Vietnam Itinerary: Hoi Chi Minh, Hoi An & Hanoi
- Ho chi minh city, hoi an, hanoi, Halong Bay
- 9 nights / 10 days, prices start from USD $2,045 per person
Embark on the journey of a lifetime through all the hotspots in Vietnam. Begin in Ho Chi Minh City, enriching yourself in the deep history of the country’s past by crawling through Guerrilla warfare tunnels and making a peaceful visit to a riverside village. Then fly to Hoi An, discovering the city’s vibrant nightlife from the back of a vespa and learning about traditional Vietnamese delicacies.
Next, travel to the bustling capital of Hanoi and take a day trip to the awe-inspiring Trang An Landscape Complex. Complete your adventure of Vietnam by exploring the majestic Halong Bay while on an overnight boat tour. Explore all our Vietnam luxury travel options.
Row boat ride through the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO world heritage site
Top Highlights
- Discover the Cu Chi tunnels used for Guerrilla warfare during the Vietnam War
- Visit An Binh Island via motorboat and explore the local village
- Ride a vintage vespa during a food tour of the Hoi An food markets
- Partake in a cooking class on a traditional Vietnamese farm
- Day trip to the Trang An Landscape Complex
- Explore natural caves and a hike to Mua Mountain
- Relax on a overnight boat trip through the stunning Halong Bay
What’s Included
We design unforgettable and luxurious journeys just for you. Our bespoke trips include:
- Double room accommodations
- Breakfast at hotels
- Private transfers
- Private tours and experiences
- Full support from your travel designer and on the ground
Itinerary
Ho Chi Minh
Begin your exploration in Vietnam’s biggest city, Ho Chi Minh, otherwise known as Saigon. Previously capital of the colony of French Indochina, Ho Chi Minh City is famous for its bustling markets and French colonial architecture. Begin your trip with a tour of Cu Chi tunnels, an immense network once used to aid the Viet Cong in Guerrilla warfare. Complete the day by visiting renowned landmarks including the Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and War Remnants Museum.
Explore outside of the bustling city by taking a day trip to Ben Tre and hop in a motorboat to explore the Mekong River. Stop at An Binh Island to stroll through orchards and visit the local village, observe the making of rice paper and coconut candy or taking a leisurely bike ride.
Suggested Accommodation: Silverland Jolie Hotel
Hoi An
Fly to Danang and transfer to the ancient town of Hoi An. Enjoy the evening by embarking on a street food tour via vintage vespa! In the morning, depart for Vong Nhi village, where bikes will be provided for a leisurely cycling trip. Arrive at Thanh Dong Organic Farm and tour the 10,000 sqm organic garden before taking a basket boat ride to The Field Restaurant. Here you can participate in a short cooking class and enjoy Vietnamese family-style meals before heading back to Hoi An.
Suggested Accommodation: The Saga Hotel
Hanoi
Travel by plane to the nation’s capital: Hanoi. Begin exploring the country’s capital with a walking tour, stopping at must-see sights including Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and the renowned Old Quarter which offers an eclectic glimpse into Hanoi street life. The next day, take a day trip to the Trang An Landscape Complex. Famous for its towering limestone peaks above water, this is the scenery for the country’s ancient capital of Hoa Lu, where you can observe ancient temples from the Dinh and Le dynasties. After lunch, begin a row boat cruise through “Halong Bay on Land”, taking you to Mua mountain, where you can embark on a cave tour.
Suggested Accommodation: Hotel de l’Opera – MGallery Hanoi
Halong Bay
Enjoy your last few days of your adventure by travelling to Halong Bay. The breathtaking landscape of thousands of limestone islands jutting out of the emerald sea is an iconic image of Vietnam. The best way to appreciate this wonder is via a luxury overnight boat trip, where you can relax with a Tai Chi class on the sun deck before exploring limestone caves full of stalagmites and stalactites. Enjoy a delicious brunch before being transferred back to Hanoi.
Suggested Accommodation: Dora cruise
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.
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