10 Days Family Fun in Vietnam Tour

Visit West Lake, the largest lake of the capital, once named “Foggy Lake” of its misty condition. Its name was changed to “West Lake” in 1573 to avoid the given name of King Le The Tong. Stop at Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in the city, originally constructed in the sixth century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De, thus giving it an age of 1,400 years. Have ice cream at West Lake Ice Cream – Kem Ho Tay – right opposite the Tran Quoc Pagoda. 

A valuable centre for the exhibition and the preservation of cultural heritages of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.

Enjoy the cyclo ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, a network of narrow alleys and shop houses also known as “The 36 Streets.” This is a wonderful place to watch the local life and peruse items fabrics to crafts to exotic medicines.

Ngoc Son Temple - which is located at the northern end of Sword Lake (aka Hoan Kiem Lake). From the shore, walking on the Welcoming Morning Sunlight Bridge leads to the island.

In the evening, join a local family for an authentic Vietnamese food. This is not only about the good food and good time but also where we share and learn each other’s culture. The family we visit today has 4 members, parents and two teenagers who speak English well. We will join the meal with the group sharing all my family stories as well as the Vietnamese culture. We are sure to provide a unique experience while they visit our family.

Enjoy 1.5 hours of excursion by small boat along the Ngo Dong River through a scenic landscape dominated by rice fields and karst towers. The route includes floating through Tam Coc – the three natural grottos (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba), the largest of which is 125m long with its ceiling about 2m high above the water. The boats are typically rowed by one or two local women who also sell embroidered goods.

A cave pagoda which was built in the 15th century. We'll start a walking tour across a stone bridge and start hiking up the mountains on the stone steps, passing through the dark cave and we'll find ourselves on top of the mountains with private view of the surroundings.

Visit Mua Caves viewpoint or (Hang Múa) and its peak mountain with a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river. There are about 500 steps on the 2 peaks and viewpoints. The highest viewpoint is the Lying Dragon Mountain (Núi Ngoạ Long) with its stone statue of Quan am (The Goddess of Mercy this is also a popular selfie spot in Ninh Binh).

Arrive at the cruise's lounge. Embark on the cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and attend a safety briefing.

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the restaurant as you sail past stunning islets and limestone mountains.

Paddle by kayak or sampan through the tranquil waters of Luon Cave, surrounded by towering limestone formations that tell stories of centuries past.

One of the most renowned sites in Ha Long Bay where you can get a stunning view with an easy hike. By the foot of the mountain on this island, you can enjoy diving into the clear blue waters for a refreshing swim.

Get back to the boat and enjoy our Sunset party while our cruise sailing to the overnight anchorage. Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. You can quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish - Nem Ran (Fried Spring Roll)

Awaken your senses with a peaceful Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by a light, energizing breakfast.

Step into the magical world of Sung Sot Cave, where dramatic stalactites and stalagmites create an otherworldly atmosphere. Walking through steep stone steps, visitors can have the feeling of climbing the mountain and experience the excitement of stepping into the sky.

Settle your bill at reception, then enjoy a scenic brunch as we approach the pier.

Enjoy a cable car ride which offers a panorama of Ba Na Hills, spring stream , Danang city and Danang coast your cabin at the height of 1,487 meters above sea level. During your time on the mountain, enjoy a visit to: Fantasy Park, Le Jardin with the relics of the French colony, Linh Ung Pagoda, Golden Bridge.

Board our river basket boat for a relaxing 30-minute ride on the Thu Bon river to Bay Mau Coconut Forest, which is recognized by the Province as an official ecological zone.

Continue cycling to An My Rice Village and visit the rice field.

Keep on cycling to a local resident's house in Tra Que Vegetable Village where you're welcome with fennel juice and take a short rest.

After relaxation, we'll start to learn the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food.

Learn how to cook:
1. Hoi An Rice Pancake
2. Tam Huu (shrimp, pork, and herbs)
 

Then enjoy lunch with the following menu:

1. Hoi An Rice Pancake
2. Tam Huu (shrimp, pork, and herbs)
3. Seafood Spring Roll
4. Fried cod with tomato
5. Steamed rice
6. Dessert (Fruit)

You are delighted to be a real gardener by wearing the clothes of the peasants with a conical hat, a yoke on your shoulder, and a hoe in hand. Manual work in the field with skill and patience (raking, fertilizing, cultivating, and watering soil) gives you different impressions. Relax with a foot massage with medicinal herbs planted in the family garden.

Formerly known as Independence Palace, built on the site of the former Norodom Palace, a landmark in the city.

A unique museum in Vietnam to systematically study, collect, conserve and display exhibits on war crimes and consequences inflicted on the Vietnamese people by foreign aggressive forces. 

Explore iconic French Indochina-era buildings such as City Hall, Ho Chi Minh Monument and the neoclassical Central Post Office designed by Gustave Eiffel which was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the early 20th century.

A magnificient building located in the heart of the city and was established by French colonists. This cathedral was constructed between 1863 and 1880

An iconic structure in the region built in early 19th century. Initially, the pagoda was simply a workshop where the owners practiced during their retirement in the neighborhood.

Board the motorboat at a pier and cruising on the Mekong River. Here, overlooking floating houses where fishes are farmed beneath the house.

Here you'll  a ride to reach a performance site where Vietnamese traditional music can be heard and seasonal tropical fruit can be tasted (included).

Get on a small hand-rowing boat to slowly cruise through a small creek with beautiful overhanging coconut trees. Lives both sides of the creek can be observed.

Before heading to lunch, passing through a bee-keeping farm, and enjoying honey tea, a typical Mekong house can be viewed here. Continue traveling to learn the coconut candies-making process a workshop. A sample of candies can be tasted.