Explore Vietnam Deeper: Mountains, Culture & Cities in 10 Days

Hanoi arrival – Car to hotel. 

13:30 Get pick up at your hotel to visit Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century

15:15 Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum, which was originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton”.

16:15 -16:30 Drop off at meeting point.

08:00 – 08:30 Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from various hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. There will be some  stops along the way for you in a few minutes.

11:30 – 12:00 When arriving at Halong International Cruise Port you are welcomed with a nice smile from our staff, you will check in, get on the board, enjoy a welcome drink, when the manager or tour guide introduces the itinerary before discovering Halong Bay.

12:10 The cruise departs from Halong International Cruise Port for a joyful journey to discover the beauty of the world heritage. One of the seven wonders of the word recognized by UNC. Along the way, you will have many chances to pass through the grandeur of Ha Long Bay with thousands of limestone islands such as: Hon Ga Choi, hon Dinh Huong, hon Cay Dua…… One of the symbols of Ha Long Bay.

12:30 Have a huge buffet lunch with a variety of dishes including seafood and Vietnamese traditional food.

13:30 The cruise heads to Sung Sot Cave/Surprising Cave. Our tour guide will take you to visit the cave, which is the largest and the most beautiful cave in HaLong Bay. After Mountaineering about 250 steps. To the cave gate. You will be amazed by the majestic nature. 

14:30 The cruise heads to Luon Cave. In this area, you will have 2 options: kayaking or bamboo boat. Explore the captivating surroundings and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area.

15:30 The last destination is Titov Island. On this island, you can climb halfway up the mountain and be above to see the Panorama view of HaLong Bay from above with a wonderful sensation. In addition, you can choose to swim on the long white sand at Titov Island.

16:30 After that, you will get back to the cruise and ready for our Sunset Party. Vietnamese tea, cake, fresh fruits, and snacks will be served when you’re relaxing on the sundeck or in the infinity pool. The cruise will pass by the islands of Ha Long Bay on the way back.

17:30 – 18h00 When you return to Halong International Cruise Port, you will travel to Ha Noi by shuttle.

20:15 – 20:45 Tour guide will drop you off in Hanoi Old Quarter

You can take rest or take shower at Lily’s Travel while waiting for the cabin bus to Sapa. Have overnight cabin bus to Sapa at 10PM.

If you go to Sapa by overnight sleeping bus or cabin bus, you will arrive in Sapa town at 4AM. You can rest in the office until the tour guide picks you up at ~6AM. Our guide takes you to have breakfast.

08:30  Start the day with a private car and a private guide to visit Cat Cat village, the home of the Black Hmong people.  

You will have a journey through a beautiful landscape surrounded by rice paddy terraces and mountains covered by rainforests under the protection of Hoang Lien National Park. Also, you will hear about the lifestyle and traditions of Back Hmong and Giay minorities..

Following a road going downhill to Cat Cat village, you will stop by a waterfall and a hydroelectric station for a while before continuing the trek on a dirt trail through rice paddy terraces. You will also enjoy spectacular scenery while walking along a narrow river.

It also offers some stunning views of a picturesque waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was built in the early 20th century.

After that, guide takes you for lunch at local restaurant.

Continue to Moana Café near Sapa town, a cozy cafe known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lush landscapes. With a relaxed atmosphere, Moana Café is a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of Sapa. You can also take time to take photos of the statute and the view to post on social media.

8:30-9:00 Our local guide will pick you up for breakfast and ride you to the Fansipan cable car station.

You can reach Fansipan peak by cable car in two ways. The cable car journey takes 15 minutes in three climbs, which took two to four days as before. The journey is not too long, but it is enough for visitors to admire the beautiful natural landscape at an altitude of thousands of meters. It is the primitive forest Hoang Lien Son, poetic Muong Hoa, the magnificent Hoang Lien Son mountain range, etc.

The higher you go, the more clouds you see. The temperature will also decrease, and the wind can make your cable swing a little. Please don’t be afraid. It is just a little challenge for your courage!

After arriving at the station, visitors will take about 20–30 minutes to climb 600 more ladders to reach the top of Fansipan Peak and touch the landmark on the roof of Indochina. Besides the Fansipan peak, you can also visit the beautiful Fansipan Legend with Bamboo Garden, Bao An Thien Tu, Bich Van Thien, restaurants, shopping centers, etc.

After that, guide takes you for lunch at local restaurant.

Enjoy the scenic drive as you ascend one of the highest mountain passes in Vietnam. The O Quy Ho Pass offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and lush valleys.

Heaven Gate is one of the most well-known attractions in Sapa. Once visiting this breathtaking sight, travelers had a great chance to experience themselves that Sapa is not only famous for the bewitching beauty of rice terraced fields or colorful ethnic minority groups but also a plenty of other alluring scenic spots.

Return to Sapa then take cabin bus back to Ha Noi.

07:30–8:00 Get picked up by our friendly guide in your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in Lily’s office in Hoan Kiem district, then depart for Ninh Binh province

09:15 Have a short break for 15–20 minutes to relax

10:30 Visit Hoa Lu, ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

11:45 Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, etc. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch

13:00 Visit Trang An, which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system, so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the 2016 New Version of Kong, “Skull Island”. With 2 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.

14:30 Continue the tour for 45 mins – cycling around the village to discover the lives of the local people.

15:45 Get back to the transportation, then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). If you walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

17:00 Get on the transportation to return to Hanoi.

You can take rest or take shower at Lily’s Travel while waiting for the cabin bus to Da Nang.

12:00–12:15 The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (Da Nang area).

Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle. As a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will learn traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities that are fun, safe, interesting and suitable for everybody.

About 14:30 pm Visit the next destination, Hoi An Old Town.

Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees make offerings.

You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses, such as Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House, that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. You will especially enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.

Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.

Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.

Dinner with Hoi A specialty food.

18:00 Enjoy your time with the boat ride on the Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best luck for you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.

18:30 pm – Return to your hotel.

07:00 – 08:00 Pick up at HOTEL. Depart to Ba Na Hills. 

09:00 Arrive at the cable car station Suoi Mo, up the cable car route that achieves 4 world records.

09:30 Freedom check-in the 150-meter long “Golden Bridge” supported by the huge hands. Visit the Le Jardin, Debay Wine Cellar of French. Visit the Linh Ung pagoda, admire the 27m high Buddha statue, Loc Uyen Garden, Quan Am Cac. Continue to Gare Debay use the second cable car route to go to the top of Ba Na. 

The tour guide will take guests to visit Fantasy Park, join in adventurous, fun, and modern games such as Love Swing, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Bumper Car, Ghost House…

11:30 Have lunch buffet at Restaurant

12:30 Freedom to rest. Conquer the Peak of Chua mountain at the height of 1,487m – Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple. Enjoy the panorama view of the Da Nang City and Da Nang Bay

14:30 Return to cable car station and back to Da Nang

15:00 Shopping Local Specialities. Send – off at HOTEL

Flight from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City – Airport transfer 2 ways

7:30 Our guide picks you up at your hotel to go to Cu Chi Tunnel for one and a half hours by minivan.

The peacefully rural rice paddy scenery contains ducks and water buffalo swimming in the rivers along the side of the road. You will find it hard to imagine the destruction, damage, and defoliation all over the region, caused by bombing and mnes, when Cu Chi was “A Free Target Zone “. In the remembrances, you will see that Cu Chi still has her evidence to prove the battle that took place there. Ever wonder what it feels like to live in the Cu Chi Tunnels? You have a chance to find out!

Shooting bullets is an additional cost.

Afternoon: We will depart from Cu Chi to Ho Chi Minh City for two hours. On the way to My Tho, we stop at a restaurant to have lunch.

Upon arrival at My Tho City, the boat takes you to a small canal, which is the place where you totally escape from the busy town. The boat cruise in the coconut trees canal takes you to a coconut island in Ben Tre. We disembark and take a walk around the village. Stop at a local family to enjoy tropical fruit, taste honey tea and honey wine, and listen to Vietnamese traditional music performed by the villagers.

Continue walking on the village’s road to the coconut candy shop, learn how to make candy, and see some handicrafts made by coconut trees. Take a walk through a village with two sides. There are so many kinds of fruits, flowers, trees, local houses, and children in the Mekong Delta. Take your time to take nice Suchin Traphotos and enjoy the scenery.

17:00–17:30 Going back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Airport transfer by car (no guide) – Fly back home