Upon arrival at Hanoi Airport, complete the immigration process and meet our local guide. Transfer to your hotel for some rest. In the afternoon, begin a half-day city tour starting at Ba Dinh Square, the cultural and political center of Hanoi. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum, the Stilt House, the Fishpond, and the Japanese One-Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam. Then enjoy a one-hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake, soaking in the bustling local life. After the tour, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

 After breakfast, depart for a scenic drive 90 kilometers south of Hanoi to Ninh Binh, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Begin with a boat ride through the stunning Tam Coc Caves, where towering limestone karsts rise from vibrant paddy fields. After a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, visit Hoa Lu, the historic capital of the 10th-century Vietnamese kings, and admire the intricate wooden reliefs of the Dinh and Le temples. End the day with a visit to the serene Bich Dong Pagoda before returning to Hanoi for an overnight stay.

Following breakfast, embark on a 3.5-hour drive through Vietnam’s picturesque countryside to reach Tuan Chau Marina at Halong Bay. Board a day cruise for a four-hour exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, also known as the "Descending Dragon Bay." Cruise through a maze of limestone formations with names like Sail Island, Fisherman's Head Rock, Butterfly Rock, and Turtle Islet. Visit caves and pass by floating houses while enjoying a delicious lunch onboard. After the cruise, return to Hanoi for an evening at leisure and an overnight stay.

 After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your downtown hotel. After checking in and freshening up, spend the day exploring Saigon at your own pace. Suggested visits include the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office. In the evening, explore Ben Thanh Market for shopping. Overnight stay in Saigon.

After breakfast, transfer to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network used during the Vietnam War. Watch an introductory video about their construction and experience crawling through a short section of the tunnels to understand the narrow, intense conditions faced by soldiers. Explore the various parts of the tunnels, including trap doors, storage facilities, weapon factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens. After the tour, enjoy a local lunch and return to Saigon, where you can spend the evening shopping, sightseeing, or enjoying the city's vibrant nightlife. Overnight stay in Saigon.

After breakfast, pack your bags and check out from your hotel. Board your transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight home, bringing back wonderful memories of your Vietnam adventure.