Boasting rich historical heritage and mouth-watering food, Vietnam is one of the most alluring countries in South Asia. Visit Hanoi, a bustling city that represents a vivid fusion of various Asian cultures with a royal French touch.
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling colonial capital. Upon arrival, your driver transfers you to the centrally-located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip or start your independent exploration of the city.
No meals included.
Following breakfast, you meet your private guide and driver in the hotel lobby to start your eventful 8-hour tour around the top attractions of Hanoi. This charming city is famous for its one-of-a-kind architecture and many-sided cultural heritage.
Your first stop for today is the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which houses a museum and the mausoleum of the first president of Vietnam. Apart from being a popular tourist attraction, the complex is a pilgrimage place for locals as this leader has done much for the country to achieve independence.
Next on your list in the outstanding One Pillar Pagoda. This lovely Buddhist temple was erected on a bearing pillar way back around the 1030s and still stands on its place surrounded by a pond with lotuses.
Continuing your acquaintance with traditional Vietnamese architecture, you head to the Temple of Literature, another historic monument constructed almost 10 centuries ago in honor of Confucius.
Today you also get to explore West Lake where you have an amazing chance to see the Tran Quoc Pagoda, a spectacular construction, boasting an almost 1500-year history and being the oldest one in Vietnam's capital. The Quan Thanh Temple, dating back to the 11th century, is an architectural masterpiece built in the name of Tran Vo.
As a highlight of the day, we invite you to enjoy a 45-minute Water Puppet Show. During the performance, you delve into the Vietnamese traditional art and Hanoi's centuries-old theatrical legacy, with roots going back to ancient myths and folklore.
After the tour, you return back to your hotel and have the rest of the evening free.
Breakfast is included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes passing by outside the car window while one of our trusted drivers takes you to one of the most beautiful spots in Vietnam, the scenic Halong Bay.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and discover the real Asian heaven, picturesque Halong Bay in Vietnam. Don't miss the chance to explore numerous secret lagoons, relax at the paradisiacal beaches, and get enchanted by the allure of mysterious grottoes that can't be found anywhere else in the world!
In the morning after breakfast, you check out from your Hanoi hotel and have a shared transfer to alluring Halong Bay, which is ranked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Upon arrival, you embark on a traditional cruise and enjoy lunch on board, while sailing around the picturesque valley. Halong Bay houses almost 2000 limestone islands that are beautifully surrounded by the emerald waters. Situated in the northern part of the country, this breathtaking bay is one of the most scenic locations in entire Asia!
During your afternoon cruise, you see the islands of Halong, including the Dinh Huong and Ga Choi. Along the way, you also visit one of the bay's 3 largest caves: Thien Cung, Dau Go or Sung Sot. While exploring the grottoes, you learn more about the formation of these impressive rocks and unveil some legends cloaking this magnificent place.
Afterward, for some peaceful relax time, you make a stop at an island cove with a sheltered white-sand beach. Weather permitting, you have the opportunity to swim in the clear waters of the Tonkin Gulf.
And for an absolutely unforgettable experience, you get to spend the night on board the ship.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Early in the morning, you have a great chance to exercise and meditate by doing Tai Chi on the top deck or simply relax and enjoy the sunrise over the jungle-topped islands of the bay. Have a morning cup of coffee or tea before starting your exploration of the nearby islands by rowboat.
You come back on board the ship for breakfast. After that, you are welcome to take advantage of the sundeck and marvel at the beautiful rock formations of Bai Tu Long Bay on your way back to Halong City. You are also invited for a brunch onboard before returning to Halong pier, from where you have a group transfer back to Hanoi.
Your private driver meets you at Hanoi center and takes you to the airport for your in-country flight to Danang.
Upon arrival, our guide and driver take you to your hotel in Hoi An Town for check-in. The remaining part of the day is free, so you can relax in your room or begin exploring the local surroundings on your own.
Breakfast and brunch are included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Taking a plane is one of the most time-saving options to travel between Halong Bay and Hoi An. Our professional drivers will transfer you to the airport and meet upon arrival.
Once the major port of the Cham Kingdom, Hoi An is now Vietnam's most magical and atmospheric town cloaked with a laid-back atmosphere. Immerse in the spirit of typical Asia and let this charming city win your heart over!
Prepare for one of the most eventful days of your Vietnam adventure! Following breakfast, you meet your guide and driver to continue your acquaintance with this vivid country.
The first place on your agenda today is the ruins at My Son sanctuary, which is considered to be one of the best-preserved Cham structures in Vietnam. Being one of five UNESCO-listed sites in Vietnam, this place is an absolute must-see for those who are interested in the unique architecture and life of ancient civilizations.
Then you drive to a wonderful city of Hoi An for a lunch break. After that, you enjoy a half-day walking tour through the narrow cozy streets of the Ancient Quarter. You delve into the atmosphere of traditional Asia and get to see the impressive Chua Ong Pagoda, the majestic Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year old Tan Ky ancestral house, and the lovely Japanese Bridge.
As a highlight of the day, you take a short boat ride to a nearby island, where you visit a handicraft village specializing in ceramics.
After the tour, you return to the hotel in the late afternoon and the rest of the day is at your own leisure.
Breakfast is included.
For centuries, the life of the Vietnamese has been strongly connected to the natural world. Offering picturesque panoramas, great photo locations, as well as a close-up to the lifestyle of local fishermen and farmer communities, this day makes your Vietnam discovery even more unforgettable!
Following breakfast, together with your guide, you head to the Hoi An town of Viet Nam, where you enrich your travel by going cycling along country roads, passing vast rice fields, immersing in the rural life of Vietnam, communicating with locals, and maybe even spotting the wildlife.
Later in the day, you board the Hoian Eco-tour boat for an insightful river cruise. During the trip, you will not only have a unique opportunity to meet the fishermen but also comprehend the art of traditional net fishing! One more memorable point of your tour is paddling the Vietnamese bamboo basket boat as you explore the coconut-palm flanked waterways.
After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Breakfast and lunch are included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Taking a plane is one of the most comfortable ways to travel from Hoi An to the charming city of Ho Chi Minh. Our professional drivers will transfer you to the airport and meet upon arrival.
Commonly known as Saigon, the vivid city of Ho Chi Minh is situated in the southern part of the country and is famous for playing a significant role in the Vietnam War. Today Ho Chi Minh is not only a place of historical significance but also a unique town that somehow combines in itself two opposites: bright Vietnamese spirit and rich French elegance.
Following breakfast and check-out, your driver takes you to the airport for your flight to Vietnam's modern metropolis Ho Chi Minh City, also known by its former name of Saigon.
Upon arrival, you have some time for lunch and then you enjoy an orientation guided tour of Ho Chi Minh's top sights. During lunchtime, we recommend tasting hallmark dishes of the city, including traditional Vietnamese soup called "pho" and pork rolls.
While exploring the bustling streets of the city, you get to see the main attractions of Ho Chi Minh featuring the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the City Post Office, and the Ben Thanh Market.
After the tour, you arrive at a centrally-located hotel for check-in and have the remaining part of the day free.
Breakfast is included.
Ready for a blissful escape from the busy city of Ho Chi Minh? In the morning after breakfast, you meet your guide and driver and head to charming Ben Tre Province.
Upon arrival to the Hung Vuong Pier, you board a private boat and have a relaxing time taking in the beauty of the marvelous delta landscapes. As a part of your trip, you find out more about the Mekong Delta lifestyle by visiting local fruit orchards and coconut groves. What is more, you get to see brick workshops and various home-made goods like coconut candles, rice cakes, and handicrafts.
To crown your day, you take a short walk and visit a local family. During your visit, the welcoming hosts will share with you the secrets of making a sedge mat. You also can enjoy a ride on Xe Loi, which is somewhat a rickshaw with a motor, to see the scenic villages of the region.
After lunch in a riverside restaurant, you board a sampan oat boat for a panoramic trip along narrow canals. Afterward, you take a boat back to Ben Tre, followed by a car ride to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh.
Breakfast and lunch are included.
This is the final day of your amazing exploration of Vietnam! Following breakfast, you check out from the hotel, and your driver takes you to the airport for your flight back home.
We hope you are leaving with bright memories and wish you a safe flight!
Breakfast is included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
What's included
- Accommodation at remarkable hotels in Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh;
- Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary with private drivers;
- Breakfasts at the hotels, other meals as per itinerary;
- Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guides;
- Tickets for Water Puppet Show in Hanoi;
- 2-day cruise around Halong Bay;
- Economy class flights from Hanoi to Da Nang and from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City;
- Full Vietnam electronic visa processing service;
- Support line during the trip.
Note: We include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
Note: Hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.
Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, all personal expenses.
Tour Highlights
- Fully tailor-made program according to your interest;
- Your own professional local guides and drivers;
- 2-day panoramic Halong Bay cruise;
- Authentic Water Puppet Show in Hanoi;
- Trip to the ancient ruins of My Son sanctuary;
- Exciting Farm & Fishing Eco Tour;
- Mekong Delta Day Trip.
What To Know
- It's always best to bring some cash in local currency for your trip. You will need Vietnamese dong for your time in Vietnam
- You will be walking quite a bit during your sightseeing tours, so make sure to bring comfortable shoes
