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
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 Vinh
After breakfast, you will travel to Ninh Binh, a city surrounded by towering karsts and winding rivers. First, you will visit the
Bich Dong Pagoda, which actually consists of 3 separate layered ancient pagodas. You need to climb some steeps to reach the upper pagoda. Then, you will take a local paddle boat for a
cruise along the Red River and enjoy the spectacular riverside of Ninh Binh and observe how the locals living in this picturesque land.
Stay overnight in Vinh.
Bich Dong Pagoda is a three-tiered ancient pagoda .
Day 4: Vinh to Phong Nha
In the morning, you will take a drive (about 200km) from Vinh to
Phong Nha, where the Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park is.
Upon your arrival, you can explore the town by your own.
Stay overnight in Phong Nha.
Day 5: Phong Nha
Today you will enjoy a full-day exploration of the natural wonders in the
Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the middle of the Annamite Mountain Range in Vietnam. Here, the oldest karst mountains and longest cave in Asia are found.
After tour, you will get back to the downtown.
Stay overnight in Phong Nha.
Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park
Day 6: Phong Nha to Hue
After breakfast, you will continue the journey to Hue. On the way, you will visit
Vinh Moc Tunnels, which is a complex underground cave system remained in a coastal North Vietnamese village. It was built for unremitting American bombing during the war. Now, most of the tunnels are open to tourists.
Later, you will arrive in Hue. You can enjoy a free time as you like.
Stay overnight in Hue.
Tourists are going to explore Vinh Moc Tunnels.
Day 7: Hue to Hoi An
After checking out of your room, you will take a drive south to Hoi An. You can enjoy the beautiful views over the South China Sea (East Sea) outside of Hue by passing through the
Hai Van Pass.
After arriving in Hoi An, you can enjoy a free time in this delightful old town.
Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Hai Van Pass, the most wonderful pass in Vietnam.
Day 8: Hoi An
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 9: Hoi An
Today is free for you to keep exploring the town as you like. You can take a walking tour to go deep into the streets of Hoi An, taking a cooking class, or relaxing on the Cua Dai beach. You can ask your local guide for more travel ideas.
Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Day 10: Hoi An to Qui Nhon
You will start a drive to
Qui Nhon, a beachside city in central Vietnam. Enjoying the beautiful scenery on the way. Upon arrival, you can enjoy the beach on your own.
Stay overnight in Qui Nhon.
Enjoying the beautiful scenery of Qui Nhon beach.
Day 11: Qui Nhon to Nha Trang
Today you will move on to
Nha Trang, the famous beach city in Vietnam. En route, you will drive through the stunning passes of
Co Ma and Deo Ca and be amazed by the sweeping views of the coastline. Upon arrival, the rest of the day is free for you. You can relax in the hotel or go out for some street food crawl.
Stay overnight in Nha Trang.
Nha Trang, the famous beach city in Vietnam..
Day 12: Nha Trang to Mui Ne
This morning is free time for you to continue enjoying the local beaches, or wander around town to visit the markets, etc. In the afternoon you will
head to Mui Ne, a small fishing village located on the Mui Ne Peninsula in southeastern Vietnam. With a coastline stretching 50 km, this is a must-see beach resort in southern Vietnam.
The time after arrival is your free time. You can go and enjoy the beach or go for a stroll on the street.
Stay overnight in Mui Ne.
Enjoy the beach time in Mui Ne.
Day 13: Mui Ne
Today, you will spend your time exploring this coast paradise at your pace. You can relax on the beach, visit the local seafood market, or go sandboarding or kitesurfing.
Stay overnight in Mui Ne.
Day 14: Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, you will head 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 15: 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.