Where you will go

Trang An

Ha Noi City

Ninh Binh city

Hoa Lu ancient capital

Ha Long bay

Cu Chi

Ho Chi Minh City

Mekong river

• Day 1 Hanoi Arrival

  Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, proceed through immigration and collect your luggage. Our driver will escort you to your hotel in Hanoi.
  Take some time to relax and unwind before beginning your exploration of Hanoi

• Day 2 Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Trang An - Hoa Lu - Group Tour

  Breakfast

  Lunch

  

  08:00: Start your day early with a scenic drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, which takes approximately 2-3 hours depending on the traffic
  Upon arrival in Ninh Binh, begin your exploration at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the former political and cultural center of Vietnam during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties. Explore the historic temples, pagodas, and ancient citadel ruins.
  After exploring Hoa Lu, take a break for lunch at a local restaurant nearby and continue your journey to Trang An, a breathtaking landscape characterized by limestone karst formations, lush greenery, and winding waterways. Board a traditional sampan boat for a scenic river cruise through the Trang An Grottoes, a UNESCO-listed site.
  Conclude your day with a visit to Mua Cave, known for its panoramic views of the surrounding karst landscape. Embark on a short but challenging hike up the steep staircase to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, where Mua Cave is located. Reach the mountain summit and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc, Ninh Binh's iconic karst scenery, and the winding Ngo Dong River below.
  Around 5p.m, board the transfer vehicle back to Hanoi.

• Day 3 Halong Bay Day Tour - Group Tour

  Breakfast

  Lunch

  

  8h15 – 8h30: After your breakfast, Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay. Arrive at Halong Bay's Tuan Chau Pier, where you'll board your cruise ship
  Set sail across the emerald waters of Halong Bay, surrounded by towering limestone karsts and islets. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views as you make your way towards Bo Hon Island, one of the bay's most scenic spots. 
  Disembark at Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise Cave, a magnificent limestone grotto adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
  Return to your cruise ship for a delicious buffet lunch featuring an array of fresh seafood, Vietnamese specialties, and international dishes.
  After lunch, take a thrilling kayaking excursion to Luon Cave, a hidden gem nestled amidst towering limestone cliffs. Paddle through the tranquil waters of the cave's enclosed lagoon, surrounded by lush greenery and towering rock formations.
  Next, cruise to Ti Top Island, named after Russian cosmonaut Gherman Titov, who visited the island in 1962. Climb to the island's summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Halong Bay's iconic karst landscape or relax on the island's pristine sandy beach, swim in the crystal-clear waters.
  12:00: Disembark from your cruise ship and board the transfer vehicle back to Hanoi around 3p.m

• Day 4 Hanoi City Tour - Fly To Ho Chi Minh - Group Tour

  Breakfast

  Lunch

  

  Have breakfast in your hotel before being picked up for Hanoi city tour at around 08:00 a.m
  Head to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi. Situated on the serene West Lake, this pagoda offers a tranquil atmosphere perfect for meditation and reflection.
  Then visit the Hochiminh Mausoleum, one of the most significant historical sites in Hanoi. This solemn monument houses the embalmed body of Vietnam's revolutionary leader, Ho Chi Minh
  The next destinations is Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the rich cultural diversity of Vietnam's ethnic groups. The museum features fascinating exhibits, artifacts, and displays showcasing the traditions, customs, and lifestyles of different ethnic communities across the country.
  Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese meal at a local restaurant nearby
  After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, a renowned Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's first national university dedicated to Confucius and honors scholars and intellectuals.
  Conclude your day with a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison Relic, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton." Originally built by the French colonialists to imprison political dissidents, the prison later gained international notoriety during the Vietnam War.
  Then your driver will escort you to Noi Bai International Airport for flight to Hochiminh city.
  Head to your hotel in Hochiminh after landing in late evening and rest after a long day.

• Day 5 Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi - City - Group Tour

  Breakfast

  Lunch

   

  

  After your breakfast, around 8 A.M our driver (WITH GUIDE) will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Cu Chi. (Our Cu Chi Tunnels tour will last for 5 hours: 1,5 hours driving to the tunnel – 2 hours of visiting – 1,5 driving back to city.)

  Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime.

  When arriving at Cu Chi Tunnels, you will experience lots of interesting activities, including:

  • Experience the thrill of crawling down the tunnels

  • Visit underground bunkers

  • See the collection of guns and traps, bomb crater

  • See Hoang Cam smokeless kitchen and understand how the VC soldier hide their cooking smoke

  • Firing range (Bullets fee is not included)

  • Try tapioca (the most common food the VC ate throughout the war)

  In the afternoon, after you done exploring, the driver will take you to HCM city and take you on the city tour.

  Start with a visit to the city’s most iconic building: Reunification Hall. Formerly called the Presidential Palace, images of the building were seen around the world on 30 April 1975 when tanks stormed the gates as Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese. Hear the echoes of time while walking through this historic downtown site.

  Then take a stroll to Ho Chi Minh City’s colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall, the old Saigon Post Office, hear about the glory days of French Indochina and how that era continues to influence aspects of modern Vietnamese culture.

  When finish, back to your hotel

• Day 6 Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong - Group Tour

  Breakfast

  Lunch

  

  Begin your day early at 07:30 with a departure from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta after breakfast in the hotel.
  En route to My Tho, stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist temple known for its intricate architecture and serene surroundings.
  Upon arrival in My Tho, a bustling town in the Mekong Delta, embark on a boat ride along the Tien River to Unicorn Island (also known as Thoi Son Island)- known for its lush orchards, traditional villages, and scenic landscapes. Visit local fruit gardens and sample fresh tropical fruits such as mangoes, dragon fruit, and pomelos.
  Visit local candy factories to learn about the traditional methods of making coconut candies, a specialty of the region. Watch as skilled artisans craft these sweet treats by hand, and sample freshly made candies straight from the production line.
  Take an amazing rowing boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals.
  Then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music", performed by locals. Depart from My Tho and travel back to Ho Chi Minh City

• Day 7 Departure

  Breakfast

  Checking out of your accommodation. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel.
  Your private car will pick you up from your accommodation at the prearranged time. It’s time to say farewell and start your journey back beloved home. It has been a pleasure serving you, and Inbound Vietnam wishes you a safe journey home!

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  • Accommodation hotel with daily breakfast as program

  • Transportation with A/C as stated in program

  • Local English speaking guide

  • Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)

  • All sightseeing tickets as program

  • Water on coach

  • Boat trip as per tour (if any)

  • Vietnam Letter (Invitation letter)

  • Airport Transfer

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  • Personal expenses, tips and gratuities

  • Travel insurance, personal insurance

  • Beverage

  • Vietnam visa stamp fee (25 USD/pax/single entry)

  • Other services not mentioned above

  • International/Internal flights & departure taxes (if any)

  • Peak season or public holidays surcharge (if any)

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• Payment currency
  Vietnamese currency: VND (Vietnam dong)
  You should prepare cash (US dollars) in advance or use a credit card to pay in Vietnam

• Special services
  If you have special service requests such as vegetarian meals, single room requests or special assistance, please contact the consultant directly.

• Other notes about departure schedule
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