From Bustling Ho Chi Minh to Enchanting Hanoi 2-Week Tour

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, free day in Ho Chi Minh city 

Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu.

Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. 

Have lunch at local restaurant.

Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time.

Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs.

Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. 

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. 

Return to Ho Chi Minh city. End trip.

• Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19^th century. Then  boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. 
• Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. 
• Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop. 
• Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.
• In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. End trip.

Explore the Mekong Delta's charm: unforgettable experiences with friendly locals. 

• The Mekong Delta, a tapestry of waterways woven through fertile lands, beckons as the cultural heart of Southern Vietnam.  Here, floating markets brim with life, and ancient traditions are warmly shared.
• Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Ho Chi Minh City. Upon reaching the Delta, a unique experience awaits. Delve into the secrets of regional specialties at local workshops. Learn how to craft coconut candy, fluffy popcorn, delicate rice paper, and even traditional brooms or sticky rice cakes.
• But the true magic lies in the warmth of the Delta's people. Their genuine smiles and friendly waves radiate a hospitality that will touch your heart. Locals are always willing to lend a helping hand, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Free day in Da Nang 

Cycle from Hoi An to Tra Que Herb Village Van lang fisherman village and The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (Da Nang area)

• Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interested are suitable for everybody.
• About 2.30 pm: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.
• Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
• You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
• Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
• Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
• Dinner with Hoi An specialty food.
• 6.00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best lucks to you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.
• 6.30: Come back hotel 

• 07:30 am – 08:00 am: Our Minivan and a tour guide pick you up at your hotel lobby, enjoy a ride to Ba Na Hills via Cable Car
• Spend your time in the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, visit Dream Stream Cable car Station and admire the breath-taking view of Da Nang coastal city.
• After finishing the first cable car, you will visit The Golden Bridge – which has the most exotic structure and also the world’s most prominent pedestrian bridges highlighted by the British Guard newspaper, Le Jardin D’amourn (consists of 9 gardens), Linh Ung pagoda.
• Sit on the 2nd Cable Car to visit the French Village where you could enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s statue, Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Watch Carnival Performance Show, Square Du Dome …Challenge the most popular adventure ride – Slide of Tube Car (free ride)…
• Have lunch at restaurant (Buffet).
• Take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to many new attractions for check-in such as Helios waterfall, Time Gate, and The Moon Kingdom …Join in Fantasy Park by walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watching 3D mega 360 degrees, riding on journey into the underground, entering Jurassic Park, challenging Freefall Tower and participating in an adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.
• 3:00 pm: Return to the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills
• 4:45 – 5:45 pm: Our Minivan brings you back to your hotel. Tour ends.

You can enjoy your free time today. Spend your day on a trip maneuvering around the ancient towns, go shopping, admiring the ancient architecture or relax at the beach. You will stay here overnight

Don't miss the chance to walk on the iconic Golden Bridge, where you'll be greeted by stunning vistas of Da Nan:

This mountaintop paradise, perched 1,500 meters high, offers a refreshing escape. Soar above the clouds on the world's longest single-wire cable car system, taking in breathtaking panoramic views.

Atop Ba Na Hills, a treasure trove of experiences awaits. Marvel at the architectural wonder of the Linh Ung Pagoda and capture unforgettable moments on the Golden Bridge, its unique design seemingly held aloft by giant hands.

Feeling adventurous? Unleash your inner child at Fantasy Park, Vietnam's third-largest indoor entertainment zone. Explore hidden gems like the Debay Ancient Wine Cellar and unwind in the enchanting Le Jardin D'Amour flower garden.

Ba Na Hills promises a day filled with wonder, relaxation, and adventure – an experience well worth cherishing.

07:00 – 7:30 am: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An

08.00 – 08.30 am: Picking up at Da Nang city and leaving for Hue city

On the way, we will stop to visit some beautiful attraction such as: Hai Van pass – is an approximately 21km long mountain pass on National Route 1A in Vietnam. It is the natural border of Thua Thien Hue Province and Da Nang City, one of the most scenic hillside roads in Vietnam.

And sightseeing Lap An Lagoon - Lang Co beach – With more than 10km long white sand beach and blue sea water, Lang Co beach is an ideal place for relaxing, swimming and taking photos.

10:45 am: You will visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, the tomb had elements of Eastern art mixed with Western designs.

12:00 pm: Having a nice lunch with Hue cuisine and rest at beautiful restaurant

1:00 pm: You will continue visiting Hue imperial city – the palace of 13 Nguyen Kings with Ngo Mon Gate, Library, Thai Hoa Palace, Nine Dynastic Urns, etc.

3:00 pm: Visiting Thien Mu pagoda associated with culture and history of Hue.

3:45 pm: Come back hotel

• Morning: Savor breakfast at your Hue hotel, then enjoy some free time to explore or relax.
• Afternoon: We'll transfer you to Phu Bai Airport for your Hanoi flight (2 hrs before departure). Upon arrival in Hanoi, transfer to your downtown hotel.
• Overnight in Hanoi.

• 8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City 
• 08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake 
• It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
• 09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of  Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world
• Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
•  Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area
• 11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam
• Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays
• 12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine 
• with 8 delicious dishes.
• 14.00-14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century 
• 15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton
• 16.15 -16.30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel

• Unwind and explore: After breakfast at your hotel, our friendly guide and driver will meet you for a scenic 2.5-hour journey to Ninh Binh Province. Breathe in the fresh air and verdant landscapes as you journey towards this historic region.
• Step Back in Time: Immerse yourself in Vietnam's rich history at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital dating back to the 10th and 11th centuries. Explore the Dinh-Le Sanctuary, a testament to the Dinh, Early Le, and Ly dynasties. Stand in awe before the statues of past emperors, silent guardians of a glorious past.
• Savor Local Delights: After your historical exploration, replenish your energy with a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Savor the unique flavors of Ninh Binh cuisine, a delightful prelude to your afternoon adventure.
• Embrace Tranquility: The afternoon unfolds with a serene boat journey through the breathtaking Trang An Eco-Tourism area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Glide along emerald waters aboard a traditional rowing boat, a gentle rhythm guiding you through this mystical landscape.
• Unveiling Natural Wonders: Trang An boasts a staggering diversity of flora and fauna. Over 600 plant species and 200 fauna varieties, some even listed in the Red Book of Vietnam, thrive within this ecological haven. Navigate through a network of 31 valleys and 48 water caves, each offering a glimpse into a hidden world. Breathe in the fresh air and marvel at the crystal-clear waters adorned with vibrant underwater vegetation.
• Lasting Memories: As the day draws to a close, embark on a comfortable drive back to Hanoi, arriving at your hotel around 5:30-6:00 PM. Reflect on your unforgettable journey through Ninh Binh's captivating landscapes and rich history. This day trip adventure offers a taste of Vietnam's natural and cultural wonders, leaving you with memories to cherish.

Trang An - Ninh Binh, beautiful treasure of Northern Viet Nam

• Escape to Tranquility: Nestled in Ninh Binh Province (2.5 hours from Hanoi), Trang An (a UNESCO Site) beckons with its stunning blend of nature and culture.
• Glide Through Paradise: Board a local-rowed boat and navigate emerald waters. Breathe in fresh air, marvel at limestone mountains, and witness crystal-clear water teeming with underwater life.
• Explore & Relax:  Journey through hidden caves and discover serene pagodas nestled amidst the cliffs. Relax, soak in the beauty, or try your hand at paddling – it's up to you!
• Unforgettable Memories: Create lasting memories on your Vietnamese holiday. Trang An awaits with its tranquil beauty, offering a welcome escape.

• This morning, your driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi. Prepare for a scenic journey of approximately 3.5 hours to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site renowned for its breathtaking limestone formations rising dramatically from the emerald waters.
• Upon arrival at Ha Long Bay, you'll embark on your chosen cruise and be warmly welcomed with a refreshing drink while receiving a briefing about your itinerary.
• As the ship sails further into the bay, a sumptuous lunch will be served on board. Take this opportunity to relax and admire the awe-inspiring scenery through the large windows or on the sundeck.
• In the afternoon, you'll have the chance to cool off with a swim in the calm and warm waters of the bay. Alternatively, you can embark on a kayaking adventure, exploring the hidden coves and caves at your own pace.
• Our experienced guide will provide basic paddling instructions before leading you on a journey to discover the extraordinary beauty of Ha Long Bay up close. After exploring for an hour, you'll return to the cruise for relaxation before attending a fun and informative cooking class in the late afternoon.
• Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine by participating in a hands-on cooking class onboard the cruise. Under the guidance of the ship's chef, you'll gain insights into the fresh ingredients, flavorful spices, and traditional cooking techniques used in Vietnamese dishes.
• As the sun begins to set, casting a golden glow over the bay, enjoy a delectable dinner prepared by the ship's talented chefs. Savor the delicious flavors you may have learned to create in the cooking class earlier and admire the breathtaking views from the dining area.
• After dinner, spend the night comfortably on board the cruise, lulled by the gentle rocking of the waves and the serene beauty of Ha Long Bay.

Enjoy last moments on the bay, Transfer back to Hanoi

• Catch an early morning cruise on Halong Bay.
• Start your day with Tai Chi on the sundeck (optional).
• Relax and admire the stunning scenery of the bay.
• After breakfast, explore Sung Sot Cave.
• Cruise past a charming fishing village.
• Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch onboard.
• Disembark at noon and return to Hanoi.
• Check in to your Old Quarter hotel (around 4:30 PM).
• Free time to relax in the evening. Overnight in Hanoi.

Free time at your leisure until we pick you to the airport for your flight back home.

With the sincere thanks for your travel to Vietnam hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam trip and look forward to see you again!