Hanoi - Ninhbinh – Halong - Danang – Son Tra Penninsula – Hoian – Bana Hills 6 days 5 nights

Explore the beauty of Hanoi, magic Ha Long Bay, and beautiful Dananbg, then immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Bana Hills and the tranquil Hoian. From ancient landmarks to breathtaking nature.

Highlight

Day 1: Noibai airport – Hanoi city tour

Day 2: Hanoi – Ninhbinh

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong

Day 4: Halong – Hanoi – Danang

Day 5: Danang – Son Tra – Hoian

Day 6: Danang – Bana Hills - Departure

Day 1: Noibai airport – Hanoi ( L/ ) Dinner ( invited with Pho – Noodle Soup)

Welcome you to Hanoi,

07:40: pick up at airport, transfer to Hanoi centre for Hanoi city tour ( check in hotel ( time check in 12.o’clock, can check in more early if room available )

8:00 - 8:30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City

08:45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake

It is the oldest pagoda in HaNoi built in the 6^th century.

09:30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of  Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world

Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…

Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.

Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed for at least 2 months (15^thJune -15^thAugust) for the annual maintenance but still you can take pictures of the Mausoleum and visit around that area.

11:15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam

Special Note: we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays

12:45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine

with 8 delicious dishes.

14:00 - 14:15: Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century

15:15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which was originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton

16:15 – 16:30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel, check in and free time to relax or discover  Hoankiem lake, Old quarter (City gate, Ta Hien street, PhungHung street, Dong Xuan Market); Joseph’s cathedral, Opera House…

Day 2: Hanoi – Ninhbinh  (B/L/)

After breakfast, check out and 07:30 – 07:45 –

07:30 – 08:00: Our guide will meet you at your hotel/stay and start 120km comfortable bus journey through verdant landscape. Stop over for a rest on the way.

10:30 : Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple dating back to the 17^th Century.

12:00: Enjoy the lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisines.

14:00: Take sampan boat trip which owned and rowed by locals, gently sailing along Ngo Dong river, capturing the wonderful scenery of Karst hills, rice fields, and peaceful villages, and passing “Hang Ca”, “Hang Hai” and “Hang Ba”.

16:00: Arrive Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with precious view of the nature.

17:30: Return to our bus and then come back to Ha Noi for free time.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay (B/L/D)

After breakfast, check out and 08:00: Pick up at Old Quarter area to transfer from Hanoi to HaLong Bay (If the package is inclusive of the transfer service). We will use the highway which is just within 3.5 hours drive by old road to have look local life on roadside.

11:30 - 12:00: Upon arrival at harbour, you will enjoy a warm welcome by our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete check-in procedure.

12:00: Upon boarding Boutique Cruise, our crew welcome you with a refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. The vessel leaves Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you can enjoy the view of some of the most beautiful spots in Ha Long and admire the grandeur of the Bay with thousands of limestone islands while the vessel heads to Luon Cave and Titop island.

Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises toward Luon Cave and Titop island.

14:30: Return to your room and prepare for swimming activities at Titop Island. Visit Titop Island and hike to the top for stunning views of Ha Long Bay, or have a fun swim in the clear blue water.

16:00: Cruise will take you to Luon cave area, you will participate in kayaking or rafting here around the thousand-year-old rock formations.

17:30 – 18:00: Back on board, you will participate in Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.

You will be instructed to make delicious traditional Vietnamese floating rice cake by our chef and then enjoy the floating rice cake made on your own.

19:30: Outdoor dinner. Enjoy a romantic dinner outdoors (if the weather is favorable) or restaurant

21:30: After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as massage (subject to additional charge), herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), Bamboo dancing, fashion show traditional customes “Footstepts of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The cruise ship anchors for your peaceful night stay in quiet area

Day 4: Halong bay – Hanoi - Danang (B/L/)

06:15: Start your day with Tai Chi class on the sun deck.

06:30 – 07:00: Enjoy light breakfast with coffee, tea, cakes and fruits, Pho Vietnam, egg station.

07:30: Explore Sung Sot Cave. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations that can't be found anywhere else. The road to the mouth of Sung Sot cave is under the foliage. Walking through steep stone steps, visitors can have the feeling of climbing the mountain and experience the excitement of stepping into the sky.

08:30 – 09:30: Back on the ship, you can rest in your room, sunbathe onthe sundeck, take photos of Halong Bay

09:30: Check-out.

Please place your luggage outside the cabin and leave your room key at the front desk. Our staff will transfer your baggage to the waiting area.

10:00: Enjoy an early lunch buffet at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and pay the bill if any.

11:00: Arrive at Harbour and get to our Shuttle bus to return to Hanoi on old road. You could stop on road to see how the farmer cultivate.

15:30: Get back to Noibai airport, take the flight to Danang.

Arrive in Danang, check in hotel for free time.                                                                       .

Day 5: Danang – Son Tra Penninsula – Marble Moutain (B/ / D)

Arrival in Danang. Pick-up and check-in hotel.

14:30: Pick you up from your hotel- warmly welcome you to start our trip.

15:00: Drive along Hoang Sa - Truong Sa street to Son Tra Peninsula, visit the Linh Ung pogada, the city sympol of peace. Enjoy the beautiful view from the top

16:00: Visit Marble Mountain, discover the stunning natural caves, the mysterious pagodas and the Stone Carving Village.

17:30: Walk around for shopping and enjoy the beautiful light of thousands of lanterns. Head to Hoian & visit the Fukian Assembly Hall to encounter ancient architecture, and see the Japanese Covered Bridge....

18:00: Enjoy dinner at the local restaurant.

18:30: Return to Danang for free time.

Day 6: Danang – Bana Hills - Departure(B/L/)

After breakfast,

7:45 - 8:15: Pick you up from your hotel for the journey to Ba Na Hills after breakfast.

9:00: Check in at the Suoi Mo Cable car Station. You will admire the heights from the most modern cable car system in Southeast Asia.

10:00: Enjoy the funicular railway, visit Linh Ung pagoda, France wine cellar, D'amour flower garden, Golden Bridge….

12:00: Explore King Peak at an altitude 1.487m, and admire the stunning panoramic views of Bana Hills and Quang Nam – Da Nang.

13:00: Enjoy buffet lunch

Free time to visit & play games at Fantasy Park

15:00: Back to Cable car & return to Da Nang

16:30 - 17:30: Arrive back to Danang, then depart to airport for the flight.

Tour ends.

Tour cost: 375 Usd/pax (Join group tour + Private)

Discount 5% of the cost

 Inclusion: 

• Transfer: Car/ Van/ Boat… (Hanoi – Sapa – Hanoi: overnight bus with soft bed )
• Hotel 3star (Check in: 14:00; check out: 12:00 noon. Early check in is subject to availability.) room for 2 adult.
• Meals:  B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner.
• Boat Halong bay – cruise 4*
• Bana Hills cable car with buffet lunch.( 52usd )
• Car/Van Quality: Using new AC car or van depending on your group size.  
• Tour guide: English speaking guides (on site).  
• Entrance ticket.
• Water bottle on car/ van

Exclusion:

• Insurance, drinks, personal expenses, others not mentioned in details.
• Tipping for guides and drivers
• Flight ticket, around 80usd per ticket

* What to Bring: Passport, change of clothes, sunglasses and hat, toiletries, sunblock, insect repellent, flashlights, proper hiking boots / trekking shoes, personal first aid kit and medicines, small VND notes for buying drinks.

* Cruise itinerary could be changed a bit but visiting the main area of Halong bay