Day 1: Ho Chi Minh arrival (D)
Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, our tour guide and driver will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Please note that the standard check-in time is 14:00, and early check-in is not included.

Night in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh city – Cu Chi tunnels (B, L)

Morning (07:30)
Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel. Depart from Ho Chi Minh City for a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels (approximately 50 km away).
Cu Chi Tunnels are one of the most famous historical relics of Vietnam’s national liberation war. This vast underground network stretches over 200 km, interlinked like a cobweb. During the visit, you will explore different sections of the tunnels, including kitchens, food and ammunition storage areas, medical rooms, meeting halls, and command centers.
Guests can experience crawling through selected tunnel sections of 15 m, 30 m, 60 m, or 100 m, depending on individual health and comfort. At the end of the visit, you will have a chance to taste boiled cassava (Khoai Mi), the main food of the Viet Cong during the war.
After the visit, return to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch.

Afternoon
Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1883 by the French, with most construction materials imported from Marseille, France. Nearby, explore the Central Post Office, constructed between 1886 and 1891 and designed by Gustave Eiffel.
Continue to the Reunification Palace, originally built in 1868 as Norodom Palace and inaugurated in 1873. The palace was heavily damaged during the war and became a powerful symbol of Vietnam’s reunification when tanks of the liberation army entered it on April 30, 1975. Today, it stands as a historical landmark reflecting key moments of modern Vietnamese history.
The tour concludes with a visit to the War Remnants Museum, which provides insight into the Vietnam War through photographs, documents, and a collection of military equipment.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre - Can Tho (B, L)

Pick-up and drop-off at Ben Tre Pier in town or Chet Say Pier (approximately 5 km from the city center). Begin a boat trip along the Ben Tre River, one of the tributaries of the Mekong River, cruising past mangrove trees lining the waterways. Observe the lively activities of the riverside town, including local markets on land and bustling traffic on the river with fishing boats and coconut cargo boats.

Continue to Nhon Thanh Village to explore the peaceful countryside and visit local handicraft workshops. Stop at a traditional brick kiln to learn how bricks are handmade using age-old techniques. Cruise along Cai Son Canal, winding through dense coconut groves, and visit a coconut workshop to see the various stages of coconut processing, from husking to hand peeling.

Travel by small boat through narrow canals to a coconut candy workshop, where you can watch the candy being made by hand, taste freshly made sweets, enjoy tropical fruits, and listen to traditional local music. Continue by boat, then take a short walk to visit a farmer’s house where traditional sleeping mats are produced.

Hop on a tuk-tuk ride through lush coconut plantations, immersing yourself in the tranquil countryside. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, relax on a peaceful rowing boat ride along shaded palm-lined canals.

Return to the pier, then transfer to Can Tho.

Overnight in Can Tho.

Day 4: Can Tho - Da Nang – Hoi An (B, L) by flight

Early in the morning, our tour guide will meet you at your hotel. Transfer by boat to visit the Cai Rang Floating Market (approximately 50 minutes away), where you can observe local traders selling tropical fruits directly from their boats, with products displayed on bamboo poles. Experience the lively atmosphere of one of the largest floating markets in the Mekong Delta.

Continue with a visit to a local rice noodle factory to learn about the traditional production process. After the visit, bid farewell to Can Tho and transfer to Can Tho Airport for your flight to Da Nang.

Upon arrival in Da Nang, you will be met by our driver and tour guide and transferred to Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 5: Hoi An old town – Lantern village (B,L)

In the morning, explore the charming Old Town of Hoi An. Accompanied by your tour guide, visit iconic landmarks such as the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky Old House, and the Chinese Assembly Halls, where you can admire their unique architectural styles and learn about the history and cultural significance of each site.

Continue with a visit to a local craftsman’s home, where you will be introduced to the history, shapes, and colors of traditional Hoi An lanterns, as well as the various stages of lantern-making. You will have the opportunity to create your own lantern and keep it as a meaningful souvenir. The lantern-making experience lasts approximately 1–1.5 hours.

Return to your hotel afterward.
Free time and overnight in Hoi An.

Day 6: Hoi An – Hue (B, L)

After breakfast, depart for Hue. En route, stop in Da Nang to explore the Marble Mountains, a natural masterpiece of the region. Challenge yourself by climbing more than 120 steps to reach Thuy Son (Water Mountain), where you can admire caves, pagodas, and panoramic views.

Continue with a visit to the Cham Sculpture Museum, home to an impressive collection of sandstone sculptures depicting Hindu deities from the ancient Champa Kingdom. In this fascinating museum, your tour guide will share stories about the history, culture, religion, and architectural heritage of the Cham people.

Afterward, drive towards Hue, stopping along the way at Lang Co Beach and the scenic Hai Van Pass, known as the “Pass of the Ocean and Clouds,” for photo opportunities.

Arrive in Hue in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Hue.

Day 7: Hue city – Hanoi (B, L) by flight

In the morning, enjoy a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda aboard a traditional dragon boat. Cruise along the Perfume River for approximately 30 minutes before disembarking to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most iconic pagoda in Hue.

Continue to Minh Mang Tomb, regarded as the most majestic of the Nguyen Dynasty royal tombs. The complex consists of around 40 architectural structures, including palaces, temples, and pavilions, beautifully blending man-made design with the surrounding natural landscape.

In the afternoon, visit Khai Dinh Tomb, followed by the Imperial Citadel, the former seat of the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802 to 1945. Explore its key landmarks such as the Flag Tower, Noon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace, and the Forbidden Purple City.

The tour concludes with free time for shopping at Dong Ba Market, the largest and most significant market in Thua Thien Hue Province and the surrounding regions.

Afterward, transfer to Hue Airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 8: Hanoi city tour (B, L)

Morning
08:00 AM: Pick up at your hotel to start the Hanoi city tour.

• Visit Trấn Quốc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, located on the picturesque West Lake. Admire its serene atmosphere, beautiful architecture, and scenic surroundings.
• Stop at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a monumental site dedicated to Vietnam’s national hero. Learn about his life and legacy (note: outside visit only).
• Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, originally built to honor Confucius. This historic site reflects Hanoi’s long tradition of education and culture.
• Experience Train Street Coffee, a unique spot where trains pass inches from local houses. Enjoy a coffee at one of the cafes right beside the tracks.

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant, savoring traditional Hanoi cuisine.

Afternoon

• Visit Ngọc Sơn Temple on a small island in Hoàn Kiếm Lake, dedicated to General Trần Hưng Đạo, and enjoy a stroll around the lake, the heart of Hanoi.
• Explore the Hanoi Old Quarter, a vibrant maze of narrow streets filled with markets, local crafts, and street food, capturing the charm of the city’s historic trading hub.
• Conclude the tour with a cup of traditional Vietnamese egg coffee at a famous local café—a creamy and sweet specialty not to be missed.

05:30 PM: Drop off at your hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 9: Hanoi – Halong bay (B,L,D) Overnight on cruise

Morning
Depart Hanoi and journey through lush, green farmlands to Halong Bay. Board a traditional wooden junk boat for an overnight cruise on this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During the cruise, explore Surprise Cave and, time permitting, enjoy a refreshing swim or a short hike on Titov Island. A variety of optional activities are available locally, including cooking classes, kayaking, and spa treatments.

Overnight on board the cruise.

Day 10: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B, Brunch)

Morning
Start your day with a relaxing Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by breakfast on board. Then, explore the Dark and Bright Caves. Enjoy a delicious brunch as the boat cruises through Halong Bay’s stunning limestone landscapes.

After disembarking, return to Hanoi and check in at your hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 11: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi

Morning
Have breakfast at your hotel before departing Hanoi. The journey to Ninh Binh takes approximately 2 hours by car via National Road No.1. Upon arrival, visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, where you will learn about Vietnam’s over a thousand-year-long struggle for independence. Explore the temples of King Dinh and King Le, set in a semi-mountainous area that transitions between mountains and plains, surrounded by caves and beautiful landscapes.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon
Continue to Tam Coc, often called the "Second Best Cave of the Southern Sky." This area features three main caves—Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba—shaped over millions of years. Take a relaxing boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, surrounded by lush rice fields and dramatic limestone karsts, a scenery often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land.” The breathtaking landscapes offer a fairy-tale-like experience that is popular with both domestic and international visitors.

Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 12: Hanoi - Departure (B)

Morning
Free at leisure until departure. At the designated time, transfer to the airport for your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope to see you again soon!