Vietnam Highlights: 7 Days Hanoi & Phu Quoc Island Escape

ITINERARY

DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL – FREE TIME

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, meet our driver and transfer to your hotel in Hanoi city center.

Hotel check-in (standard time).

Free time at leisure to relax or explore Hanoi on your own:

• Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake
• Discover the bustling Old Quarter
• Enjoy Hanoi street food and local cafés

Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 2: HANOI CITY TOUR – CULTURAL DISCOVERY

After breakfast, meet your local guide and begin discovering Vietnam’s vibrant capital.

Morning highlights include:

• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside view) & Ba Dinh Square
• One Pillar Pagoda – a unique symbol of Hanoi
• Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university

In the afternoon, continue exploring:

• Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple
• Stroll through the bustling Old Quarter
• Experience Hanoi’s lively street life

Optional evening activity: Traditional Water Puppet Show (own expense).

Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 3: HANOI – HA LONG BAY DAY CRUISE (LUNCH INCLUDED)

08:00 – 08:30 – Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Ha Long Bay
(approximately 2.5–3 hours via expressway).

11:30 – Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, check in, enjoy a welcome drink, and attend a safety briefing.

12:30 – Board the cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing through the emerald waters and limestone karsts of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay.

Afternoon activities include:

• Visit Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave, the largest and most impressive cave in Ha Long Bay
• Kayaking or bamboo boat ride through scenic lagoons
• Swimming or relaxing on the sundeck

16:30 – Enjoy sunset time on board while cruising back to the harbor.

17:30 – Transfer back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 4: HANOI – PHU QUOC ISLAND

Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your domestic flight to Phu Quoc Island.

Upon arrival, meet our driver and transfer to your hotel or beach resort.

The rest of the day is free for leisure:

• Relax on the beach
• Enjoy resort facilities
• Watch the sunset by the sea

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

DAY 5: PHU QUOC – VINWONDERS & VINPEARL SAFARI

After breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion to Phu Quoc’s most popular attractions.

Morning visit:

• Vinpearl Safari – Vietnam’s largest wildlife conservation park

Lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).

In the afternoon:

• Explore VinWonders Phu Quoc, featuring theme parks, water games, and entertainment zones

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

DAY 6: PHU QUOC – 3 ISLAND HOPPING TOUR

After breakfast, join a full-day island-hopping adventure.

Highlights include:

• Boat trip to three beautiful islands
• Snorkeling in crystal-clear waters
• Relaxing on pristine beaches

Lunch is included during the tour.

Return to the hotel in the afternoon and enjoy free time at leisure.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

DAY 7: PHU QUOC – DEPARTURE

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free time until transfer to Phu Quoc International Airport for your departure flight.

End of Vietnam Highlights – 7 Days 6 Nights: Hanoi & Phu Quoc Island Escape.

TOUR INCLUDED

• Airport pick-up and drop-off as per itinerary
• All transfers and sightseeing by air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional English-speaking local tour guides (Hanoi)
• Hanoi city tour as per itinerary
• Ha Long Bay cruise roundtrip transfer
• Phu Quoc sightseeing and island tours as mentioned in the program
• Entrance fees to all attractions listed in the itinerary
• Bottled water: 1 bottle per person per day during tours
• All applicable taxes and service charges

TOUR EXCLUDED

• Drinks during meals
• Accommodation
• Travel insurance (highly recommended)
• International & domestic flight tickets
• Vietnam visa & visa stamping fees
• Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff, boat rowers, and restaurant staff
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, additional drinks, shopping, etc.
• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• Surcharges during peak seasons, Tet (Lunar New Year), and compulsory gala dinners at some hotels or resorts on Christmas & New Year’s Eve

THINGS TO BRING

• Light, comfortable clothing and walking shoes
• Sunscreen and a hat
• Vietnam has a warm tropical climate year-round
• Currency: Vietnam Dong (VND) – cash is recommended for small purchases
• Passport valid for at least 6 months; visa requirements depend on nationality
• Travel insurance is highly recommended
• Tipping is optional but appreciated
• Free Wi-Fi is available at hotels and most tourist areas