Itinerary
- Day 1
Hanoi
HanoiOptional Activities
- Explore Hanoi's Old Quarter independently
- Wander through historic trading lanes
- Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city
- Day 2
Hanoi
Hanoi- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tours of Hanoi
- Explore tree-lined boulevards
- Visit lakes and historic sites
- Experience café culture
- Day 3
Hanoi - Mai Chau
Hanoi - Mai Chau- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore surrounding villages on foot
- Bicycle through quiet lanes connecting hamlets
- Observe stilt houses of White Thai community
- Discover traditional weaving practices
- Explore rice fields
Landmarks Mai Chau Valley 
- Day 4
Mai Chau
Mai Chau- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit local market
- Mai Chau Highlands Explorer by Vintage Jeep - private 4-hour tour with local English-speaking guide visiting backcountry communities, local crafts, and regional specialities tasting
- Day 5
Mai Chau - Ninh Binh
Mai Chau - Ninh Binh- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk around Tam Coc area
- Cycle through the countryside
- Rent a scooter locally
- Visit Thai Vi Temple
- Explore Tam Coc boat pier
- Visit Bich Dong Pagoda
Landmarks Thai Vi Temple Bich Dong Pagoda 
- Day 6
Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Arrange local excursions through agencies
- Independent exploration of the area
- Tam Coc Wonders Plus by e-bike - private 4-hour experience including Hang Mua (500 steps for panoramic views), Bich Dong Pagoda, Coi Khe village, Voi Temple traditional tea ceremony, home-cooked meal, and cooking session with local family
Landmarks Hang Mua Coi Khe village Voi Temple - Day 7
Ninh Binh - Halong Bay
Ninh Binh - Halong Bay- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch served on board during cruise), Dinner (Dinner after sunset)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Halong Bay UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Afternoon excursion - cave visit, kayaking, or sampan ride (depending on conditions)
- Cooking demonstration on board
- Sunset viewing over the bay
Optional Activities
- Beach time on secluded beach (depending on itinerary)
Landmarks Halong Bay - Day 8
Halong Bay - Hanoi
Halong Bay - Hanoi- Meals
- Breakfast (Light breakfast), Brunch (Brunch served during cruise back)
Included Activities
- Tai Chi session on deck at sunrise (optional)
Optional Activities
- Join sunrise Tai Chi session on deck










