You will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, explore the fascinating Old Quarter and its hundreds of specialty shops selling silk clothing, lacquer ware, embroidered linens and more. Also visit the Temple of Literature then watch a water puppet performance. Welcome dinner will be served at one of the nicest restaurants after a brief discussion on tour.
Day 02
Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Leaving for Halong Bay, enjoy the journey en route as the car weaves through the picturesque countryside landscapes. Arrive in Halong and board an overnight cruise for the great trip on the legendary Bay. Enjoy full board meals and many indoor and outdoor activities.
Day 03
Halong Bay – Hanoi – Flight to Da Nang – Hoi An (B)
Join a Tai Chi class in the early morning and have breakfast as your boat sails through the spectacular limestone rock formations back to the pier. Return to Hanoi airport for a flight to Danang. Upon arrival, a short road transfer takes you to the former trading town of Hoian.
Day 04
Hoi An Ancient Town (B, D)
Enjoy a half-day walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter visiting Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year old Tam Ky ancestral house and the Japanese Bridge. Following the tour there will be free time to shop or relax. In the evening, enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner at a restaurant.
Day 05
Hoi An – Free at Leisure (B)
Free at leisure in Hoian to enjoy swimming at the beach or relaxing & unwinding at your hotel.
Day 06
Hoian – Da Nang – Flight to Nha Trang (B)
Free at leisure until transfer to the airport for a short flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Free at leisure.
Your tour guide accompanies you on a leisurely boat ride to unspoiled Hon Tre Island and then continues to Hon Mun Island, the best island for snorkeling and scuba diving in Nha Trang. Stop for seafood lunch on the Island. In the afternoon, cruise back to the mainland to enjoy the hotel’s facilities.
Day 08
Nha Trang – Free at Leisure (B)
Today is a free day at leisure in Nha Trang for relaxing and unwinding at the resort overlooking the beautiful Bay. Snorkel or dive among the coral reefs in crystal blue waters, hike nature trails, cool off in your private plunge pool, indulge in spa treatments or just relax on the white sand beach and admire the unspoiled mountain and sea views.
Day 09
Nha Trang – Free at Leisure (B)
Free at leisure in Nha Trang for relaxing and unwinding at the resort overlooking the beautiful Bay.
Day 10
Nha Trang – Flight to Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Transfer to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Free to explore the city by yourself.
Day 11
Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)
Depending on your departure time, you will have some free time to relax or further explore this city on your own before a transfer to the airport for your departure flight.