymes and is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue.

16:00: Enjoy a Dragon Boat ride back to the Hue city center while looking at the peaceful scenery of the ancient Hue city as you cruise along the romantic Perfume River.

16:30: Transfer to Da Nang via the Hai Van Tunnel. Approximate arrival in Danang is 18:30. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

8:00 Pick up at hotel in Da Nang then start visiting Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain), visit the third Linh Ung Pagoda of Danang, with the highest Buddha statue, and admire the huge Buddha Statue which is the highest statue in Vietnam. You will be amazed at its cool climate there. 

15:30 transfer to visit Five Marble Mountain: a cluster of five limestone peaks in Vietnam

Continue to visit Hoi An -  World Heritage. Take a walking tour around the old sections (charming and wonderfully preserved, combining Chinese, Japanese and European influences). 

Have dinner in Hoi An.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian

After breakfast, free at leisure and take the flight to Nha Trang. Transfer to your hotel in Nha Trang. Free at leisure at hotel front of the beach. 

Meals: Breakfast.

Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang

The tour begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in the city between 08:00 and 08:30. From there, you will be taken to the pier to embark on a speedboat journey to Nha Phu Bay.

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The exploration of Nha Phu Bay starts at around 09:00, where you will visit Hoa Lan (Orchid) Island. Along the way, you can admire the panoramic view of the serene Nha Phu Bay. Capture beautiful pictures with the romantic Nghinh Xuan Lake and the vibrant field of flowers. Explore the Orchid Garden, home to numerous rare species that bloom all year round. You'll also have the opportunity to interact with the friendly sika deer and ostriches in the garden.

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Next, visit the Butterfly Garden, where you can observe various species of butterflies. Enjoy captivating circus shows featuring elephants, bears, pythons, and birds. Take some time to learn about the diverse forest biodiversity of Khanh Hoa province. If you're feeling adventurous, you can participate in sea sports games like water motorbikes, parachutes, and kayaking (additional fees apply).

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At 11:30, enjoy a delicious lunch on the island to replenish your energy for the rest of the adventure. Afterward, head to Monkey Island, a natural sanctuary for more than 1,200 monkeys. Watch unique and entertaining shows, including monkey circus performances, dog and goat racing, monkey swimming competitions, and monkey races. You can also have fun playing at the 2000m² floating float park in the sea. If you choose to, you can see the seal show and participate in additional activities like racing sports with Porkart or diving to explore the ocean (additional fees apply).

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At around 16:00, your tour guide will accompany you back to the mainland, where a car will be waiting to take you back to the pickup point. This concludes the exciting journey through Nha Phu Bay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang

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From 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel and transport you to the harbor. From there, a vessel will take you on a tour of four islands in Nha Trang Bay.

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Between 9:00 AM and 11:30 AM, you will visit Mun Island. This island is home to the first marine conservation area in Vietnam, protecting 350 species of coral and marine creatures. When diving, you will be amazed by the colorful coral reefs, beautiful fish, and other sea creatures. You can also opt for a glass-bottom boat tour to see the coral from above.

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From 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, it will be time for a delicious lunch on the boat. You will be treated to a variety of tasty dishes, including fried shrimp, fried fish with tomato sauce, spring rolls, cabbage soup with shrimp and meat, lagim fried noodles, water spinach sautéed with garlic, fried chopped egg, steamed rice, and seasonal fruits for dessert.

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Between 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM, you will visit Mot Island. After lunch, you can enjoy a music program called "Dance Of Sea" performed by our band, providing a relaxing and leisurely atmosphere. You will also have the opportunity to join the Floating Bar Party on Mot Island, where you can savor cocktails, fruits, and music in harmony with the gentle sound of the waves on the romantic blue sea.

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From 2:00 PM to 3:45 PM, you will visit Tranh Beach. Here, you can rest and relax on the beautiful beach or take part in water sports such as banana float, water motorbike, and parachute (additional costs may apply). Afterward, you can enjoy some seasonal fruits on the vessel.

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Between 3:45 PM and 4:45 PM, you will visit Mieu Island and the Tri Nguyen Aquarium. The vessel will dock at Mieu Island, where you can explore the mysterious Tri Nguyen Aquarium designed to resemble a stranded pirate ship on a reef. Inside the ship, you will find various unique species of coral and marine life. Outside the ship, there is the Lo Thien Aquarium where you can purchase food to attract turtles and fish.

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At 4:45 PM, the vessel will take you back to Cau Da port, and the bus will drive you back to your hotel, concluding the tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang

Enjoy Beach and local market as well as daily life.

Meal: Breakfast.

Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang

Free leisure time until transfer to airport for your flight to Sai Gon. Upon arrival, pick up and drive to hotel in city. Free at leisure.

Meal: Breakfast.

Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

08:00 AM: Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu.

Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office.

Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.

12:00 PM: Have lunch at the local restaurant.

Then continue to Cu Chi Tunnel:

• You’ll have a chance to watch the documentary and see self-made weapon , bamboo traps,.. and see how guerrillas dug , lived and fought inside the tunnels as well as learning how the strength of will against sophisticated weapon.

• You can crawl in the tunnels if you wish.

• Know how the locals make rice paper, rice wine.

• Try to fire AK-47. ( 600.000 VND / Bullets ) and the steamed cassava

• 18:00: Leave Cu Chi, return HCM center

Meal: Breakfast.

Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

Morning: The bus and tour guide will pick you up and transfer to Mekong Delta.

• On the way, we stop at Mekong Restop. You can buy some snacks and use the restroom here.

• Then you come to Vinh Trang pagoda built by Mr. and Mrs. Bui Cong Dat in the 19th century. Vinh Trang Pagoda is an architectural and artistic relic that ranks third in all types of pagodas in the southern part of the country. The pagoda was built in harmony with the architecture of both Europe and Asia.

• Next, visitors will go to My Tho Cruise Port , then board a boat to travel to Tien River, admire the four islets of Long, Lan, Qui, and Phung. Boats run along floating fish rafts for visitors to learn how local people raise fish in the river and see Rach Mieu Bridge.

• To Thoi Son Island (Lan island), you walk on the village road, visit local people's houses and fruit gardens, take souvenir photos and then visit the honey bee farm, enjoy honey lemon tea .

• Next, you come to the tunes of Don Ca Tai Tu Xu Dua – Southern folk music in Vietnam , eat fruit for free. After that, visitors use rowing boats to weave into the small canal to see the two rows of natural coconut trees and the simple landscape of the garden. Continue walking on the village’s road to coconut candy shop, learn how to make candy, show some handicraft made by coconut tree.

• After lunch, you can relax, fish for crocodiles, go to the monkey bridge, have a hammock to rest, or experience cycling on the village road, ...

• Afternoon (14:30) : Return to My Tho by boat and depart back to Ho Chi Minh city.

• 17:00: The bus drop you off at hotel area Pham Ngu Lao street or Ben Thanh market.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Free at leisure until the departure transfer to airport for your flight home. HOME SWEET HOME!!!

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: N/A