Arrival in Hanoi, welcome at Noi Bai airport, and transfer to your hotel.. 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

30km – 0.75h

Hanoi Sightseeing Tour with Jeep Adventure. 8:30 AM: We begin our discovery of Hanoi with the 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

Travel to Mai Chau, stops at Muong village and Thung Khe Pass, take a short walk from Mai Hich to Sam Khoe.. 8:30 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 at leisure. 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

Travel to Pu Luong, enjoy a scenic hike, visit Eo Ken and Ban Hang villages, and marvel at the breathtaking rice terraces.. Start your day with a short transfer from your hotel in Mai Chau to Pu Luong Nature Reserve . Along the way, we'll stop at a bamboo factory , where skilled artisans craft chopsticks, cups, and a variety of other bamboo products-offering a glimpse into the ingenuity of local craftsmanship. Our journey continues to Eo Ken , about 30 kilometers from Mai Chau town. From here, we'll set off on a two-hour walk down a charming small path. Along the way, you'll be treated to spectacular scenery, where lush tropical forests seamlessly blend with terraced rice fields and scattered limestone rocks. You'll also have the opportunity to visit a local family in Eo Ken village and experience their authentic, day-to-day life. The walk concludes in Hang village , where our driver will be waiting to take us to our hotel in Pu Luong. Our afternoon walk begins from Ban Don , leading us into a breathtaking valley adorned with spectacular rice fields. We'll follow narrow paths that wind through lush greenery, taking us to charming local villages such as Ngon and Leo . As we descend deeper into the valley, we'll be immersed in a vibrant mosaic of landscapes: rice fields, rustic villages home to the Thai people, vegetable gardens, and fish ponds. Each turn reveals a new facet of this captivating region. Along the way, we'll pause to meet friendly locals, hear their stories, and gain insights into their daily lives. It's an unforgettable opportunity to connect with the heart of this beautiful land. Walking distance : approx. 4-5 km (AM), 3-4 km (PM)

Stay: Pu Luong Retreat ★★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

50km – 1.5h

Morning hike to Uoi and Lan villages. Afternoon free to relax.. 9:00: Starting from Ban Don village , walk through spectacular rice terraces and follow peaceful trails to Chom Lan village , renowned for its traditional Thai textiles. Along the way, enjoy the changing landscapes – lush rice paddies blending with quiet villages, vegetable gardens, and fish ponds. Walking distance : approx. 5-6km

Stay: Pu Luong Retreat ★★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

15km – 0.5h

Discover the bamboo water wheels, travel to Ninh Binh, and explore Bich Dong pagoda.. 8:30 AM: After breakfast, we'll check out and depart for Chieng Lau , a picturesque area renowned for its lush rice fields and bamboo water wheels . Here, embark on a scenic walk, allowing you to engage with local residents and catch a glimpse of the bamboo water wheels used for irrigation. Walking distance : 3-4 km

Stay: Tam Coc Garden Resort ★★★★ (Deluxe Tonkin Garden Bungalow) *or similar hotel

150km – 3h

Enjoy a boat trip in Trang An and visit the temples of Kings Dinh and Le.. 8:30 AM: We'll depart for Trang An , recognized by UNESCO in 2014 as the world's first mixed heritage site, is a true marvel of nature and culture. Upon arrival at the pier, you'll board a private traditional sampan , gently rowed by a local. Glide along a poetic river and pass through a series of caves , some stretching 300-400 meters in length. Each bend reveals a hidden world nestled in peaceful, isolated valleys. Step off the boat to wander through serene pagodas and temples dedicated to revered mandarins of the Tran Dynasty. Then, return to your sampan and soak in the breathtaking natural beauty as you head back to the pier.

Stay: Tam Coc Garden Resort ★★★★ (Deluxe Tonkin Garden Bungalow) *or similar hotel

Transfer to Halong, board at Tuan Chau, cruise through Lan Ha Bay, and kayak in the secluded Ao Ech area.. 8:00 AM: Depart for Halong. The journey takes around 3.5 to 4 hours, with an optional stop for a restroom break along the way. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at Tuan Chau / Bai Chay pier, where you will board your cruise.

Cruise: Orchid Classic Cruise – 2D1N

200km – 3.5h

Discover the Heavenly Thien Cung Cave, cruise back to Tuan Chau port, disembark, and return to Hanoi, then transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for a flight to Da Nang and onward to Hoi An.. 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: Allegro Hoian – A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa ★★★★★ (Little Suite Room) *or similar hotel

160km – 2.5h

Explore the Hoi An countryside in the morning and discover its ancient town in the afternoon.. 8:30 AM: Meet your local guide for a short transfer to Cam Nam Village , a peaceful riverside community where farming and fishing still shape daily life. Here you'll meet Mr. Hai, a third-generation farmer, and join him in planting crops like corn, peanuts, and cassava while learning how agriculture remains central to the local lifestyle. Continue with a bike ride (or walk) to visit a folk music artist and try traditional instruments, then walk to a 200-year-old banyan tree beside the village temple, where you'll hear tales of customs and legends passed down through generations. Glide through serene nipa palm groves in a traditional basket boat , observe how locals fish and navigate the waterways, then stop at a village home to enjoy a fresh, home-cooked meal served with genuine hospitality.

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

Travel to Hue to discover the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda.. 8:30 AM: Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Hoi An. From there, we'll head to Hue, passing through Da Nang. The journey takes about 3-4 hours, taking you along some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in central Vietnam, including My Khe Beach, fishing villages, the Hai Van Pass, and Lang Co Lagoon.

Stay: Anhill Boutique ★★★★★ (Deluxe Suite Room) *or similar hotel

150km – 3h

Discover the countryside villages of Hue and the royal tomb of Tu Duc.. 8:30 AM: Today, we continue exploring Hue. First, transfer to Tien Non Village , where you'll meet local villagers working in the fields and tending vegetable gardens. Visit a family worship house and gain insight into the rural life of farmers in Hue. Next, continue to Thanh Tien Village , famous for its 400-year tradition of making paper flowers . In addition to farming, the villagers create beautiful paper flowers for the New Year festival as offerings to their ancestors. At Mr. Hieu's home, one of the village's most renowned artisans, you'll have the chance to learn how to craft paper flowers under his guidance. The journey then takes you to Sinh Village , the cradle of 400-year-old folk woodblock printing in Hue, where you'll meet Mr. Phuoc and discover the techniques behind this traditional art form.

Stay: Anhill Boutique ★★★★★ (Deluxe Suite Room) *or similar hotel

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, meet your guide, driver at the airport, and transfer to your hotel.. Our driver picks you up from your hotel lobby in Hue City and transfers you to Phu Bai Airport. The journey takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

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

10km – 0.5h

Saigon city tour: Independence Palace, walking tour, bustling China town, Quan Am pagoda and Fito Museum of traditional medicine. 9:00 AM: We begin our discovery of Ho Chi Minh City with the Independence Palace , once used as the home – office of the Presidents of South Vietnam. Our visit includes the North Vietnamese tank which effectively attacked the palace in 1975 to bring the controversial Vietnam War to an end and the five-story palace with its rooms have been preserved in their late 1960s, 1970s style and a bunker basement.

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

Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels and explore Saigon by night on a Vespa.. 8:30 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 ★★★★★ (Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel

50km – 1.5h

Explore Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta – cruise through peaceful waterways, cycle along quiet paths, and connect with local life.. 8:00: Start your day with a 2.5 hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre, a province famous for its coconut groves and lush waterways.

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

110km – 2.5h

Private car transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport. 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