Vietnam 10 days

Discover the wonders of Vietnam as you enjoy your cruise through the ocean, interact with locals in the countryside, go island hopping, visit the historical monuments, try Vietnamese cuisine, or indulge in a shopping spree at the traditional markets, giving you a number of opportunities to have once in a lifetime.

Home to eclectic nature in the form of massive cliffs, green grasslands, and rich history and culture, Vietnam has grown into one of the best locations to visit in South East Asia. Offering you a chance to experience the best of nature, the 10 days Vietnam package will take you to three significant cities in Vietnam, where you will get an opportunity to visit the iconic landmarks and indulge in magical and fun-filled experiences.

Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi | Explore the capital city

Hanoi

• Upon reaching Hanoi, complete the immigration and visa-on-arrival process at the airport.
• Meet our representative at the airport and board your transfers to reach the pre-booked hotel.
• Complete the check-in procedure at the hotel and rest for some time.
• The rest of the day is at your leisure.
• You can choose to explore around on your own and visit the Hoan Kiem lake which is a symbol of Hanoi and is also called the Sword Lake, followed by a visit to the Ngoc Son temple and the Huc Bridge which are located on the same premises.
• Take photo stops at St. Joseph cathedral, Hang Ngang – Hang Dao “clothes” street, Hang Dau “shoe” street, Hang Gai “painting” streets.
• You can also sit and admire the shades of the sunset from the Cafe apartment - a unique old apartment building turned into cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy your Vietnamese-style coffee.
• You can also visit the Bến Thành market - Vietnam’s best shopping center to indulge in a shopping spree.
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Day Excursion to Ninh Binh province | Take a boat ride through a series of Limestone caves

Ninh Bình

• Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel and get ready to start your day. (Pickup: 8 am).
• Board your transfers to Ninh Binh province which is blessed with rich natural landscapes.
• Around 10:30 am you will reach Hoa Lu, an Ancient Capital of the Dinh dynasty (968 - 1009); after which 29 years later King Ly Thai of the Le Dynasty moved the capital to Thang Long - present-day Hanoi.
• Visit the age-old temples that have been built on the grounds of the old royal palace to know more about the feudal dynasties and the historical periods in Vietnamese history.
• In the afternoon, have your lunch and get transferred to Tam Coc.
• Walk to the boat station and start a boat trip to Tam Coc, popularly known as “Halong Bay on land”,
• This boat ride on the Ngo Dong river will take you through the peaceful scenery of the Limestone Mountains, rice paddies, and magnificent temples.
• On the way pass through a series of 3 caves which are named Hang Ca (first cave), Hang Hai (second cave), and Hang Ba (third cave).
• Upon completing the boat ride, cycle for an hour on quiet roads through villages, rice fields, rivers, and rocky outcrops in Tam Coc - Bich Dong (around 5 km)
• Later, drive back to the hotel in Hanoi for an overnight stay.

Day 3 : Hanoi to Halong Bay | Understand the lifestyle of Vietnamese Fishermen

Hạ Long Bay

• Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel and begin your journey to Halong Bay.
• This journey will take you through the Red River Delta where you can see the everyday life of the Vietnamese Villagers.
• Upon arriving at Halong, you will board your cruise from Taun Chau harbor.
• Embark on your cruise journey followed by a safety briefing by the crew members and a welcome drink.
• Enjoy delicious Vietnamese Lunch while you cruise through the azure ocean waters dotted with beautiful islets and archipelagos.
• Take a short stopover at Ti Top Island where you can spend some time swimming by the crescent-shaped beach or trek to the top of the island to get panoramic views of Halong Bay.
• Later, visit the Pearl Farm Village to get an insight into pearl farming in the bay.
• Spend some time kayaking in the ocean along the beautiful archipelagos and then return back to the cruise.
• You can choose to attend our chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
• Spend the rest of the evening on the sundeck of your cruise and admire the colors of the sunset painting the sky.
• Have a delicious dinner on board and call it a day.
• Overnight stay in the cruise at Halong Bay.

Day 4 : Halong Bay to Hanoi | Take a flight to Da Nang

Da Nang

• Start your day early by attending a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
• Have some light breakfast onboard to energize yourself for today's adventure.
• Your first activity for the day will be a guided tour of the Surprise Caves, which will lure you to their natural beauty.
• On this tour, understand the legend associated with the Sung Sot Cave which is the biggest cave in Halong Bay and houses extraordinary limestone structures.
• Later, return back to the cruise and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese brunch that will be served on board.
• Spend the rest of the time at leisure until you reach back on the coast of Hanoi.
• Disembark on the cruise at Taun Chan Bay and board your transfer that will take you to Noi Bai Airport.
• Board your flight to Da Nang - a town in central Vietnam famous for its beaches and bridges.
• Upon reaching Da Nang, meet our representative who will help in your transfer to your hotel.
• Overnight stay at the hotel in Da Nang.

Day 5 : Explore the Ba Na Hills | Take a walk on the iconic On Hands Bridge

Da Nang

• Wake up and have a hearty breakfast to energize yourself for an exciting day on this Vietnam tour (Pickup - 8 am).
• Get ready and board the transfer that will take you to Ba Na Hills (literally translates to - King Mountain).
• Reach Ba Na Hills approx. by 10:30 am and stop at Suoi Mo Cable Car Station
• Admire the high rolling hills with the most modem cable car system in Southeast Asia.
• Reach the Marseille Station and explore the 150-meter-long GOLDEN BRIDGE to take some pictures at the place where travel bloggers around the world are praising it that being as majestic and impressive as a scene in “Game of Thrones” or “ The Lords of the Rings”
• Take a walk on this beautiful bridge situated at a height of 1400M, between a sea of clouds supported by giant hands.
• Later, take a short stopover at Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love) which are 9 gardens with 9 amusing tales in 9 varying architectures, which harmonize so well in a visual sonata of beauty.
• Visit a French Vine cellar and Linh Ung pagoda to see a mesmerizing panorama of Da Nang city.
• Have lunch at a Vietnamese buffet restaurant with over 70 Vietnamese culinary items to spoil you all for choice definitely.
• After lunch is your free time to explore and play games at Fantasy Park - a perfect tourist attraction for an entire family as well as to explore King Peak and get varied vistas of Hana Hills and Quang Nam.
• After admiring the views and capturing the memories, start your journey back to Da Nang via cable car.
• Return back for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 : Da Nang to Phu Quoc | Travel to the emrald Vietnamese Island

Phú Quốc

• Post breakfast at the hotel, spend some time at leisure wherein you can explore the beaches of Da Nang.
• Later, get transferred to the airport from where you will board a 2-hour flight to Phu Quoc Island.
• Phu Quoc island is a mountainous and densely forested island off the coast of Cambodia in the Thailand gulf and is the largest island in Vietnam.
• Upon arrival in Phu Quoc, get transferred to your hotel.
• Overnight stay at the hotel in Phu Quoc.

Day 7 : Day at Leisure in Phu Quoc | Explore the gems of this island

Phú Quốc

• After having a hearty breakfast in the hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure wherein you can explore this island on your own.
• You can rent a motorbike to explore the beaches and beautiful waterfalls around.
• You can also visit the Phu Quoc jail that was used during the American War.
• You can also simply sit and relax by the beautiful white sand beaches and the adjacent beach clubs while sipping your favorite drink.
• You can indulge yourself in some adventure activities like snorkeling and scuba diving at Sao beach famous for its corals and starfish sightings.
• You can also embark on the Phu Quoc cable car which is one of a kind as it takes you to another island called Hom Thom over the ocean.
• You can also visit the nearby fishing village and participate in fishing activities.
• Watch a beautiful sunset at the beach and then you can head to Phu Quoc night market.
• You can have your dinner at the night market from a variety of dishes to choose from like seafood, pancakes, traditional dishes, ice creams, etc.
• You can also indulge in a shopping spree here and collect souvenirs for your loved ones.
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Phu Quoc.

Day 8 : Phu Quoc to Ho Chi Minh | Experience the nightlife of Ho Chi Minh

Ho Chi Minh City

• Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel and board your transfer to Phu Quoc airport.
• Upon reaching Phu Quoc airport, board your flight to Ho Chi Minh, a city in South Vietnam (1-hour flight).
• Upon reaching the Ho Chi Minh airport, get picked up by a representative at your pre-booked hotel.
• Complete the check-in procedure at the hotel and rest for some time.
• The rest of the day is at leisure wherein you can choose to walk around and explore the bustling nightlife of Ho Chi Minh City.
• You can choose to visit the nightclubs or go to one of the city's rooftop bars and pubs to watch a stunning view of the skyline illuminated with city lights.
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 9 : Mekong Delta Tour | Experience the countryside life of Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City

• Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel and get ready by around 8 to 8:30 am to begin an interesting day of this tour.
• Board your transfer to My Tho city, after which you will be starting the one-and-a-half-hour bus ride that will take you through the lush green landscapes of the rice paddies.
• Upon reaching My Tho city, visit the Vinh Trang pagoda, the biggest pagoda in the Mekong delta.
• Later, embark on a boat ride along the Mekong River as it is the only means of transportation to explore this region.
• Watch the fisherman fishing using the fish cages from their unique floating houses on the river.
• Proceed to Tortoise islet to re-energize yourself by having a special Vietnamese lunch prepared by the locals in a natural setting under the shade of the trees.
• Later, continuing your boat ride, visit An Khanh – a less touristy attraction in Ben Tre.
• Take a short stopover to listen to Vietnamese traditional music as performed by the villagers (Đàn Ca Tài Tử – A folk art form from Southern Vietnam accredited by UNESCO in 2013 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity).
• The boat will further take you through a small canal to one of the two islands in the region famous for producing local specialties like coconut candy, coconut handicrafts, etc made by the local families.
• You can also visit the bee farms to try the freshly made honey and taste the honey wine.
• The rest of the time is at leisure for you to relax and take walk around.
• Later, start your journey back to Ho Chi Minh and where you can spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 : Departure | Bid Adieu with a bag of memories

• After having a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel and board your transfer to the airport.
• Your amazing Vietnam Tour ends as you get dropped at the airport.

• Marvel at the beautiful limestone structures over the azure blue waters in the Halong Bay - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Walk above the mist-laden mountains on the golden bridge that was built to evoke the image of God’s hands pulling a strip of gold out of the land
• Treat your taste buds with the delicious Vietnamese cuisine made by the locals on your visit to the Mekong Delta
• Explore Phu Quoc, an ‘emerald island’ of white powder beaches, turquoise waters, palm tree forests, mountains, and waterfalls
• Get captivated in the magical land of the Ninh Binh province which has an extravagant natural landscape with rivers, rice paddies and limestone caves