Luxurious Beauty of Vietnam 18 days

Welcome to Vietnam! Once you arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, meet our friendly tour guide and the driver, who will transfer you to your hotel in the city center. Spend time relaxing in your own room after checking in. If you want to go out, we recommend optional activities.

Morning 08:00: You will be picked up at your hotel. Listen to the safety instructions, then get in the car to begin your journey: • Witness the local lifestyle in Hanoi Old Quarter along the way. • Stop by outstanding attractions of the city, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi Opera House, Long Bien Bridge, etc. • Enjoy the calm, fresh air with peaceful views when passing by West Lake, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Red River. • Enjoy your lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Afternoon Relax and take a bath at the hotel close to the railway station. Around 21:00, you meet the guide at your hotel and will be transferred to Hanoi Train Station 21:30: Take an overnight train to Lao Cai in shared sleeping compartments (sharing with other passengers in 2 lower & 2 upper berths per compartment)

Morning 05:30 - 06:00: Upon arrival at Lao Cai Train Station, you will be transferred to Sapa by a shared tourist bus (1 hour) Check in at your luxury hotel and take a rest before an interesting exploration of Sapa: Around 09:30: Kickstart your trekking tour across the picturesque villages of Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai. Learn more about Vietnamese local hill tribes and witness their traditional way of living with fascinating cultures, entertainment, etc. Visit Ta Van Village, a peaceful destination on the side of Sapa. Learn about the unique culture of the Giay people, a Northern Vietnam ethnic still keeping their typical culture in the customs, religion, and festivals until now. You can rent their colorful costumes and try them on. Afternoon Return to your hotel by car. The rest of the day is your free time to unwind at your lavish hotel in Sapa NOTE: The total trekking distance today: 12 km

Morning Have breakfast at your opulent hotel. Complete the check-out procedure, then travel down the Southwest and set foot on Cat Cat Village to admire the glamorous beauty of a majestic waterfall Immerse yourself in the remote, rustic ambiance at Sin Chai Village. Have a picnic by the side of the river during the trip Afternoon Head back to Sapa town in a van. Around 15:00 - 15:30, you will be taken back to Hanoi by a shuttle bus Rest at your hotel in Hanoi for the night NOTE: The trekking distance is around 8 km

Morning 07:15 - 07:45: Pick up at your hotel. Hop on a 2-hour drive to the picturesque countryside of Ninh Binh. Stop at Hoa Lu, and you will be mesmerized by the stunning scenery. Explore deeper into Hoa Lu and let a sampan trip take you down the Tam Coc River to behold thousands of fascinating caves and karst mountains. If time permits, fulfill your venturesome exploit by hiking up to the limestone karst hills and enjoying the spectacular unobstructed view. Try traditional Vietnamese cuisine for lunch. Afternoon Create memories with beautiful photographs of the villages and landscapes along the way. You can challenge yourself by climbing up to Bich Dong Pagoda, hidden in the green tropical forests on Ngu Nhac Mountain After the tour, let’s get on the bus and return to your lavish hotel in Hanoi

Morning Have breakfast at your hotel before starting your trip to Halong. At 08:00 - 08:30, you are picked up and hit the road to Halong Bay, a World Heritage Site with outstanding natural beauty When reaching the cruise port after the 2.5-hour transfer, you will finish the check-in, get on the boat, and receive a hospitable welcome from the cruise staff team Enjoy delectable lunch on board with dishes meticulously prepared by professional chefs Afternoon During your trip, you will go sightseeing in majestic caves and islands such as Dark & Light Caves, Titov Island, etc., and take part in exciting water activities, including swimming and kayaking Return to the cruise, dinner is served right at the cruise’s opulent restaurant. Anchor overnight and take part in different nightlife activities on board: squid-fishing, puzzle games, etc. (depending on each cruise’s facilities) NOTE: Tour guide will not escort you on the cruises, cruise staffs are fluent in English.

Morning Wake up among the refreshing atmosphere and enjoy the splendid sunrise view over the karst formations in Halong Bay by participating in a Tai Chi Class held on the sundeck. Begin a new excursion to one of the most famous attractions in Halong, such as Trung Trang Cave, Sung Sot Cave, or fishing villages (The specific itinerary of the cruise tour will depend on each cruise) Savor a delicious brunch onboard while leisurely cruising back towards the harbor. Disembark from the cruise at about 11:00 - 11:30. Transport to Hanoi to catch a flight to Hue (The flight will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes). Afternoon Meet our driver at the airport in Hue and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure

Morning 08:00 - 08:00: Pick up at your hotel for a half-day tour around Hue. Enjoy the ancient Imperial City with a dreamlike vibe and many famous places of history, culture, and spirit. Highlight your tour with Imperial Citadel, and witness the magnificent architecture of Thang Long built under the reign of Emperor Gia Long and Minh Mang Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, a religious site that will lure you with its beautiful and ancient architectural structures of worship. In the end, you will be taken to a famous local market here - Dong Ba market, let’s go shopping for several lovely souvenirs to bring home and try some typical Hue cuisine! Evening Experience like a king with Hue royal dinner: Try beautiful clothes for Hue royals before having the royal meal Savor various delicious dishes decorated delicately while enjoying traditional music and dance performances