6 Super Experiences!

Our genuine experts explored the destinations time and again and finally worked out the itinerary taking you to experience the highlights in various ways that others might miss.

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Take a walk around Hoi An old town and feel the silence & beauty of this ancient!

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Enjoy plenty of activities that the Halong Bay Cruise has to offer!

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Paddling the strange and unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut-palm-flanked waterways.

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Admire this unique beautiful sanctuary world of the ancient Cham religion - My Son Sanctuary.

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See the best of Hanoi on a local rickshaw ride!

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Explore the hidden underground world of Vietnam's complicated network of tunnels in Cu Chi District

Itinerary Details

The following itinerary is for your inspiration. Our experts will customize your own tour according to your interests, schedules, hotel tastes and budget. All can be tailor-made!

You Can

  • Extend/cut down length
  • Adjust activities to your interests
  • Change a hotel
  • Everything you want
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Day 1 - Welcome to Vietnam!

Today you will fly to Hanoi. On arrival, your private guide will welcome you at the arrival hall and transfer you to your hotel with a private car and driver. Your guide will help you with luggage and hotel check-in, ensuring your arrival is worry-free.


UME Travel's Complimentary Local SIM Card:

UME will help you prepare a SIM card with unlimited 5G Internet and free international calling credit to make your stay in Vietnam worry-free.

Accommodation: The Lapis Hotel
Good to know

Vietnam is a long, thin country, so we recommend you start in either Hanoi (in the north, near China and Laos) or Ho Chi Minh City (in the south, near Cambodia and the Mekong Delta) and traverse the length of it from north to south or vice versa.

Day 2 - Hanoi City Highlights, Cyclo Tour, Water Puppet Show

Today you'll jump into Hanoi's sights and sounds on a tour that covers all the essentials. You'll visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes the Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh's former stilt-house residence, The Hoa Lo PrisonThe One Pillar Pagoda and The Temple of Literature, which, dating back to 1070, is Vietnam’s oldest university.


After lunch, you will explore the enthralling Museum of Ethnology, which contains an extensive display of life-size structures dedicated to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minorities. Next, enjoy an hour-long cyclo ride winding through the narrow, chaotic streets of the Old Quarter - a must for any visitor to Hanoi! The day finishes with a traditional performance of the famous Vietnamese Water Puppets Show.

Hanoi Temple of Literature
Hanoi Temple of Literature
One Pillar Pagoda
One Pillar Pagoda
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hanoi Rickshaw Ride
Hanoi Rickshaw Ride
Water Puppets Show
Water Puppets Show
Accommodation: The Lapis Hotel

Day 3 - Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

After breakfast, you will take a private transfer for about 3 hrs to Halong City, where you will begin your one and a half days' Halong Bay cruise. You will board the tradtional Vietnamese junk in the afternoon and cruise around the Halong Bay's limestone islets and caves doted the sea and see the sun set over the clam waters at the deck. Enjoy a wonderful dinner at evening. All meals are included during your stay on board. There are also a variety of optional activities waiting for you. Such as swimming, kayaking, diving...etc.  

Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay
Cooking Class
Cooking Class
Kayaking
Kayaking
Cycling
Cycling
Accommodation: Victory Cruise 21 Cabin

Day 4 - Morning Activities & Hoi An

Wake up early this morning to catch the sunrise over the bay with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. Continue cruising and you can choose either kayak or a traditional rowing boat to discover local life on the waters. Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port at around 10:30 am, where your guide and driver will wait for you and drive you back to Hanoi (about 3 hrs) for your flight to Da Nang. 


Upon arrival at Da Nang airport, your guide will pick you up and escort you to your hotel in Hoi An. The rest of the day is free at your leisure.

Tai Chi lesson (Halong Bay)
Tai Chi lesson (Halong Bay)
Activities in Halong Bay
Activities in Halong Bay
Cave Exploration
Cave Exploration
Boat Exploring
Boat Exploring
Water Jump
Water Jump
Accommodation: Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Day 5 - My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Highlights

Set out for the My Son Sanctuary to admire this unique beautiful sanctuary world of the ancient Cham religion, and then you will return to Hoi An by road after lunch. Take a walk on the distinctive Japanese Bridge that features Japanese architectural characteristics, and visit the Chinese Temple which reflects Chinese influences on Vietnam’s architecture. Also, you’ll visit the beautifully kept and restored former Vietnamese merchants’ houses. The rest of the day is yours to spend.

Japanese Covered Bridge
Japanese Covered Bridge
My Son Sanctuary
My Son Sanctuary
Hoi An Chinese Temple
Hoi An Chinese Temple
Accommodation: Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Day 6 - Bamboo Basket Boats Experience

On the Fishermen & the Waterways of a Past War Eco-Tour, you will enjoy a wide range of experiences - from learning traditional fishing techniques to paddling the strange and unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the now tranquil coconut-palm flanked waterways of a past war. 


On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local Vietnamese way of life. You will also take part in some hands-on activities that are fun, safe, and interesting to people of all ages. Free in the afternoon.

Vietnamese Bamboo Basket Boat
Vietnamese Bamboo Basket Boat
 Eco-Tour
Eco-Tour
coconut-palm flanked waterways
coconut-palm flanked waterways
Accommodation: Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Day 7 - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

You will take a private transfer to Da Nang for your onward flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to relax.

Accommodation: Orchids Saigon Hotel

Day 8 - Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour

This morning set out for the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels and then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City to visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace), the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office and Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) absolutely nice choices for a free stroll.

Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral
Cu Chi Tunnel
Cu Chi Tunnel
Old Saigon Post Offic
Old Saigon Post Offic
Accommodation: Orchids Saigon Hotel

Day 9 - Departure

Your guide will escort you to airport for your onward flight.

Accommodation

  • 2 Nights in Hanoi
  • 1 Night in Ha Long Bay
  • 3 Nights in Hoi An
  • 2 Nights in Ho Chi Minh City
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
The Lapis Hotel
Room Type:Superior Room City View
Why this Hotel:

The Lapis Hotel provides rooms in Hanoi and is just 500 m from Hanoi Opera House. Featuring free WiFi access in public areas, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, on-site restaurant and bar.

Victory Cruise 21 Cabin
Victory Cruise 21 Cabin
Victory Cruise 21 Cabin
Victory Cruise 21 Cabin
Victory Cruise 21 Cabin
Room Type:Deluxe Room with Sea View
Why this Hotel:

Get the most of your time in Hạ Long with a stay at Victory Cruise. Located conveniently in the city center, this strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest.

The superior services and facilities offered at Victory Cruise will make for a memorable stay. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the cruise's free Wi-Fi internet access

Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Room Type:Deluxe Room
Why this Hotel:

Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel offers riverside accommodations in Hoi An. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals from the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Orchids Saigon Hotel
Room Type:Superior Room
Why this Hotel:

Situated in Ho Chi Minh City, 500 m from War Remnants Museum, Orchids Saigon Hotel features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

What's included

AccommodationInternational-standard
Day1-2 The Lapis Hotel
Day3 Victory Cruise 21 Cabin
Day4-6 Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Day7-8 Orchids Saigon Hotel

Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast

Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)

  • Well screened Hotels

    Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.

  • Super nice location

    Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.

TransportPrivate & Air-conditioned

All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises

Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space

  • Best-time flight

    No early get up. No late arrival.

  • Better seats

    Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.

GuidePrivate & Professional

Expert English-speaking local guide

MealsSafe & Authentic

All meals specified in the itinerary

  • Satisfying food

    Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!

  • Local specialities

    Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!

  • Little snack

    Wanna try authentic local snack? Please follow us!

SupportUseful Package & 24/7 Local Service

Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day

24/7 helpline while you are travelling

ExcursionsAll listed in the above Itnerary

All excursions specified in the itinerary

All entrance fees specified in the itinerary

Not included
Flights

Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price. You can organize your flights separately at any point.

service

our driver
Professional Guides & Drivers

We offer professional private tour guides with over 10-year experience, well-performed vehicles less than 5-year service life and licensed drivers with 5-year practice. Each of our employees undergoes rigorous screening before they can join our network.

our hotel
Well-selected Scenic spots and Hotel

All the hotels we advised have been inspected by our team and we spend time each year to top up our knowledge on the spot. Continuing Positive feedbacks on them from former customers because of their outstanding and unique characters.

local
Local Available 7/24

You will have our local team's urgency contact number and we are available whenever and wherever. If you meet any problem or need any help, just make a phone call and everything will be settled down at a time.

welcome kit
Warm Welcome Kits

We provide the welcome kits for each customer, you will receive the SIM card, city map, a bottle of drinking water and a cool towel per guest per day for FREE. Get all first-step information and useful tips in one profile and make your first tour simple and easy.