TRAVEL SERVICE & RESERVATION – Rodney Thomas

Day 1 – 04 Mar: Hanoi (Arrival)

Arrival at the airport in Hanoi at 06:25 AM – VN 778, our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel.

Rest of the day is your leisure time in Hanoi.

• Overnight at Calista Hotel in Hanoi.
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Day 2 – 05 Mar: Hanoi → Ha Long bay

Breakfast at your hotel then check out your hotel, you can leave big luggage at hotel (please note to hotel staff to keep for you) and bring small bag for Halong bay trip as you will be back to this hotel to stay more.

07:45 – 08:15 AM: Get picked up from your hotel (In Hanoi Old Quarter area and not included in cabin rate).

8:15 ~ 11:30: Follow the newest highway connecting Hanoi and Hai Phong. Upon arrival at Station number 17 – OVERNIGHT CRUISE PORT, Tuan Chau Maria, Ha Long passengers will be welcomed by receptionist at La Casta’s waiting lounge.

11:30 – 12:00: After taking a rest, our high speed tender will transfer you to the main boat (Around 25 minutes). Get onboard and warmly welcome from La Casta crew team with welcome drink. After that, you will be given a short briefing about La Casta Cruise and safety guideline at our restaurant. Complete the check-in procedure and check-into our suite cabins.

13:00: Enjoy a lunch in the restaurant. La Casta Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Lan Ha Bay.

15:45: Visit the Ba Trai Dao area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay – this area includes the beach breaths a romantic atmosphere and three smaller islets like three giant peaches on the sea. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, swimming, sightseeing and explore the Ba Trai Dao area. (In unfavorable weather conditions, to ensure the safety of our guest, this destination would be change into Dark and Bright cave- famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, sightseeing on the bamboo boat, … – This is the best time for you to enjoy bamboo boats or swimming which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the stunning limestone structure and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay).

17:30 – 18:30: Come back to our La Casta cruise and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 2 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes.

19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke…

• Stay overnight on La Casta Regal Cruise in Ha Long bay.
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Day 3 – 06 Mar: Ha Long bay → Hanoi

06:15 AM: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay.

7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

08:00:
● Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets
● Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim…

09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.

09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at La Casta cruise.

10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant.

11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor, we hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey. Get on the bus back to Hanoi.

15:00 – 15:30 drop off your hotel.

Rest of day is your leisure time.

• Overnight at Calista Hotel in Hanoi.
• B,L

Day 4 – 07 Mar: Hanoi (Street food + Train street walking tour) → Da Nang

Breakfast at your hotel.

Your leisure time to explore the city on your own.

At 10:00 AM, we will take you inside Hanoi Old Quarter and discover some of the lesser-known dishes of locals. From Pho Bo (Vietnamese Beef Noodle), Banh Cuon (Steamed rice rolls), “Banh Mi” (Vietnamese Baguette), etc. – Finish the tour with unique Ca Phe Trung (Egg Coffee) on the train street, which will perfectly round off our Hanoi street food discovery. 

Get dropped off at the hotel.

At 14:30 PM we transfer you to airport for flight to Da Nang (depart at 17:00 PM – VN 187). Arrive at airport in Da Nang at 18:25 PM, our driver transfers you to the hotel for your stay.

Rest of the day is your leisure time to discover the city on your own.

• Overnight at Mandila Beach Hotel in Da Nang.
• B,L

Day 5 – 08 Mar: Da Nang (Hai Van pass – Lang Co beach tour)

Breakfast at hotel. 

Our tour guide will come and pick you up for exploring Hai Van pass. 

The Hai Van Pass, also known as Hai Van Mountain, derives its name from the Vietnamese words for “clouds and sea.” It represents the final peak of the imposing Truong Son Range, extending into the expansive ocean. Reaching a height of 1,450 meters, the summit of Hai Van Pass is often enveloped in clouds, while its lower slopes blend into the limitless sea. 

Have lunch at a local restaurant. 

ADDED ON: Lang Co Beach – Lang Co beach in Vietnam is a hidden gem known for its breathtaking natural coastal landscapes, nestled between Da Nang city and Hue. With majestic mountains, white sand banks, and crystal-clear 

seawater, Lang Co is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. 

• Overnight at Mandila Beach Hotel in Da Nang.
• B,L

Day 6 – 09 Mar: Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh

Morning, breakfast at your hotel. Please check out the hotel before 12:00 PM.

Your leisure time to explore the city until 13:30 PM our driver transfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh (depart at 15:25 PM – VN 133).

Arrival at airport in Ho Chi Minh at 16:55 PM, you will be taken to hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.

• Overnight at Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa in Ho Chi Minh.
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Day 7 – 10 Mar: Ho Chi Minh (visit Mekong Delta)

Breakfast at hotel.

Around 07:30- 07:45 AM – pick you up at your hotel, then transfer to My Tho by bus (1.5 hours). On the way, we will visit Vinh Trang pagoda, the biggest pagoda in the Mekong delta. Upon arrival in My Tho, we will take a boat trip along the Mekong River, where you can see fish cages and floating houses on the river. The boat takes you to a small canal, where you can totally escape from the busy town. The boat cruise takes you to a coconut island in Ben Tre. Stop at a local family home to enjoy tropical fruit, taste the honey tea, honey wine and listen to Vietnamese traditional music, performed by the villagers.

Stop by the village coconut candy shop, learn how to make candy, and see some handicraft made out of coconut trees. Take a walk through the village and admire the fruits, flowers, trees, local houses, children and people. Then, we head to the local restaurant. Lunch is set with special Vietnamese food at here.

After lunch, relax, go for a walk or bicycle around the area. We’ll then travel back to the river ferry and head back to Saigon by bus, arriving at around 17:30 PM.

• Overnight at Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa in Ho Chi Minh.
• B,L

Day 8 – 11 Mar: Ho Chi Minh (Cu Chi tunnels)

Breakfast will be served at your hotel.

Around 07:30 – 07:45 AM, our guide picks up you to visit Ho Chi Minh. Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. Have lunch at restaurant in HCM city then back to the hotel. End trip.

• Overnight at Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa in Ho Chi Minh.
• B,L

Day 9 – 12 Mar: Ho Chi Minh (Departure)

Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. Please check out the hotel before 12:00 PM.

Your leisure time to explore the city until 17:30 PM our driver transfer you to airport for departure flight (depart at 21:15 PM – VN 781).

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End of service!