TOUR Itinerary
On arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour manager in Ho Chi Minh and transferred to the hotel for early check in and breakfast.
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly named Saigon, is the largest city and economic center of Vietnam, always bustling with activities of modern life. It is where businesses converge and shoppers indulge themselves into unlimited choices.
After freshening up at the hotel, proceed for a tour of Cu Chi Tunnels. The Cu Chi Tunnels were a major underground hideout and resistance base of Viet Cong forces during the two wars against the French and later on Americans. The tunnels are entirely hand-dug, formed a highly intricate network of interlinked multilevel passageways at times stretched as far as the Cambodian border and totaling over 120 km in length. Its complexity was beyond imagination containing meeting rooms, kitchens, wells, clinics, schools, depots, trenches and emergency exits all aimed for guerrilla warfare.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Breakfast Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport to board a flight to Phu Quoc. Upon arrival, enjoy a short city tour.
We shall start the tour with a visit to a Pearl Farm. Pearl farming is a major economic activity in Phu Quoc, generating income for local communities and contributing to the overall economy of the island. During the tour, get insights into the intricate methods of cultivating pearls, from seeding oysters to harvesting the pearls. Next, we will visit the Coconut Tree Prison which was built by French colonialists and later used by Americans during the Vietnam War. It served as a detention center for political prisoners, articularly those who were involved in the struggle for Vietnamese independence. It is named after the coconut trees that once surrounded the facility.
After the tour, proceed to your sea-side resort and check-in. Rest of the day has been kept free for your leisure to enjoy the famous beaches of Phu Quoc.
Overnight stay at the resort in Phu Quoc.
Breakfast Included
After breakfast at hotel, we shall proceed for the three island boat tour from Phu Quoc.
The Three Islands tour begins with a visit to Gam Ghi Island where you can enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the clear turquoise waters, providing excellent visibility for snorkelers. Glimpse at the underwater world, including hard and soft corals in various colors, and beautiful fishes. Next, we will visit May Rut Trong Island which is another idyllic island known for its pristine beaches and clear waters. At the beach’s white sand lagoon, you can simply laze around or enjoy fun water sport activities.
Finally, we shall visit the third island, Hon Thom Island, where we visit Aquatopia Water Park. Inaugurated in 2018, it is the newest attraction of Vietnam built by the same company that has built the BaNa Hills theme park. Enjoy cable car ride, that transport you to the unspoiled realm of Hon Thom – its picuresque beaches, enchanting beach sports and fascinating circus shows. The huge waterpark with 6 different themed zones can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Afterwards, return to the resort for overnight stay in Phu Quoc.
Breakfast and Lunch Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to airport to catch a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, check in at our hotel there.
Da Nang is a coastal city located in central Vietnam. It is the fifth largest city in the country and is known for its beautiful beaches, historical landmarks, and modern amenities. The city was once a major center for American military operations during the Vietnam War, but today it is a popular tourist destination for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and outdoor activities.
Rest of the day is free for you to spend time at Da Nang’s world famous beaches. Visit My Khe Beach and relax on it’s beautiful sandy shores. Known for its clear blue waters and pristine stretches of sand, My Khe Beach is a great spot for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying water sports like surfing and jet skiing.
Overnight stay at hotel in Da Nang.
Breakfast Included
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour at Ba Na Hills. The journey from Danang to Bana Hills takes approximately one hour by car.
Upon arrival at the cable car station, visitors can take a breath-taking cable car ride that offers stunning views of the lush green forest and rolling hills below. The Cable car has which achieved two Guinness World Records in 2009 for being the longest (5,042m) and highest (1,292m) non-stop cable car.
Once at the top, you can explore the various attractions that Sun World Bana Hills has to offer. Some of the popular tourist attractions include the Golden Bridge, which is a unique bridge that looks like it’s held up by two giant hands, the Le Jardin flower garden, and the Fantasy Park, which is a theme park with thrilling rides and attractions. You can also take a stroll through the Bana Hills village and experience the local culture, visit the Bana Hills Market to buy souvenirs and sample local delicacies, or simply relax and enjoy the scenic views from the top of the hills. Afterwards, drive back to DaNang.
Overnight stay at hotel in Danang.
Breakfast and Lunch Included
After breakfast at the hotel, morning is free for you to explore DaNang on your own. In the afternoon, proceed for a tour of Marble mountains and Hoi An.
Marble Mountains are a cluster of five limestone and marble hills located just outside the Danang. These mountains are known for their natural beauty, spiritual significance, and the presence of ancient Buddhist sanctuaries. The tour starts with a visit to a Stone Carving Village located at the foot of Marble Moutnains. You will have a chance to explore a local craft village and watch skilful carvers creating their beautiful sculptures. Next, We will take an elevator to the top of the water mountain to discover hidden caves – Tang Chon cave and the oldest Linh Ung Pagoda in Danang.
Afterwards, proceed for a tour of the ancient town of Hoi An. The tour includes visit to the iconic 400-year-old Japanese Bridge with a small temple attached to one side. Next, see the 200-year-old Tan Ky House typifying an ancient Chinese merchant residence and the Ong Temple built in 1653 by Chinese settlers to worship an ancient Chinese general whose character stands for loyalty, bravery and justice and the local market vibrant with colours and activities. past. The rest of the day is free at leisure to enjoy the shopping in Hoi An – a paradise for silk and leather clothing and accessories. During the return journey to Da Nang, see the famous Dragon Bridge.
Overnight stay at DaNang.
Breakfast and Dinner Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to airport to catch a flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, check in at our hotel there.
Hanoi or “River-bound City” as its name literally means is Vietnam’s capital with a thousand-year-old history dating back to 1010. The city’s fascinating beauty which is characterized by unique cultural relics, ancient streets of antique houses, elegant French colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and romantic lakes has made it one of the most charming cities of Asia.
Late afternoon, see the most popular sights of Hanoi on a sightseein tour. take a half day tour to visit the Temple of Literature, known as the first university of Vietnam built in 1070 by the Ly Dynasty to honor Confucius, sages and outstanding Vietnamese scholars. Pass by Ho Chi Minh Complex which features the life of Ho Chi Minh, the nation’s founder.Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple located on an islet in the lake. Hoan Kiem Lake is the center point of Hanoi and home to a rare endangered giant turtle species. Its name “Returned Sword” comes from a legend of a sacred sword being lent to an ancient Vietnamese King by a holy turtle from the lake and later returned to the turtle.
Overnight stay at Hanoi.
Breakfast Included
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Ninh Binh.
Ninh Binh was the site of the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries. The landscape is characterized by towering limestone mountains, lush greenery, and serene waterways. The tour begins with a visit to Mua Cave and climb to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain to see the stunning panorama of the mountains and valley. The view here is breath-taking. On the two sides of the stairs are elaborate stone carvings with dragons or phoenixes carved into the image of Tran art, very sharp and beautiful.
Afterwards, we shall visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital which was the capital of an ancient Vietnamese Kingdom called Dai Co Viet in the 10th century. This small Kingdom was protected by a citadel and limestone hills against the Chinese. Here we shall visit the 17th century temple, modelled after its 11th-century original temple – Dinh Tien Hoang Temple, dedicated to the founder of the Dinh Dynasty and its successor.
Finally, we board a boat to visit Tam Coc Cave. Tam Coc literally translates to Three Caves and includes Ca Cave, Hai Cave and Ba Cave. We will transfer to small bamboo boats and glide over the river from the village of Ván Lám, through rice fields and limestone karsts, through the caves, and back. As you go down into the caves, you will be rewarded by views of beautiful stalactites scuptures beginning from the ceiling of the cave and dripping down like magical pearls. Feel the cool and fresh air filled with the fragrance of the internal wind.
After the tour, return to the hotel in Hanoi for overnight stay.
Breakfast and Lunch Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the Tuan Chau harbour where you check-in at your cruise.
As your cruise ship departs from the harbour, discover Halong Bay – natural wonders of the world. Have lunch with special foods while cruising through famous sights – Ba Hang fishing village, Dinh Huong island, Cho Da islet, etc.
Head to Dark and Bright Cave, the ideal place to admire the beauty of Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak. Please enjoy a nice swim in the green emerald water here. Once you are back onboard, you can enjoy the Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.
Overnight stay on cruise in Ha Long Bay.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
In the morning, refresh your body and mind with a Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck at the break of dawn. Have tea and coffee onboard and continue exploring Ha Long Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights.
In the morning, refresh your body and mind with a Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck at the break of dawn. Have tea and coffee onboard and continue exploring Ha Long Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights.
After breakfast, You can join the tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere. It takes 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to Trung Trang – one of the most impressive caves in Cat Ba island, Vietnam. The limestone cave has thousands of talactites in various shapes, offering geological values with a typical cave ecosystem.
Afterwards, enjoy brunch and check out from the cruise. Disembark from the cruise and transfer to airport to catch your flight back to India. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Vietnam tour organized by State Express Global Voyages, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.
Breakfast and Brunch Included
