ITINERARY
Day 1 – 26 May: Hanoi (Arrive)
Arrive in Hanoi at 12:10 pm, our driver welcomes you at column 10 and transfers you to hotel. Your leisure time in the city on your own.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi city.
- N/A
Day 2 – 27 May: Ha Noi (City tour)
08:00 – 08:30 AM, pick you up at your hotel.
08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century.
09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world
11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam.
12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
14.00 – 14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century.
15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North
Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton”.
After tour, transfer you back the hotel.
- Overnight at hotel in Ha Noi city.
- B,L
Day 3 – 28 May: Ha Noi → Sapa (Private tour)
After breakfast, pick you up at hotel and transfer to Sapa. Arrival in Sapa around 13:00, take a little time for refreshment. Enjoy a tasty lunch of local Vietnamese dishes.
Then, a Car to Cat Cat village. This village, home to the Black H’mong ethnic group, is nestled in a deep valley near the base of Fansipan Peak. With a knowledgeable guide, we explore the village, witness daily life, and visit the picturesque waterfall that once powered a French-built Hydraulic Power Station. We capture memorable photos before hiking uphill to meet our return bus to Sapa town.
- Overnight at hotel in Sapa city.
- B,L
Day 4 – 29 May: Sapa (Leisure day)
It’s your leisure day to explore the town on your own, we suggest you to visit Fansipan – It is the highest mountain on the Indochinese peninsula. You can buy the train & cable car tickets at your hotel.
- Overnight at hotel in Sapa city.
- B
Day 5 – 30 May: Sapa → Hanoi
After breakfast, our car com pick you up, get through the rice terraces in Muong Hoa valley. We reach the village of Black Hmong, see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. Enjoy picnic lunch at Lao Chai Village.
Continue our trek to Ta Van village – home of Dzay ethnic people. Enjoy the scenery until we meet our van at Ta Van bridge and head back to Sapa town.
After lunch then visit a village school. Later, we make our way back to Sapa town and return to Hanoi. Get on bus at 14:00 back to Hanoi.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi city.
- B,L
Day 6 – 31 May: Ha Noi → Halong
8:00 Transfer you to Halong bay
11:30: Ready at Signature check-in lounge
12:00: CHECK-IN
Warmly welcomed by Signature Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.
12:45: ONBOARD
Transferred to the Signature Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink.
13:00: HAPPY LUNCH
Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Bai Tu Long Bay – a hidden gem of Halong Bay Complex, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone.
14:45: ACTIVITIES
The cruise stops at Vung Vieng Floating fishing village, a wealthy fishing village that has its reputation for culturing pearls. Here we have time to discover the life and culture of fishing people by kayaking for free and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket charged based on the attraction’s price).
16:00: RELAX
Back to the Signature Cruise to enjoy your free time. Massage is available – please book in advance with the Cruise Manager.
17:30: COOKING CLASS
A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef.
18:00 – 19:00: HAPPY HOUR
Take advantage of the Happy hour “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
19:00: DINNER
A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day.
20:30: CHEERFUL EVENING
Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy. Our bar has a wide range or wines, beers and liquors and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on Bai Tu Long Bay. Order a specialized massage in room. Choosing with other activities boat cruise such as watch documentary movies, squid fishing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a star filled sky. Our Cruise Manager will be there to support you.
- Overnight on Signature Royal cruise in Ha Long bay.
- B,L,D
Day 7 – 01 June: Halong bay
06:30: TAICHI CLASS
The nicest time of the day on Halong Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions for 30 minutes. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
07:00: BREAKFAST
Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee).
08:15 – 09:45: TRANSFER BOAT
The transfer boat will pick you up to continue enjoy sightseeing and discover the beauty landscape of Halong Bay.
10:00: VISITING CAVE
Relaxing on the boat with view of amazing limestone, we will continue the trip to the brilliant cave named “Me Cung” cave (Maze cave)
11:00: ACTIVITIES
Arrived at Tung Sau Area, visit pearl farming area and kayaking.
12:30: HAPPY LUNCH
After exercising with kayaking, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to be served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Bai Tu Long Bay – a hidden gem of Halong Bay Complex, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone.
14:00: TEA BREAK
Relaxing & enjoying tea break, discovering the Vietnamese tea culture.
14:00 – 15:30: BACK TO THE MAIN CRUISE
Transfer boat move to Vung Vieng area brink you back to Signature ruise.
16:00: RELAX
Back to the Signature Cruise to enjoy your free time. Massage is available – please book in advance with the Cruise Manager.
17:30: COOKING CLASS
A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef.
18:00 – 19:00: HAPPY HOUR
Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
19:00: DINNER
A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day.
20:30: CHEERFUL EVENING
Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy. Our bar has a wide range or wines, beers and liquors and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on Bai Tu Long Bay. Order a specialized massage in room. Choosing with other activities boat cruise such as watch documentary movies, squid fishing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a star filled sky. Our Cruise Manager will be there to support you.
- Overnight on Signature Royal cruise in Ha Long bay.
- B,L,D
Day 8 – 02 June: Halong → Hanoi → Hue
06:30: TAICHI CLASS
The nicest time of the day on Halong Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Thien Canh Son” Cave. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
07:00: BREAKFAST
Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee).
08:00: VISITING CAVE
Visit “Thien Canh Son” cave – Thien Canh Son Cave is comprised of three caverns in total, each one strewn with stalactites and stalagmites. 200 steps is waiting for your legs, ready to beat it.
Walking long the white sand beach and Bai Tu Long paradise view.
09:00: CHECK-OUT
Come back to Signature cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Signature team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.
09:30: BRUNCH
Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port.
10:45: GOODBYE
Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.
After tour, transfer you back hotel in Hanoi, our driver come pick you up to the airport flight to Hue.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
- B,L
Day 9 – 03 June: Hue (City tour)
Your breakfast at hotel. Start a city tour in Hue.
Get a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. We then continue our visit at the Citadel & Hue Royal Antiques museum. Visit Dong Ba Market and have lunch at a nearby restaurant. After lunch, visit tomb of King “Minh Mang” and Tomb of King “Khai Dinh”. Proceed our tour at a nearby village where people making incense stick and conical hat
- Overnight at hotel in Hue.
- B,L
Day 10 – 04 June: Hue → Da Nang
Morning, breakfast at hotel and relax in Hue until we transfer you to Da Nang.
Once arrived in Ho Chi Minh airport, you’ll be taken to hotel for your stay.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang city.
- B
Day 11 – 05 June: Da Nang ( Bana hill)
After breakfast at hotel, we will have a visit to Ba Na Hills. Take Cable Car, which gains 5 world scores, to Ba Na hills station. We will have some stops to visit some famous places: Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French, Nginh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden. Experience hill climbing train (first and unique funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour and Linh Ung Pagoda.
After lunch at a restaurant, explore the French village or join games at Fantasy Park, which is the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam. Afterwards, return to Da Nang city with a stop at Central Specialties Super Market for shopping.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang city.
- B,L
Day 12 – 06 June: Da Nang (Leisure)
Enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time for relaxation at beach in Da Nang. You can also visit some famous places on your own and try local cuisine.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang city.
- B
Day 13 – 07 June: Da Nang → Hoi An
Morning, breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time until we transfer you to Hoi An.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang city.
- B
Day 14 – 08 June: Hoi An (visit My Son Sanctuary)
Morning breakfast at hotel. Today, we start the tour by visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Afternoon, visit Hoi An town on foot: Hoi An’s Colorful Local Market, Old House of Tan Ky, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An city.
- B
Day 15 – 09 June: Hoi An (Coconut jungle, cooking class, basket boat)
8:30 – 13:00 Afternoon tourA unique experience through the coconut forest in the heart of Hoi An old town, enjoy & experience how to prepare special foods. This tour will give visitors a great experience, especially the short vacation tourists in Hoi An, this is a perfect choice. Highlight Attractions: Going to experience a local colorful market how to deal with the local sellers and know all ingredients for the meals. Take a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise. Enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing and “Purple Crabs” in the canal. Welcome drink and join the cooking class. Our chef will teach you the differences about the ingredients and traditional methods how to cook 4 dishes of Vietnamese food. At the end of the course, we will provide you with recipes so you can cook Vietnamese food with your family and friends at your home. You learn 4 courses but enjoy 8 Vietnamese foods. After have lunch/dinner, our guide will drop you off back your hotel. After the lesson, you enjoy what you cooked and 4 prepared side dishes.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An city.
- B,L
Day 16 – 10 June: Hoi An → Da Nang (Departure)
Morning, breakfast at hotel and relax in Hoi An until we transfer you to Da Nang airport flight back home.
- NA
- B
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