06 Nights/07 Days – Hanoi, Halong, Ninh Binh, Da Nang & Hoi An

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, meet your local guide and transfer to the hotel for check-in (from 14:00). After freshening up, set off to explore some of Hanoi’s most iconic cultural sites:

Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam) – Vietnam’s first university (est. 1070)

Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple – A serene oasis in the city’s heart

But Tower, The Huc Bridge & Dai Nghien – Historic symbols on the Red River

Cyclo Ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter – Explore the 36 bustling artisan streets

Optional: Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show – $8/pax

Meals Included: None

Overnight in Hanoi

Distance: 30 km | 45 min from airport

After breakfast, begin your day trip to Ninh Binh – often called the “dry Halong Bay” for its dramatic limestone landscapes:

Explore Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital under the Dinh Dynasty (968–980 AD)

Visit ancient tombs and sanctuaries surrounded by lush rice fields

Cruise through Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

31 valleys, 50 caves, and serene waterways teeming with flora and fauna

Glide through water tunnels surrounded by forested cliffs and grazing goats

Optional:

Swap to Tam Coc boat ride (no price difference)

Add Hang Mua Cave (Viewpoint) – $5/pax

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in Hanoi

Distance: 100 km | ~2 hr drive

After breakfast, depart by 7:45 AM for a scenic drive to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board your cruise and immerse in one of the world’s most iconic seascapes:

Enjoy a 5-hour Halong Bay cruise through emerald waters and limestone islets

Visit hidden grottoes and majestic caves like Dau Go and Thien Cung

Optional swim in a secluded cove or explore a hidden lagoon

Relax onboard and watch limestone formations float past

Note: Only Vietnamese and Western cuisine available onboard.

Optional: Upgrade to highway transfer – $20/way

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight on Halong Bay Cruise

Distance: 180 km | ~2 hr 45 min drive

Wake up to sunrise on Halong Bay and enjoy breakfast onboard. Later:

Take a sampan ride to Luon Cave – a peaceful journey through arching cliffs

Have brunch on the cruise before disembarking

Return to Hanoi and transfer directly to the airport for your evening flight to Da Nang

On arrival, transfer to your hotel and unwind by the sea

Meals Included: Breakfast, Brunch

Overnight in Da Nang

After breakfast, travel to Hoi An, a riverside heritage town. Begin with:

Visit to Bay Mau Coconut Forest

Take a round bamboo boat ride

Learn traditional fishing methods

Watch thrilling “shaking boat” demonstrations

Then explore Hoi An Ancient Town:

Cross the Japanese Covered Bridge

Discover ancient merchant homes & Chinese Assembly Halls

Shop for tailored garments, handmade lanterns, raw silk

Visit Thu Bon Riverside Market

End your day at the charming Hoi An Night Market

Optional: Boat ride with lantern floating ceremony – $4/pax

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in Da Nang

Today you visit Vietnam’s most photographed mountaintop attraction – Ba Na Hills:

Ascend via cable car to 1,487 meters above sea level

Visit Debay Wine Cellar, Le Jardin d’Amour, and Linh Ung Pagoda

Explore Fantasy Park with games and fun activities

Marvel at the iconic Golden Bridge, held by stone hands in the clouds

Enjoy mountain views from Bell Tower & Nghinh Phong Tower

Note: Entry to Wax Museum & some games not included

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in Da Nang

After breakfast, enjoy leisure time to shop or relax. Then transfer to Da Nang International Airport for your departure flight.

Note: Airport drop includes driver only. Guide service on request – $30/group

Meals Included: Breakfast