10 Days Vietnam Family Tour; Vietnam 10 Days Itinerary for Family

The Best Vietnam Tour for the First-time Travelers

This family-friendly 10 days tour in Vietnam will take you and your family to experience all the essentials of Vietnam in one go.

Starting from Hanoi, you will get the first impression of this country from the capital city. Then, you are going to enjoy the stunning karst landscape in Halong Bay. The overnight cruise offers you enough time to indulge in nature's beauty. You can also go swimming or do cave exploration with your family before leaving for the flight to Hoi An.

Once you arrive in Hoi An, it is time to experience the charm of Hoi An ancient town. You will see the perfect blend of different regional cultures here. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the old city, visit the temples, or enjoy an authentic Vietnamese coffee at a street-side café. Of course, you can also join a local cooking class with your family or just go for a ride in the countryside.

The last stop is Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon in the past. It is the gateway to the Mekong Delta, where you and your family can visit the interesting floating markets, visit the local villages and workshops.

Travel Route: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City - Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City

Day: 10

Best for: First-timers

Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle

Highlights

Enjoy City Sightseeing Tours in the Major Cities

Visit the essentials in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to get general ideas about Vietnam, one of the most graceful and atmospheric countries in Southeast Asia.

Enjoy a Halong Bay Cruise

Stay overnight on a cruise in Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site near Hanoi, to fully enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the limestone islands, explore the caves, or simply go diving and swimming in the shimmering sea.

Step back in Time in Hoi An Old Town

Spend days in Hoi An Ancient Town to visit the exquisite architecture and experience the unique culture of the former international trading port of Vietnam, which is influenced by Chinese, Japanese, and European culture for centuries.

Experience the Magic of the Mekong

Take a boat trip along the Mekong River, ride around My Tho in a traditional sampan, soak up the atmosphere at the Can Tho Floating Market and visit the Dong Tam Snakes Farm.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Welcome to Vietnam!

Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport and take you to your hotel.

Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi Tour

Today’s tour starts with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum. Then, you will visit the tranquil Temple of Literature.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Ethnology Museum.

At the end of today’s tour, you will explore the Old Quarter, the bustling area of narrow open streets and alleys.

Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Temple of Literature is a Temple of Confucius in Hanoi.

Day 3: Hanoi to Halong Bay (L, D)

After breakfast, you will transfer to Halong Bay, the spectacular World Heritage-listed site. You will board a traditional wooden junk boat and explore the jade waters studded with karst islands.

After lunch onboard, you will visit Trinh Nu Cave to see the stunning array of stalactites and stalagmites.

Then, you can go to swim or kayak as you like in the free time.

Stay overnight on a cruise in Halong Bay.

The stunning array of stalactites and stalagmites.

Day 4: Halong Bay to Hoi An via Da Nang (B)

In the morning, you can joining a T’ai Chi class on the deck of the Junk boat. The time before we leave for the airport is your free time. You can enjoy a refreshing morning swim or take one last look at the Halong Bay.

In the afternoon, you will transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang. Our local guide will pick you up at Da Nang airport and drive you to Hoi An in about 1 hour.

Stay overnight in Hoi An.

Join in a T’ai Chi class on the deck.

Day 5: Hoi An Tour

Today you will enjoy a full-day tour in Hoi An, the most atmospheric town in Vietnam. Strolling through the old town, you can get a close look at traditional Chinese, Japanese, and local Vietnamese architectures, experience the colorful local markets, and visit ancient temples.

You will visit the Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Hall, 200-year-old Tam Ky House, former merchants’ homes, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge. Also, you can visit the colorful local markets to experience the local’s life.

Stay overnight in Hoi An.

Hoi An is the most atmospheric town in Vietnam.

Day 6: Hoi An Tour

Today you will enjoy a free time in this delightful old town. You can take a bike tour to the gorgeous surrounding countryside, or take up a cooking class in the town.

Insider Tips:

For more full-day or half-day tour in Hoi An, you can ask your travel consultant in advance.

Stay overnight in Hoi An.

Day 7: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

After breakfast, you will get to take a morning flight from Da Nang airport to Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon.

Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you at the airport and send you to your hotel to check in and leave your luggage.

Then, you will head to Dong Khoi Area to explore the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City. You will walk to the Opera House and the former Hotel de Ville, visit the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, and wander up to the War Remnants Museum to gain a glimpse of the war.

Your last sight for today is the Ben Thanh Market, where you can deeply feel the lifestyle of the old Saigon.

Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Notre Dame Cathedral is the top famous attractions in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho

Today, you will take a trip to My Tho Town.

En route, you will visit local villages where coconut candies are made. Not only will you have the chance to watch the locals produce coconut candies, but you can also get involved in coconut handicrafts before visiting the bee farm.

Then, you will have lunch in Ben Tre Province before heading to Can Tho City via My Thuan Suspension Bridge which sits above the Mekong River.

Stay overnight in Can Tho.

Watch the locals produce coconut candies.

Day 9: Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City

After breakfast, you will take a boat trip to the Floating Market and watch the locals sit aboard their small boats selling and exchanging goods.

In the afternoon, you will get back to Ho Chi Minh City.

On the way back to Ho Chi Minh City, you will visit Dong Tam Snakes Farm which is the largest snake farm in Vietnam.

Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Cai Rang Floating Market

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City Departure

Say goodbye to Vietnam!

You are free to arrange your time before taking the scheduled transfer to the airport.

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Service Included

Private English-speaking tour guide

Local transfers mentioned in the itinerary

All entrance ticket fees for sightseeings listed in the itinerary

Meals as specified in the itinerary

Hotel accommodation

Governmental taxes

Service Excluded

International flight to and out of Vietnam

Vietnam visa

Lunches and dinners as not listed in the itinerary

Tips and gratitude to the guide and driver

Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks, etc.

Vietnam Travel Restriction

Since March 15, Vietnam has been fully open for inbound tourism. Self-isolation is no longer required for traveling to Vietnam. All you need is a valid Vietnam tourist visa and travel/medical insurance that includes COVID-19 cover.

Passport holders from the following 25 countries do not need to apply for a visa to travel to Vietnam.

Vietnam Visa-free Countries in Asia
Brunei & Myanmar - 14 days.
Japan & South Korea (ROK) - 15 days.
The Philippines - 21 days.
Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, & Thailand - 30 days.

Vietnam Visa-free Countries in Europe
Belarus, Denmark, Italy, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, & The United Kingdom - 15 days.

Notice:
Please contact our local travel consultant for the latest information on visa and vaccination policies before travel.