Best of Vietnam: Family Edition

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Tour code
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VN01
Category
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Classic Tours
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Destination
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VIETNAM
Departure
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Daily
Time
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10 days
Sites
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Hanoi • Halong Bay • Hoi An • Ho Chi Minh City • Mekong Delta
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A 10-day family adventure through Vietnam, designed for travelers of all ages and combining culture, nature, and easy-paced exploration. Experience Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, and the Mekong Delta through family-friendly activities and authentic local encounters.

Trip overview

Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi
Day 2: Discover Hanoi
Day 3: Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
Day 4: Halong Bay – Fly to Hoi An
Day 5: Hoi An Culture & Beach
Day 6: Free Day in Hoi An
Day 7: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Day 8: Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City
Day 9: Mekong Delta Excursion
Day 10: Departure

Highlights

  • Explore Vietnam from north to south in 10 days
  • Cruise overnight through UNESCO-listed Halong Bay
  • Discover Hanoi's history, culture, and famous landmarks
  • Join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class
  • Explore Hoi An Ancient Town by lantern light
  • Visit Tra Que Organic Village and An Bang Beach
  • Experience Ho Chi Minh City's history and vibrant food scene
  • Cruise through the Mekong Delta by traditional boat
  • Stay in carefully selected family-friendly 4-star hotels
  • Enjoy private transportation and English-speaking guides throughout the journey

Trip Inclusion

  • Professional family guides: English-speaking, trained to work with children and families
  • Complete transportation: Private A/C vehicles with child car seats, all internal flights (Hanoi–Danang, Danang–Ho Chi Minh City), comfortable transfers
  • Family-friendly accommodations: 9 nights in 4-star family hotels with connecting rooms/family suites, pools, kid amenities (includes 1 night premium Halong Bay cruise)
  • Comprehensive meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners (vegetarian/allergy-friendly and international options available)
  • Activities: Vietnamese cooking class, water puppet show, Halong Bay cruise, kayaking/swimming with supervision, family-sized bicycle tours, lantern-making workshop, coconut candy workshop, cyclo tour
  • All entrance fees: temples, museums, historical sites, caves, floating village, fruit orchards, cultural performances
  • Safety equipment: life jackets (all sizes), child car seats, first aid kits, beach safety equipment
  • Educational materials: pre-trip activity books, cultural scavenger hunts, interactive learning sheets
  • Family support: 24/7 emergency hotline with English-speaking assistance, activity booking help

Trip Exclusions

  • International flights to/from Vietnam
  • Vietnam visa fees
  • Personal expenses: shopping, additional snacks beyond included meals, souvenirs
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide/driver team (family tipping kitty $120–160 USD per family recommended but voluntary)
  • Beverages: soft drinks, alcohol, special beverages beyond included meals
  • Optional activities (chosen during free day in Hoi An, extension programs)
  • Single supplement: additional cost if single adult requires private room ($341)

Advisory

Tour itinerary

Daily Details

Day 1: Welcome to Hanoi

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where your guide will greet you and transfer you to your 4-star hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. After check-in, visit Ngoc Son Temple and enjoy a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, the cultural heart of Hanoi. In the evening, savor a welcome dinner featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Optional: Cyclo ride • Water Puppet Show • Evening Street Food Tour
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Notes: Child car seats available upon request. Early check-in subject to availability.


Day 2: Discover Hanoi's Culture & Heritage

Explore Hanoi's most iconic landmarks, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and One Pillar Pagoda. Join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class to prepare traditional dishes such as pho and fresh spring rolls, then enjoy your creations for lunch. End the day with a traditional Water Puppet Show.

Optional: Temple of Literature • Dong Xuan Market • Hanoi Night Tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Notes: Vegetarian and special dietary options available.


Day 3: Hanoi to Halong Bay Cruise

Travel to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and board your overnight cruise. Enjoy lunch while sailing among spectacular limestone islands before exploring Sung Sot Cave. Spend the afternoon kayaking or swimming, then relax on deck with sunset views. After dinner, try squid fishing or simply unwind under the stars.

Optional: Tai Chi session • Cooking demonstration • Sunset photography
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Premium Halong Bay Cruise
Notes: Kayaks, life jackets, and onboard activities included.


Day 4: Halong Bay to Hoi An

Begin the morning with breakfast as you cruise through Halong Bay and visit a floating fishing village. Return to Hanoi for your flight to Da Nang, then transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town. In the evening, stroll through lantern-lit streets and enjoy dinner by the riverside.

Optional: Thu Bon River boat ride • Hoi An Night Market • Traditional music performance
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hoi An Ancient Town
Notes: Domestic flight included.


Day 5: Hoi An Culture & Beach

Discover local life at Tra Que Organic Village, where you can experience traditional farming before relaxing at An Bang Beach. In the evening, join a lantern-making workshop and admire Hoi An's famous lanterns along the river.

Optional: Basket boat ride • Vietnamese cooking class • Coconut forest tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hoi An Ancient Town
Notes: Bicycle and safety equipment provided.


Day 6: Free Day in Hoi An

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Hoi An Ancient Town at your own pace. Relax on An Bang Beach, shop for tailor-made clothing, or choose from a range of optional cultural and outdoor experiences. Your guide will be available to assist with recommendations and bookings.

Optional: My Son Sanctuary • Basket Boat Tour • Vietnamese Food Tour • Tailor Shopping • Thu Bon River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hoi An Ancient Town
Notes: Optional activities available upon request.


Day 7: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, visit the Reunification Palace and browse the vibrant Ben Thanh Market, one of the city's most famous landmarks. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before checking into your hotel.

Optional: Notre Dame Cathedral • Central Post Office • Saigon Opera House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Notes: Domestic flight included.


Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels

Travel to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about Vietnam's wartime history. Return to the city for a cyclo ride through the historic center, visit colonial landmarks, and discover authentic Vietnamese street food on a guided evening tour.

Optional: War Remnants Museum • Bitexco Skydeck • Saigon River Dinner Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Notes: Comfortable walking shoes recommended.


Day 9: Mekong Delta Discovery

Explore the lush Mekong Delta by traditional boat, visiting floating markets, tropical fruit orchards, and a local coconut candy workshop. Experience daily life along the river before returning to Ho Chi Minh City for a farewell dinner.

Optional: Village cycling • Canal boat tour • Traditional music performance
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Notes: Boat cruise and entrance fees included.


Day 10: Departure

Enjoy breakfast before your private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight. Guests wishing to extend their holiday can continue to Phu Quoc Island, Can Tho, or Da Lat.

Extension Options: Phu Quoc Beach Escape • Can Tho & Mekong Delta • Da Lat Highlands

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
Notes: Airport transfer included. Flexible departure times available.

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