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1. DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN HANOI

   Welcome to Hanoi – the capital of Vietnam. Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, your driver will meet you in the arrivals lounge and transfer you to your hotel in downtown. Check in & have a rest.
   Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
   Meals included: No.

2. DAY 2: HANOI CITY TOUR - EXPLORER OLD QUARTER & IT'S CUISINE

   Begin the first day of the trip with a tour of Hanoi’s Ba Dinh District, pay your respect to the nation’s founder at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square, an important pilgrimage site of Vietnamese people. Explore the nearby house on stilts where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked during his humble beginnings as a revolutionary. Learn more about the prewar history of the country at the Governor’s Residence, also known as the Presidential Palace, an excellent example of Hanoi’s classical French architectural heritage. Next stop by the iconic One Pillar Pagoda - a unique Vietnamese architecture reminiscent of a lotus blossom rising from a pond and hear the legend of its construction. Next, continue with the Temple of Literature, built in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius, as the first university of Vietnam.
   After lunch, continue your Hanoi city tour with Hoa Lo prison, built by the French in 1896 and called "Maison Centrale", Hoa Lo was also called the "Hanoi Hilton" by American war prisoners.
   Later, taking a cyclo for 45 minutes, one of the most typical vehicles in Hanoi, is a human-powered transport with a seat at the front for passengers and the driver at the back. With this leisurely ride, which is perfect chance for photos and slow-moving sightseeing.
   Finish the day with a walking tour and tasting Vietnamese authentic local cuisine around the Old Quarter area. You will have a chance to not only sample delicious street foods but also to explore hidden alleyways and bustling markets. Our food tour includes "Bun Cha" - rice noodle with BBQ pork, one of the most favorable dishes for foreigners, then followed by "Banh Cuon" - steamed rice roll, "Banh Mi" - another well-known Vietnamese food that is even added into Oxford English Dictionary.
   Now, it is time for cup of Bia Hoi (Vietnamese draft beer) or enjoy a cup of unmissable Egg coffee, while we sit down and mingle with locals. It seems it is one not be missed for foodie in Hanoi!
   Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
   Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner with streetfood.

3. DAY 3: HANOI - SAPA - VISIT FANSIPAN MOUNTAIN by CABLE CAR

   Today, after breakfast at hotel, you will be collected at the hotel by limousine D’car and transferred on the road for 5,5 hours to Sapa.
   Once arrival, the driver will drop you off at hotel. Check in & relax.
   In this afternoon, the local guide and driver will meet you at hotel and take you to Fansipan Cable Car station to begin the journey conquering Fansipan by modern cable car system in the world to the point of 2800m. The cable car in Sapa is the world’s longest and highest cable car. Enjoy the view from the highest point of this incredible mountain. The lush green and subtropical vegetation makes this mountain really very beautiful. After taking scenery then get cable car back to the cable car station. And then transfer you back to hotel for relaxation.
   Overnight at hotel in Sapa.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

4. DAY 4: SAPA - VISIT VILLAGES (Cultural Lens – Batik and Hmong Unique Experience)

   Start from the main road to go down to Muong Hoa valley. Begining of the trip is the moment for admire the panorama view of the town and then the valley from the main road. After 4km on the main road, we start going down to the valley by the small trails through the terrace rice fields to get to Y Linh Ho hamlet, a small village of the Black Hmong people.
   From Y Linh Ho village, we go along the river to go to Lao Chai village (means "old village" in the local dialect). It is time for you to visit the local families, listen to your guide's explanation about the local culture: how they live, way of building the traditional house, techniques of making clothes... or listen about the way of treatment for a sick person.
   In Lao Chai village, you will participate in a 2-hours hands-on class about batik - a traditional Black H’Mong textile dyeing technique using wax and indigo. The H’Mong people will assist participants in creating their very own batik art using local materials such as hemp textile and plant-based indigo dye. The product will be retouched and handed to you the day after at hotel before leaving Sapa.
   After lunch, we leave Lao Chai to continue to Ta Van village, the Tay & Day people's residence. The guide to bring you into some family: listen about their life, enjoy some green tea, learn about the differences of their culture from the other hill tribes even they leave close to each other.
   Leave Ta Van, we head up to the main road where the car will pick up us to transfer back to your hotel in Sapa town.
   Overnight at hotel in Sapa.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

5. DAY 5: SAPA - HANOI

   This morning, you are free at leisure, shopping or explore Sapa town by your own way.
   Afternoon, the driver will meet you at hotel and driving back to Hanoi via LaoCai – NoiBai Expressway. The travel time is approximately 5 hours.
   Once arrival in Hanoi, check in hotel & have a rest.
   Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

6. DAY 7: HANOI - HALONG BAY - OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE

   After having breakfast at the hotel in Hanoi, you'll have a 2-and-half-hour drive to World Heritage-listed Halong Bay.
   Arriving in Halong, boarding an overnight cruise to the far-most corners of the bay. Having lunch with freshly caught fish and seafood while sailing amongst more than 1000 limestone islands and rocks rising majestically out of the turquoize bay. In the afternoon, enjoy swimming in the emerald waters or paddling in a kayak. Coming back to the cruise after having an afternoon full of activities, reward yourself with a sip between sights during Happy Hour. Try your hand in "Masterchef Halong Bay" - a cooking class demonstrated by our kitchen head followed by a dinner on board. Then you could spend the evening at your own pace or join squid fishing like a local. 
   Overnight on cruise.
   Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
   NOTE: Cruise itinerary is subject to change without prior notice.

7. DAY 7: HALONG BAY - HANOI - FLY TO DANANG - HOIAN

   Start the day with calming Tai Chi session on the sun deck. We will pass beautiful spots while having a light breakfast. In this morning, you are free to choose to explore a cave on an island or just spend your time soaking up some sun. After checking out from your cabin, we have a brunch on board. Around noon, we arrive back at Halong harbor. It's time to say goodbye to Halong Bay and head to Hanoi Airport (Noi Bai Domestic Airport) to catch the short departure flight to Danang. 
   Upon arrival at Danang airport, you are welcomed by the local guide and driver. They will send you to Hoian ancient town. Check in hotel & Free at leisure.
   Overnight at hotel in Hoian.
   Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch or Brunch on cruise.

8. DAY 8: HOIAN - ECO TOUR & VISIT ANCIENT TOWN - LANTERN MAKING

   After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel to visit a local fishing village by cycling on level ground to the Thu Bon River. For safety purposes, you will be given a short bicycle competency test. For those uncomfortable with riding a bicycle, a transfer by motorbike or taxi can be arranged.
   Ride along country lanes at a peaceful pace viewing local life and pause to see farmers toiling in their rice fields using centuries of farming practices. Peddle your way through palm forests, across bridges, fields of water buffalo…
   Take a short break in a local family at Cam Thanh Village before enjoying a 1.5 hours ride on Traditional Basket Boat (round boat) in the Water Coconut Palm Forest. Learn how to sail the basket boat and spend your time to catch fishes and “purple crabs” in the Canal.
   Continue to ride your bike to Tra Que Organic Vegetable Village where a large variety of vegetables is produced for the local community. At the village, you will be shown the environmentally sustainable practices which the local villagers have used for centuries and is still being used extensively today.
   After some farming practices, head a local family to enjoy a foot massage and the traditional herbal foot dip. You will then ride back to the hotel to rest during the day. Get ready for the afternoon walking tour.
   Afternoon, continue your trip to the Ancient Quarter of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you will embark on a walking tour visiting the major attractions such as Chua Ong Pagoda, Tan Ky Ancient House, Fujian Assembly Hall, and the Japanese Covered Bridge.
   Continue to visit the Precious Heritage Museum, home to the permanent exhibition of Réhahn’s Precious Heritage Collection. While transporting you to the furthest reaches of Vietnam, the collection will unveil the rich cultural tapestry of the ethnic tribes.
   As known for its antique architecture, its small narrow alleys and colourful tasty culinary, Hoian is also famous for larnterns when the night comes.
   This late afternoon, you’ll discover your Hoian tour to a lantern-making family in town. After hearing some stories about the lanterns, you’ll learn how to make a lantern yourself under the guidance of friendly and skilled hosts. It may take you some time to complete a lantern but it is definitely worth it when you take one home as the meaningful souvenir that you made with your own hands.
   Overnight at hotel in Hoian.
   Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.
   
   

9. DAY 9: HOIAN - FREE DAY AT LEISURE

   Today is at your leisure to enjoy the comforts of the hotel and its swimming pool. You might opt to get a tailor-made suit fitted or join a hands-on cooking class.
   Overnight at hotel in Hoian.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

10. DAY 10: HOIAN – DANANG – FLY TO CAN THO (A CAPITAL OF MEKONG DELTA)

    Have a breakfast. Enjoy your leisure time before transfer to Danang airport to catch the short flight to Can Tho city - “a capital of Mekong Delta”.
    Upon arrival, you are welcomed by the local guide and driver. They will send you to downtown. Check in hotel & take a short rest.
    In the late afternoon, you’ll visit the Organic Cocoa garden where you will have the chance to learn how to turn cocoa pods into delicious organic chocolate bars, and of course taste this yummy chocolate and many more things!
    Overnight at hotel in Can Tho.
    Meals included: Breakfast.

11. DAY 11: VISIT FLOATING MARKET & BIKING IN COUNTRYSIDE - DRIVE TO HO CHI MINH CITY

    Rising early to take a boat trip along the endless waterway of the mighty Mekong River to Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest floating market in Vietnam to get to know how people here do trading on the water. You will enjoy the view of the floating market at the same time Later, our boat heads to visit the local rice noodle factory to learn how local people make noodles by hand in the traditional way.
    Back to hotel for breakfast and refresh.
    Next, taking the bicycles at An Binh Market and going along Rau Ram canal.
    The village road is so nice. During the tour, you can know more about local people’s activities, the scenery of the countryside and the beauty of a canal. On the way to Ba Cong fruit garden to know more about a variety of fruits, you will see an ice factory, monkey bridge, some farms, etc…Then return your hotel for check out.
    Afternoon, we’ll drive to Ho Chi Minh City.
    Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.
    Meals included: Breakfast.

12. DAY 12: HO CHI MINH - FULL DAY OF CITY TOUR

    After breakfast, enjoy the attraction of Ho Chi Minh City: visit the Reunification Palace, a former residence of Indochina Governor General and later of the President of the Republic of Southern Vietnam.
    Then, head out to visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, where the French colonial presence can be felt. It was constructed between 1863 to 1880 entirely of imported French building material, including bricks from Marseilles and stained-glass windows from Chartres. The French-influenced design of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral still acts as a stop for people who seek for old beauties and calmness.
    Across the street to the Saigon Central Post Office, a stunning architectural marvel with rich Gothic, Renaissance and French influences.
    Transferring to Cao Dai Temple @ 891 Tran Hung Dao Street for an interesting noon service. Cao Dai is a new religious movement found only in Vietnam. It combines Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Confucianism and Islam. There is a ceremonial service taken every 6 hours, known as the most colorful ceremony of Vietnam.
    Back when technology was not the answer to every health concern, the Vietnamese relied on organic medicine to cure the sick. The 6 floors and 18 rooms of the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine showcases a variety of traditional drugs in the different regions of Vietnam. From the instruments used in preparing medicine to the different herbs and plants used, the Museum has carefully curated these things to perfection.
    Later, visit the Jade Emperor Temple (Phuoc Hai), a rare Taoist structure in Vietnam built in 1909 in dedication to the Lord of Heaven. It's filled with smoky incense and fantastic carved figurines and still buzzing with worshippers, many lounging in the front gardens.
    Our last stop would be at Ben Thanh market where is to stock up on souvenirs, T-shirts, bags, coffee and other local products. Discover local life and culture if shopping is not your mission.
    Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.
    Meals included: Breakfast.

13. DAY 13: CU CHI TUNNELS - MOTOBIKE TOUR WITH STREETFOOD EXPERIENCE

    In the morning, your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer about 75km Northwest of downtown Ho Chi Minh City to visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, which were once a major underground hideout and resistance base of Viet Cong forces during the two wars against the French and the Americans. The tunnels, entirely hand-dug, formed a highly intricate network of interlinked multilevel passageways at times stretched as far as the Cambodian border and totaling over 120km in length. Its complexity was beyond imagination containing meeting rooms, kitchens, wells, clinics, schools, depots, trenches and emergency exits, all arms for guerrilla warfare. The tunnels were deep and strong enough to withstand destructive bombings and self-contained enough to outlash prolonged sieges. Afterwards, transfer back to your hotel for your leisure time.
    In late afternoon, we will show you some hidden gems of Saigon that are not commonly seen in tourist guides. You will be able to experience the real-life of locals living in this bustling city through our unique tours and motorbike experience.
    Your guide & drivers will let you get deeper into the authenticity of the local that you can never experience by yourself with the specialties of Saigonese – “Com Tam” – Broken Rice which is serviced with a variety of ingredients such as barbecue pork, vegetables, pickle, and fish sauce
    You can get into the classic authentic atmosphere of the local life and cultures of Saigonese with one of the oldest apartments "Nguyen Thien Thuat" built-in 1968.
    Walk around the authentic local spotlight atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh city where you understand how locals hang out.
    Enjoy one of the typical dishes of HCMC - Vietnamese Rice Pancake in a local restaurant. The guide will show you the ingredients inside and explain how to make an authentic Vietnamese Rice Pancake. Then, we will let you try it in a local way that you would love it.
    Get into the old mafia area and discover authentic local traffic with many small alleys. Next, we will let you try one of the best “Bánh mì” which is a crunchy French-style baguette, stuffed with every combination of meats, vegetables, and sauces.
    The last stop, the guide & drivers will take you to the local food area to enjoy the super delicious dessert after driving you back to your hotel.
    Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.
    Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner with streetfood.

14. DAY 14: HO CHI MINH AIRPORT - DEPARTURE

    After breakfast, you are free until your guide and driver greets you at the hotel and escorts you to Tan Son Nhat International Aiport, to catch your departure flight home!