Vietnam is a Southeast Asian country known for its beaches, rivers, Buddhist pagodas and bustling cities. Hanoi, the capital, pays homage to the nation’s iconic Communist-era leader, Ho Chi Minh, via a huge marble mausoleum. Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) has French colonial landmarks, plus Vietnamese War history museums and the Củ Chi tunnels, used by Viet Cong soldiers. 

DAY 01: HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY

Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. Ha Long Bay is a beautiful natural wonder in northern Vietnam, near the Chinese border. The Bay is dotted with 1,600 limestone islands and islets and covers an area of over 1,500 sq km. This extraordinary area was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.Around 200 species of fish, 500 species of mollusc, 400 species of arthropod (prawns, crabs) and numerous hard and soft corals live in the waters here, while larger marine animals in the area include seals and three species of dolphin.

DAY 02: LAN HA BAY – HANOI

Lan Ha Bay belongs to the Cat Ba Archipelago off the northeastern coast of Vietnam. As part of the Cat Ba National Park, to the Southern part of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay offers breathtaking natural beauty and a peaceful escape that would be similar to Halong Bay.Around 200 species of fish, 500 species of mollusc, 400 species of arthropod (prawns, crabs) and numerous hard and soft corals live in the waters here, while larger marine animals in the area include seals and three species of dolphin.

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food.

DAY 03: NINH BINH – HOA LU – HANG MUA – TAM COC

Ninh Bình is a small city in the Red River Delta of northern Vietnam. It is the capital of Ninh Bình Province.Ninh Binh is a province located in the northern region of Vietnam, approximately 90 kilometers south of Hanoi. It is famed for its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and unique cultural heritage.

Hoa Lư is a district of Ninh Bình province in the Red River Delta region of Vietnam. Before 1010, Hoa Lư served as the capital of Đại Cồ Việt. The ancient capital of Hoa Lư is located in Trường Yên Commune. 

Located in Khe Dau Ha village in Hoa Lu district, Múa Cave is approximately 10 km southwest of Ninh Binh city. The Hang Múa observation deck on the lefthand fork of the stairs is 142m high and 800m wide, renovated and opened for tourism in 2000.

Steps lead to Hang Mua was imitated from architecture of Great Wall of China with 486 stone steps.

DAY 04: HANOI CITY TOUR

many cultural, historical, and architectural landmarks, Hanoi offers visitors a rich tapestry of experiences. Some notable landmarks in the city include Hoan Kiem Lake, a serene oasis steeped in legend, and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, which stands in Ba Dinh Square as a revered symbol.It was the main capital of Vietnam until 1802, when the Nguyen dynasty transferred the capital south to Hue. Under French rule Hanoi again became an important administrative centre, and in 1902 it was made the capital of French Indochina.Hanoi means City of Lakes.

Day 05: HANOI DEPARTURE

After breakfast have free time for shopping for local products, shoes, garments, souveniour to bring back home. Hanoi Departure: We will transfer you to Noibai international airport for your flight back home.