* ALL TOURS INCLUDED * - VIETNAM & SINGAPORE TOUR - THY - 2027

DAY 01. ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HANOI / VIETNAM

We meet our valued guests at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport at 23:15. After baggage and passport procedures, we depart directly to Hanoi with Turkish Airlines flight TK164 at 02:15. Arrival in Hanoi at 15:25 local time. After being welcomed by our local guide, we begin our panoramic Hanoi city tour.
Our first stop will be the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, built in memory of Vietnam's legendary leader who passed away in 1969 and became the symbol of the country's struggle for independence. Then we make a short stop to view the impressive French colonial architecture of the Presidential Palace from the outside.
Our tour continues with the One Pillar Pagoda, built by Emperor Ly Thai Tong in the 11th century and inspired by the lotus flower, one of Hanoi's most distinctive temples. Our last stop is the Temple of Literature, founded in 1070 and known as Vietnam's first university. At this temple, a symbol of wisdom and Confucian culture, we have the opportunity to closely examine the traditional architecture and the stone steles resting on stone turtles. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 02. HANOI – HALONG BAY – HANOI

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for our Halong Bay tour, including lunch. Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the most fascinating natural wonders in the world, spans approximately 1,500 km² and consists of 1,969 limestone islets.
During the full-day boat tour, we will cruise among fairytale-like limestone formations and have the chance to see the bay's best-known points, such as Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, also known as "Kissing Roosters," and the impressive Thien Cung Cave, famous as the "Heavenly Palace Cave." At a special lunch served on board, we will taste the finest flavors of Vietnamese cuisine, especially fresh seafood. At the end of the tour, return to Hanoi and overnight.

DAY 03. HANOI – NINH BINH – HANOI – DANANG – HOI AN

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast, we depart for our Ninh Binh and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital tour, including lunch. Surrounded by limestone mountains, Ninh Binh offers one of Vietnam's most impressive natural experiences. We board the boat at the dock and begin cruising along the Ngo Dong River toward the caves. Tam Coc, meaning "Three Caves," is known as the "Halong Bay on Land" thanks to its limestone formations rising among the rice paddies.
At lunch, we taste the local flavors of the region. We then continue to Hoa Lu, the capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1009, and visit the temples dedicated to the kings of the Dinh and Le dynasties. Although very few remains have survived from the 300-hectare ancient citadel, the ruins and temples in the area offer a unique opportunity to explore Vietnam's early history. After the tour, transfer to Hanoi Airport and fly to Danang on a scheduled domestic flight. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel in Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, check-in and rest.

DAY 04. HOI AN

Meals included: Breakfast. After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our tour of Hoi An's ancient town. Ranging from the 15th to the 19th century, the town's buildings and street fabric, an exceptionally well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port, reflect the local and foreign influences that make up this unique heritage site. We visit the iconic Japanese Bridge, a Chinese-Vietnamese merchant house, several Chinese Assembly Halls, and the Hoi An Museum.
After the tour, free time. You may browse the souvenir shops, have a suit or dress tailored to measure within 24 hours, or enjoy spa services. In the evening, you can stroll through Hoi An's lantern-lit streets and experience the town's enchanting atmosphere. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 05. HOI AN – MARBLE MOUNTAINS – DANANG – SAIGON

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast, we head to Danang, Vietnam's largest coastal city. Along the way, we pass through the Marble Mountains area, famous for its stone carving workshops, and learn about the region. In Danang, we will see the modern bridges over the Han River, especially the Dragon Bridge, designed in the shape of a dragon and famous for breathing fire in the evenings. The bridge has become one of the city's symbols.
After Danang, we continue to Ba Na Hills to see the Golden Bridge. Located near Danang at an altitude of 1,400 meters above sea level, this architectural marvel is one of Southeast Asia's most iconic modern structures. To reach the bridge, we first take a cable car journey of approximately 6 kilometers, offering magnificent panoramic views. The most striking feature of the bridge is the two giant hands that seem to hold it in the air, creating the impression of ancient statues carved from centuries-old stone. After lunch, we descend and transfer to Danang Airport for our short flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel in the city center and overnight.

DAY 06. SAIGON

Meals included: Breakfast. After breakfast, we depart for our Cu Chi Tunnels tour, located approximately 70 kilometers from the city center. Built by communist guerrillas during the Vietnam–US War, one of the most dramatic events of recent history, this tunnel system extends over 250 kilometers and became an underground city during the war.
Here we will see the period trenches, camps, traps, living quarters, and underground passages.
After lunch, we return to Saigon and begin our panoramic city tour. We visit the magnificent Opera House, the City Hall, the Central Post Office designed by the famous architect Gustave Eiffel, Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the city's most important Catholic structures, and Ben Thanh Market, Saigon's covered bazaar. At the end of the day, return to the hotel and overnight.

DAY 07. SAIGON – MEKONG DELTA – SAIGON

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch. After breakfast, we head to the Mekong Delta, where life unfolds on and around the water. Upon arrival in My Tho, we begin our journey by local boat along interconnected waterways and canals. Our first stop is Thoi Son Island, where we will see local handicrafts, coconut candy workshops, and colorful fruit orchards. Here, in the shade of the orchards, we enjoy fresh fruit while listening to traditional music performed by local artists.
We then taste homemade honey tea at a local farm and continue our canal tour to get to know the daily life and traditions of the region.
After a rich lunch featuring Mekong Delta flavors, we return to Saigon. On the way, we visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist temple that also houses a monastery. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 08. SAIGON – SINGAPORE

Meals included: Breakfast. After breakfast, transfer to Saigon Airport for our flight to Singapore. At Singapore Changi Airport, we meet our local guide, proceed to the city center, and begin our panoramic city tour.
During the tour, we will see the Singapore River, the Parliament House, the Opera House, the Supreme Court, the city's symbol the Merlion statue, and Chinatown.
After the tour, transfer to our hotel, check-in and rest. Overnight at our hotel.

DAY 09. SINGAPORE – ISTANBUL AIRPORT

Meals included: Breakfast. After breakfast at our hotel, enjoy free time throughout the day. You may use it for last-minute shopping or to explore the city.
Around 20:00 in the evening, transfer to Singapore Changi Airport. We depart directly to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK55 at 23:15. Arrival at Istanbul Airport the next morning at 05:50 local time, marking the end of our tour.