Ho Chi Minh Danang Hanoi Ninh Binh to Sapa Tour 10D9N

START AT 8.00 AM

Visitors will be taken to My Tho wharf, after that the motorboat takes you on the Tien River to see the floating fish farm villages, and the RACH MIEU bridge - a cable-stayed bridge spanning the Tien River and linking the two provinces of Tien Giang (My Tho) and Ben Tre together, and four islands:  Long, Lan, Qui, Phung.

Stop by at Con Lan to visit the local honey bee farm and taste the unique honey tea.

After that, the electric cart will escort you to the fruits garden where you can try out the fresh tropical fruits (seasonal) and listen to traditional Southern music.

Next, experience the taste of the Mekong Delta when sitting on a rowing boat, weaving into the small canal, watching rows of water coconuts, and the simple landscape of the Mekong Delta.

Return to the big boat, along the Tien River, the motorboat will take you to the province of Ben Tre, which is known as the "Vietnamese coconut island" to visit the specialty of Ben Tre's coconut candy oven.

HAVE LUNCH AT THE LOCAL RESTAURANT

Take a rowing boat to the restaurant to have lunch with typical dishes of the Mekong Delta.

RETURN AT 4.00 PM

After breakfast at your hotel, you will take a flight to Danang. 

Upon arrival, you will visit 

13:00 : Driver and guide pick you up from your hotel, visit Linh Ung pagoda – the most important pagoda in Danang for the Buddhist people to come and pray.

On the way to Hoi An, we will visit Ngu Hanh Son (Marble Mountain) 

Marble Mountain is a complex consisting of Kim (Iron Mountain), Mộc (Wood Mountain), Thủy (Water Mountain), Hỏa (Fire Mountain), Thổ (Earth Mountain) symbolizing for 5 main elements of the universe in Asia Culture. You will discover the mysterious beauty of caves combining the sacred atmosphere of Buddhism. Visiting Tam Thai Pagoda, Linh Ung Pagoda.

You will admire the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skilful hands of artisans in Non Nuoc village at the foot of the mountain. 

18:00 Depart to Hoi An Ancient Town. You will have dinner with a lot of unique local dishes like Cao Lau, Hoanh Thanh, Banh Bao, Banh Vac …

Visit Hoi An Ancient town, with: Japanese Bridge: This only remains of Japanese culture is now considered as a symbol of Hoi An. Taking a walk on the street along the Hoai River, enjoy the nightlife of Hoi An Town. Colorful lanterns are hung in front of the houses, across the streets and paths all around the town, which is going to make you feel peaceful, serene and want to last this walk forever.

21:00 Drop off at your hotel.

• At 8:00 – 8:30 a.m : Our car and Guide will meet you at your hotel in Da Nang and start the trip to Ba Na Hills. If you start from Hoi An, please be ready at 7:30am
• At 9:30 a.m : Upon arrival at Ba Na hills, you will get on a Cable Car which gains 4 world scores
• Visit Debay Wine Cellar built in 1923, Le Jardin D’Amour Flower Garden Highlight in this tour is Golden Bridge ( Hands of God). You will have a chance to see and take photos of this beautiful bridge.
• You continue to visit Linh Ung pagoda where the highest Buddhism statue in the country is located (27 m).
• At 11: 30 a.m: Have Lunch at a restaurant and take a short rest.
• At 12:30 p.m: Conquer the peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1487 m, the highest peak in Ba na to visit Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple. You continue to discover the French Square, visit and play some games in Fantasy Park – one of the largest indoor amusement parks in Vietnam with a series of interesting games.
• At 15:30: Back to the cabin down the mountain. 
• Back to the hotel in Da nang/ Hoi an. Arrive in Da nang at about 17:00 and arrive in Hoi an at about 17:30 

In morning 

Pick up from Noi Bai International Airport: Our driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi city center.

we will start our city day trip. Head to the Uncle Ho’s final resting-place standing in Ba Dinh Square where the Vietnamese cultural and political events are usually taken place. Visit Ho Chi Minh stilt house, where Ho Chi Minh used to live intermittently during Vietnam War, and One Pillar Pagoda – a Buddhism temple featuring a particular architecture inside and a peaceful lotus lake outside. Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, visit Bodhi tree which was offered by Indian Prime Minister Razendia Prasat as a gift when he visited Vietnam in 1959. 

 Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: Afterward, visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which provides insight into the diverse cultures and ethnic groups of Vietnam. With its engaging exhibits and outdoor spaces, it’s a great introduction to Vietnam's rich heritage.

  Lunch: Enjoy a local Vietnamese lunch at a restaurant in the Old Quarter. Sample traditional 

Afternoon:

Temple of Literature: After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university, built in the 11th century. This Confucian temple is a symbol of Vietnam’s respect for education and scholars. Walk through the beautiful courtyards, pass the ancient stone stelae, and appreciate the peaceful surroundings.

Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton): Explore Hoa Lo Prison, once used by French colonists to detain political prisoners and later infamous as a prison for American POWs during the Vietnam War. The museum now houses exhibits detailing its history and the hardships endured by those imprisoned here.

Hanoi Old Quarter: Stroll through the Hanoi Old Quarter, a vibrant area with narrow streets and colonial-style buildings. Visit traditional shops, try local snacks, and take in the lively atmosphere of this historic neighborhood. It’s a great place to experience the charm of Hanoi.

Water Puppet Show: Conclude your day with a traditional Vietnamese Water Puppet Show, a unique performance that dates back to the 11th century. Watch as puppets glide across a water stage while skilled performers tell stories of Vietnamese folklore and rural life, all set to live traditional music. (Exccluded tickets )

Evening: Free time for dinner or optional exploration in Hanoi.

Stay overnight in Ha Noi.

 Please note: - The Program will be adjusted to suit the Arrival flights. 

- The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum closed on Monday and Friday and all museums closed on Monday. Alternatives will be recommended accordingly..

Stay overnight in Ha Noi.

6.30 – 7.00: Tour guide of Vietnam Travel Advisor  Pick up from your hotel/accommodation, get on a big bus, and depart for Sapa Town.
9.30: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break
11.00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa
13.00: Arrive in Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’Mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.
Welcome drink and itinerary briefing
Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes, check-in procedures
14.30: The bus picks you up to the gate of Cat Cat village which is home to Black Hmong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trek down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station, stop for photo with bridge and waterfall then you will walk uphill for bus to pick up to get back to Sapa in the afternoon.
Trekking distance is about 2.5 km and it lasts for 2 hours
17.00: Come back to Sapa Town. Have dinner & overnight in hotel with night activities.

8.00: After breakfast in the hotel, the driver & tour guide take you to Cable Car Station and spend 20 minutes with cable car to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
9.00: Reach the altitude of 2800 meters, you have a good time to see the view and take photos, visit pagoda the spiritual destinations and trek up to 600 steps you will reach the peak of Fansipan – the Roof of Indochina. ( Spend about 1,5 hours hiking and taking photos).
11.00: Come back to Cable Car Station and return to Sapa town,
12.30: Have lunch in the hotel
13.30 – 15.45: Relax and discover Sapa town by yourself with some souvenirs, meet all group members at the hotel to get ready for Hanoi
16.00: Get on the bus to go back to Hanoi with two comfort breaks
20.45: We say goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. 

8.00AM: Our Tour Guide and Driver will pick you up at your hotel, travel to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.  Along the way, we may take some stop-over for photos and refreshment while enjoying rural stunning scenery on the way. Arrive in Hoa Lu which is the former capital of Vietnam (968 – 1009) under Dinh and Le dynasties. Visit Dinh temple, Le temples and surroundings.

Have lunch at local restaurant with local food.

After lunch, take the amazing boat trip to visit Trang An Grottoes which is a gathering of 31 valleys, 50 cross-water caves, and home to 600 kinds of flora and over 200 kinds of fauna, many of them in the Red Book of Vietnam. While rowing through Trang An grotto in the quiet, fresh air of the highlands, with only the sound of birds and the oars stirring the clear water and surrounded by magnificent forested mountains upon which graze white goats, visitors enjoy a heaven on earth.

16h00: Leave Trang An and drive back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi around 18.30

07.45 – 08.30: You will be picked up from your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Then we will head to Ha Long Bay. You may enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta along the way

11.30: Upon arriving in our lobby in Tuan Chau Marina, you may take a short stretch while our staff arranges all registration with the local government.

12.00 – 12.30: The cruise captain and staff will welcome you onboard CRUISE after a short tender transfer. While enjoying a refreshing welcome drink, a short cruise briefing and safety instructions will be given.

12.30 – 13.00: CRUISE voyages to Ha Long Bay – one of the New Seven Nature Wonders of the World. Lunch is served on board while the cruise passes via amazing limestone karst formations that rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. 

14.00 – 14.30: You will leave the cruise to explore Sung Sot Cave (also known as Surprise/ Amazing Cave), one of the biggest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. 

15.00: Returning to  CRUISE, the trip will continue to Ti Top Island. Here, you can watch the magnificent view over either the Gulf of Tonkin or swim in the emerald green and cool water.

17.00: After a long day, this is the ideal time to enjoy energizing drinks and snacks by joining ‘Happy Hour’ or Cooking Class on the sundeck

19.30: Sumptuous Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. 

20.30: After dinner, various activities including karaoke, and squid fishing are organized. Or you can just laze around with exhilarating drinks from our bar. The rest of the day is spent at your leisure.

06.15 – 07.00: Breakfast is served. It can be a great idea to enjoy the meal with the magnificent view of the sunrise in Ha Long Bay.

8.00 -9.30: The cruise gets closer to the center of the Natural Preservation Area. Join our guide on a short trip to Luon Cave. This magic work of nature shows you the formation of karst mountains. You can discover this time masterpiece by kayaking on your own. If you are lucky, you can catch great photos with mischievous monkeys jigging up and down around the cliffs.

9.30:  Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.

10.00: Whilst cruising back, delightful lunch will be served.

11.35: We return to the quayside in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark in Tuan Chau Marina. And leave for Ha Noi on our shuttle.

15.30 – 16.00: You will get back to your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter and have dinner 

In the everning , you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.