This tour offers a perfect snapshot of captivating Vietnam. You'll travel overland through the verdant south, experiencing the riverside life of the mighty Mekong Delta. Head to the star of central Vietnam - the charming cities of Hue and Hoi An. Explore the unique, beautiful sanctuary world of the ancient Cham religion. Finish by discovering colonial Hanoi and cruising the tranquil waters of Halong Bay. This charming Vietnam package includes a wealth of interesting sights, activities and experiences that will create memories to last a lifetime. By choosing this tour, you'll also be contributing to the local community, making it a meaningful and impactful journey. From the bustling cities to the serene natural landscapes, this 10-day tour showcases the very best of Vietnam. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
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Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Ho Chi Minh City. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name, and escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is yours — explore the city at your own pace or simply relax at the hotel after your flight.
Accommodation: 4★ — Alagon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City
Meals included: None
Activities included: Private airport meet-and-greet and transfer to your hotel
Optional activities: Explore Ho Chi Minh City at your own pace
Leave the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City behind and travel to My Tho, a town on the banks of the Mekong River. On arrival, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, which dates back to the late 19th century, before boarding a sampan to cruise among the four islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise.
Stop at Unicorn Island to wander the country lanes and orchards, sample tropical fruits and enjoy folk music performed by local people. Visit a family business and a honey-bee farm, with honey tea and a coconut-candy workshop, then take a hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son canal to soak up the beauty of the countryside. After lunch at a local restaurant, cycle around Tan Thach village to meet local villagers and experience daily life in the Delta before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Accommodation: 4★ — Alagon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities included: Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda Sampan cruise around the four islands of the Mekong Orchard walk on Unicorn Island with tropical fruit and folk music Visit a family business and honey-bee farm with honey tea and coconut candy Hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son canal Lunch at a local restaurant Cycle through Tan Thach village to meet local villagers
Optional activities: Relax in a hammock with the cool breeze as an alternative to the cycling
Enjoy the last of your time in Ho Chi Minh City before your private driver escorts you to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. On arrival, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Hoi An, with the rest of the day free at leisure.
Accommodation: 4★ — The Saga Hoi An
Meals included: Breakfast
Activities included: Flight to Da Nang and private transfer to Hoi An
Your English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am for a cycle trip into the countryside and along the rivers around Hoi An. As you meander through the lanes, you'll be greeted by friendly locals and enjoy lovely views of the neighbourhood. At the Cam Thanh Eco-Village — linked to the region's wartime history — you'll take a paddle trip in a traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boat through a coconut-palm paradise. Meet local fishermen, try your hand at traditional net fishing and catching "purple crabs" in the canal, and pick up some charming handmade gifts crafted from nipa palm leaves. After a delicious lunch, cycle back to your hotel.
Accommodation: 4★ — The Saga Hoi An
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities included: Guided countryside cycle tour around Hoi An Bamboo basket-boat ride through the Cam Thanh coconut-palm waterways Traditional net fishing and 'purple crab' catching with local fishermen Handmade gifts from nipa palm leaves Lunch at a local restaurant
A free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace. The loveliest way to discover this charming town is to rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle towards the riverside or the beach, where small cafés await for a fresh fruit drink after a swim in the warm, calm sea. In the evening, we recommend a stroll around the Old Town, which looks magical when the shops light their lanterns — a scene straight from a fairy tale — and don't miss the colourful performances staged in the streets after dark.
Accommodation: 4★ — The Saga Hoi An
Meals included: Breakfast
Activities included: Free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace
Optional activities: Rent a bicycle and cycle to the riverside or beach Have clothes, a bag or shoes made overnight at a local tailor Stroll the lantern-lit Old Town in the evening Watch the street performances after dark
After breakfast, transfer from Hoi An to Hue by private car along one of the most beautiful roads in the world — the Hai Van Pass. Be prepared to be blown away by sweeping views of the mountains meeting the sea. On arrival in Hue, check in and enjoy free time to explore the surrounding area.
Accommodation: 4★ — Eldora Hue Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast Activities included: Scenic private transfer over the Hai Van Pass to Hue
Once the imperial capital of the Nguyen Lords from the 17th to the 19th centuries, Hue charms with its emperors' tombs, ancient pagodas and the remains of the Citadel. Take a short cyclo ride to the Imperial Citadel at the heart of the UNESCO-listed Complex of Hue Monuments, passing through the towering main gate to admire the architecture and gardens as your guide brings the former royal court to life. Though heavily bombed during the war, remarkable sections remain intact or are being carefully restored. Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue's best-preserved religious monument — its seven-storey tower, perched above the Perfume River, is one of Vietnam's most recognisable icons. In the afternoon, visit the elaborate Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, blending Eastern art with Western design, and the impressive Tu Duc Royal Tomb, built between 1864 and 1867. You'll then transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi, where your driver will meet you and take you to your accommodation in the Old Quarter.
Accommodation: 4★ — La Jardin Couture Haute Hotel, Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities included: Cyclo ride to the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel Visit Thien Mu Pagoda Visit the Khai Dinh Royal Tomb Visit the Tu Duc Royal Tomb Flight to Hanoi and private transfer to the Old Quarter
Halong Bay is a natural wonder of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one look tells you why. After breakfast, check out and leave Hanoi for the bay; the cruise team will meet you at the hotel lobby between 8:00–9:00 am (the exact time is confirmed the day before). Arrive at the jetty around noon and transfer by boat to your cruise. After a welcome and check-in, lunch is served as the vessel glides through hundreds of islets. Spend the afternoon swimming, kayaking or visiting caves (depending on your boat's itinerary), or simply relax on board. As the day ends, the boat anchors in a beautiful spot — don't miss the sunset before dinner. Please note: in poor weather the itinerary may change or be cancelled if boats are not permitted to leave port, in which case alternative arrangements will be made for you.
Accommodation: Overnight cruise cabin (Amanda Luxury Halong Cruise)
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities included: Cruise through the islands of Halong Bay Lunch and dinner served on board Afternoon activities such as swimming, kayaking or cave visits (depending on the cruise itinerary)
The sun rises over Halong as breakfast is served and the vessel cruises slowly back toward port. Enjoy an early lunch before disembarking, then transfer back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.
Accommodation: 4★ — La Jardin Couture Haute Hotel, Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities included: Morning cruising with breakfast and an early lunch on board Transfer back to Hanoi
Optional activities: Explore Hanoi at your own pace in the afternoon
Explore the charming capital, often called the 'Paris of the East', with its yellow-ochre colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes. Visit the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a marble-and-granite monument to the beloved revolutionary leader; the One Pillar Pagoda, a wooden Buddhist temple built in 1049 in the shape of a lotus blossom; and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university, dating from the late 11th century and pictured on the 100,000 dong banknote. In the afternoon, discover the fascinating Museum of Ethnology, home to costumes and artefacts from Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups, before a walking tour through the famed Old Quarter — the '36 streets of 36 wares' named after the original artisan guilds. Please note the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, and every morning from 15 June to 15 August.
Accommodation: 4★ — La Jardin Couture Haute Hotel, Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities included: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (exterior) Visit the One Pillar Pagoda Visit the Temple of Literature Visit the Museum of Ethnology Guided walking tour of the Old Quarter
Enjoy free time at leisure until your private transfer to the airport for your onward flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories of Vietnam.
Accommodation: —
Meals included: Breakfast
Activities included: Private transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Our Important Notes and Packing List cover all essentials, from necessary equipment to inclusions, ensuring you're fully equipped and informed for this extraordinary adventure and more.
Yes, there are ATMs at bank offices, big hotels, and shopping malls. You could use Visa and Master Card without any problems, not all ATMs and shops will accept Union Pay, but you always find a place to use it too. In small shops and cafes be ready to pay with cash. Also, keep some cash if you are traveling to remote areas and small islands.
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