8-Day Vietnam Adventure: Highlights & Hidden Gems

Your journey begins in Hanoi, the charming capital of Vietnam. Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in the Old Quarter.
Spend the rest of the day exploring Hanoi’s culture and history at your own pace.
Suggestions: Explore nearby attractions like Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and Dong Xuan Market.
(Optional: Attend a traditional Water Puppet Show, a unique cultural performance from Northern Vietnam)
Included: Private airport transfer
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Have breakfast at hotel
Morning: Depart for Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone islands.
Afternoon: Board your cruise ship and savor a delicious lunch while cruising through the bay. Later, explore Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest caves in Ha Long Bay, during this Vietnam adventure travel experience.
Evening: Relax on the deck as the sun sets over the bay, enjoying dinner on board and optional activities like squid fishing.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Entrance fees, Tour guide Squid fishing, Shuttle bus
Accommodation: Overnight on Halong Cruise

Morning: Greet the new day on the sundeck with Tai Chi Exercise. 
After breakfast, kayak or take a small boat to visit the Floating Villages, where locals live and work on the water.

Afternoon: Visit Ti Tov Island for swimming and relaxation. Continue cruising to explore uninhabited islands or hidden beaches, making this an unforgettable day of your 8-day Vietnam adventure.

Evening: Return to the harbor and transfer back to Hanoi.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee, Tour guide, Kayaking, Boat trip, Shuttle bus, Tai Chi exercise on the cruise
Accommodation: Overnight at hotel in Hanoi

Have breakfast at hotel
07:00 – 07:30 – Our guide will meet you at your hotel/stay located in the Old Quarter and start a comfortable 110-km journey through the countryside. Short-break route.
10:00 – Arrive in Tam Coc. Explore the rural countryside by local transport, visiting traditional villages.
Explore Thung Nham Valley, Bich Dong Pagoda or emerald cave – a stunning nature area surrounded by limestone mountains and rice fields
12:00 – Heading to the restaurant for lunch.
13:15 – Take a traditional sampan boat ride in Tam Coc, drifting through caves, rivers, and rice fields surrounded by dramatic limestone karsts.
15:00 – Visiting Mua Cave by motorbike, bicycle, or car. Start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain to enjoy panoramic views over lush rice valleys and limestone landscapes.
17:00 – Transfer to a bungalow in Ninh Binh and join the host for a warm dinner.
20:30 – Our bus will take you to the train station for your overnight journey to Hue 
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Boat trip in Tam Coc, Entrance fees, Shuttle bus, Tour guide
Accommodation: Overnight train with air-conditioned soft sleeper berths

7:50: Hue arrival – Our driver transfers you to the hotel. 
Have Breakfast and enjoy your free time
After lunch: Enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Perfume River, observing daily life along the riverbanks. Stop on route to visit the iconic Thien Mu pagoda (Heavenly Lady pagoda)
Continue to explore the Imperial City of Hue, the former royal capital of Vietnam, including its main gates, palaces, and royal structures that reflect the country’s feudal history.
Then visit the Tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh – Or Minh Mang known for their unique architecture blending Eastern and Western styles. 
End the day enjoying Hue’s peaceful atmosphere before returning to your hotel.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fees, Tour guide, Boat trip in Thien Mu Pagoda, Shuttle bus
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue

Have Breakfast at a Hotel. 
Morning: Tour guide picks you up at your hotel transfer from Hue to Hoi An, stopping at Hai Van Pass for scenic coastal views and visiting the Five Marble Mountains: a cluster of five limestone peaks in Vietnam
Afternoon: Continue to Hoi An – UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a walking tour through the narrow streets of the Old Town, visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, the Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year-old Tam Ky ancestral house, and the Japanese Covered Bridge. Explore the town at your own pace.
Evening: Discover the foodie side of this town, such as Cao Lau, dumplings, and White Rose.
Optional: Take a boat ride on the Hoai River, release a lantern for good luck, and enjoy Bai Choi folk singing (at your own expense).
21:00: Get on the bus to a hotel in Danang. Check-in hotel. 
Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Shuttle bus, Entrance fees, Tour guide 
Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Have breakfast at hotel 
Morning: Free at leisure in Danang. Some suggestions to do by yourself:
Exploring the beautiful My Khe Beaches, renowned for its pristine white sands and crystal-clear waters.
Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain), the third Linh Ung Pagoda of Danang, the highest Buddha statue, and the huge Buddha Statue. You will be amazed at its cool climate there. 
Afternoon: Get on the shuttle bus to visit the Cham Museum in Da Nang to learn about the ancient Cham civilization.
Evening: Discover what you have missed in this city.
Included: Breakfast, Shuttle bus, Tour guide, Entrance fees
Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy a relaxing morning before transferring to the airport for the departure flight onward. FLIGHT: TBA
Included: Breakfast, Private car pick up at hotel and drop off at the airport
Accommodation: N/A