We Love —
- Driving through lush tropical landscapes on the scenic drive from Hoi An to Hue, before prolonging the stay with an optional beach stay in Hoi An.
- Sampling local street food bursting with flavour - ranging from fresh Vietnamese spring rolls to delicious bánh mì, all loaded with coriander and chilli peppers.
- Enjoying a dreamy night on a luxury cruise that passes the most epic rock formations in Ha Long Bay.
Customer reviews —
Embark on a journey to explore the highlights of Vietnam, from the vibrant north to the enchanting south. Savour the rich and flavourful cuisine of central Vietnam, particularly in the cultural gems of Hué and Hoi An. In Hoi An, you can extend your stay to enjoy a variety of captivating excursions or simply relax on its stunning, tranquil beaches.
Your itinerary in brief —
9-night tour:
- Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi
- Day 2: Hanoi
- Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
- Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Da Nang - Hoi An
- Day 5: Hoi An
- Day 6: Hoi An - Hue
- Day 7: Hue
- Day 8: Hue - Ho Chi Minh city
- Day 9: Ho Chi Minh city
- Day 10: Departure from Ho Chi Minh city
By choosing a 12 or 15-night tour, you'll extend your stay with 3 or 6 additional nights in Hoi An:
- Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
- Day 2: Hanoi
- Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
- Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - flight to Danang - Hoi An
- Days 5 - 8: Beach stay in Hoi An
- Day 9: Hoi An - Hué
- Day 10: Hué
- Day 11: Hué - flight to Ho Chi Minh city
- Day 12: Ho Chi Minh city
- Day 13: Departure from Ho Chi Minh city
15-night tour:
- Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi
- Day 2: Hanoi
- Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
- Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi- flight to Danang - Hoi An
- Days 5 - 11: Beach stay in Hoi An
- Day 12: Hoi An - Hué
- Day 13: Hué
- Day 14: Hué - flight to Hô Chi Minh-Ville
- Day 15: Ho Chi Minh city
- Day 16: Departure from Ho Chi Minh city
Please note that the order of activities may be changed without altering the interest of the programme.
Your itinerary in detail —
9-night tour:
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN HANOI
- Meet your guide at Noi Bai Airport
- Transfer to your hotel
Overnight hotel stay
Please note: Rooms are available from 2 pm. Early check-in is not possible.
DAY 2: HANOI
Explore the charming city of Hanoi, often referred to as the ‘Paris of the East’. The city is famed for its yellow-ochre colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes.
- Enjoy exploring Hanoi at leisure
- Why not sample some 'egg coffee', a speciality of Hanoi, before enjoying a stroll around the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and watching a train pass through the market at Hanoi Train Street
- Please note: Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays. Fridays and all afternoon
Breakfast included
Overnight hotel stay
Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
Discover the enchanting beauty of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam's UNESCO-listed natural marvel, where emerald waters weave between towering limestone karsts topped with lush greenery.
- Transfer to Ha Long Bay and board your ship
- Cruise through the bay's captivating seascape, witness floating fishing villages, and marvel at the sheer enchantment of this iconic destination
- Please note: Itineraries are subject to change by port authorities or cruising conditions or weather conditions
Overnight Indochine Cruise 5*
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
DAY 4: HA LONG BAY - HOI AN
In the heart of Vietnam, Hoi An beckons with its enchanting blend of well-preserved ancient architecture, lantern-lit streets, and a rich tapestry of cultural traditions.
- Disembark the boat and transfer to Hanoi Airport
- Internal flight to Da Nang
- Transfer to Hoi An
Overnight hotel stay
Breakfast included
Day 5: Hoi An
- Enjoy free time to explore Hoi An
Overnight hotel stay
Breakfast included
DAY 6: HOI AN - HUE
- Transfer from Hoi An to Hue through Hai Van Pass
- Visit to An Bang village
Overnight hotel stay
Breakfast included
DAY 7: HUE
Hué, Vietnam's former imperial capital, is a city steeped in history, offering visitors a glimpse into its regal past with ancient citadels, ornate tombs, and the majestic Perfume River flowing through its heart.
- Bicycle tour of Thuy Bieu eco-village, stopping at traditional craftsmen to learn about silk painting, incense making, and sesame candy making
- Visit a local family, learn about their culture, customs and daily life, and learn to cook three traditional meals with them
- Visit the UNESCO listed Imperial Citadel
- Continue onwards to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved religious monuments in Vietnam
Overnight hotel stay
Breakfast and lunch included
DAY 8: HUE - HO CHI MINH CITY
- Transfer to Ho Chi Minh airport
- Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and colonial quarters
- Explore the night market
Overnight hotel stay
Breakfast included
DAY 9: HO CHI MINH CITY
In the vibrant metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's bustling southern hub, dynamic street life, and French colonial architecture create an unforgettable urban experience.
- Enjoy free time to explore Ho Chi Minh City
Overnight hotel stay
Breakfast included
DAY 10: DEPARTURE
- Breakfast included
- Check out before Noon
- Private transfers to the airport
Overnight hotel stay
12 OR 15-NIGHT TOUR:
By choosing a 12 or 15-night tour, you'll extend your stay with 3 or 6 additional nights in Hoi An.
Overnight hotel stays
12-night itinerary (with 3-night extension in Hoi An)
Days 1 - 5 are identical to the 9-night tour.
DAY 6: HOI AN
- Transfer to Binh Minh and check in to hotel
- Rest of day at your leisure
Overnight stay at Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa
DAY 7 & 8: HOI AN
- Enjoy a free day at leisure or join one of our optional excursions, for example:
- The Culinary Experience at the Red Bridge Cooking School (available at an additional cost).
Overnight stay at Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa
Breakfast included
DAY 9: HOI AN - HUE
- Breakfast at the hotel and free morning to relax
- In the afternoon, you will be picked up at your hotel at 13:00 and driven to Hue (transfer without guide).
- En route to Hue, you will cross the Hai Van Pass, which offers a marvellous panoramic view of the central coast and Lang Co beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam.
- In Hue, you'll stop in the village of An Bang, a small fishing village that is also known as the 'City of Ghosts' or 'Land of the Dead' - renowned for its collection of magnificently built and ornate tombs.
- You will be amazed at the collection of magnificently built and ornate tombs for your ancestors and even for relatives who have not yet died.
- Arrive in Hue around 5PM and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in Senna Hotel 5*
Breakfast included
DAY 10: HUE - THUY BIEU VILLAGE - HUE
- Bicycle tour of Thuy Bieu eco-village, stopping at traditional craftsmen to learn about silk painting, incense making, and sesame candy making
- Visit a local family, learn about their culture, customs and daily life, and learn to cook three traditional meals with them
- Visit the UNESCO listed Imperial Citadel
- Continue onwards to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved religious monuments in Vietnam
Overnight stay in Senna Hotel 5*
Breakfast included
DAY 11: HUE - FLIGHT TO HO CHI MINH
- Transfer to Ho Chi Minh airport
- Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and colonial quarters
- Explore the night market
Overnight stay in Northern Charm 4*
Breakfast included
DAY 12: HO CHI MINH - FREE DAY
- Free time to explore the city on your own or take an optional excursion (at extra cost) to the Mekong Delta or the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Overnight stay in Northern Charm 4*
Breakfast included
DAY 13: HO CHI MINH - RETURN
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Enjoy free time until the unaccompanied transfer to the airport for your return flight.
*Please note: The order of activities may change without affecting the overall content of the tour.
15-night itinerary (with the 6-night stay in Hoi An)
Days 1 - 5 are identical to the 9-night tour
DAY 6: HOI AN
- Transfer to Binh Minh and in to hotel
- Rest of day at your leisure
Overnight stay at Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa
DAY 7 - 11: HOI AN
- Enjoy a free day at leisure or join one of our optional excursions, for example:
- The Culinary Experience at the Red Bridge Cooking School (available at an additional cost).
Overnight stay at Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa
Breakfast included
DAY 12: HOI AN - HUE
- Breakfast at the hotel and free morning to relax
- In the afternoon, you will be picked up at your hotel at 13:00 and driven to Hue (transfer without guide).
- En route to Hue, you will cross the Hai Van Pass, which offers a marvellous panoramic view of the central coast and Lang Co beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam.
- In Hue, you'll stop in the village of An Bang, a small fishing village that is also known as the 'City of Ghosts' or 'Land of the Dead' - renowned for its collection of magnificently built and ornate tombs.
- You will be amazed at the collection of magnificently built and ornate tombs for your ancestors and even for relatives who have not yet died.
- Arrive in Hue around 5PM and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in Senna Hotel 5*
Breakfast included
DAY 13: HUE - THUY BIEU VILLAGE - HUE
- Bicycle tour of Thuy Bieu eco-village, stopping at traditional craftsmen to learn about silk painting, incense making, and sesame candy making
- Visit a local family, learn about their culture, customs and daily life, and learn to cook three traditional meals with them
- Visit the UNESCO listed Imperial Citadel
- Continue onwards to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved religious monuments in Vietnam
Overnight stay in Senna Hotel 5*
Breakfast included
DAY 14: HUE - FLIGHT TO HO CHI MINH
- Transfer to Ho Chi Minh airport
- Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and colonial quarters
- Explore the night market
Overnight stay in Northern Charm 4*
Breakfast included
DAY 15: HO CHI MINH - FREE DAY
- Free time to explore the city on your own or take an optional excursion (at extra cost) to the Mekong Delta or the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Overnight stay in Northern Charm 4*
Breakfast included
DAY 16: HO CHI MINH - RETURN
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Enjoy free time until the unaccompanied transfer to the airport for your return flight.
*Please note: The order of activities may change without affecting the overall content of the tour.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
Throughout your tour, you’ll be accommodated in meticulously selected hotels, offering a perfect blend of comfort, quality, and charm:
Your hotels:
- Hanoi: The Q Hotel 4* (or similar)
- Ha Long Bay: Indochine Cruise 5* or La Regina Grand 5* (or similar)
- Hue: Senna Hotel 5* (or similar)
- Hoi An: The Saga 4* (or similar)
- Ho Chi Minh City: Silverland Jolie 4* (or similar)
- Hoi An (12 and 15-night tours only):Victoria Hoian 4* (or similar)
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Additional benefits:
- Complimentary afternoon tea per stay
- Complimentary use of steam bath, Jacuzzi and pool
- Free minibar in room upon arrival
Indochine Cruise 5*:
- 10% discount on spa services
- 10% on beverages
The Saga 4*:
- 20% discount on food & drinks
- 20% discount on spa services
- 20% discount on laundry service
Victoria Hoi An 4*
- One complimentary 30-minute massage per person (foot, neck or shoulder)
- 15% discount on food and drinks
- 20% discount on spa services
- 20% discount on laundry
Your dining choices
Throughout your tour, you will enjoy board as per the itinerary.
Included extras —
Complimentary 1GB of mobile data
Stay connected on your travels with this exclusive mobile internet offer. Activate your complimentary eSIM in just a few taps and explore your destination like a modern traveller - all while avoiding expensive roaming charges.
Optional extras and excursions —
Culinary experience at the Red Bridge cookery school (min 2 people)
Hoi An's diverse cultural influences combined with the incredible variety of local produce make this region a fascinating destination for food lovers. Today, enjoy a truly immersive culinary experience by taking part in a hands-on cooking class at Red Bridge Cookery School, one of Hoi An's must-visit restaurants.
Duration: 08.00-13.30
Included: Group transfer, market visit, English-speaking guide, cooking class, lunch (excluding drinks)
Discovery of the Cu Chi Tunnels & Cao Dai Temple (min 2 people)
Depart Ho Chi Minh City for an excursion to the famous Cu Chi tunnels, a testament to Vietnamese ingenuity during the war. Explore the vast underground networks, discover daily life in the tunnels and feel the vibrant history of that era. Then head to Tay Ninh to discover the fascinating architecture of a Cao Dai temple, symbol of a unique religion combining different beliefs. Attend the colourful and captivating service, offering an insight into this singular faith that fuses Eastern and Western spirituality.
Duration: 8h30 - 17h00
Includes: Private transfer, English-speaking guide, entrance fees, set menu lunch (excluding drinks), 2 bottles of water in the car during the transfer.
Discover the My Son sanctuary and the ancient town of Hoi An
Take a day out to visit the My Son sanctuary, the holy land of the Champa kingdom and a UNESCO World Heritage site, then head to Hoian for a tour of this charming, unspoilt town. If time allows, visit a local fish market and a village where the famous nuoc mam (fermented fish sauce) is produced.
In the morning, on arrival at the sanctuary, you will watch a traditional performance by Cham dancers to introduce you to their culture. You will visit a collection of ruined Hindu Cham temples and relics in the My Son valley with your guide before departing around midday.
In the afternoon, you'll set off to discover Hoi An on a walking tour around the town and its port. Following the narrow streets lined with houses of Chinese, Japanese, French and European architecture, you will pass by the city's many tourist sites: the 400-year-old Japanese Bridge, the Phuc Kien Meeting Hall, the local fish market, etc.
Around the city, you can visit art galleries and tailor shops, and why not have your clothes made to measure? This day will also be an opportunity to taste Vietnamese tea at the Reaching Out Tea House as well as a Vietnamese baguette, called Banh Mi Phuong.
Practical information:
Type of excursion: Private excursion
Guided: yes
Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German
Availability: daily
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: yes
Minimum age: 1 year. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: approx. 9 hours
Timetable: 8am - 5.30pm
Number of people: from 1 to 10
Transfers included: yes
Pick-up and drop-off point: at your hotel reception
The price includes:
- Transfers by private car
- Services of a guide
- Entrance fees to places visited
- Lunch from a set menu
- 2 bottles of water
- Refreshing towels during the car journey
- Tasting of 3 varieties of Vietnamese tea at the Reaching Out Tea House and "Bahn Mi Phuong" Vietnamese baguette
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in "Price includes".
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".
Please note: please bring suitable clothing for visiting a temple.
Discover the Hoi An countryside by boat and bicycle
Discover life in the countryside on the outskirts of Hoi An with a morning in the rice fields where you'll catch a glimpse of the daily activities of local farmers.
Explore the Mekong Delta (Ben Tre province – min 2 people)
Escape the urban excitement with an exclusive day exploring the vast rice paddies and colourful fruit farms at Ben Tre, the gateway to the Mekong Delta. Between a cruise on a traditional boat, meetings with the locals and a visit to a riverside market, this day will immerse you in the local life of this province
Please note: VPG reserves the right to cancel any booking that does not comply (or pay a supplement).
Your journey to Vietnam —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Vietnam
Vietnam is a country where tradition and modernity coexist in harmony. From the ancient temples in the north to the bustling cities of the south, it offers a rich tapestry of cultural and natural treasures. Hanoi, the historic capital, stands as a testament to the nation's layered past, while the dramatic landscapes of Ha Long Bay and the tranquil Mekong Delta provide an escape into nature’s splendour. The energy of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) contrasts beautifully with the serenity of rural life, making Vietnam an alluring destination for every traveller.
Must-sees:
- Ha Long Bay: A UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its towering limestone pillars rising from the emerald waters.
- Hoi An Ancient Town: A charming town where traditional wooden houses and ancient streets showcase Vietnam’s rich heritage.
- Mekong Delta: A network of rivers and canals that offer an intimate look at rural life, with vibrant floating markets and lush landscapes.
Culinary culture:
Vietnamese cuisine is a celebration of flavour, balance, and fresh ingredients. Renowned for its diverse street food culture, dishes like pho (noodle soup), banh mi (sandwiches), and fresh spring rolls highlight the nation's ability to blend herbs, spices, and textures seamlessly. Regional specialities, such as Hanoi's bun cha and Ho Chi Minh's com tam, offer a unique insight into the local way of life. Meals are often a communal affair, reflecting Vietnam's deeply ingrained culture of sharing and hospitality.
Dive deeper:
For those seeking a more profound connection with the country, explore lesser-known treasures such as the ancient temples of Ninh Binh or the quiet beauty of Sapa's terraced rice fields. Take part in a traditional cooking class to gain hands-on experience with local ingredients and techniques, or visit the quieter rural areas to witness traditional crafts and the slower pace of life. Exploring Vietnam beyond the main cities unveils its rich and diverse culture, offering a truly immersive experience.
Good to know:
Vietnam's currency is the dong (VND), and most places accept cash payments, though credit cards are commonly used in cities. The climate varies depending on the region, with the ideal travel times being between October and April, avoiding the summer heat and rain. For local transport, taxis and ride-hailing apps like Grab are reliable, and trains or buses connect the major cities. Be prepared for some traffic in larger cities, but the local transportation system is generally efficient.
