Day 1

Arrive at Hanoi International Airport and receive a warm welcome from your local team. Transfer to your conveniently located hotel in the old quarter. After settling in, join fellow travellers for an introduction to Vietnamese cuisine at a lively courtyard restaurant. Taste renowned street food and enjoy a leisurely walk back to the hotel.

Day 2

Start your day with an exciting urban exploration in Hanoi. A guided walking tour takes you through tree-lined avenues, bustling markets, and iconic sites like the Hanoi railway and the Temple of Literature. Later, embark on an electric buggy adventure, passing landmarks such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Phan Dinh Phung Avenue, and Hoan Kiem Lake. Enjoy free time in the afternoon or attend a traditional water puppet show.

Day 3

Travel across the Red River Delta to Tuan Chau Marina for a 2-night cruise in Ha Long Bay. Relish a delicious lunch while surrounded by stunning limestone formations. Spend the afternoon relaxing, sunbathing, and exploring caves. Enjoy sunset views, an aperitif, and a cooking demonstration before retiring to your cabin.

Day 4

Begin the day with Tai Chi and breakfast as you cruise to Ha Long Bay’s centre. Explore Sung Sot Cave, known for its mesmerizing stalactites and stalagmites. Enjoy a brunch buffet while cruising back to the port. Disembark and transfer to Hanoi’s airport for your flight to Hue. Check in to your hotel in the Citadel.

Day 5

Embark on a walk through the Purple Forbidden City, followed by a rickshaw ride around the Imperial City. Visit Kim Long Village for a meal at a family-run eatery. In the afternoon, drive to Hoi An via the scenic Hai Van Pass. Arrive in the ancient town of Hoi An and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 6

Spend the day at your leisure in Hoi An, exploring the town, relaxing at the beach, or choosing from optional activities. Opt for a guided orientation walk, visit a rhum distillery, go snorkelling in the Cham Islands, or embark on a cycling and kayaking adventure in the picturesque countryside.

Day 7

Arrive at the airport in Danang early in the morning to take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you have the choice of exploring District 1, which is home to many historical buildings from the colonial era, or going on an optional tour to the renowned Cu Chi tunnels, an astonishing network of tunnels beneath the ground used during the Vietnam War.

Day 8

Explore or go on optional excursions in Ho Chi Minh City. Spend the day at leisure shopping, exploring the city more, or going on extra excursions. To fully feel the lively spirit of the city, pick from several experiences, such as a trip to the Mekong Delta, a walking tour through Saigon’s lesser-known neighbourhoods, or an adrenaline scooter sightseeing tour.

Day 9

Your journey concludes with a leisurely morning, providing time to explore further or relax. Later, you’ll be transferred to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Vietnam adventure.