Your adventure in Vietnam has started:

• Upon arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, you will be welcomed then privately transferred by a professional driver and an English – speaking guide to your arranged hotel for relaxation.

In the afternoon, enjoy a one – hour cyclo ride to explore:

• The charming colonial district.
• Hoan Kiem Lake, along with Ngoc Son Temple.
• The labyrinth of bustling streets filled with small shops in the famous and fascinating "Old Quarter," including the famous Silk Street (Hang Gai).

Take a walking tour to discover:

• Walking through the iconic Old Quarter.
• Colonial architecture.

Begin your journey by unravelling the Vietnamese culture and history in the Vietnamese capital:

• Start the day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square. The visit includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda.
• Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, beautifully located on a small peninsula beside West Lake, and Quan Thanh Temple situated on the Truc Bach Lake shore.
• Visit the Temple of Literature.
• Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
• Grab a Vietnamese coffee while waiting for the train to pass by at the Train Street.

In the evening, enjoy a Water Puppet Show.

Overnight at a hotel.

Private transfer from Hanoi to Sapa for a full day of trekking through spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant local culture.

• Enjoy a 6 – kilometer trek through terraced rice fields to the village of Lao Chai, home to the Black H’Mong ethnic group.
• After a well – deserved lunch break, continue with a gentle 2 – kilometer walk to the village of Ta Van, inhabited by the Giay ethnic group.

Trekking to discover the ethnic villages around the area of Topas Ecolodge. Located 20 km from Sapa, the Thanh Kim valley is inhabited by the Red Dao and H’mong.

• After 3 hours of walking, you will reach Lech village, home to the Red Dao and H'mong. You will explore the village, meet its inhabitants, learn about their way of life, customs, and typical houses.
• Enjoy lunch in the village, then trekking to Topas Ecolodge.
• Free time to enjoy the breathtaking landscape and hot & cold swimming infinity pool of Topas Ecolodge.

Sapa – Ha Giang : 5.5 h drive

Transfer to Ha Giang.

Upon arrival at P'apiu Resort.

Enjoy free time to relax and take in the comfort of the hotel and the serene natural beauty of the surroundings.

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Set off on a leisurely walk to the beautiful village of Ha Thanh.

Continue to Ban Me village.

Return to your hotel.

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Free time for your personal activities until transfer by private car to Hanoi.

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Hanoi – Halong: 2.5 – 3 hours by highway

DISCOVER HALONG BAY BY SEAPLANE

Two options to choose from:

• A scenic flight over Halong Bay combined with a maritime cruise on a traditional junk with an overnight stay(s) onboard.
• A flight connecting Hanoi to Halong Bay combined with a maritime cruise on a traditional junk with an overnight stay(s) onboard.

1. Scenic Flight over Halong Bay by Seaplane

• The water take – off and landing are at the marina on Tuan Chau Island, located in Halong Bay.
• The flight lasts 25 minutes.

2. Flight Connecting Hanoi to Halong Bay by Seaplane

• Take – off from Hanoi Airport with a water landing at Tuan Chau Island Marina,
• OR vice versa: take – off from Tuan Chau Marina with a landing at Hanoi Airport.

The flight duration is 45 minutes, compared to 3 to 4 hours by car.

Optional Add – on: 15 minutes of additional scenic flying over Halong Bay.

• Pick – up from your hotel and transfer to Halong.
• Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port.
• Enjoy lunch onboard while taking in the stunning views of Bai Tu Long Bay.
• Visit Thien Canh Son Cave.
• Join a kayaking excursion.
• Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck.
• Join a Vietnamese cooking class.

Dinner: Savor fresh seafood with an exquisite menu of carefully crafted dishes, beautifully presented, and served by qualified staff.

After dinner, free evening or experience squid fishing before retiring.

Overnight on board.

Have breakfast in the fresh air.

• Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village.
• Check out of the cabin and start cruising towards the harbor while a set lunch is served.
• The entire crew will greet you and thank you as you arrive at the port at 11h30.

After disembarking from the junk, our driver will be waiting to take you back to Ninh Binh. Nestled in the ancient land of Hoa Lu.

Overnight at a hotel.

Ninh Binh – Hanoi : 2 – 2.5h drive

Travel to the amazing “Halong Bay on land”:

• Tam Coc is home to the country’s first capital called Hoa Lu.
• Board a traditional sampan for a peaceful 2 – hour ride along the Ngo Dong River. Glide through the still waters and pass through the mysterious Tam Coc caves.
• The specialty of Ninh Binh is goat meat and crispy rice.
• Cycle through the countryside to reach Bich Dong Pagoda. If time allows and you're feeling adventurous, you can climb the stone – carved staircase leading to the pagoda Mua.
• Wrap up your journey in Hoa Lu. Wander through the atmospheric temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties.
• On the way back to Hanoi.

Transfer by private car with driver to Hanoi airport for the flight to Hue.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed then privately transferred to the hotel.

Overnight at a hotel.

• Visit the Imperial City of the Nguyen Dynasty.
• Enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the famous Perfume River, heading to the Thien Mu Pagoda (Pagoda of the Celestial Lady). 
• Explore the tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty
• Visit the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang.
• At lunchtime, our guide will be happy to take you to one of the best local spots to try Hue's specialties.
• Hue is renowned for its exquisite Ao Dai. Take a stroll through the Dong Ba market.
• In a nearby village, discover the art of incense – making.
• Visit Thuy Xuan Village, admire the meticulous craftsmanship behind the iconic "poetry hat".

Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An : 122 km – 3.5h – 4h drive

The journey to Hoi An takes you along the scenic Mandarin Route, crossing the famous Cloudy Pass.

A detour to Danang will bring you to the Cham Sculpture Museum.

Next, you’ll explore the Marble Mountains, also known as the "Five Hills".

Climb the 156 steps or take an elevator to reach the summit of Thuy Son Mountain, where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Marble Mountains and the surrounding countryside.

Take in the breath of fresh air that is the riverside port town of Hoi An. The historic and quaint Hoi An is perfect for exploring :

• A delightful stroll through the old town of Hoi An.
• Explore the ancient port of Hoi An with a short walk .

Enjoy your free time until heading by private car to the airport in Da Nang for your flight to Siem Reap.

You will be welcomed upon arrival at the airport, followed by a transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at a hotel.

Angkor Thom – Ta Prohm – Angkor Watt – Phnom Bakheng Hill

Arriving in Angkor Thom by tuk – tuk :

• Visit the Victory Gate.
• Visit the Bayon.
• Visit the three – tiered Baphuon.
• Visit the Royal Enclosure and its small temple, Phimeanakas.
• Pass through the Terrace of the Elephants
• See the Terrace of the Leper King.
• Discover the impressive Ta Prohm temple.
• Visit the majestic Angkor Wat temple with exquisite bas – reliefs, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Witness the sunset, from the top of the hill of Phnom Bakheng, which offers a magnificent overview of Angkor Wat.

Kbal Spean – TREKKING – Banteay Srei – Banteay Samre

Travel by private car to the sacred mountain site of Kbal Spean, also known as "The River of a Thousand Lingas".

• Enjoy a trekking of approximately 1.5 hours (round trip) along a forest trail.
• On the way, stop at a village specializing in palm sugar production to learn about the traditional process.
• Visit Banteay Srei (Hindu, 10th century), also called "The Citadel of Women".
• Explore Banteay Samre, a flat Hindu temple from the 12th century dedicated to Vishnu and Shiva.

Finding yourself surrounded by a completely aquatic landscape of Kampong Khleang Village.

• Appreciate panoramic views of Asia’s biggest lake. Gap at the vast Tonle Sap Lake as you sail across it.
• Tonle Sap has been listed as a World Natural Heritage Site since 1997.

Free time until heading to the airport in Siem Reap for your flight to Phnom Penh.

You will be welcomed upon arrival at the airport by your driver, followed by a transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at a hotel.

Explore Phnom Penh.

• Enter a world of visual wonder, starting with the National Museum of Fine Arts’ sculpture collection.
• Heading to the resplendent Royal Palace.
• Survey the serene Silver Pagoda and its magnificent Emerald Buddha.

Enjoy your free time until heading by private car to the airport in Phnom Penh for your flight to HCM City.

You will be welcomed upon arrival at the airport by your driver, followed by a transfer to your hotel.

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Once known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is a whirlwind of history and energy.

• Start your visit today by exploring Dong Khoi Area where French colonial presence can be felt at the Notre Dame Cathedral.
• Then it's on to a visit to the Saigon Central Post Office.
• Step into the pages of Vietnam’s recent history at the Reunification Palace.
• Visit the War Remnants Museum.
• The rhythm changes as you head into the heart of Cholon. Here, lies the tranquil Thien Hau Pagoda.
• Continue with a walk through Cholon.
• Explore Binh Tay Market.
• Experience the energy of Ben Thanh Market.

130km – 3h drive

Pick-up from your hotel in HCM City and depart to Phu An.

Arrive at Phu An Jetty, welcome aboard, and safety briefing.

Check in to your private sampan.

From the sampan, observe life as it plays out on shore.

On the way to Binh Minh, visit some of the cottage industries of the region.

• Visit an ancient house in Dong Hoa Hiep village.
• Continue cruising on your sampan.
• Cross the Co Chien river, pass through ancient villages to visit a clay pot factory.
• Lunch is served on board while cruising towards Binh Minh.
• Enjoy shore excursions to gain insight into how the local people make a living.
• Visit a Cao Dai temple.
• Enjoy the sunset cruise while Song Xanh continues its way towards the Hau River.

Overnight on board.

Visit the Cai Rang floating market.

Witness the hustle and bustle of the morning market.

Have breakfast while cruising towards the market.

After disembarking from the sampan, our driver will be waiting to take you back to HCM ville.

Overnight at hotel.