Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Welcome to Vietnam!
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Rest or begin exploring Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter, coffee shops, or lakeside promenades.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Ninh Binh Day Trip – Hoa Lu & Tam Coc
Drive to Ninh Binh, known as the “Halong Bay on Land.”
- Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
- Visit temples of Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh
- Enjoy a peaceful boat ride through Tam Coc, with limestone karsts, caves, and rice paddies
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise Begins
Travel to Halong Bay (approx. 2.5 hours). Board your overnight cruise, enjoy a welcome drink and lunch.
Cruise highlights:
- Visit Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave.
- Swim or hike at Titop Island.
- Sunset party, dinner, and onboard activities.
Overnight on the cruise.
Day 4: Halong Bay to Hanoi
Morning Tai Chi on the sundeck. Visit Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, then join a cooking demonstration on board. Disembark and return to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Free Day in Hanoi
Explore Hanoi at your own pace. Suggested activities:
- Hoan Kiem Lake.
- Temple of Literature.
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
- Optional: Water Puppet Show in the evening.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 6: Flight to Da Nang – Transfer to Hoi An
- After breakfast, fly from Hanoi to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in the charming town of Hoi An.
Spend the evening strolling around the lantern-lit streets and riverside cafés.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 7: My Son Sanctuary & Thu Bon River Cruise
Take a morning trip to My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site of ancient Champa temples.
- Visit a rice-paper making village.
- Return to Hoi An by boat on the Thu Bon River.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 8: Tra Que Village Farming Experience & Lantern Making
Visit Tra Que Village, participate in traditional farming, and enjoy a farm-fresh lunch. In the afternoon, craft your own lantern at a local workshop.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 9: Leisure Day in Hoi An
Enjoy a relaxing day:
- Chill at An Bang Beach.
- Explore Hoi An Ancient Town.
- Bike through the countryside.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 10: Drive to Hue via Hai Van Pass
- Depart Hoi An for Hue, passing scenic views along the Hai Van Pass. Stop at Marble Mountains or Lang Co Beach en route.
- Check into your hotel and relax.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 11: Full-Day Hue City Tour
Discover Hue’s royal past:
- Imperial Citadel.
- Thien Mu Pagoda.
- Emperor Minh Mang & Khai Dinh Mausoleums.
- Take a scenic boat ride on the Perfume River to end the day.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 12: Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, transfer to Hue Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Upon arrival, check in and explore nearby attractions like Ben Thanh Market or Nguyen Hue Walking Street.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 13: Mekong Delta Excursion (My Tho & Ben Tre)
Drive to My Tho and explore the lush Mekong Delta region:
- Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda.
- Cruise on the Mekong River.
- Visit a coconut workshop, enjoy lunch in a fruit orchard, and ride a sampan boat through small canals.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City by evening.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 14: Cu Chi Tunnels Tour
- Morning visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a historical underground network used by Viet Cong soldiers. Learn about life during wartime and even crawl through a section of the tunnels.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City for your final evening.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 15: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Your driver will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure.
Safe travels!