Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Option 1: Bai Dinh – Trang An (2 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex. 11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 1:00 PM: Trang An boat tour through caves and ancient temples. 4:00 PM: Return to Hanoi. 6:00–6:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. Option 2: Hoa Lu – Trang An or Tam Coc (2 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:00 AM: Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and its historic temples. 11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 1:00 PM: + Choose Trang An: Boat ride through caves and limestone scenery. + Choose Tam Coc: Sampan boat ride through rice fields and caves. 4:00 PM: Return to Hanoi. 6:00–6:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. Option 3: Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Cave (3 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda and the largest bronze Buddha statue. 11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 1:00 PM: Trang An boat tour through caves and temples. 3:30 PM: Hike Mua Cave for panoramic views of Tam Coc. 5:00 PM: Return to Hanoi. 7:00–7:30: Arrive in Hanoi. Option 4: Hoa Lu – Trang An or Tam Coc – Mua Cave (3 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:00 AM: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and temples. 10:30 AM: Hike Mua Cave for stunning views. 12:30 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 2:00 PM: + Choose Trang An: Boat ride through caves and limestone scenery. + Choose Tam Coc: Sampan boat ride through rice fields and caves. 4:30 PM: Return to Hanoi. 7:00–7:30: Arrive in Hanoi. Note: Itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or site conditions, but all main activities will be included

Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century. Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world • Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas… • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes. PM : Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton

Hanoi to Sapa Limousine Bus: The limousine bus service typically departs from Hanoi's Old Quarter in the early morning or late morning, traveling to the town of Sapa. The journey includes rest stops for refreshments and bathroom breaks, and the buses are equipped with comfortable seating for relaxation during the 5–6 hour trip. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at a central location in Sapa for easy access to your accommodation. Return Trip: The return trips follow the same setup, with a return in the late afternoon or evening, bringing you back to Hanoi after a day of sightseeing. Note: As the seating is assigned randomly based on the pick-up route, please follow the seating arrangement provided by the driver.

Embark on a captivating 3-day journey to Sapa, Vietnam’s stunning mountainous paradise! Trek through breathtaking rice terraces, explore vibrant traditional villages, and enjoy the cozy charm of a homestay. Immerse yourself in the lush landscapes and rich culture that make Sapa a must-visit destination! Day 1: Hanoi – Sapa – Local Village (L) Start your journey with a pickup from your hotel in Hanoi or meet at a designated location. Depart for Sapa and enjoy scenic views during the journey. Arrive in Sapa Town and enjoy a delicious meal and settle into your accommodation. Take a guided tour of a local village and learn about the Black Mong people's culture and traditions while taking in the stunning landscapes. Return to the hotel to relax and spend the night. Day 2: Cat Cat - Fansipan Legend (B/L) After breakfast at the hotel, trek to Cat Cat Village. Experience local craftsmanship and the beautiful surroundings. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Explore Fansipan Mountain (additional costs apply) or enjoy free time in Sapa to wander the town and visit local shops. Day 3: Ham Rong Mountain – Hanoi (B/L) After breakfast at the hotel, trek up Ham Rong Mountain (Dragon’s Jaw) for panoramic views of Sapa and its surroundings. Return to the hotel for lunch. Depart Sapa and drive back to Hanoi. Arrive back in Hanoi. NOTE: Please note that the itinerary may be adjusted due to weather and traffic conditions. However, all attractions included in the tour will still be visited.

We will have 2 Optional: City Tour Half-day (Morning or Afternoon) or City Tour Full- day Option 1: Half-day morning 8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City 08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century. 09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique Padoga in the world Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas… Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area 11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays 12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes. Option 2: City tour afternoon 14:30: Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century 15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton 16.15 -16.30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel

1/2 Day to Explore Hanoi By Cycling (small groups) From 8.00 am, Start the tour at meeting point (20 Hang Muoi street or 24 Hoi Vu street). Guide makes safety instructions on how to navigate safely through Hanoi on a bicycle. Start the trip with beautiful treelined streets and breath in the fresh air around the West Lake area, Tran Quoc Pagoda and Truc Bach lake. Experience how tranquil and peaceful it is just 15-minutes from the buzzling Old Quarter of Hanoi. We adventure on narrow paths through impressive banana plantations and vegetable gardens on Banana Island that cover the fertile grounds of the Red River Delta. We will B52 lake and pass the Mausoleum of (former) President Ho Chi Minh and visit the North Gate. Visit Hanoi citadel with great wall and historic exhibits, there you can see Hanoi Flag Tower and Military base of Hanoi. Then you get to the old train railway with impressive old heritage buildings Hanoi is so famous for. The trip winds down with a local home-made egg coffee at the popular Cafe and will end at the meeting point.

Morning: Tour guide and car pick you up at your hotels then start for Hanoi city tour. + Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Ba Dinh Square. It is the final resting place of Ho Chi Minh, the most iconic and popular leader of Vietnam, known to his people as ‘Uncle Ho’. His body is preserved here in a glass case in the Mausoleum in central Hanoi (albeit against his wishes). + The One Pillar Pagoda was built following a dream by the fatherless emperor in which the enlightened being Avalokiteshvara gave him a baby son resting on a lotus flower. Emperor Ly Thai Tong commissioned the pagoda to be created in resemblance of this lotus flower which is also the Buddhist symbol of enlightenment. + Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and West lake – the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi which built in the 6th century and West lake is the biggest lake in Hanoi. * Having lunch in the local Vietnamese restaurant Afternoon: + Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam (Its closed on Monday and we will change to visit Hoa Lo Prison) + The next destination is Dong Xuan market, the largest wholesale market in Hanoi was built in 1889. Dong Xuan Market has long been a tourist attraction in Hanoi. Coming to Dong Xuan Market, you can find a wide range of commodities from fabric, clothing, local handicrafts, souvenirs and street foods. + Saint Joseph Cathedral, located at 40 Nha Chung street, is a Roman Catholic cathedral with neo- gothic style which was built about 120 years ago. In 1882, after the French army conquered Hanoi, the cathedral was constructed and completed in 1886. The cathedral and Nha Chung area were built on the land formerly belonging to Bao Thien pagoda, which was built under Ly dynasty. + Hanoi Train Street in Hanoi is one of the Best Things To Do to learn and explore Hanoi local life: Rather than being a normal road with car or motorbike traffic, it has actual real railway lines running through it. Homes and businesses literally open out onto the railway lines. This is also a highlight of out Hanoi city tour. Our tour guide and driver will drop you off same pickup place. Say goodbye to tour guide and driver. End of the Hanoi city tour. %

Hanoi to Sapa Limousine Bus: The limousine bus service typically departs from Hanoi's Old Quarter in the early morning or late morning, traveling to the town of Sapa. The journey includes rest stops for refreshments and bathroom breaks, and the buses are equipped with comfortable seating for relaxation during the 5–6 hour trip. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at a central location in Sapa for easy access to your accommodation. Return Trip: The return trips follow the same setup, with a return in the late afternoon or evening, bringing you back to Hanoi after a day of sightseeing. Note: As the seating is assigned randomly based on the pick-up route, please follow the seating arrangement provided by the driver.

Option 1: SUPER HOT: FOOD & TRAIN at 09h00 am & 18h00 pm Experiencing street food is essential for anyone visiting Hanoi. Join this small-group walking tour through the charming Old Quarter, where you'll discover hidden culinary treasures. Indulge in iconic dishes like pho noodle soup, banh mi sandwiches, bun cha meatballs, and the famous egg coffee, all while gaining insights into local culture and cuisine. The tour includes convenient pickup at hotels in the Old Quarter Option 2: Full-day city tour (classic program) Discover the highlights of Hanoi on a full-day tour with a local guide. Visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh Complex and the Hoa Lo Prison Museum. Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch and learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups at the Vietnam Ethnology Museum. Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. Head to the Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. Admire the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, built in the 6th century. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, walk around the garden and see the 2 houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit the One Pillar Pagoda, which worships the Goddess of Mercy. Next, visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam. If the museum is closed, visit the Women's Museum instead. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy 6 delicious Vietnamese dishes. After lunch, continue to the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century. Leave for the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel in Hanoi.

• The tour guide will pick you up in front of the hotel to explore the beauty of this peaceful city • The first stop is a visit to the HO CHI MINH MAUSOLEUM. This is the most important and sacred place in Hanoi. It is located in Ba Dinh Square - where Uncle Ho read the Declaration of Independence giving birth to Vietnam. This place will help you understand more about the simple life but with a noble revolutionary career of the greatest president of Vietnam. In addition to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visitors can also visit the Presidential Palace, Uncle Ho's stilt house, fish pond, Ho Chi Minh museum - places associated with Uncle Ho's daily life • You will admire the ONE PILLAR PAGODA - an ancient, sacred pagoda, the most famous in Vietnam because of its unique architectural & cultural symbol of Hanoi • The next destination is the TEMPLE OF LITERATURE - the first university in Vietnam, established in a temple to train royals, mandarins and members of the Vietnamese elite, for an incredible 800 years. This is a beautiful and culturally significant place to explore. Most students come here to pray for their studies. This place is covered by a row of giant trees along with meticulous, lavish architectural works of that time to highlight the wealth of the aristocracy • Our tour guide will take you to HANOI OLD QUARTER - famous for its narrow streets, bustling markets and vibrant street life. From the car, you will admire DONG XUAN MARKET - the largest famous & traditional market in Hanoi, where you can feel the vibrant life of the local people. Next, you will admire TA HIEN STREET - KNOWN AS THE STREET THAT NEVER SLEEPS. This short street of less than 100 meters is always bustling and vibrant. The liveliness of this street is created by the music, laughter of the bars & the wonderful aroma of the shops, street food stalls in Hanoi. Besides, on this trip, you will ENJOY EGG COFFEE ON THE TRAIN TRACK. Unlike other places, the train track here is located right in the middle of a crowded residential area, just a few steps away from people's houses, creating a scene that is both strange and familiar, like an indispensable part of daily life. At times when there are no trains running, the small roads on both sides of the tracks become a living space for people: children play, adults cook, sit and drink tea or knit. Enjoying a cup of egg coffee, a specialty coffee of Hanoi while admiring the passing trains will definitely be an unforgettable experience • You can admire the ancient architecture at the OPERA HOUSE and the CATHEDRAL in Hanoi, these are some of the most famous architectural works in Hanoi • You will also admire the NGOC SON TEMPLE, located in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake - a famous spiritual place in Hanoi. The temple also boasts unique architecture and a beautiful view of the famous Hoan Kiem Lake. Then you can visit Hoan Kiem Lake – the heart of the capital, where the legend of the Divine Turtle returning the sword is kept • End the tour