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8-Day Vietnam Highlights Tour: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN HANOI
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel for check-in and a chance to refresh (standard check-in time: 2:00 PM). Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 2: HANOI CITY TOUR (B)
After breakfast, embark on a full-day guided tour of Vietnam’s capital:

• Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, founded in 1070.

• Explore the peaceful Tran Quoc Pagoda and admire the views of West Lake.

• Stop for photos at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Ba Dinh Square.

• See the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, an architectural gem built during the Ly Dynasty.

• View the Ceramic Mosaic Mural, created to celebrate Hanoi’s 1,000th anniversary.

• Conclude the day at Dong Xuan Market, a vibrant spot in the Old Quarter ideal for souvenirs.
  Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 3: HANOI – HA LONG BAY CRUISE (B/L/D)
Start your day with an early breakfast, then drive through scenic countryside to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Natural Wonders.

• Board a traditional wooden cruise and sail among the stunning limestone islands.

• Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch onboard.

• Take a sampan boat ride to visit a local floating village.

• Participate in a cooking demonstration and unwind on the sundeck at sunset.

• Savor a delicious dinner, then relax with optional onboard activities like squid fishing, card games, or drinks at the bar.
  Overnight onboard the cruise.

DAY 4: HA LONG BAY – HANOI – FLIGHT TO DA NANG (B/Brunch)
Rise early for a Tai Chi session on the top deck, followed by a light breakfast.

• Explore a nearby limestone cave before checking out of your cabin.

• Enjoy brunch as you cruise back to the pier.

• Transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang.

• Upon arrival, you will be greeted and taken to your hotel.
  Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 5: BA NA HILLS & GOLDEN BRIDGE TOUR (B)
At 8:30 AM, depart for a full-day excursion to Ba Na Hills, an enchanting mountaintop resort.

• Ride the scenic cable car, one of the longest in the world.

• Walk across the stunning Golden Bridge, held aloft by giant stone hands.

• Visit Le Jardin d’Amour, Mythology Park, Linh Ung Pagoda, and the historic Debay Wine Cellar.

• Take a second cable car to Moon Square, enjoy the Flying Eyes 3D show, and ride the mountain train to the French Village and Fantasy Amusement Park.

• Return via cable car by 4:00 PM, followed by transfer back to your hotel.
  Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 6: DA NANG – HO CHI MINH CITY – CU CHI TUNNELS (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

• Upon arrival, head straight for the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network used during the Vietnam War.

• Crawl through preserved sections of the tunnels and learn about the resourcefulness of the Vietnamese fighters.

• Sample cassava and tea, once staples of guerilla life.
  Return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 7: MEKONG DELTA DISCOVERY (B/L)
Begin the day with a 2-hour drive to My Tho, gateway to the Mekong Delta.

• Board a boat to cross the Tien River to Ben Tre, known for its coconut palms.

• Pass by floating fish farms and markets.

• Cruise through narrow canals, visit a coconut workshop, and taste local tropical fruits while listening to traditional music.

• Ride a Xe Loi (motorized cart) through peaceful village roads and stop by Mr. Nam Ngo’s orchard for fresh honey tea.

• Take a rowing boat along a shaded water palm creek.

• Enjoy lunch on a tranquil islet and see how locals make coconut candy.
  Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.
  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 8: HO CHI MINH CITY – DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to the airport. Please be ready 2 hours before a domestic flight or 3 hours before an international departure.

Tour Ends.