We Love —
- Diving into the heart of Vietnam in Hanoi; with its bustling markets, historic landmarks, and vibrant street food scene.
- Basking in the tropical paradise of Nha Trang, where pristine beaches meet crystal-clear waters.
- Discovering the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay with its stunning limestone karsts and emerald waters.
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Your itinerary in brief —
Explore the beauty of Vietnam on an 11 night tour, where you can immerse yourself in the local culture, savour regional specialities, and enjoy an unforgettable experience. For added relaxation, extend your trip with an additional 3 or 5 night seaside holiday in Nha Trang.
Choose the length of your stay:
11 nights:
Day 1: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh - Nha Trang
Days 4 & 5: Nha Trang
Day 6: Nha Trang - Danang - Hoian
Days 7 & 8: Hoian
Day 9: Hoian - Danang - Hanoi
Day 10: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
Day 11: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
Day 12: Depart Hanoi
14 or 16 nights:
By selecting a 14 or 16 night tour, you will extend your stay in Nha Trang by 3 or 5 additional nights.
Your itinerary in detail —
11 nights:
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN HO CHI MINH
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is a vibrant metropolis in southern Vietnam renowned for its dynamic blend of historical charm and modern energy. The city pulses with life through its bustling street markets, contemporary skyscrapers, and a rich tapestry of colonial architecture.
- Arrive at Tan Son Nhat Airport
- Transfer to the hotel & check-in (at 2 pm)
- Overnight hotel stay
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH - MEKONG DELTA
- Breakfast included
- 2-hour drive to Ben Tre province in the Mekong Delta
- Private boat excursion in the Mekong Delta
- Cycle along the narrow village lanes*
- Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh
- Overnight hotel stay
*Please note: The distance covered by bicycle ranges from 3 to 4 kilometres, depending on the rider's physical ability and the specific route taken)
DAY 3: HO CHI MINH - NHA TRANG
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to the airport
- Domestic flight Ho Chi Minh - Nha Trang
- Transfer to the resort
- Overnight hotel stay
DAYS 4 & 5: NHA TRANG
- Breakfast included
- Free days to relax or explore at your own leisure
- Overnight hotel stays
DAY 6: NHA TRANG - DANANG - HOIAN
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to the airport
- Domestic flight Nha Trang - Danang*
- Private car transfer to Hoian
- Overnight hotel stay
*Please note: The flight from Nha Trang to Danang includes a stopover in Ho Chi Minh
DAYS 7 & 8: HOIAN
Hoi An is a charming, ancient town in central Vietnam known for its well-preserved heritage architecture and lantern-lit streets. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it features a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and French influences, evident in its traditional wooden houses, historic temples, and vibrant old town.
- Breakfast included
- Free days to explore or relax at your own leisure
- Overnight hotel stay
DAY 9: HOIAN - DANANG - HANOI
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to the airport
- Domestic flight Danang - Hanoi
- Visit the Temple of Literature in the afternoon
- Walk through the narrow streets of the old quarter
- Tasting of egg coffee
- Overnight hotel stay
DAY 10: HANOI - HA LONG BAY
Ha Long Bay, located in northern Vietnam, is celebrated for its breathtaking seascape of emerald waters and towering limestone karsts that rise dramatically from the Gulf of Tonkin. This UNESCO World Heritage site is dotted with picturesque islands, hidden caves, and floating fishing villages, offering stunning opportunities for boat cruises, kayaking, and exploring its natural wonders.
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
- Bus transfer Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
- Embarkation & start of the cruise*
- Overnight stay on board
*Please note: The itinerary may change based on weather conditions and boat availability.
DAY 11: HA LONG BAY - HANOI
- Breakfast & brunch included
- Admire the sunrise and practice Tai Chi in the morning
- Disembarkation around 10:30 - 11 am
- Bus transfer Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
- Overnight hotel stay
DAY 12: DEPART HANOI
- Breakfast included
- Check-out at noon
- Transfer to the airport
14 or 16 nights:
By selecting a 14 or 16 night tour, you will extend your stay in Nha Trang by 3 or 5 additional nights.
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable rooms in thoughtfully selected 4* and 5* or exclusively 5* hotels (depending on the offer chosen).
4* & 5* hotels:
- Hô Chi Minh City: Silverland Jolie 4* (or similar)
- Nha Trang: Ana Mandara Cam Ranh 5* (or similar)
- Hoian: Legacy Hoian 4* (or similar)
- Hanoi: The Q 4* (or similar)
- Ha Long: Le Regina Grand 5* (or similar)
5* hotels:
- Hô Chi Minh City: Mai House 5* (or similar)
- Nha Trang: Ana Mandara Cam Ranh 5* (or similar)
- Hoian: Little Oasis Hotel 5* (or similar)
- Hanoi: Pan Pacific 5* (or similar)
- Ha Long: Indochine Cruise 5* (or similar)
Hotels listed in the programme, if not available, accommodation in hotels of similar category.
Additional benefits:
Silverland Jolie 4*:
- Executive Room (or similar)
- 1 afternoon tea per stay
- Complimentary use of steam bath and jacuzzi pool
- Free minibar in the room on arrival day
Mai House 5* (or similar):
- Premier Room (or similar)
- 10% discount on food and drinks at hotel restaurant
- 10% discount on spa service
Ana Mandara Cam Ranh 5* (or similar):
- Deluxe Garden View Room (or similar)
- 15% off food and drinks (excluding alcohol)
- 15% off at the spa
- 15% off laundry
Extra benefits for a stay of 6 nights:
- One head or foot massage (30 minutes for 2 people per stay – excludes people under 16)
Extra benefits for a stay of 8 nights:
- One 60-minute spa treatment for 2 people per stay
- Canapes for 2 people (twice per stay)
Legacy Hoian 4*:
- Superior Room (or similar)
- 10% off food, drink & laundry services
- 15% off spa treatments
- Every 3 nights, enjoy a complimentary 30 minute foot massage (excludes people under 16)
Little Oasis Hotel 5*:
- Superior Room (or similar)
- Every 3 nights, enjoy a complimentary 30-minute foot massage (excludes people under 16)
- 15% discount on food and drinks
- 15% off spa treatments
Your dining choices
Throughout your tour, enjoy included breakfast, 2 lunches (drinks excluded), 1 dinner (drinks excluded) and 1 brunch.
Included extras —
eSIM with 1GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 1GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
Optional excursions & extras —
eSIM with 2GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 2GB, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
Nha Trang island tour
In the morning, set off for a relaxing boat ride to Tam Island where you can swim and snorkel! Next stop is Mun ('Ebony') Island, named after the black rock formations southeast of the island, where you can also snorkel in the crystal clear waters of this protected marine reserve. Underwater, observe coral and diverse marine life, including a wide variety of nudibranchs, shrimp, crabs and cowries.
Enjoy a light lunch on the boat as well as tea and coffee. You'll then return to the hotel mid-afternoon.
Nha Trang: Inside the rural way of life
As well as being known for its beautiful beaches, Nha Trang has a peaceful rural environment just waiting to be discovered. Together with a local guide, you'll head off in a private vehicle to a lesser-known, serene part of the countryside where life is simple and residents live in harmony with nature.
Visit a local market, where the colours, smells and tastes of fresh produce will awaken your senses. Here, your English-speaking guide will share tips on how to select the best ingredients. Then, head to the home of a local for a fun, personal cooking workshop.
Enjoy the dishes you made yourself in a relaxed, country atmosphere before returning to your hotel.
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.
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.
Your journey to Vietnam —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
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
Welcome to Vietnam, a captivating country that showcases a perfect blend of ancient traditions, natural wonders, and bustling cities, overflowing with history, culture and hospitality.
Hanoi, the vibrant capital city, embodies the nation's diverse history with its well-preserved French colonial architecture and ancient temples. Embark on a cruise through Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where towering limestone karsts rise from emerald waters. The peaceful Mekong Delta is a serene escape into a world of lush green fields, winding waterways, and floating markets.
Ho Chi Minh, formerly known as Saigon, boasts a buzzing blend of history and modernity. Skyscrapers stand side by side with ornate temples, and lively markets offer an abundance of sights, sounds, and flavours. Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an intricate network of underground passageways used during the Vietnam War, and gain insight into the country's tumultuous past.
World-famous street food is the true champion of Vietnam, with an incredibly diverse offering of sweet and spicy dishes, bursting with fantastic flavour and colour.