INCREDIBLE NORTHERN VIETNAM (VISIT TO HANOI - OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO HALONG)

DAY 02: HANOI CITY TOUR - GROUP TOUR (B, L) Have breakfast at your hotel before being picked up for the Hanoi city tour around 8:00 am. Head for Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi's oldest Buddhist temple. Situated on the peaceful West Lake, this pagoda offers a tranquil atmosphere perfect for meditation and reflection. Next, visit the Hochiminh Mausoleum, one of Hanoi's most important historical sites. This solemn monument houses the embalmed body of Vietnamese revolutionary leader Hô Chi Minh. The next destination is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn more about the rich cultural diversity of Vietnam's ethnic groups. The museum features fascinating exhibits, artifacts, and displays showcasing the traditions, customs and lifestyles of different ethnic communities across the country. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese meal at a nearby local restaurant After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, a renowned Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's first national university dedicated to Confucius and honoring scholars and intellectuals. End your day with a visit to the relic of Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton". Originally built by French colonialists to imprison political dissidents, the prison gained international notoriety during the Vietnam War. Accommodation : Hanoi Meals : Breakfast, Lunch DAY 02: HANOI CITY TOUR - GROUP TOUR (B, L) Have breakfast in your hotel before being picked up for Hanoi city tour at around 08:00 a.m Head to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi. Situated on the serene West Lake, this pagoda offers a tranquil atmosphere perfect for meditation and reflection. Then visit the Hochiminh Mausoleum, one of the most significant historical sites in Hanoi. This solemn monument houses the embalmed body of Vietnam's revolutionary leader, Ho Chi Minh The next destinations is Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the rich cultural diversity of Vietnam's ethnic groups. The museum features fascinating exhibits, artifacts, and displays showcasing the traditions, customs, and lifestyles of different ethnic communities across the country. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese meal at a local restaurant nearby After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, a renowned Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's first national university dedicated to Confucius and honors scholars and intellectuals. Conclude your day with a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison Relic, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton." Originally built by the French colonialists to imprison political dissidents, the prison later gained international notoriety during the Vietnam War Accommodation: Hanoi Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 03: HANOI - HALONG BAY - NIGHT CRUISE (B, L, D) 8:15am - 8:30am: After breakfast, begin your journey with a comfortable transfer from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay. Arrive at Halong Bay's Tuan Chau Pier, where you'll board your cruise ship Embark on the emerald waters of Halong Bay, surrounded by imposing limestone karsts and islets. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views as you head for Bo Hon Island, one of the bay's most picturesque spots. Disembark at Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise Cave, a magnificent limestone cave adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Return to your cruise ship for a delicious lunch featuring a range of fresh seafood, Vietnamese specialties and international dishes. After lunch, cruise to Ti Top Island, named after Russian cosmonaut Gherman Titov, who visited the island in 1962. Climb to the top of the island for a breathtaking panoramic view of Halong Bay's iconic karst landscape, or relax on the island's pristine sandy beach and swim in the crystal-clear waters. It's time to enjoy the sunset on the terrace with a cooking class to learn how to cook traditional courses 7:00 pm: Dinner will be well served by the cruise staff 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm It's time to participate in squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke or simply laze around or relax in your cabin. Accommodation : Halong Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 03: HANOI -HALONG BAY- OVERNIGHT CRUISE (B, L, D) 8h15 - 8h30: After your breakfast, Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay. Arrive at Halong Bay's Tuan Chau Pier, where you'll board your cruise ship Set sail across the emerald waters of Halong Bay, surrounded by towering limestone karsts and islets. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views as you make your way towards Bo Hon Island, one of the bay's most scenic spots. Disembark at Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise Cave, a magnificent limestone grotto adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Return to your cruise ship for a delicious lunch featuring an array of fresh seafood, Vietnamese specialties, and international dishes. After lunch, cruise to Ti Top Island, named after Russian cosmonaut Gherman Titov, who visited the island in 1962. Climb to the island's summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Halong Bay's iconic karst landscape or relax on the island's pristine sandy beach, swim in the crystal-clear waters. Time to enjoy sunset in the sundeck with a cooking classs to learn how to cook some traditional classes 19:00: Dinner will be well served by cruise staff 21.00 - 22.00 Time to join squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke or just laze around or relax in your cabin. Accommodation: Halong Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 04: HALONG - HANOI (B/BR) 06:30 Welcome a new day with an incredible dawn over the legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body and mind with a Tai-chi lesson on the terrace. Admire the morning seascape with a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy breakfast while enchanting the Karst labyrinth. From 8:00 to 9:00 a.m., take an exciting kayak excursion to Luon Cave, a hidden gem nestled among towering limestone cliffs. Paddle the tranquil waters of the cave's enclosed lagoon, surrounded by lush greenery and imposing rock formations. Afterwards, relax and check out before enjoying brunch on the way back to port. 12:00 - 16:30 Disembark and transfer back to Ha Noi city Accommodation : Hanoi Meals : Breakfast, Lunch DAY 04: HALONG - HANOI (B/BR) 06.30 Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body & soul with a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck. Catch a morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, and have breakfast while charming the labyrinth of Karst. 8:00 - 9.00 take a thrilling kayaking excursion to Luon Cave, a hidden gem nestled amidst towering limestone cliffs. Paddle through the tranquil waters of the cave's enclosed lagoon, surrounded by lush greenery and towering rock formations Then relax yourself and check out before having brunch on the way back to the harbor. 12:00 - 16:30 Disembark and transfer back to Ha Noi City Accommodation: Hanoi Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 05: DEPARTURE (PD) Departure from your accommodation. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel. Your private car will pick you up from your accommodation at the agreed time. It's time to say farewell and begin your journey home. Have a safe flight!!! Meals : Breakfast End of service ! DAY 05: DEPARTURE (B) Checking out of your accommodation. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel. Your private car will pick you up from your accommodation at the prearranged time. It's time to say farewell and start your journey back beloved home. Wish you a safe flight!!! Meal: Breakfast End of service!