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Private Viet Nam 17 Days 16 Nights - Vietnam Explorer & Relaxation
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Private Viet Nam 17 Days 16 Nights - Vietnam Explorer & Relaxation

17 days - Private Viet Nam 17 Days 16 Nights - Vietnam Explorer & Relaxation

Tour code: GAV17
Indulge in the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation on this 17-day Vietnam tour. Begin your journey in the south, uncovering the delights of Ho Chi Minh, Mui Ne, and Da Lat. Journey north to discover the cultural treasures of Da Nang and Hoi An before unwinding amidst the stunning scenery of Ha Noi, Ninh Binh, and the idyllic Cat Ba Island. This is your chance to truly experience the best of Vietnam.

DESTINATION

  • Viet Nam: Ho Chi Minh city, Mui Ne, Da Lat, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ha Noi, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay
Starts in Ho Chi Minh city, Viet Nam
Ends in Ha Noi, Viet Nam
TOUR TYPE: Private tour
TRAVEL STYLE: Luxury Tours, Highlight Tours, Classic Tours

Pricelist

All rates are per person (in USD), curated according to your group's size for an entirely private journey.
Hotel standard:
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax 9 pax 10+ pax Single Supp
Adults $3,594 $2,523 $2,365 $2,210 $2,117 $2,055 $2,101 $2,056 $2,022 $1,994 $568
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax 9 pax 10+ pax Single Supp
Adults $3,956 $2,826 $2,668 $2,513 $2,420 $2,358 $2,404 $2,359 $2,325 $2,297 $812
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax 9 pax 10+ pax Single Supp
Adults $4,618 $3,473 $3,315 $3,160 $3,067 $3,005 $3,051 $3,006 $2,972 $2,944 $1444

Itinerary

Let's Explore the Brief Itinerary and its Detailed Daily Schedule
DAY MAIN ACTIVITIES OVERNIGHT IN
DAY 1 HO CHI MINH (SAI GON) ARRIVAL (-) Ho Chi Minh
DAY 2 HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNELS (B, L) Ho Chi Minh
DAY 3 HO CHI MINH – MUI NE BY PRIVATE CAR (B) Mui Ne
DAY 4 MUI NE ADVENTURE – SAND DUNES & CULTURAL (B) Mui Ne
DAY 5 MUI NE – DA LAT BY PRIVATE CAR (B) Da Lat
DAY 6 DA LAT EXPLORING FULL DAY (B, L) Da Lat
DAY 7 DA LAT – FLY TO DA NANG – HOI AN (B) Hoi An
DAY 8 HOI AN WALKING TOUR – TRA QUE VILLAGE COOKING CLASS – BASKET BOAT RIDE (B, L) Hoi An
DAY 9 HOI AN – BA NA HILLS (B, L) Hoi An
DAY 10 HOI AN – FREE DAY (B) Hoi An
DAY 11 HOI AN – FLY TO HA NOI (B) Ha Noi
DAY 12 HA NOI CITY TOUR FULL DAY (B, L) Ha Noi
DAY 13 HA NOI – NINH BINH FULL DAY (B, L) Ha Noi
DAY 14 HA NOI – CAT BA ISLAND – CAT BA NATIONAL PARK (B, L, D) Cat Ba
DAY 15 CAT BA – LAN HA BAY (B, L, D) Cat Ba
DAY 16 CAT BA ISLAND – HA NOI (B, L) Ha Noi
DAY 17 HA NOI DEPARTURE (B)
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DAY 1. HO CHI MINH (SAI GON) ARRIVAL -

HO CHI MINH (SAI GON) ARRIVAL HO CHI MINH (SAI GON) ARRIVAL

  • Arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Look for the guide or driver holding a sign with your name.

  • Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City.

  • The rest of the day is free for relaxation or independent exploration.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 2. HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNELS B, L

HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNELS HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNELS

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8 am, meet your driver and guide for a city tour of Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Visit the Independence Palace (Reunification Palace).

  • Explore French colonial sites including Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office.

  • Visit the War Remnants Museum.

  • Around 12 pm, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

  • In the afternoon, depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels (approximately 1.5-hour drive).

  • Watch an introductory video about the tunnels.

  • Explore the tunnel systems, including living areas and wartime facilities.

  • See hidden traps and learn about the tunnel's security measures.

  • Taste local tea and cassava (wartime guerrilla food).

  • Option to try shooting guns.

  • Return to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City after the Cu Chi Tunnels tour.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 3. HO CHI MINH – MUI NE BY PRIVATE CAR B

HO CHI MINH – MUI NE BY PRIVATE CAR HO CHI MINH – MUI NE BY PRIVATE CAR

  • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:30 AM, your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City for a scenic 5-hour drive to Mui Ne.

  • Check in to your accommodation upon arrival in Mui Ne.

  • Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure, perhaps on the beach or at your hotel.

Overnight in Mui Ne

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 4. MUI NE ADVENTURE – SAND DUNES & CULTURAL B

 MUI NE ADVENTURE – SAND DUNES & CULTURAL  MUI NE ADVENTURE – SAND DUNES & CULTURAL

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • Enjoy a free morning to relax.

  • At 12:45 PM, begin your afternoon tour.

  • Visit the Fairy Stream, spending about an hour walking and taking photos.

  • Explore the nearby fishing village to experience local life.

  • Head to the White Sand Dunes for approximately an hour to enjoy the scenery (optional ATV ride available for an extra cost).

  • On the way to the Red Sand Dunes, stop for photos along the beach road.

  • Watch the sunset at the Red Sand Dunes.

  • Return to your hotel.

Overnight in Mui Ne

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 5. MUI NE – DA LAT BY PRIVATE CAR B

MUI NE – DA LAT BY PRIVATE CAR MUI NE – DA LAT BY PRIVATE CAR

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 9:00 AM, your driver will pick you up for a 4-hour private car transfer to Da Lat.

  • Check in to your accommodation in Da Lat.

  • Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing or independently exploring the sights of Da Lat.

Overnight in Da Lat

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 6. DA LAT EXPLORING FULL DAY B, L

DA LAT EXPLORING FULL DAY DA LAT EXPLORING FULL DAY

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:00 am, you will be picked up from your hotel.

  • Take a cable car ride at Robin Hill for panoramic views of Da Lat and Paradise Lake.

  • Visit Truc Lam Zen Monastery, one of Vietnam's largest Zen universities, known for its serene scenery and flower gardens by Tuyen Lam Lake.

  • Explore the Clay Tunnel, featuring clay sculptures of historical and cultural landmarks of Da Lat.

  • Visit Datanla Waterfall, with an option for a roller coaster ride or a walk to the bottom.

  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Explore the French Quarter, seeing original French colonial-style villas built in the 1920s and 30s.

  • Visit a Weasel Coffee Farm to learn about the unique coffee-making process.

  • Visit Linh Phuoc Pagoda (Broken Glass Pagoda), known for its intricate dragon design made from broken glass and impressive Buddhist statues.

  • Return to your hotel.

Overnight in Da Lat

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 7. DA LAT – FLY TO DA NANG – HOI AN B

DA LAT – FLY TO DA NANG – HOI AN DA LAT – FLY TO DA NANG – HOI AN

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • After breakfast, your driver will transfer you to Lien Khuong Airport for your flight to Da Nang.

  • Upon arrival at Da Nang Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in Hoi An Ancient Town.

  • Enjoy the rest of the day exploring Hoi An at your own pace.

Overnight in Hoi An

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 8. HOI AN WALKING TOUR – TRA QUE VILLAGE COOKING CLASS – BASKET BOAT RIDE B, L

HOI AN WALKING TOUR – TRA QUE VILLAGE COOKING CLASS – BASKET BOAT RIDE HOI AN WALKING TOUR – TRA QUE VILLAGE COOKING CLASS – BASKET BOAT RIDE

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:00 AM, begin your exploration of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visiting the historic Tan Ky Old House, the Fukien Assembly Hall, the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, and strolling through the vibrant Hoi An Market.

  • At 11:00 AM, escape to the peaceful Tra Que Organic Village just outside Hoi An. Walk through the vegetable gardens, learn about traditional farming techniques, and participate in a hands-on cooking class to prepare local dishes. Enjoy the delicious lunch you've cooked.

  • After lunch, travel to the serene Cam Thanh region for a peaceful bamboo basket boat trip through the Coconut Palm Forest. Enjoy fresh coconut juice before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Hoi An

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 9. HOI AN – BA NA HILLS B, L

HOI AN – BA NA HILLS HOI AN – BA NA HILLS

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:00 AM, begin your trip to Ba Na Hills.

  • Experience four seasons in one day and enjoy festivals, activities, and diverse cuisine.

  • Ascend via the world's longest non-stop single-track cable car, enjoying panoramic mountain views.

  • Visit the famous Golden Bridge, supported by giant stone hands, offering stunning scenery.

  • Explore Le Jardin D’Amour with its themed gardens and Linh Ung Pagoda.

  • Enjoy the attractions at Fantasy Park, a large indoor amusement park.

  • Have a buffet lunch at a restaurant in Ba Na Hills.

  • Explore the French Village, a replica of classical French architecture.

  • Return to your hotel with memories of the mountain adventure and spectacular sights.

Overnight in Hoi An

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 10. HOI AN – FREE DAY B

HOI AN – FREE DAY HOI AN – FREE DAY

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • Enjoy a free day to relax at your hotel, unwind on An Bang Beach, or explore the charm of Hoi An at your own leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 11. HOI AN – FLY TO HA NOI B

HOI AN – FLY TO HA NOI HOI AN – FLY TO HA NOI

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • After breakfast, your driver will transfer you to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Hanoi.

  • Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

  • Enjoy the rest of the day exploring Hanoi at your own pace.

Overnight in Ha Noi

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 12. HA NOI CITY TOUR FULL DAY B, L

HA NOI CITY TOUR FULL DAY HA NOI CITY TOUR FULL DAY

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:00 AM, your tour guide will pick you up for a full-day exploration of Hanoi.

  • Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex (dress modestly), including the Mausoleum (closed Mondays, Fridays, and mid-June to mid-August), Presidential Palace, and Stilt House.

  • See the unique One Pillar Pagoda in its tranquil garden setting.

  • Explore the Temple of Literature, known for its architecture and historical importance.

  • Enjoy a local lunch at a nearby restaurant.

  • In the afternoon, if the Ethnology Museum is closed (Mondays or other reasons), visit the Women’s Museum.

  • Experience the lively Hanoi Train Street and the Old Quarter, including the serene Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake.

  • Return to your hotel around 5:00 PM.

Overnight in Ha Noi

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 13. HA NOI – NINH BINH FULL DAY B, L

HA NOI – NINH BINH FULL DAY HA NOI – NINH BINH FULL DAY

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:00 AM, you will be picked up for a trip to Ninh Binh.

  • Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Vietnam's largest Buddhist complex with impressive statues and architecture.

  • Have lunch at a restaurant.

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex with a captivating boat ride through limestone karsts and caves.

  • Visit Mua Cave (Dancing Cave), climb nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for panoramic views of Tam Coc.

  • Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi.

Overnight in Ha Noi

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 14. HA NOI – CAT BA ISLAND – CAT BA NATIONAL PARK B, L, D

HA NOI – CAT BA ISLAND – CAT BA NATIONAL PARK HA NOI – CAT BA ISLAND – CAT BA NATIONAL PARK

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • Between 7:00 and 7:45 AM, a bus will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter for a transfer to Hai Phong via Highway 5B, offering views of paddy fields and villages.

  • At 10:15 AM, arrive at Got Harbour Station and take a speedboat to Cai Vieng. Another bus will transfer you to the center of Cat Ba Town.

  • At 11:15 AM, check in to your hotel and have a traditional lunch.

  • At 2:00 PM, your tour guide will pick you up for trekking in Cat Ba National Park, including a trek through Kim Giao forest to Ngu Lam Peak for panoramic island views.

  • At 5:00 PM, return to your hotel.

  • At 6:00 PM, enjoy dinner and stay overnight in Cat Ba Town, with free time to explore the local daily life.

Overnight in Cat Ba

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 15. CAT BA – LAN HA BAY B, L, D

CAT BA – LAN HA BAY CAT BA – LAN HA BAY

  • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel at 6:45 AM.

  • Between 10:15 and 10:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a scenic drive to Beo Harbour.

  • At 11:00 AM, you will be welcomed aboard SERENITY CRUISES with a welcome drink and cruise information. The cruise will slowly navigate past the ancient Cai Beo fishing village.

  • At 11:30 AM, savor a delicious lunch (buffet for groups of 40+).

  • At 1:00 PM, the cruise will sail to Viet Hai Port. Disembark and travel by electric car/bicycle to the ancient Viet Hai Village, where you can experience a fish-foot massage, explore traditional houses, and interact with locals.

  • At 2:30 PM, enjoy kayaking and swimming in the bay (life jackets recommended).

  • At 3:40 PM, the boat will begin its return journey to Beo Pier, allowing time for relaxation on the top deck.

  • At 4:15 PM, a small sunset party with fresh fruit, biscuits, and tea will be served.

  • At 4:45 PM, return to Beo Dock and take the bus back to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight in Cat Ba

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 16. CAT BA ISLAND – HA NOI B, L

CAT BA ISLAND – HA NOI CAT BA ISLAND – HA NOI

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • At 8:30 AM, enjoy free time to explore Cat Ba Town independently, perhaps walking on the beach or visiting the local market.

  • At 11:00 AM, check out of your hotel and have lunch at a local restaurant or the hotel.

  • At 12:15 PM, a bus will pick you up from your hotel for the journey back to Hanoi.

  • At 4:30 PM, the bus will drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi, concluding the tour.

Overnight in Ha Noi

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 17. HA NOI DEPARTURE B

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.

  • Your driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to Noi Bai Airport for your departure flight. Safe travels!

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

Tour inclusions

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay/ Lan Ha Bay
  • Transfer to Halong Bay/ Lan Ha Bay by shuttle bus
  • Private Transfers with AC
  • Join in group tours as mention
  • English speaking tour guides
  • All entrance fees as listed
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Internal Flight Tickets within the tour
  • All adventurous activities as specified in the itinerary
  • A Bottled water/day

Tour exclusions

  • Early check-in or late check-out
  • International flight tickets
  • Meals not mentioned in the tour itinerary
  • Other beverages during the tour
  • Visa fees - as per country requirements
  • Tips for Guides & Drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Personal expenses

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