Arrival in Hanoi

- Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), Hanoi.
- Clear immigration and collect your baggage.
- Pick up a local SIM card with internet package at the arrival area.
- Exchange currency (INR to VND) at the airport or opt for better rates in the city.
- Transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter – the cultural and culinary heart of Hanoi.
- Hotel check-in, refresh, and rest.

Evening Exploration

- Lotte Center Hanoi – Sky Observation Deck (5:00 PM – 6:30 PM): 65th-floor deck offering 360° panoramic views of Hanoi at sunset.
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre (8:00 PM – 9:00 PM): Traditional Vietnamese puppetry performance accompanied by live folk music.

Dinner Recommendation: Try a local restaurant like Madame Hien or Pho 10.

Overnight stay in Hanoi.

Full-Day Ninh Binh Province Excursion (Hotel pickup ~7:30 AM | Return ~7:00 PM)

- Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Visit temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh and Le dynasties.
- Tam Coc or Trang An Boat Ride: 2-hour bamboo sampan ride through caves and rivers.
- Buffet Lunch: Included in most tours; includes Vietnamese dishes.
- Mua Cave & Lying Dragon Mountain Hike: Short but steep climb (~500 steps) to panoramic views.

Return to Hanoi by evening. Overnight stay in Hanoi.

Pickup from Hotel: 7:00 AM | Return: ~8:00 PM

- Cruise Activities: Embark on a Premium Day Cruise.
- Sung Sot Cave: One of Ha Long Bay’s largest and most famous caves.
- Kayaking / Bamboo Boat Ride: Paddle through calm waters and hidden caves.
- Swimming Session (optional, weather permitting).
- Lunch on Board: Includes seafood and Vietnamese specialties.

Evening return to Hanoi. Relax or stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Suggested Activities:

- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex
- Temple of Literature
- Train Street Hanoi (timing-dependent)
- Lunch at Bun Cha Huong Lien (Obama’s choice)
- Coffee Break: Try Egg Coffee at Giang Café
- Evening Shopping: Dong Xuan Market or Weekend Night Market

Morning Options (based on your flight timing):

- Spa or Massage: SF Spa, Mido Spa, or La Belle Vie Spa.
- Visit Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural or final souvenir shopping.
- Hotel Checkout and transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
- Recommended to leave 3 hours before flight time (travel time: 45–60 mins).