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Romance of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour

12 days
From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Start point
    Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Quận Tân Bình, Ho Chi Minh City 736900, Vietnam (Tan Son Nhat International Airport ( SGN))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Alagon Saigon Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ho Chi Minh City at your own pace
    • Relax at the hotel
    Landmarks
    Tan Son Nhat International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Mekong Delta

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Alagon Saigon Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
    • Sampan cruise around Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands
    • Walk around Unicorn Island countryside lanes
    • Visit fruit plantation
    • Hand-rowed sampan ride through Thoi Son canal
    • Visit family business and honey-bee farm
    • Enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop
    • Cycling around Tan Thach village
    • Meet local villagers

    Optional Activities

    • Hammock relaxing (alternative to cycling)
    Landmarks
    Vinh Trang Pagoda
    My Tho
    Mekong River
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  3. Day 3

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Private open-air Jeep city tour
    • Visit famous sights of Ho Chi Minh City
    • Skybar with panoramic views of Saigon
  4. Day 4

    Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Silkotel Hoi An or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Explore Hoi An ancient town
    Landmarks
    Hoi An Ancient Town
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  5. Day 5

    Hoi An

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with all local foods)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Silkotel Hoi An or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Cycling to countryside area in Hoi An
    • Visit Tra Que organic vegetable village
    • Walk through vegetable gardens
    • Participate in traditional farming with local farmers
    • Relaxing foot massage
    • Hands-on cooking class - Hoi An special pancake
    • Cycling back to hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Relaxing in hammock during free time
    Landmarks
    Tra Que Organic Vegetable Village
  6. Day 6

    Hoi An

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Silkotel Hoi An or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Hoi An half-day walking tour
    • Visit Museum of Folk Culture
    • Visit Old House of Tan Ky
    • Visit Japanese Covered Bridge
    • Visit Fujian Assembly Hall
    • Lantern making class
    Landmarks
    Museum of Folk Culture
    Old House of Tan Ky
    Japanese Covered Bridge
    Fujian Assembly Hall
  7. Day 7

    Hoi An to Hanoi

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Tirant Hotel or similar)
    Landmarks
    Hanoi
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  8. Day 8

    Hanoi to Ba Vi to Mai Chau

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in the garden at Mrs. Chin's house)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Mai Chau Hideaway or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit 3 villages in Ba Vi
    • Meet Mr. Duoc and learn about Vietnam War history and tea-making
    • Visit 30-year-old tea plantation
    • Participate in tea leaf harvesting
    • Cooking lesson with Mrs. Chin
    • Visit local workshops - tofu-making and rice-processing
    • Learn about 70-year local hammerer workshop
    • Cycling through rice fields
    • Herbal foot soak at Mr. Chau's house using Muong ethnic recipes
    Landmarks
    Ba Vi
    Mai Chau Valley
  9. Day 9

    Mai Chau

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at the resort with local cuisine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Tirant Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Mai Chau surroundings at own pace
    Landmarks
    Mai Chau Valley
  10. Day 10

    Hanoi to Halong Bay

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on cruise while cruising through the islets), Dinner (Dinner on cruise after sunset)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Aquamarine Cruise or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Halong Bay
    • Swimming
    • Kayaking
    • Visiting caves

    Optional Activities

    • Relaxing on board
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
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  11. Day 11

    Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch (Early lunch before arrival at port)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Tirant Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanoi at your own pace
    Landmarks
    Hanoi
  12. Day 12

    Hanoi

    End point
    Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Huyện Sóc Sơn, Hanoi 140800, Vietnam (Noi Bai International Airport ( SGN))
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local markets and purchase souvenirs
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  • Romance of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour reviewer 1
    January 14th, 2026
    5.0
    This was our first time in Vietnam so we were not sure what to expect from this private guided tour of the country....
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    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Stephen, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that your first visit to Vietnam exceeded expectations and that the private guided tour left such a positive impression. Thang will be especially happy to know that his care and personal attention made you feel comfortable and well looked after. Vietnam truly is a special country, and we’re glad you enjoyed its people, culture, and the many highlights along the way. It was a pleasure to be part of your journey, and we hope to welcome you back to Vietnam or elsewhere in Asia in the future. Realistic Asia team
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  • Romance of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour reviewer 2
    February 28th, 2025
    5.0
    Our tour around Vietnam was absolutely fantastic. We experienced a really well planned itinerary that fit is no much...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Lauren, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience exploring Vietnam with us. It's wonderful to know that the itinerary gave you a special, authentic glimpse into the country without feeling rushed. We'll be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to Edna – she's truly dedicated to making every journey seamless and memorable. We're so glad to have been part of your adventure and can't wait to welcome you back to discover more of Vietnam in the future! Realistic Asia team
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  • Romance of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour reviewer 3
    December 1st, 2022
    5.0
    This tour is a superstar for anyone who loves Vietnam. We created a long list of everything our two teenage children,...
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    Traveled in October 2022
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Brumfield, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are so glad to know that you and your family have enjoyed your trip to Vietnam and that everything went smoothly. It was a big pleasure for us to organize your holiday. Thank you again for trusting our company, and we hope to see you again! Realistic Asia team
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  • Romance of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour reviewer 4
    November 23rd, 2022
    5.0
    We decided to choose this tour for our anniversary. Snorkeling on Cham island was an interesting activity, along with...
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    Traveled in October 2022
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Porsche, Thank you so much for choosing us to be part of your anniversary celebration! It’s wonderful to hear that snorkeling around Cham Island, meeting the locals, and tasting the delicious sticky rice wrapped in coconut leaves were such memorable highlights for you. We’re especially glad that your cruise through Halong Bay left a lasting impression—its stunning beauty, warm service, and flavorful cuisine truly make it a special experience. Your kind words mean a lot to our team at Realistic Asia. We're so happy to know you felt satisfied and happy throughout your journey. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable trip! Realistic Asia team
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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before March 18th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after March 18th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Realistic Asia. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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