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The Essence of Vietnam In 12 Days by Up Travel Vietnam (Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh Group Tour)

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian
Group Size 1 - 20
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Hanoi

    Hanoi
    Start point
    Hanoi, Vietnam (Noi Bai International Airport Pick Up , Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Huyện Sóc Sơn, Hanoi 140800, Vietnam)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanoi's vibrant streets
    • Discover local cafés
    • Soak up the unique atmosphere of the historic city
  3. Day 2

    Hanoi

    Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Multi-course Vietnamese meal prepared during cooking class), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Thanh Ha's bustling market
    • Local wet market experience with English-speaking guide
    • Hands-on cooking class learning four iconic Vietnamese dishes
    • Culinary culture exchange session with local hosts
    • Multi-course Vietnamese meal prepared during class
    • Round-trip transfer to/from Old Quarter Area
    • Welcome refreshments and snacks
    • Professional certificate (if requested)
    • Recipe book
    Landmarks
    Thanh Ha Market
  4. Day 3

    Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave

    Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant meal)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital and temples of King Dinh and King Le
    • Scenic boat ride through Trang An caves including Sang Cave, Toi Cave, and Nau Ruou Cave
    • Climb Mua Cave (Dancing Cave) with panoramic views of Tam Coc
    Landmarks
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    Trang An
    Mua Cave
    Tam Coc
  5. Day 4

    Halong Bay

    Halong Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch on cruise), Dinner (Special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on cruise)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Le Journey Cruises Halong Bay or similar), Hotel 4* (La Regina Royal Cruise or similar), Hotel 5* (Peony Cruises Ha Long or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay with rock formations
    • Visit Con Vit islet, Thumb islet, and Gia Luan Harbor
    • Swimming or sunbathing opportunity in natural lagoon area
    • Kayaking experience in scenic spots
    • Sunset party on cruise
    • Evening entertainment including card games, chess, squid fishing
    • Massage service available
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
    Lan Ha Bay
    Con Vit Islet
  6. Day 5

    Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Halong Bay to Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch (Final meal at cruise)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Morning view of bay landscape
    • Visit Frog Pond with free kayaking and swimming
    Landmarks
    Frog Pond
  7. Day 6

    Hanoi to Da Nang

    Hanoi to Da Nang
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Santa Luxury Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Royal Lotus Hotel Danang or similar), Hotel 5* (Radisson Hotel Danang or similar)
  8. Day 7

    Da Nang - Marble Mountains - Hoi An

    Da Nang - Marble Mountains - Hoi An
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local cuisine at local restaurant), Dinner (Special food in Hoi An)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Santa Luxury Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Royal Lotus Hotel Danang or similar), Hotel 5* (Radisson Hotel Danang or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Son Tra peninsula (Monkey Mountain)
    • Explore Linh Ung Pagoda with Goddess of Mercy statue
    • Visit Marble Mountains and Am Phu Cave
    • Explore Buddhist pagodas and learn about religions
    • Visit Stone Carving Village of Non-Nuoc
    • Basket boat rowing experience in Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle
    • Visit Hoi An Ancient Town including Phuc Kien Pagoda, Phung Hung Ancient House, Japanese Bridge, and Museum
    • Shopping at Hoi An Central Market
    • Boat ride on Hoai River with flower lantern release

    Optional Activities

    • Use elevator for first 146 steps at Marble Mountain (at own expense)
    Landmarks
    Son Tra Peninsula
    Linh Ung Pagoda
    Marble Mountains
    Am Phu Cave
    Stone Carving Village of Non-Nuoc
    Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle
    Hoi An Ancient Town
    Phuc Kien Pagoda
    Japanese Bridge
    Hoi An Central Market
  9. Day 8

    Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge

    Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Santa Luxury Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Royal Lotus Hotel Danang or similar), Hotel 5* (Radisson Hotel Danang or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Dream Stream Cable Car ride with views of Da Nang coastline
    • Visit the Golden Bridge
    • Explore Le Jardin D'amour with nine themed gardens
    • Visit Linh Ung Pagoda
    • Second cable car ride to French Village
    • Street performances and artistic statues viewing
    • Visit Campanile bell tower
    • Visit Nine-Floor Goddess Shrine and Tombstone Temple
    • Watch Carnival Performance Show at Square Du Dome
    • Lava Train ride through Fantasy Park
    • Explore Helios Waterfall, Time Gate, and Moon Kingdom
    • Visit Fantasy Park with Fairy Forest, Dinosaur Park, 5D Wild West, 4D Death Race, 3D Mega 360-degree show, Jurassic Park, Freefall Tower, Horror House, and 90+ free games
    Landmarks
    Ba Na Hills
    Dream Stream Cable Car Station
    Golden Bridge
    Le Jardin D'amour
    French Village
    Fantasy Park
  10. Day 9

    Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh

    Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar), Hotel 5* (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)
  11. Day 10

    Mekong Delta

    Mekong Delta
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar), Hotel 5* (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Explore historic Vinh Trang Pagoda
    • Traditional sampan cruise past Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands
    • Visit Unicorn Island countryside lanes and orchard tours
    • Sample tropical fruits
    • Experience local folk music performances
    • Hand-rowed sampan ride through Thoi Son canal
    • Visit family-run honey farm
    • Honey tea and coconut candy workshop

    Optional Activities

    • Cycle through Tan Thach village
    • Relax in hammock instead of cycling
    Landmarks
    Mekong River
    My Tho
    Vinh Trang Pagoda
    Unicorn Island
    Dragon Island
    Phoenix Island
    Tortoise Island
    Thoi Son Canal
    Tan Thach Village
  12. Day 11

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Ho Chi Minh City
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar), Hotel 5* (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Independence Palace (Reunification Palace)
    • Explore Notre Dame Cathedral
    • Visit Central Post Office
    • Explore War Remnants Museum
    • Visit Cho Lon (Big Market)
    • Visit Thien Hau Pagoda in Chinatown
    • Waterbus cruise along Saigon River
    Landmarks
    Independence Palace
    Norodom Palace
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    Central Post Office
    War Remnants Museum
    Cho Lon
    Thien Hau Pagoda
    Saigon River
    Vinhomes Central Park
    Landmark 81
    Bitexco Financial Tower
  13. Day 12

    Ho Chi Minh City Departure

    Ho Chi Minh City Departure
    End point
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Hotels located in District 1, including Ben Nghe and Tran Quang Khai wards.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    Rick5.0•February 2026
    I give this tour company 6 stars if I could. The trip was wonderful. They curated everything from the tours to the...
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    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Hi Rick, Thank you so much for your generous review and for traveling with us. We’re delighted to hear you and your family had such a meaningful trip back home, and that Hannah’s attentive communication and well-arranged tours and transfers helped make everything effortless. It truly means a lot to have you join us, and we would love to welcome you all again in the future. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Warm regards, Up Travel Vietnam
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    Hùng5.0•November 2025
    Supper organized tours in Vietnam. Everything went smoothly and exactly what is describes on the itinerary. Foods,...
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    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Hi Hung, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that everything flowed seamlessly and that you enjoyed the food, guides, and accommodations throughout the journey. It means a lot to know you felt well looked after from start to finish. We're truly glad you joined us and hope to welcome you or your loved ones again one day. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Best regards, Up Travel Vietnam
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  • Vang
    Vang5.0•November 2025
    We booked this package for group just 2 months in advance. Hannah had contacted us and arranged all things smoothly....
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    Traveled in November 2025
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Hi Vang, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad your 12-day Essence of Vietnam tour went smoothly and that you enjoyed the tasty food, knowledgeable guides, and comfortable accommodations. It’s great to hear Hannah helped make your trip seamless. We’re thrilled you joined us and can’t wait to welcome you back for more Vietnam adventures! A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for joining us in giving back to the community. Warmly, Up Travel Vietnam
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  • Tilan
    Tilan5.0•September 2025
    Led by Jesse
    Very good communication and friendly. Went through all the steps thoroughly. We will definitely be back.
    Traveled in September 2025
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Hi Tilan, Your dishes look amazing! Thank you for joining our cooking class and we look forward to hosting you again soon! Take care, Up Travel Vietnam
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