Detail itinerary

DAY 01: Arrive in Hanoi – Hanoi city tour (B/L/D)

Our tour guide and drive will pick up you at Noi Bai Airport at 7:40 AM

Have breakfast with Pho Noodles – Vietnam traditional food and then start to discover Hanoi city.

Start the tour to arrive Tran Quoc Pagoda located on the shores of West Lake. This Pagoda is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in 6^th century. It’s full of amazing Buddhist symbolism that visitors can learn more about.

Next, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of Vietnam’s revered leader, located near his simple stilt house where he resided intermittently from 1958 to 1969.

Your next stop is St. Joseph’s Cathedral, a striking symbol of French colonial architecture in Indochina. Though it has endured the ravages of war, the cathedral stands as a powerful testament to resilience, drawing numerous visitors with its distinctive design and rich historical significance.

Have lunch at the restaurant

After lunch, you’ll head to Dong Xuan Market, a popular destination for experiencing local life. From there, take a drive to admire the tranquil beauty of Hoan Kiem Lake before continuing through the historic Old Quarter, also known as the 36 streets. This vibrant district, filled with narrow alleyways and countless small shops, offers a lively and authentic glimpse into Hanoi’s culture and daily life.

Have dinner at the restaurant.

After dinner, visit Hanoi Train Street, a unique and popular attraction located in the Old Quarter of the city.

Back to the hotel, free time at night

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 02: Halong Bay Full Day Tour (B/L/D)

Have breakfast at the hotel

07:00 AM: Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and begin the journey to Tuan Chau Island, Halong City, by the expressway. A short stop will be made along the way for a rest.

10:30 AM:

Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor, you’ll be welcomed aboard and given a brief safety orientation. Your one-day Ha Long Bay cruise begins, taking you on a 6-hour adventure along a special day cruise route. This scenic journey passes numerous striking limestone islets and formations—many with imaginative names like Cock Fighting and Thumb Islet, inspired by their unique shapes. While cruising, enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch served onboard.

During the cruise, you’ll explore Surprising Cave, famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites resembling sea creatures.

Next, enjoy kayaking or take a bamboo boat ride in Luon Cave, a serene lagoon surrounded by towering cliffs.

Continue to Titop Island, where you can relax on the sandy beach or hike up to Titov Peak for a stunning panoramic view of the bay.

As the cruise winds down, enjoy Afternoon Tea onboard while sailing back to Tuan Chau Harbor.

After disembarking, return to Hanoi via the expressway.
Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, then enjoy free time to explore the city at night at your leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 03: Quang Phu Cau Incense Village – Ninh Binh – Trang An – Hoa Lu (B/L/D)

Have breakfast at the hotel

08:00 AM: Depart from your hotel for a visit to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village.

Upon arrival, begin a walking tour through the village to observe the traditional incense-making process. Witness each step—from bamboo chopping and dyeing the sticks to creating the incense paste and sun-drying the finished products. You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with local artisans and learn about the rich history of incense production in the village. Feel free to explore on your own and capture beautiful photos of the vibrant incense bundles and production scenes.

Afterward, continue the journey to Ninh Binh.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Following lunch, visit Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Embark on a peaceful 2-hour boat ride through the scenic grotto system, where you’ll glide past limestone karsts, lush landscapes, and mysterious caves.

Next, explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Learn about the country’s early feudal history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

04:30 PM Begin your return journey to Hanoi.

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before heading back to your hotel for a relaxing evening at your leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 04: Noi Bai International Airport (B)

Breakfast at the hotel

Our guide and driver will pick you up at the hotel and transfer you back to Noi Bai International Airport. Finish your unforgettable trip in Viet Nam.

Hope you will have a nice trip to your home and I look forward to traveling with you again!

Trip ends.