Discover the charm of Southeast Asia with our shore excursions

Exotic. Evocative. Extraordinary. These words describe the Asia shore excursions available on your cruise, taking you to faraway ports around the South China Sea, the Sea of Japan, and beyond.

In Singapore, explore the mix of old and new during the day and at night. Our excursions make it easy to see and experience the city’s vibrant sights, sounds, and smells. You can even join a cooking class to learn how to make traditional and modern dishes.

When your cruise stops in Laem Chabang, enjoy a tour in Bangkok, known as the “Venice of the East.” Visit spiritual places like the Sanctuary of Truth and Wat Pho temple with its reclining Buddha, or take a trip to Ayutthaya, an ancient capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Vietnam, visit historic and cultural sites. In Ho Chi Minh City, see Reunification Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Jade Emperor Temple. On a tour of Hanoi, discover the Temple of Literature, an ancient site dedicated to Confucius that dates back to 1070.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Halong bay – Hanoi Tour  

7:30: Our car and guide will pick you up from Halong International Cruise Port then transfer to Hanoi. First, visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including his mausoleum, stilt house, botanical garden, and the Presidential Palace. Learn about Ho Chi Minh’s life and work until his death in 1969.

Next, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, originally built in 1049 based on King Ly Thai Tong’s dream. It was destroyed in 1954 by the French but was restored by the Vietnam Ministry of Culture.

• Lunch with Vietnamese dishes.
• Then visit Temple of Literature, dedicated to Confucius and home to Vietnam’s first national university since 1076. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and learn about Vietnamese education history.
• Visit the Hanoi Hilton Prison (Hoa Lo Prison).
• 17h00 Drive back to Halong City. Arrive in Halong City around 20h00

Meals: Lunch

Day 2: Halong Bay Cruise

08:00: Pick up from Halong International Cruise Port. Check in, then cruise through the emerald waters of Halong Bay, navigating between limestone outcrops and extended corridors. Visit Thien Cung Cave (the Cave of the Heavenly Palace), renowned for its stunning stalagmites and stalactites. The cave has been open to the public since 1998. Continue the journey to the Fishing Village, Dinh Huong Islet, and Fighting Cock Island (the symbol of Halong Bay).

12:30: Disembark at Halong International Cruise Port. Get in a private car and drive to Hanoi for an overnight stay.

Meals: Lunch

Day 3: In Chan May Port you have 2 options:

1, Hoi An Tour

07:00 – 07h30 Pick up at Da Nang port and transfer to Hoi An.

09:30 Take a walking tour around Hoi An Ancient Town, visiting attractions such as:

* Japanese Covered Bridge Pagoda: The first bridge on this site was constructed in 1593 by the town’s Japanese community, to link the town with the Chinese quarter across the water.

* Sa Huynh Museum: Located near the Japanese Covered Bridge, it contains exhibitions from the earliest period of Hoi An’s history.

* Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall: This reflects the style of the Chinese clans that settled in Hoi An.

* The silkworm and handicraft workshop: See how traditional Hoi An handicrafts and handmade fabrics are skillfully produced.

* Central Market: This traditional market provides a fascinating insight into local life in Hoi An.

12:00 Free time for shopping, walking, and sightseeing.

15:00 Transfer back to the port. Arrival in the port around 16h30.

Meals: Lunch

2, Hue Tour

07:30 Pick up from Chan may Port & transfer to center of Hue: We get a boat trip on the romantically named Perfume River visits Hue’s best-known religious sites, Thien Mu Pagoda. Then continue to discover Imperial

Citadel from where the Nguyen’s Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945 including Flag Tower, Noon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace, and Forbidden Purple City. The afternoon continues with a visit to the elaborate tombs of emperors Tu Duc. Then Dong Ba market after that back to Ship before 16h00 – 16h30.

Meals: Lunch

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh city Tour from Phu My Port

7:30am Our guide & driver will collect you at the dock in PhuMy Port and drive to Saigon (2hrs driving) arrive Saigon, visit President Palace, War Remnants Museum, Emperor of Jade pagoda, Notre Dam church, the Post Office. After lunch at Hoi An restaurant (on your account). Then do shopping at Tax Department store or along Dong Khoi street and Ben Thanh market until 14:30 transfer back to Phu My for your departure at 17:00.

Meals: Lunch

Day 5: Laem Chabang Port – Bangkok

08:00 Pick up from Laem Chabang to Bangkok

Explore Flower Market, Park Long Talad, Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha Temple, Wat Pho, Wat Arun

Return to the hotel by 17:30

Meals: Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

Day 6: Bangkok – Laem Chabang Port

07:00 Pick up from your hotel, check-out, carry luggage with our van

Visit Train Market, Floating Market

Drop-off at Laem Chabang Port by 15:30

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

Day 7:  Koh Samui Tour

TIME: 08:00 – 15:00

Explore Big Buddha Temple Viewpoint, Wat Prai Lem, Silver Beach or Crystal Bay, Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks, and more

Visit the Mummified Monk at Wat Khunaram Lamai

Enjoy the scenic Na Muang Waterfall and local delicacies

Optional: Elephant Sanctuary – Pay extra 3000 Bath / each

9:00 – 9:10 am    Safety talk and introduction to the elephants

9:10 – 10:10 am   Prepare food for the elephants & feed the elephants

10:10 – 11:30 am  Walk around the sanctuary, meet & feed the elephants

11:30 – 12:00 pm  Enjoy lunch overlooking our Chaweng Noi sanctuary

12:00 – 12:10 pm  Leave from the sanctuary and transfer to your hotel

For the date of your ship’s arrival and prices, please contact us via email at info@vietnamprivatetours.com  We will match you with some tours for your ship.