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A night among the limestone islands, then spring in the highlands.
Ten days from the north to the highlands: the caves of Ninh Binh, a full-board night on a Ha Long Bay cruise, Hanoi’s old centre and the pine forests, lakes and villas of Dalat.
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Your guide and car wait at the airport.
Arrive at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport, where your guide and car meet you. The guide can help you buy a local SIM card before you drive to your hotel.
The rest of the day is yours. The Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake are close, and an evening walk is the easiest way to feel the city.
Hospitium: Hanoi
The ancient capital’s caves and a boat through limestone peaks.
After breakfast you drive about two hours south to Ninh Binh. The morning is for Am Tien Cave, a historic site inside the Hoa Lu ancient capital complex.
Then a boat trip through the Trang An landscape passes three main caves such as Sang, Toi and Nau Ru, between limestone peaks and green water. You return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Nota: Entrance fees, cable cars and games are not included. The schedule can change with weather and road conditions.
Hospitium: Hanoi
Limestone islands, a cave by kayak and dinner under the stars.
Early in the morning you leave the Old Quarter by private car for Ha Long Bay and board the Verdure Lotus Grandeur Cruise at midday. A welcome drink and a safety briefing come first, then a lunch buffet while the ship sails among the islands, passing Fighting Cock Islet and Finger Islet.
In the afternoon a small boat takes you to Luon Cave, which you can explore by kayak or bamboo boat (optional). You can climb Ti Top Island for a panoramic view of the bay and swim in its green water. In the evening: sunset on deck, an optional Vietnamese cooking class, dinner under the stars, then karaoke, a drink at the bar or squid fishing.
Nota: The route and schedule can change with weather and tide, and swimming or kayaking can be cancelled in bad weather. Drinks and massage are not included.
Hospitium: Ha Long Bay
Sunrise tai chi, a great cave and an evening in Hanoi.
Start the day with a tai chi class on the deck at sunrise. After a light breakfast you visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest in the bay, with its stalagmites and stalactites and a panoramic view as you step out. Back on board you check out while a late breakfast is served on the way to the port, then drive back to Hanoi.
In the afternoon you discover Hanoi’s centre: the Old Quarter by cyclo, Vietnamese egg coffee, the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake and an evening water-puppet show.
Large chambers and a bay view at the exit.
A cyclo ride, egg coffee and the city’s old centre.
A traditional Vietnamese performance on water.
Nota: Entrance fees and the water-puppet ticket are not included.
Hospitium: Hanoi
From the north to the cool central highlands.
After breakfast you go to Hanoi airport for the domestic flight to Dalat, a highland city of pine forests, lakes and French-era villas. You reach your hotel in the afternoon and have the evening to walk and settle in.
Hospitium: Dalat
Views over the plateau, flower gardens and a forest village.
From the summit of Langbiang you see the whole city and the plateau, with optional activities such as horse riding and jeep rides. Then the Golden Valley, known for its landscapes, colourful flower gardens and clear streams.
The Co Lan village of the Co ethnic group sits in the forest and is counted among the most beautiful old villages in Vietnam. The day ends at the Valley of Love, one of Dalat’s best-known sights, where you can walk the lakeside or try horse and bicycle rides.
Nota: Entrance fees, cable cars and games are not included. The schedule can change with weather and road conditions.
Hospitium: Dalat
Unusual architecture, a Zen monastery and a pine-lined lake.
The day begins at Hang Nga Villa, known as the “Crazy House” for its unusual, dreamlike architecture. Next is Truc Lam Zen Monastery, the largest in Lam Dong, a quiet place above Tuyen Lam Lake and the surrounding mountains.
Tuyen Lam Lake covers about 350 hectares among pine forests and emerald water, a favourite for photographs. The day ends at the Sculpture Tunnel, with sculptures that recreate Dalat’s old railway station and the Con Ga church.
Nota: Entrance fees, cable cars, rides and games are not included. They are paid extras.
Hospitium: Dalat
A yellow station, a royal retreat, a porcelain pagoda and a tea hill.
Dalat Railway Station is one of the oldest in Vietnam, a bright yellow building with bold European lines. Palace I, beside the site of King Bao Dai’s retreat, is a vast complex of about 60 hectares and one of the grandest projects of its time.
Linh Phuoc Pagoda is decorated entirely in ceramic and glass pieces, which is why it is also called the “broken-tile” pagoda. The day closes on Cau Dat tea hill, with wide landscapes, mountain views and, with luck, a sea of clouds and a beautiful sunrise.
Nota: Entrance fees, cable cars, rides and games are not included. They are paid extras.
Hospitium: Dalat
A midday flight north.
After breakfast you go to Dalat airport for the domestic flight back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is yours.
Hospitium: Hanoi
Your guide takes you to the airport.
After breakfast your guide takes you to Hanoi airport for your flight home. We look forward to welcoming you again.
Finis itineris
Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem · 2 noctes
Genus hospitii: Double room
Imagines huius deversorii mox addentur cum ius utendi habebitur.
Ha Long Bay · 1 nox
Genus hospitii: Executive Suite with Private Balcony (Executive Suite with Private Balcony)
Imagines huius deversorii mox addentur cum ius utendi habebitur.
Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem · 1 nox
Genus hospitii: Double room
Imagines huius deversorii mox addentur cum ius utendi habebitur.
Bui Thi Xuan Street · 4 noctes
Genus hospitii: Double room
Imagines huius deversorii mox addentur cum ius utendi habebitur.
Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem · 1 nox
Genus hospitii: Double room
Imagines huius deversorii mox addentur cum ius utendi habebitur.
The domestic flights of the route are included: Hanoi → Dalat on day 5, and Dalat → Hanoi on day 9.
The airline, flight times, seat class and baggage allowance are shown in your offer before you pay. International flight tickets are not included.
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