VIETNAM 8N/9D

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What you can expect

  • Discover the historic Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the iconic Mausoleum, Stilt House, and the unique One Pillar Pagoda.
  • Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and relax by the serene Hoan Kiem Lake with its Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple.
  • Trek to Cat Cat village, visit the Hydroelectric Power Station, enjoy local performances, and learn about the traditions of the H’Mong and Dao people.
  • Uncover the lively Sapa Love Market, where you can experience traditional Mong and Dao culture.
  • Take the cable car to Fansipan peak at 3,143 meters for an unforgettable experience.
  • Cruise through Halong Bay’s stunning limestone karsts, enjoy kayaking or bamboo boating, and unwind with a seafood dinner and evening activities.
  • Start your day with Tai Chi at sunrise, enjoy breakfast, and explore a peaceful lagoon or floating village.
  • Paddle a traditional basket boat through Cam Thanh Coconut Village and try local fishing techniques.
  • Stroll through Hoi An Old Town and explore centuries-old houses, cultural sites, and charming alleyways.
  • Float along the Hoai River at sunset, releasing lanterns for luck and soaking in the magical glow of lantern-lit streets.
  • Ride the famous cable car to Ba Na Hills, walk on the breathtaking Golden Bridge, and explore the fairytale-like French Village.
  • Experience HCMC history with visits to Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum

What’s in the Package !!!

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners, 1 Brunch

*Indian/Vietnamese/Veg .. Food

Accommodations

Hanoi (2 nights), Sapa (1 night), Halong Bay (1 night), Da Nang (2 nights), Ho Chi Minh City (2 nights)

Transports

Car, Shuttle bus

Included Services

  • Accommodations based on twin/double/triple occupancy (Standard check-in time: ~14:00 – 15:00, standard check-out time: ~11:00 – 12:00 noon)
  • Meals mentioned in the itinerary: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch,D: Dinner
  • Tours and sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Cruise in Halong Bay
  • Transfers by vehicles with A/C
    • Private airport transfers
    • Private vehicle(s) for private tour(s)
    • Shared bus for SIC tours/joint-in tours
  • Boat trip(s) as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tour guide(s) escort as per the itinerary (English-speaking guides – different guides in different cities or SIC/joint-in tours)
  • 2 Bottles of water on vehicles for 1 day tour, 1 Bottle of water for half day tour

 

Excluded Services :

  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • E-Visa to Vietnam
  • Single Supplement. Early check-in and late check-out charges. Room upgrades.
  • Flights tickets (International and Domestic) and airport taxes
  • Bank transfer fees for payment and taxes (GST, TCS…)
  • Personal expenses (laundry, beverages, and tips for SIC tours / joint-in tours’ staff, hotels’ staff, restaurants’ staff, boatmen…) and services not mentioned.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – Half Day City Tour – Private Tour

Welcome to Hanoi! Upon arrival, your guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Rooms are available from 2:00 PM, so take some time to relax after your flight.

Start your Hanoi adventure with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you can view the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of the Father of Vietnam. Nearby, you’ll see Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, where he lived and worked from 1958 to 1969. Next, let’s explore the unique One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy.

Continue to the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam, established in 1070. Then, unwind at Hoan Kiem Lake, where the Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple offer a peaceful and reflective setting.

Meals are at your leisure. Spend the night relaxing in your hotel.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Hanoi
  • Meals:None
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide
  • Transfer:Private car

Day 2: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village (B, L, D) – Joint in Tour

At 06:30 AM, your day begins with a hotel pick-up, followed by a picturesque bus transfer to Sapa, and the cost of the bus ticket is included. You will arrive in Sapa at 01:00 PM, where you will be greeted by your tour guide and escorted to the hotel for a wonderful lunch and check-in.

Next, at 02:00 PM, have a trekking experience to Cat Cat village, where you visit the Hydroelectric Power Station and enjoy local performances and are exposed to the unique traditions of the H’Mong and Dao people.

Evening comes around, and following a delicious dinner at 07:00 PM, you have an optional evening walk around town or the Saturday night Sapa Love Market, an evening that is an homage to the local traditional culture of the Mong and Dao communities. It takes place each Saturday evening with a lively display of local tradition. You return to the hotel for an overnight stay, bringing an end to a day of discovery and immersion into local ways.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Sapa
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide
  • Transfer:Sleeping bus & Group transfer

Day 3: Sapa – Fansipan – Hanoi (B, L) – Joint in Tour

After breakfast, your car transports you and drives you to the Fansipan cable car station. Here you receive tickets to climb to the legendary Fansipan peak at a height of 3,143 meters, including a complimentary shuttle guide for the ride.

Then go back to the hotel for check-out and deposit your luggage at the front desk. Have lunch and go shopping at Sapa’s central market for local brocade goods and specialties. In the afternoon, take the bus back to Hanoi, stopping on the way. End of tour at the car office, and on your way back to the hotel.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Hanoi
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide
  • Transfer:Group transfer & Sleeping bus

Day 4: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D) – Overnight Cruise

A scenic journey from Hanoi commences your Halong Bay adventure. Upon boarding the luxurious cruise, a welcome drink and a delectable lunch await. The vessel glides through iconic limestone karsts, offering breathtaking views.

The afternoon presents opportunities to explore the bay. Guests can choose kayaking or a bamboo boat ride through serene waterways. As the sun sets, relax on the sundeck and join a cooking class. A sumptuous seafood dinner follows, and the evening offers activities like squid fishing or stargazing.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:Overnight on cruise
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide on cruise
  • Transfer:Shuttle bus

Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, Br) – Fly to Da Nang

Enjoy a relaxing morning and sunbathing in Halong Bay after breakfast. Brunch is served on board around 11:30 AM on the way back to Hanoi. You arrive in Hanoi between 03:00 and 03:30 PM, with free time before catching your flight to Da Nang. On arrival, you are greeted and transferred to your hotel for quick check-in.

Meals are your own. Overnight in Da Nang.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Da Nang
  • Meals:Breakfast, Brunch
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide on cruise
  • Transfer:Shuttle bus & Private car

Day 6: Da Nang – Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle – Hoi An Ancient Town (B, D) – Joint in Tour

Around 12:00 PM, your guide and driver will pick you up from your Da Nang hotel and head to Cam Thanh Coconut Village. Glide through peaceful palm-lined waterways in a traditional Vietnamese basket boat and try your hand at local fishing techniques. This immersive experience offers a glimpse into the daily life of central Vietnam’s river communities.

By 02:30 PM, continue your journey to Hoi An Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site where history whispers from every alley. Highlights include:

  • Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall:Admire vibrant gates and dragon-lined rooftops while learning about ancestral worship.
  • Phung Hung or Tan Ky Ancient House:Step into centuries-old merchant homes, beautifully preserved through storms and war.
  • Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House:A brief yet captivating cultural show featuring music and storytelling.
  • Japanese Covered Bridge:Cross this iconic 400-year-old bridge and discover the intricate carvings and rich symbolism within.
  • Local galleries and craft shops:Wander through quiet lanes and browse charming boutiques tucked into historic buildings.

At 06:00 PM, enjoy a tranquil boat ride along the Hoai River. Release flower lanterns into the water — a meaningful local tradition to wish for good luck and happiness.

After exploring the lantern-lit streets and vibrant night market, return to your hotel around 06:30 PM. Dinner is on your own this evening. Overnight in Da Nang.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Da Nang
  • Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide
  • Transfer: Group transfer

Day 7: Da Nang – Ba Na Hills – Golden Bridge (B, L) – Joint in Tour – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

Your day begins with a convenient hotel pickup, followed by a stunning ride to Ba Na Hills via a cable car. Take an incredible journey on Southeast Asia’s latest cable car, gazing at the wonderful scenery of Da Nang’s coastline.

Once at the top, you can view the renowned Golden Bridge, stroll through the beautiful Le Jardin D’amour gardens, and explore the serene Linh Ung Pagoda.

Then take another cable car ride to the French Village, where you’ll find a charming European ambiance. Hear street music, see artistic sculptures, and watch a colorful carnival performance. Savor a buffet lunch, then take the Lava Train ride to witness new attractions like the Helios Waterfall and the Moon Kingdom.

Don’t miss out on the fun at Fantasy Park, which has plenty of diverse rides and attractions. Your day ends with a cable car ride back and a relaxing minivan drive to your hotel.

Our driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh city. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide
  • Transfer:Group transfer & Private car

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh Half Day City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L) – Joint in Tour

Start the day by visiting the Ho Chi Minh City landmarks. You can view the iconic Independence Palace, which represents reunification, and admire the French colonial styles of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. The War Remnants Museum has a poignant and moving experience as it showcases the effects of Vietnam’s conflicts.

Following a local lunch, you’ll venture to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary example of wartime ingenuity. Discover the underground network, learn how it functioned, and experience the conditions faced by Vietnamese soldiers. You’ll have the opportunity to taste local tea and cassava, and those interested can try their hand at the shooting range before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Our Service

  • Accommodation:Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
  • Tour Guide:English speaking guide
  • Transfer:Group transfer

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (B)

On this day, enjoy some free time at your leisure until our driver picks you up for the transfer to the airport for your departure flight (without guide).

Meals are on your own. End of services.

Our Services:

  • Accommodation:None
  • Meals:Breakfast
  • Tour Guide:None
  • Transfer:Private car

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