Welcome to Hanoi!! Nestled along wooded boulevards among the city’s two dozen lakes you will find architectural souvenirs left by all who conquered this great valley, from the Chinese who first came in the last millennium to the French, booted out in our own century. Meet our presentative at the airport who will transfer you to your hotel. Rest of the day free at own leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing tour features both cultural and historical highlights,comprising Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, Ho Chi Minh Museum and One-Pillar pagoda, Temple of literature. Lunch, then depart to Halong Bay. Arrive Halong, check in hotel (Welcome Drink). The rest of the day is at leisure. Have dinner at local seafood restaurant. Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast, board a private boat for cruise in Halong Bay, a world heritage site recognised by UNESCO in 1994. Explore Dau Go Cave, Thien Cung Grotto, round over Tuan Chau Island, Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, dog Island and Sail Island. Lunch of fresh seafood is served on board. Return to Hanoi with stop-overs at ceramic and hand embroidery workshops. Arrive Hanoi, visit Kiem Lake,Ngoc Son Temple. Later in the evening, enjoy Water Puppet Show, a theatrical genre reflecting the aricultural civilisation of thousands of years ago. Enjoy one hour Cyclo ride around Hanoi old quarters. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board the return flight with lots of memories to share with your family and friends.