Firstly, you’ll have ample opportunity to visit important historical monuments of Hanoi capital. Then glide through sparkling, magnificent landscapes of Halong Bay. Next destinations are Hue city and UNESCO listed Hoi An ancient town where you can immerse in glory history of the last emperor of Vietnam and delve into Vietnam’s most picturesque old town. Continue to explore Ho Chi Minh City which boasts a fast-paced development before rounding of your trip by capturing the tranquility of Mekong Delta.
| Day 1: Get into the eternal capital of Vietnam
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| Upon arrival, get in the car to the hotel for check-in at 14:00. Drag your jet-lagged butt out of bed and begin your adventure in the city of Hanoi. You won’t want to miss a chance for a leisure shopping spree along a pedestrian-friendly stretch chock-full with upscale boutiques and food carts at every turn.
Meal(s): D
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| Day 2: A glimpse into the resilience of Hanoi eternal capital
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| Be ready to crack on a sightseeing trip to the Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Around mid-day, a well-rounded meal at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Ethnology Museum, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. Wander through meandering alleys of charming Old Quarter, followed by an enticing traditional Water Puppet Show.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 3: Expedition to the land of descending dragon
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| Enjoy your breakfast before heading to Ha Long Bay – the land of the descending dragon. Upon arrival, embark on an alluring luxurious cruise ship to discover a plethora of impressive limestone islands as well as enjoy thrilling activities such as exploring cave, kayaking and swimming on site. Also, stunning sundeck and enticing onboard cooking class to make spring rolls.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 4: New journey to beloved central Vietnam
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| Back to the mainland for your smooth flight to Da Nang, a thriving city touted the city of stunningly quirky bridges and beguiling Han River. You’ll have a few hours in this enticing city before driving to Hue, a stark contrast of calmness and ancientness. Feel free to explore the town and treat yourself with Hue specialties for dinner.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 5: Pretend you are royalty at Hue
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| A city tour around Hue ancient capital allows you to be taken back to the glory days of Nguyen Dynasty with Imperial Citadel. Then take a boat trip along the scenic Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda. In the afternoon, drift down the current of Perfume River to admire Minh Mang and Khai Dinh Tomb. At the end of the day, back to the city center and check out Dong Ba Market.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 6: Marvel at the breathtaking Hoi An Town
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| Today, you will pass through the quirky Hai Van Tunnels to Da Nang and Hoi An on our private car. On the way, a magnificent spectacle of Marble Mountains unfolds for your eyes. You’ll land on Hoi An Town and wander around the ancient town. Late afternoon, discover local culinary diversity in which Cao Lau, Quang style noodles and Quang Nam chicken rice are hard-to-miss dishes.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 7: Be like a local
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| Spend your day in central Hoi An. Feel more rustic and eco-friendly on an excursion to Cam Thanh Village. Try daily native tasks such as farming and fishing. Finishing the day, you’ll be driven by a private car back to Hoi An and have some leisure time before a sumptuous dinner ready.
Meal(s): B/L
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| Day 8: A day of cultural treasure filled with history and beauty
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| This morning, take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, check-in hotel at 14:00 before a joyful city tour. History buffs can grasp the closest look at city’s past by squeezing busy streets and capture famous historical sites such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Post Office, Ho Chi Minh City Hall, and War remnant museum.
Meal(s): B/L
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| Day 9: An escape from city congestion
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| This day trip travels across the city to outskirts of Cu Chi, an important battlefield that had suffered from fierce devastation through bloody years of Vietnam War. Seize an opportunity to discover more about the history and crawl through the narrow tunnels. After lunch on site, you’ll get in car and back to Ho Chi Minh City for an intriguing Saigon Vespa tour.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 10: Private boat trip to the mighty water world
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| This morning, spend a few hours driving into Mekong Delta. Board a small boat to Ben Tre. Spend some time in the villages and learn more about inhabitants’ daily lives before sitting down to a lavish lunch of Mekong delicacies. After lunch, spend some time lazing on your smooth car ride back to the Eco-homestay at Mekong Delta.
Meal(s): B/L/D
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| Day 11: Design your day
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| Cycle around the tranquil village before leaving Mekong Delta and returning to Ho Chi Minh City. You can either let your hair down in your comfortable hotel room or take advantage of leisure time to discover the awe-inspiring city on your own.
Meal(s): B/L
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| Day 12: A free and easy departure
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| Be free to explore Ho Chi Minh City, the city of extravagance and luxuriousness until your departure flight.
Meal(s): B
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