BEST OF VIETNAM TOUR – NOVEMBER 2025

28.11.2025 Bucharest – Istanbul – Hanoi

07:30 – mandatory meeting with your group escort. Together you will board the TURKISH AIRLINES flight TK 1044. Departure at 10:10 from Bucharest. Arrival at 12:45 in Istanbul. Departure at 18:05 from Istanbul, flight TK 252, with destination Hanoi.

29.11.2025 Hanoi – City Tour

Arrival in Hanoi at 07:05 (local time). After completing visa formalities and collecting luggage, transfer and accommodation in Hanoi at a 4* hotel. Early check-in is included. Relaxation until lunch. In the afternoon we will take a city tour of Hanoi, the country's capital. The city tour includes the most important tourist attractions in Hanoi. We will visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, dedicated to Confucius, one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Vietnamese architecture, Ngoc Son Temple, Huc Bridge, and the ancient Ma May house. We will take a rickshaw ride through the narrow, labyrinthine streets of the Old Quarter, which will offer us an authentic perspective on the daily life of the locals. We will also have a unique experience. We will visit the famous Train Street, one of the most photographed tourist attractions in Vietnam. Optional: In the evening, we propose you attend a traditional water puppet show, a special cultural moment specific to the northern region of Vietnam. This unique art form is performed by farmers in the region to celebrate harvests and depict scenes from rural life, folklore, and Vietnamese traditions.

At the end, we will be transferred to the hotel. Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Hanoi.

30.11.2025 Hanoi – Optional: One-day Tour in the Ninh Binh Region

Breakfast. Free day in Hanoi. Optional, we propose an unforgettable authentic experience that will take you through incredible landscapes and reveal the natural beauty of the Tam Coc - Ninh Binh region. We will take a boat trip on the river and observe the spectacular landscapes of limestone cliffs, in a variety of fascinating shapes and sizes, alongside rice fields stretching to the horizon. We will visit Bich Dong Pagoda, a cultural and spiritual gem surrounded by picturesque landscapes, built in the 17th century. The pagoda consists of three levels: Ha (Lower), Trung (Middle), and Thuong (Upper), each offering a unique and impressive experience. From the highest level, we will be able to admire a spectacular panorama of the surrounding landscape, with rivers winding among mountains and vast rice fields.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Hanoi.

01.12.2025 Hanoi – Halong Bay

After breakfast, we will be transferred through the Red River Delta to the coastal area, where we will board a one-night cruise in the Halong archipelago. Once you have boarded, you will be greeted with a welcome cocktail. You will have lunch and dinner aboard the ship, while enjoying the spectacular landscapes of Halong Bay, offering you a unique perspective on the local lifestyle. You will also have the opportunity to explore traditional fishing villages or visit nearby temples and historical monuments to better understand the rich culture and history of the region.

Lunch, dinner, and accommodation aboard the La Regina Grand Cruise.

02.12.2025 Halong Bay – Hanoi – Da Nang

In the morning, we continue exploring the bay with an excursion to one of the archipelago's caves. After having breakfast and lunch aboard the ship, we will disembark and be transferred to Hanoi airport for the domestic flight to Da Nang at 17:00. Upon arrival, we will be greeted and transferred for accommodation at the hotel.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Da Nang.

03.12.2025 Da Nang – Optional: One-day Tour in Hue

Breakfast. Free day for relaxation at the beach in Da Nang. Optional, we will visit Hue, a city full of history and culture, located in central Vietnam. The city is charming through its traditional architecture, old temples, and lush gardens. First, we will take a cruise on the Perfume River and admire the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Royal Tombs of Minh Mang. Then we will take a walking tour through the Forbidden City, followed by a rickshaw ride through the streets of the Imperial City, a fortified complex that served as the imperial residence.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Da Nang.

04.12.2025 Da Nang – Optional: One-day Tour in Hoi An & Ba Na Hills

Breakfast. Free day for relaxation at the beach in Da Nang. Optional, we propose a one-day excursion to Hoi An and the Ba Na Hills area. Hoi An is an important cultural and tourist center, famous for its period architecture, with beautifully preserved old buildings, narrow paved streets, and Buddhist temples. We will cross Hai Van, one of the most famous and picturesque mountain passes in Vietnam, offering spectacular landscapes and an impressive panorama over the East Sea. Upon arrival in Hoi An, we will take a walking tour through the Old Town, an exciting and captivating experience. We will admire the fascinating architecture of the old buildings and explore the lively shops, where unique souvenirs and traditional products can be found. We will then head to the Ba Na Hills area where we will visit the famous Golden Bridge. We will ascend to approximately 1,500 meters altitude, in a picturesque area, from where we will admire the Linh Ung Pagoda, Loc Uyen Garden, and Quan Am Pavilion. Then we reach the famous Golden Bridge by cable car, renowned for its spectacular design, with two immense bronze hands supporting a curved golden bridge. In the evening we return to the hotel.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Da Nang.

05.12.2025 Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)

Breakfast. The morning is free for rest and relaxation at the beach in Da Nang. In the afternoon, we will be transferred to Da Nang airport for the domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh at 17:10. Upon arrival, we will be greeted and transferred to the hotel.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Ho Chi Minh.

06.12.2025 Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)

After breakfast, we will take a panoramic city tour through Saigon to discover its cultural and historical diversity. We will visit the Reunification Palace, Thien Hau Temple, Binh Tay Market and the Chinese quarter, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Post Office, an architectural gem reminiscent of Vietnam's colonial period. Optional: In the evening, we propose a culinary tour by scooter. After dark, we will set off on the city's lively streets, passing by ancient temples, impressive colonial buildings, and crowded markets. Along the way, we will make several stops, including one for a street-food tasting.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Ho Chi Minh.

07.12.2025 Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh

Breakfast. Today is dedicated to the Mekong Delta. We will take a relaxing walk along the banks of the Mekong River and witness the daily life of locals living along the river. You will then navigate by boat on the narrow and winding canals of the delta, passing by mangrove forests, tropical fruit orchards, and picturesque villages. At the end of the tour, we will be transferred back to the hotel.

Accommodation at a 4* hotel in Ho Chi Minh.

08.12.2025 Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) – Istanbul

Breakfast. Free day in Saigon. Late check-out is not included (check-out is at 12:00). Optional, we propose a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a complex underground labyrinth that served as an operations base for Vietnamese forces during the war. You will learn the ingenious secrets and strategies used by locals to survive and observe the narrow and hidden tunnels that played a crucial role in the guerrilla tactics of Vietnamese fighters.

In the evening, we will be transferred to Saigon airport to board the international flight to Istanbul TK 163, departing at 22:15.

09.12.2025 Istanbul – Bucharest

Arrival in Istanbul at 05:25. Boarding on flight TK 1043 departing at 08:30 in the morning to Bucharest. Arrival at Otopeni Henri Coanda at 08:50 local time.