EXPLORE NORTHERN & CENTRAL VIETNAM IN 10 DAYS 9 NIGHTS HN-HL-SP-NB

Arrival in Ha Noi city, you are taken to the hotel. Overnight in Ha Noi city

11:45 Arrival in Catherine Cruise’s Lounge at Tuan Chau marina, you enjoy a Catherine homemade welcome drink and meet the crew.

12:15 Check-in cabins.

12:30 The cruise manager will give you a short cruise briefing and safety guide.

12:45 Enjoy your lunch in dining room 2nd floor.

14:30 Visit Sung Sot Cave – the largest cave in Halong Bay which is in the center of the UNESCO World Heritage area (around 700 steps up and down). Rubber shoes and sandals are highly recommended.

15:45 You continue to visit Titop Island for hiking or swimming (Towels are supplied).

17:30 Relax with Happy Hour promotion (Buy One Get One Free) and join in Cooking demonstration.

19:15 Fine dining with set menu is served in dining 4th floor.

20:45 Bar shows on sundeck and Happy hour promotion. Have squid fishing or play mini-golf as well as spa services. Overnight on cruise.

06:15 Start your wonderful day with Tai Chi class on the sundeck.

06:45 Enjoy your light breakfast in the restaurant.

07:45 Time to explore the spectacular beauty of Halong Bay by kayaking/sampan boat at Luon Cave.

09:15 Room check-out: After visiting the cave, return to our Catherine Cruise to pack your luggage and room key return to reception 1st floor

09:45 Full brunch buffet is served in the dining room 2nd floor. Settles your bills at the reception counter.

10:45 Disembark Catherine vessel at Tuan Chau marina. End of service.

Trip notes: The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or tide conditions, without prior notice. Let’s try now !

Morning:

After having breakfast at the hotel, the tour guide will pick up you at the hotel

in the Old Quarter area to start the program.

The first destination is Temple of Literature, built in 1070, this is Vietnam’s first university and one of the most attractive tourist spots when visiting Hanoi

After visiting Temple of Literature, the tour guide will take you to visit Hoa Lo Prison, built by France in 1886-1901 when Vietnam was still part of Indochina. The prison was once known as “Hell on Earth” and now it’s like a war museum for those who want to understand more about Vietnam’s resistance against France.

Then, with the next 1-hour cyclo around Hanoi’s Old Quarter, you are promised to get a slow-speed view of a maze of labyrinthine streets as the daily life of the locals

Try a cup of egg coffee while looking down the streets, viewing the bustling life of the locals at the late afternoon before ending makes this day trip in Hanoi even more unforgettable.

Come back to hotel for relax 

Inclusion: Breakfast, private car, tour guide, entrance fee.

Morning: Start your day with a delicious breakfast at hotel.

8:00 AM: After breakfast, the tour guide and car will pick you up at your hotel to start the trip to Ninh Binh

At Trang An, you will get on a boat down the Sao Khe river, winding at the foot of the limestone mountains, soaring as far as the eye can see, around the primeval forests and reed forests. Going through 9 main caves with very strange names such as: Sang cave, Dark cave, Nau Ruou cave … visitors will experience the thrill of the boat entering the deep cave, admiring the strange shape of the stalactites in the cave and immerse yourself in the natural scenery here

You continue the journey to visit Mua Cave. The cave is located at the foot of Mua mountain. The road to the top of the mountain is modeled after the Great Wall of China with nearly 500 stone steps. From here, you can admire the whole beautiful scene of Tam Coc area – a famous scenic spot in Ninh Binh.  Mua Cave is also invested and built into an eco-tourism destination combined with climbing sports.  The mountain is shaped like a bell, located in the complex of Tam Coc rocky mountains. Along the way, you will pass through many rice fields, villages and wharfs, rivers, lakes and majestic mountains.

Inclusion: Breakfast, private car, tour guide, entrance fee.

After having breakfast at the hotel, check out hotel and fly to Danang

Inclusion: breakfast, hotel and flight ticket

Sun World ba Na Hills is the most significant resort and recreational complex of Vietnam. At the height of 1,487 m from the sea level, Sun World Ba Na Hills is coined the “heaven on earth” owing to its spectacular climate and otherworldly natural landscape. Just travel to Sun World Ba Na Hills and revel yourselves in the typical rotation of four seasons in a single day and numerous festivities, recreations and relaxation and cuisine

In addition, the Golden Bridge, which was officially inaugurated in June 2018 in Ba Na, was also voted by TIME magazine as one of the “Top 10 best destinations of the world 2018” and admired by The Guardian as “The world’s most impressive pedestrians’ bridge”.

Sun World Ba Na Hills boast a dizzily vibrant and fascinating indoor game zone. Fantasy Park si the largest indoor game zone of Vietnam that includes countless games, recreations and sports for families.

The Marble Mountains: 9:00 am   Pickup from hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang, drive to Marble Mountain (in Da Nang), discover the stunning Âm Phủ cave inside Marble Mountain with your local guide to learn how Vietnamese soldiers used to hide and fight in the wars. The cave was also a secret hospital to save wounded soldiers. Walk 150 steps or take the elevator to the peak of Marble Mountain. Knowledgeable guide will show you the best highlights so you don’t have to spend too much energy but still see the hidden beauty that most people miss. You will admire the rustic charms of historical pagodas, Buddhist statues and shrines, which are a few centuries old. Local believers and monks pray here often. You will lean interesting local beliefs and Buddhism.

10:00: Son Tra Peninsula We then drive along Da Nang coast to MONKEY MONTAIN (Also known as Son Tra peninsula). You’ll take in amazing views of Da Nang city, Pacific ocean, Cham islands, endless beaches, hundreds of fishing boats… You’ll see common Macaque monkeys… IF LUCKY, you’ll see the rare & endangered colorful Langur monkeys.

 11:00 Lady Buddha 

At halfway of Monkey Mountain, we spend a short while to visit the giant Lady Buddha Statue, standing at 68 meters 233 feet tall. She smiles upon the fishing village and blesses local people while fishing in the deep sea. There are beautiful flower and bonsai gardens, and viewpoints to capture amazing snap-shots of Da Nang city and its beaches.

Back to hotel at 15:00

Inclusion: Private car, breakfast, entrance tickets, hotel

Back to hotel at 15:00

Inclusion: Private car, breakfast, entrance tickets, hotel

DAY 9: Hoi An Coconut tree forest and night-tour

Morning: Start your day with a delicious breakfast at hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a half-day city tour of Hoi An. Explore the ancient town, visit Temple Kwan, Phuc Kien Temple, Tan Ky Ancient House, Phung Hung house, Japanese Bridge and cultural show rooms

Then visit Bay Mau Coconut Forest – a popular eco-tourism area in Hoi An.
When you arrive here, you will enjoy a basket boat ride to visit the lush green coconut forest in a peaceful setting, enjoy basket dance performances, boat races and enjoy local specialties…

Inclusion: Breakfast, private car, tour guide, entrance fee.

 Venture into the stunning landscapes of Vietnam’s southernmost region on this day trip to My Tho in the Mekong Delta. Tour the incredible delta, which is often referred to as the rice bowl of the nation and learn about local cultures and traditions as you make your way to various villages and the Ben Tre islands. See how the locals live, sample regional products, and tuck into a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. Mekong Delta day trip to My Tho including the Ben Tre islands Watch local artists perform traditional songs and dance.

Pick-up Time: between 8:00a.m. – 08:30a.m:  at hotels located in District 1; and drive 1,5 hours to the Mekong River. We will stop along the way for refreshments and toilet.

10:00: My Tho (Pass By) Upon arrival, step aboard a motorboat and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Mekong River as we cruise along its picturesque canals and waterways, taking in stunning views of the legendary Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands.

Step aboard a motorboat and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Mekong River as we cruise along its picturesque canals and waterways, taking in stunning views of the legendary Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands.

11:00 Cau Rach Mieu (Pass By) From the boat, you’ll relish the sight of Rạch Miễu Bridge – one of the Mekong River’s grandest Vietnamese-built spans.   Ben Tre As we cross the river to the Bến Tre Village, we’ll make a stop at a traditional workshop where you can witness the step-by-step processing of making coconut candy, honey farming, and more, while indulging in some delicious samples and enjoying the sounds of traditional music.

Experience the charm of local life by taking a peaceful sampan ride along the shady, breezy canal, rowed by friendly locals. Afterward, hop on a Loi Car– a type of local transportation – to explore the villages. 1 hour • 

– Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Lang Xanh Ben Tre Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese 5-course set menu for lunch at a riverside restaurant. Please inform us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions. 1 hour 

12:00 – 15:00: After that, take some time to unwind and soak up the serene ambiance of a typical Mekong Delta Garden, or explore the charming village on a leisurely bicycle ride. Embark on a scenic boat trip through the picturesque canals shaded by water coconut trees, as we make our way back to the Mỹ Tho pier.

  My Tho Board the bus and head to Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, one of the most outstanding pagodas in the Mekong Delta. 

• Vinh Trang Temple Visit the enchanting Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian architectural styles. Home to many intricate Buddhist statues and carvings, it’s a must-visit destination for those interested in cultural and religious sites. 30 minutes 

16:00: Back  Ho Chi Minh City Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing 1.5-hour transfer back to Hồ Chí Minh City, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences of your day in the Mekong Delta. We’ll drop you back to pick-up point or somewhere in city center as your request.

In the morning, your breakfast will be served in hotel.

07:30 Tour guide picks at Hotel in Saigon city. Gala Travel’s car and tour guide will come to pick up the group and start the 1-day Saigon tour program with famous and extremely attractive tourist destinations in Ho Chi Minh City such as: War Remnants Museum. This is where there are many precious documents and images about the Vietnam War. The tour guide will explain to the group about the objects displayed here.

Cho Lon – Binh Tay Market – the trading center of the Vietnamese and Chinese communities in Ho Chi Minh City. There are many restaurants of overseas Chinese people here. Visitors can enjoy most of the market’s famous specialties and shop. Thien Hau Pagoda of Chinese people living in Ho Chi Minh City. This is one of the most famous temples in the city named after Uncle Ho..

13:00 After lunch, the group continues the journey to explore the beauty of Ho Chi Minh City with famous tourist attractions such as:

Independent Hall. This place was formerly the headquarters of the US and Puppet forces in South Vietnam. Reunification Palace is one of the typical architectural works of Ho Chi Minh City. Notre Dame Cathedral and the City Post Office, two ancient Gothic-style architectural works of the city.

16:30 The car takes you back to the original meeting point, ending the 1-day Ho Chi Minh City Tour. Goodbye and see you again.

Our car will transfer you to airport and from Ho Chi Minh back to your country!

Say goodbye to Vietnam and have a safe flight!