Best of Vietnam 7 Nights / 8 Days

Mumbai to Mumbai tour guests will report at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai as per scheduled flight departure time and proceed to Hanoi – Vietnam’s capital city for over 1000 years. Upon arrival, we explore Hanoi city, we visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex – a traffic-free area of monuments, memorials and botanical gardens. Here we visit the One Pillar Pagoda – a unique structure built of wood on a single stone pillar resembling a lotus blossom. Later we visit Temple of Literature – the first national university of Vietnam built in the 11th century.

In the evening we enjoy a Musical Water Puppet Show – an ancient art form of Vietnamese orchestra acted out by puppets in a pool of water offering authentic Vietnamese experience.

Today we proceed to Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands. Upon arrival, we proceed to the jetty and complete the check-in formalities for the cruise. Once we begin sailing, we can enjoy lunch on board while the cruise heads to the Dark and Light caves. We visit the caves by small boats or kayaks. Those with adventure spirit can enjoy Kayaking. We then pass by Dinh Huong Island and Ga Choi Islands. Enjoy swimming in the clear waters with stunning surroundings. In the evening, make Spring Rolls or Fruit Carving in the cooking demonstration activity before dinner. After dinner enjoy squid fishing activity or just relax on the top deck.

We begin our morning with a Tai Chi session, a gentle physical exercise that combines deep breathing with slow and easy movements. After refreshing our mind and body we go for a small excursion to the Trung Trang Cave on the Cat Ba Island where we do a small trek and admire exquisite beauty of ancient stalactites. Upon returning back on cruise we enjoy breakfast while admiring the beautiful view of the surrounding bay. We then disembark the cruise and proceed to Hanoi airport for flight to Da Nang – commercial and educational centre of Central Vietnam. Upon arrival we see Dragon Bridge and other illuminated bridges on the river Han.

Today we proceed to Sun World Ba Na Hills. We drive on one of the most beautiful roads of the city and arrive at the cable car station of Ba Na Hills. Enjoy the cable car ride offering spectacular views of Da Nang city and the surrounding forests. Here we first visit Golden Bridge – a curved golden hued bridge held up by two giant hands. We then enjoy the other attractions such as Le Jardin, Wax Museum, French Village, Pagodas and Alpine Coaster. We’ll then savor a delectable international buffet lunch at the Ba Na Hills. We descend down by cable car and visit Marble Mountains – home to limestone caves filled with shrines of Lord Buddha followed by visit to Monkey Mountain to view the Linh Ung Pagoda and Lady Buddha – 67-metre tall white statue of the Goddess of Mercy

Today we proceed to Hoi An – an ancient town which was declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is now a peaceful town of exceptionally well-preserved architecture, lifestyles and traditions. Upon arrival we visit Cam Thanh Coconut Village – a peaceful oasis nestled in the heart of Hoi An known for its vibrant coconut groves. Here we enjoy a unique basket boat ride along the river and witness the thrilling basket boat dance performed by skilled boat rowers. Later we take a walking city tour of Hoi An and discover a 400-year-old Covered Bridge, Phung Hung Ancient House, Fujian assembly hall. Hoi An being the tailoring capital of the world you will find tailor shops on every street corner of this ancient town where you can get customised dress stitched in few hours. In the evening, see a different side of Hoi An when all the roads, houses, restaurants and cafes are illuminated by thousands of lanterns, creating a magical glow. Here we take a Lantern Boat Ride on the Hoai river and witness the town's architectural wonders come to life under the shimmering lantern lights. We then drive back to Da Nang

Today we proceed to My Tho city. Upon arrival we visit Vinh Trang Pagoda – a Buddhist temple. We then take a boat ride in Mekong River Delta – considered as the rice bowl of Vietnam, with a colourful collection of towns sprinkled along the banks of the Mekong River. We get down at Unicorn Island – one of the many enticing islands on the Mekong River. Here we visit Honey Tea Farm and Fruit Farm. Get mesmerised by the local Vietnamese musicians and singers playing traditional songs. Later we enjoy a traditional boat ride in the narrow tree lined canal. Here you can get a chance to enjoy rowing too. We then visit a local coconut Candy factory and witness the entire making of coconut candies. We then get back on the boat and make our way to Phoenix Island to relish traditional Vietnamese food. We then return back to the city. Upon arrival, we have free time for shopping.

Today we explore Ho Chi Minh City. We visit the War Crime Museum which features a comprehensive collection of the machinery, weapons, photos, and the documentation of Vietnam war with both the French and the Americans. Later we see Reunification Palace, Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office, former US Embassy and Cho Lon including Thien Hau Pagoda.

It’s time now to say goodbye!