Luxurious Vietnam Exploration Package 11 days

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport, our guide and driver will pick you up with a warm smile and drive to the city center for check-in at the hotel to relax for the next day's expedition.

NOTE: As usual, the check-in time is 14:00; please book with your travel consultant for early check-in with an additional charge. 

The rest of the time is yours; if you are interested more about Ho Chi Minh by night, there are some options you may refer to:

Morning

Have breakfast in a rare quiet space in Ho Chi Minh at your hotel.

Our driver and guide will pick you up to start the Mekong Delta discovery. Arrival at Cai Be jetty for boarding, and staff welcomes with cold tower and refreshing drinks. After the briefing, the deluxe sampan starts sailing through the fantastic landscape of the Mekong Delta.

Lost in peaceful Tan Phong Islet on short cycling, where you escape from the smell of traffic or smoke, just only the fragrant aroma of fruits and fresh nature. Especially try the specialty of the islet, the red, spicy rambutan with its sweetness. 

Continue along the stream, take a break at the stop, and visit local cottage industries; watch out locals make everything in rice paper and rice cakes, roof panels from water coconut fronds, and homewares from water hyacinths. 

Back to Cai Be Princess via rowing sampan through a narrow canal, we reach Phu An village and taste lunch at Le Longanier Restaurant among a lush tropical garden by the river surrounded by fruit trees.

Afternoon

Around 14:30, go along the canal towards Ba Bon Bridge, where our transfer will wait to drive you back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Arrive at your hotel to relax after a busy day. 

NOTE: The tour schedule may have changes, please contact our sales consultants for the updated program.

Morning

Enjoy the last breakfast at Ho Chi Minh Hotel and your leisure time before transferring to Tan Son Nhat Airport for the flight to Da Nang.

Arriving at Da Nang International Airport, a transfer awaits and takes you to your deluxe hotel in Hoi An. Then you have free time for the rest of the day; here are some recommended options to learn more about this charming town.

Morning/Afternoon

Breakfast in the peaceful old town of Hoi An is a pure start to the trip right after.

NOTE: You can choose to start the tour in the morning (from 08:30) or in the afternoon (from 14:30) 

Cycling from your stay through winding roads and green fields in the central countryside of Vietnam. Arrival at Tra Que organic farm to join gardening activities to learn farming skills you may not know before.

Then, visit a local house and discover how locals traditionally make white rice and rice pancakes yourself in a cooking class with a local host.

A lunch with specialties of the village will satisfy your taste, and back to Hoi An ancient town after an effective farming day.

During the day, you can explore the town or join our optional activity. We recommend some ways to explore the beauty of Hoi An. You can choose one of the below options

Morning

Savor the last breakfast in serenity Hoi An and transfer to Da Nang Airport to fly to Hanoi. You will be warmly welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Afternoon

This afternoon is for you to take a rest after a long flight.

After an entire rest, tonight we have a chance to try famous street food in the hustle and bustle of Hanoi. Hope you enjoy this vibrant atmosphere and feel appetized.

Morning

After a full breakfast at the hotel, today is a unique exploration of Hanoi by Jeep. You can choose the timetable that suits you: 

• Morning Tour: 08:00 - 12:30 (Lunch included at the end)
• Afternoon Tour: 12:30 - 17:00 (Lunch included at the beginning)
• Sunset & Night Tour: 17:00 - 21:30 (Dinner included at the end)

NOTE: The group tour size is between 1 and 6 people.

Pick up at your hotel and meet our guide and driver for a safety briefing. The Jeep takes you through the backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, and random markets where you can watch the city's lesser-known parts lively. 

Our first stop is the majestic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a monumental achievement that exemplifies the devotion of the Vietnamese people to their beloved president. 

After that, we move to visit 10-century-old Taoist and Buddhist temples such as Tran Vu and the Temple of Literature. Then, take the opportunity to immerse yourself in Hoan Kiem Lake's natural beauty and fresh atmosphere and the Hanoi Opera House.

Continuing our journey to discover the historic Long Bien bridge erected by the French colonial administration in the early 20th century. 

Moving on, go to the peaceful out-skirt villages around West Lake and Truc Bach Lake to learn about the contrast between city life and suburbs in Vietnam.

End by savoring various tasty dishes of Hanoi at authentic restaurants and food stalls.

NOTE: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is viewed from outside; closed on Mon and Fri and from Jun to Aug.

Morning

Ready your energy for a full day of sightseeing at the majestic Ninh Binh, famous for a complex of the ancient capital and other verdant landscapes just 2 hours from Hanoi. 

Arrive at Tam Coc for a rowed boat trip through the lush Ngo Dong River and float your soul in the fresh air. Bamboo boat paddle deep within three big caves to view limestone karst formations, followed by a meandering excursion via rice fields and temples en route to and from the caves. 

Try the specialties of Ninh Binh for lunch in a local restaurant.

Afternoon

Coming to the ancient capital of Vietnam, Hoa Lu, existed for a thousand years ago. Here, you can incense and pray at the Temple of King Dinh and King Le after crossing the bridge in the direction of the temple. 

Return to Hanoi on a luxury bus that drops you off at your hotel around 20:00 to rest after a long time, collecting attractive photos in a travel album. 

Morning 

Complete your energy before beginning the Halong Bay Natural Heritage discovery. 

08:00 - 08:30: A luxurious limousine will pick you up at your hotel and get to Halong Bay around 2,5 hours. Upon arrival, the waiting lounge will be greeted by the cruise crew and process check-in. 

Transfer to a lush cruise by speedboat/tender, then listen to the safety briefing while relishing a cup of a cool drink.

Check in your cabin, and you will have a short rest and tasty lunch before activities to explore stunning Halong Bay starts. 

Afternoon

Depending on different itineraries, you will climb or paddle into mysterious and gorgeous caves, do challenging kayaking, and visit the floating market. 

Back to the cruise and practice your cooking skills in the chef’s cooking class and Happy Hour around 17:00 - 17:30 “Buy one get one” makes your sunset moments admiration perfect.

Evening

Savor fine-dining dinner in a deluxe restaurant space

Then some nightlife activities will be held for those who stay up late, like squid fishing, movie watching, board games, or night bars.

NOTE: The specific schedule depends on each cruise.

Morning

Recharge your body and mind among fresh air in Tai Chi Class, or simply capture all the clearest scenery of the morning on the bay in sight through your cabin.

A light breakfast is ready at 07:00 before you continue discovering by kayaking, caving, or swimming in crystal clear waters.

Return to the cruise around 10:00 to check out and delight in the last tasty meal while the cruise sails back to the port. Around noon, arrive at the pier.

The captain and cruise crew say thank you and goodbye for joining in the ship journey. Our shuttle bus is waiting for you and will go back to Hanoi.  

Afternoon

Around 15:00 - 15:30, reach the hotel in Hanoi and have a massage package that will refresh you after a long trip. 

Morning

After flavoring your last breakfast, please process check out and feel free then our driver will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight. 

This is the end of your luxury trip to explore Vietnam. Hope to serve you again!