9-Day Hanoi – Danang – Ho Chi Minh City

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – Half Day City Tour

Xin chao! Welcome to Vietnam!

On arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, welcome up by our local guide and driver, then we transfer to the hotel for check-in (Early check-in is excluded)

After a short rest, we will begin our excursion to the Ho Chi Minh complex where we will spend time at Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum (photo stop, outside) which is our great president's final resting place, his former stilt-house. After that, we have a quick look at Tran Quoc Pagoda, West Lake before visiting Hoan Kiem Lake.

After that, we will enjoy a cyclo tour of the French inspired ""old quarter"". We will be free for shopping in the old quarter ranges from markets through to designer boutique stores to amazing contemporary art galleries.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: : Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc (B)

Breakfast at the hotel,

Pick up at your hotel at 8 AM, we will drive Southward of Hanoi to Ninh Binh province. On arrival, we will visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital dated back from 10^th and 11^th centuries. The area is one of rice fields broken by picturesque limestone mountains. It features several dozen monuments, including King Dinh and King Le Temple & Tombs.

After that, we take sampan along the Ngo Dong River to visit three caves Hang Ca, Hang Hai and Hang Ba (Tam Coc) in the Ngo Dong River. Our pleasant boat rowing starts from the embroidery village of Van Lam then proceed through a scenic landscape dominated by rice fields and karst limestone to three natural caves, of which, the largest is 125m long with its ceiling about 2m high above the water. The boats are typically rowed by one or two local women who also sell embroidered goods.

In the afternoon, we will be driven back to Hanoi for overnight accommodation.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Day Cruise - Night Market – Dinner at The One Indian (B, L, D)

Morning:
Depart from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and journey to the breathtaking Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its towering limestone karsts and emerald-green waters. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, check in at the cruise lounge and listen to a welcome briefing about the day’s itinerary and safety guidelines. Then, board the cruise and set sail into the heart of the bay.

Begin your exploration with a visit to Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most impressive cave in Halong Bay, where dramatic stalactites and stalagmites create a surreal underground landscape. Return to the boat to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch while the cruise passes iconic landmarks such as Ho Dong Tien Cave, Me Cung Cave, and Trong Cave, each with its own legend.

Afternoon:
The adventure continues with a stop at Luon Cave, where you can choose to paddle a kayak through peaceful waters or sit back and relax on a bamboo boat steered by a local rower. Next, visit Titop Island, where you can unwind on the sandy beach or hike to the island’s summit for sweeping 360-degree views of Halong Bay’s spectacular seascape.

As the cruise makes its way back to the harbor, enjoy afternoon tea on the sundeck while passing famous rock formations such as Heaven’s Gate, Dog Stone Islet, Incense Burner Islet, and the iconic Fighting Cock Islet.

Visit the Ha Long Night Market, where you can browse local handicrafts, souvenirs, and regional specialties.

Dinner will be served at The One Indian Restaurant after checking in to your hotel.

Overnight in Halong.

Day 4: Sun World Cable Car & Japanese Garden – Flight to Da Nang (B)

After breakfast, check out and take the Queen Cable Car to Sun World Ha Long, enjoying panoramic views of Ha Long Bay from above. Continue to explore the tranquil Japanese Garden, featuring beautifully landscaped grounds, koi ponds, and traditional Japanese-inspired architecture.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.

Dinner at a restaurant and overnight in Da Nang.

Overnight in Danang.

Day 5: Danang – Marble Mountain – Cam Thanh – Hoi An (B)

Breakfast at the hotel.

We will visit Ngu Hanh Son (Marble Mountain). Marble mountain is a complex consisting of Kim (Iron Mountain), Mộc (Wood Mountain), Thuỷ (Water Mountain), Hoả (Fire Mountain), Thổ (Earth Mountain), then we will also visit Non – Nuoc stone village at the foot of the mountain, where we will admire the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skillful hands of artisans.

Today, join us on an excursion to Cam Thanh village, being a fisherman at Cam Thanh water coconut village tour you will enjoy experiences from learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat, fishing and catch the crabs, coconut mussel while exploring the now tranquil coconut-palm flanked waterways of a past war.

Discover Hoi An ancient town, which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. There are plenty to see in this tranquil and delightful town, some of which are the famous Chinese Assembly Hall & Temples, Old houses & Japanese Covered Pagoda Bridge, Old house of Tan Ki, Sa Huynh Culture Museum. We visit these sights on an exciting walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town’s multi-cultural past.

Overnight in Danang.

Day 6: Danang – Ba Na Hills Full Day (B)

Pick you up at hotel lobby in the morning. Reach Ba Na Hills via Cable Car.

Spend your time on the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, then take The Climbing Train to visit the top of the mountain& further explore Le Jardin D ‘Amour (consists of 9 gardens), Debay Wine Cellar (old wineries) & Ling Ung Pagoda.

Continue the 2^nd Cable Car to visit the French Village (enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s statue), Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Linh Phong Monastery, Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple & Tru Vu Tea Shop.

Watch Carnival Performance Show, Square Du Dome ...

Visit the golden bridge - located in the middle of the mountain, the bridge is designed to be soft, the entire bridge covered with a magnificent yellow. From the distance, the bridge is like a silk strip floating in white clouds. What makes the bridge more special is the huge supporting hand.

Join in Fantasy Park with Walking in Fairy Forest, discover Dinosaur Park, play 5D wild west, enjoy 4D death race ride, watch 3D mega 360 Degree, ride on Journey into the underground, enter Jurassic Park, challenge Freefall Tower and participate in adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.

15:00: Return to the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills

Note: Tickets exclude wax museum, wine cellar, indoor climbing and alpine coaster

Overnight in Danang.

Day 7: Danang – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels (B)

After breakfast, you will be driven to Danang International Airport to board the flight to Ho Chi Minh City (no guide)

We will depart to Cu Chi Tunnel for our half day visit.

Cu Chi Tunnels is 50 km far from the city center. It’s located in Cu Chi district, Ho Chi Minh city. These are an immense network of connecting underground tunnels that were the location of military campaigns during American wars. This area is now a “should-not-be-missed” site for all visitors traveling to Vietnam. We will watch a short introduction video showing the foundation, activities… of Cu Chi tunnels and people lived here in the past then we will crawl all the safe parts of the tunnel system; enjoy some special cassava and tea that served free in the tour.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (B)

Breakfast at the hotel, then we will transfer to My Tho. Arriving at My Tho tourist boat station.

Cruising on the Mekong River for a sight-seeing of the four islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, Phoenix and Rach Mieu bridge.

Heading to Thoi Son (Unicorn Island, the biggest island in this area which is about 1.200 square hectare and about 11 km long) to see bee hives and enjoy honey tea at local people’s house.

Resting at a farm-house to enjoy some fresh tropical fruits and listen to some traditional music performed by local people.

Continuing to An Hóa Island, Bến Tre province to visit a coconut candy workshop.

Taking horse-carriage (or electric cart) along the village road.

Resting at a farm-house to enjoy some fresh tropical fruits and listen to some traditional music performed by local people.

Rowing small boat (sampan) along a beautiful natural canal and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere in the countryside.

Returning to Mỹ Tho city and enjoy fresh coconut on the boat.

Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (B)

After breakfast, we visit all the highlights in Ho Chi Minh city such as the Reunification Palace, a palace of old President in South of Vietnam during the American war. We also stop at Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post office to get good shots for our memory of the big, modern city of Vietnam, the two sites that we can’t ignore when we visit the city.

We then head back to the center to do shopping at famous Ben Thanh market, this bustling and well-organized market is very popular with tourists, primarily due to its central location. It has a wide selection of goods ranging from fake Nike shoes to beautiful silk Ao Dai.

Time will be free until our car arrives at the hotel to take us to the airport in good time to board our departure flight

Note: Departure flight should be around 5:00 PM or later

Trip ends.