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Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, and One Pillar Pagoda, followed by the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university founded in 1070. Explore a museum of your choice: Fine Arts, Vietnamese History, Revolution, Military History, or Ethnology. End the day at Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and the Old Quarter's 36 ancient streets for shopping or a stroll. Overnight in Hanoi
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Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay -Overnight on Boat- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, depart at 8:00 AM for a 3-hour drive to Ha Long Bay, passing the Red River Delta's scenic countryside. Upon arrival at 11:30 AM, board your cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and start sailing through the stunning bay while having lunch. In the afternoon, hike to a viewpoint for panoramic views, swim at a quiet beach, or relax on the sundeck. Visit a fishing village and, if weather permits, go kayaking. End the day with a delicious dinner on board, admire the sunset, and spend the night on the cruise in Ha Long Bay.
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Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Da Nang- (Breakfast/ Brunch)
Start your day with a refreshing Tai Chi session on the sundeck at dawn, followed by tea and coffee. Continue exploring Ha Long Bay, passing its iconic islets and highlights. After checking out at 9:30 AM, enjoy a buffet brunch as you cruise back to shore. Disembark at 11:00 AM and transfer to Hanoi Airport for a 1-hour 15-minute flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. Overnight in Da Nang.
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Day 4: Ba Na Hills – Golden Bridge – Hoi An – Da Nang- (Breakfast/ Lunch)
In the morning, after breakfast, depart for Ba Na Hills. Take a record-breaking cable car ride with stunning views of forests and waterfalls. Visit the famous Golden Bridge, Le Jardin, Ling Ung Pagoda, and explore the mountain peak at 1,487m. After lunch on Ba Na Hills, descend and transfer to Hoi An. In the afternoon, explore Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with highlights such as the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky House, Ong Temple, and the bustling local market. Overnight in Da Nang.
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Day 5: Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City- (Breakfast)
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Da Nang Airport for a 1.5-hour flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, meet your driver and guide for a city tour. Visit the Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica (under renovation until 2023), the colonial-era Saigon Post Office designed by Gustave Eiffel, and explore Cho Lon (Chinatown), including the Jade Emperor Temple, a rare Taoist site filled with incense and intricate carvings. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
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Day 6: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta -My Tho- (Breakfast)
After breakfast, travel through miles of rice fields to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl. In My Tho, board a motorboat to explore intricate canals, lush islands, and local life. Visit Thoi Son Island to enjoy traditional Southern music, then switch to a paddle boat to navigate narrow canals and visit households making coconut candy and rice wine. Continue to a bee farm to taste honey tea and fresh fruits. On the return journey, stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, a stunning Buddhist site with unique architectural styles. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
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Day 7: Ho Chi Minh – Phnom Penh-(Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to the bus station for a public bus to Phnom Penh, departing between 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Upon arrival at 2:00 PM, visit the Royal Palace, built by the French in 1866, and the Silver Pagoda, known for its floor made of 5,000 silver tiles and treasures such as a 90-kilo solid gold Buddha and an emerald Baccarat crystal Buddha. Continue to Wat Phnom Temple, the symbol of Phnom Penh, offering scenic views over the city’s tree-lined streets. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
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Day 8: Siem Reap – Angkor Thom – Angkor Wat- (Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to Siem Reap by private car. Upon arrival, visit the Floating Villages located 10 kilometers south of Siem Reap. Enjoy a traditional wooden boat ride on Tonle Sap, the largest lake in Asia, to witness the Khmer way of life. Then, visit Les Artisans d'Angkor – Chantiers Ecole, a center showcasing authentic Khmer arts and crafts. Overnight in Siem Reap.
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Day 9: Siem Reap-(Breakfast)
After breakfast, explore the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Angkorian Empire. Visit the Bayon Temple, known for its architectural complexity, and the Terrace of the Elephants, a 300-meter-long wall adorned with elephant carvings. Continue to the Royal Palace Area and Phimeanakas, a sandstone pyramid, followed by the Terrace of the Leper King, featuring intricate carvings of nagas, demons, and mythological beings. End the morning at Ta Prohm, where giant trees intertwine with the temple ruins. In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II as a dedication to the Hindu god Vishnu. The temple is a marvel of architectural design. You can also enjoy some free time at the Angkor Night Market to relax. Overnight in Siem Reap. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, enjoy some free time before we take you to the airport for your return flight. Thank you for choosing our tour! We’re glad to have served you and hope you had a fantastic experience. See you soon!