Explore Best of Vietnam – A 5 Nights Travel Itinerary 5 Nights / 6 Days

Welcome to Vietnam! On arrival in Hanoi, you will be collected (car & driver only) from the airport & transferred to a hotel.

All half-day is yours to explore this fascinating city & its bustling streets. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, which is Vietnam’s first university, and it was founded in the 16th century. Another great insight into the character and history of the city, continuing a Cyclo tour (USD 6 PP Extra) through the Old Quarter, before moving on to Dong Xuan Market with its bustling stalls and brisk trading of day-to-day local goods.

Day 1: Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay Adventure

08:00 – 08:30
If you book a transfer service, your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Guests staying outside the Old Quarter will be provided with a meeting point.

12:15 – 12:30
Arrive and check in aboard the cruise with a warm welcome drink. The manager will provide a safety briefing as the boat sets sail toward the stunning **Bai Tu Long Bay**.

13:15
Kickstart your vacation with a delicious lunch at the onboard restaurant, savouring the flavours of Vietnamese cuisine.

15:30
Marvel at the stunning **Thien Canh Son Cave **, situated at the mountaintop. With such geological and aesthetic value, it is a photographer’s delight! Please don’t forget your camera and hiking boots!

17:30
Witness the “cherry on the cake”-or rather, a grand finale to the day-“happy hour” with “free-flowing cocktails and fruits”; a perfect moment to chill out.

18:00
Participate in a lively cooking class on the sundeck to learn how to prepare Vietnamese deep-fried spring rolls.

19:30
Enjoy a wonderful dinner amidst the stars or in the restaurant.

21:00
Sit on the boat, attend squid fishing sessions at the Reception deck, or enjoy the peaceful surroundings. End your evening surrounded by the quiet splendour of Halong Bay.

Day 2: Exploring Bai Tu Long Bay and Halong Bay

6:30 AM
Start your day with a calming Tai Chi session on the deck. It’s a peaceful way to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the bay.

7:00 AM
Have a light breakfast in the dining area to prepare for the day’s adventures.

7:45 AM
Visit the fascinating Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village, one of the largest traditional fishing communities in Halong Bay. Here, you can learn about the lives of local fishermen and take a relaxing bamboo boat ride or try kayaking in the stunning scenery.

9:00 – 9:30 AM
Return to the main boat to unwind and prepare for check-out. Place your luggage outside your cabin door, and the crew will help take it to the harbour.

9:45 AM
Enjoy a delicious brunch at the restaurant while the boat returns to the harbour.

11:00 AM
Get off the boat at the harbour, wrapping up your fantastic time in Bai Tu Long and Halong Bay.

11:30 AM
If you’re using the transport service, it’s time to head back to Hanoi. You’ll arrive at your hotel or meeting point in the Old Quarter around

2:15 – 2:30 PM
Remember to cherish the stunning beauty and cultural experiences from your journey!

Enjoy an easy private tour with a drop off in Hanoi and a pick up in Danang. Explore Coconut Forest by basket boat. Experience the mystique of Hoi An Ancient Town on a lantern boat cruise. Spend a night over in Danang.

Breakfast at the hotel before heading out to Ba Na Hills – King Mountain, the second DaLat/ Sapa in Central Vietnam. You will appreciate the heights of the most modern cable car system in Southeast Asia and will visit Dream Stream Cable Car Station. After finishing the first cable car, you will visit France’s wine cellar, Linh Ung Pagoda, and then observe the panorama of Danang City.

Further, visit one of the world’s greatest places in 2018 – The Golden Bridge before returning to Danang.

After the breakfast, the driver will escort you to Danang Airport for your return flight. Cherish the unforgettable memories as you bid farewell to your incredible Vietnam tour.