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.
Discover the main places of interest in Vietnam from North to South, try out some tasty Vietnamese cuisine and learn how to cook three dishes you can prepare for friends and family when you get back.
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 —
Day 1: Arrival In Hanoi
- Meet your guide at Noi Bai Airport
- Transfer to your hotel
Overnight stay at The Q Hotel 4*
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 stay at The Q Hotel 4*
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 at Legacy Hoi An 4*
Breakfast included
Day 5: Hoi An
- Enjoy free time to explore Hoi An
Overnight stay at Legacy Hoi An 4*
Breakfast included
DAY 6: HOI AN - HUE
- Transfer from Hoi An to Hue through Hai Van Pass
- Visit to An Bang village
Overnight stay at Senna Hotel 5*
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 stay at Senna Hotel 4*
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 stay at Silverland Jolie 4*
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 stay at Silverland Jolie 4*
Breakfast included
DAY 10: DEPARTURE
- Breakfast included
- Check out before Noon
- Private transfers to the airport
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.
Stay at Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa 4*
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 stay in Standard Rooms in the following hotels (or similar):
Your hotels:
- Hanoi: The Q Hotel 4*
- Ha Long: Indochine Cruise 5*
- Hue: Senna Hotel 5*
- Hoi An: Legacy Hoi An 4*
- Ho Chi Minh City: Silverland Jolie 4*
- Hoi An (extension): Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa 4*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
Throughout your tour, you will enjoy board as per the itinerary.
Included excursions —
English-speaking guide
Make the most of your trip with an English-speaking guide who brings the country's rich history, culture, and hidden gems to life.
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 in just a few clicks before departure, and travel with complete peace of mind.
Please note: ensure your phone is compatible with eSIM cards to enjoy this service during your trip.
Optional excursions —
eSIM with 2GB internet
Culinary experience at the Red Bridge cookery school - lunch included
Discover the Cu Chi tunnels & Cao Dai temple
Depart Ho Chi Minh City for a full-day tour exploring the historic Cu Chi tunnels, an extensive underground network used during wartime, followed by a visit to Tay Ninh to admire the unique Cao Dai temple and observe its colourful midday service, before returning to the city.
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.
Mekong Delta (Ben Tre province)
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.
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.
