Experience the highlights of Vietnam from North to South with a taste of limestone island beauty, fascinating history and colourful culture! Sail the serene waters of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Halong Bay on a traditional Junk Boat. Uncover the best of hustling Hanoi from street food to unique architecture with local guides. Take a domestic flight to Danang, the gateway to exploring the Imperial City of Hue and the colourfully french-inspired town of Hoi Ain. Plus, fly to the vibrant metropolitan of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, and learn of Vietnam’s rich war history from your local guide. This 9-day adventure is bursting with fast-pace Vietnamese flavour!
Duration
Destination
Start/Ends in
9 Days
Vietnam
Hanoi / Ho Chi Minh City
Hotels
Group Size
Age Requirement
4 Star
13-35 People
18+
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Why You’ll Love This Tour
This 9-day trek through Vietnam hits the highlights of Vietnam from exotic island landscapes to breath-taking Imperial cities and metropolitan heartlands for new cultures and cuisines!
Enjoy two included domestic flights to save on travel time. Plus, all breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner is included in the tour package.
Stay in carefully-selected 4-star hotels and travel with a local expert guide in the comfort of private, air-conditioned vehicles.
Sail amongst the UNESCO World Heritage-listed limestone islands of North-West Vietnam and spend an evening onboard a traditional Junk Boat, sleeping in Halong Bay – one of South-East Asia’s most scenic backdrops!
Learn of the incredible war history, historic dynasties, and captivating cultures on included city tours with local guides in Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh.
Shape your Vietnam adventure with unforgettable optional extras including Kayaking in Halong Bay, guided Hoi An tours on vintage Vespas, Vietnamese cooking classes, Cu Chi Tunnel tour, or visit the Gold Hand Bridge for epic panoramic views and photo opportunities!
Dedicated to this period and the Champa existence which began predominantly in the coastal area. Housing the largest exhibition of Cham sculpture in the World
Cu Chi Tunnel
The Chu Chi Tunnels are part of a massive war museum in Ho Chi Minh. They offer a sneak-peek at the underground life of Vietnamese soldiers back in 1948.
Dog Island
Dog Island is close to the west of Dau Go Grotto and is one of 1969 islands in island complex, it is the sympol of peaceful sea and safety for sailing junks in the bay.
Dong Ba Bustling Market
The Dong Ba Market traces it provenance way back in Hue history. Historically, the market stood outside the Hue Citadel and was the largest commercial center.
Flag Tower
Flag tower is one of Hue monument complex. After being constructed under Emperor Gia Long's reign.The flag tower consists of two parts including tower and the flag pole.
Ga Choi Island
Ga Choi Island (Fighting Cock Island), which is no doubt one of the most unique and popular features that has appeared as symbol of Halong Bay.
Golden Hand
Known as the Golden Bridge, it stands 1,400m above sea level above the Ba Na hills, offering majestic panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Hanoi
Known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade.
Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Discover the life and legacy of Ho Chi Minh in a vast complex that constitutes the famous One Pillar Pagoda, the Vietnam leader's gardens and residence.
Hoi An
Hoi An Ancient Town is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century.
Imperial City of Hue
The ancient Hue was recognized by UNESCO as one of the World Heritage Sites. This city is the cradle of Vietnamese culture and used to be the national capital.
Marble mountain
The Marble Mountains are a cluster of five hills made from limestone and marble in Da Nang. It's also a well-known pilgrimage site with peaks, caves, tunnels and temples.
Ngoc Son Temple
The temple is dedicated to General Tran Hung Dao (who defeated the Mongols in the 13th century), La To (patron saint of physicians) and the scholar Van Xuong.
Notre Dame Cathedral
Situated at the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Notre Dame Cathedral, aka Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica or Cathedral Basilica of the Lady of the Immaculate Conception
One Pillar Pagoda
Built of wood on a single stone pillar, the pagoda is designed to resemble a lotus blossom, the symbol of purity, rising out of a sea of sorrow.
Royal Tombs of Khai Dinh
The monument is a synthesis of Vietnamese and European elements. Most of the tomb’s grandiose exterior is covered in darkened, weathered concrete.
Temple of Literature (Van Mieu)
Having gone through several destructions and restorations, the Temple of Literature still retains its original features. Signifying a hallmark of education in ancient Vietnam and its great value to the Vietnamese people.
Thien Mu Pagoda
Thien Mu Pagoda (namely Heaven Fairy Lady Pagoda), also known as Linh Mu Pagoda, is one of the most fascinating and ancient pagoda in Hue city.
War Remnants Museum
This interesting and well-curated museum is a must-do for any visitor to Saigon given the impact of the American War, as it is known in Vietnam.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Welcome to Vietnam! Meet your guide and new tour mates in the hotel lobby at 6.00pm for an informal welcome meeting. Afterwards, get amongst the hustle of Hanoi for an optional tour group dinner or explore the night markets and busy streets as they come to life after dark!
Accommodation Bonne Nuit Hotel – 4 Star
Included Activities Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities Group Dinner
Enjoy a full day in Hanoi to explore the streets swarmed with buzzing motorbikes, delicate scents, and delicious street food. Be sure to try a traditional Vietnamese coffee and wander the Old Quarter for an epic fusion of French, Chinese, and Vietnamese architecture. Then, meet up with the tour group at 1.00pm for a half-day guided city tour! You’ll visit President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, residence, and One Pillar Pagoda. Then, visit the breath-taking Temple of Literature and surrounding gardens, built as a university in 1080, and dedicated to Confucious. Finish the guided city tour with a walk around the famous Hoan Kiem Lake to take in the peace and quiet of Ngoc Son Temple, a pagoda sitting on a small island in the center of the lake! Wrap up your last night in Hanoi exploring the streets or join an optional Hanoi street food by night walking tour.
Accommodation Bonne Nuit Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Hanoi City Tour
Optional Activities Hanoi street food by night (walking tour) – 25 USD
Entrance Fees President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum and residence – 4 USD
Temple of Literature – 1.50 USD
Ngoc Son Temple – 1.50 USD
Today you’ll farewell the capital and head towards the dreamy, UNESCO World Heritage-listed region of Halong Bay! On the way, you’ll pass lush paddy fields by the Red River Delta before arriving at Tuan Chau wharf by midday. Then it’s all aboard a traditional Junk Boat for the true Halong Bay experience. Kick back and soak in the serenity on board as you drift past the abundance of limestone islands with lunch served at 1.00pm. In the afternoon, stop to visit some of the islands, explore the intricate cave systems on foot, or join the optional Kayaking activity. Then it’s back on board to savor sunset moments over the picturesque backdrop before dinner is served at 7.00 pm. Spend the evening relaxing on board, chatting at the bar, or trying your luck at squid fishing off the Junk Boat.
Accommodation Traditional Junk Boat
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities Halong Bay Cruise
Optional Activities
Kayaking – 10 USD
Morning views don’t get much better than this! Coffee and tea will be served from 7.00am, but take it slow as you enjoy the leisurely vibes from the Junk Boat deck. Snap some final pics of the dreamy islands of Halong Bay, including Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island and Sail Island. Check out is at 9.00am and Brunch will be served by 9.30am as you cruise back to the pier and say farewell to Halong Bay and your incredible Junk Boat Crew! This afternoon we’ll make our way to Danang via domestic flight, then transfer to our hotel in Hoi An – one of Vietnam’s most beautiful cities!
Accommodation Vinh Hung Riverside Resort – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities Halong Bay Cruise
Good morning from Hoi An! In centuries gone by, Hoi An was once a bustling port for a myriad of various traders. Today, it is a delightful riverside town with tranquillity and charm that attracts visitors far and wide. Get your bearings with a guided tour through the Old Quarter and fall in love with the Japanese Covered Bridge, visit a historic trader’s home, check out the French Colonial architecture and Chinese Assembly Hall. In the afternoon enjoy free time to visit one of Vietnam’s famous tailors for custom-made clothing or hire a bicycle and head to An Bang beach for seaside vibes and fresh seafood. If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, join an optional city and street food tour on Vespa, take a guided countryside bike tour or put your cooking skills to the test with a Vietnamese cooking class!
Accommodation Vinh Hung Riverside Resort – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Hoi An Walking Tour
Optional Activities
City tour and street food by Vintage Vespa – 60 USD
Countryside tour by bike – 20 USD
Cooking class – 30 USD
Entrance Fees
Hoia An ancient town – 8 USD
Free time in the morning to catch some final sights in Hoi An, pick up your tailor-made clothing or wander the boutique stores. In the afternoon, travel from Hoi An to visit the Marble Mountains and Cham Museum. Don’t miss out on the optional visit to the Golden Hand Bridge. Standing 1,400m above sea level the gold-coloured footbridge held aloft by two giant stone hands offers majestic panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. Then, hit the road and take in the scenic views of Hai Van Pass en route to Hue. There’ll be free time in the afternoon to explore the beautifully decorated pavilions and lotus flower ponds at your own pace. We recommend hopping on a Cyclo ride to see the city from a new and exciting angle in your own time.
Accommodation Muong Thanh Luxury Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Optional Activities
Golden Hand Bridge tour – 60 USD
Roundtrip cable car & private transfer – 35 USD
Although many of the finest buildings of Hue (pronounced ‘hway’) were devastatingly destroyed during the American War, the historic UNESCO World Heritage-listed city still resonates with the glories of imperial Vietnam. Today we’ll spend a full day exploring Hue on a guided city tour from 8.00am. You’ll visit the Old Imperial City, Flag Tower, Thien Mu Pagoda, Dong Ba market and Royal Tombs of Khai Dinh. Have your camera ready for some of the most beautiful architecture you’ll see in all of Vietnam! In the afternoon, take a domestic flight to Ho Chi Min and rest up for a big day to come.
Accommodation Alagon Saigon Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities Hue City Tour
Entrance Fees
Imperial Citadel – 9 USD
Royal Tombs of Khai Dinh – 7 USD
Kick-start your time in Ho Chi Minh city with a guided city pickup at the hotel for half day city tour through the highlights of the exhilarating city. Visit the historic Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum, followed by the architectural treats of French colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and the iconic Post Office. Take an optional tour to the world-famous Cu Chi Tunnels and learn stories of the Vietnamese who dug these tunnels and started a new life underground, to escape the war. Then, end your day at the Ben Thanh Market and try some traditional Bánh mì, Pho and Bia hơi.
Accommodation Alagon Saigon Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Optional Activities
Cu Chi Tunnel tour – 25 USD
Saigon Vespa and street food tour at night – 60 USD
Entrance Fees
Reunification palace entry – 2 USD
War Remnants Museum – 2 USD
After breakfast at the hotel, our trip will end in Ho Chin Minh City as we say goodbye to our new travel mates and check-out of the hotel by 11.00 am.
Meals Included Breakfast
Day 1 Hanoi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Hanoi
Welcome to Vietnam! Meet your guide and new tour mates in the hotel lobby at 6.00pm for an informal welcome meeting. Afterwards, get amongst the hustle of Hanoi for an optional tour group dinner or explore the night markets and busy streets as they come to life after dark!
Accommodation Bonne Nuit Hotel – 4 Star
Included Activities Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities Group Dinner
Day 2 Hanoi City Tour
Detailed Itinerary
Day 2 Hanoi City Tour
Enjoy a full day in Hanoi to explore the streets swarmed with buzzing motorbikes, delicate scents, and delicious street food. Be sure to try a traditional Vietnamese coffee and wander the Old Quarter for an epic fusion of French, Chinese, and Vietnamese architecture. Then, meet up with the tour group at 1.00pm for a half-day guided city tour! You’ll visit President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, residence, and One Pillar Pagoda. Then, visit the breath-taking Temple of Literature and surrounding gardens, built as a university in 1080, and dedicated to Confucious. Finish the guided city tour with a walk around the famous Hoan Kiem Lake to take in the peace and quiet of Ngoc Son Temple, a pagoda sitting on a small island in the center of the lake! Wrap up your last night in Hanoi exploring the streets or join an optional Hanoi street food by night walking tour.
Accommodation Bonne Nuit Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Hanoi City Tour
Optional Activities Hanoi street food by night (walking tour) – 25 USD
Entrance Fees President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum and residence – 4 USD
Temple of Literature – 1.50 USD
Ngoc Son Temple – 1.50 USD
Day 3 Hanoi, Halong Bay Cruise
Detailed Itinerary
Day 3 Hanoi, Halong Bay Cruise
Today you’ll farewell the capital and head towards the dreamy, UNESCO World Heritage-listed region of Halong Bay! On the way, you’ll pass lush paddy fields by the Red River Delta before arriving at Tuan Chau wharf by midday. Then it’s all aboard a traditional Junk Boat for the true Halong Bay experience. Kick back and soak in the serenity on board as you drift past the abundance of limestone islands with lunch served at 1.00pm. In the afternoon, stop to visit some of the islands, explore the intricate cave systems on foot, or join the optional Kayaking activity. Then it’s back on board to savor sunset moments over the picturesque backdrop before dinner is served at 7.00 pm. Spend the evening relaxing on board, chatting at the bar, or trying your luck at squid fishing off the Junk Boat.
Accommodation Traditional Junk Boat
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities Halong Bay Cruise
Optional Activities
Kayaking – 10 USD
Day 4 Halong Bay, Flight to Danang, Hoi An
Detailed Itinerary
Day 4 Halong Bay, Flight to Danang, Hoi An
Morning views don’t get much better than this! Coffee and tea will be served from 7.00am, but take it slow as you enjoy the leisurely vibes from the Junk Boat deck. Snap some final pics of the dreamy islands of Halong Bay, including Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island and Sail Island. Check out is at 9.00am and Brunch will be served by 9.30am as you cruise back to the pier and say farewell to Halong Bay and your incredible Junk Boat Crew! This afternoon we’ll make our way to Danang via domestic flight, then transfer to our hotel in Hoi An – one of Vietnam’s most beautiful cities!
Accommodation Vinh Hung Riverside Resort – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities Halong Bay Cruise
Day 5 Hoi An
Detailed Itinerary
Day 5 Hoi An
Good morning from Hoi An! In centuries gone by, Hoi An was once a bustling port for a myriad of various traders. Today, it is a delightful riverside town with tranquillity and charm that attracts visitors far and wide. Get your bearings with a guided tour through the Old Quarter and fall in love with the Japanese Covered Bridge, visit a historic trader’s home, check out the French Colonial architecture and Chinese Assembly Hall. In the afternoon enjoy free time to visit one of Vietnam’s famous tailors for custom-made clothing or hire a bicycle and head to An Bang beach for seaside vibes and fresh seafood. If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, join an optional city and street food tour on Vespa, take a guided countryside bike tour or put your cooking skills to the test with a Vietnamese cooking class!
Accommodation Vinh Hung Riverside Resort – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Hoi An Walking Tour
Optional Activities
City tour and street food by Vintage Vespa – 60 USD
Countryside tour by bike – 20 USD
Cooking class – 30 USD
Entrance Fees
Hoia An ancient town – 8 USD
Day 6 Hoi An, Marble Mountain, Golden Hand Bridge, Hue
Detailed Itinerary
Day 6 Hoi An, Marble Mountain, Golden Hand Bridge, Hue
Free time in the morning to catch some final sights in Hoi An, pick up your tailor-made clothing or wander the boutique stores. In the afternoon, travel from Hoi An to visit the Marble Mountains and Cham Museum. Don’t miss out on the optional visit to the Golden Hand Bridge. Standing 1,400m above sea level the gold-coloured footbridge held aloft by two giant stone hands offers majestic panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. Then, hit the road and take in the scenic views of Hai Van Pass en route to Hue. There’ll be free time in the afternoon to explore the beautifully decorated pavilions and lotus flower ponds at your own pace. We recommend hopping on a Cyclo ride to see the city from a new and exciting angle in your own time.
Accommodation Muong Thanh Luxury Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Optional Activities
Golden Hand Bridge tour – 60 USD
Roundtrip cable car & private transfer – 35 USD
Day 7 Hue City Tour, Flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Detailed Itinerary
Day 7 Hue City Tour, Flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Although many of the finest buildings of Hue (pronounced ‘hway’) were devastatingly destroyed during the American War, the historic UNESCO World Heritage-listed city still resonates with the glories of imperial Vietnam. Today we’ll spend a full day exploring Hue on a guided city tour from 8.00am. You’ll visit the Old Imperial City, Flag Tower, Thien Mu Pagoda, Dong Ba market and Royal Tombs of Khai Dinh. Have your camera ready for some of the most beautiful architecture you’ll see in all of Vietnam! In the afternoon, take a domestic flight to Ho Chi Min and rest up for a big day to come.
Accommodation Alagon Saigon Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities Hue City Tour
Entrance Fees
Imperial Citadel – 9 USD
Royal Tombs of Khai Dinh – 7 USD
Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Detailed Itinerary
Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Kick-start your time in Ho Chi Minh city with a guided city pickup at the hotel for half day city tour through the highlights of the exhilarating city. Visit the historic Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum, followed by the architectural treats of French colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and the iconic Post Office. Take an optional tour to the world-famous Cu Chi Tunnels and learn stories of the Vietnamese who dug these tunnels and started a new life underground, to escape the war. Then, end your day at the Ben Thanh Market and try some traditional Bánh mì, Pho and Bia hơi.
Accommodation Alagon Saigon Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Optional Activities
Cu Chi Tunnel tour – 25 USD
Saigon Vespa and street food tour at night – 60 USD
Entrance Fees
Reunification palace entry – 2 USD
War Remnants Museum – 2 USD
Day 9 Ho Chi Minh City
Detailed Itinerary
Day 9 Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast at the hotel, our trip will end in Ho Chin Minh City as we say goodbye to our new travel mates and check-out of the hotel by 11.00 am.
Airport transfers for the included domestic flights on the tour.
Tour Guiding
Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism
Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access ( where available )
What is NOT included?
What is NOT included?
- Any flights not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
- Meals not stated above
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips and gestures
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary
Dates & Rates
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.
Bonne Nuit Hotel offers luxurious and modern accommodation in Hanoi's Old Town and a short 15-minute walk from Hanoi Old City Gate and Hoan Kiem Lake.
TRADITIONAL JUNK
Halong Bay
SUPERIOR JUNK
Sleep onboard a traditional-style boat and set sail through hundreds of limestone islands that rise dramatically from the emerald waters of the bay.
VINH HUNG RIVERSIDE
Hoian
4 Star
Located on the bank of the romantic Thu Bon River, Vinh Hung Riverside Resort is a short walk from Hoi An's ancient town and offers elegant rooms with river view.
MUONG THANH HOTEL
Hue
4 Star
Muong Thanh Hotels features a panoramic picture of Hue City, Perfume River, Trang Tien bridge and Hue citadel.This hotel has a Spa center.
ALAGON HOTEL
Saigon
4 Star
Enjoying a prime location in the heart of the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City's District 1, Alagon Hotel & Spa features modern rooms and rooftop pool.
Accommodation
Hanoi
BONNE NUIT HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Halong Bay
TRADITIONAL JUNK
SUPERIOR JUNK
Accommodation
Hoian
VINH HUNG RIVERSIDE
4 Star
Accommodation
Hue
MUONG THANH HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Saigon
ALAGON HOTEL
4 Star
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Why You’ll Love This Tour
This 9-day trek through Vietnam hits the highlights of Vietnam from exotic island landscapes to breath-taking Imperial cities and metropolitan heartlands for new cultures and cuisines!
Enjoy two included domestic flights to save on travel time. Plus, all breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner is included in the tour package.
Stay in carefully-selected 4-star hotels and travel with a local expert guide in the comfort of private, air-conditioned vehicles.
Sail amongst the UNESCO World Heritage-listed limestone islands of North-West Vietnam and spend an evening onboard a traditional Junk Boat, sleeping in Halong Bay – one of South-East Asia’s most scenic backdrops!
Learn of the incredible war history, historic dynasties, and captivating cultures on included city tours with local guides in Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh.
Shape your Vietnam adventure with unforgettable optional extras including Kayaking in Halong Bay, guided Hoi An tours on vintage Vespas, Vietnamese cooking classes, Cu Chi Tunnel tour, or visit the Gold Hand Bridge for epic panoramic views and photo opportunities!