Hotel pickup and scenic 2.5–3.5h road transfer to Tuan Chau or Hon Gai marina; comfortable shuttles typically depart around this time — check your cruise operator's pickup time.
Explore Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave or Thien Cung and cruise through hidden lagoons; optional short boat to a floating fishing village — check your cruise's exact stops.
Sunset views from the sundeck followed by a seafood dinner on board; most cruises serve dinner around 6–8pm and offer evening activities like squid fishing.
Short kayak or tender-boat excursion into a secluded lagoon or between karsts; kayaking often available 8:00–10:00 — check your cruise’s schedule and safety briefings.
Quick breakfast at the hotel (or airport café) and transfer to Noi Bai Airport; domestic flights to Da Nang start early — allow 2.5–3h total transit to account for check-in.
Dine along the Han River (try Madame Lan or Waterfront) and, if it's a weekend, watch the Dragon Bridge show (typically on Fridays–Sundays at 21:00; check schedule).
Light breakfast and depart early to Ba Na Hills to avoid crowds; the resort area and cable cars operate roughly 7:30–21:00 (cable car early departures vary).
Ride the cable car to visit the famous Golden Bridge, French village, gardens, and amusement areas — expect to spend a full day exploring; ticket includes cable car.
Wander the UNESCO-listed Old Town: Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and colourful lantern-lined streets — many sites open 8:00–21:00; best on foot.
Get a custom garment from a reputable Hoi An tailor (2–3 day turnaround) or join a 3–4h cooking class to learn local recipes; cooking classes typically run 14:30–18:30.
Domestic flight from Da Nang (usually via Ho Chi Minh City) to Phu Quoc — total travel time including connection commonly 3.5–6 hours; book early to maximize beach time.
Check into your Phu Quoc hotel and head to Long Beach (Bai Truong) for afternoon swimming and sunset; beaches are open 24h but services best 8:00–18:00.
Option A: Visit Vinpearl Safari (open ~8:30–17:00) and VinWonders (amusement park) if you want activities and family fun. Option B: relax at the resort, spa or explore Duong Dong town.