HANOI - HA LONG BAY - SAPA - HUE - DA NANG - HOI AN - HO CHI MINH CITY - CU CHI TUNNELS 13 DAYS 12 NIGHTS

DAY 1 | HANOI

Morning

Arrive in Hanoi. A private vehicle and tour guide will meet you at Noi Bai International Airport and transfer you to the city centre.

After checking in at the hotel, begin exploring the capital around Ba Dinh Square, an area closely associated with important milestones in Vietnamese history.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant serving Hanoi specialities.

Afternoon

Continue to the Temple of Literature, a historic architectural complex associated with Vietnam’s educational and scholarly traditions.

Then visit Hoan Kiem Lake and explore the surrounding central area, experiencing Hanoi’s elegant urban atmosphere.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant. Spend the evening exploring Hanoi’s Old Quarter, sampling local cuisine or relaxing at the hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

 

DAY 2 | HANOI – HA LONG BAY

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. A private vehicle will transfer you from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay.

Upon arrival at the harbour, complete the boarding procedures for a premium cruise.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch on board as the cruise begins navigating among Ha Long Bay’s distinctive limestone islands.

Afternoon

Take part in activities according to the cruise itinerary, which may include cave visits, kayaking or small-boat excursions, depending on the selected cruise route.

Relax, admire the scenery and enjoy the natural surroundings of the bay.

Evening

Enjoy dinner on board. Spend the evening relaxing, admiring the views or joining the entertainment activities organised on the cruise.

Overnight on board the cruise in Ha Long Bay.

 

DAY 3 | HA LONG BAY – HANOI – SAPA

Morning

Admire the sunrise over the bay, enjoy breakfast and savour the peaceful atmosphere of Ha Long Bay.

The cruise then returns to the harbour, where you will complete the disembarkation procedures.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch and travel back to Hanoi according to the confirmed transport arrangements.

Afternoon

Continue the journey to Sapa. Along the way, observe the changing scenery as the route moves from the lowlands towards the mountains of northern Vietnam.

Upon arrival in Sapa, check in at the hotel and relax.

Evening

Enjoy free time to explore central Sapa, including the square, Stone Church and characteristic local streets.

Overnight in Sapa.

 

DAY 4 | SAPA – EXPLORING THE MOUNTAINS OF NORTHWEST VIETNAM

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Choose one of Sapa’s outstanding experiences, such as Fansipan, Cat Cat Village or Muong Hoa Valley, depending on weather conditions and the confirmed itinerary.

If you choose Fansipan, take the cable car towards the “Roof of Indochina” and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains from above.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon

Continue exploring the landscapes and daily life of the highlands. Discover the local communities’ culture, architecture, traditional crafts and way of life.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant. Spend the evening sampling local specialities or experiencing Sapa’s characteristic cool mountain air.

Overnight in Sapa.

 

DAY 5 | SAPA – HANOI – HUE

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out and depart for Hanoi.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch en route.

Afternoon

Upon arrival in Hanoi, transfer to the airport and check in for the flight to Hue according to the confirmed flight schedule.

Upon arrival in Hue, a private vehicle and tour guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant.

After dinner, take a leisurely walk along the Perfume River and discover the atmosphere of central Hue at night.

Overnight in Hue.

 

DAY 6 | HUE – EXPLORING THE IMPERIAL CAPITAL

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Begin exploring the Imperial Citadel of Hue, a complex of palaces, fortifications and architectural monuments associated with the Nguyen Dynasty.

Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda, a famous pagoda on the banks of the Perfume River, known for its historical significance and distinctive architecture.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant featuring Hue specialities.

Afternoon

Visit one of the notable royal tombs of the Nguyen emperors. Learn about the architecture, landscape design and historical stories associated with Vietnam’s last imperial dynasty.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant. Spend the evening exploring Hue at your leisure or relaxing at the hotel.

Overnight in Hue.

 

DAY 7 | HUE – DA NANG – HOI AN

Morning

Enjoy breakfast, check out and depart from Hue for Da Nang.

Travel along Hai Van Pass, a famous route offering spectacular mountain and sea views.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch in Da Nang.

Afternoon

Visit Son Tra Peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda and the My Khe Beach area.

Continue to Hoi An and check in at the hotel.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant.

Begin exploring Hoi An Ancient Town as the lanterns light up, creating a magical atmosphere along the Hoai River.

Overnight in Hoi An.

 

DAY 8 | HOI AN – EXPLORING THE ANCIENT TOWN

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Spend the morning exploring the distinctive features of Hoi An Ancient Town, including the Japanese Covered Bridge, old houses, assembly halls and traditional streets.

Your tour guide will introduce the town’s development, trading history and cultural exchanges that shaped its unique character.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant.

Afternoon

Explore Hoi An at your own pace. You may shop for handicrafts, enjoy a coffee, sample local cuisine or discover traditional shops.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant.

Spend the evening strolling through the town, admiring the lanterns and enjoying Hoi An’s peaceful atmosphere.

Overnight in Hoi An.

 

DAY 9 | HOI AN – DA NANG – HO CHI MINH CITY

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Spend the morning relaxing in Hoi An or shopping for local specialities.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch. A private vehicle will then transfer you to Da Nang Airport.

Afternoon

Check in for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, a private vehicle and tour guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant.

Spend the evening exploring Ho Chi Minh City and experiencing its vibrant atmosphere.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

 

DAY 10 | HO CHI MINH CITY – CITY TOUR

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Begin the city tour with a visit to the Reunification Palace, a landmark closely associated with Vietnam’s modern history.

Continue to Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, notable for their European-influenced architecture in the heart of the city.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant.

Afternoon

Explore Dong Khoi Street, Nguyen Hue Walking Street and the city centre.

Visit Ben Thanh Market, one of Ho Chi Minh City’s best-known markets, where you can discover local commerce and shop for regional specialities.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant.

Spend the evening exploring the city or enjoying its dining and nightlife.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

 

DAY 11 | HO CHI MINH CITY – CU CHI – HO CHI MINH CITY

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

A private vehicle will transfer you to the Cu Chi Tunnels.

Explore the tunnel network and underground facilities, learning how people organised their daily lives, shelters and essential living spaces during wartime.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant.

Afternoon

Continue learning about the history and significance of the site before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at a restaurant.

Spend the evening relaxing or exploring Ho Chi Minh City at your leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

 

DAY 12 | HO CHI MINH CITY – FREE DAY

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Enjoy a free day to relax in Ho Chi Minh City.

You may shop at shopping centres, enjoy a spa treatment, visit museums, sample local cuisine or relax at cafés and rooftop bars.

Lunch

Choose a restaurant and enjoy lunch according to your preferences.

Afternoon

Continue enjoying your free time.

If desired, you may book optional excursions, such as a trip to the Mekong Delta, a culinary experience or other private activities.

Evening

Enjoy dinner at your leisure and make the most of your final evening in Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

 

DAY 13 | HO CHI MINH CITY – AIRPORT

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Spend some free time relaxing, shopping or preparing your luggage for the return flight.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at your leisure.

Afternoon

Check out according to the hotel’s policies.

A private vehicle will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport according to your confirmed flight schedule.

End of the 13-day, 12-night journey through Vietnam.

Farewell, and we look forward to welcoming you on another journey in the future.

• High-quality private tourist vehicles for each transfer and destination included in the itinerary.

• Airport transfers at Noi Bai, Phu Bai, Da Nang and Tan Son Nhat according to the itinerary.

• Domestic flights specified in the programme, including the flight segments confirmed in the quotation.

• 4–5-star hotels with accommodation facilities meeting the programme’s standards.

• 1 night on a premium cruise in Ha Long Bay.

• Daily breakfast at hotels and on board the cruise.

• Meals specified in the itinerary at suitable standard restaurants.

• Entrance tickets to the attractions mentioned in the programme.

• Boat trips and other transport services for sightseeing as specified in the itinerary.

• Professional tour guides in each destination.

• Daily drinking water in the vehicle.

• Travel insurance according to the programme’s standards.

• VAT and service charges as required by regulations.