VIETNAM HIGHLIGHTS & PHU QUOC ISLAND TOUR PACKAGE 8 DAYS: SOUTH TO NORTH

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, checkout, and private transfer to Tan Son Nhat Domestic Airport for your scheduled flight to Phu Quoc Island.

Midday: Welcome reception at Phu Quoc International Airport; transfer to your beachside resort for check-in.

12:30: Transfer by private car to VinWonders Phu Quoc, the largest theme park in Vietnam:

• Discover The Sea Shell (Hai Vuong Aquarium), one of the top 5 largest aquariums in the world, and watch the mesmerizing 15-minute Mermaid Show.

• Enjoy rollercoasters, interactive exhibits, and water attractions (admission tickets included).

16:30: Proceed to Grand World Phu Quoc – The Sleeperless City. Stroll along the romantic Venice Canal, view European-style pastel townhouses, take photos on scenic bridges, or relax at outdoor cafes.

18:30: Return transfer to your resort.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Resort in Phu Quoc.

08:00 – 08:30: Pickup from your hotel lobby and transfer south to An Thoi Harbor.

09:15: Board a modern high-speed canoe to explore the An Thoi Archipelago:

• Coral Park: Stop for sightseeing, photos, or try the optional Seawalker experience (walking under the ocean; expense paid directly).

• May Rut Trong Island: Relax on pristine white-sand beaches, swim under coconut palms, and take professional photos with surfboard setups.

• Gam Ghi Island (Dam Ngang): Snorkel over colorful natural coral reefs in clear, shallow waters.

• Mong Tay Island: Enjoy swimming in turquoise waters with flycam video capture.
• 13:00: Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on the island.

Afternoon: Cruise to Hon Thom Island to enjoy thrilling water rides at Aquatopia Water Park. Return to the main island on the Guinness-record Hon Thom Cable Car, soaring over fishing villages and turquoise seas.

17:00: Transfer back to your resort. Evening free at leisure to explore the Phu Quoc Night Market.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Resort in Phu Quoc.

Morning: Breakfast at resort, checkout, and private transfer to Phu Quoc Airport for your connecting flight to Da Nang (via HCMC).

Midday: Arrival at Da Nang Domestic Airport; meet your Central Vietnam private driver and transfer to hotel.

13:30: Pick up for a cultural discovery of Central Vietnam:

• Visit the sacred Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son): climb to explore hidden cave shrines (Huyen Khong Cave) and panoramic coastal viewpoints.

14:45: Travel to Cam Thanh Water Coconut Fishing Village. Board traditional round bamboo basket boats (Thung Chai) to navigate palm canals, learn cast-net fishing, and watch a basket boat spinning performance.

16:30: Arrive in Hoi An Ancient Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) for a walking tour:

Visit the 17th-century Japanese Covered Bridge (featured on the 20,000 VND bill), Chinese Assembly Halls (Cantonese / Fujian), and Tan Ky Ancient Merchant House.

• Check out the lantern-lit evening night markets and historic riverfront.

20:00: Return coach transfer to Da Nang.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Da Nang.

 08:00: Pickup from your hotel and transfer to Sun World Ba Na Hills (~35 km).

 09:00: Board the world-record single-track cable car system to the summit station.

 09:45: Walk across the world-famous Golden Bridge, held aloft by giant mossy stone hands. Explore Le Jardin D’Amour flower gardens, Debay Wine Cellar, and Linh Ung Pagoda.

 12:30: Enjoy an extensive buffet lunch at the mountaintop restaurant.

 14:00: Explore the French Village and enjoy indoor amusement games, 4D/5D theaters, and attractions inside Fantasy Park.

 15:00: Descend via cable car and return to your hotel in Da Nang to collect luggage.

 17:30: Dedicated private transfer to Da Nang Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Hanoi (HAN).

 21:30: Arrive at Noi Bai Domestic Airport; meet your Northern private driver and transfer to your central hotel.

 Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Hanoi.

 08:30 – 09:00: Pickup from your hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay via the modern expressway by luxury limousine van.

 11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, board the cruise ship, and attend the safety briefing.

 12:15: Savor a Vietnamese seafood and regional lunch onboard while cruising past limestone karsts, including Fighting Cocks and Thumb Islet.

  13:45: Anchor at Bo Hon Archipelago to explore Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, marveling at thousands of illuminated stalactites and stalagmites.

 15:00: Enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride through Luon Cave to enter a tranquil hidden lagoon.

 15:45: Visit Ti Top Island: swim at the sandy beach or hike to the summit for a 360-degree panoramic view of Halong Bay.

 16:30: Cruise back to Tuan Chau Harbor while enjoying an afternoon Sunset Party with tea, fresh fruits, and pastries on the upper deck.

 17:30: Disembark and board the highway transfer back to Hanoi.

 20:00: Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi.

08:00: Pickup from hotel and depart south through the Red River Delta to Ninh Binh Province (~2 hours).

10:00: Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Vietnam's 10th-century seat of power. Tour the royal sanctuaries honoring King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh.

11:15: Hike up 500 stone stairs along the winding dragon ridge of Mua Cave (Hang Mua) for panoramic aerial views across the Tam Coc river valley and limestone peaks.

12:30: Relish a traditional lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic regional delicacies and vegetarian choices.

13:45: Proceed to Tam Coc ("Halong Bay on Land"). Board a private, hand-rowed wooden sampan boat along the Ngo Dong River:

• Drift through three massive natural caverns (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba) beneath ancient hanging stalactites.

• Witness local river life, emerald paddy fields, and soaring limestone karsts.

17:00: Reboard the coach and travel back to Hanoi.

19:30 – 20:00: Arrive back in Hanoi and drop off at your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Hanoi.

08:00: Meet your tour guide and embark on a morning cultural tour of Vietnam's capital:

• Tran Quoc Pagoda: 6th-century Buddhist pagoda situated on West Lake.

• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex: Tour the presidential grounds, wooden Stilt House, and the 11th-century One Pillar Pagoda. (Mausoleum closed Mondays & Fridays; modest attire required).

• Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: Explore the fascinating cultures, houses, and traditions of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. (Replaced by the Vietnam Women’s Museum on Mondays).

12:45: Return to the hotel to collect luggage.

Afternoon: Dedicated private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) for your scheduled flight home.

End of our Vietnam Highlights & Phu Quoc Tour with unforgettable memories!