Arrival in Hanoi, airport pickup, discover Hanoi's travel highlights, and watch a water puppet show.. 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: Hong Ngoc Dynastie Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

Visit the Bai Dinh Pagoda and explore the World Natural Heritage site of Trang An by boat.. 8:00 AM: Start from your hotel for a 2-hour drive to Bai Dinh pagoda which is one of the most impressive of Buddhism centers in Vietnam. On arrival at pagoda, walk along a path with 500 stone arhats alongside it, lining the route to the main pagodas. Each of the large pagodas and huge statues is an example of artistic architecture. Take a lift to the viewpoint, a 13-storey tower that is believed to keep a part of Buddha's ashes. Experience a panoramic view of the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia, surrounded by an exquisite river valley that is dotted with limestone karsts which will take your breath away.

Stay: Hong Ngoc Dynastie Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

100km – 2h

Transfer to Halong, cruise to Lan Ha Bay, explore the Tra Bau area, go kayaking, enjoy a cooking demonstration, and try squid fishing.. The driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi, and from there, we'll begin our journey to Halong City with a scenic drive through the Red River Delta. The trip takes around 2.5 to 3 hours, with an optional stop along the way for a short break.

Cruise: Peony Cruise – 2D1N

150km – 2.5h

Explore Trung Trang Cave, disembark at Tuan Chau, and journey back to Hanoi.. 6:00 AM : Begin the day full of energy with a Tai Chi session and enjoy the sun as it rises beyond the horizon. 6:45 AM – 7:15 AM : Breakfast is served while cruising back to Gia Luan jetty. (Breakfast time may be adjusted to follow the real itinerary). 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM : Join the tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere. It takes 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to Trung Trang cave – one of the most impressive caves in Cat Ba Island, Vietnam. The limestone cave has thousands of stalactites in various shapes, offering geological values with a typical cave ecosystem. 9:30 AM : Return to the main boat from the cave, and you will check out of your cabin. Luggage is to be placed outside of the cabin. Early Lunch is served at the restaurant. Settle any bar bills at the restaurant's desk (if any). 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM : Disembark from the Peony Cruises and transfer back to Tuan Chau port. 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM : You should be ready at Tuan Chau port.

Stay: Hong Ngoc Dynastie Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

150km – 2.5h

Visit Quang Phu Cau village, then take a flight to Da Nang.. We will depart for Quang Phu Cau village , located about an hour's drive from Hanoi's city center. This charming village is renowned for its century-old tradition of making bamboo incense sticks . Upon arrival, you'll learn about the intricate process, from splitting bamboo and dyeing sticks to drying them under the sunlight, creating a sea of vibrant red hues. This picturesque setting offers fantastic photo opportunities, allowing you to capture the essence of this unique craft and the daily life of local artisans.

Stay: Parosand Da Nang Hotel ★★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

Experience a bamboo boat ride in Cam Thanh village and explore Hoi An Ancient Town on foot.. discover Cam Thanh Village , a peaceful destination famous for its lush water coconut forest , traditional coconut-painting craft , and rich local culture. Enjoy a memorable ride on a traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boat , known for its unique round shape and distinctive design. As you glide through the winding waterways, your local guide will demonstrate rowing techniques used by generations of fishermen. You will also learn about traditional Vietnamese fishing methods and gain insight into how local communities preserve their livelihoods through these unique skills.

Stay: Parosand Da Nang Hotel ★★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

The world's impressive cable car, French colonist style complex, Golden Bridge, Fantasy Park. 8:00 AM: Start from your hotel to have a full day visit to Ba Na hill complex. Located at 1478m high above the sea level and 25 km to the west of Da Nang, Ba Na Hill has a year round cool climate which makes it an ideal resort since French colonist time. On arrival, take 20 minutes of the world's impressive cable car in order to reach the peak of Ba Na hill and observe the beautiful scenery. Arrive at the station, take a visit to pagoda with giant Buddha statue , green gardens of multiple kinds of flora and flower interleaved by French architecture buildings and wine storages. Leisurely walk on the World's top ten impressive architecture bridges – Golden Bridge . Immerse into the stunning views of national park, waterfall, ocean and city in remote distance which can hardly found in other regions. Enjoy the entertainments in Fantasy Park – the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with series of interesting games before getting transfer back to city.

Stay: Parosand Da Nang Hotel ★★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel

25km – 1h

Take a morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City and explore its highlights.. Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Da Nang City and take you to Da Nang Airport.

Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel

Boat trip & biking in Ben Tre, interacting with local people, garden tour, Mekong Delta lifestyle experience. 8:00 AM: Tour guide and driver welcome you at your hotel for your transfer to Ben Tre , a beautiful region in the Mekong Delta River , famous for making coconut candy. Arrive at Hung Vuong pier, take a boat trip on Ben Tre River to discover the daily local life. Continue your boat trip on a canal to Nhon Thanh Village . This will be an opportunity to taste the fresh fruits. Take a bike ride (or Tuk tuk) on a small path through the villages and enjoy views of the coconut ranges, rice fields and vegetable gardens. A lunch of elephant ear fish is served in the village. A short walk will help you to discover the local life in depth. This is followed by a boat ride on the small canal shaded by the wild palm trees. Transfer back to Saigon in the late afternoon.

Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel

110km – 2.5h

Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels and take a flight home.. 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.