Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for a full day Hanoi city tour in a BMW or similar vehicle. With ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, an imposing monument lavishly built using marble and granite, and where the preserved body of "Uncle Ho" resides. (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed every Monday & Friday, all afternoons and from early September until mid-November). After that, you can visit One Pillar Pagoda which is a historic Buddhist temple in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is regarded alongside the Perfume Temple as one of Vietnam's two most iconic temples. Behind the mausoleum, you can see Ho Chi Minh's house. The simple house where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked is made of wood and enjoys a tranquil setting, with a view of a lotus pond. Ho Chi Minh’s belongings are on display and you can walk up the steps of his house to see his bedroom. Find your way afterwards to the Temple of Literature, the first university for the Sons of Mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. In the afternoon, visit the Serene Museum of Ethnology, a 20-minute drive out of town that offers a fascinating insight into Vietnam's 54 ethnic minority groups. (Museum of Ethnology is closed on Mondays) Drive back to central Hanoi for an hour cyclo tour through the Old Quarter to enjoy the bustling local life, then cap off the day with a show at the Water Puppet Theatre - a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form depicting scenes of rural life and episodes of national history. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to HaLong Bay by road in a BMW or similar vehicle. Arrive at HaLong Bay and rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy this beautiful town on your own. HaLong Bay is a paradise for photographers as each of its rock formations is unique to itself. Some of the most popular activities in HaLong Bay are swimming, fishing, snorkelling and kayaking, trekking, and cycling. It is truly a paradise for active visitors. Overnight at the hotel in HaLong Bay. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, venture on your own in a BMW vehicle or similar to explore the Cua Van Floating Village, Quang Ninh Museum, Hai Water Sports, HaLong Pearl Farm, and end the day with a visit to the HaLong Night Market. Overnight at the hotel in HaLong Bay. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. After a 3-day-long trip in HaLong Bay, the anxiety for the upcoming 4-hour drive by road back to Hanoi might be bigger than ever. With the 45-minute flight from HaLong Bay to Hanoi which departs at 11.30 am, those worries could be wiped completely away. Saying goodbye to the breathtaking beauty of limestone pillars pulling out of HaLong Bay, you are welcomed aboard the seaplane before enjoying the exhilarating moment of seaplane taking off from the waters of Tuan Chau Marina to get back to the hustle bustle of Hanoi within 45 minutes. Since you will have a connecting flight from Noi Bai airport to Saigon, the flight from HaLong Bay straight to Noi Bai airport will be perfect for your next journey. Moreover, the icing on the cake is that you get to spend time enjoying BMW, the tranquil scenery and have a time of your life! Arrive Saigon and transfer to your hotel in a BMW or similar vehicle. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for a Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City Tour. Enjoy a 2-hour drive northwest of Saigon to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. The tunnel complex was initially started in 1948 to protect the Viet Cong guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. The tunnels also served as communication routes, storage facilities for food and weapon caches, as well as hospitals and living quarters for guerrilla fighters throughout the American War. A visit to the underground villages will provide a better understanding of the tunnels' history, the hardship of life in the tunnels, and the Vietnamese resilience during combat. Return to Saigon. Saigon is the country's commercial centre and, with over eight million inhabitants and four million motorbikes, a city that never sleeps. Despite the well-documented hustle and bustle, Saigon retains its connections with the past. Enjoy a city tour to admire Saigon's historic landmarks including the Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick edifice with twin spires based on the original construction from Paris (it is only possible to visit inside when no service is being performed). Then head across the square to the Central Post Office, designed by the French architect Gustave Eiffel. Continue your visit with the former presidential palace, the headquarters of the Saigon government during the American war, revealing the history of Saigon during its turbulent recent past. Further, drive to visit the War Remnants Museum for a vivid insight into the American war through the locals' eyes (please note that some of the photos are very graphic). Then sit down at a street coffee shop for a break to observe the daily life of the locals and have a little personal chat with your guide over a cup of coffee. Your guide will give you some interesting tips such as how to cross the road without breaking a sweat or to say a few simple words in Vietnamese as well as offer an insight into the locals' daily lives. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for a 1.5-hour drive from Saigon to Ben Tre, one of the country's southern provinces, situated in the Delta of the Mekong River. Take in the lush surroundings of rice paddies and fruit farms alongside the highway as you leave behind the busy city. Arrive at the waterfront pier and hop on an enjoyable motor boat excursion. Along the way, catch a glimpse of the delta scenery, houses built on stilts, and local fish farms. Upon arrival at Turtle Island, enjoy a leisurely walk through the village observing tropical gardens. You will have the chance to see a family-run business where they make coconut candy directly in front of the pier. Continue on your journey by sampan and be paddled by a personalised rower while you take the time to discover the maze of small canals. Bid farewell to your friendly boat rower and take a short stroll through a shaded area of coconut gardens before reaching a rest-stop to enjoy a cup of honey tea and a traditional folk song performance. Lunch will be served at My Tho where you can taste some local delicacies before returning to Saigon in mid-afternoon. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Bali. Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali, meet and greet by our tour guide, then transfer to your hotel in Bali. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Bali. (

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day Puri Agung Karangasem, Sebetan Village, and Tirta Gangga Water Palace Tour. (B

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your day with a yoga class lesson at Wapa Di Ume. There is a spacious upper-level yoga room overlooking lush green palm trees and panoramic rice terraces. Throughout the ancient Art of Classical Yoga, you will learn techniques to still your mind, strengthen your body, and expand your consciousness using posture, breathwork, meditation, and relaxation. The class will be conducted by Mr. Suweca, the Balinese experienced yoga instructor from the religious village of Mas. He has taught yoga to many locals/foreigners, and you too will feel the great benefits of yoga for your body and soul. The class is suitable for beginner to advanced practitioners. Later proceed for a Balinese cooking class at Plataran Canggu. Learn the secrets of Balinese delicacies and gain knowledge of authentic Balinese foods. Plataran Canggu Bali cooking classes provide a fascinating insight into Balinese life, beliefs, and culture through learning about its foods. Cooking and culinary myths participants learn about the exotic herbs and spices used in ceremonial and everyday Balinese dishes. Balinese cooking class using a traditional Balinese stove with a wood burner. Our chef instructs you how to cook traditional Balinese delicacies with a cooking certificate. Overnight at the hotel in Bali. (B)

After breakfast at the hotel, the rest of the day is free at leisure. In the evening, proceed for the Bali Hai Sunset Cruise experience. There's no better way to spend a balmy tropical evening than on Bali Hai's evening dinner cruise. As the sun goes down, we set off on a relaxing cruise around the harbour. Take in the cool night air on the top deck, be entertained by our live musical entertainers at the bridge deck, savour a delicious international buffet dinner, then dance the night away at our disco or enjoy our live cabaret show. Overnight at the hotel in Bali. (B, D)

After breakfast, proceed to the airport for your flight from Bali (Ngurah Rai International Airport) for your connecting flight back home