Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

8.30: In the morning, you have breakfast at your hotel before your private tour guide picks you up to start the Hanoi full-day city tour.

During the tour, we will visit several formal sanctuary sites where visitors should pay serious attention to the dress. In detail, shorts, mini skirts, or tank-top aren’t suitable when being in the worshipping/sanctuary area.

8.30-10.30: We will first visit Ho Chi Minh Complex which is an important place for pilgrimage. Ho Chi Minh (also known as Uncle Ho), the very first president of Vietnam and hero of the national revolution, devoted his life to liberate the Vietnamese people.

Firstly, you will enter the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum where you have a chance to admire the embalmed body of Uncle Ho. Actually, in the will, Uncle Ho asked for a simple funeral and wanted to be cremated, however, to let people from all the country and future generation can see him, the Mausoleum was built in 1973 with the great help of Soviet Union in order to preserve the body of Uncle Ho.

The Mausoleum is located on the Ba Dinh Square where President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence on Sep 2nd, 1945 – marking the establishment of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.

Walking through the Square, you will be the grand yellow building which is the Presidential Palace This building was designed by a German architect for a French Indochina Governor. Inaugurating in 1900 and completed in 1906, It was the most expensive construction at that time in Vietnam. The materials for construction like brick, wood were made in Vietnam while the steels, glasses… were brought from French and other countries.

Following the pathway with many giant trees, you will reach House 54 and House on stilt where Ho Chi Minh chose to live after refusing to stay at the Palace. These houses are excellent examples of uncle Ho’s simple life. Sometimes, it’s too simple to think it’s the house of a president.

On the way out, we will visit the One Pillar Pagoda which was built in 1049, under the reign of King Ly Thai Tong. Initially, the pagoda was likely to be a group of constructions including the main pagoda and a tower located in the heart of a square lake. The whole complex was formerly known as Dien Huu (meaning long-lasting happiness) pagoda and Lien Hoa (lotus flower) tower, but almost people have called the tower as the One-pillar pagoda.

10.30-12.00: Our city tour continues visiting the Museum of Ethnology which is the largest museum in Hanoi with both indoor and outdoor exhibitions. The Museum provides in-depth information about 54 different ethnic groups in the whole country of Vietnam. In fact, the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology plays an important role in preserving and presenting the cultural heritage of various ethnic groups which has been faded by modern life.

12.30: Lunch will be served at a local restaurant with Vietnamese traditional food.

14.00: After taking a rest, you will pay a visit to the Temple of Literature dating back to the 1070s. The Temple of Literature is a place to worship Confucius as well as reflect the influence of Confucianism over the imperial society. Besides the role of a temple, it is considered as the first university in Vietnam where thousands of talented students were trained. Therefore, there are many students now coming here to pray before participating in the examination.

15.30: We will head to visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on a small island in the middle of West Lake which is the biggest lake in Hanoi. Being famous for sacred sanctuary and stunning scenery, Tran Quoc Pagoda has become a favorite place both for sightseeing and praying especially in special festivals such as Tet holiday and full moon days. Therefore, when visiting this 1500-year-old pagoda, you have a chance to watch local people practicing their religion and belief.

Tran Quoc pagoda is the final destination of the city tour. After that, you will be driven back to your hotel. The rest of the day is your free time. It is recommended for you to stroll around Hanoi’s Old Quarter and taste local street food.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

7.30-8.00: Breakfast is served at your hotel. After that, our tour guide and driver will pick you up to start the excursion to Ninh Binh which is around 100 km far from Hanoi.

Along the way, you will have a short break for refreshment.

10.15: The first stop in Ninh Binh is Hoa Lu ancient capital which was the first capital of Vietnam. You will be told lots of interesting stories about this old center and the reasons why the capital was removed from here to Hanoi in 1010.
Hoa Lu is also famous for King Dinh Temple and King Le Temple which were built to honor the first and second King in the Vietnamese Imperial Dynasty respectively.

11.30: We will move to Tam Coc to have lunch in a local restaurant. There will be time for you to take a rest after lunch.

13.00: Next, we go to Tam Coc wharf where you will embark on a boat whose maximum capacity is to carry 4 people. You will be rowed along the river flowing around large limestone mountains, flanked by golden rice fields in the harvest seasons in June and September. The 1.5-hour boat trip will orderly take you to visit “Tam Coc” (meaning three grottoes) of Hang Ca (the first grotto), Hang Hai (the second grotto), and Hang Ba (the third grotto). All 3 caves follow the winding river and pierce through the rocky mountains. Over millions of years of creation under the hands of nature, the cave still retains its pristine appearance.

15.40: After picking a modern bicycle, you will start cycling around the tranquil rural village to enjoy the magnificent scenery in the area called “The Halong Bay on land”.

16.30: We get on the bus to come back Hanoi.

18.30: The tour will end after you are dropped at your hotel in Hanoi.

You can spend the rest of the day to enjoy the nightlife in the Old Quarter. Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Cruise in Halong Bay

08.00: You have breakfast at your hotel in the morning and prepare your luggage before our tour guide and driver pick you up, followed by a transfer of 3.5 hours to Halong Bay. Along the way, we will have a short break for refreshments so that you can go to the bathroom. After that, we go straight to the harbor where the cruise is waiting for you.

Halong Bay is a large area consisting of thousands of limestone mountains rising above the emerald water. Thanks to its pristine beauty, Halong Bay is recognized by UNESCO as one of Seven Wonders in the world.

12.00: After reaching the harbor, you will be welcomed at the waiting room first for check-in while waiting for the cruise to finish the last preparation.

After you embark on the cruise, you will be greeted by friendly smiles from captain and crews, followed by a welcome drink. Then, we will gather at the dining room to hear about the introduction of cruise and briefing of safety information.

A special lunch will be served on board while the cruise is sailing further to the Bay. After lunch, you can relax in your own cabin before joining interesting activities for the rest of the day.

In the afternoon, when the cruise stays at the calm water, you can go for swimming or kayaking.

After around 1 hour for recreational activities, we will get back to the cruise for relaxation, and of course, admire the most beautiful sunset ever in Halong Bay on the sundeck. Before the dinner is served, there will be a Cooking Demonstration in which you will be taught how to cook Vietnamese traditional food. Then, enjoy the superb dinner in the dining room or on the deck (if possible).

In the evening, you can join the dancing and singing with other guests from different countries in the world that would be a good opportunity to make new friends. Otherwise, you can choose to relax at your own cabin or on the deck to immerse yourself into the peaceful atmosphere in the Bay at night.

In the late afternoon, you can try your luck by participating in squid fishing with the help from crew members.

Overnight on the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phu Quoc

6.30: A Tai Chi session in the early morning is the perfect way to start your new day in Halong Bay. Tai Chi is a gently physical exercise focusing on deep breathing and relaxation with slow movements of the whole body. As a form of martial art, Tai Chi is extremely beneficial for your health as it helps to reduce stress and recharge the mood. It is a pity if you don’t wake up early enough and join the session.

7.00-8.00: Breakfast is served while you can enjoy the magnificent sunrise in the Bay.

After breakfast, we will visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave which is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay with the shimmer of various stalactites transforming into countless strange and unique shapes moving in a dream-like world. Anyone who has ever come here would definitely feel “surprised’.

Next, we will move to a fishing village surrounded by the fence of mountains. Visitors will be fascinated by the beauty of the bamboo boat parked in front of the house, the rafters tied together to resist storms. Local people are innocent fishermen and dark-skinned children with the hospitality showing you how their life is going on the Bay. All of these components make full of pristine features of a fishing village on the sea.

10.30: We will be back to enjoy the last moments on the Bay with a traditional lunch while the cruise is sailing to the harbor.

11.45-12.00: we will disembark the cruise. Our overnight cruise ends here.

After that, you will be escorted to the Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi to take a domestic flight to Phu Quoc island.
After a bit more than a 2-hour flight, you will arrive on Phu Quoc island located in Southern Vietnam. You will be welcomed by our tour guide and driver who will be waiting for you at the arrival gate, followed by a transfer to the center for hotel check-in.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Phu Quoc

Today is your own time to explore the beautiful island of Phu Quoc which is a rising star in Vietnam tourism. This island offers many things for you to do. You can refer to these recommended activities below:

Going to Ham Ninh fishing village to enjoy the most stunning sunrise in Phu Quoc island

Phu Quoc Prison Museum is a must-visit site if you are interested in history. Phu Quoc prison was used during the Vietnam War to detain and torture Viet Cong and political prisoners. This museum at the present preserves real torture instruments, photos of former prisoners, and shows brutal methods that were used to punish.

The Amusement Park managed by Vinpearl Land Phu Quoc is well-known for its various recreational activities containing a water park with plenty of games, arcade centers, an aquarium, and shopping streets with delicious food It’s an incredible resort that is absolutely the best family-friendly entertainment center on Phu Quoc Island.

Shopping at local markets: Duong Dong market- the central market in Phu Quoc island where local people sells various fresh seafood. Opposite to the Duong Dong market, the Phu Quoc night market is the place to sell local street food and souvenirs. You can come here to sit and drink beer, eat barbecue in the evening with family and friends.

Phu Quoc Dog Farm: One of the "treasures" that anyone visiting Phu Quoc would like to bring back. The Ridgeback dog is particularly clever and good at hunting. Coming to Phu Quoc Dog Farm you will learn a lot of interesting things about this dog such as the ability to climb, swim, hunt ...

Beach, Beach, Beach: There are many white sandy beaches with stunning turquoise water such as Long Beach, Bai Sao, Bai Khem, so on.
Snorkeling or scuba diving to watch corals in An Thoi archipelago. Corals are only 1-2m from the surface of the water, diving down into the water to see the whole other world in the ocean.

Visit safari Phu Quoc to watch wild animals.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

The second day in Phu Quoc is still your free day until our driver picks you up, then transfer you to the Phu Quoc airport. You will take a 1-hour flight to Ho Chi Minh city.

Welcome upon your arrival in Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Sai Gon), our driver will meet you at the airport arrival, then escort you to the city center for hotel check-in.

Overnight in HCM city.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

8.30: After having breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up by our tour guide and driver. Then, we head to Cu Chi Tunnels which are about 70 km far from the city center.

Cu Chi Tunnels are a “creative and unique battlefield” with 250 km of tunnel spreading like a maze underground. Many constructions were built inside the tunnels, serving the living and fighting needs of the army and people of Cu Chi such as trenches, mounds, cellars, sleeping, meetings, daily activities, military-medical, food warehouses, wells, Hoang Cam stove, …

The deepest layer of the Tunnel is 8-10 m from the ground. Moreover, there are many traps around the entrance which are covered carefully by leaves. You also are amazed at how the Cu Chi people and army built tunnels against sabotage tactics from enemies such as using water, using “rats” troops, or using professional dogs to destroy the tunnels.

What’s more, is that you can try to shoot in the shooting field at the Sports Defense Shooting School. After you have selected the appropriate gun, you will be specifically instructed to practice test shots on animal steles.

12.00: On the way back to the city, we will have lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will visit the Reunification Palace in the city center which is the symbol of victory and peace. Because this construction witnesses the end of the Vietnam War lasting from 1954 to 1975.

15.30: We go back to your hotel. To make the best use of the rest of the day, you should stroll around the city to taste some street food and local drinks, especially a cup of ice milk coffee.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

08.00: After you enjoy breakfast at your hotel, our tour guide and driver will pick you up at the lobby to start an excursion exploring the Mekong Delta area.

The first place in our tour is the Cai Be floating market. Known as one of the most bustling places for trading, the Cai Be floating market has been attracting thousands of trading boats coming here to exchange goods. You will find it very interesting when all the items are sold on small boats on the river. Each boat sells different products but mainly fruits, with the price is quite cheap compared to the rest of Vietnam, each boat has a bamboo stick to hang their products on so that you can see what they are selling from a far distance. Besides, you also enjoy a lot of delicious dishes at Cai Be floating market right on the small boats on the river such as Banh Canh, congee, vermicelli, coffee, iced tea ...

Afterward, we will visit a handicraft village where you can watch people making rice paper which is used to cook spring rolls and some traditional cakes. Moreover, these products like fish sauce, soya sauce, cooking salt are also made locally.

At noon, there is a lunch at a local restaurant with a variety of local dishes.

After lunch, we will embark a local boat going through narrow canals to see the traditional wooden houses, palm trees, and daily activities like fishing and harvesting fruits in the Mekong Delta areas. Moreover, if possible, we will get in a local garden to visit the picturesque orchards and sample the freshly picked fruit from the invitation of friendly local farmers.

The boat trip will end at 15.30 in Vinh Long Town. Then, we drive back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight in the city.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: No

Have breakfast at your hotel and enjoy the very last moments on the 10-day trip in Vietnam. You should ensure to pack your luggage carefully, especially your passport and valuable belongings. About 3 hours before the flight departure time, our driver will pick you up at your hotel to escort you to the Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City for your flight back to your sweet home or next destinations.

This is also the end of Vietnam Holiday 10 days 9 nights tour. It’s our big honor to be your Tour Operator in Vietnam, we hope you have had a memorable trip with us. Thank you so much for giving us your trust, we wish you the best of lucks. See you again.