After breakfast, begin your Hanoi sightseeing experience.
Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex area, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House and One
Pillar Pagoda, subject to opening days and local regulations.
Continue to the historic Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, before exploring the lively Old Quarter.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show, followed by dinner at a local or Indian restaurant.
Overnight: Hanoi

After breakfast, depart Hanoi for Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural landscapes and a
UNESCO World Heritage destination.
Board your cruise and settle into your cabin. Enjoy a welcome lunch while cruising among the dramatic limestone
islands and emerald waters.
Depending on the cruise itinerary and weather, enjoy activities such as kayaking, cave exploration or a local
village visit.
Relax on board and enjoy sunset views followed by dinner and evening activities.
Overnight: Ha Long Bay cruise

Wake up to the beautiful scenery of Ha Long Bay. Enjoy breakfast on board and, depending on the cruise
schedule, participate in a light morning activity or visit a cave.
Return to the harbour and transfer back towards Hanoi for your flight to Da Nang.
On arrival, transfer to Hoi An, a beautifully preserved historic trading town and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In the evening, explore Hoi An Ancient Town, its lantern-lit streets, riverside cafés and traditional architecture.
Overnight: Hoi An

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Hoi An Ancient Town.
Visit the historic Japanese Covered Bridge, traditional merchant houses, colourful markets and riverside streets.
In the afternoon, choose between a cultural excursion to My Son Sanctuary, an important historic temple
complex, or a relaxed afternoon in Hoi An.
You may also enjoy a Vietnamese cooking experience, tailor shopping or a bicycle ride through the surrounding
countryside.
Spend the evening enjoying Hoi An's atmospheric lantern-lit streets.
Overnight: Hoi An

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
On arrival, check in and begin a city sightseeing tour covering the Reunification Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral
area, Central Post Office and Ben Thanh Market.
Continue through the lively central districts and enjoy time for shopping and local cafés.
In the evening, enjoy dinner and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

After breakfast, depart for the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network that provides insight
into Vietnam's wartime history.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy lunch.
The afternoon is free for shopping and leisure. Explore Ben Thanh Market, Dong Khoi Street or local shopping
centres.
In the evening, enjoy a final Vietnamese dinner or an optional Saigon River dinner cruise.
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Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Depending on your flight timing, enjoy some free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
Later, proceed with your private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward flight.
Depart Vietnam with wonderful memories of Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City.
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