Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport, our local English-speaking guide will be waiting for you outside the arrival hall. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Your room is available from 14:00. Early check-in is subject to room availability. Balance of the day is free at leisure to discover the city at your fingertips. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

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Your day begins early with a private guide and a one-hour drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200-kilometer underground network of meeting rooms, kitchens, and hospitals, hand-dug during the French Indochina War and expanded during the Vietnam War. Watch a short documentary before exploring the tunnels and tasting boiled cassava, a wartime staple. Afterward, return to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Cholon, Saigon’s Chinatown, to sip coffee, visit historic temples and the bustling Binh Tay Market, stroll through century-old alleys, and meet artisans and healers preserving Chinese traditions.

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This morning is free until your private guide and car transfer you to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you’ll be driven to Hoi An. Begin your exploration with a stroll through Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. Once a bustling Southeast Asian trading port, Hoi An still preserves its timeless charm through colonial-era architecture and lantern-lit canals. As you wander the narrow lanes, enjoy the local specialties: white rose dumplings, green bean cakes, cao lau, banh mi, wontons, and a fragrant cup of Vietnamese coffee at a charming local café.

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Cycle through the peaceful countryside to Tra Que Village, famous for its fragrant herbs. Visit a local market to pick up fresh ingredients for your cooking class, then continue to a family home where you’ll explore their herb garden and unwind with a soothing foot bath and massage. Next, roll up your sleeves and learn to prepare local favorites like spring rolls, Tam Huu (pork and prawn skewers), and Banh Xeo (crispy pancakes). Savor your homemade dishes for lunch while soaking in the tranquil charm of Tra Que’s rural setting.

This morning is free until your private car transfers you to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. Lunch is at your own expense, and your room is available until noon. Upon arrival in Hanoi, you’ll be greeted by a private guide and car for a two-hour drive to Ninh Binh. Check in at your hotel.

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Escape the tourist trail and uncover the authentic beauty of Ninh Binh on a curated cycling adventure. Ride an eco-friendly e-bike through tranquil villages, lush rice fields, and karst mountain landscapes, passing historic Tran Dynasty sites and hidden temples along the way. Enjoy both paved and gentle dirt paths that reveal local life and untouched scenery. Conclude the journey with a home-cooked meal at a boatman’s house, pick fresh vegetables, help prepare traditional dishes, and savor your feast. Then, drift along the Ngo Dong River by rowing boat, exploring Tam Coc’s majestic limestone caves before returning to Hanoi.

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At your convenience, you’ll be picked up from your hotel lobby and transferred by private car to Tuan Chau to begin your cruise adventure. Enjoy lunch in the dining room before checking into your cabin. Later, explore Dark and Bright Cave by kayak or a local rowing boat, then unwind with a swim or a relaxing tea break at sunset. In the evening, join a cooking demonstration and Happy Hour before savoring a delicious BBQ dinner by the pool or in the restaurant. End the day with leisure activities such as squid fishing, mini-golf, or simply relaxing on the deck.

Begin your morning with a Tai Chi session on the deck, followed by a light breakfast before kayaking in the peaceful Ao Ếch area. After returning to the cruise, pack your luggage and enjoy a delicious brunch as you cruise back to the harbor. Disembark and meet your guide for the drive back to Hanoi, where you will spend the night.

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Discover Hanoi’s hidden charm on a journey beyond the usual sights. Begin with a peaceful morning walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, visit a lively Old Quarter market, and savor pho with Vietnamese coffee. Explore narrow alleys lined with nostalgic “tiger-cage” apartments and learn about the city’s storied black market. Meet a local family, share tea, and enjoy traditional music before visiting the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and Hoa Lo Prison, a haunting reminder of the nation’s turbulent past. This tour offers a deeper look into Hanoi’s authentic life, history, and enduring spirit.

At the appropriate time, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you through immigration before your guide and driver take you to your hotel for check-in and rest. Lunch and dinner are at your own leisure. Later, visit the residence of Tiao Nithakhong Somsanith, a distinguished Lao artist and cultural expert. Enjoy an insightful introduction to the heritage of Luang Prabang before experiencing a Soukhouan Baci blessing ceremony, a meaningful Lao ritual performed to bring harmony, good fortune, and spiritual balance.

Start your day exploring Luang Prabang, a charming city nestled between the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers. Visit key landmarks including Mount Phousi for panoramic views, the Royal Palace Museum to see the sacred Phrabang Buddha, and Vat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang’s most beautiful temple. After lunch, walk through the old town with an UNESCO expert to uncover the city’s unique architecture and hidden lanes. End your day with a serene sunset cruise on the Mekong River, enjoying local beer, snacks, and stunning views of the sun dipping behind the hills.

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Begin your early morning journey beyond Luang Prabang to a quiet village temple for the sacred Tak Bat ceremony, where locals offer food to monks in saffron robes. You may participate or observe respectfully before exploring the peaceful village and lively local market, sampling Lao delicacies, and joining a blessing ritual. Return to your hotel for breakfast, then drive to Ban Nong Heo to visit a traditional Khmu village. Enjoy a gentle countryside hike through forests and plantations before reaching Ban Thapene, gateway to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls.

Cruise along the Mekong River to the sacred Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues nestled in dramatic limestone cliffs. After exploring the caves, visit a charming riverside village where you’ll be welcomed into a traditional Laotian home for a freshly prepared local lunch in a peaceful garden setting. Savor coffee or tea before taking a gentle stroll through the village’s temple and traditional houses for a glimpse of authentic Lao life. Return to Luang Prabang by car. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

At the right time, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Hotel check-out is at noon. Lunch and dinner are on your own.