When you arrive in Hanoi, your Vietnam adventure officially begins. At the airport, your private driver will be waiting for you with a signboard bearing your name. He will take you to your lodging, which is conveniently located in the center of the city, close to the intriguing Old Quarter. After the flight, you can unwind at the hotel or easily explore the city at your own pace.
Stay the night in Hanoi.
Our amiable guide will pick you up and take you to Ninh Binh province. Before continuing on to Hoa Lu, the former capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010, stop for a brief rest along the way. The Vietnamese feudal system during the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties is discussed here. After that, take a bike tour around the village to learn about the customs of the locals. The Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant, a five-star restaurant, will serve you a buffet lunch after that. They serve a range of regional fare, including goat meat, spring rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice, and vegetable salad, with vegetarian options.
After lunch, enjoy a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride in Tam Coc, which is sometimes called “Ha Long Bay on land.” During this trip, you will be mesmerized by the breathtaking views of the tranquil sky, rivers, caverns, and paddy fields.
After that, proceed to Mua Cave (Dragon Peak), where you will ascend almost 500 steps to the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain, which provides a broad perspective of Tam Coc and the neighboring lotus fields, which are particularly lovely during the summer. The tour will conclude when you finally make your way back to Hanoi and are dropped off at your hotel.
After finishing the check-out procedures, have an early breakfast at the hotel. To get to Sapa, take a limousine bus; the trip will take about six hours. You will be taken to your lodging when you arrive in Sapa. Explore this quaint town in the heart of the mountains for the remainder of the day.
Spend the night at the Dzay residence.
After a hearty breakfast that gives you energy for your final day of hiking, you head to the Red Dao minority’s Giang Ta Chai village. A bamboo forest that is part of Hoang Lien National Park will be traversed during your hike. You will pass a rattan bridge and waterfall along the route, where you can stop and take in the scenery. You’ll discover a pleasant spot to eat lunch.
Following lunch, you proceed to Su Pan, a small village by the road, where you will begin your drive back to Sapa before being driven back to Hanoi in a limousine bus.
Eat breakfast. You will be picked up from your hotel by our cruise. To get to Halong Bay, take the most picturesque route possible, which crosses the Red River Delta and features endless emerald-green rice paddies. When you get to Halong, you can take a bay cruise to see the karst grottoes and limestone rocks. Once you’ve finished exploring the bay, you’ll have time for a delicious seafood lunch before heading to the well-known Limestone cave in Ha Long Bay, where you can spend some time swimming or kayaking to get a better look at the floating villages and stores. You will return to the boat in the evening for an early dinner and then have some free time. You can choose to unwind for the day or participate in the activities on the boat.
Get up early for a Tai Chi class or simply to eat a filling breakfast. The boat will return to the port, making a stop at the limestone cave, which is teeming with stalactites and stalagmites. It’s clear sailing back to the main harbor from here, and you should be back in Hanoi by 17:00. Unrestricted during your free time.
Get ready for the next flight to Hoi An after eating breakfast at the hotel and enjoying some free time until a private taxi arrives to take you to the airport.
In Hoi An, custom tailoring is a major industry. Hoi An is home to over 400 tailoring shops and thousands of skilled tailors who can also make shoes and handbags in addition to clothing! Full suits typically take a day to complete, while handbags or shoes take roughly four hours! As early in your visit as possible, look for a store that appeals to you if you want custom-made items.
The best time of day to visit some of Hoi An’s most well-known sites is in the afternoon. However, we advise that you first get a Banh Mi sandwich to keep you going throughout the afternoon before you start walking around the city. In addition to being well-known, Hoi An’s banh mi sandwich is distinct from sandwiches found elsewhere in Vietnam. It’s a great way to get a taste of the local cuisine because the bread and fillings are specific to the area. Madam Khanh’s stand, known as the Banh Mi Queen in Hoi An, is highly recommended.
You can take your time exploring Hoi An today and see what piques your interest. Temples, old warehouses, pagodas, and Japanese merchant homes abound in this historic town. Alternatively, simply relax in a relaxed riverbank café on the Thu Bon River.
(OPTIONAL TOUR: FISHING & COOKING EXPERIENCE, BASKET BOAT, LOCAL MARKET)
Morning excursion: 8:30–13:00
Enjoy and learn how to make special foods during this one-of-a-kind trip through the coconut forest in the center of Hoi An Old Town. This tour is an excellent option for travelers who are only in Hoi An for a brief vacation because it will provide them with an amazing experience.
The hotel’s breakfast. After that, flying to Ho Chi Minh City. To regain your energy, check into your hotel and relax during your free time.
(Depart at 7:20 am and return at approximately 17.30.)
7.20 a.m. Taken from the hotel.
Start your day with a filling breakfast, then head to My Tho, the town on the left bank of the Mekong River, for a visit to the Mekong Delta. boarding a sampan and sailing the river around the four stunning islands—the Tortoise, Dragon, Unicorn, and Phoenix Islands.
Take a break at Unicorn Island, stroll along the country lane and observe orchards, and savor tropical fruits and local folk songs. Take a look at the fruit farm.
Experience the splendor of the countryside by visiting a family-run business, seeing a honey-bee farm, riding a hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son Canal, and admiring the honey tea and coconut candy workshop.
8:00 AM: Visit Independence Palace, also called the Reunification Palace, which was constructed on the site of the former Norodom Palace. Architect Ngo Viet Thu created the Independence Palace, a well-known landmark in Ho Chi Minh City. Continue admiring the stunning buildings from the French colonial era, including the historic Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral. The amazing War Remnants Museum site comes next, which features an extensive exhibit of both Indochina and Vietnam.
12:00 PM: Return to the hotel or the agreed-upon location. Complete the journey.
Enjoy a nutritious breakfast on your last day of travel. After completing the hotel check-out procedures, you can go to the local marketplaces and purchase mementos for your loved ones. Go ahead and leave later to catch your flight home.
It is the end of the journey.
Best Of Vietnam In 14 Days made our trip so easy and unforgettable! He was patient, committed, and extremely careful in organising every aspect from the beginning. One thing we definitely loved was how he ensured we had time to rest and enjoy meals that were already included in the package—this made the entire travel so much more comfortable.
I’m grateful for everything, Harley. When we organise our next trip, we will absolutely get in touch with you again and suggest you to our friends.
A well-organised tour
Given how packed and overrun with visitors Ha Long Bay is, I’m not sure if I would suggest it in general. This is the tour to do, though, if you are determined to do it. was very amazing!
There was a cool and comfortable cruise in Halo and a comfortable limousine bus when I visited.
I’ve gone to Jamaica people really help. I suggest it.
The excursion was excellent, and the tour guide was primarily knowledgeable and skilled. He is quite familiar with the locations’ specifics.
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