Arrive Hanoi City, Vietnam

Welcome to Hanoi the capital city of Vietnam! You will be met at the exit of Noi Bai (Hanoi) International Airport and transfer to the downtown at any time of the day (even mid night). Check in your hotel. Free for leisure. Have dinner and overnight in Hanoi.

Hanoi Sightseeing full day (B, L)

Hanoi, known as the ‘Paris of the Orient’, the city steeped in history but also bursting with world-class dining options and beautiful French-style architecture. On today's sightseeing tour, explore the highlights of this fascinating city including: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum; One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. After lunch, we will visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum. Proceed to scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and enjoy a cyclo ride through the narrow lanes of the historic old quarter. This evening savor a thrilling performance of the unique Water Puppet! Overnight in Hanoi.

Excursion to Halong Bay and Stay overnight on Board (B, L, D)

(The itinerary is a sample, depends on weather and it will be different between cruises. Our travel consultants will provide the exact schedule and program if you book other cruise such as Hera Cruise, Halong President Cruise, Emperor Cruise, Halong Violet, Halong Jasmine, Paradise Luxury Cruises, Orchid Cruise, Indochina Sails, Au Co Cruise, Starlight Cruise etc.)

About 8 am, journey by road through the lush countryside to Halong Bay. After 12 pm boarding and enjoying lunch while cruising.

Halong Bay is one of the most loved spots in Vietnam for a reason - it's gorgeous. On this Halong Bay tour, we take you away from the hectic pace of life in Hanoi and introduce you to the tranquil, beautiful Halong Bay... Following breakfast, journey east through the rich farmland of the Red River Delta to Halong Bay, truly one of Vietnam's most scenic impressive sights. On arrival you are welcomed onboard a traditional junk. Settle into a private comfortable cabin and unpack for a two-day cruise around Halong Bay. Along the way, enjoy a huge lunch served on board and admire the picturesque scenery of islands. These limestone karst formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. You will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to Sung Sot cave, one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. The remainder of day is for your own pleasure; observing the bay, lazing around the deck or simply soaking up the sunshine.

Overnight on cruise.

Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi – Danang – Hoian (B, Brunch)

We will arise early for a morning exercise on boat. Follow by a light breakfast. The cruise continues to take you through the amazing islets, fish farm, fishing village while having your brunch before return back to the harbor. Transfer to Noi Bai (Hanoi) airport for flight to Danang.

On arrival Danang airport, our driver and tour guide pick up and transfer you to your hotel in Hoian town. Check in the hotel and have free time for leisure.

Overnight in Hoian. 

Full day Hoian Sightseeing & My Son Sanctuary (B, L)

In the morning, take a short walking tour around Hoian Town. Visit the Chinese Assembly Hall and Temples, Explore the old Houses and Japanese Covered Bridge…  Afternoon drive to My Son Holy Land, a unique beautiful sanctuary world of the ancient Cham religion, 50 km southwest of Hoian. The My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious monuments originally consisting of more than 70 structures; the vestiges of 25 of which remain today. The builders of My Son were the nobility of the Champa Kingdom who derived their cultural and spiritual influences almost exclusively from India. Back to Hoian town in the late afternoon. Overnight in Hoian.

Leave Hoian to Ho Chi Minh City, half day tour (B, L)

In the morning: After breakfast you will go to to Danang airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Airport pick up and transfer to the hotel in the city centre. Have lunch at restaurant.

In the afternoon: You will visit the Reunification Palace, followed by exploring Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. End the trip with a visit to Ben Thanh Market, time for shopping. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be Floating Market (B, L)

Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city at 7:30 AM and head south to the river town of Cai Be. Arriving at around 10 AM, on a motorized sampan to visit and enjoy the vivid floating market. Farmers are here to sell their products such as fruits, vegetables … On each boat goods are hung on poles as a signal. After that, we will go deeper into the delta by local sampans and paddle along the small canals covered by coconut rows. Enjoy the seasonal fruits at a local family and have lunch before we continue our cruise to other islands where we will walk to and visit fruit orchards. We will then return to the pier by boat where the vehicle will transfer you back to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 

Ho Chi Minh City Conclude/ Departure. (B)

Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore Ho Chi Minh city at your own pace before take the flight back home. Finish your unforgettable Vietnam trip arranged by Seagulls Travel or you can extend some days to Siemreap in Cambodia.