VIETNAM WITH HO CHI MINH TOUR FOR INDIANS WITH INDIAN MEALS/FOOD

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

• Day : 1
  Hanoi Arrival - Quang Phu Cau

  • Arrive at Noi Bai Airport, meet driver, and transfer to hotel (check-in 2 PM). (1 hr drive)
  • (Includes 2 airport transfers for groups arriving at different times.)
  • Free time at leisure.
  • Visit Quang Phu Cau Incense Village to see and photograph the incense-making process and local life.
  • Return to hotel.
  • Overnight in Hanoi.

• Day : 2
  Hanoi - City Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Meet your tour guide and driver for a full-day city tour.
  • Visit Ba Dinh Square and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum–Hanoi’s most important historical site.
  • Continue to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi (6th century).
  • Explore the Temple of Literature (built in 1070), dedicated to Confucius and Vietnam’s first university.
  • Proceed to the Hanoi Old Quarter and Train Street to experience local daily life.If lucky, you may witness a train passing through the narrow street.
  • Enjoy an optional Egg Coffee, a signature Vietnamese drink
  • Attend a traditional Water Puppet Show, an iconic Vietnamese art form.
  • Return to hotel and overnight in Hanoi

• Day : 3
  Hanoi - Drive to Sapa - Cat Cat Village

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Morning: Pick-up from hotel and depart for Sapa via expressway to Lao Cai City (with a short comfort break).
  • Arrive in Sapa Town, home to ethnic groups like the H’mong, Dzao, and Tay.
  • Transfer to hotel for check-in.
  • 2:00 PM: Begin a 3 km walk to explore Cat Cat – Shin Chai Village of the H’mong people.
  • Visit the Hydropower Station and Cat Cat Waterfall.
  • Learn about local culture, crafts such as weaving, silver carving, and tool making.
  • Return to Sapa
  • Free time at leisure.
  • Overnight in Sapa.

• Day : 4
  Sapa - Silver Water - Glass Bridge

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit the beautiful Silver Waterfall.
  • Continue to the Cloud Dragon Glass Bridge, located on O Quy Ho Pass, overlooking the Hoang Lien Son mountain range.
  • The bridge stretches 300 meters in a circular shape with four walkways extending in different directions.
  • Made entirely of transparent glass at an altitude of over 2000 meters, it offers stunning panoramic mountain views.
  • Optional adventure activities at the same site: Bungee Jumping, Ziplining, or Paragliding (at your own cost).
  • Return to the hotel and relax.
  • Overnight in Sapa.

• Day : 5
  Sapa - Fansipan Peak - Back to Hanoi

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Proceed to Sun Plaza Sapa Station to board the Muong Hoa Mountain Train – enjoy stunning views of valleys, rice terraces, and forested mountains along the way.
  • Arrive at Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and take a 20-minute ride on the world’s longest and highest cable car, admiring breathtaking scenery.
  • Reach 2,800 meters altitude, then take a short train ride to the Fansipan Peak – the Roof of Indochina at 3,143 meters above sea level.
  • Explore the spiritual cultural complex, see majestic Buddha statues, and capture panoramic mountain views.
  • After the tour, transfer back to Hanoi.
  • Arrive in Hanoi, check in to the hotel and relax.
  • Lunch on your own.
  • Dinner at an Indian restaurant (set menu).
  • Overnight in Hanoi.

• Day : 6
  Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Overnight on Cruise

  • Breakfast at the hotel & check out.
  • Transfer to Ha Long Bay via expressway (approx. 2.5–3 hrs).
  • Board the cruise – enjoy lunch onboard while sailing through the UNESCO-listed bay.
  • Visit: A grotto with fascinating stalactite formations. A nearby island for beach time or a short hike to a viewpoint.
  • Evening Activities: Watch the sunset from the deck. Join a Vietnamese cooking class. Enjoy dinner with local specialties.
  • Optional: Squid fishing.
  • Overnight: Onboard the cruise.
  • Note: Itinerary may vary. English-speaking guide available. Drinks not included with meals.

• Day : 7
  Halong - Hanoi - Flight to Danang

  • Sunrise Tai Chi on the sundeck.
  • Tea & coffee while cruising through scenic islets.
  • Optional: Kayaking or bamboo boat ride.
  • 09:00 AM: Check out; enjoy brunch onboard.
  • 11:00 AM: Disembark & transfer to Hanoi airport via expressway.
  • Fly to Danang (flight included).
  • Arrival: Transfer to hotel & check in.
  • Visit Dragon Bridge at night @9:00pm for firework and water show (only on Saturday and Sunday)
  • Overnight: Danang.

• Day : 8
  Danang - Marble Mountain - Cam Thanh Coconut Village - Hoi An

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Afternoon: Driver and guide pick you up for the tour to Hoi An, with stops en route: Marble Mountain (Ngu Hanh Son): Explore the five-element mountains symbolizing metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. Visit Tam Thai Pagoda and Linh Ung Pagoda, admire sacred caves, and enjoy the artistry of Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village.
  • Cam Thanh Coconut Village: Experience traditional fishing techniques, ride a bamboo basket boat, and explore peaceful coconut waterways while learning about local life.
  • Visit Hoi An Old Town: Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Phung Hung / Tan Ky Ancient House, Japanese Covered Bridge, Traditional Performing Arts House, Explore laneways & handicraft shops.,
  • Evening: Boat ride on Hoai River; release flower lanterns.
  • Visit night market & lantern-lit streets.
  • We will try delicious local Banh Mi, Pizza in Rice Paper, Banana Pancakes, etc for Dinner
  • Overnight: Danang.

• Day : 9
  Danang - Bana Hills with the Golden Bridge

  • Breakfast at hotel & check out.
  • Drive (~35 km) to Ba Na Hills; take the famous Cable Car ride.
  • Visit Vong Nguyet Hills, Linh Ung Pagoda, and Old French Villas.
  • Continue to Nui Chua Mountain – see Nghinh Phong Top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden, & ride the hill train.
  • Explore Le Jardin D’Amour & Golden Bridge with panoramic views.
  • Afternoon: Free time at Fantasy Park (indoor amusement park).
  • Note: Wax Museum, Wine Cellar, Alpine Coaster & paid games not included.
  • Overnight: Ba Na Hills.

• Day : 10
  Danang - Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

  • Breakfast at hotel and check-out.
  • Transfer to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
  • On arrival, meet driver and transfer to city center.
  • Start half-day city tour: Visit the War Remnants Museum, featuring exhibits and artifacts from the Indochina wars, including military vehicles and reconstructed prison “tiger cages.”
  • Explore Ben Thanh Market, a bustling local market offering everything from souvenirs to local delicacies.
  • Return to hotel and check-in.
  • Overnight in Hotel

• Day : 11
  Ho Chi Minh City Tour - Mekong Delta Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Pick-up (~7:30 AM) for Mekong Delta – My Tho tour (~5:30 PM drop-off)
  • Drive to My Tho, a peaceful town on the Mekong River
  • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda (late 19th century Buddhist site)
  • Board a sampan cruise along the Mekong River, passing Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix & Tortoise Islands
  • Stop at Unicorn Island – walk through orchards, taste tropical fruits, enjoy folk music performance
  • Take a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son Canal
  • Visit honey bee farm and coconut candy workshop – taste honey tea and local snacks
  • Lunch at local restaurant and short rest
  • Afternoon: Option to cycle around Tan Thach Village or relax in a hammock
  • Return to Ho Chi Minh City in late afternoon
  • Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City

• Day : 12
  Ho Chi Minh - Departure

  • Breakfast at the Hotel
  • Free time at leisure 
  • Transfer from the hotel to SGN - Ho Chi Minh City Airport