Meals: None
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a charming and richly historic city of lakes, shaded boulevards and leafy open parks. The centre is an architectural museum piece housing groups of ochre colonial buildings the air of provincial French towns of the
1930s. Its Old Quarter, where artisans and guilds lived and worked together to produce and sell a wide variety of items reflects the Vietnamese life in the past.
Upon arrival in Hanoi, where you will be met at the airport in the arrival hall by your Guide. You will be transferred for about 45 minutes to your hotel and check into your room.
You will visit the Temple of Literature is the symbol of the first university of Vietnam that was built in the 10th century by King Ly Thai To, the complex of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum((Closed on Monday, Friday and the whole months of October-November and all afternoons) included such as: Ba Dinh Square was where Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of independence of Vietnam in 2nd September 1945, House -on stilt, the one pillar pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Museum.  Taking a walk around the Old quarter of Hanoi and visit the Hoan Kiem Lake, and shopping in Dong Xuan market.

Meals: Breakfast
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is the capital of an ancient Vietnamese Kingdom called Dai Co Viet in the 10th century. This small Kingdom covered an area of only 300 hectares, and reigned from the 10th century, during the Dinh and Le dynasties, to the 11th century, during the Ly Dynasty. The Kingdom was enclosed by a citadel. Tam Coc – a harmonious architectural ensemble is also very attractive to tourists from all over the world. Here, there are many stretching mountain views, spectacular caves, and charming waterways of the rice paddies along with the stunning Ngo Dong River.

Driving about 2 hours to Ninh Binh with beautiful roadside scenery on the way. Arriving in Ninh Binh city, you will visit two temples: Temple of King Dinh and King Le where was the ancient Royal Capital – Hoa Lu of Viet Nam between 986 – 1009.

Transferring to Tam Coc Caves and taking a sampan trip with type views of marvelous limestone cliffs and glorious caves, rice paddies or lotus flowers (depending on season). It’s a great chance for you to get beautiful photo collections. Visit Mua Caves (if permits time)
Transfer back to Hanoi
Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner served by cruise
Hạ Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular travel destination in Quảng Ninh Province, Vietnam. Halong Bay is a beautiful natural wonder in northern Vietnam near the Chinese border. The Bay is dotted with 1,600 limestone islands and islets and covers an area of over 1,500 sqkm
Check out and drive through rice paddy fields to Ha Long Bay to Tuan Chau harbor via new highway. It takes only 2.5 hour drive instead of 3.5 – 4 hour drive by old road. You will board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of Ha Long Bay. Enjoy lunch on board as you
cruise out into the bay, stopping to anchor for an afternoon of activities. Activities are subject to each cruise and weather conditions.
The late afternoon is time for an excursion to Caves, the “pearl of Halong Bay” located in the protected area of Island. As one of the most valuable natural assets in Halong, Caves is a hidden charm of a unique ecosystem. After climbing almost 100 stairs to reach the cave, you should be amazed by the stalagmite system inside and the lush greenery towards the gate of heaven. In addition to mysterious cave discovery, you can join kayaking or relaxing on the beach to explore deeper. Halong Bay has been voted as one of the top world’s 25 Kayak destinations by National Geographic Adventures. You should have never missed out on this perfect kayaking location in Halong.
Overnight on board.
Note: Cruise program may change without prior notice, depending on the weather, tide level, authority…

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch,
Early morning, enjoy Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck (lasting for about 30 minutes)
Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries are served in the dining room.
The next destination is Fishing Village, one of the most worth-visiting floating villages in Halong. Remaining the most authentic community and ecological awareness, this place is a perfect attraction for travelers seeking local experiences in Halong Bay. Here residents live a modest life relying on the fishing industry and now the steady growth of the tourism industry. Enjoy some morning activities before getting back to your cabin to freshen up and finish packing.
Transfer back to Hanoi
Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast
Leisure until transfer to airport for departure.
****Ended of services in 5 days trip in the North of Vietnam****
Check in at 14:00 hrs & Check out at 12:00 hrs