VietNam Heritage Road
Embark on a journey of tranquility and cultural exploration with our meditation tour in Vietnam. Combining breathtaking scenic wonders and rich cultural experiences, our tour offers deep meditation sessions to seek inner peace and happiness.
Day 1: ARRIVE IN HANOI

Arrive in Hanoi, transfer to the hotel. Stroll around the downtown to explore the different local ways of life. Refreshment. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2 : HANOI FULL DAY CITY TOUR (B)
Full-day private city tour. Hanoi, the post-colonial capital city, boasts a unique blend of Asian charm with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, serene lakes, pagodas, and temples. This comprehensive tour will take you to the most intriguing sights of Hanoi, starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, his Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, and the nearby One Pillar Pagoda.

Next, we’ll visit the scenic Westlake and the Tran Quoc Pagoda, followed by a trip to Van Mieu or the Temple of Literature, an ancient site dating back to 1070, dedicated to the veneration of Confucius. Our journey continues with a visit to the infamous Hoa Lo Prison, historically referred to as the “Hanoi Hilton” by prisoners of war during the Vietnam War.

We’ll then explore the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake, known as the Lake of the Restored Sword. To experience the essence of Hanoi’s bustling life, we’ll take a cyclo tour through the captivating Old Quarter, where you’ll find a myriad of specialty shops selling silk clothing, lacquerware, embroidered linens, furniture, bamboo crafts, cooking utensils, ceremonial objects, and much more.

Day 3 : HANOI – MINDFULNESS MEDITATION COURSE (B, L)
Escape the hustle and bustle of the chaotic world and immerse yourself in the present moment by directing your thoughts and emotions towards the purified land. Our special trip offers you the opportunity to rediscover your true self and experience inner peace and clarity through the practice of Buddhism.

The program included:

Buddha’s golden lessons
The art of touching peace
Peace in every step
Mindful breathing
Secret favour
Mindful talking
Compassionate practicing
Grateful meal
Day 4 : HANOI – HA LONG (B, L, D)
Overland to Ha Long Bay, which has been twice awarded the title of World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee in 1994 and 2000. Upon arrival, we’ll check-in, enjoy a welcome drink, and receive a cruise briefing. Afterward, we’ll have lunch while cruising to explore the breathtaking Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s most wondrous and scenic sights. Prepare to be amazed by the picturesque scenery, with over 3,000 limestone islets emerging magnificently from the clear and emerald waters. The bay is adorned with hundreds of peerless karst formations, beautiful grottoes, and caves.

During our journey, we will anchor at a secluded cove, inviting you to take a leisurely swim or hike up a hill for a spectacular overview of the bay. Overnight accommodation on board.

Day 5 : HA LONG– NINH BINH (B)
Wake up on the bay to the soothing sounds of waves and birds welcoming the new day. You will have the opportunity to witness the stunning sunrise over the bay while enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck. After breakfast, we will visit a beautiful limestone grotto, followed by a leisurely walk back to the boat to capture a final glimpse of Halong Bay as we cruise back to the dock.

In the afternoon, we will depart from Ha Long and make our way to the Trang An landscape complex, a site recognized as a world mixed heritage by UNESCO in 2014. Overnight stay in Ninh Binh.

Day 6 : TRANG AN ECOTOURISM COMPLEX – THANH HOA (B)
In the morning, embark on a boat journey to explore a captivating and untamed cave complex including Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, and Nau Ruou. Witness the enchanting landscapes of mountains and rivers resembling Ha Long Bay in the picturesque region of Ninh Binh.

Afterwards, drive to Thanh Hoa to visit the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, recognized as a world cultural heritage site in 2011. The citadel was built following the principles of feng shui and serves as a testimony to the flourishing of neo-Confucianism in late 14th-century Vietnam and its subsequent spread to other parts of East Asia. According to these principles, it was strategically situated in a landscape of exceptional scenic beauty, aligned with an axis that connects the Tuong Son and Don Son mountains, in the plain between the Ma and Buoi rivers. The citadel’s architecture represents an outstanding example of a new style of a Southeast Asian imperial city.

In the evening, you will transfer to the train station to catch the night train to Dong Hoi. You will spend the night on the train.

Day 7 : DONG HOI – PHONG NHA – DONG HOI (B)
Early in the morning, we will arrive in Dong Hoi. After having breakfast, we will proceed to Phong Nha. There, we will embark on a boat cruise to explore Phong Nha, which has been recognized as a World Natural Heritage Site since 2003. It is also one of the world’s two largest limestone regions. During the cruise, you will have the opportunity to discover the world’s longest underground river, explore the largest caverns and passageways, witness the widest and most beautiful sand banks, and marvel at the astonishing rock formations. We will spend the night in Dong Hoi.

Meditation tour Viet Nam Heritage RoadDay 8 : DONG HOI – HUE (B)
Driving to Hue, Vietnam’s last feudal capital, which has been recognized as a World Cultural Heritage Site since 1993. We will visit the Imperial Citadel, the Purple Forbidden City, and explore the bustling Dong Ba market.

Optional: In the evening, you have the opportunity to enjoy a royal dinner accompanied by Hue traditional music and songs while dressing like an Emperor, Empress, or Mandarin (cost: 90 USD per person). We will spend the night in Hue.

Day 9 : HUE (B)
Morning, we will embark on a boat cruise along the romantic Perfume River to visit two of Hue’s most prominent landmarks: Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and best-known religious site, and the elaborate mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang. In the afternoon, our tour continues with visits to the elaborate royal tombs of Emperor Tu Duc and Khai Dinh, along with ancient pagodas that have stood for over 300 years. We will spend the night in Hue.

Day 10 : HUE – HOI AN (B)
After the breakfast, we will depart for Hoi An. This ancient town, with a history of 600 years, is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a traditional Asian trading port and has been recognized as a World Cultural Heritage Site since 1999. During our visit, we will explore its colorful pagodas, temples, ancient houses, narrow streets, and amazing bridges that showcase a unique architectural blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese styles from the 16th century. In the late afternoon, we will take an excursion to Cam Chau village to witness the traditional lantern-making by the villagers. We will spend the night in Hoi An..

Day 11 : MY SON (B)
Excursion to My Son Holyland, an exceptional example of cultural interchange, showcases the introduction of Hindu architecture from the Indian sub-continent into Southeast Asia. It was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage Site during the 23rd session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in December 1999. During this excursion, you can contemplate the extraordinary brick towers and sanctuaries dating back to the 7th to 13th centuries, which served as the former spiritual and political capital of the Champa Kingdom, dominating Southeast Asia for nearly a thousand years. After exploring My Son, we will return to Hoi An. In the evening, enjoy a sunset boat trip along the tranquil Thu Bon River, where you can observe the local life along the riverbanks. We will spend the night in Hoi An.

Day 12 : HOI AN – DA NANG – HO CHI MINH CITY (B)
In the morning, we will take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, which is the most exciting city in Vietnam. It is a mecca of commerce and also holds a city with a chequered history and rich culture. Ho Chi Minh City offers delightful attractions such as pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks, and boulevards. During our visit, we will explore notable landmarks like the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Saigon Post Office, and Ben Thanh Market. We will spend the night in Ho Chi Minh City..

Meditation tour Southern TreasuareDay 13 : HO CHI MINH CITY – MEKONG DELTA – DEPARTURE (B)
Upon arrival, we will board a boat and cruise along narrow waterways adorned with lush vegetation. Our journey will take us to various places, including the fish wharf and the four famous islands named Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix. At one point, we will visit a candy workshop, and later, we will continue our adventure on a traditional sampan, gliding through the serene canals and picturesque mangrove forests. Here, we can witness the skilled fishermen laying their fish traps.

We’ll have a delightful time on Unicorn Island, where we can savor the local fruits, indulge in tea mixed with bee’s honey, and relish a folk show featuring traditional Mekong Delta music. This captivating experience will give us a glimpse of the vibrant culture and natural beauty of the Mekong Delta.

In the afternoon, we will transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City. You will have free time at leisure until we arrange your transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your departure flight. This concludes our services.

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Viet Nam Heritage Road