Sunrise to Sunset
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Sunrise to Sunset Experience every Horizon
Upon arrival, you will be picked up by your guide and driver and taken to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay in Hanoi.
After breakfast, we will visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, including Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, and his private residence from 1954 to 1969. The ethnic-style wooden house, built on stilts, is surrounded by beautiful, tranquil gardens. In the same complex, you will also see the One-Pillar Pagoda, founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049. This structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. We continue the tour to Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on a small peninsula on the eastern side of beautiful West Lake. This is Hanoi’s oldest pagoda, with a history spanning over 1,500 years.
In the afternoon, we visit the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally used to hold political prisoners. The Americans called it the “Hanoi Hilton” during the Second Indochina War. Here, we see original cells with leg irons and displays illustrating prison life during the French colonial period. Afterwards, we visit Train Street—a narrow street hidden in one of Hanoi’s back streets, lined with tall, narrow houses built close together. The train tracks literally run through the backyards of these families, and the train passes here several times a day.
We’ll also visit the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake and take a leisurely stroll through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, a fascinating network of narrow alleyways and shops known as “The 36 Streets”—each named after the goods traditionally sold there, from fabrics to medicines and crafts.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at your hotel. Depart Hanoi via the expressway (2.5-3 hours) by shuttle bus for a comfortable ride to Halong Bay. Upon arrival, board a cruise and begin your journey through the stunning landscape of limestone islands and emerald waters. Enjoy a delicious lunch (local cuisine) on board as you sail past picturesque rock formations. In the afternoon, you can participate in various activities such as kayaking, cave exploration, swimming, or relaxing on the sundeck. At sunset, a special dinner (local cuisine) will be served by the onboard chef. Overnight stay in a comfortable cabin, surrounded by the tranquility of Halong Bay.
Please note: The cruise itinerary may vary (Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, or Bai Tu Long Bay). An English-speaking guide will be on board.
Start the day with a relaxing Tai Chi session on the sundeck at sunrise. After breakfast, we’ll continue our cruise and visit another attraction. Check out around 9:30 AM, and brunch (local dishes) will be served around 10:00 AM before the cruise returns to the harbor. Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi by shuttle bus.
Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport (without a guide) for a domestic flight to Hue. Our local guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Hue.
After breakfast, we explore the city’s charm, starting at the Hue Citadel complex, built by the Nguyen Dynasty from 1805 to 1945. This 520-hectare complex encompasses three walls: the Hue Citadel, the Royal Citadel, and the Forbidden City. We also visit the bustling Dong Ba Market.
In the afternoon, we take a boat trip on the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda, an iconic seven-story pagoda considered the unofficial symbol of the city. Afterwards, we visit the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, located on the west bank of the Perfume River. The tomb was built from 1840 to 1843 by ten thousand workers and artisans. Next, we visit the tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh, the last major tomb of the Nguyen Dynasty, featuring a blend of Asian and European architectural styles.
Overnight stay in Hue.
Today you can enjoy breakfast at your hotel and have the entire day at leisure. You can plan your day yourself and visit local markets. [No transportation/guide]
Overnight stay at hotel
After breakfast and check-out, we depart Hue, passing Lang Co Beach and enjoying the scenery of the Hai Van Pass (“Cloudy Mountain Pass”) before arriving in Danang.
In the afternoon, we visit the Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain) for panoramic views and the giant Lady Buddha, the tallest statue in Vietnam. Then, we visit the Marble Mountains. Climb Thuy Son (Water Mountain) via stone steps (elevator USD 1/person/trip, payable locally) for panoramic views of the countryside. Visit Huyen Khong Cave, the Tam Thai and Linh Ung Pagodas, and the impressive Am Phu Cave, with its rock formations that house the Buddhist image of Hell.
Explore the masterpieces of stone carving in Non Nuoc Village at the foot of the mountain. Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Hoi An.
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we drive to Ba Na Hills (approximately 45 minutes) and take a scenic cable car to the mountain resort. Visit the iconic Golden Bridge, supported by giant stone hands, and explore the French village with its European architecture. Enjoy the rides at Fantasy Park, admire the Linh Ung Pagoda, and enjoy the mountain views.
In the afternoon, return to Da Nang. In the afternoon, we visit Hoi An Ancient Town. Stroll across the Japanese Bridge, visit Chinese community halls and old houses, listen to traditional music, and visit the market by the Thu Bon River.
Overnight stay in Hoi An. Please note: Cars are available for a maximum of 90 km/day and no later than 9:00 PM.
Please note: Entrance fees to the Wax Museum (USD 5/person), Debay Wine Cellar (~USD 5/person), and coin-operated games at Fantasy Park are not included.
After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free at your leisure. (No transportation or guide provided.)
Overnight stay in Hoi An.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport (without a guide) for your domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City. Our local guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
After breakfast, we’ll visit the Cu Chi Tunnels – a network of over 200 km of tunnels that played a crucial role during the war. After a short introductory video, we’ll enter a section of the tunnels. We’ll see booby traps, the remains of an American tank, and B52 craters. There’s an option to try out weapons at the shooting range (ammunition to be paid on-site: USD 25/10 rounds).
Then we’ll explore Ho Chi Minh City: the Reunification Palace, the Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral (exterior view), Nguyen Hue Walking Street, and Ben Thanh Market. Dinner at an Indian restaurant in the evening.
Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City
In the morning, we drive approximately 2 hours to My Tho. Take a boat trip on the Mekong River, passing islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix. Visit Unicorn Island, a coconut candy factory, take a rowboat ride through the canals, and sample tropical fruits accompanied by traditional music. Visit a bee farm.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon. Dinner at an Indian restaurant in the evening.
Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free to spend at your leisure. (No transportation or guide provided.)
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Free time until the transfer with driver (without guide) to the airport for your return flight.
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