10 DAYS DISCOVERING AWESOME VIETNAM

OUTLINE ITINERARY:
Day 1 Hanoi - Arrival [Guide]
Day 2 Hanoi - Full Day City Tour With Street Food [Guide/B/D]
Day 3 Hanoi - Ninh Binh [Guide/B]
Day 4 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay [Guide/B/L/D]
Day 5 Ha Long Bay - Flight To Hue [Guide/B/Br]
Day 6 Hue - Full Day City Tour [Guide/B]
Day 7 Hue - My Son Sanctuary [Guide/B]
Day 8 Hoi An - Coconut Forest - Ancient Town [Guide/B/L] - SIC Tour In Forest
Day 9 Hoi An Bana Hill - Hoi An [Guide/B]
Day 10 Hanoi - Departure [Guide/B]

DETAILS ITINERARY:

DAY 1 HANOI - ARRIVAL [GUIDE]
Arrival in Noi Bai International airport, our guide will pick you up from airport to hotel for
check in and take a rest.
Check in time at 2PM
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 2 HANOI - FULL DAY TOUR - STREET FOOD [GUIDE/B/D]

Explore the charming city of Hanoi, often referred to as the ‘Paris of the East’, with its yellow
ochre colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes. Visit the historic Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum, an imposing monument of marble and granite built to house the preserved body of beloved revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh, affectionately known to the Vietnamese as “Uncle Ho”. Visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist temple built in 1049 of wood in the shape of a lotus blossom and set on a single stone pillar.
Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university built in the late 11th
century. The picturesque temple is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese
architecture and is featured on the back of the 100,000 Vietnamese dong banknote.
Lunch by your own account In the afternoon, you will discover Hoa Lo Prison, a historical tourist attraction, where you can get more information about awful Vietnam war. Then you will drive back to central Hanoi for a walking tour through the famed Old Quarter known for its ‘36 streets of 36 wares’ named after the original 36 artisan guilds that date as far back as the 13th century. You will visit Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple – the temple of the Jade Mountain.
Then you will enjoy street food in Hanoi.
Below is some suggestion for you:
1. Banh My – a simple Vietnamese baguette

2. Bun Cha – made of grilled pork & noodle, a well-known local food in Hanoi.
3. Banh Trang Tron – Rice Paper Salad – one of best street food
4. Tasting Egg Coffee or Sweet Soup (chè)
5. Nem Lui – Grilled ground pork on stick
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 3  HANOI - NINH BINH [GUIDE/B]

Breakfast at hotel, then our guide will pick you up from hotel to Ninh Binh in around 2.5 hours. Arrival in Ninh Binh, you will visit Hoa Lu, an ancient capital dating back to the 10th century, packed with temple & fortress ruins. Then you will visit the Temple of King Dinh and King Le and learn more about Vietnamese
history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
Lunch on your own
In the afternoon, you will visit Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on the land”, where you can
spend 1.5 hours on the bamboo boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formation, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba for an unforgettable experience.
We continue to visit Mua Cave, also known as the “Great Wall of China” in Vietnam, and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below.
Then back to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi
DAY 4 HANOI - HA LONG BAY [GUIDE/B/L/D]

In the morning you will depart Hanoi at 08:30 for a three and a half hour drive through the Red River Delta to Ha Long Bay City. On the way, you will stop for refreshments, and upon arriving in Halong City, you will take a tender transfer to your junk and set sail through the bay while lunch is served. As you cruise the magical bay, you will notice thousands of sculpted limestone islands rising from the waves like dragons' teeth. Later in the afternoon, you'll visit a fishing village with the opportunity to interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for almost three generations. Back on board, you'll enjoy cocktails or a cooking class while watching the sunset, and later you can unwind at a restaurant with a lavish dinner. To end the day, you can enjoy some evening activities such as movie night, board games, or a beauty treatment, before an overnight stay on the junk.
***Special Note: Cruise Itineraries may be subject to change due to weather condition
without prior notice.
DAY 5  HA LONG BAY - FLIGHT TO HUE [GUIDE/B/BR]
Wake up on the bay to the sounds of waves and bird welcoming the new day. You will have an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit a beautiful limestone grotto then walk back to the boat for a final glimpse of Halong Bay while cruising back to the dock.
Disembark on cruise, then back to Hanoi by shuttle bus of cruise.
Then transfer directly to airport for flight to Hue.
Arrival in Hue, check in at hotel and take rest.
Overnight in Hue.
DAY 6 HUE - FULL DAY CITY TOUR [GUIDE/B]

Breakfast at hotel, then you will discover Hue ancient capital.
Once the imperial capital of the Nguyen Lords from the 17th to the 19th centuries, Hue’s splendid emperors’ tombs, ancient pagodas and the remains of the Citadel contribute to its undeniable royal
charm. Discover the Imperial Citadel at the centre of the Complex of Hue Monuments inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. Enter through the towering main gate and appreciate the magnificent architecture and gardens while your guide explains the events and the intrigue surrounding the former royal court. Despite being heavily bombed during the Vietnam War, there are some incredibly well-preserved sections intact and others which are being carefully restored.
Take the boat on Huong River, then you wil visit Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s best-preserved
religious monument. Built in 1601, the seven-storied tower pagoda, perched on top of on a hill overlooking the Perfume River, is one of Vietnam’s most recognisable icons.
In the afternoon, visit the elaborate Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Its architecture showcases elements of Eastern art and Western design. Notice the tomb’s blackened concrete exterior and colourful mosaic interior. Continue to visit Minh Mang Tomb – considered as the most majestic of all of the Royal Tombs. Renowned for its architecture, which harmoniously blends into the nature surroundings.
Shopping at Dong Ba Market - the busiest market in Hue with various kinds of foods and goods.
Here you can see how the local people buy and sale things. This is also a chance for you to buy souvenirs for your friends and family.
Transfer back to your hotel with an optional stop en route at an incense stick making village.
Overnight in Hue.

DAY 7  HUE - MY SON SANCTUARY [GUIDE/B]

Breakfast at hotel, then you will take a private car transfer to Hoi An. On the way, you will come across Hai Van Pass with the panoramic view of Lang Co Beach & East Sea.
Arrival in Hoi An, then you will visit My Son Sanctuary – “the spirit and art valley” is a symbol
for a brilliant period of Champa kingdom. Since 1999, My Son has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Arrive in My Son Temple, a special electric car will pick you up at the main gate and take you to the place where was chosen to build the temple tower of the Champa Royal for nearly 1000 years with many ancient towers hidden in a discreet valley. The place where the most exquisite focus of ancient Champa culture – is considered to be the Holy Land.
There, you will hear the stone bricks tell about the dancing gods, tell about the gods of worship in the Champa culture, and so many secrets that until now still have no explanation and maybe you will be the first decode them.
After visiting and listening to the tour guide talk about the mysteries here, you will be back to the main gate of My Son Ruins by special electric car. Leave My Son Holy land behind.
Transfer to hotel, check in and take a rest.
Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 8 HOI AN - COCONUT FOREST - ANCIENT TOWN [GUIDE/B/L] - SIC TOUR IN FOREST

Pick you up at your hotel by private car and transfer you down to PHƯỚC HẢI- CỬA ĐẠI
Fishing Village
Board Jack Tran’s boat cruise and commence cruising on CỬA ĐẠI River
Enjoy Thúng Chai basket boat demonstration by Jack Tran’s crews.
Learn to paddle the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats and join in a basket boat racing for fun while exploring waterways palm coconut canals waterways of a past war and hear of the extreme conditions endured by soldiers of both sides of V.C & US army. Enjoy your fun catching purple crabs Join local fishermen life on the river and enjoy hands-on experience cast net fishing Enjoy learning and experiencing cultural folk music of singing and rowing Bả Trạo with local fishermen Keep arriving to an islet fisherman for big net fishing Back on-board our boat, enjoy lunch and cold beer or soft drink.

Then come back hotel and take a rest.
In the the late afternoon, Take a walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the ancient town centre, visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, the Chinese Assembly Hall, the 200-year old Tam Ky ancestral house and the famous Japanese Bridge.
Back to hotel and take a rest
Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 9  HOI AN - BANA HILL - HOI AN [GUIDE/B]

In the morning, transfer to Bana Hills Station. You have a chance to ride on a modern system of cable cars helps you get a bird’s-eye view, very miraculous and attractive while enjoying a feeling of flying in the blue sky amidst the clouds and wind. You will visit some old French villas en route, as well as the suspension bridge, Nui Chua & the Mountain Peak (at the height of 1,487m). Visit Linh Ung Pagoda, Golden Bridge, Sakyamuni Buddha’s monument and Ba Na. Leave Bana hill behind, back to Hoi An and discover Hoi An by yourself.
DAY 10 HOI AN/DA NANG - DEPARTURE [GUIDE/B]
Free & easy until our guide pick you up to airport for flight home.
End of trips!

We look forward to seeing you again on your next adventure with Vinasoul Travel!

SERVICE INCLUDES
+ Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services; All private transfer and transportation
+ Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
+ Tissues and water on coach; Services charges and government tax; Exclusive and personalized
single agent/single customer service; No extra charge after services confirmation; 24/7 hotline
support guaranteed;
+ All Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ Halong Bay cruise program as specific
+ Domestic Flights: Hanoi to Hue, Economy class, Vietnam Airlines.
+ Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
+ Private boat trip for sightseeing as mentioned in the program, Entrance fees for all visits as
mentioned in the itinerary

SERVICES EXCLUDES
+ International flight tickets
+ Evisa Assistance to Vietnam (40usd/PAX) – including stamping fee at airport
+ Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
+ Tipping for guides, drivers, hotel staff, restaurant staff, boat rider, etc. Personal expenses, such
as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc. All other services not specified in the itinerary Surcharge for
Peak season, Tet Lunar New year holidays, and compulsory dinner at some hotel & resort on
Xmas and New year’s Eve
+ Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).

Suggestions for tipping and gratuities: 

+ Group under 6 pax: 20 USD per Group per day.

+ Group from 6 pax up: 3 - 5 USD per pax per day 

+ Group under 6 pax: 10 USD per Group per day. 

+ Group from 6 pax up: 2 USD per pax per day