14-Day Vietnam Experiences

Welcome to Hanoi! Our driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi.

08:30 AM: Meet your tour guide and driver at the hotel lobby to start your Hanoi city tour. Begin at the Ho Chi Minh Complex, visiting Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, his Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. Next, head to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology for an insightful look at the cultures and traditions of Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups.

After lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant, visit the historic Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university. Continue to Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, set on a small island in the heart of the lake. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing one-hour cyclo ride through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, followed by a traditional Water Puppet Show. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Note: The itinerary below is a sample program. Detailed activities and timings may vary slightly depending on your selected cruise.

08:15 – 08:30: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi for a comfortable 2.5-hour drive via the expressway to Ha Long Bay.

11:30 – 11:45: Arrive at the cruise lounge and complete the check-in procedures.

12:30: Board the cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and receive a short safety briefing.

13:00 – 14:30: Enjoy lunch while the cruise sails past limestone karst islands and rock formations.

15:30 – 16:30: Explore Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), one of the largest and most impressive caves in Ha Long Bay.

17:30 – 18:30: Relax on the sundeck during sunset, enjoy Happy Hour, or take part in a cooking demonstration.

19:00: Dinner is served at the onboard restaurant.

21:00: Enjoy the evening with activities such as squid fishing and board games, or simply relax on the sundeck.

Overnight onboard in Ha Long Bay.

05:30 – 06:00: Catch the early sunrise over the bay.

06:00 – 06:30: Join an optional morning Tai Chi or relaxation session on the sundeck.

06:30 – 07:30: Enjoy a light breakfast at the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30: Visit Luon Cave by traditional bamboo boat, accompanied by a local boatman.

09:00 – 09:30: Check out of your cabin at reception.

09:30 – 10:30: Enjoy a brunch buffet while the cruise sails back toward the harbor.

11:00: Disembark at the pier and board your transfer back to Hanoi.

Around 03:00 PM: Arrive in Hanoi and enjoy some free time to rest or explore at your leisure.

05:00 PM: Meet your guide for an evening street food tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Start at Bia Hoi Corner to try fresh draft beer, then walk through the narrow streets to sample Vietnamese noodle dishes, savory snacks and flame-grilled skewers. Wrap up the tour with a local dessert before returning to your hotel.

09:00 PM: Transfer to Hanoi Railway Station for the overnight train to Lao Cai, departing at 10:00 PM.

Overnight on the train (standard 4-berth air-conditioned sleeper cabin; private cabin available upon request).

The train arrives at Lao Cai Station around 06:00 AM. Meet your driver at the station for a scenic 45-minute drive along the winding mountain roads to Sapa. Enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant and take some time to rest.

This morning, take the cable car to Fansipan Peak, the highest mountain in Indochina. From the cabin, enjoy views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and the terraced rice fields of Muong Hoa Valley below. Upon reaching the upper station, climb the remaining stone steps, or optionally take the funicular, to reach the summit.

After taking in the panoramic views, descend by cable car to Sapa town. In the afternoon, transfer to Topas Ecolodge for check-in and some time to relax.

Overnight at Topas Ecolodge.

After breakfast, start your walk from the lodge along a quiet trail overlooking the rice terraces. Continue to Lech Village, where you will meet Red Dao families and learn about their traditional way of life, including embroidery and basket weaving.

You may also visit the village school and learn about education in the northern mountain region of Vietnam. On the way back to the lodge, walk along small trails through the rice terraces and cross a suspension bridge while your guide explains more about local farming and daily life in the mountains.

Return to the lodge around noon and enjoy some free time until 02:30 PM. Then board the limousine bus for the journey back to Hanoi.

Arrive in Hanoi at around 08:00 PM and check in to your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Enjoy a free morning in Hanoi. Relax at the hotel or use the time to explore the city, go shopping, or visit places of interest at your own pace.
12:00 PM: Check out of your hotel and enjoy some free time before your airport transfer.
02:30 PM: Your private driver will pick you up and transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport for a 1-hour-20-minute flight to Hue.
Upon arrival at Phu Bai Airport, your driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.
In the evening, enjoy dinner featuring local Hue specialties prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients.

Overnight in Hue.

08:30 AM: Meet your tour guide and driver at the hotel lobby to start your Hue city tour. Begin at the Hue Imperial Citadel, the historic complex that served as the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty, Vietnam’s last royal dynasty.

After lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant, enjoy a peaceful one-hour boat trip along the Perfume River. Disembark at the pier and transfer to the Tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh, known for its distinctive blend of traditional Vietnamese design and European architectural influences.

Return to your hotel in the late afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Overnight in Hue.

08:30 AM: Depart Hue for a scenic coastal drive south to Hoi An. Along the way, stop at Lang Co Beach and drive over Hai Van Pass, enjoying views of the coastline.
Upon arrival in Hoi An, enjoy lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant before checking in to your hotel.
In the afternoon, take a walking tour through Hoi An Ancient Town. Explore its narrow streets lined with wooden merchant houses, the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, and colorful assembly halls. In the late afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Thu Bon River as the town’s lanterns begin to light up.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore Hoi An at your own pace. Relax on An Bang Beach, take a cooking class to learn about Vietnamese cuisine, or visit one of Hoi An’s skilled custom tailors. Alternatively, rent a bicycle and cycle through peaceful countryside villages and nearby rice paddies. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore.

Overnight in Hoi An.

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and enjoy a private transfer to Da Nang International Airport for a 1.5-hour flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, your guide and driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in and some time to refresh.
After lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant, enjoy an afternoon city tour of Ho Chi Minh City, visiting some of its main landmarks, including the historic Reunification Palace, Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office. End the afternoon with a stroll through the bustling Ben Thanh Market.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Enjoy a free morning in Ho Chi Minh City. Relax at your hotel, explore the city at your own pace, or do some shopping before your afternoon excursion.

11:00 AM: Get picked up for a small-group Cu Chi Tunnels excursion by speedboat. Travel along the Saigon River, enjoying views of the changing landscape as you head toward Cu Chi.
Upon arrival, explore the underground tunnel network with your guide and learn about the communication routes, supply lines, medical bunkers, and living quarters used during the war. You will also have the opportunity to walk through a section of the preserved tunnels.
After the tour, enjoy a Vietnamese lunch before returning to Ho Chi Minh City by speedboat.
Around 05:00 PM: Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

08:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel for a drive south to Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta, a journey of about two hours.
Upon arrival around 10:00 AM, board a private boat for a cruise along the Ham Luong River. Make several stops along the way to learn about traditional local crafts and coconut processing techniques passed down through generations.
Enjoy a gentle bicycle ride along quiet village paths, passing through orchards and tropical countryside. Continue to a riverside restaurant for lunch featuring Mekong Delta specialties, including a hands-on cooking demonstration.

In the afternoon, continue exploring the waterways on a traditional hand-rowed sampan through narrow, palm-shaded canals. Return to the main boat and cruise back to the pier before transferring to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving in the late afternoon.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend your remaining time relaxing, doing some last-minute shopping, or strolling through the city at your leisure.
Check out of your hotel by the standard check-out time of 12:00 PM. At the scheduled time, your private driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight.