25 to 30 Nov 2024
(5 days, 4 nights)

You will embark on a morning flight from Penang International Airport (PEN), with a layover at KLIA 2, before finally reaching Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, Vietnam, in the afternoon.

After airport clearance, you will head over for lunch before we visit St. Joseph’s Cathedral, one of the oldest churches in Hanoi. It was inaugurated in December 1886 by the French colonial government. Next, we will visit Cua Bac Church, originally known as the Church of Martyrs but more commonly referred to as Our Lady of Hanoi, Queen of Martyrs. We will have dinner and then check in.

Overnight in Hanoi.

On the following day, after breakfast at the hotel, you will have a day trip to the Nam Dinh Province. Here you will visit the Bui Chu Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Mary Queen of the Rosary. You will also visit Phu Nhai Church, also known as the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, one of the four minor basilicas of Vietnam, and Kien Lao Church, a beautiful church dedicated to the Holy Family, showcasing Western architectural style in an Asian setting.

After lunch, you will visit Nam Dinh Cathedral. This 124-year-old structure is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. The building is constructed in the neo-Gothic style, with additional murals and fixtures from the 1970s in the Art Deco style.

Overnight at Hanoi.

On the next day, you will board an early morning flight to the city of Hue. Upon arrival, you will have a city tour in Hue and visit the Hue Imperial City, a sprawling complex of palaces, temples, walls, and gates that served as the political, cultural, and religious center of the Nguyen dynasty.

You will also visit Thien Mu Pagoda, an iconic seven-storey pagoda that is one of the oldest and most beautiful religious buildings in Vietnam.

Overnight in Hue.

On day 4, you will travel to visit Our Lady of La Vang Shrine. This shrine is dedicated to Mary, who appeared to the Vietnamese Catholics dressed in traditional Vietnamese attire, offering them words of comfort and encouragement. She also provided guidance on using the leaves from nearby trees to treat their illnesses, which was seen as a miraculous intervention. 

In the afternoon, you will transfer to Da Nang to visit Da Nang Cathedral. Also known as the Pink Cathedral due to its distinctive colour, it is one of the notable landmarks in Da Nang. It was built to serve the French Catholics living in Da Nang at the time.

Today, the cathedral is a cultural landmark in Da Nang, attracting both local visitors and international tourists. You will then transfer to Hoi An.

In the evening, you will have free time to explore the beautiful Hoi An and have your own dinner here.

Overnight in Hoi An.

On the next day, in the morning, you will visit the Marian Shrine of the Lady of Tra Kieu, a significant pilgrimage site dedicated to Mary, where she is believed to have protected the local Catholics during times of persecution.

In the afternoon, you will visit Hoi An Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved ancient streets, historic buildings, and rich cultural heritage.

In the evening, you will enjoy a Private Cruise Dinner in Hoi An, offering a unique dining experience on the water, with beautiful views of the town's illuminated lanterns and historic architecture.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Today is the last day in Vietnam. As you make your way to the airport in the morning, you will visit An Hai Parish Church in Danang along the way to the airport. Then, you will transit in KLIA2 before returning to Penang.