15 days - Private Vietnam - 15 Days Experiencing with Your Child

DAY 1. HA NOI ARRIVAL -

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam!

• Upon landing at Noi Bai International Airport, retrieve your luggage and proceed to the arrival gate. Look out for our guide or driver, who will be holding a sign with your name on it. In case of any difficulty finding him, you're welcome to reach out to us via call or WhatsApp at +84 905 510 358 for immediate assistance.

• We will provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel located in the heart of Hanoi. After checking in, the remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the vibrant city.

• Known for its centuries-old architecture and rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese, and French influences, Hanoi is the spirited capital city of Vietnam. It's also famous for its delectable cuisine, silk textiles, and bustling Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade.

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DAY 2. HA NOI CITY HALF DAY - BAT TRANG VILLAGE TOUR B, L

 Have breakfast at your hotel.

• At 8:00 AM, Our guide and driver picks you up at your hotel

• Begin your tour of Hanoi’s most important cultural and historical sites

• Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, including Ba Dinh Square.

Note: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum closed on Tuesday and Friday.

• Explore Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House and the One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic Buddhist temple.

• The Temple of Literature offers insights into the Confucian legacy of education in Vietnam.

• Visit the Old Quarter with Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple.

• Have Lunch at the local restaurant.

• After lunch, start your afternoon to the Bat Trang Pottery Village, known for its traditional pottery

making.

• Once there, watch local artisans shape, paint, and glaze their ceramic works, continuing a long-held family tradition.

• Stroll through the village market to see various ceramic products like vases and painted plates.

• Try making your own pottery in a workshop, guided by experienced potters.

• Spend some free time exploring the village, visiting small kilns, and maybe purchasing some unique ceramics to take home.

• Transfer back to your hotel

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DAY 3. HA NOI INCENSE VILLAGE PRIVATE TOUR B, L

• At 8:00AM, Our guide and driver pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Quang Phu Cau, a village known for its incense making tradition.

• Upon arrival, your guide will introduce you to the village's history and the importance of incense in Vietnamese culture. You’ll have the opportunity to witness the incense-making process, which has been practiced for generations in this village. The artisans, often working in family-run workshops, will demonstrate how they prepare the incense sticks by hand.

• The village’s narrow streets are filled with colorful incense sticks drying in the sun. You can watch the intricate process of making incense, from rolling the sticks in fragrant powders to drying and painting them in vibrant colors. These scents and colors hold deep spiritual and cultural significance in Vietnam, especially in ancestor worship.

• You'll also have time to explore the village, interact with locals, and see how incense production supports many families. Engage with artisans to learn how incense is used in religious ceremonies, and some tours even let you try making your own incense sticks.

• Have lunch at a local restaurant.

• After lunch, the driver will transfer back to the hotel, and you have free day in the afternoon

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DAY 4. HA NOI - HA LONG BAY B, L, D

08:00 – 08:30 La Regina Classic Cruise Pick up at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (optional)

11:30 Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port – Bai Chay – Ha Long, enjoy welcome drink and express check-in before boarding.

12:15 Check-in aboard with a welcome drink from crew member while the manager introduces the safety briefing and the boat cruises to the Bai Tu Long Bay.

13:15 Let your vacation start with a delicious lunch in the restaurant.

15:30 Discover Thien Canh Son cave located on top of mountain, containing the long history of geological value and natural beauty. Recommend you bring camera and wear sport shoes for hiking.

17:30 Enjoy your time with the beautiful sunset on the bay and join “Happy Hour”

18:00 Cooking class on sundeck with the Deep Fried Spring rolls, one of the unique flavor of Vietnamese food.

19:30 Dinner will be served on sundeck or restaurant.

21:00 Feel free to relax on boat, join Squid fishing at the area of Reception deck.

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DAY 5. HA LONG BAY - HA NOI - FLY TO DA NANG - HOI AN B, L

06:30 Start your day with the Taichi on sundeck.

07:00 Light breakfast serve in dining room.

07:45 Visiting Vung Vieng floating fishing village, one of the biggest villages in HaLong Bay, you will have the chance to learn about fishermen's living and feel free with some option activities: bamboo boat or kayaking.

09:00 Back to the main boat for relaxing and check out at the reception, please put all your luggage at the outside of your cabin door, crew member will help to bring luggage on land.

09:45 Brunch is served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor.

11:00 Disembark at the harbor. Transfer back to Ha Noi. 

On the way, Stopping at Aeon Mall Long Bien. From there, a private car will pick you up to take you to the airport for your flight to Da Nang

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DAY 6. HOI AN WALKING TOUR - MAKING LANTERN TOUR B, L

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• At 8:00 AM, start your exploration of Hoi An Ancient Town, a well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage site.

• Visit the historic Tan Ky Old House, which offers a glimpse into the architecture and cultural fusion of this former trading port.

• Discover the Fukien Assembly Hall, known for its intricate architecture and cultural significance.

• Next to visit The Japanese Covered Bridge. It is an iconic symbol of the ancient town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Stroll through the vibrant Hoi An Market, where you can see a colorful array of goods being sold, from food to fabrics..

• Optionally, end your tour with a visit to a rooftop café for scenic views or participate in a lantern-making workshop to create memorable keepsake.

• Have lunch at the local restaurant

• In the afternoon, the driver will take you to the place where you can learn to make lanterns, and here you will learn the steps involved in making a lantern.

• Return to your hotel, with the rest of the day at your disposal to relax or explore more of the city.

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DAY 7. CYCLING TO TRA QUE & COCONUT PALM FOREST B, L

Have a breafast at your hotel.

At 8:00, Begin your day in Hoi An with a hotel pick-up and set off on a bicycle ride towards the serene Cam Thanh region. Your first adventure is a peaceful bamboo boat trip through the Coconut Palm Forest, where you'll navigate the calm waterways, enveloped by lush mangroves and towering palms, offering a tranquil start to your day.

Following your exploration of the waterways, cycle to the aromatic Tra Que Vegetable Village, where a delightful lunch awaits. Savor the flavors of local dishes prepared with fresh, organic produce from the surrounding gardens, offering a true taste of the region's culinary heritage.

Post-lunch, take the opportunity to explore Tra Que Village further. Immerse yourself in the daily life and traditional farming practices of this vibrant community, surrounded by lush herb gardens and verdant fields.

Conclude your day with a leisurely bike ride back to your hotel, carrying with you the memories and serene experiences of Hoi An's natural beauty and rich cultural tapestry.

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DAY 8. HOI AN - BA NA HILLS FULL DAY B, L

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• Collect all your luggage and check out of the hotel, today we will move to Da Nang

• 8:00 AM: Begin your excursion with a hotel pick-up, setting off for a day of wonder at Ba Na Hills. Experience the unique phenomenon of four distinct seasons in a single day, along with the many festivals, activities, and cuisines the area has to offer.

• Ascend by cable car, which holds the world record for the longest non-stop single-track cable car at 5,801 meters. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

• Visit the Golden Bridge, one of Vietnam's most famous attractions. This 150-meter pedestrian bridge, supported by two giant stone hands, offers stunning views of the mountains and forests.

• Explore Le Jardin D’Amour, a series of nine themed gardens filled with beautiful flowers, sculptures, and fountains, Linh Ung Pagoda.

• Head to Fantasy Park, one of Vietnam's largest indoor amusement parks, offering rides, games, and attractions for all ages.

• Enjoy a buffet lunch at a restaurant on Ba Na Hills.

• After lunch, explore the French Village. It is a replica of classical and romantic France in our fantasy, through a string of peculiar architectural clusters.

• Return to your hotel in Da Nang, filled with memories from your sky-high adventure and the spectacular sights.

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DAY 9. DA NANG - GOD OF WEALTH MOUNTAIN B, L

07:45 – 08:15 The diver and tour guide pick up you from the hotel

09:15: Stop at the reception station of the tourist area, the group arranges their belongings, receives entrance tickets and prepares to start the trip for fun and relaxation.

09:30: The electric car takes the group to the "Dragon Ball" area with a large swimming pool and water games for children and adults.

Experience the winding, mysterious "lazy river" in the heart of Long Tien cave with a swimming float, relax with a Ficus massage chair , bathe in Turkish Sauna , Russian Sauna ,...

12:00: Buffet lunch and rest at the restaurant.

13:00: Continue the journey to explore the natural hot mineral lake , visit the water park, dinosaur park, watch 9D and 12D movies . Soak and enjoy boiled eggs in the mineral mine.

Or you can also choose to enjoy your own space, try the feeling of tea, milk, mud, coffee, wine bath services , or Onsen bath ,... (Self-paid)

In addition, Bird Nest Area is home to many great thrill rides for active young people.

14:30: The whole group moves to Dinosaur Park, the most attractive playground for children. There are many types of dinosaurs, always moving and making interesting sounds.

15:00 You also have the opportunity to visit tourist attractions such as: Son Than Temple, the largest natural stone bathtub in Vietnam. In the rich botanical garden there are trees such as: Rambutan Garden, Lychee Garden, Mango Garden, ... Promises to bring experiences that tourists love to go on Than Tai Mountain Tour.

16:00 The group gathers with the tour guide to leave Nui Than Tai, get on the bus and depart for Da Nang.

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DAY 10. DA NANG FREE DAY B

Have breakfast at the hotel.

Today is your free day, so you can take a rest at the hotel or start by enjoying the sunrise at My Khe Beach, feeling the fresh ocean breeze. Then, I explore Marble Mountains, admiring the stunning caves and pagodas. 

In the afternoon, I relax at a cozy café by the Han River, sipping Vietnamese coffee and watching the city life. To end the day, I take a stroll across the Dragon Bridge, amazed by its colorful lights.

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DAY 11. DA NANG, FLY TO HO CHI MINH (SAI GON) B

• Have breakfast at your hotel

• A car will pick you up and drive you to Danang Airport.

• Fly to Ho Chi Minh City. When you arrive at Tan Son Nhat Airport, a car will take you to your hotel in the city center.

• Move smoothly from the calm streets of Hoi An to the lively Ho Chi Minh City, ready for a new experience.

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DAY 12. HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNELS B, L

• Have Breakfast at your hotel

• At 8 am: Our driver and guide will meet you at your hotel in HCM city center and start the morning trip to visit Independence Palace ( also called the Reunification palace). This palace was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. It was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu and is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City. After the Independence Palace, our car will take you to visit the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum which has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.

• At about 12 pm: Enjoy local food at a local restaurant

• After lunch, we will depart for Cu Chi Tunnels(The trip takes approximately 1,5 hours car driving). Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will see a short introductory video about the tunnels. By watching this video, you can learn how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time.

• Then, with the guide, you will explore the remaining area and tunnel systems. This system includes the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs.

• Besides, you will also see many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, you will have a chance to taste a special tea and cassava ( these • are guerilla’s food during the war)

• Take a relax or you can try the real shooting gun.

After Cu Chi tunnels, transfer back to your hotel

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DAY 13. MEKONG DELTA FULL DAY B, L

• Have a breakfast at your hotel

• At 8:00 Leave the bustling Ho Chi Minh City behind and set off for My Tho, nestled by the Mekong River. Begin with a serene visit to the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda

• Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.Visit one of fishing pens and have a looks fishing boats parking here after catching in the sea and bustle of fishing dock.

• Crossing the large river to the otherside in Ben tre. Continue on Xep canals winding through coconut jungle and palm trees, mangro trees growing up wildly along the waterway. Change riding a hand-rowed sampan through canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside,

• Step ashore, get in the local houses to see bee farms made by farmers and enjoy some fruits, honey tea and listen to local music show as well.

• Hop on moto cart on village paths and visit the family coconut candy workshop, enjoy some sweets by the way.

• Have lunch at local restaurant

• Crossing back large Mekong river to pier in My Tho. Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City

Pick up tourist at MyTho whalf. Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.Visit one of fishing pens and have a looks fishing boats parking here after catching in the sea and bustle of fishing dock.

Crossing the large river to the otherside in Ben tre. Continue on Xep canals winding through coconut jungle and palm trees, mangro trees growing up wildly along the waterway. Change riding a hand-rowed sampan through canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside,

Step ashore, get in the local houses to see bee farms made by farmers and enjoy some fruits, honey tea and listen to local music show as well.

Hop on moto cart on village paths and visit the family coconut candy workshop, enjoy some sweets by the way. Have lunch at local restaurant with local Vietnam food.

Crossing back large Mekong river to pier in My Tho. Tour end

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DAY 14. HO CHI MINH FREE DAY B

Have breakfast at the hotel .

This is your free day leiure, you can visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about history and explore the vibrant atmosphere of Bến Thành Market. 

In the afternoon, I relax at a rooftop café, enjoying the view of the bustling city. 

As night falls, I take a walk along Nguyễn Huệ Walking Street, soaking in the lively energy and street performances.

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DAY 15. HO CHI MINH AIRPORT DROP OFF B

Breakfast at your Hotel.

You have free time until your driver arrives to pick you up from your hotel to take you to the airport for your onward flight.

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