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Day 1: Hanoi: Arrival: Welcome to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your local tour guide, transfer to your hotel in downtown. In the afternoon, visit Ba Dinh Square – the biggest square in Hanoi where all the biggest cultural, political events of the cities, especially demonstrations, take place. Visit the Complex of Ho Chi Minh including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (from outside only as it closes in the afternoon), Ho Chi Minh’s house-on-stilts, his fish pond and the One-Pillar Pagoda. Then, the Temple of Literature which is considered as the first university of Vietnam. Later, have an overall view of the capital by cyclo in 1 hour, which wanders around the Old Quarter of Hanoi and the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake). From here wandering on the narrow streets of the Old Quarter to experience the daily life of the local people. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight at in Hanoi. (Note: Early check in is not included and subject to hotel availability)
Day 2 Hanoi: Ninh Binh: After breakfast, Between 7:15-7:45am, your driver and tour guide will pick you up at hotel. Head the south of Hanoi for 110 km. After 2 hours, you will arrive in Ninh Binh. First stop at Hoa Lu, you will have quick visit two temples built in honor of the emperors Dinh Le, their sons, and the Queen… to know why Hoa Lu was build as capital of Vietnam in ending of nine century. Enjoy lunch at restaurant with the great local cuisine. Board 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, very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery. Later return to Hanoi. Overnight stay in Hanoi. (B,L)
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay: After breakfast, you will depart from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay that takes you on a journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta. Arrive in Halong and board a beautifully crafted junk for an overnight cruise in the legendary seascape of Ha Long Bay. While onboard, you can take advantage of a delicious seafood-based lunch, while the surrounding limestone outcrops make for a truly magical setting. In the afternoon, you will reach a less travelled area where you can devote yourselves to pure relaxation. The program is not fixed and depends on the time of the year and weather, but there will be an opportunity to visit a cave as well as explore a floating village or do a little bit of kayaking over the course of these 2 days. End the day on the sundeck as the sun sets on this magical seascape. This evening, you can enjoy an aperitif or attend a cooking demonstration before dinner. Overnight stay On Board in Halong Bay. (B, L, D)
Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Da Nang: For those early birds, start the day with a proposed Tai Chi session, while tea and coffee are served as the sun rises and illuminates the surrounding seascape. Then, continue exploration of the bay. Upon returning to the boat, check-out of your cabin and enjoy a light brunch while cruising back to the pier. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi. Take a private transfer without guide to the airport. Leave Hanoi for Danang. Landing at Da Nang International Airport, you are greeted upon arrival and driven to your hotel. Check in and Overnight stay in Da Nang. (B)
Day 5: Da Nang: After breakfast, Transfer to Ba Na hills area where your cable car transfer will be waiting to take you up to an altitude of 1487m above sea level. This is the second-longest cable car in the world. On a visit to Ba Na Hills, you will be able to enjoy visits to an ecological park, a theme park, a pagoda, and a mock French village (not including Wax Museum). Accompanied by your tour guide, you can walk the “Golden Bridge” – the pedestrian walkway offering tourists uninterrupted views of the majestic landscape beneath. Next, you will have some free time to explore the park some more, and discover the games and other entertainment areas. Spend more time to relax at your preference then make your way back to the cable car to venture back down the mountain for transfer to hotel. Overnight in Da Nang (B)
Day 6: Da Nang: Departure: After breakfast, Today you are free for leisure & shopping until transfer to the Airport for departure. (B)
- 02 Nights accommodation in Hanoi
- 01 Night accommodation On Board (Halong Bay)
- 02 Nights accommodation in Da Nang
- Daily Breakfast, 02 Lunches, 01 Dinner & 01 Brunch
- All transfers with air-conditioned vehicles depending on No. of pax**
- Shuttle Bus transfer from/to Hanoi – Ha Long
- Boat trip with the cruise in Halong Bay
- Local English-speaking guides
- Bottles of mineral water during days of transfer and sightseeing only.
- All entrance fees as per the program
- Government tax and service charge
- Airfare
- Visa Fees
- Any expenses of a personal nature