Vietnam 7 nights 8 days

Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh City, welcomed by local tour guide and driver then proceed to Hotel for early check in + breakfast then relax.

Around 12:00 pm, meet up with guide for lunch in Indian restaurant.

After the lunch, start a city tour around Saigon, as many locals call this city, you get the chance to visit historical sites hidden in the bustling modern city including The Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House. Also, dont miss the famous Ben Thanh market where you can pick local goods and souvenirs.

Dinner at Indian restaurant and overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and dinner at Indian restaurant

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Note: Early check in is included

Enjoy breakfast hotel then start the trip to Cu Chi Tunnel at 8:00 am.

The trip to Cu Chi will take you an approximately one and a half-hour bus drive. Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining  areas and tunnel system which include special living areas with  kitchens and bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous
traps within the maze-like tunnels for the security purpose during the war. Afterwards, special tea and cassava (guerrillas’ food during the war) will be served. Break time. 

Have lunch at Indian restaurant.

Continue to visit My Tho city. With boat trip on Tien River, you will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise along the riverside.

Cruise through the small canal by sampan, treating yourself to the beauty of the countryside which will certainly be an unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour. Visit the coconut candy workshop, and enjoy seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea. Get a chance to listen to the Southern Vietnamese folk music which is performed by local people.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner in Indian restaurant and overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and dinner at Indian restaurant

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Check out the room then go to restaurant for breakfast.

At 7:30 am, depart to the airport for flight to Danang.

Upon arrival in Danang, local guide and driver will warmly welcome you and transfer to Cam Thanh Coconut village for a leisure tour. Located about 3 kilometers to the southeast of Hoian Town, the tranquil village is known for its immense palm forest and the exciting creation activities for tourists.

Visiting here, you will have the chance to learn how to paddle the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats and even some traditional fishing techniques while exploring the tranquil coconut palm-flanked waterways. 

Lunch at Indian restaurant.

Next, we head out for a Hoian City tour. This old town will welcome you with rows of yellow old-aged house shops along the narrow riverside. Those houses were built with the strong influence of Chinese, Japanese, French and European architectures during the time Hoian served as a vital trading port. Take time to appreciate the unique architecture and the inside of each house. It can be a tailor shop, a gallery, a bar, discover by yourself! Later on, visit the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge built by Japanese merchants in the 16th century, the PhucKien Assembly Halls, Tan Ky Ancient House… Dont forget to drop by a tailor shop to get yourself a gorgeous item done in just a few hours if you are interested. 

Dinner at Indian restaurant and overnight at the hotel in Danang.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and Dinner at Indian restaurant

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

At 8:30 am, you will be picked up at your hotel then departure to Ba Na Hills. Pass the sea-shore on Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, one of the most beautiful roads of Da Nang City. 

Arrive at the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain. Enjoy the first leg Cable car, which achieves two Guinness World Records in 2009, longest non-stop cable car (5,042m) and highest non-stop cable car (1,292m). Sitting in the cabin, in mid-air, looking upon the endless tree line of the forests, bring you with spectacular views of the lush jungle and fairly waterfalls along the way. First, step on Golden Bridge which stands 1,400m above sea level in the Ba Na hills, extends over the treetops from the edge of a leafy cliff face offering tourists uninterrupted views of the majestic landscape beneath. The Golden Bridge is the latest tourist attraction in Da Nang and has attracted hordes of guests since it opened.

Visit the Le Jardin, old wineries, remains of French Villas and Ling Ung Pagoda with 27m high Buddha statue. We then leave the Le Jardin for the second cable car station to visit the top of mountain and see the remains of old villas. Conquer the Peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1,487m. View the whole Da Nang city under the cluster of white clouds. Leave Peak of Chua Mountain, visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, Rainbow Waterfall, Suspension Bridge, Golden Valley, and ruined Opera House. Play with wild monkeys and take photos freely then @16.30 PM, we return to Cable car station at foot of Ba Na Mountain back to
your hotel in Danang. 

Dinner in Indian restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Buffet Lunch on Ba Na Hill, Dinner at Indian restaurant.

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Check out the room then go to restaurant for breakfast.

At 8:30 am, you will be transferred to Danang airport for flight to Hanoi.

Upon arrival in Hanoi, warmly welcome by local guide and driver and be transferred to Hanoi city center where you will have the chance to go on a tour around this historic capital by visiting the most significant attractions. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closes on Monday and Friday), Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Stilt House and One Pillar Pagoda in the Ho Chi Minh relic complex will be worth your time to understand more about the Great Father of Vietnamese and his up and downs of life.

Continue the trip with the Temple of Literature, regarded as the first university in Vietnam and stands out for its featuring architecture.

Late in the afternoon, you will visit HoanKiem Lake and the Old Quarter, the most crowded and bustling area with a whirlwind of movement. You can definitely experience a real Hanoi as a growing modern capital. On the way, you can always stop by a shop to buy some souvenirs or specialties. Spend the night at the hotel.

Lunch and dinner at Indian restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and Dinner at Indian restaurant

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

08:00 | Pick up by driver and local guide.

11:30 – 12:00 | Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor

12:00 | Transferred by tender. Embark on Dragon Bay Premium Cruise and receive a warm welcome while  enjoying the welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver the cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that, you will check in at your cabin.

13:00 | Enjoy fabulous lunch

Inviting lunch is served while Dragon Bay Cruises set sail into magnificent Halong Bay – an extension of Halong Wonder which is much quieter and less crowded. We will pass by the famous Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands. 

15:30 | Explore Lan Ha Bay – Halong Bay

We will visit the Dark and Bright cave, famous for its pristine natural beauty and poetic features, which is one of the most attractive seascapes of Lan Ha Bay. Here you will take some photos of the romantic, lyrical local see-sights. This is also the best time for everyone to enjoy kayaking/sightseeing by bamboo boat.

Afterward, visitors immerse in the emerald-like green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities; an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the Limestone Mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay. (Please prepare a swimming suit, sun cream, and sunglasses with you). 

17:00- 18:00 | Sunset Party – Cooking Class

Back to Dragon Bay and relax on the cruise. It’s time for Sunset in Halong Bay, a moment you will keep telling your friends/family about it. It’s not only the outstanding scenery but we also can feel the atmosphere, the temperature, and the magnificence of nature. Enjoy our “Sunset Party” and a special offer from the bar to celebrate this moment.

Cooking Demonstration is an onboard activity that helps passengers not only to sample fine cuisine but also learn more about Vietnamese culinary culture. Cruise Chef will show and guide you on how to make Vietnamese traditional dishes such as fresh or dried spring rolls and or how to carve different kinds of vegetables and fruits. You may be invited to participate in a fun competition with other passengers to find who is the fastest to make the dish. Finally, you can have your dish of food, enjoy yourself or share it with your companions, an interesting activity for those who love cooking and cuisine! 

Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor overnight. 

19:00 | Savor deluxe dinner

Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff, night view on Lan Ha Bay is incredible with the sound of the ocean.

Enjoy overnight activities on board as squid fishing, and fabulous drinks at our bars, movies, spa therapy, or just relax in your room. Overnight at your cabin. 

Meals: Breakfast at hotel, Lunch & Dinner on cruise

Accommodation: On cruise

06:00 | Sunrise Tai-chi section on the sundeck.

Be an early bird for a photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind. If you enjoyed the sunset, we believe that you would love to see the sunrise on the bay. 

07:00 | Have a light breakfast.

Dragon Bay Cruises continues to pass by amazing karst towers while tea, coffee, and light breakfast are served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.

08:00 | Explore TraBau floating village.

Our small boat brings you to visit a fishing village named “TraBau” to join the kayaking experience to explore the TraBau area – the famous filming location for Kong Skull Island (King Kong) in QuangNinh in 2018. You can visit the fish raft and interact with local fishermen to explore daily life and traditional fishing methods. Our conveyer boat will pass slowly through the pearl farming village so you can see how the locals cultivate pearls.

09:30 | Back to the boat for check-out.

10:00 | Brunch time.

During the time, a well-prepared brunch is served. Our cruise slowly navigates emerald water and thousands of Karst Mountains towards the Harbor.

11:30 – 12:00 | Back to Tuan Chau Harbor.

Driver and car will transfer you back to Hanoi to enjoy late lunch in Indian restaurant. 

Finish lunch, you are free on your own for shopping or discover Hanoi on your own way.

Dinner in Indian restaurant and overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

Notes: Depending on cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice.

Meals: Breakfast & Brunch on cruise, Late Lunch & Dinner in Indian restaurant

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

After breakfast at hotel, you are free to enjoy the last moments in Hanoi.

At 10:30 am, check out your room and be transferred to Hanoi airport for a flight to home.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Accommodation: No