Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, and check into your hotel. Take some time to rest and adjust to the time zone. Begin your exploration with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex. Tour the mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda.Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit the Ngoc Son Temple. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, and explore the vibrant night market in the Old Quarter.
Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and admire its traditional architecture and serene gardens. Continue to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about Vietnam’s diverse ethnic groups. Explore the bustling Old Quarter on a cyclo tour. Wander through its narrow streets, visit local markets, and have lunch at a traditional Vietnamese eatery. Attend a water puppet show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, an enchanting traditional performance unique to Vietnam.
Check out of your hotel and travel to Halong Bay by private car or shuttle bus. Arrive at the harbor and board your cruise ship. Begin your Halong Bay cruise, marveling at the stunning karst formations and emerald waters. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board and explore famous caves or islands Participate in activities such as cooking classes or sunset photography. Savor a fresh seafood dinner and relax on the deck under the stars.
Continue your cruise around Halong Bay and enjoy breakfast on board. Disembark and return to Hanoi to catch a flight to Da Nang. Arrive in Da Nang and transfer to Hoi An. Check into your hotel and start exploring Hoi An’s ancient town, known for its well-preserved architecture and lantern-lit streets.Walk through the Hoi An Ancient Town, visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, and enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant.
Take a half-day trip to My Son, an ancient Cham civilization site located in a lush valley. Explore the historic temples and learn about the Cham culture. Return to Hoi An and relax at An Bang Beach or explore local artisan shops and markets. Enjoy a leisurely dinner in Hoi An, sampling local specialties like Cao Lau and White Rose dumplings.
Check out of your hotel and fly from Da Nang to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Check into your Siem Reap accommodation upon arrival. Begin your exploration with a visit to Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Spend the afternoon marveling at its intricate carvings and expansive grounds. Explore the vibrant Pub Street area for dinner and experience the lively nightlife of Siem Reap.
Visit the Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom, known for its enigmatic stone faces, and explore the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue your tour to Ta Prohm, famous for its intertwining trees and atmospheric ruins. Return to Siem Reap and visit the Angkor National Museum to gain deeper insights into Khmer history and culture. Enjoy a traditional Khmer dinner and cultural performance at a local restaurant.
Spend your final morning exploring the local markets in Siem Reap for last-minute souvenirs. If time permits, visit the floating village of Tonle Sap Lake for a glimpse into rural Cambodian life. Check out of your hotel and head to Siem Reap Airport for your departure flight.
