Vietnam Uncovered: 11-Day Journey

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

• From Noi Bai Airport to hotel (35 km; 45 mins).
• Leisure time to explore Hanoi, a city of contrasts.
• Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi Full Day City Tour & Water Puppet Show

• Morning: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Temple of Literature.
• Museum Options: Vietnam Women’s Museum or Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
• Afternoon: Explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Old Quarter.
• Evening: Enjoy a water puppet show.
  Overnight in Hanoi.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 3: Hanoi to Ninh Binh (Tam Coc)

• Drive to Ninh Binh (110 km; 2 hrs).
• Sampan boat trip through rice fields and caves, followed by a bike ride to Bich Dong Pagoda.
• Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 4: Hanoi to Halong Bay

• From Hanoi to Halong (160 km; 2.5 hrs).
• Board a boat for a cruise, enjoy lunch, and explore the bay’s stunning landscapes.
  Overnight on Halong Bay.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Day 5: Halong Bay to Hoi An

• Disembark and drive to Noi Bai Airport (160 km; 3 hrs) for a flight to Danang.
• Transfer: From Danang to Hoi An (30 km; 1 hr).
• Activities: Leisure time in Hoi An.
  Overnight in Hoi An.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 6: Hoi An Exploration

• Morning: Half-day tour of Hoi An’s ancient town, including the Japanese Bridge and local healing arts.
• Afternoon: Leisure time.
  Overnight in Hoi An.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 7: Hoi An to Hue

• Transfer: Drive to Hue (150 km; 3 hrs) via Hai Van Pass for scenic views.
• Activities: Leisure time upon arrival in Hue.
  Overnight in Hue.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 8: Hue Full Day Tour

• Morning: Visit the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda.
• Afternoon Options: Visit tombs of emperors Minh Mang or Tu Duc, and explore An Dinh Palace.
• Return to hotel or next destination.
  Overnight in Hue.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 9: Hue to Ho Chi Minh City

• Transfer: Fly from Hue to Ho Chi Minh City (30 mins).
• Afternoon Activities:
  • Walking tour of the historic city center: City Hall, Dong Khoi Street, Continental Hotel, Saigon Opera House.
  • Visit a creative hub with local shops and cafes.
  • Stop by the Central Post Office and view the former CIA building.
  • Explore 30 April Park and the Reunification Palace.
  • Finish at Ben Thanh Market for local shopping.
• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta

• Transfer: Drive to Ben Tre (100 km; 2.5 hrs).
• Activities:
  • Board a local boat to explore the Delta.
  • Visit a brick kiln and a coconut workshop.
  • Experience coconut candy making and enjoy local fruits.
  • Optional bike ride or motor-tricycle ride through the area.
  • Lunch at a riverside restaurant featuring Mekong specialties.
  • Sampan boat trip through small canals.
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.
  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 11: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City

• Activities: Leisure time until transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your onward flight.
  Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast