Day 1: Arrive at Ha Noi (Lunch)
Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to the city center for a guided tour of Hanoi. Begin your journey with a visit to the vibrant Old Quarter, followed by the tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake. Explore iconic landmarks such as Ngoc Son Temple, The Huc Bridge, and the Tháp Bút (Pen Tower).
Enjoy a one-hour cyclo (rickshaw) ride through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, offering a unique perspective of local life. Then, unwind with a cup of Vietnam’s famous egg coffee. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Ha Noi city (Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast at the hotel, begin your day at Dong Xuan Market, one of the largest and liveliest markets in Hanoi. Next, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university, built in honor of Confucius. Admire its peaceful gardens and historic pavilions, and try your luck by gently rubbing the head of one of the stone turtles—a local exam superstition.
Continue to Hoa Lo Prison (infamously nicknamed the "Hanoi Hilton"), followed by a visit to the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex (outside view), Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, symbolizing a lotus flower and honoring the Goddess of Mercy.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show, a unique Vietnamese cultural performance.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Excursion to Ninh Binh – “Halong Bay on Land” (Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast, depart at 08:00 for a full-day trip to Ninh Binh, a region known for its stunning limestone landscapes and cultural heritage.
Upon arrival, board a sampan boat and gently row through the peaceful waterways of Thung Nắng, surrounded by rice fields and towering karst mountains. Later, visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, where you’ll explore historic temples and learn about the country’s early dynasties.
Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 4: Ha Noi - departure (Breakfast)
Start your day with a relaxing walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, where locals gather for morning exercise, tai chi, and quiet reflection. Take in the peaceful atmosphere or explore more of the Old Quarter at your leisure.
Return to the hotel for breakfast. Enjoy free time until check-out at noon. Then transfer to the airport for your onward flight.