17 days - Private Vietnam 17 Days - The magical journey of a little family

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 ........ 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. HANOI CITY FULL DAY B, L

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• At 8:00 AM, the tour guide picks you up from your hotel for a full day exploring Hanoi.

• Start at the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Remember to dress modestly, covering shoulders to knees. Visit the Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, and Stilt House. 

Note: The Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, and from June 15th to August 15th for annual maintenance; however, you can still take photos and explore the surrounding area.

• Next, see the unique One Pillar Pagoda set in tranquil gardens.

• Visit the Temple of Literature, known for its well-preserved architecture and historical significance.

• Enjoy a local lunch at a nearby restaurant.

• After lunch, if it’s Monday or the Ethnology Museum is otherwise closed, visit the Women’s Museum instead to explore exhibits on the life and history of Vietnamese women.

• Experience the bustling Hanoi Train Street and the Old Quarter with the serene Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake.

• End the day with a Water Puppet Show, a traditional Vietnamese art form.

• Return to your hotel , filled with memories of Hanoi’s rich culture and history.

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DAY 3. HA NOI - HA LONG BAY B, L, D

8:00 – 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 4. HA LONG BAY - HA NOI 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.

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DAY 5. HA NOI – HOA LU – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR B, L

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• At 8:00AM, Our guide and driver pick you up from your hotel for a journey to Ninh Binh.

• Upon arrival, visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Explore the historic Dinh and Le Temples, dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang and Emperor Le Dai Hanh, respectively. These temples showcase traditional Vietnamese architecture and offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s rich imperial past.

• Have lunch at a local restaurant.

• Visit UNESCO-listed Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. Here, you'll embark on a mesmerizing boat ride, gliding through crystal-clear waters flanked by towering limestone karsts and lush vegetation. This journey through Trang An’s caves and grottoes offers not only a visual feast but also a serene escape into the heart of Vietnam's natural beauty.

Get back to the car then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

• Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi.

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DAY 6. NINH BINH - CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK - HA NOI B, L

• Have breakfast at the hotel and check out early.

• At 08.00 AM pick up from your hotel in Ninh Binh, then transfer to Cuc Phuong National Park.

• Visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center.

• Have lunch at Cuc Phuong local restaurant.

• After having lunch, depart to the Park Center, on the way visit the Cave of Early Man (had over 7000 year), on the way admire the primary forest with 1000 year Old Tree.

• Transfer to back to Ha Noi

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DAY 7. HA NOI – FLY TO DA NANG B

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• Free time until our driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer to Noi Bai Airport.

• Take off on a short flight to Da Nang.

• Upon landing at Da Nang International Airport, meet up our driver, we will provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Da Nang, where you'll spend the night. This seamless journey brings you from the bustling capital to the serene ambiance of Da Nang, preparing you for a new chapter of exploration.

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

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• 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, filled with memories from your sky-high adventure and the spectacular sights.

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DAY 9. HOI AN WALKING TOUR & BASKET BOAT TOUR B, L

•Breakfast at your hotel.

•At 8:00 AM, start your exploration of 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.

• Moving to 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..

• Have lunch at local restaurant

•Return to your hotel

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DAY 10. DA NANG - FLY TO NHA TRANG B

• Have breakfast at the hotel

• when the time comes, the driver will pick you up to the Da Nang airport.

• You'll take a 1-hour flight to Nha Trang. 

• Upon arrival, our driver will pick you up and transfer to a hotel. 

• The rest of the day is at your leisure. You can utilize the complimentary shuttle bus service provided by the hotel to access the beach.

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DAY 11. NHA TRANG RAFTING TOUR B, L

• 9:00: Pick up at your hotel (Nha Trang) and depart to the start point for rafting.

The start point is about 40 km from Nha Trang city, namely Khanh Vinh district, where resided by most ethnic minority people (the Ragley). It takes approximately 1 hour to get to the start point) 

• 10:30: start rafting downstream to the lunch point. Visit the local orchard along the way (optional).

The river along this area is protected by the local people as they use the river water for cooking and daily activities. Guests can wallow in cool water with views of mountains, trees and birds. (Takes about 1 hour to get to the point lunch) 

Before lunch, (depend on the timing & season) we have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fruits such as grapefruit, oranges, rambutan, durian, mango plum, jackfruit, dragon fruit ... (seasonal). Lunch lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours) 

• 14:00: Continue to raft downstream to the end point. 

This is the calm part of the river, where guests can participate in some activities. (Activities on the river is a very good opportunity for teambuilding); applied when number of guests is from 6 on up and requested by the team leader).

• 15.00: Pick up guests and return to your hotel in the City.

• 16.00 Arrive at the hotel 

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DAY 12. NHATRANG DISCOVERY WITH THE EMPEROR CRUISE B, L

• 07h45 – 08h15: Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Nha Trang Port to board the Emperor Cruises.

• 08h30 – 09h45: Arrival at the port where you will be greeted by the Experiences Manager with a welcome drink. Introduction to Nha Trang Bay, the locals, the food, the culture, the emperor, safety precautions, and the Emperor Cruises Junk. Start cruising through the spectacular landscape of Nha Trang Bay.

• 09h45 – 11h45: Continue to cruise pass by the Tam, Mot, in Nha Trang Bay while guitar player will bring you deep in classical music. Your destination is Mini Beach in Mieu Island. Arrive at Mini Beach where you can either go swimming, kayaking, snorkeling and enjoy some drinks and fruits. Alternatively, just relax under the big trees, enjoying the stunning views of the bay and Emperor Cruises’ sails against the clear blue waters of the bay. Besides, there are many other activites on the beach which you can join such as Diving, Jetski, Para sailing and Banana boat (exclusion in price).

• 11h45 – 13h30: After so much activity, you will surely be hungry. It’s time to go back the boat. You will be served a sumptuous set lunch on board with local beers, soft drink, fine wine, or premium spirits as the boat anchors near Hon Tre Island with its tranquil lagoon. Af the lunch, guesst and relax and go finish ing on boat.

• 13h30 – 14h00: Take a rest and fishing.

• 14h00 – 14h30: Visiting Fish farm for exploring the beautiful landscape by basket boat surrounding the finish villlage.

• 14h30 – 15h00: Cruise back to Nha Trang Harbor passing Vung Ngan floating village and Vinpearl Island, before catching a glimpse of the Bao Dai Villas as we return to the mainland.

• 15h00: At the port your Emperor Cruises Van will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

Note: The cruising itinerary is subject to change due to the weather.The tours' time table could be revised earlier or later 30 minutes which are depended on the day's weather and water conditions. All customers will get the last confirmation of pick up time one day before the cruising date. 

WHAT TO TAKE ON THE DAY CRUISE Guests should dress comfortably in casual clothing and bring along: • Camera and/or video recorder • A swimsuit on sunny days • Shoes (for trekking) and sweater (for cooler days or evenings) • A cap or hat • Suntan lotion • Weather and sea conditions can change quickly and guests are advised to take an extra tshirt in case they get wet.

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DAY 13. DISCOVER THE VINPEARLLAND AMUSEMENT PARK B, L

• Have breakfast at the hotel.

• Start from your hotel at 9.00 am, our car & guide meets & transfers you to Phu Quy Tourism Pier, where you can take the cable car to the Vinpearlland Amusement Park.

• Discover this exciting amusement park, Vinpearlland by the cable cars over Nhatrang Bay with the longest distance in the world. It takes about 10 minutes by cable car to the park. 

• Then you can spend whole day participating & enjoying all attractive, exciting activities & games there such as Compact coaster, Swing Carousel, Evolution, Merry-go-round, 4D Movies, Bumpers Cars, Crazy Bull riding, all 3D & Video games, Children Paradise & Kid Garden, Newly opened water park & 

• Have lunch in the park. 

• Tour ends . Car & guide will transfer you back to the hotel.

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DAY 14. NHA TRANG - FLY TO HO CHI MINH 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 flight.

• Upon landing at Tan Son Nhat 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. 

We will provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel located in central of Ho Chi Minh. After checking in, the remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the vibrant city.

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DAY 15. HO CHI MINH - CAI BE - FLOATING MARKET – CU LAO- AN BINH - VINH LONG B, L

• Have a breakfast at your hotel

• At 8:00 AM our driver and tour guide will pick up and transfer to Cai Be tourist wharf. Depart by tourist boat along Cai Be river to visit the floating market - a typical cultural feature of the Southern river region.

- The boat takes visitors to visit and enjoy the specialties of local traditional craft villages: rice paper kilns, candy kilns, green rice kilns, or longan drying kilns...

- Go along the village road (about 5 minutes) to the honey tea drinking spot, taking advantage of the many fruit gardens where people have developed beekeeping. Visitors will be introduced to how to raise bees for honey and enjoy honey tea

● The boat goes upstream across the windy Tien River

● Visitors will arrive at Tan Phong Islet with many delicious fruit gardens. Rowing boat takes visitors to the small canal (about 20 minutes) and walk in the fruit garden (about 10 minutes) . Visitors can enjoy fruit in the garden.

● Have lunch at a local restaurant. 

● Up the Tien River, visitors have lunch at the garden house

Vinh Long Wharf is where visitors are seen off after the tour

On the way back, visitors can admire My Thuan Suspension Bridge across the Tien River

Transfer back to a hotel in Ho Chi Minh.

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DAY 16. 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 17. 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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