Itinerary
- Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
Your guide meets you at Tan Son Nhat International Airport with your name on a sign, then transfers you privately to your luxury hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of the day is yours to settle in, relax, or start getting a feel for the city on your own.
- Start point
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Ho Chi Minh City, 72100, Vietnam (Tan Son Nhat International Airport Pick Up)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alagon D'Antique Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)
Optional Activities
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City at own pace
- Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta
Early morning departure from Ho Chi Minh City takes you to My Tho and the Mekong Delta. After checking out Vinh Trang Pagoda, you'll board a sampan cruising past Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands. Stop at Unicorn Island to walk the countryside, wander through fruit orchards, and listen to traditional folk music. The day includes visits to local family operations like a honey-bee farm where you'll sample honey tea and coconut candy. Following lunch at a local spot, cycle through Tan Thach village to see how people live there, or kick back in a hammock if you'd rather relax. Evening brings you back to Ho Chi Minh City.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alagon D'Antique Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
- Sampan cruise around Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands
- Walk around Unicorn Island and orchards
- Experience folk song music performance
- Visit fruit plantation
- Hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal
- Visit family business and honey-bee farm
- Honey tea tasting and coconut candy workshop
- Cycling around Tan Thach village
Optional Activities
- Hammock relaxing for those unable to join cycling
Landmarks Vinh Trang Pagoda Dragon Island Unicorn Island Phoenix Island Tortoise Island Thoi Son Canal Tan Thach Village 
- Day 3
Ho Chi Minh City
Hop into a private open-air Jeep for about 2.5 hours exploring Saigon's nightlife and the real life of its residents. You'll zoom past the famous sights and end up at one of the best skybars to take in panoramic views of the city from above.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alagon D'Antique Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)
Included Activities
- Private Jeep city tour of Ho Chi Minh City by night
- Visit famous sights of Ho Chi Minh City
- Skybar drink with panoramic city views
- Day 4
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An
Have breakfast at your hotel, then enjoy free time before your private transfer to the airport. A domestic flight takes you to Hoi An, a preserved trading port and UNESCO World Heritage site from the 15th to 19th centuries. Once you arrive and check into your accommodation, the evening is yours to walk around this quiet ancient town and check out its iconic buildings, historical sites, tailor shops, and distinctive old-world character.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Silkotel Resort or similar ), Resort (Palm Garden Resort or similar)
Included Activities
- Explore Hoi An Ancient Town
Landmarks Hoi An Ancient Town 
- Day 5
Hoi An - Tra Que Countryside
After breakfast, head out with a local host to cycle through the peaceful countryside around Hoi An toward Tra Que organic vegetable village. Along village roads, you'll learn about local farming and rice traditions, and probably spot water buffalo and farmers in their fields. At the village, sip welcome tea while walking through vegetable gardens, then join farmers planting vegetables using traditional methods. Next comes a foot massage and hands-on cooking class where you'll learn to make Hoi An's famous special pancakes. Lunch features local dishes, then free time to rest in a hammock before cycling back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with all local foods)
- Accommodation
- Resort (Palm Garden Resort or similar), Resort (Silkotel Resort or similar )
Included Activities
- Cycling through Hoi An countryside
- Visit Tra Que organic vegetable village
- Special lemon basil tea welcome
- Vegetable garden tour
- Learn traditional farming methods
- Foot massage
- Hands-on cooking class for Hoi An special pancake
- Lunch with local foods
Optional Activities
- Hammock relaxation time
Landmarks Tra Que Organic Vegetable Village - Day 6
Hoi An
Following breakfast, join a half-day walking tour hitting Hoi An's historic sites including the Museum of Folk Culture, Old House of Tan Ky, Japanese Covered Bridge, and Fujian Assembly Hall. You'll learn about local heritage and 17th-century life. After that, participate in a lantern-making class where no artistic background is necessary, just willingness to have fun. Create your own handmade lantern inspired by the ones locals believe bring luck, happiness, and wealth.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Palm Garden Resort or similar), Resort (Silkotel Resort or similar )
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Hoi An historic sites
- 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 - Day 7
Hoi An to Hanoi
Travel from Hoi An to Hanoi, Vietnam's capital. The city blends charming traditional elements with contemporary style, creating a unique atmosphere that draws people from around the world.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
- Day 8
Hanoi to Mai Chau Valley
After breakfast, depart Hanoi at 8:30 am heading through the countryside toward Mai Chau. Around 10:30 am, stop for tea or coffee during the drive. Arrive at Bakhan Village near noon for lunch at the village restaurant, then check in to your resort. In the afternoon around 3:00 pm, walk around Muong Village of Khan Ha and West hill for panoramic views of Mai Chau Valley while connecting with local culture. Dinner at 7:00 pm at Bakhan Restaurant features local specialties, followed by a traditional dance performance from 8:00 to 9:00 pm put on by villagers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Bakhan Village Restaurant), Dinner (Dinner at Bakhan Restaurant with local delicacies)
- Accommodation
- Resort (Ba Khan Village Resort or similar )
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Mai Chau Valley
- Tea or coffee break during journey
- Afternoon walk around Muong Village of Khan Ha
- West hill visit for valley views
- Local culture experience
- Dinner at Bakhan Restaurant
- Traditional dance performance by villagers
Landmarks Muong Village of Khan Ha Mai Chau Valley 
- Day 9
Mai Chau Valley
Beginning at 9:00 am, trek along the East Mountain route with panoramic views of Mai Chau Valley, suitable for different fitness levels. Return to the resort by 11:00 am to rest and relax before checkout. Lunch happens at the resort at noon, then depart for Hanoi at 1:30 pm.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at resort)
- Accommodation
- Resort (Ba Khan Village Resort or similar )
Included Activities
- East Mountain trek with panoramic valley views
Landmarks Mai Chau Valley - Day 10
Hanoi to Halong Bay
After breakfast and checkout, head from Hanoi toward Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your cruise team meets you at your hotel lobby between 8:00 and 9:00 am, and you arrive at the jetty around noon to board. After welcome and check-in, lunch is served while cruising through hundreds of islets. Afternoon activities vary by boat schedule and might include swimming, kayaking, cave visits, or relaxing on deck. Watch the sunset as the boat anchors for the night in a beautiful spot, then enjoy dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch while cruising through islets), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (La Pandora Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (Doris Cruise or similar)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Halong Bay islets
- Swimming and kayaking activities
- Cave visits (depending on boat itinerary)
- Sunset viewing
- Onboard relaxation time
Landmarks Halong Bay 
- Day 11
Halong Bay to Hanoi
Watch sunrise over Halong Bay while breakfast is served on the vessel as it cruises slowly back to port. Have an early lunch before disembarking. A transfer takes you back to Hanoi, and the rest of the day is free to walk around the city at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Brunch (Early lunch before arriving at port)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing on Halong Bay
- Cruise back to port
Optional Activities
- Explore Hanoi city independently
- Day 12
Hanoi
Start with a healthy breakfast at your hotel, complete checkout, then browse local markets to pick up souvenirs for people back home. Later, head to the airport and catch your flight back home.
- End point
- Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Hanoi, 12200, Vietnam (Noi Bai International Airport Drop off)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit local markets for souvenirs
