8 days 7 nights

Hanoi – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh 8 days 7 nights

Starting from ₹42,316 /per person

*For land tour package

Experience the best of Vietnam on this comprehensive 8-day journey, from the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City to the sophisticated charm of Hanoi. Explore iconic landmarks, including a journey into the historical Cu Chi Tunnels, and a tour of Da Nang’s captivating attractions. Discover the idyllic landscapes and ancient history of Ninh Binh before embarking on a memorable cruise through the turquoise waters of Ha Long Bay. This epic adventure promises to be the Vietnam trip you’ve always dreamed of.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City and delve into the history of Cu Chi Tunnels.
  • Discover the captivating attractions of Da Nang, a city where modernity meets natural beauty.
  • Journey back in time, exploring the ancient temples and stunning landscapes of Ninh Binh.
  • Embark on a scenic cruise through Ha Long Bay, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Hanoi arrival – Half day city tour

Timeline

Upon the arrival, you are met at the Noi Bai airport and transferred to the hotel by our driver (Early check in is not included) and then transfer you to hotel.

13h45: Our Tour guide and our Bus pick up at your hotel and start to the tour

14h00-14h15: Visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.

15h15: Keep going to visit Hoa Lo Prison, the prison was built by the French, from 1886 to 1901, When Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. The French called the prison Maison Centrale. The prison was called “A Hell on Earth” and now the prison is like a war museum for those who want to understand more about the war against France of Vietnamese people.

16h30: Our Bus take you back to the Hotel.

Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Inclusion:

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Meals: No

Tour guide: English speaking guide for tour only

Transportation: Private airport transfer / Group car

Day 2: Hoa Lư – Mua Cave – Trang An (B/L)

Timeline

7h30-07h45: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km.

9h30: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax.

10h30: The first destination in this trip is visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed on an outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.

11h45: Have buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice… Vegetarian food is always available in the buffet lunch.

13h00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as The world Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has the wonderful tunnel cave system so that Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island “. Boat trip to visit Trang An to see the amazing beauty of this landscape with many caves such as: Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dack cave), Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view.

15h30: Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Moutain, have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

16h30 – 17h00: Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi

19h30: Arrive to Hanoi and get drop off at the Hotel.

Inclusion:

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch

Tour guide: English speaking guide

Transportation: Group car

Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B,L,D)

Halong Bay

Timeline

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 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: the 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.

Inclusion:

Accommodation: on cruise

Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner

Tour guide: English speaking guide on cruise

Transportation: Limousine Shuttle bus

 

Day 4: Halong Bay - flight to Da Nang (B/L)

Luon Cave Halong

Timeline

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: our staffs on 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. Transfer to the airport to take flight to Danang. Upon Danang arrival, transfer to hotel for check in.

Overnight in Danang

Inclusion:

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Meals: Breakfast/ Brunch

Tour guide: English speaking guide on cruise

Transportation: Limousine shuttle bus/ Private airport transfer

Day 5: Cam Thanh Coconut Village – Hoian – Boat ride – Release Lantern on the river (B/D)

Coconut Village

Timeline

12.00 – 12.15: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel.

Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interested are suitable for everybody.

About 2.30 pm: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.

  • Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
  • You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.

 

Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.

Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.

6.00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best lucks to you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.

20:00 – 21:00: After the meal, we will go back to your places in Danang.

Inclusion:

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Meals: Breakfast/ dinner

Tour guide: English speaking guide

Transportation: Group car

Day 6: Bana Hill – Golden bridge (B/L)
Golden Bridge Da Nang - "virtual living" coordinates that make tourists fascinated
Golden Bridge Da Nang – “virtual living” coordinates that make tourists fascinated

Timeline

07:30 We pick you up at the hotel and start to visit Ba Na Hills –also known as the second DaLat in Central Vietnam.

09:30 You will be carried to the peak by cable car system that won 4 World’s Records (longest one-wire sling; the longest distance between each station; the longest unpatched wire; and finally the heaviest cable roll), admire the epic view and enjoy the fresh air here.

10:00 Explore Golden bridge, sits 1,400 meters above sea level, an altitude which creates the illusion of a silk strip hiding in the clouds above Da Nang. Walking around and taking photos at Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love), Linh Ung Pagoda, with 27m – height Shakyamuni statue on 6m – height lotus brings tourists peaceful feeling as visiting this place. Enjoy the panorama of Da Nang city. The next destination of your trip in Ba Na is French Village. You will feel free to visit the holy places in Ba Na: the Linh Tu Temple, the Temple of Mother Nature, the Belfry, the Phong Tu Tower, or the French village. From this area, all the sceneries of Ba Na – Quang Nam’s nature is below your feet.

12:00 You will take a rest and have buffet as lunch in Restaurant. After lunch, you can experience many thrilling rides and games such as slide-way, love wheel, fire race and ghosts’ house in Fantasy Park – the world-class indoor amusement park. Join in Fantasy Park by Walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watch 3D mega 360 degrees…

15:00-15:30 We say good bye to Ba Na

17:00-17:30 Come back your hotel

Inclusion:

Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Meals: Breakfast/ lunch

Tour guide: English speaking guide

Transportation: Group car

Day 7: Da Nang flight to Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi Tunnels (B)

Cu Chi Tunnels

Timeline

After breakfast, you will be transfer to the airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transfer to hotel. (Check in time is 14:00PM)

12:30 – 13:00 Pick up at your hotel and depart to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, 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 security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. Return to Saigon.Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Inclusion:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch

Tour guide: English speaking guide

Transportation: Group car

Day 8: Ho Chi minh Free shopping departure (B)

Ho Chi Minh

Timeline

After breakfast, you are free to go shopping until transfer to airport to take back home.

Inclusion:

Accommodation: No

Meals: Breakfast

Tour guide: No

Transportation: Private airport transfer

HOTEL LISTS

 

Options 3 star 4 star 5 star
Hanoi Golden Rooster – Superior room Beryl Charm – Deluxe room May Deville Luxury Hotel – Deluxe
Halong Le Journey cruise – Deluxe room Amanda cruise – Deluxe room Aquamarine Cruise- Junior Suite
Danang Fivitel Kings Hotel – Deluxe room Luxtery Hotel – Deluxe room Grand Tourance Danang Hotel – Superior room
Ho Chi Minh Elios Saigon – Superior Ciccilia Saigon Hotel- Deluxe room Grand Saigon Hotel – Deluxe room

Policy for children

 

  • Child under 4 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: Free of charge.
  • Child from 4 – 6 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: 50% of charge
  • Child from 7 – under 9 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: 75% of charge
  • Child from 10 – under 12 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: 85% of charge
  • Child from 12 years old and above: 100% of charge.

 

Policy for Payment

Cancellation policy for Tours & Tour Packages Reservations
No Show: 100 % charge
1 – 7 days: 50 % of the tour price
8 – 14 days: 30 % of the tour price
15 – 29 days: 10 % of the tour price
30 days up: No charge

  • E- Visa.
  • Hotel in twin/triple sharing room basis with daily breakfast
  • Transfer by air-conditioned bus as itinerary
  • Meals as indicated: 07 Breakfasts /05 Lunches /02 Dinner/01 Brunch as program
  • Complimentary Mineral Water on tour (01 bottle / pax / day)
  • Entrance fees, boat trips and excursions

Excellent English speaking guide for group tour

  • Travel Insurance
  • International air tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping for tour guide and driver
  • Others not mentioned nor specified above
  • Domestic flights Hanoi – Danang and Danang – Ho Chi Minh
  • Surcharge for holidays: 2 Sept, 24 Dec – Christmas, 31 Dec, 27 Jan -1 Feb 2025

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Starting from ₹42,316 /per person without airfare

PaxPrice/adult
143,316 (₹)
243,116 (₹)
342,916 (₹)
442,716 (₹)
542,516 (₹)
642,316 (₹)
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Additional information
Destination

Da Nang, Ha Noi, Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Ninh Binh

Duration

8 Days

Start From

Hanoi