Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam, one of Asia’s most enchanting cities with full of culture and history. You will be greeted by your driver at Noi Bai International Airport, then, transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Ha Noi

On this day, you will start your journey with a visit to the coast of Halong Bay. Embark on a beautifully crafted wooden junk for an overnight cruise in the legendary seascape. Once on board, you will be served a delicious seafood-based lunch, while the limestone rocks set the decor. In the afternoon, reach a less traveled area and devote yourselves to relaxation, sunbathing, and a visit to a cave before ending the day on the sundeck while the sun sets.Enjoy an aperitif or attend a cooking demonstration before dinner. Overnight in a comfortable private cabin with attached bathroom.

Note: Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be canceled due to poor weather.

In the morning, traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta. Upon arrival in Ben Tre, take a boat ride on the river. Stop at brickwork to see how bricks are made the traditional way - brick is molded from clay, arranged inside a kiln and became brown after baking. Next visit coconut processing workshops located along the canal and the boat ride turns on Natural Scissors Creeks where the canal looks narrower as it flows towards the village.

Take a short walk to a family workshop run by women making sleeping mats and where they can be seen enjoying fruits and tea, while guests can chat with local people to get to know more about their rural life. Next, ride a motor cart or bike on the shady road, passing endless rice fields and vegetable plains that the local farmers toil every day. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Ben Tre.

In the afternoon, enjoy a rowboat ride along Water Palm Creek. Then head out to Can Tho, where you will spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Can Tho, Vietnam
Meals: Breakfast

One of the most special experiences for travelers in Vietnam is watching the sunrise over Halong Bay. Rise early to watch this spectacular and peaceful scene. After breakfast, we continue to cruise through the bay for visiting Sung Sot, a beautiful cave but also an archaeological site. Enjoy a brunch on board before we arrive at the wharf in the late morning and return to the dock, where you will be met and transferred to the airport for the flight to Hue.Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Overnight: Hue
Meals: Brunch

Today you will get an insider’s point of view to the last feudal capital of Vietnam. Your first stop is a visit to Imperial Citadel, the best-preserved remnant of the vast citadel and royal quarters that once existed on the site. Afterward, you will head to a place of worship and historical treasure presenting an insight look into Vietnam's spiritual heritage, Thien Mu Pagoda. Take a leisure boat ride in the enchanting Perfume River surrounded by the stunning lush landscapes. Enjoy lunch with delicious Hue’s specialties in a garden house.

In the afternoon, continue by road to the south until you reach the ancient town of Hoi An. Passing the scenic Hai Van Pass with breathtaking view from the top: north over Lang Co Beach and south over Da Nang. A remarkable scenery, for the route hugs the coastline of the East Sea before winding up the spectacular Hai Van Pass.

Overnight: Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast 

Set off on a day tour of Cam Thanh rural life. You’ll first cycle through picturesque villages where life moves at a slower pace to the village pier where we change to bamboo basket boats – a unique way of locals to have a closer look at the ecosystem of mangrove forests and daily work of the village fisherman. Continue tro Tra Que Village where you will learn about vegetable farming and witness the farming activities. Afterward, head out to the home of a craftsman where you will get a brief introduction to the history, shape, and color of the lanterns, as well as the stages of making them. The craftsman will show you how to decorate and instruct you in making your own Hoi An lantern.Continue tro Tra Que Village where you will learn about vegetable farming and witness the farming activities. Light lunch with Hoi An’s specialties, “banh mi” and “cao lau”.

In this afternoon, take a leisurely walking tour in the Old Town of Hoi An to visit spots that create Hoi An’s reputation from Chinese Assembly Hall to the typical hundred-year-old ancient house and the authentic local market.

Note: No farming activities in Tra Que, just visit & briefing
 

Overnight: Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Transfer back to Da Nang this morning for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

This afternoon, you will take a digestive walk around the colonial buildings of District 1. Start at the Reunification Palace, built on the site of the former Norodom Palace, Reunification Palace was the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. It witnessed the end of the Vietnam War during the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, when a North Vietnamese Army tank crashed through its gates. Today, this building is a museum and sometimes a venue for official receptions. Then, continue the walking tour following writer Graham Greene’s footsteps. The Saigon Post Office, which was constructed in classic French colonial style between 1866 and 1891 is still a functioning post office today. The interior is well worth a visit, with huge ceilings, a giant portrait of Uncle Ho, and many beautiful details. The entrance is flanked by statues symbolizing the contributions of the post office’s staff in the wartime and present day, which were erected in 1998 on the city's 300th anniversary. Thereafter, you will proceed with passing the French colonial era buildings such as City Hall, Hotel Continental Saigon, Municipal Theatre before enjoying a drink at unique stop: an old apartment building converted to hipster cafes and boutiques.

Overnight: Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast

Today’s journey will start with a transfer to Cai Be in the Mekong Delta. You will come to Tan Phong island for biking or walking on village paths to see the local daily life: orchard, school, church, pagoda, traditional houses.On the way, make some stops to see how locals wave the dried water-hyacinth to make many products: baskets, bags, hats, wallets, shoes... before stopping at the local garden to enjoy some cups of tea when listening to the traditional music. Then, the rowing boat will take you deeper into the countryside on smaller canals to relish the peaceful time in this area. Check in at a local homestay in the afternoon and have a biking trip around the local village. Enjoy dinner with local family.

Overnight: Vinh Long
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Have breakfast and check out for a walk along the village to enjoy the fresh air in the morning before you arrive at the local workshop to see how to make rice paper, coconut candy, and pop-rice while enjoying some sweets with a cup of hot tea. Continue with a boat trip to visit the brick kilns where you can see how the local people create beautiful potteries from clay. Then, go along the floating village to witness the process of farming catfish on Mekong river. Also, you can visit Vinh Long market in the town. This is the best choice for you to take pictures of fish, shrimps, prawns, crabs, snakes, rice-field rats, tropical fruits, vegetables... End the cruise in Vinh Long and return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight: Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast

Morning at leisure until your transfer (with driver) to airport for your international flight. We wish you a pleasant flight!

Meals: Breakfast