Hanoi Heritage, Ninh Binh & Ba Na Hills Wonders

Land in vibrant Hanoi, transfer privately into the historic Hoan Kiem district, and explore centuries of imperial scholarship and modern history.

1. Airport Meet & Assist

   Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Meet your driver at the arrival terminal for a comfortable, air-conditioned transfer via a private 4-seater vehicle directly to your hotel in Hanoi's Hoan Kiem district.

2. Check-in & Settle In

   Arrive at Little Diamond Hotel, complete your check-in formalities, and refresh in your Basement Double Room.

3. Afternoon

   Half-Day Afternoon Hanoi City Tour (Private)

   Set out with your private guide to explore the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu), Vietnam's first national university built in 1070, dedicated to Confucius and imperial scholars. Continue to the historic Hoa Lo Prison, gaining insights into Vietnam's struggle for independence.

4. Evening

   Evening at Leisure

   Take the evening to explore the street-food alleys and French-colonial architecture around Hoan Kiem Lake, or sample egg coffee at a local cafe.

Meals: Breakfast

Leave the capital behind for the emerald tranquility of Ninh Binh, exploring 10th-century royal temples and drifting through majestic river caves.

1. Departure to Ninh Binh (SIC)

   Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before meeting your shared tour coach for a scenic drive south through rural villages and lush rice paddies toward Ninh Binh province.

2. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

   Arrive at Hoa Lu, the historic capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Early Le Dynasties in the 10th and 11th centuries. Walk through the ancient sanctuary grounds and visit the historic temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh.

3. Tam Coc Sampan River Journey

   Board a traditional hand-rowed sampan boat along the Ngo Dong River. Drift through the natural wonderland often referred to as 'Halong Bay on land', gliding beneath three natural limestone water caverns—Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba—surrounded by dramatic karst peaks and seasonal waterways.

4. Early Evening

   Return to Hanoi

   Board your coach for the return drive to Hanoi, arriving in the early evening to enjoy dinner at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Transition from northern heritage to central coast shores, marvel at marble grottos, and gaze out over the sea from the feet of the towering Lady Buddha.

1. Hotel Checkout & Transfer to HAN Airport (Private)

   Savor breakfast at the hotel, complete checkout formalities, and meet your private chauffeur for your direct transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your domestic flight to Da Nang.

2. Flight from Hanoi to Da Nang (Self-Booked)

   Board your domestic flight across central Vietnam, touching down at Da Nang International Airport (DAD). The domestic flight is self-booked by the traveler.

3. Meet & Transfer to Hotel (Private)

   Meet your private chauffeur at Da Nang International Airport for a transfer to Nguyen Gia Hotel. Check in to your Superior Twin Room and refresh.

4. Afternoon

   Half-Day Da Nang Cultural Tour (Private)

   Explore the Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son), five limestone and marble peaks named after the elemental forces, with Buddhist sanctuaries, stone carvings and panoramic coastal viewpoints. Continue along Son Tra Peninsula to Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the 67-meter-tall white marble Lady Buddha statue overlooking the East Sea.

Meals: Breakfast

Ride cable cars above lush tropical forests into the cool mountain air of Ba Na Hills and stroll across the Golden Bridge.

1. Transfer to Ba Na Hills (SIC)

   Following breakfast, board your shared coach transfer for the scenic drive up to the foothills of the Truong Son mountain range.

2. Ba Na Hills Scenic Cable Car Ride

   Board the cable car network from Dream Stream Cable Car Station to the summit, travelling over lush mountain ravines and cascading waterfalls.

3. The Iconic Golden Bridge & French Village

   Visit the Golden Bridge, then continue into the French Village, Le Jardin D'Amour flower gardens, Luna Castle and Rose Garden.

4. Fantasy Park Adventures

   Explore Fantasy Park, an indoor entertainment complex featuring rides, family attractions, 4D/5D cinemas and interactive games.

5. Return to Da Nang

   Descend the mountain via cable car and board the return transfer to Da Nang.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy your final Vietnamese breakfast, complete checkout, and take a private transfer to Da Nang International Airport for your journey home.

1. Hotel Checkout

   Savor breakfast at the hotel, complete your checkout formalities, and store luggage at the concierge if your flight is scheduled for later in the day.

2. Private Da Nang Airport Drop-off

   Meet your private driver at the hotel lobby for a direct transfer via private 4-seater vehicle to Da Nang International Airport (DAD).

Meals: Breakfast