DAY 1: HANOI  TOUR & CRUISE
Start with a half day city tour of the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh stilt-house residence, the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum and The Temple of Literature before setting out to the Jewel of the Delta on the banks of the Red River for a sunset cruise (D)
 
DAY 2: CHUONG VILLAGE – ARTISANS VILLAGE
After breakfast, set off for Chuong village located in Ha Tay Province, 40 km west of Hanoi. Chuong people are famous for making conical hats. Have fun walking through the markets where merchants from all over visit Chuong village. Mid morning, visit an artisan’s family to learn first hand the production of making a hat and have a go yourself. Break for lunch before continuing to Van Phuc silk village. Return to Hanoi by mid afternoon. (B, L)
 
DAY 3: HANOI – MAI CHAU LODGE
The heavenly retreat begins with a 4 hour drive to Mai Chau. Upon arrival in Mai Chau valley check into the lodge and have a brief orientation of the facilities and activity options, such as nature walks, cycling and visiting hill tribe villages. Or enjoy relaxing at the lodge amongst the spectacular scenery. Dinner will be served accompanied by a traditional dance performance by the local white Thai people. (B, L, D)
 
DAY 4: MAI CHAU – HANOI
Come alive to the tranquility of the valley, rolling green mountains and valleys all around. After breakfast there are some more organized activities to partake. After lunch, drive back to Hanoi arriving around dinner time. (B, L)

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