Arrival in Hanoi, welcome at Noi Bai airport, and transfer to your hotel in town.. Upon your arrival at Noi Bai Airport , you'll be greeted by our guide and driver at the pickup lobby. You'll then enjoy a 45-minute drive to the heart of Hanoi , passing over the Red River, where you can catch a glimpse of the city's unique architecture and its famously bustling traffic.

Stay: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel ★★★★★ (Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

35km – 0.75h

Discover Hanoi's major attractions, the famous train street, and enjoy a water puppet show. 9:00 AM: We begin our discovery of Hanoi with Temple of Literature which was built under the Ly dynasty in 11th century for worshipping Confucius and teaching Royal children. Enjoy a walk in the garden to the city's symbol Khue Van Cac. You will then visit the World Heritage "s tone steles " which shows the name of outstanding students. Continue to explore the Quoc Tu Giam which is considered as the first national university of Vietnam.

Stay: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel ★★★★★ (Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

8h

Travel to Mai Chau, stops at Muong village and Thung Khe Pass, take a short walk from Mai Hich to Sam Khoe.. 8:00 Am: Meet tour guide and driver then depart to Mai Chau . On the way, visit a Muong village. Continue to Thung Khe pass where you can view magnificent panoramic views of the valley before arriving in Mai Chau town. Mai Chau is a beautiful valley located 145 km away from Hanoi. It is great place with harmonious landscapes, green mountain ranges, rice terraces and White Thai ethnic villages.

Stay: Avana Retreat ★★★★★ (Bauhinia Mountain Suite Villa) *or similar hotel

145km – 3.5h

Free morning; afternoon walk to explore Xom Bang, a Thai ethnic village.. Morning: Enjoy some leisure time to make the most of the hotel's facilities. Relax by the pool, or join optional activities like a cooking class, yoga session, spa treatment, or rattan weaving workshop. Feel free to contact us for availability and pricing.

Stay: Avana Retreat ★★★★★ (Bauhinia Mountain Suite Villa) *or similar hotel

6km – 4h

Transfer to Ninh Binh; visit Thanh Nguyen Temple and learn embroidery making.. Depart for Ninh Binh, with optional stops en route to stretch your legs or capture moments of rural daily life.

Stay: Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh ★★★★★ (Superior Room) *or similar hotel

140km – 4h

Bike to Thung La Temple, enjoy a traditional music show, and take a sampan boat ride.. 8:00 Am: For an active immersion, you can choose to embark on a 10 km bike ride (one way) or a 20 km ride (round trip) along the dyke, offering stunning views of rice fields, a river, and limestone mountains. Take optional stops along the way for picturesque photos and interactions with locals. Continue your exploration by visiting Thung La Temple , which dates back to the 11th century. Don't miss the opportunity to experience traditional musical instruments that are integral to the spiritual life of the Vietnamese people. Note : Travellers who prefer not to ride a bicycle can either ride as a passenger on a scooter or reach the temple by car.

Stay: Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh ★★★★★ (Superior Room) *or similar hotel

50km – 4h

Return transfer to Hanoi.. Travel from Ninh Binh to Hanoi, enjoying the scenic views of the Red River Delta along the way. You can opt for a rest stop to stretch your legs or take photos of daily life. Upon arrival in Hanoi, you'll be dropped off at your accommodation.

150km – 4h

Transfer to Halong, board at Tuan Chau, cruise through Lan Ha Bay, and kayak in the secluded Ao Ech area.. If transport is included, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Hanoi. From there, we'll begin our journey to Halong City, enjoying a scenic drive through the picturesque Red River Delta. The trip takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, with a convenient stop along the way for restrooms if needed.

Cruise: Song Xanh Cruise – 3D2N

140km – 2.5h

Cruise through Lan Ha Bay, explore Viet Hai village by bicycle, and discover Dark and Bright Cave.. 06:00 – 06:30 : Serene Beginnings – Start your morning with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by breakfast with a panoramic view of the bay. 06:45 – 07:00 : Light breakfast – We will have a light breakfast in the restaurant while continuing cruising through Lan Ha Bay . 07:45 – 08:00 : Viet Hai Village Excursion – Transfer to our day boat for a visit to the historic Viet Hai village . Explore by bicycle along village paths, winding through rainforests and tunnels to visit traditional ancient houses. Optional electric car service is available. (Optional electric car service is available at an extra cost). After the excursion, we go back to the day boat for a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board. 13:30 – 14:00 : Exploration – Journey to the Dark and Bright Cave , a peaceful body of water perfect for scenic kayaking or a guided bamboo boat ride with a Ha Long local. 16:00 – 16:30 : Afternoon Refreshments – Return to the main ship to join a cooking class , take a swim in an untouched area, or enjoy sunset drinks during Happy Hour . 19:00 – 19:15 : Evening Dining – Another delicious fusion dinner will be served in an intimate, romantic setting. 21:00 – 21:30 : Relaxation Time – Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night from the top deck. Relax with drinks from the bar, try night squid fishing , or watch a movie in the restaurant. Option: Professional massage services remain available for booking with the Cruise Manager (please see massage menu).

Cruise: Song Xanh Cruise – 3D2N

Discover the Heavenly Thien Cung Cave, cruise back to Tuan Chau port, disembark, and return to Hanoi.. 06:00 – 06:30: Morning Reflections – Refresh your senses with a final sunrise Tai Chi session. Breakfast is served as we continue our journey through the karst landscape. 07:40 – 07:55: Exploration – We progress to Trung Trang Cave by our bus on Cat Ba Island, which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest surrounding the cave. Trung Trang cave is located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to millions of years of geological tectonics along with many historical vestiges. The cave features numerous stalactites with diverse shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors. 09:30 – 10:00: Brunch & Check-out – Return to the ship to finalize check-out procedures while enjoying a final, delightful brunch at our restaurant. 11:00 – 11:30: Disembarkation – We arrive back at Tuan Chau Marina, where we bid you a warm farewell as your journey with us concludes.

Stay: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel ★★★★★ (Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

160km – 3h

Take a morning flight to Hue, explore the Imperial Citadel. Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Hanoi and take you to Noi Bai Airport . The drive takes approximately 45 minutes.

Stay: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel ★★★★★ (Classic Room) *or similar hotel

Take a boat trip on the Perfumed River, visit Thien Mu pagoda, King Minh Mang's mausoleum, and Thuy Bieu rural village. 8:00 AM: We continue exploring Hue with a visit to tomb of Emperor Minh Mang , an architectural masterpiece that harmoniously highlights the nature and imperial religious works. The tomb was planned during Minh Mang's reign (1820-1840) but built by his successor, Thieu Tri with the effort of ten thousand workers and artisans.

Stay: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel ★★★★★ (Classic Room) *or similar hotel

Take the day train to Da Nang, transfer to Hoi An. Our driver will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Hue and take you to the Hue train station.

Stay: Allegro Hoian – A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa ★★★★★ (Little Suite Room) *or similar hotel

0h

Take a stroll through Hoi An's ancient town to discover its essential highlights.. Hoi An used to be one of the most typical South-East Asian trading ports dating from the 15th to the 19th century and the Old Town is still well-preserved. The exchanged cultures is displayed on many historic buildings, religion, daily business and enriched by the authentic lifestyle of local inhabitants.

Stay: Allegro Hoian – A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa ★★★★★ (Little Suite Room) *or similar hotel

Transfer to Da Nang airport, take a flight to Ho Chi Minh city. Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Hoi An and transfer you to Da Nang Airport.

Stay: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Saigon Room) *or similar hotel

15km – 0.5h

Explore the Cu Chi tunnels and get a glimpse of Vietnam's history. 8:00 AM: We depart for the most striking place in the history of the Vietnam War, the Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi is a real underground city made up of a large network of tunnels covering an area of over 250km long where the Viet Cong conducted the war of resistance against American troops. All of the tunnels were dug over a period of twenty years using only pickaxes and shovels. The tour includes special entering some part of tunnels. Option: At the Cu Chi shooting range, guests can enhance their experience by trying real gun firing. This service allows visitors to test their aim with a variety of firearms under supervision. It's a thrilling option for those seeking a bit of adventure. This is an optional service not included in the tour price, and guests will need to pay on the spot.

Stay: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Saigon Room) *or similar hotel

100km – 2.5h

Transfer to Cai Be, enjoy a bike ride, explore local factories, and spend the night on board.. If transport is included, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City , and transfer you to Cai Be. Enjoy the scenic drive through small towns, countryside villages, and lush green fields along the way. The transfer takes about 3 hours, with an optional stop en route.

Cruise: Song Xanh Cruise – 3D2N

Cruising through Sa Dec's rustic scenery, visiting Cao Dai temple. After enjoying breakfast on board, the cruise continues towards Vinh Long along a narrow river, passing several stilt houses before arriving at Cai Tau Ha , a charming village. Take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank to visit a temple that specializes in making traditional herbal medicines, or venture deeper into the village to observe blacksmiths crafting various farming tools and iron objects used in daily life. Lunch will be served back on board before we set off to explore a clay pot factory in Vinh Long. Afterward, we'll return to our sampan to navigate the smaller tributaries of the river. Before sunset, we'll stop at a small village in Vinh Long. Enjoy shore excursions to learn more about the local way of life, including a visit to a Cao Dai temple . Back on board, dinner will be served as the Song Xanh cruises toward the Hau River.

Explore the Cai Rang Floating Market, disembark in Can Tho, and return to Ho Chi Minh City.. We started our journey early, around 6:30 AM, to visit the renowned Cai Rang Floating Market . Breakfast was served on board as the Song Xanh cruised toward the market, weaving among local barges brimming with fresh fruits and vegetables. Don't forget to have your camera ready to capture stunning shots from this one-of-a-kind perspective! Afterward, we continued cruising toward Victoria Can Tho and disembarked at the hotel's private jetty.

Stay: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Saigon Room) *or similar hotel

Transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your return flight.. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and take you to Tan Son Nhat Airport.

10km – 0.5h