Upon your arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you’ll be greeted by our guide and driver at the pickup lobby. You’ll then enjoy a 45-minute drive to the heart of Hanoi, passing over the Red River, where you can catch a glimpse of the city’s unique architecture and its famously bustling traffic.

Get pick up by tour guide to the Temple of Literature which was built under the Ly dynasty in 11th century for worshipping Confucius and teaching Royal children. Enjoy a walk in the garden to the city’s symbol Khue Van Cac. You will then visit the World Heritage "stone steles” which shows the name of outstanding students. Continue to explore the Quoc Tu Giam which is considered as the first national university of Vietnam.

In the afternoon, you visit the French Quarter – it is a “little Paris” in Hanoi with tree-lined boulevards, government head offices and a big square. Visit (outside) Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum before having a leisurely walk in the botanical gardens to visit the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts where he used to live and work. Towards the unique One – pillar pagoda which is one of the city’s symbols. It takes us from 1 to 2 hours to explore this complex, depending on the number of traveler.

Exploring the Hanoi Old Quarter which was built in the 15th century as a trading center in the capital city with 36 streets of different products. Despite the changes, the Old Quarter is always considered a live city museum. The unique tube houses, small alleys, temples, open door markets and street vendor foods come together in a beautiful harmony. Discovering the town by walking is the best way to stimulate all your senses.      

Finally, enjoying the water puppet shows that is the unique performances, first appeared in the 11th century. In these shows, the daily life, culture and belief of Vietnamese people are described by puppets on water. The show usually integrates a traditional music performance as well.

8:00 AM: Start from your hotel for 2 hour drive to Bai Dinh pagoda which is one of the most impressive of Buddhism centers in Vietnam. On arrival at pagoda, walk along a path with 500 stone arhats alongside it, lining the route to the main pagodas. Each of the large pagodas and huge statues is an example of artistic architecture.

Take a lift to the viewpoint, a 13-storey tower that is believed to keep a part of Buddha’s ashes. Experience a panoramic view of the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia, surrounded by an exquisite river valley that is dotted with limestone karsts which will take your breath away.

Have a break for lunch then visit Trang An, the world's first mixed heritage zone, recognized by UNESCO in 2014. On arrival at the pier, you will board a private traditional sampan boat which is gently rowed by a local. Cruise across a poetic river through a series of caves, some of them being 300-400m long. Every section offers you a new hidden world inside isolated valleys of tranquility.

Step off the boat for a walk through peaceful pagodas and temples worshipping the most famous Tran Dynasty’s mandarins. Get back on the sampan boat, immersing yourselves in the beauty of the nature while heading back to the pier.

7:00 AM: Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter (if you have booked the transfer with us). Depart for Halong Bay.

9:30 AM: Arrive at Tuan Chau port. We welcome our guests onboard with a welcome drink, followed by a cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check-in. Begin cruising and explore Halong Bay, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. JadeSails will take you on a 7.5-hour odyssey, deeply exploring remote Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, discovering many hidden splendors of untouched natural wonders.

11:00 AM: While cruising through a maze of towering limestone mountains, enjoy lunch in our elegant, air-conditioned restaurant. A buffet lunch (Western, Vietnamese, and seafood) is served, with spectacular seascapes always in view through the expansive windows.

1:30 PM: Drop anchor at a cove amid the dramatic natural scenery of the Dark and Light grotto archipelago. After an introduction from our expert on how to paddle safely, you'll glide gently through stalagmite caves into hidden lagoons in a bamboo boat rowed by a fisherfolk. Every turn reveals another surprise and secret passage in this maze of incredible rock formations rising majestically from jade-green waters.

3:00 PM: Continue to a quiet area in Lan Ha Bay, a serene tourist paradise in Vietnam known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, featuring about 400 fascinating islands. You may prefer to try kayaking or simply enjoy a swim, immersed in the crystal-clear waters of the bay.

4:00 PM: Join our short cooking demonstration class where our chef will guide you in making famous traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. Here, you will gain an understanding of Vietnamese culinary culture.

4:30 PM: Gather on the sundeck to watch the magnificent sunset over the Seven Wonders of Nature while enjoying our Sunset Party. It's an ideal time to make new friends, share your travel experiences, watch the sunset, or simply relax as we cruise back to Tuan Chau Marina. Alternatively, you can choose to relax in the large Jacuzzi located at the front of the cruise.

5:45 PM: Disembark at the port, and hop into our bus (if you have booked the transfer with us) for the return transfer back to Hanoi.

7:30 PM: Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, concluding the Halong bay day trip with Jade Sails.  

We will depart for Quang Phu Cau village, located about an hour's drive from Hanoi's city center. This charming village is renowned for its century-old tradition of making bamboo incense sticks. Upon arrival, you'll learn about the intricate process, from splitting bamboo and dyeing sticks to drying them under the sunlight, creating a sea of vibrant red hues. This picturesque setting offers fantastic photo opportunities, allowing you to capture the essence of this unique craft and the daily life of local artisans.

Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Hanoi and take you to Noi Bai Airport. The drive takes approximately 45 minutes.

Upon your arrival at Da Nang Airport, our local driver will greet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Da Nang, a journey of approximately 30 minutes. Once you reach your hotel, you’ll have the rest of the day to relax and enjoy at your leisure.

Head to Cam Thanh Village, a charming destination known for its water coconut forest ecosystem, coconut-painting craft, and rich cultural heritage. Enjoy a unique experience by paddling traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boats, famous for their distinctive shape and design. As you navigate the winding waterways, your guide will demonstrate rowing techniques used by local fishermen. Learn about traditional Vietnamese fishing methods and discover how local fishermen sustain their livelihoods with unique skills.

Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, visiting iconic landmarks such as the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Museum of Trade Ceramics, and Tan Ky or Phuc Kien Assembly Hall. You’ll also have free time to explore Hoi An Market, known for its vibrant atmosphere and local delicacies.

8:00 AM: Start from your hotel to have a full day visit to Ba Na hill complex. Located at 1478m high above the sea level and 25 km to the west of Da Nang, Ba Na Hill has a year round cool climate which makes it an ideal resort since French colonist time. On arrival, take 20 minutes of the world’s impressive cable car in order to reach the peak of Ba Na hill and observe the beautiful scenery.

Arrive at the station, take a visit to pagoda with giant Buddha statue, green gardens of multiple kinds of flora and flower interleaved by French architecture buildings and wine storages. Leisurely walk on the World’s top ten impressive architecture bridges – Golden Bridge. Immerse into the stunning views of national park, waterfall, ocean and city in remote distance which can hardly found in other regions.

Enjoy the entertainments in Fantasy Park – the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with series of interesting games before getting transfer back to city.

Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Da Nang City and take you to Da Nang Airport.