DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HANOI / VIETNAM
We meet with you, our valued guests, at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal at 23.15. After baggage and passport procedures, we depart directly for Hanoi at 02.15 with Turkish Airlines flight TK164. Arrival in Hanoi at 15.25 local time. After being welcomed by our local guide, we begin our panoramic Hanoi city tour.
Our first stop will be the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, built in memory of Vietnam's legendary leader who passed away in 1969 and became the symbol of the country's independence struggle. Afterwards, we take a short break to view the Presidential Palace from the outside and photograph its impressive French colonial architecture.
Our tour continues with the One Pillar Pagoda, one of Hanoi's most unique temples, built in the 11th century by Emperor Ly Thai Tong and inspired by the lotus flower. Our final stop is the Temple of Literature, founded in 1070 and known as Vietnam's first university. We get the opportunity to examine the traditional architecture and the stone stelae standing on stone tortoises up close at the temple, which is considered the symbol of wisdom and Confucian culture. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 02 HANOI – HALONG BAY – HANOI
Included meals: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for our Halong Bay tour, including lunch. Accepted on the UNESCO World Heritage List and considered one of the world's most fascinating natural wonders, Halong Bay spreads over an area of approximately 1,500 km² and consists of 1,969 limestone islets.
During our all-day boat tour, we will cruise among fairytale-like limestone formations; we will have the chance to see the most famous spots of the bay such as Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island also known as the "Kissing Roosters", and the impressive Thien Cung Cave, famous as the "Heaven Palace Cave". During the special lunch to be served on board, we will taste the select flavors of Vietnamese cuisine, primarily fresh seafood. At the end of the tour, return to Hanoi and overnight.
DAY 03 HANOI – NINH BINH – HANOI – DANANG – HOI AN
Included meals: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast, we depart for our Ninh Binh and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital tour, including lunch. Surrounded by limestone mountains, Ninh Binh offers one of Vietnam's most impressive nature experiences. We proceed to the pier, start our boat tour, and cruise along the Ngo Dong River towards the caves. Meaning "Three Caves", Tam Coc is known as the "Halong Bay on Land" thanks to its limestone formations rising through rice fields.
We taste the local flavors of the region for lunch. Afterwards, we continue to Hoa Lu, the capital of Vietnam between 968-1009, and visit the temples dedicated to the kings of the Dinh and Le dynasties. Although very few remains from the 300-hectare ancient citadel have reached today, the ruins and temples in the region offer a unique opportunity to discover Vietnam's early history. After our tour, transfer to Hanoi Airport and flight to Danang via scheduled domestic flight. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel in Hoi An, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage list, check-in, and rest.
DAY 04 HOI AN
Included meals: Breakfast. After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our tour in the ancient quarter of Hoi An. An exceptionally well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century, the town's buildings and street fabric together reflect the indigenous and foreign influences that have combined to produce this unique heritage site. We visit the landmark Japanese Bridge, a Chinese-Vietnam merchant house, various Chinese Assembly Halls, and the Hoi An Museum.
Free time after the tour. You can visit the souvenir shops, have a custom suit or dress tailored within 24 hours, or benefit from spa services. In the evening, you can walk through the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and experience the magical atmosphere of the city. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 05 HOI AN – GOLDEN BRIDGE – DANANG – SAIGON
Included meals: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast, we depart for Danang, Vietnam's largest coastal city. Along the way, we pass through the Marble Mountains region, famous for its stone-carving workshops, and receive information about the region. In Danang, we will see the modern bridges over the Han River, especially the Dragon Bridge, which is designed in the shape of a dragon and famous for breathing fire in the evenings. The bridge has become one of the symbols of the city.
After Danang, we continue to Ba Na Hills to see the Golden Bridge. Located near Danang at an altitude of 1,400 meters above sea level, this architectural marvel is one of Southeast Asian modern iconic structures. To reach the bridge, we first take a cable car ride of approximately 6 kilometers in length, offering magnificent panoramic views. The most striking feature of the bridge is two giant stone hand figures that appear to hold it in the air; these hands give the impression of ancient sculptures carved from century-old stone. After lunch, we descend and transfer to Danang Airport for our short flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel in the city center and overnight.
DAY 06 SAIGON
Included meals: Breakfast. After breakfast, we depart for our Cu Chi Tunnels tour, located about 70 kilometers away from the city center. Built by communist guerrillas during the Vietnam-American War, which was one of the most dramatic events of recent history, this tunnel system stretches for more than 250 kilometers and turned into an underground city throughout the war.
Here, we will see the trenches, camps, traps, living quarters, and underground passages belonging to that period.
After lunch, we return to Saigon and begin our panoramic city tour. We visit the magnificent Opera House, the City Hall, the Central Post Office designed by the famous architect Gustave Eiffel, Notre Dame Cathedral, one of Saigon's most important Catholic buildings, and Ben Thanh Market, Saigon's covered market. At the end of the day, return to our hotel and overnight.
DAY 07 SAIGON – MEKONG DELTA – SAIGON
Included meals: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast, we depart for the Mekong Delta, where life is sustained on and around the water. Upon arrival in My Tho, we begin our journey by local boat along the interconnected waterways and canals. Our first stop is Thoi Son Island, where we will see local handmade products, coconut candy workshops, and colorful orchards. Here, while tasting fresh fruits in the shade of the gardens, we enjoy the traditional music performed by local artists.
Then, we taste homemade honey tea at a local farm and continue our canal tour to get to know the daily life and traditions of the region.
After a rich lunch consisting of Mekong Delta delicacies, we return to Saigon. On the way, we visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist temple that also houses a monastery. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 08 SAIGON – SINGAPORE
Included meals: Breakfast. After breakfast, transfer to Saigon Airport for our flight to Singapore. We meet our local guide at Singapore Changi Airport, proceed to the city center, and begin our panoramic city tour.
During our tour, we will see the Singapore River, Parliament House, Opera House, Supreme Court, the city's symbol Merlion Statue, and Chinatown.
After the tour, transfer to our hotel, check-in, and rest. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 09 SINGAPORE – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Included meals: Breakfast. Free time all day after breakfast at our hotel. You can evaluate it for final shopping and discovering the city.
Around 20.00 in the evening, transfer to Singapore Changi Airport. We depart directly for Istanbul at 23.15 with Turkish Airlines flight TK55. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 05.50 local time the next morning and end of our tour.
