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.