Hours Before Start
Welcome to Saigon – Vietnam’s largest and most dynamic city. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your driver and tour guide, then transferred to the city center.
After a short break, begin exploring Saigon’s iconic landmarks, including the Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office – both designed by the renowned French architect Gustave Eiffel – followed by a visit to the former Presidential Palace, the former headquarters of the South Vietnamese government during the war.
In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner on a cruise along the Saigon River. Experience the vibrant cityscape as it lights up at night.
Overnight in Saigon.
Today, journey to the Mekong Delta to experience local life and explore the colorful Cai Be floating market.
Leave the bustling city behind for a scenic 3-hour drive to the town of Cai Be. On arrival, board your boat to cruise through the delta’s intricate waterways.
Pass by the floating market, where local boats are brimming with fresh produce. Stop at several family-run workshops to witness the making of rice paper, coconut candies, and puffed rice.
After a delicious lunch at a traditional local house, take a relaxing rowboat ride through narrow canals lined with water palms.
Return to Saigon in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Saigon.
After breakfast, take a morning flight to Danang. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to Hoi An.
On the way, stop to visit the Cham Museum and Marble Mountains.
Once in Hoi An, enjoy a walking tour of the charming Old Town, including visits to the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient merchant houses, Chinese communal halls, and the bustling local market.
Overnight in Hoi An.
After breakfast, drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of My Son Sanctuary, located in a lush green valley.
Once in the spiritual and political center of the Champa Kingdom, My Son is home to a remarkable complex of red-brick temples and towers dating from the 7th to 13th centuries.
Return to Hoi An in the afternoon.
You may choose to have tailor-made clothing created by local artisans or spend time browsing for souvenirs.
Overnight in Hoi An.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi – Vietnam’s capital. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his stilt house in the Presidential Garden. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, dedicated to Confucius and a symbol of Hanoi’s educational heritage.
In the evening, enjoy a guided street food tour through the bustling Old Quarter. Sample famous local dishes such as green papaya salad, Bún Chả, Phở, Bánh Mì, and draft beer.
End your tour with a mini-Vietnamese coffee class – learn about Phin filter coffee, egg coffee, and the history behind Vietnam’s coffee culture.
Overnight in Hanoi.
After breakfast, depart for Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone islands.
Upon arrival, board a traditional wooden cruise and begin your journey through the bay’s stunning scenery.
Enjoy lunch onboard, then take part in various activities such as swimming, kayaking, or simply relaxing on the sundeck.
In the evening, participate in a fun cooking class and watch the sunset over the bay before savoring a delicious dinner.
Overnight on cruise.
Wake up early for a sunrise Tai Chi session on deck.
Enjoy a light breakfast as the cruise continues through the bay. Visit a spectacular cave before returning to the harbor.
A farewell brunch will be served as the boat heads back to port.
Disembark and return to Hanoi by road.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Enjoy your free time until you transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
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