Hanoi – Halong – Danang – Hoian – Phu Quoc Island 9 Days

Itinerary

B(breakfast), L(lunch), D(dinner)

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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.
   We 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 - 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. 
    

3. 
   Day 03

   Halong – Hanoi – Flight after 18:00 to Danang (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 private driver 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 tour guide and transfer to check in hotel. Overnight in Danang.
    

4. 
   Day 04

   Danang - Ba Na Hills – Danang (B) – SIC Tour

   

   After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Danang at 07:00-08:00. We'll transfer to Ba Na Hills, a French-inspired hilltop resort. We'll take the iconic cable car, which has been awarded 5 world records, to the Ba Na Hills station. From the iconic Golden Bridge, we can admire the lush vegetation and rich terrain of the Truong Son Mountains, which stretch to the East Sea. Just a few steps away from the village is the Linh Ung Pagoda, home to a 27-meter-high Buddha statue. The pagoda's impressive facade is a testament to traditional Vietnamese architecture. Next, we'll head to Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion for a walk through well-manicured landscapes that are perfect for photoshoots. The tour guide will take guests to visit Fantasy Park, join in adventurous, fun, and modern games such as Love Swing, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Bumper Car, Ghost House... Have buffet lunch at the restaurant. 
   Later in the afternoon, conquer the Peak of Chua mountain at the height of 1,487m – Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple. Enjoy the panorama view of the Da Nang City and Da Nang Bay. Go downhill by cable car and return to our hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the beach feeling. Overnight in Danang.
   Please note: Wax Museum (USD 5/pax), Debay Wine Cellar (~USD 5/pax) entrance fees and coin games at Fantasy Park are not included, joining them will be at your own account. 
    

5. 
   Day 05

   Danang - Cam Thanh coconut village - Hoian Ancient town (B)

   

   After breakfast, we transfer to visit Cam Thanh village and Bay Mau coconut forest. Here you have chance to experience the traditional way of life. Take a bamboo basket boat tour through the coconut groves, learn how to paddle a traditional boat . Relax in the peaceful countryside by simply sit back and enjoy the views. Learn about traditional handicrafts by watching local artisans weave baskets and mats using coconut leaves and other natural materials. You can even try your hand at making your own.
   In the afternoon, after our transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town, we will be immersed in a magical world of Oriental feel. We will walk over the Japanese Bridge, visit Chinese Assembly halls, and explore ancient houses. We can also listen to folk music at old club-houses or stroll into the market by Thu Bon river. Here, we may feel the same inspiration as artists who have found the rooftops of Hoi An to be a source of inspiration.
   The rest of the time is free for shopping. Hoi An is legendary for its affordable yet quality tailoring services. The streets of the ancient town are also lined with shop houses and makeshift stalls selling handicrafts, jewelry, traditional apparel, and shoes. The central marketplace is filled with locals bargaining for fresh produce and foodstuffs. Hoi An town in the evening is a magical place, where is bathed in warm yellow light from the lanterns that hang from the shophouses, and the streets are filled with the sound of music and laughter. Drive back to hotel in Danang for overnight. 
    

6. 
   Day 06

   Danang – 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 your guide and driver then tranfered to the hotel for checking in. Rest time of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Phu Quoc. 
    

7. 
   Day 07

   Vin Safari – Vin Wonders – Grand World (B) – Private tour

   

   After breakfast, we transfer 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.
    

8. 
   Day 08

   Phu Quoc – Island Hopping By Canoe & Cable Car (B/L) – SIC Tour

   

   After breakfast, 08:00am pick up by SIC guide and vehicle from your hotel and transfer to An Thoi harbor where you will embark on the canoe for an islands tour. You will pass by 12 small islets and spend time visiting 4 biggest islands of Phu Quoc including: 
   Mong Tay Island (or May Rut Ngoai), known as the miniature Maldives of Vietnam on the island, with unspoiled beauty, jade blue sea and long, smooth white sand beach. 
   Hon Gam Ghi Island (Dam Ngang) or Hon Bom, you can relax in the blue water, snorkel on the coral reefs, contemplate the interesting rock formations. 
   May Rut Island with white sand lagoon – a unique place to chill out and check in with Bali bird's nest, heaven's ladder, ocean net bed, sun ring. Have lunch on the island restaurant. 
   During the visit, if you are the fan of the colorful coral reef, you can experience sea-walk exploring the coral park with 250 identical species of creatures together with the large corals reef that are preserved nowadays (at your own expense). 
   Afternoon, speed boat arrives at Thom Island where we enjoy time at Theme Park and Water Park. By end of the afternoon, embark on Hon Thom cable car (about 25 minutes) across above the ocean. During the journey of nearly 8km, freely enjoy the scenery, enjoy the pristine beauty of Phu Quoc from above, record the beautiful moments of the famous in-the-earth paradise in Vietnam. Drive back to our hotel/ resort to relax. Overnight in Phu Quoc. 
   (If private tour: Arrive at An Thoi Harbor and transfer to Sun Town. Enjoy a walking tour of the Kiss Bridge and Clock Tower.
   After the tour, return to the resort for some relaxation. Overnight in Phu Quoc.)
    

9. 
   Day 09

   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.