ESSENCE OF VIETNAM

• Arrival at Noi Bai International Airport and private transfer to hotel – Smooth arrival and comfortable transfer to the city centre.
• Check-in & relaxation – Time to unwind after your flight.
• Visit Ba Dinh Square – Hanoi’s most important square with historical significance.
• Photo stop at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – Iconic landmark (view from outside).
• Explore Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university with serene gardens and heritage architecture.
• Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake – Scenic lake in the heart of the city.
• Stroll through Hanoi Old Quarter – Experience the lively streets and traditional shops of the “36 Streets.”
• Return to hotel – Overnight stay in Hanoi.

Please note:
Normal check-in time at hotel is 14:00/15:00. Early check-in is not included.
Normal check-out time at hotel is 11:00/12:00. Late check-out is not included.

• Breakfast at hotel & check-out – Start your day with breakfast before departure.
• Transfer to Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus – Scenic 3.5-hour drive through the countryside.
• Arrival & cruise boarding – Step aboard your luxury cruise and begin your journey.
• Lunch on board – Enjoy a delicious meal while cruising past limestone karsts and emerald waters.
• Cruise through the bay – Take in the stunning seascape of islets, caves, and hidden beaches.
• Optional activities – Explore grottoes, go kayaking, swim, or relax on deck. (To be paid by the guests on spot).
• Sunset experience – Unwind and enjoy panoramic views as the sun sets over the bay.
• Dinner on board – Savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
• Overnight on cruise – Stay overnight amidst the tranquil beauty of Ha Long Bay.

Note: Cruise itinerary and activities may vary. An English-speaking guide is available on board.

• Early morning on cruise – Wake up to a serene sunrise over Ha Long Bay.
• Breakfast on board – Enjoy a relaxed start to the day with scenic views.
• Continue cruising – Sail past uniquely shaped limestone islets and explore quieter parts of the bay.
• Brunch on board – Early lunch featuring local Vietnamese cuisine before disembarkation.
• Disembark & transfer to Hanoi – Return journey by shuttle bus (approx. 3.5 hours).
• Arrival in Hanoi – Drop-off at hotel; time to relax or explore nearby areas.
• Airport transfer – Private transfer (no guide) to Noi Bai International Airport for your onward flight (recommended after 18:00).
• Flight to Ho Chi Minh City – Domestic flight to Vietnam’s dynamic southern hub.
• Arrival & transfer to hotel – Meet your driver and proceed to your hotel.
• Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

• Breakfast at hotel – Start your day with a relaxed morning.
• Pick-up (07:30–08:00 AM, District 1) – Join your SIC (Seat-in-Coach) tour for the day.
• Visit Independence Palace – Historic site marking the end of the Vietnam War.
• Photo stop at Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon – Iconic French colonial structure (outside view).
• Explore Saigon Central Post Office – A beautifully preserved colonial-era building.
• Visit War Remnants Museum – Insightful exhibits on the Vietnam War from a local perspective.
• Lunch at local restaurant – Enjoy a Vietnamese set-menu meal.
• Drive to Cu Chi Tunnels – Explore the famous underground tunnel network.
• Tunnel experience – Learn about wartime life, watch an introductory video, and crawl through a section of the tunnels.
• Optional activity – Try firing weapons like AK-47 or carbine rifle (at additional cost).
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City – Drive back in the evening.
• Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

• Breakfast at hotel – Begin your day at leisure.
• Pick-up (07:30–08:00 AM, District 1) – Join your SIC (Seat-in-Coach) tour.
• Drive to My Tho – Scenic journey to the gateway of the Mekong Delta.
• Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda – A historic 19th-century temple with unique architecture.
• Boat ride on the Mekong River – Cruise past the famous Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands.
• Explore Unicorn Island – Walk through orchards and local village lanes.
• Local experiences – Enjoy tropical fruits and traditional folk music performed by locals.
• Sampan ride through Thoi Son Canal – Glide through narrow waterways surrounded by lush countryside.
• Visit local workshops – Experience a honey-bee farm, taste honey tea, and see coconut candy making.
• Lunch at local restaurant – Vietnamese set-menu meal.
• Village experience at Tan Thach Village – Optional cycling or relax in a hammock and enjoy the rural surroundings.
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City – Drive back in the late afternoon.
• Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

• Breakfast at hotel – Enjoy your final morning at leisure.
• Free time – Relax or explore nearby areas for last-minute shopping.
• Check-out from hotel – Standard check-out as per hotel policy.
• Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport – Private transfer with driver only (no guide).
• Departure – Board your flight back home with wonderful memories of Vietnam.