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About this tour
This Vietnam 15-Day Tour offers a smoaoth and enriching journey through the country’s most beautiful landscapes and cultural highlights. Starting in Hanoi, a city where history and daily life blend effortlessly, the trip moves on to the green valleys of Mai Chau and Pu Luong, home to peaceful rice fields and ethnic communities. Nature takes center stage in Ninh Binh and the quiet waters of Bai Tu Long Bay, before the journey continues to central Vietnam with the imperial heritage of Hue and the relaxed charm of Hoi An. The adventure ends in the Mekong Delta’s river world and the vibrant energy of Saigon.
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Destinations
Hanoi
Hanoi charms with timeless elegance, where ancient temples, leafy lakes, colonial streets, vibrant old quarters, and warm local life blend into a soulful capital.
Mai Chau
Nestled among mountains and rice fields, Mai Chau reveals stilt-house villages, palm-lined paths, and gentle rural scenes, offering a peaceful and authentic countryside escape.
Pu Luong
Pu Luong invites slow exploration through terraced rice fields, ethnic villages, forests, and streams, where walking, cycling, and local encounters shape a serene rural immersion.
Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh captivates with sampan rides through rice paddies, limestone karsts, quiet villages, and lush landscapes, blending natural beauty with traditional craftsmanship and local life.
Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay offers untouched beauty with calm cruising, kayaking, hidden lagoons, floating villages, and dramatic limestone islets, wrapped in silence and natural harmony.
Hoi An
Hoi An enchants with lantern-lit streets, ancient houses, riverside walks, artisan workshops, and flavorful local cuisine, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere full of heritage.
Da Nang
Da Nang blends modern coastal energy with nature, featuring sandy beaches, marble mountains, vibrant markets, scenic passes, and a relaxed lifestyle between sea and hills.
Hue
Hue unfolds poetic charm through the Perfume River, imperial citadel, royal tombs, serene pagodas, cycling paths, and refined cuisine rooted in royal tradition.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Saigon pulses with life through shaded boulevards, bustling markets, colonial landmarks, street food aromas, and a dynamic rhythm that reflects Vietnam’s modern spirit.
Ben Tre
Ben Tre reveals the heart of the Mekong with coconut groves, quiet canals, friendly villages, slow boat rides, and tropical flavors in a peaceful delta setting.
Can Tho
Can Tho comes alive at dawn with floating markets, river life, fruit orchards, and waterways, offering an authentic glimpse into the vibrant rhythm of the Mekong Delta.
Details itinerary
Day 01: Hanoi Arrival – Free at Leisure (-/-/-)
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International airport, you will be picked up by our driver and then transfer to hotel in central city of Hanoi (current capital of Vietnam) - a blend of the modern with the mystery and charm of past centuries, Hanoi offers an air of elegance and harmony with nature. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Day 02: City Tour – Water Puppet Show (B/-/-)
Enjoy a full-day Hanoi city tour with hotel pickup, exploring a city where modern life blends beautifully with centuries of history and mystery. Begin at Ba Dinh Square to view Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the National Assembly Building and the Presidential Palace from outside. Continue with a relaxing walk around West Lake and visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, dating back to the 6th century. Visit the Temple of Literature, founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius. Explore the famous Train Street in the Old Quarter, then end the day with a traditional water puppet show. Overnight at your hotel in Hanoi.
Day 03: Hanoi – Hoa Binh – Mai Chau (B/L/-)
After breakfast at the hotel, depart around 8:00 AM for Mai Chau along scenic mountain roads. Stop at Thung Khe Pass to visit a small local market where the Muong ethnic group sells handmade products and local food, and enjoy panoramic valley views. Arrive in Mai Chau around noon and check into a traditional stilt house. Enjoy lunch with a local family. In the afternoon, walk or cycle through nearby villages to explore the daily life and traditional crafts of the White Thai people. Overnight in Mai Chau.
Day 04: Mai Chau – Pu Luong Nature Reserve (B/L/-)
Enjoy breakfast at a local home before departing for Mai Hich, where you can take gentle walks or bike rides and join daily local activities. Have lunch at a local home and experience authentic village life. In the afternoon, travel to Pu Luong through scenic forests, mountains, ethnic villages, and valleys of terraced rice fields. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Spend time walking among rice terraces, small hills, and streams, enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Pu Luong – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Boat Ride – Jade Cave (B/-/-)
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. Visit the temples of the Dinh and Le dynasties, known for their unique ancient architecture, and learn about early Vietnamese culture through remains of the royal palace grounds. Continue to Tam Coc and board a sampan boat to cruise along the river through villages, rice fields, and limestone mountains, passing through three caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba. Then visit the peaceful Jade Cave set within limestone cliffs. Check in to your hotel and overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 06: Ninh Binh – Halong Bay – Overnight on Cruise (B/L/D)
Around 7:00 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel by shuttle and transferred to Tuan Chau Marina, arriving around 11:15 AM for check-in at the waiting lounge. At noon, embark on the cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, receive a short briefing, and check into your cabin before lunch. At 12:30 PM, savor a Vietnamese and international lunch while cruising past iconic sights such as Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock Islet, and Three Coconuts Island. In the afternoon, visit a Pearl Farm and enjoy kayaking, then explore the impressive Sung Sot Cave. Return to the cruise for Happy Hour, followed by a deluxe dinner. Evening activities include squid fishing, spa, or relaxing on deck. Overnight on board.
Day 07: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Danang – Hoi An (B/L/-) – By Flight
Start the day at 6:15 AM with a peaceful Tai Chi session on the sundeck, enjoying the fresh morning air and scenic beauty of Ha Long Bay. Light breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries is served at 6:30 AM. At 7:30 AM, visit Titov Island, where you can swim at the sandy beach or hike to the summit for panoramic bay views. Return to the cruise at 9:30 AM for check-out, then enjoy brunch while cruising back. Disembark between 10:30–11:00 AM and transfer to Hanoi for luggage pick-up, followed by a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, meet your driver and continue to Hoi An. Check in to your hotel and overnight in this UNESCO World Heritage town.
Day 08: Hoi An – Free at Leisure (B/-/-)
Enjoy your free and explore Hoi An on your own way. Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
Day 09: Hoi An – Palm Village – Boat Ride – Old Town Walking Tour (B/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer to Cam Thanh Village near Hoi An, home to the Bay Mau Coconut Palm Forest, once a wartime base and now a peaceful biosphere reserve. Enjoy riverside scenery, fresh air, and try traditional fishing with locals, including a coracle boat ride. Return to Hoi An for a walking tour of the Old Town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky Old House, local craft workshops, and the Fujian Assembly Hall. Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 10: Hoi An – Danang – Marble Mountain – Cham Museum – Hue (B/L/-)
After breakfast, drive to Hue through charming villages, emerald rivers, and along the blue East Sea. Visit the Marble Mountains and explore Am Phu Cave among limestone hills with caves and temples. Stop at Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village, then tour the Cham Sculpture Museum. Continue to Han Market, Dragon Bridge, and Monkey Mountain. Travel via Hai Van Pass, enjoying panoramic views, then arrive in Hue, check in, and overnight.
Day 11: Imperial Citadel – Khai Dinh Mausoleum (B/-/-)
After breakfast, explore Hue with a visit to the Imperial Citadel, home of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802–1945). See the Flag Tower, Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, and the Forbidden Purple City. Continue to the impressive Khai Dinh Mausoleum, known for its unique and intricate design. Visit a traditional incense-making village filled with fragrant aromas and colorful drying incense sticks. Conclude the tour at Tu Hieu Pagoda, a peaceful ancient pagoda with deep Buddhist significance.
Day 12: Hue – Free at Leisure – Saigon (B/-/-) – By Flight
Enjoy your last and free day in Hue until being transferred to the airport for the flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, be welcome and be picked-up by our guide and driver. Then head out to hotel in center for check-in hotel and overnight in Saigon.
Day 13: Saigon – Mekong Delta – Ben Tre – Can Tho (B/L/-)
Your guide and driver pick you up at the hotel for a scenic drive through rice fields to My Tho in the Mekong Delta. Arrive in Ben Tre around 10:00 AM and cruise along the Ben Tre River to observe local river life. Visit workshops producing bricks, salt, and coconut products, then cruise through small creeks to see mat-weaving families. Enjoy a motor cart ride through farms and a rowing boat trip along palm-lined canals. Continue to Can Tho, stopping at the historic Binh Thuy Ancient House. Check in and overnight in Can Tho
Day 14: Cai Rang Floating Market – Saigon (B/-/-)
Wake up early and travel to the central pier to join a motorboat excursion to Cai Rang Floating Market. From early morning, the river comes alive with hundreds of boats filled with fruits and agricultural products, as buyers and sellers trade in a colorful, bustling atmosphere. Continue cruising to visit local fruit orchards, a signature experience of Southern Vietnam. Later, drive back to Saigon, check in at the hotel, and enjoy an overnight stay.
Day 15: Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels – City Tour – Departure (B/-/-)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels to explore the remarkable underground network where the Viet Cong once hid during the War. Stretching over 200 km, the tunnels played a crucial role in the conflict and still display evidence of fierce battles from the 1960s, when Cu Chi was a “Free Target Zone.” Return to the city center for a stroll along Dong Khoi Street, once Rue Catinat, the heart of colonial Saigon. Admire French-style landmarks including the Opera House (outside view), Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and City Hall. Transfer to the airport for departure.
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