Hanoi – Halong – Danang – Hoian – Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc Island 12 Days

Itinerary

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1. 
   Day 01

   Hanoi arrival – city tour

   

   Welcome to Hanoi! -  the capital of Vietnam, is a bustling metropolis with a rich history and culture.
   Our local driver (no guide) will pick you up at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to the city center. You will have free time to relax after long flight. 
   In the afternoon, we will visit Ba Dinh Square, the largest square in Hanoi. This is where all of the city's biggest cultural and political events take place. We will take some photos of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from the outside. Then we continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. The temple was built in 1070, and the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam's past.
   After visiting the temple, we will walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque lake in the heart of Hanoi. We will then take a leisurely walk around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, a fascinating network of narrow alleys and shophouses. The Old Quarter is also known as "The 36 Streets," as each street is named after the merchandise that was traditionally sold there. Overnight in Hanoi.
   Please note: 
   -    Normal check-in time at hotel is 14:00/15:00. Early check-in is not included. 
   -    Normal check-out time at hotel is 11:00/12:00. Late check-out is not included.
    

2. 
   Day 02

   Hanoi – Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, cycling) (B/L) – Sic Tour

   

   After breakfast, 
   07:00 – 07:45 - Our guide will meet you at your  hotel/stay and start  110km on Bus-journey through verdant landscape of country side. Short-brake en route.
   10:00 – Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple dating back to the 17th Century.
   12:00 – Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisine.
   13:30 – Boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (1.5 hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, a very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.
   15:30 Leisure  cycling on rural roads alongside the extensive canal network and through small villages with back drop of a maze of limestone mountains.
   16:00 – Return to our bus and then come back to Ha Noi
   18:00 – 18:30– Drop you off at meeting point. 
   Then rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.
    

3. 
   Day 03

   Hanoi - Halong bay – Overnight on cruise (B, L, D) – Shuttle Bus

   

   Breakfast at the hotel, then check out. At around 8:00 am, you will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarters and transferred to Ha Long Bay, the pride of the Gulf of Tonkin, a Natural World Heritage as recognized by UNESCO in 1994 and 2006. 
   Upon arrival at the Cruise Port, you will enjoy a warm welcome from cruise staff and complete the check-in procedure for the overnight cruise to discover the magnificent beauty of this "Descending Dragon" bay, created by thousands of odd-shaped limestone rocks and karst grottoes. After a lunch on board, we can visit the Grottos, stop for swimming or kayaking, pass floating houses, and approach islets to enjoy their beauty in close proximity. Later in the afternoon, go back to the cruise and enjoy the cooking demonstration before having dinner. In the evening, attend activities on the boat or relax at your own leisure. Overnight on the cruise.
   Please note: The program may be a little varied depending on the cruise you choose. You will have stationed English speaking guide on board. 
    

4. 
   Day 04

   Halong – Hanoi – Flight after 18:00 to Danang (B/Br) – Shuttle Bus

   

   You should wake up early to enjoy the dawn on the sea in the early morning. The Vietnamese call the "East Sea" by a point-oriented name "Eastern Sea", so you may guess how miraculous seeing the sunrise over the islets of the Bay. After breakfast our boat will continue to cruise in marvelous areas, where almost each islet has its own name, adopting its shape or reminiscent like Sail Island, Fisherman’s head rock, Butterfly rock or Turtle islet etc. Check out your room and have brunch on board while the cruise coming back the pier. 
   Disembark from the cruise, return to Hanoi by shuttle bus. Then your driver (no guide) pick you up from Hanoi and transfer to Noi Bai airport (without tour guide) for your flight to Danang city (air tickets excluded),   
   Upon arrival, welcomed by the local driver (no guide) and transfer to the down town. Check in your hotel. Overnight in Danang city.
    

5. 
   Day 05

   Danang – Bana Hills & Golden Bridge Sic Tour (B/L) – Sic Tour

   

   Breakfast at the hotel 
   7h40-8h15am: Pick visitors up from your location (hotel or the city center) and join to our group to visit Sun World Bana Hills (Sun World Ba Na Hills is endowed with all climateand natural advantages for a tourist area) with the height of 1487 meters above the sea level. Here, visitors are immersed in experiences of European cultural tranquility and exiciting stops where festivities know no ends). This is the French high- quality resort in 1990s. 
   9h00-9h30am: The bus arrives to Bana Hills entrance, starting the journey up the mountain by cable car, achieving 2 world records - the longest in the world at 5,042.62m - the height difference between the two largest stations in the world at 1,291.81m. Visitors will stop at 3rd cable car station and visit around some points such as: Golden Bridge (golden hand bridge), 100 year-old Debay wine cellar, Love Garden - Le jardin d'amour, Linh Ung pagoda with a Gautama Buddha statue with 27m height. 11h30-12h00am: Visitors have lunch inside a buffet restaurant on the top of Bana Hills. You got free time to explore games in Fantasy Park, the largest indoor recreational area of Vietnam that spares hundreds of indoor games for families and children. 
   3h00-3h30pm: Visitors gather at the meeting points, checking belongings and enter the cable car to leave Bana hills. 
   3h30-4h00pm: The group return to Danang city, and visit the local Silk craft village and local specialities foods on the way back. 
   5h00-5h30 pm:The bus will drop you at the same point picking up in the morning – finish the tour. Overnight in Danang 

6. 
   Day 06

   Coconut Jungle - Hoi An City - Boat Ride & Release Flower Lantern (B/D) – SIC Tour

   

   Breakfast at the hotel 
   Free at leisure in the morning 
   12.00–12.15 pm: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (Da Nang area).
   Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut. As a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will learn traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities that are fun, safe, interesting and suitable for everybody.
   About 2.30 pm: Visit the next destination, Hoi An Old Town.
   Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Shopping at Hoi An Central Market. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees make offerings.
   You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses, such as Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House, that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Visit Museum of Folk Culture in Hoi An A display of artifacts depicts ancient local daily life. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
   Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
   Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
   Dinner with Hoi An specialty food. 
   6.00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on the Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best luck for you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.
   6.30 pm – Return to your hotel. Overnight in Danang 
    

7. 
   Day 07

   Danang – Morning/Afternoon Flight to Ho Chi Minh (B)

   Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check out time and transfer to the airport with driver only (no guide) for the short flight to Hochiminh City, also called as Saigon, the most dynamic city in Vietnam  (air tickets excluded).  
   Upon arrival at Hochiminh, you will be picked up by local driver (no guide)  then tranfered to the hotel for checking in. Rest time of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Hochiminh 
    

8. 
   Day 08

   Ho Chi Minh City tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L) – SIC Tour

   

   Breakfast at the hotel. 
   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 the both the Indochina wars.
   Have lunch at local restaurant.
   Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
   Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. Experience the thrill of firing an M15, AK-47, and carbine rifle (at guests own extra cost). 
   Return to Hochiminh later in the day. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.  
    

9. 
   Day 09

   Ho Chi Minh – Morning/Afternoon Flight to Phu Quoc (B)

   

   Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check out time and transfer to the airport with driver only (no guide) for the short flight to Phu Quoc Island (air tickets excluded).  
   Upon arrival at Phu Quoc, you will be picked up by local driver (no guide) then tranfered to the hotel for checking in. Rest time of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Phu Quoc. 
    

10. 
    Day 10

    Phu Quoc - Vinpearl Safari – Vinwonders – Grand World (B)

    

    After breakfast, we transfer (no guide) to discover a fascinating world of animals at Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, the largest wildlife conservation park in Vietnam and the only one of its kind (semi-wildlife) in the country. Hop on our buses and enjoy a fantastic tour through the 380-hectare safari, free of enclosures. See wild animals through a pane of glass while they enjoy their natural habitats. Here, you can also admire many interesting animal shows. (The Safari closes at 2 p.m. daily. The bus in the zoo area is not included).
    This afternoon, we discover VinWonders Phu Quoc, the largest theme park in Vietnam, offering a great deal of interesting entertainment options, including exhilarating rides, waterpark slides, indoor games, street performances, musical fountains, 5D cinema, and so many more to discover.
    In the same complex, we also visit Grand World Phu Quoc. With a scale of 85 hectares, the area boasts splendid and magnificent architecture that is inspired by European cities. The Venice River, or Lake of Love, is considered one of the best imitations of the original river in Venice, Italy. Here, you can choose to sit on the gondolas (at your own cost) along the river to watch the romantic scenery created by a lot of sophisticated buildings. Overnight in Phu Quoc.
     

11. 
    Day 11

    Phu Quoc – Island Hopping By Canoe & Cable car (B/L) – SIC TOUR

    

    After breakfast, Shuttle bus will pick you up at the hotel 
    08:00 – 08:30 Start to visit Pearl Farm and Shell Handicraft Workshop and Shop (If you do not want to visit this place, please inform us toadjust the pickup time)
    Arrive at the port, boarding the speed boat. Cruise to An Thoi Archipelagoes. Listen about the cruise itinerary and pass by beautiful islets. Arrive at Roi Islet, change your swimming suit, and start snorkeling. You may want to experience seawalking activities here (personal charge 55USD/pax). With an oxygen helmet, you can walk in the seabed 6m deep to see different kinds of corals and fish….
    Start to Gam Ghi or May Rut islet for snorkeling (40 minutes). Take a picture with the sup board, and fly-cam…(including) at Mong Tay islet.  Continue snorkeling or swimming
    Have lunch with local food
    Boarding and go back to Hon Thom Nature Park.  Experience all the outdoor activities here including Wooden Snake, Aquatopia water park
    16:45 Get the Cable car to go back to An Thoi station
    17:20 Return to your hotel 
    Overnight in Phu Quoc.
     

12. 
    Day 12

    Phu Quoc Departure (B)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with a driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home.