Unique Vietnam Tour

Trip Highlights

• Leisurely boat trip along the Mekong Delta River
• Luxury beach resorts in Nha Trang
• Visit to UNESCO World Heritage sites in Vietnam

Trip Summary

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival

Upon your arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in and can take a moment to rest. Afterward, explore famous attractions such as the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Central Post Office, and Cho Lon Market. Meals are on your own. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

Reunification Palace in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City > Mekong Delta > Ho Chi Minh City

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and depart from Saigon for a scenic journey along the National Highway. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda in My Tho, then take a leisurely boat ride along the river, where you can view stilt houses, fruit plantations, and fishing villages. Continue to Tortoise Islet for lunch in an orchard garden. Afterward, enjoy a boat ride to An Khanh, a less touristy spot in Ben Tre, and take a sampan ride while savoring seasonal fruits and honey tea, accompanied by traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music. Visit a local family business to immerse yourself in the rural lifestyle. Return to your hotel in Saigon with cherished memories. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Saigon.

Vinh Trang Pagoda

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City > Nha Trang

Your morning begins with a pick-up from the hotel and a delightful breakfast. You'll then transfer to the airport for a morning flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, head to your hotel for check-in. Lunch and dinner are on your own. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to explore the beautiful coastal city. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Beautiful Nha Trang Beach

Day 4: Nha Trang Free Day

Start your day with a hearty breakfast. In the morning, visit Cau Da Port and then proceed to Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu Island to see a variety of sea life in a small-scale ocean setup. Enjoy snorkeling to witness colorful coral reefs and fish at Mun Island, and explore the magnificent caves where swallows nest. Relax and swim, making the most of your free time on nearby islands before enjoying fresh lunch at the island. On your way back to the hotel, visit local fishing villages. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Mun Island in Nha Trang

Day 5: Da Nang > Hoi An

Enjoy breakfast before taking a morning flight to Da Nang. Once you arrive, visit the My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lunch and dinner are on your own. Spend the rest of the day discovering the charm of Hoi An at your leisure. Overnight in Hoi An.

The historic town of Hoi An

Day 6: Hoi An > Hanoi

Following breakfast, you will have the rest of the day to explore the ancient city of Hoi An. In the afternoon, you will take a flight back to Hanoi. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Hanoi.

Hanoi at night

Day 7: Hanoi City Tour > Night Train to Lao Cai

This morning, enjoy a guided city tour of Hanoi, which includes the Ho Chi Minh Complex (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Museum, The Presidential Palace, House on stilts, and One Pillar Pagoda). Continue to visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. Following lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and return to the Old Quarter for a walking tour centered on daily life. You will have free time until it's time to board the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight on the train.

Hanoi Old Quarter

Day 8: Sapa Free Day

After enjoying a local breakfast in Sapa, you'll head out for a trekking adventure to nearby villages. Explore the market and venture downhill to the picturesque Cat Cat village. Stop by a waterfall and a hydroelectric station along the way. Trek on dirt trails that weave through rice paddy terraces for breathtaking scenery by the river. Arrive at Y Linh Ho village, where you’ll be treated to lunch by the river. Proceed to Muong Hoa Valley, passing through Lao Chai village (Black Hmong minority) and Ta Van village (Giay minority). Spend the night in a local Giay house, taking in the stunning views and enjoying a swim in the river nearby. Dinner and overnight homestay with locals.

Cat Cat village in Sapa

Day 9: More Trekking - Sapa > Night Train back to Hanoi

After breakfast, head to Giang Ta Chai village, home to the Red Dao minority. Trek through a bamboo forest in Hoang Lien National Park, stopping near a romantic waterfall for a short break. Find a scenic spot for lunch before continuing toward Su Pan, a small village along the road. Return to Sapa by car. You'll have free time until it’s time to depart for Lao Cai train station for your night train back to Hanoi. Dinner is on your own. Overnight on train.

The ancient bridge in Giang Ta Chai village - Photo: @sapa_khai_hmong_treks

Day 10: Hanoi > Ha Long Bay

In the morning, you will be picked up and transferred to Ha Long Bay. Arrive around noon and board a traditional wooden boat/cruise for a day of relaxation, sightseeing, and swimming. Visit a floating fishing village and, if the weather permits, enjoy swimming. Meals are included. Overnight on board.

Floating fishing village in Ha Long Bay

Day 11: Ha Long Bay

Continue your cruise program. Start your day early with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck, and enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries available in the restaurant. Visit the impressive Surprise Cave, which is one of the largest caves in Ha Long Bay. Luxurious meals are included. Overnight on board.

Practice Tai Chi on Cruise - Photo: bhayacruises.com

Day 12: Ha Long Bay > Hanoi

On your final day on the cruise in stunning Ha Long Bay, wake up to the sounds of waves and birds. Enjoy the sunrise over the water, and after breakfast, visit a beautiful limestone grotto. After taking in one last look at the bay, you'll cruise back to the dock and then return to Hanoi for an overnight stay. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Hanoi.

A beautiful sunset on Ha Long Bay

Day 13: Hanoi > Ho Chi Minh City Departure

After breakfast, take a morning flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. You will have free time for last-minute shopping before heading to the airport for your flight back home. This concludes your memorable journey.

Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City