15 days - Private Vietnam 15 Days 14 Nights - With Join Group Day Tours at Destination

DAY 1. Day 1: HA NOI ARRIVAL -

• Arrive in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam known for its architecture, rich culture (Southeast Asian, Chinese, French influences), cuisine, silk, and Old Quarter.

• Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, collect luggage and meet our guide/driver holding a sign with your name. 

• Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel in central Hanoi.

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

What's Included

DAY 2. HANOI CITY FULL DAY B, L

• Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

• Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi (1,400 years old) on West Lake.

• Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex (outside view of Mausoleum, gardens, Presidential Palace, Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda).

• Note: Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered).

• Important: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, and for annual maintenance (approx. June 15th - August 15th). Photography restrictions apply in certain areas.

• Visit the Women Museum (instead of the Ethnology Museum, which is closed on Mondays).

• Savor a delicious lunch of authentic Vietnamese dishes at a local restaurant.

• In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university (11th century).

• Explore the Hoa Lo Prison Museum ("Hanoi Hilton"), used by French colonists and later for US POWs.

• 16:00 – 16:30: Tour concludes, return to your hotel.

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DAY 3. HA NOI COUNTRYSIDE JEEP TOUR HALF DAY B, L

• Morning departure from Hanoi's Old Quarter for a countryside Jeep tour to Co Loa Ancient Village.

• Cross the historic Long Bien Bridge over the Red River, with photo opportunities of the bridge and city/river views.

• Explore the hidden back alleys of Hanoi's outskirts, experiencing the authentic local life, rural villages, and farmland.

• Arrive at Co Loa ancient citadel (dating back to 280 BC), exploring its architecture and learning about Vietnamese culture, history, and mythology.

• Immerse in the traditional rural life of Hanoi, observing wet rice farming, local markets, and handicrafts.

• Enjoy a home-hosted meal with a local family, savoring authentic Vietnamese cuisine and connecting with the local culture.

• After lunch, return to Hanoi, concluding the Jeep tour with memories of Hanoi's hidden gems and Vietnamese life.

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DAY 4. HA NOI - SAPA BY BUS - CAT CAT VILLAGE TREKKING B, L, D

• 06h00 – 06h30: Pick-up from your hotel by sleeper bus for a scenic five-hour journey to Sapa.

• 13h00 – 13h30: Check in to your hotel and have lunch at the restaurant.

• 14h00 – 14h30: Begin a guided scenic walk to explore Cat Cat Village.

• Visit the Cat Cat – Sin Chai area, home to the H’mong ethnic group, learning about their customs and traditions.

• See the picturesque Cat Cat Waterfall and a historic French-built hydroelectric power station.

• Enjoy the charm of the mountain village and take photos.

• 18h00 – 18h30: Have dinner at the restaurant. Overnight in Sapa.

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DAY 5. SAPA - LAO CHAI - TA VAN B, L, D

• 07h30: Have breakfast at the restaurant.

• 08h30: Begin a trekking adventure with your guide to Y Linh Ho Village.

• Hike through stunning rice terraces along the Muong Hoa Stream towards Lao Chai village (Black H’mong ethnic minority).

• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range.

• Continue trekking through traditional hill tribe villages: Lao Chai (Black H’mong), and Ta Van (Black H’mong, Dzao, Dzay).

• Experience the unique cultures and daily life of these communities.

• 11h30 – 12h00: Have lunch and rest at Ta Van village.

• 13h30 – 14h00: Return to your hotel in Sapa Town.

• 18h00: Have dinner at a restaurant. Overnight in Sapa.

What's Included

DAY 6. SA PA - FANSIPAN PEAK - HA NOI BY BUS B, L

• Have breakfast at the hotel.

• Transfer to Fansipan, the highest peak in Indochina.

• Ascend to the summit in 15–20 minutes via a modern three-rope cable car system (Asia's first of its kind).

• Enjoy panoramic views of Sapa, Muong Hoa Valley, Hoang Lien National Forest, and Lai Chau Province during the cable car ride.

• Take in the stunning scenery from the "Roof of Indochina."

• Transfer back to Sapa.

• Have lunch at a restaurant.

• 14:30: Pick-up from your hotel by van for the transfer back to Hanoi.

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DAY 7. HA NOI - HOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR B, L

• Have breakfast at your hotel.

• 08:00 AM: Pick-up from your Hanoi hotel for a journey to Ninh Binh province with cultural insights from your guide.

• Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, and remnants of the 10th-century citadel, learning about the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties.

• Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring local specialties (goat meat, fish, chicken) with vegetarian options available.

• Experience a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc, admiring limestone karsts and emerald rice paddies ("Halong Bay on land").

• Enjoy a 45-minute bicycle ride through local villages, observing rural life and connecting with locals.

• Visit Mua Cave and climb 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for panoramic views of Tam Coc.

• Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon/early evening with lasting memories.

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DAY 8. HA NOI - HA LONG BAY B, L, D

• Have breakfast at the hotel.

• 08:00 – 08:30: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by shuttle bus.

• 12:15: Check-in aboard with a welcome drink and safety briefing as the boat cruises to Bai Tu Long Bay.

• 13:15: Enjoy a delicious lunch in the restaurant.

• 15:30: Explore Thien Canh Son cave (bring camera and wear sports shoes for hiking).

• 17:30: Enjoy the sunset on the bay and join "Happy Hour."

• 18:00: Participate in a cooking class on the sundeck, learning to make Deep-Fried Spring rolls.

• 19:30: Dinner will be served on the sundeck or in the restaurant.

• 21:00: Relax on the boat or join Squid fishing on the Reception deck.

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DAY 9. HA LONG BAY - HA NOI - FLY TO DANANG - HOI AN B, L

• 06:30: Start the day with Taichi on the sundeck.

• 07:00: Light breakfast served in the dining room.

• 07:45: Visit Vung Vieng floating fishing village (optional activities: bamboo boat or kayaking).

• 09:00: Return to the main boat for relaxation and check-out. Leave luggage outside your cabin door.

• 09:45: Brunch is served in the restaurant as the boat returns to the harbor.

• 11:00: Disembark at the harbor and transfer to Hanoi city.

• Limousine bus drops you off at Aeon Mall Long Bien, where your driver will meet you for transfer to Noi Bai airport for your flight to Da Nang.

• Upon arrival at Da Nang International Airport, collect your luggage and meet your driver holding a sign with your name.

• Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Hoi An city center.

• The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore Hoi An's nightlife.

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DAY 10. HOI AN - BASKET BOAT RIDE - HOI AN WALKING TOUR B, D

• Have breakfast at your hotel.

• Approximately 1:00 PM: Pick-up from your hotel (Da Nang area) by van and tour guide.

• Experience Cam Thanh Coconut Village:

• Learn traditional fishing techniques.

• Row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats through coconut palm waterways.

• Gain insight into the local way of life.

• Participate in fun and safe hands-on activities.

• Approximately 2:30 PM: Visit Hoi An Old Town.

• Explore the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall.

• See well-preserved old houses like Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House.

• Visit the Museum of Folk Culture in Hoi An.

• Enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.

• Visit the Japanese Bridge.

• Explore handicraft shops and artwork galleries.

• Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods.

• Enjoy dinner with Hoi An specialty food.

• 6:00 PM: Enjoy a boat ride on the Hoai River and release flower lanterns.

• Explore the lantern street and enjoy free time at the night market.

• 6:30-7:00 PM: Return to your hotel.

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DAY 11. HOI AN - BA NA HILLS FULL DAY B, L

• Have breakfast at your hotel.

• 07:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel lobby by minivan and tour guide for a ride to Ba Na Hills via Cable Car.

• Experience a ride on the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia.

• Visit Dream Stream Cable car Station and admire the view of Da Nang coastal city.

• After the first cable car, visit The Golden Bridge, Le Jardin D’amourn (9 gardens), and Linh Ung pagoda.

• Take the second Cable Car to the French Village.

• Enjoy Street Music, Art statues, Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Carnival Performance Show, Square Du Dome.

• Have lunch at a restaurant (Buffet).

• Take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to new attractions: Helios waterfall, Time Gate, The Moon Kingdom.

• Enjoy Fantasy Park: Fairy Forest, Dinosaur Park, 5D wild west, 4D death race ride, 3D mega 360 degrees, journey into the underground, Jurassic Park, Freefall Tower, Horror House, and over 90 free games.

• 3:00 PM: Return to the Cable Car to leave Ba Na Hills.

• 4:45 – 5:45 PM: Minivan brings you back to your hotel.

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DAY 12. HOI AN - FLY TO HO CHI MINH B

• Breakfast at your hotel.

• After breakfast, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to Da Nang airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh city.

• Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel to check in. Enjoy your rest!

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DAY 13. HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNELS B, L

• Have breakfast at your hotel.

• Visit Independence Palace (Reunification Palace).

• See French Colonial structures: Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office.

• Explore the War Remnants Museum.

• Have lunch at a local restaurant.

• Depart for Cu Chi Tunnels (approx. 1.5-hour bus ride).

• Receive a brief introduction and watch an introductory video about the tunnels' construction and wartime survival.

• Explore the remaining tunnel area and systems, including living areas, kitchens, bedrooms, storage, weapon factories, field hospitals, and command centers.

• See hidden trap doors and dangerous traps.

• Enjoy special tea and cassava (guerilla food).

• Break time for relaxation or optional shooting range experience.

• Return to Saigon. End of the trip for the day.

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DAY 14. MEKONG DELTA FULL DAY B, L

• Have breakfast at your hotel.

• 8:00 AM: Depart from Ho Chi Minh City for My Tho on the Mekong River.

• Visit Vinh Trang pagoda (late 19th century).

• Board a sampan and cruise down the Mekong River, passing Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands.

• Stop at Unicorn Island:

• Walk around country lanes and see orchards.

• Enjoy tropical fruits and folk song music performed by locals.

• Visit a fruit plantation.

• Ride a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal.

• Visit a family business, a honey-bee farm (enjoy honey tea), and a coconut candy workshop.

• Have lunch at a local restaurant.

• Afternoon: Cycle around Tan Thach village, meet local villagers, and experience daily life in the Mekong Delta.

• Option for hammock relaxation and enjoying the breeze for those not cycling.

• Return to Ho Chi Minh City. End of the trip for the day.

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DAY 15. HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE B

• Have breakfast at your hotel.

• Enjoy free time until your driver arrives to transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.

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