Amazing Vietnam

Day 1: Arrival & The Emerald Waters of Ha Long Bay

• Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and take a direct transfer to the coast (approx. 2.5 to 3 hours). Step aboard a luxury cruise ship as you set sail into the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay.

• Afternoon: Cruise past thousands of towering limestone karsts and jagged islets. Depending on your cruise route, take a bamboo boat or kayak excursion into hidden lagoons, or explore the massive stalactites inside Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave.

• Evening: Enjoy a romantic sunset dinner on deck, followed by squid fishing or stargazing over the peaceful bay.

• Overnight: Ha Long Bay Cruise.

Day 2: Ha Long Bay to Da Nang & The Modern Riverside

• Morning: Wake up to a calming Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over the karsts. Enjoy a brunch while the ship sails back to the harbor.

• Afternoon: Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi to catch a short domestic flight south to Da Nang. Check into your city or beachfront hotel.

• Evening: Explore Da Nang’s vibrant coastal energy. Walk along the Han River waterfront to see the famous Dragon Bridge spit real fire and water (a spectacular show that happens on weekend nights at 9:00 PM).

• Overnight: Da Nang.

Day 3: Ascent to Ba Na Hills & The Golden Bridge

• Morning: Check out and take a 45-minute drive to the base of the Truong Son Mountains. Board one of the world’s longest single-cable cable car systems, ascending through the clouds to Ba Na Hills.

• Afternoon: Step onto the iconic Golden Bridge, marveling at the giant, weathered hands cradling the shimmering walkway over the misty mountain valleys. Explore the architectural replica of the French Village, the colorful Le Jardin D’Amour flower gardens, and the alpine coaster rides.

• Evening: As the day-trippers leave the mountain by late afternoon, the resort transforms. Enjoy a quiet, romantic evening stroll through the misty European-style streets and a cozy dinner at the mountain peak.

• Overnight: Ba Na Hills.

Day 4: Mountain Descent to Ancient Hoi An

• Morning: Take the cable car back down the mountain and take a scenic 1-hour drive south to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Hoi An. Check into your boutique resort.

• Afternoon: Begin exploring the historic Hoi An Ancient Town. Walk past preserved yellow-hued merchant houses, visit the iconic 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, and step inside old assembly halls blending Chinese and Vietnamese architecture.

• Evening: As night falls, the entire town turns off its electric lights and illuminates thousands of colorful silk lanterns. Take a romantic wooden boat ride down the Thu Bon River, releasing a floating candle lantern onto the water.

• Overnight: Hoi An.

Day 5: Basket Boats & Tailor Shops

• Morning: Take a short trip to the nearby Cam Thanh coconut village. Climb into a traditional Bamboo Basket Boat to navigate the narrow, tranquil waterways lined with water coconut trees, watching local fishermen perform acrobatic boat spins.

• Afternoon: Return to town to browse Hoi An’s famous tailor shops, where you can get custom-made linen clothing or suits crafted in under 24 hours. Alternatively, spend a lazy afternoon relaxing on the white sands of An Bang Beach.

• Evening: Wander the lively Hoi An Night Market to shop for local handicrafts and soak in the vibrant riverside atmosphere.

• Overnight: Hoi An.

Day 6: Fly to Phu Quoc Island (Heading South)

• Morning: Transfer to Da Nang International Airport (DAD) for your domestic flight to the tropical paradise of Phu Quoc Island (typically via a brief connection or direct flight depending on seasonal schedules).

• Afternoon: Head straight to the South Island and check into your beach resort. The south is famed for its powdery white sands and luxury properties. Spend the afternoon unwinding on the stunning shores of Bai Sao (Sao Beach).

• Evening: Enjoy a fresh seaside dinner at sunset along the island’s southern coast.

• Overnight: Phu Quoc (South Island).

Day 7: The World’s Longest Oversea Cable Car & Mediterranean Town

• Morning: Head to the southern tip of the island to explore Sunset Town, a massive, colorful architectural replica of a Mediterranean coastal village.

• Afternoon: Board the record-breaking Phu Quoc Cable Car, the longest non-stop three-way cable car system in the world. Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree aerial views over tiny fishing villages and turquoise waters as you glide toward Hon Thom (Pineapple Island) to spend a few hours at the nature park and water park.

• Evening: Return to Sunset Town to watch the sunset from the iconic Kiss Bridge (Cau Hon), a striking architectural landmark where two piers face each other without fully touching.

• Overnight: Phu Quoc (South Island).

Day 8: Transfer North via the Grand World Venice Canals

• Morning: Check out and travel north along the island’s western coast (approx. 45 to 60 minutes) to the North Island, checking into your northern resort.

• Afternoon: Immerse yourself in Grand World Phu Quoc, an expansive “sleepless city” entertainment complex. Take a water taxi ride down a replica of the Venice Canals, walking across ornate bridges and viewing the massive, intricate bamboo welcome center.

• Evening: Catch the spectacular, high-production “Colors of Venice” multimedia water and light show over the Grand World lake.

• Overnight: Phu Quoc (North Island).

Day 9: Starfish Beach & Wild Nature

• Morning: Rent a driver to take you to the remote, pristine shores of Rach Vem (Starfish Beach) on the northern tip of the island. Walk along the quiet sands to spot the thousands of vibrant red starfish resting in the shallow, clear water.

• Afternoon: Explore the edges of the lush Phu Quoc National Park or visit the massive conservation efforts at Safari Phu Quoc, the country’s largest open-air wild animal park.

• Evening: Spend your final evening enjoying a quiet, romantic dinner right on the northern beaches, listening to the gentle waves of the Gulf of Thailand.

• Overnight: Phu Quoc (North Island).

Day 10: Departure

• Morning: Enjoy a final tropical breakfast at your resort before transferring to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) for your flight home.