Day 1: Arrival to Hanoi – Hanoi half day city tour

Arrival to Hanoi, pick up and transfer to Hanoi downtown, check in hotel (check in time 2pm).

Today, we will have half day Hanoi city tour. Hanoi has always been a symbol of culture and a source of pride throughout the history, bustling Hanoi offers a charming blend of new and old. The French-colonial era has left a legacy of beautiful buildings, with the Old Quarter a fascinating area to explore on foot… Begin to the tour to Center of Vietnam’s government: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum with Ba Dinh square where all important events of the country will be taken place here, opposite Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is Vietnam Parliament House, and beside is President Palace. Next place is one of the most beautiful Pagoda of Hanoi name Tran Quoc pagoda on an island of Hanoi West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years, it is A cultural relic – A religious institute – A historical witness. Continue to Hoan Kiem Lake where is central point of Hanoi city, visit King Ly Thai To statue, learn more about history of more than 1000 years of Hanoi capital; then walk around Hanoi Old Quarter with small streets & old houses, feel friendly people with typical Vietnamese smiles offer you the true feeling of this capital city… Return to your hotel & Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Ninh Bình – Trang An cave & Hoa Lu – Hanoi

Start our day tour to Ninh Binh province where you will come first is Trang An, take a small sampan wooden boat trip slowly rowing through serpentine streams, between the blooming mountains and valleys. The 2.5 hour rowing boat takes you to sacred sites and through some mysterious water caves (there are 3 direction options). Along the way, there are spectacular transitions as you get into a dark cave and a whole new picture appears right in front of your eyes at the exit. Follow the boat’s schedule, you can drop off the sampan boat to visit some on-land attractions. We can enjoy the fresh air, clean and clear water with underwater grass. Experience ourselves the feeling and emotion when we are in the water caves.

After discovery in Trang An, we move to Hoa Lu Ancient capital situated 7km from Trang An to continue our day tour in Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, ornate temples that worship the Emperors will catch your eyes at first sight. These temples were constructed to honor King Dinh Tien Hoang, King Le Dai Hanh, and King Ly Thai To. On the site, you are told about the story of the first three centralized feudal states of Vietnam: the Ding dynasty, the Le dynasty, and the Ly dynasty. Go back to Hanoi and overnight in Hanoi

Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long bay with Overnight on Cruise

Today we leave Hanoi to Halong bay, “Dragon Descending to the Sea”. Halong Bay is one of the most beautiful and impressive sights in Vietnam. Ha long Bay has twice been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Upon arrival, we will embark to an overnight Cruise; Check in your beautiful room with ocean view from your bed. Have Sea food Lunch at cruise’s luxury restaurant while the cruise goes around limestone islands, floating villages and beaches on Ha Long bay… Stop for Swimming, Kayaking if weather permitted. Have dinner on board. Overnight on board.

Day 4: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Ho chi Minh

Early morning experience Tai Chi exercise on the top deck of the Cruise or enjoy sunrise behind mountains on the bay. Having light breakfast and continue the cruise to see other part of Halong Bay.

Having Brunch on the cruise and disembark at around 11:30 am and return to Hanoi in the afternoon. Reach to Hanoi around 3pm and transfer to airport fly to Da Nang. Arrive in Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon), pick up and transfer to the city centre & check in hotel

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh city – Cu Chi Tunnel – Half day city day

Morning, we will drive overland to Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese guerrillas to protect the region against the American attacks during the Vietnam War. The tunnels were used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous North Vietnamese fighters. The tunnel systems were of great importance to the Viet Cong in their resistance to American forces, and helped to counter the growing American military effort. We can even crawl a part inside the tunnel, visit their infirmary, kitchen…. to discover how people had survived hereby. Back to Hochiminh city in the afternoon and free to discover city by your own way.

Afternoon, visit half day Saigon city tour, the first place is The Independence Palace symbolizes Vietnam’s victory, peace, and territorial integrity. This place has a glamorous design, hundreds of rooms equipped with luxurious furnishings and decorations, and an enormous and gorgeous exterior space; next is War Remnants Museum: Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war, the museum is a call for peace and hopes that history does not repeat itself; continue to Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. End of the tour is Ben Thanh Market: This bustling 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 Dais.  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 6: Ho Chi Minh  – Departure

Free at leisure or shopping till transfer to airport for your return flight