7-Day Vietnam Itinerary | Explore | Best 2026 North and Central

Day 1 · DAY 1 : HA NOI ARRIVAL - CITY EXPLOR

1. 1

   Hanoi

   6 hours

   Morning

   Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our dedicated team will be ready to provide a warm pick-up and ensure a smooth transfer to your selected accommodation in the heart of Hanoi.

   Check into your hotel, where you'll find a blend of modern comforts and traditional Vietnamese hospitality awaiting you. Take some time to unwind, refresh, and prepare for an exciting exploration of the capital city.

   Free Yourseft to visit Hanoi in the after noon or by night. We gift you a bus ticket tour to visit city on the city tourirst bus hop on - hop off

   By Night you can explore city by night with busy street, bear, pub, bar....or join a scooter, jeep tour, street walking foodie tour..to visit

Overnight in Ha Noi

Day 2 · DAY 2 : NINH BINH FULL DAY (B,L)

1. 1

   Bai Dinh Pagoda

   3 hours Admission included

   07:30 – 08:00: Get picked up from Ha Noi by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province

   09:15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax

   10:30: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the most famous & biggest Pagoda in Southeast Asia with many records set such as 500 Stone – Arhat Statues, 36 ton-bronze Bell, 100 ton-Buddha Statue…

2. 2

   Trang An Grottoes

   4 hours Admission included

   12:00: Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice…. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch

   13:00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong's Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. With 2.5 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.

3. 3

   Mua Caves

   one hour Admission included

   15:30: Get back to the Limousine Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

4. 4

   Hanoi

   2 hours

   17:00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi

   19:00: Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi

Overnight in Ha Noi

Day 3 · DAY 3 : HA NOI - HA LONG BAY - OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE (B,L,D)

1. 1

   Hanoi

   2 hours

   Morning

   7:30: To start Vietnam travel package, we will pick you up from Ha Noi to begin the journey to Ha Long

2. 2

   Hạ Long Bay

   2 hours

   11:30: Upon arriving at Tuan Chau port, you will board a transfer boat that will take you to the cruise. Once onboard, you can enjoy a welcome drink and check-in to your accommodation.

   12:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch and embark on a special and unique cruise that takes you through two breathtaking areas of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay.

3. 3

   Lan Ha Bay

   3 hours Admission included

   Afternoon

   14:30: The boat will take you on a scenic journey through the Gia Luan area, Thoi Quyt island, Ke Ga, and Finger - some of the most beautiful islands located in the southeast of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay..

   16:00: You will have the opportunity to kayak and swim in the picturesque and enchanting Tra Bau Fishing Village area. Here, you can paddle your kayak to catch Snail Da and Ha Da while surrounded by the breathtaking limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay

   17:00: After kayaking and swimming in the Tra Bau Fishing Village area, you will return to the Cruise to take part in two activities: the Sunset Party and relaxing in the Jacuzzi pool. During this time, guests can enjoy a relaxing moment while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee, indulging in fresh fruit on the Sundeck, and watching the gentle and peaceful sunset.

4. 4

   Hạ Long Bay

   2 hours

   At night

   19:30: Enjoy a delectable dinner and then have free time to unwind. You can relax, go squid fishing, or watch a movie at the restaurant.

Overnight in Cruise

Day 4 · DAY 4: HA LONG BAY → AIRPORT → DA NANG → OVERNIGHT IN DA NANG (B,L)

1. 1

   Hạ Long Bay

   7 hours

   Morning

   6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay.

   7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

   08:00: Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets

   Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim...

   09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin. 09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at cruise.

   10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant.

   11:30 - 12:00: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor then a private car's driver pick up you there to go to Ha Noi

2. 2

   Da Nang

   2 hours

   17:00 Arrival airport for flight to Da Nang. Once arrived in Da Nang airport, we transfer you to hotel for you stay

Overnight in Da Nang

Day 5 · DAY 5 : DA NANG - MARBLE MOUNTAIN - LINH UNG PAGODA - HOI AN (B,D)

1. 1

   Linh Ung Pagoda

   one hour Admission included

   Afternoon

   13:30 – 14:00 We will pick you up at the rendezvous, and start visiting Linh Ung Pagoda with Lady Buddha statue on Son Tra Peninsula.

2. 2

   The Marble Mountains

   2 hours Admission included

   16:00 Continune to visit the Non Nuoc Village at the foot of Marble Mountains. The village is famous for stone sculptures and handicrafts. Here you can admire many works of art made from stone and marble by the local artists. You can visit some religious places here: the first Linh Ung pagoda in Da Nang and also natural caves such as Huyen Khong cave, Tang Chon cave, Xa Loi tower, admire the scenery of the mountain cluster and the sea from the River view Tower and the Ocean view Tower

3. 3

   Hoi An Ancient Town

   3 hours Admission included

   17:00: Saying good bye to Marble Mountains and the Non Nuoc village, we will go to Hoi An ancient town. Arriving Hoi An, we will walk around this town, visit the ancient houses, ancient assembly halls , ancestral temples, and the symbol of Hoi An, Japanese Bridge Pagoda. In Hoi An, everything is preserved as they were hundreds years ago.

   At night time, Hoi An shows its beauty with colorful lanterns hung all around the town, and in the night market, where you can buy various kinds of souvenirs.

4. 4

   Da Nang

   2 hours

   19:00: We will introduce to you the specialties of Hoi An at dinner.

   20:00-20:30 saying goodbye to Hoi An Town and our transport will get back Danang city.

   21:00-21:30 Return to your hotel in Danang.

Overnight in Da Nang

Day 6 · DAY 6 : CU LAO CHAM ISLAND - SWIM AND SNORKELING (B,L)

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   Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham)

   4 hours Admission included

   Morning

   07:30 Driver will be picked up at the rendezvous in Danang / ( or Hoi An at 8:30 ) and then we will start the Cham Island tour by departing for Cua Dai port in Hoi An. If you pick up Da nang , On the way to Hoi An, you will take a rest & visit Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village (this stop is arranged flexibly as time arrangement).

   09:00 Going to Cham Island, you will experience the feeling of riding on the surf waves by high speed canoes, heading to this island. There is stunning scenery along the way.

   At Long beach, we will visit interesting places such as seafood market, the ancient Hai Tang pagoda.

2. 2

   Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham)

   3 hours Admission included

   12:30 You will enjoy lunch with special seafood before heading back to Hoi An/ Da Nang

   14:00 Packing luggage for the return trip by high -speed boat to Harbor.

   15:00-15:30 Return to Da Nang and end of services at your hotel

Overnight in Da Nang

Day 7 · DAY 7 : DA NANG - BEACH RELAXATION AND DEPARTURE (B)

1. 1

   Da Nang

   6 hours

   Morning

   Savor the morning delights of Da Nang, soaking in the splendor of its breathtaking My Khe beach. The most beautiful beach in Da Nang. Take your time to enjoy the coastal serenity and perhaps indulge in some seaside activities. Later, relish a delicious lunch before bidding farewell to your accommodation at 12 PM. As you depart, cherish the memories created during your time in this enchanting city. Finally, make your way to the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable journey. Thank you very much for choosing Authentic Adventures as a companion on your trip to Vietnam.