Day 1Arrival Hanoi

Arrive at Hanoi international airport, you will transferred to hotel check in at hotel. Proceed to city tour from Temple of Literature, the 1st university in Vietnam then continue to Ba Dinh Square – the biggest square in Hanoi where all biggest cultural, political events of the cities for taking photos of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside). Later have an overall view of the capital by a “cyclo” visit, which will start around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, stop at Ngoc Son Temple located on the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake). Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2Hanoi – Tam Coc – Hoa Lu – Hanoi

Today you will proceed to south of Hanoi will lead you to Ninh Binh, the site of the one capital city of ancient Vietnam before Hanoi took its leading role in 11th century. The area is featured by lots of well-known sceneries, which include Tam Coc Caves and Hoa Lu ancient capital with the old temples dedicated to King Dinh & King Le reigned in 10th century. The visit in Ninh Binh starts by a boat trip in Tam Coc where spectacular limestone karsts jut out from the green paddy fields reminding about Guilin (China) and Halong Bay of Vietnam, which gives this scenery the name “Halong-bay-on-land”. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi. (B/L)

Day 3Hanoi – Halong

Today you will proceed to Halong Bay, the pride of the Gulf of Tonkin, a Natural World Heritage as designated by UNESCO in 1994. Upon arrival in Halong, we will take a big boat to cruise the Bay to discover the magnificent beauty of this “Descending-dragon” bay, created by thousands odd-shaped limestone rocks and Small island grottoes. After a lunch on board, we can visit the grotto, stop for swimming or kayaking, passing floating villages and approach islets to enjoy their beauty in close distance. Back to the boat for dinner. Evening attend activities on the boat or relax at your own leisure. Overnight on the boat. (B/L/D)

Day 4Halong – Hanoi – Saigon

Today proceed to Hanoi. Back to the Wharf of Halong passing the most densely area with many islands that have been named like the Cock-Fighting Rock, Sail Island, Incense burner rock or Sea Dog Rock. Return to Hanoi at around evening then transfer to the airport for a flight to Saigon. Welcome at the airport then transfered to the hotel for check-in. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B)

Day 5Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon

Today proceed to Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, embark on the boat cruising on the mighty Mekong River. We stop at one of 4 island in the area for sightseeing. After that you will embark on the small boats rowed the local people through the small cannels. There you will taste the honey tea and see the local people produce the coconut candy milk and of course you also can try it or stroll in the garden where the locals feed honeybee. After that enjoy the horse-cart trip through the tranquil road of the village. Evening, drive back to Saigon with stop to visit Vinh Trang pagoda, a famous pogoda in the area that its architecture is a mix of Chinese, Cambodian, and French culture. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B/L)

Day 6Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels

Today you will visit Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the few remaining monuments to the Vietnam War. You even can try to crawl the tunnel underground to have the real experience. Evening back to Saigon and proceed for shopping in the downtown where you can choose many lovely stuff at the very reasonable price. A few places to be mentioned to visit during your shopping is Ben Thanh Market – the center and typical market of Saigon, Saigon Square where is a few minutes walking from Ben Thanh Market, An Dong Plaza and its nearby Market or Diamond Plaza if you are seeking the high qualified and brand name goods. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B)

Day 7Depart Saigon

This morning you will be transfer to airport for the flight back home or your next destination. (B)