Arrival in Hanoi, the millennium-old capital of Vietnam. Visa formalities followed by a warm welcome from your local English-speaking guide, transfer to the hotel in the city center (room available from 2:00 PM) and a day tailored according to your arrival time. You will embark on the first visits of your journey in the city center, immersing yourself in the charm of the millennial capital (1010-2010). End the day with a relaxing massage session. Dinner on your own and overnight at the hotel.

• Included in the day: Lunch, services of a French-speaking Vietnamese guide, car rental with driver, entrance tickets, massage session, hotel accommodation

A day dedicated to discovering the most remarkable cultural sites and historical monuments of Hanoi: The Temple of Literature, a symbol of education and one of Hanoi's icons and The Museum of Ethnography, home to a collection of 25,000 ancient and contemporary objects that reflect the history of local populations. In the evening, enjoy a water puppetry show, a characteristic of Vietnamese culture recognized as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. Overnight at the hotel.  

• Included in the day: Lunch, services of a English-speaking Vietnamese guide, car rental with driver, entrance tickets, lunch, hotel accommodation

Departure for Ninh Binh - the land of limestone cliffs, sugarloaf formations, and rice paddies inundated by rivers and lakes all year round. Visit Mount Mua, climb 486 stone steps to the top of this bell-shaped mountain, which will reward you with a panoramic view of the Tam Coc region. Then, transfer to Tam Coc, go on a bike ride and relax while exploring this marvelous region. You will pass through villages and sugarloaf formations, enjoying the peaceful ambiance that characterizes this rural area. In the afternoon, take a boat excursion on the Ngo Dong River to explore Tam Coc. This long river winds its way through rice paddies, sugarloaf formations, and passes under three caves at the base of the limestone peaks. Your boat glides gently on the water, guided by local rowers, who will take you through enchanting landscapes. Discover Hoa Lu - the former imperial capital of Vietnam (960-1009), visit the temples of the Dinh and Le kings, nestled at the foot of a valley of rice paddies and sugarloaf formations. Learn about the history, especially the millennial conflict between Vietnam and Chinese troops (Kings Dinh and Le being the country's first victors and unifiers). Overnight in Ninh Binh.

• Included in the day: Lunch, services of an English-speaking Vietnamese guide, car rental with driver, entrance tickets, lunch, hotel accommodation."

You will depart by car with your guide around 7:00 in the morning, heading towards Cat Ba Island. It takes about 3h30 of driving to reach the ferry terminal. The ferry will take you to the island. You will then cross the island on a motorcycle (our colleagues on-site will drive) to reach the Ben Beo pier at the southern tip of the island. Lunch and sailing on our traditional junk boat (Four Seasons or Majonq). Kayaking and swimming in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight on board.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, services of a English-speaking Vietnamese guide, car and junk boat rental, entrance tickets to Lan Ha Bay, overnight on board

We recommend waking up early to enjoy the sunrise from the upper deck of the boat! After breakfast, you'll have a choice: a bike ride to the village of Viet Hai or sailing and swimming in a sheltered cove in Lan Ha Bay. You will return to Cat Ba Island around 12:00 PM. The car will be waiting for you there. Return to Hanoi is expected around 4:30 PM. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue. Upon arrival in Hue, you will be greeted by our driver and transferred to your hotel. Dinner on your own and overnight at the hotel.  

• Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, services of a French-speaking Vietnamese guide, car and junk boat rental, bicycle rental, Hanoi - Hue flight, welcome and transfer to the hotel in Hue

After breakfast, you will set out to explore the city with your guide. On the itinerary: The Imperial City, the residence and workplace of the 13 Nguyen kings for 143 years. The Mausoleum of Minh Mang – the Emperor well-known for being the father of 142 children with 43 concubines ; Phu Mong Village with garden houses – a fundamental element of Hue's imperial identity ; Thien Mu Pagoda, the most beautiful and most visited pagoda in Hue, or the tranquil Tu Hieu Pagoda where the tombs of Nguyen dynasty eunuchs are located. Depending on the time, you may witness the monks' prayer session. In the evening, enjoy a royal dinner aboard a dragon boat on the Perfume River. Overnight at the hotel.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, services of a French-speaking Vietnamese guide, car rental, entrance tickets, dinner, hotel accommodation

Full day at leisure for independent exploration of Hoi An's old town. You have the option to shop in the ancient quarter (lacquerware, handicrafts, etc.), including getting tailor-made clothing in silk shops. You can also take a bike ride to the surrounding countryside, where several traditional villages are located (vegetables, pottery, carpentry, etc.). Relax on the beautiful beaches of the East Sea (Cua Dai, An Bang...) which are located near Hoi An (weather permitting). Lunch and dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, hotel accommodation

Free morning before the transfer to Danang. You will be taken to the train station in the late afternoon. Heading to Nha Trang on an overnight train. Overnight on bunk beds in sleeper carriages.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, transfer to Danang, train tickets, overnight on board

Free day in Nha Trang.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, overnight at the hotel.

Free day in Nha Trang.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, overnight at the hotel.

Free day in Nha Trang.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast in Nha Trang followed by transfer to the airport. Flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Explore the city with an English-speaking guide in the afternoon. Dinner at your leisure and overnight at the hotel.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, airport transfer, flight Nha Trang - Ho Chi Minh City, private tour in Ho Chi Minh City, overnight at the hotel

Breakfast and then a final free day before your departure flight. Transfer to the airport.

• Included in the day: Breakfast, airport transfer