Vietnam Uncovered: 11-Day Journey

Summary

Day 1 - Arrival in Hanoi


Destination: Hanoi
Inclusions: N/A

Day 2 - Hanoi Full Day City Tour & Water Puppet Show


Destination: Hanoi City
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 - Hanoi to Ninh Binh (Tam Coc)


Destination: Ninh Binh
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 - Hanoi to Halong Bay


Destination: Halong Bay
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Halong Bay to Hoi An


Destination: Hoi An
Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 6 - Hoi An Exploration


Destination: Hoi An
Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 7 - Hoi An to Hue


Destination: Hue City
Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 8 - Hue Full Day Tour


Destination: Hue City
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9 - Hue to Ho Chi Minh City


Destination: Ho Chi Minh City
Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta


Destination: Mekong Delta
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 11 - Departure from Ho Chi Minh City


Destination:
Inclusions: Breakfast

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

  • From Noi Bai Airport to hotel (35 km; 45 mins).
  • Leisure time to explore Hanoi, a city of contrasts.
  • Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi Full Day City Tour & Water Puppet Show

  • Morning: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Temple of Literature.
  • Museum Options: Vietnam Women’s Museum or Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Old Quarter.
  • Evening: Enjoy a water puppet show.
    Overnight in Hanoi.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 3: Hanoi to Ninh Binh (Tam Coc)

  • Drive to Ninh Binh (110 km; 2 hrs).
  • Sampan boat trip through rice fields and caves, followed by a bike ride to Bich Dong Pagoda.
  • Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 4: Hanoi to Halong Bay

  • From Hanoi to Halong (160 km; 2.5 hrs).
  • Board a boat for a cruise, enjoy lunch, and explore the bay’s stunning landscapes.
    Overnight on Halong Bay.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Day 5: Halong Bay to Hoi An

  • Disembark and drive to Noi Bai Airport (160 km; 3 hrs) for a flight to Danang.
  • Transfer: From Danang to Hoi An (30 km; 1 hr).
  • Activities: Leisure time in Hoi An.
    Overnight in Hoi An.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 6: Hoi An Exploration

  • Morning: Half-day tour of Hoi An’s ancient town, including the Japanese Bridge and local healing arts.
  • Afternoon: Leisure time.
    Overnight in Hoi An.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 7: Hoi An to Hue

  • Transfer: Drive to Hue (150 km; 3 hrs) via Hai Van Pass for scenic views.
  • Activities: Leisure time upon arrival in Hue.
    Overnight in Hue.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 8: Hue Full Day Tour

  • Morning: Visit the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda.
  • Afternoon Options: Visit tombs of emperors Minh Mang or Tu Duc, and explore An Dinh Palace.
  • Return to hotel or next destination.
    Overnight in Hue.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 9: Hue to Ho Chi Minh City

  • Transfer: Fly from Hue to Ho Chi Minh City (30 mins).
  • Afternoon Activities:
    • Walking tour of the historic city center: City Hall, Dong Khoi Street, Continental Hotel, Saigon Opera House.
    • Visit a creative hub with local shops and cafes.
    • Stop by the Central Post Office and view the former CIA building.
    • Explore 30 April Park and the Reunification Palace.
    • Finish at Ben Thanh Market for local shopping.
  • Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta

  • Transfer: Drive to Ben Tre (100 km; 2.5 hrs).
  • Activities:
    • Board a local boat to explore the Delta.
    • Visit a brick kiln and a coconut workshop.
    • Experience coconut candy making and enjoy local fruits.
    • Optional bike ride or motor-tricycle ride through the area.
    • Lunch at a riverside restaurant featuring Mekong specialties.
    • Sampan boat trip through small canals.
  • Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.
    Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Day 11: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City

  • Activities: Leisure time until transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your onward flight.
    Inclusions: ☕ Breakfast

Included

Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast

Tour guide: English speaking guide during the tour

Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

All transportation stated in the itinerary

All sightseeing tickets

Water and tissues on coach

Excluded

Hotel early check-in (before 2pm) & hotel late check-out (after 12pm)

Beverage

Travel insurance

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities

Vietnam visa stamping fee.

Others not mentioned above

Surcharge for Lunar New Year (Tet), Independence Day, Liberation Day, Christmas and Peak season …