Vietnam New Year Adventure (Dec 28 2025 – Jan 2 2026)

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

Morning: Depart Nagpur on an overnight flight and arrive in Hanoi, where a private transfer will take you to your hotel for a quick refresh.

Afternoon: After lunch, wander through the bustling Old Quarter, sampling street snacks and admiring the historic architecture.

Evening: Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show followed by a dinner of local delicacies at a nearby restaurant.

Day 2: Exploring Hanoi

Morning: Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit the scenic Ngoc Son Temple, soaking in early‑morning tranquility.

Afternoon: Explore the historic Temple of Literature and learn about Vietnam’s cultural heritage at the Museum of Ethnology.

Evening: Join a guided street‑food tour, tasting iconic dishes like pho, bun cha, and egg coffee.

Day 3: Ha Long Bay Cruise

Morning: Travel to Ha Long Bay and board a comfortable cruise ship for a full‑day adventure.

Afternoon: Cruise among towering limestone karsts, kayak in emerald waters, and explore the spectacular Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave.

Evening: Relish a fresh seafood dinner on board, enjoy entertainment, and spend the night anchored in the bay.

Day 4: From Hanoi to Hoi An – New Year’s Eve

Morning: Disembark the cruise, return to Hanoi and catch a domestic flight to Da Nang.

Afternoon: Transfer to the charming town of Hoi An, check into your boutique hotel, and explore the lantern‑lit streets.

Evening: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Hoi An Ancient Town with a lantern release and festive dinner by the river.

Day 5: Hoi An Highlights

Morning: Visit the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge and the beautifully preserved Old House of Tan Ky.

Afternoon: Take a short trip to the historic My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site of Cham ruins.

Evening: Dine at a riverside restaurant, enjoy live music, and unwind in the tranquil ambience of Hoi An.

Day 6: Departure

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and a final stroll through the market for souvenirs.

Afternoon: Transfer to Da Nang International Airport for your flight back to Nagpur.

Evening: Arrive home with wonderful memories of a Vietnamese New Year celebration.

Time and Cost Estimates

• International round‑trip flight (Nagpur ↔ Hanoi): 15 h, $600
• Domestic flight (Hanoi ↔ Da Nang): 2 h, $100
• Hotel in Hanoi (2 nights): 2 × $80, $160
• Hotel in Hoi An (2 nights): 2 × $70, $140
• Ha Long Bay cruise (1 night): 24 h, $120
• Airport transfers & local transport: 6 h, $50
• Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple: 2 h, $2
• Temple of Literature: 1.5 h, $3
• Museum of Ethnology: 2 h, $4
• Water Puppet Show: 2 h, $8
• Japanese Covered Bridge & Old House of Tan Ky: 2 h, $2
• My Son Sanctuary: 4 h, $5
• Lantern release in Hoi An (optional donation): 1 h, $5
• Food & drinks (6 days): 6 × $30, $180

Total estimated cost per person: $1,379

Tips

To extend the trip, add a day in Hue to explore Imperial Citadel and royal tombs, or a day in Ho Chi Minh City for southern vibes. If you need to shorten it, skip the Ha Long Bay cruise and replace it with a half‑day day trip to nearby Cat Ba Island, saving both time and money while still enjoying stunning coastal scenery.