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Customize your tour10 Day Trip: Northern and Central Vietnam Highlights
- Hanoi
- Ninh Binh
- Halong
- Danang
- Hoi An
Tour type
Private
Duration
10 Days 9 Nights
Departure
Daily
Trip Highlights:
Discover the magic of Northern and Central Vietnam on a 10-day adventure. Immerse yourself in Hanoi's history, Ninh Binh's breathtaking landscapes, Halong Bay's unique cruising experience, and the cultural gems of Danang and Hoi An.
- Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the very first university of Vietnam
- 2 nights on luxurious Halong Bay cruise with plenty of activities and magnificent landscapes
- Discover unique architecture and culture of Hoi An - one of UNESCO World’s Heritage Site
Trip Itineraries:
Day 1
Hanoi Arrival
Upon arrival, the driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi. Free time for the rest of the day. Meals are on your own. Overnight in Hanoi.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 2
Ha Noi city tour (B)
Tour guide picks you up at 9:00 am for the full day city tour. First, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday and Friday), the traditional stilt house and the reserved One-Pillar Pagoda. Next, explore Quan Thanh Temple, Tran Quoc Pagoda located on the shore of West Lake. Head to the very first university in Vietnam - Temple of Literature. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Ethnology Museum (closed on Monday) and Ngoc Son Temple at Hoan Kiem Lake. In the evening, watch a water puppet show before dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 3
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi (B)
Pick up at your hotel for the tour departure to Tam Coc. Hop on a sampan boat along the Ngo Dong river to visit 3 caves. Biking around Tam Coc, then have lunch.
In the afternoon, visit Hoa Lu - Vietnam’s ancient capital, Dinh king temple and Le king temple in the 10th century. Afterward, visit Mua cave, climb 500 stone steps to watch a panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river. Later, get on car back to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 4
Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. Tour guide picks you up for the departure to Halong. Upon arrival at the port, do check in and be transferred to the cruise by speedboat. Welcome on Elite of the Seas Cruise. Enjoy lunch and check in the cabin.
In the afternoon, kayak at Ao Ech Area or stay onboard to use swimming pool and relax. After that, drone photography (depending on the weather) and teabreak. Join cooking class at 18:00 and happy hour with tasty drinks.
Enjoy dinner. Then you can join squid fishing, book a spa (extra fee), play golf, etc.
Summary:
- Transfer: Shared modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide on board
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: On Cruise
Day 5
Halong Bay Cruise (B,L,D)
Enjoy sunrise. Join a golf class or Taichi session at the golf course. Enjoy breakfast and have free time. Enjoy a hearty brunch buffet before the excursion to Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. Here you can explore the village by bike or electric car. Then, swim at Ba Trai Dao area. Back to Elite of the Seas at 16:30 to relax. Happy Hour and Cooking class from 18:00. Savor a sumptuous dinner and have free time to relax or activities like fishing, spa, golf, etc.
Summary:
- Guide: Local English speaking guide on board
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: On Cruise
Day 6
Halong Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Danang (B, L)
Wake up early to capture picturesque sunrise and join a golf class or Taichi session. Savor breakfast buffet before heading to Dark-Bright Cave for a sampan boat trip. At 9:30, check out the cabin and enjoy a brunch at the restaurant. Settle the bills (if any) while the ship returns to the harbor. Return to the mainland by the speedboat. Get on car to the airport for the flight to Danang. Overnight in Danang.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide on board
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
Day 7
Danang - Bana Hill - Golden Bridge (B, L)
Breakfast at your hotel. Get on private car to Danang. Take a cable car to reach the mountain at 1487m above sea level and explore Ba Na Hill with a bunch of attractions such as Bynight by train, Debay wine tunnel (extra fee of $2.5/person), Le Jardin D’amour flower garden, Linh Ung pagoda, Thich Ca buddish statue, etc. Have free lunch in Ba Na. In the afternoon, you can join activities and games in Fantasy Park such as free falling tower, dinosaur park, maze, etc (extra fee). Walk to the top of the mountain, visit Bell Tower, Nghinh Phong tower and Golden Bridge. Get on cable car back and car transfers you to Da Nang city. Overnight in Danang.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
Day 8
Danang - Hoi An Walking Tour (B)
After breakfast, transfer from Da Nang to Hoi An town. Visit My Son – the most important Cham archaeological site in the center of Vietnam on the way. Enjoy lunch at the local restaurant in Hoi An.
In the afternoon, join a walking tour to visit Hoi An Ancient Town with iconic sites: Japanese Bridge, the Chinese Temple, and the Tan Ky Chinese-style trading house. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 9
Hoi An - Tra Que - Cooking class (B, L)
After breakfast, meet our guide at your hotel and go bicycle to Hoi An’s colourful central market. Here you will interact with the local sellers and learn about the ingredients you will use in the cooking lesson later. Biking to Tra Que village. Take a rest, enjoy welcome drink and visit herbs garden. Learn how to cook Vietnamese food and decorate the dish by flowers and animals carved from vegetables. After the lesson, enjoy what you have cooked. Return to your hotel. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 10
Hoi An - Danang Departure (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Summary:
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Meals: Breakfast
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Customize this programInclusions:
- Transportation by private car with A/C
- Entrance fees and Sightseeing fees
- Local English speaking guides
- Boat rentals as mentioned in the program.
- Breakfast and other meals mentioned in the program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Accommodation in the category chosen or similar
- Domestic flights Hanoi - Danang
Exclusions:
- International flight tickets
- Meals are not mentioned in the program, drinks and beverage during the meals
- Tips & personal expenses
- International flight tickets
- Travel insurance
- Visa to Vietnam
- Peak season or Public holidays surcharge if any
- Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
- Any service not mentioned in the program
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