Day 1: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City
Flight: Depart from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Kolkata to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), Ho Chi Minh City.
Arrival: Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check-in.
Overnight Stay: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.
Flight: Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for a flight to Da Nang.
Transfer: From Da Nang, proceed to Da Nang Bay Hotel for check-in.
Afternoon Tour:
- Coconut Village (Cam Thanh): Take a boat ride through the Coconut Forest near Hoi An, experience the local lifestyle, and enjoy traditional basket boating.
- Hoi An Ancient Town: Stroll through this UNESCO World Heritage Site in the evening, explore lantern-lit streets, traditional markets, and enjoy riverside views.
Overnight Stay: Da Nang Bay Hotel
Day 3: Da Nang – Ba Na Hills Day Tour
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Full-Day Tour:
- Ba Na Hills: Visit the French Village, the famous Golden Bridge (hand bridge), Fantasy Park, and Linh Ung Pagoda.
- Sun World Ba Na Hills: Explore the amusement park and gardens at the top.
Overnight Stay: Da Nang Bay Hotel
Day 4: Da Nang – Marble Mountains and Evening Travel to Ninh Binh
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Day Tour:
- Marble Mountains: Visit this cluster of five marble and limestone hills, explore the caves, and see pagodas like Tam Thai Pagoda.
- Dragon Bridge: Walk across or view the iconic bridge that lights up in the evenings.
- Lady Buddha (Linh Ung Pagoda): A serene visit to this tallest statue of the Goddess of Mercy overlooking Da Nang Bay.
Evening: Return to the hotel and prepare for an overnight train/bus transfer to Ninh Binh.
Overnight Stay: En route to Ninh Binh (overnight travel by train or bus)
Day 5: Ninh Binh – Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hoa Lu, Trang An Boating
Morning: Arrive in Ninh Binh and check-in to the hotel.
Day Tour:
- Bai Dinh Pagoda: Visit one of Vietnam’s largest pagodas, known for its giant Buddha statues.
- Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Discover the ancient capital of Vietnam with temples and historic sites.
- Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex: Take a boat ride through limestone caves and stunning landscapes (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Overnight Stay: Ninh Binh
Day 6: Ninh Binh – Mua Cave, Tam Coc, Bich Dong Pagoda
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Day Tour:
- Mua Cave: Hike to the top for panoramic views of Tam Coc’s limestone peaks and rice paddies.
- Tam Coc Boat Tour: Enjoy a serene boat trip through caves, surrounded by lush greenery and limestone cliffs.
- Bich Dong Pagoda: Explore this three-tiered ancient pagoda set against a limestone mountain.
Overnight Stay: Ninh Binh
Day 7: Transfer to Halong Bay – Cruise and Island Exploration
Morning: Early breakfast and transfer from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay.
Halong Bay Cruise:
- Cruise Check-in: Board the cruise ship and embark on a scenic journey through Halong Bay.
- Sightseeing: Visit nearby islands, explore limestone caves, and relax on the deck.
Overnight Stay: On the Halong Bay Cruise
Day 8: Halong Bay Kayaking and Transfer to Hanoi
Morning: Breakfast on the cruise.
Activities:
- Kayaking in Halong Bay: Paddle through hidden caves, grottoes, and emerald waters.
Afternoon Transfer: Return to the shore and drive to Hanoi.
Evening: Arrive in Hanoi, brief rest, and prepare for an overnight bus/train to Cao Bang.
Overnight Stay: En route to Cao Bang (overnight travel by bus or train)
Day 9: Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfall and Nguom Ngao Cave
Morning: Arrive in Cao Bang and transfer to the hotel.
Day Tour:
- Ban Gioc Waterfall: Visit this stunning, tiered waterfall on the Vietnam-China border.
- Nguom Ngao Cave: Explore this limestone cave with impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
Overnight Stay: Cao Bang
Day 10: Return to Hanoi and Departure
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, then depart for Hanoi.
Afternoon: Arrive in Hanoi, with free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
Flight: Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), Hanoi for your return flight to Kolkata (CCU).
End of Tour.
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