Vietnam Tapestry

HanoiDanangSaigon

Hanoi

2 Nights

Day 01

Morning – Evening

Arrival in Hanoi – Half-day City Tour

**Where**: Hanoi (Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple) Arrive at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport, where your local guide warmly welcomes you. Transfer to a cozy downtown hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, begin a half-day city tour at Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi’s cultural heart for events and demonstrations. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum (exterior view, closes in the afternoon), house-on-stilts, fishpond, and the iconic One-Pillar Pagoda. Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university from 1070, rich with history. Enjoy a 1-hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, known as the “Sword” Lake, visiting Ngoc Son Temple’s red bridge and browsing Dong Xuan Market’s vibrant stalls. Return to your hotel for a restful overnight stay in Hanoi. **Meals Included:** None | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Hanoi

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Day 02

Morning – Evening

Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Tam Coc & Hoa Lu

**Where**: Ninh Binh (Tam Coc, Hoa Lu, Bich Dong Pagoda) After a hearty breakfast, drive 90km south to Ninh Binh, known as “Halong Bay on Land.” Board a scenic boat ride through Tam Coc’s emerald rivers, framed by limestone karsts and paddy fields, perfect for serene exploration. Enjoy a local lunch at a riverside restaurant, then visit Hoa Lu, the 10th-century royal capital, marveling at the Dinh and Le temples’ intricate wooden reliefs. Conclude at Bich Dong Pagoda, a tranquil cave temple, and climb Mua Cave’s viewpoint for panoramic vistas. Return to Hanoi by late afternoon for a restful overnight stay. **Meals Included:** Breakfast, Lunch | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Hanoi

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Breakfast · Lunch included

Day 03

Morning – Evening

Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight Cruise

**Where**: Halong Bay (Sung Sot Cave, UNESCO World Heritage Site) Savor a hearty breakfast, check out, and drive 3 hours through the Red River Delta’s lush fields to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board an overnight cruise at Tuan Chau Marina, sailing through emerald waters dotted with limestone karsts. After lunch onboard, visit Sung Sot Cave, famed for its stunning stalactites. Enjoy kayaking or swimming near floating villages and sip sunset cocktails on the deck. Join a cooking demonstration before dinner. Evening activities include onboard entertainment or relaxation. Overnight stay in a twin-sharing cabin on the cruise. **Meals Included:** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | **Accommodation:** Halong Bay Cruise (Twin-Sharing Cabin)

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner included

Danang

3 Nights

Day 04

Morning – Evening

Halong Bay – Hanoi – Danang

**Where**: Halong Bay, Hanoi, Danang Wake to a mesmerizing sunrise over Halong Bay’s islets, known as the “Eastern Sea.” After breakfast, cruise past unique formations like Sail Island or Turtle Islet. Enjoy brunch onboard, then disembark and transfer to Hanoi’s airport (no guide) for your flight to Danang, a coastal haven. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in (typically 14:00–15:00). Spend the evening at leisure, exploring Son Tra Peninsula’s greenery or Danang’s local coffee culture. Overnight stay in Danang. **Meals Included:** Breakfast, Brunch | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Danang

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Breakfast included

Day 05

Morning – Evening

Danang – Bana Hills – Golden Hands Bridge

**Where**: Bana Hills (Golden Hands Bridge, Funicular, Fantasy Park, French Village) After a hearty breakfast, journey to Bana Hills, a French hill station at 1,487 meters. Ascend via a scenic cable car to walk the Golden Hands Bridge, its golden arcs held by giant stone hands, often misty in August. Ride the funicular to explore Fantasy Park’s thrilling rides, Linh Ung Pagoda’s towering Buddha, and the French Village’s charming streets. Stroll Le Jardin D’Amour gardens for serene moments. Descend by cable car and return to Danang for a restful overnight stay. **Meals Included:** Breakfast | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Danang

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Breakfast included

Day 06

Morning – Evening

Danang – Hoi An – Ancient Town & Boat Ride

**Where**: Hoi An (Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky House, Thu Bon River) Savor a hearty breakfast, then travel to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its 15th–19th-century trading port. Explore the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge and visit Tan Ky House, a preserved 18th-century merchant home. Join a lantern-making workshop to craft a colorful keepsake. In the evening, enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Thu Bon River, releasing lanterns for a magical experience. Return to Danang for a tranquil overnight stay. **Meals Included:** Breakfast | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Danang

Breakfast included

Overnight TransferDanang → Saigon

Saigon

2 Nights

Day 07

Morning – Evening

Danang – Saigon

**Where**: Saigon After a hearty breakfast, check out and transfer to Danang’s airport (no guide) for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, known as Saigon. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your downtown hotel. Explore saigon at leasure and indulge in the vibrant nightlife of this amazing city. **Meals Included:** Breakfast | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Saigon

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Breakfast included

Day 08

Morning – Evening

Saigon – City Tour

**Where**: Saigon (War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, Nguyen Hue Walking Street) Embark on a city tour visiting the War Remnants Museum, showcasing Vietnam’s wartime history. Explore the Reunification Palace, a 1975 landmark, then view the Notre Dame Cathedral (exterior, built 1877–1883) and Gustave Eiffel’s Central Post Office. Stroll Nguyen Hue Walking Street and shop at Ben Thanh Market for souvenirs. Overnight stay in Saigon. **Meals Included:** Breakfast | **Accommodation:** Hotel in Saigon

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Breakfast included

Day 09

Morning – Evening

Half-day Cu Chi Tunnels – Departure

**Where**: Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon Savor a hearty breakfast, then drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200km underground network pivotal in the Vietnam War. Watch an introductory video, explore trapdoors, field hospitals, and wartime exhibits, with an optional short tunnel crawl. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then return to Saigon for leisure time. Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (no guide) for your departure flight, carrying memories of Hanoi’s cultural vibrancy, Ninh Binh’s serene rivers, Halong Bay’s karsts, Hoi An’s ancient charm, and Saigon’s dynamic energy. **Meals Included:** Breakfast, Lunch | **Accommodation:** None

Breakfast · Lunch included

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