We Love —
- Discovering the unparalleled beauty of Ha Long Bay with an unforgettable overnight cruise included with our tour.
- Visiting the main attractions of Vietnam in the company of knowledgeable local guides.
- Choosing to complete our exciting trip with an extended stay at the seaside destination of Hoi An.
Customer reviews —
"During this trip, you will see the many facets of the country: lively cities, the mythical Halong Bay and the charm of the centre. The Mu Cang Chai region and the Tu Le valley will delight fans of rice terraces and mountains. Truly breathtaking landscapes await"
Your itinerary in brief —
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Vietnam, one of the most interesting countries in Southeast Asia, with this exciting tour. Embark on your adventure with a stay in the impressive capital, Hanoi, followed by an overnight cruise to the famous Ha Long Bay. Discover the must-see rice fields and enjoy the charms of the ancient city of Hoi An. Here you will have the option of extending your stay by spending a further 3 or 5 nights along the city's stunning coast. End your tour with a stay in the vibrant metropolis of Ho Chi Minh.
Our offers:
10-Night Tour
Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi - Nghia Lo - Tu Le Valley
Day 4: Tu Le Valley - Mu Cang Chai
Day 5: Tu Le Valley - Hanoi
Day 6: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
Day 7 : Ha Long Bay - Da Nang - Hoi An
Day 8: Hoi An
Day 9 : Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 11: Depart Ho Chi Minh
13-Night Tour
Day 1-8: See above
Day 9-11: Hoi An Beach Extension
Day 12: Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
Day 13: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 14: Depart Ho Chi Minh
15-Night Tour
Days 1-8: See above
Day 9-13: Hoi An Beach Extension
Day 14: Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 16: Depart Ho Chi Minh
Your itinerary in detail —
Day 1 - 3
Day 1: Hanoi
Arrive at Noi Bai airport in Hanoi where you will be met by a guide and private driver. Enjoy some free time to relax after a long journey. If time permits, visit the Old Quarter of Hanoi also known as "the 36 streets". Take a tour through the charming Hang Be Market and around beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake to get a glimpse of local life.
Meals included: welcome dinner.
Day 2: Hanoi
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby. The day begins with a visit to the complex dedicated to Ho Chi Minh.
In the afternoon, a walking tour takes you to the most well-known streets in the heart of the old quarter, crossing amazing dark and narrow alleys to witness local life. Stop to have a drink and taste a typical local dish if you wish. The walk ends at O Quan Chuong Gate, one of the 5 gates that once surrounded Thang Long Citadel, which remains a true "square gate".
Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Day 4 - 7
Day 4: Tu Le Valley - Mu Cang Chai
After breakfast, you will be picked up for the drive to Mu Cang Chai, considered an unusual paradise and one of the favourite destinations for all those who love nature and adventure, authentic beauty and far from mass tourism. Enjoy beautiful rice terraces with interesting hiking trails to the high mountain slopes dotted with villages of local ethnic groups and learn about the daily life of the locals. On the way back to your resort, visit a village and participate in the production of “young rice" with the villagers, if you visit during the young rice season around the end of September and the beginning of October.
Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Day 5: Tu Le Valley - Hanoi
In the morning, enjoy the swimming pool and the Onsen or take a bike ride through villages and rice fields to meet the locals and explore more of their life. Transfer to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7: Ha Long Bay - Da Nang - Hoi An
Have breakfast while enjoying the stunning view of the bay with a cup of tea or coffee. Visit Frog Pond, where you can freely kayak and explore or swim. Back at your cabin, relax and pack up before departure. Then, enjoy a light lunch on board. Finish your cruise at Tuan Chau Harbour.
Return to Hanoi by private car or shared luxury limousine, and continue to Noi Bai airport for the flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, your driver will pick you up and take you to your hotel in Hoi An.
Meals included: breakfast and light lunch.
Day 8 - 11
Day 8: Hoi An
This morning tour gives you a glimpse of country life on the outskirts of Hoi An Old Town. Amazing experiences start with a bike ride through picturesque villages, rice fields, and a graveyard, and you'll see water buffaloes and coconut gardens, and meet local villagers. Continue your bike ride to Cam Thanh village, and enjoy a basket boat ride on the river. Your lunch is served with a local family.
In the afternoon, you will discover Hoi An by hiking around the town and its marvellous port. Follow the narrow streets lined with houses with Chinese, Japanese, French and European architecture and visit the many tourist sites: the 400-year-old Japanese Bridge, the Phuc Kien Meeting Hall, the local fish market, and the many art galleries. Continue with a visit to a craftsman's house in the old quarters.
Meals included: breakfast and light lunch.
Day 9: Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
After breakfast, there's time to relax until the transfer to the airport for the flight to Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival in the capital, your driver and guide will pick you up and take you to the city centre. Visit the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post, fine examples of architecture from the French colonial period.
Meals included: breakfast.
Turn towards the Cai Son canal that winds through the coconut jungle, and visit a coconut processing workshop along the canal. Taste coconut candies and tropical fruits and listen to local music performed by villagers. Meet a family making sleeping mats and take a tuktuk ride on the shady paths, beside the rice fields and vegetable gardens. Return to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh.
Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh
Return to the airport, ready for your flight home.
Meals included: breakfast.
Beach Extension (13 or 15-night tours)
Day 9: Hoi An Beach Extension
After breakfast, transfer from your hotel in the city centre to Binh Minh Beach Resort. Binh Minh Beach is located about 13km from the ancient city of Hoi An and is close to Tam Ki town, Quang Nam. This wild and naturally beautiful beach is a quiet and peaceful place, separate from the more crowded destinations.
Meals included: breakfast.
Day 10 - 11 or 10 - 13: Hoi An Beach Extension
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your resort and plenty of free time to relax on your peaceful beach holiday.
Meals included: breakfast.
Upon conclusion of the beach extension, the itinerary will continue as below, with the same daily activities as the 10-night tour.
13-Night Tours
Day 12: Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
Day 13: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 14: Depart Ho Chi Minh
15-Night Tours
Day 14: Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 16: Depart Ho Chi Minh
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), depending on your choice between the 4* or 4/5* option:
4* Tour :
- Hanoi: The Q Hotel 4*
- Tu Le Valley: Le Champs Tu Le Resort 4*
- Ha Long: Paradise Sails Cruise 4*
- Hoi An: Delicacy Hoi An hotel
- Ho Chi Minh: The Odys Boutique Hotel 4*
- Hoi An Beach: Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Wellness 5* (for beach extension only)
4/5* Tour :
- Hanoi: Hotel du Parc 5*
- Tu Le Valley: Le Champs Tu Le Resort 4*
- Ha Long: Mon Cheri Cruise 5*
- Hoi An: La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa 5*
- Ho Chi Minh: Mai House Saigon 5*
- Hoi An Beach: Bliss Hoi An Beach Resort & Wellness 5* (for beach extension only)
It is possible to stay in a single room for an additional fee.
Your dining choices
This offer is based on board basis as per the itinerary.
Included excursions —
Local English-speaking guide for each stage of your tour
For a seamless holiday experience, benefit from the help of a local English-speaking guide at every stage of your tour.
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).
Important information about non-flight offers:
In order to organise your airport/hotel/airport transfers, please provide us with your flight schedule within 48 hours of your booking by filling in the dedicated form in your member account. Without this information, your transfers cannot be carried out.
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have 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.
Transfers:
Tour transport and inter-hotel transfers are included as per your itinerary.
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.
