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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You will trek, meet with locals and enjoy the beautiful Landscape of Sapa.

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Experience the overnight train to Sapa makes you feel like a local!

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Learn the art of preparing delicious Vietnamese dishes with a cooking class!

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See the real floating life on the Mekong River - the most famous one in Indochina.

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

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Discover some former glory of Hue's royalty in the Forbidden Purple City and the Imperial Citadel!

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!

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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 and ensure your arrival is worry-free.


UME Travel's Welcome Kits:

We provide a local SIM card with unlimited 5G internet and complimentary international calling credit for a worry-free stay in Vietnam.

Accommodation: The Lapis Hotel

Day 2 - Hanoi City Highlights & Overnight Train to Lao Cai

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.


Your guide will then escort you to the Hanoi Train Station for your overnight train to Lao Cai, and he will assist you with your luggage (no guide is proved on the train).

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: Vietnam Overnight Train

Day 3 - Sapa Local Villages and Markets

Arrive in Lao Cai this early morning. Your guide will meet you and take you to have breakfast. Then drive to Cao Son commune, through the Muong Khuong district. Along the way, you will pass terraced rice paddies, pine plantations and the tea farms. Visit busy Cao Son Market, where Red Dao, Tay, Black H'Mong and other ethnic people gather from the surrounding area to sell their handicrafts and silverware and to buy provisions. Later, have a short walk to Flower Hmong Village before have lunch. Drive along the Chay River through the panoramic views of mountains, valleys and villages. On the way, you will enjoy a few photo stops of enjoy the spectacular scenery before arriving at Coc Ly Bridge. Then you will board a local boat and cruise along the river to Trung Do village before continuing onto Sapa.   

Chay River
Chay River
Flower Hmong village
Flower Hmong village
Cao Son market
Cao Son market
Accommodation: Amazing Hotel Sapa

Day 4 - Trekking in Sapa Tribal Villages

After breakfast, take a morning walking tour (about 8km and 3 hours trekking) of Sapa for a visit to the busy market where Red Dao, Black & Flower H'Mong, Tay and other ethnic minority people converge from the surrounding countryside to sell their silverware and handicrafts, and to buy provisions. Afterwards, we will do one of the most beautiful Sapa Tours with the drive to visit Lao Chai and Ta Van Village of the Black H'mong and the Day people where you can enjoy fresh air, amazing scenery of the imposing mountain range, trek down world's most beautiful terraced rice fields, visit some local family on the way and learn unique culture and life of these ethnic groups. Back to Sapa by private car, free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Black Hmong village
Black Hmong village
Lao Chai Village
Lao Chai Village
Trekking
Trekking
Accommodation: Amazing Hotel Sapa

Day 5 - Sapa Tribal Villages and Back to Hanoi

Today, your trek starts with the Ma Tra Village, and then you will walk through the breathtaking view of the rice terraces and reach the Ta Phin Village (approx. 3 hours),  where the Red Dao minority lives. Enjoy a lunch in the village that full of local flavor, and then head back to Hanoi by road (about 5 hours).


Red Dao tribe
Red Dao tribe
Sapa
Sapa
Ta Phin Village
Ta Phin Village
Accommodation: The Lapis Hotel

Day 6 - 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: Doris Cruise

Day 7 - Morning Activities & Fly to Hue

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 traditional rowing boat to around discovering local life on the waters. Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port at around 11:00, where your guide and driver will wait for you and drive you to Hanoi airport for your onward flight (arrive at the airport at around 1:30 pm) to Hue. 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 and ensure your arrival is worry-free.

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: Thanh Lich Royal Boutique

Day 8 - Imperial Hue

Today, tour the Minh Mang Tomb renowned for its architecture and sublime forest setting. Admire the Vietnam’s tallest and iconic seven-storey Thien Mu Pagoda by a royal dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River. After that, take a walk on the cobbled paths in the Imperial Citadel, and discover some former glory of the country’s royalty in the Forbidden Purple City. Finally, stroll in the Dong Ba Market to get a taste of the local civil life.

Dong Ba Market
Dong Ba Market
Imperial Citadel
Imperial Citadel
Minh Mang Tomb
Minh Mang Tomb
Thien Mu Pagoda
Thien Mu Pagoda
King Dragon Boat
King Dragon Boat
Accommodation: Thanh Lich Royal Boutique

Day 9 - Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountains

Today your journey begins with a scenic drive to Hoi An (about 3 hrs), during which you can have a full view of the coast and Da Nang when driving on the top of Hai Van Pass. And you can also have a leisure walk on the soft white sand at Da Nang’s Non Nuoc Beach, appreciate great sculptures in Cham Museum and climb the beautiful Marble Mountains. You can explore the town on your own or just relax after reaching Hoi An in the afternoon.

Cham Museum
Cham Museum
Non Nuoc Beach
Non Nuoc Beach
Marble Mountain
Marble Mountain
Hai Van Pass
Hai Van Pass
Accommodation: Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Day 10 - Get Close to Village Life

Your local guide will meet you at your hotel and you’ll take a cyclo ride to the center of Hoi An to visit the colorful market. At the market, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with local sellers and learn about the fresh ingredients you'll be using during your cooking lesson later in the day. This is a great chance to take some photos as well, so be sure to have your camera ready!

After visiting the market, you’ll take a ride to Tra Que vegetable village. You'll enjoy a welcome drink and then walk through the vegetable gardens where local farmers work in their fields following the methods that have been in use for hundreds of years.

Next, you'll be having a cooking lesson with a chef to learn the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food. After the lesson, you’ll have a chance to enjoy what you’ve cooked!

After the tour finishes, you'll bid farewell to your host family before riding back to Hoi An and your hotel.

Tra Que Village
Tra Que Village
Vietnamese cyclo
Vietnamese cyclo
Tra Que Village Cooking Class
Tra Que Village Cooking Class
Accommodation: Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Day 11 - Hoi An at Leisure

Day at leisure. Relax at your hotel, or explore the surrounding area.

Accommodation: Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Day 12 - Fly to Ho Chi Minh

You will take a private transfer to Da Nang for your 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 13 - Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh Highlights

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 14 - Mekong Delta Tour

In the early morning, you will head out of the bustling city to Mekong Delta Area. Cruising on the Mekong river for sightseeing: islands of Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, Phoenix. 


Land on Unicorn island, take a walk on the village road, visit an orchard of tropical fruits. Visit a bee-farm, enjoy honey-tea and visit a typical house in Mekong Delta. Visit coconut candy workshop, taste fresh candies. Enjoy tropical fruits at local farm, listen to Southern traditional music. 


Next to land on Dragon island, transfer by cyclo or motorbike to local home. Have a homemade lunch and enjoy cooking time with some dishes such as “Banh Xeo” (Vietnamese crepe); Spring Rolls.... with the owners. After lunch, return to boat station. Transfer back to Saigon. End of tour at your hotel.

Homemade Lunch
Homemade Lunch
Dragon island
Dragon island
Mekong Delta Boat
Mekong Delta Boat
Accommodation: Orchids Saigon Hotel

Day 15 - Departure

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

Accommodation

  • 2 Nights in Hanoi
  • 1 Night in Lao Cai
  • 2 Nights in Sapa
  • 1 Night in Ha Long Bay
  • 2 Nights in Hue
  • 3 Nights in Hoi An
  • 3 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
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.

Vietnam Overnight Train
Vietnam Overnight Train
Vietnam Overnight Train
Vietnam Overnight Train
Room Type:4 Berths Sleeper Cabin
Amazing Hotel Sapa
Amazing Hotel Sapa
Amazing Hotel Sapa
Amazing Hotel Sapa
Amazing Hotel Sapa
Amazing Hotel Sapa
Room Type:Superior Room with City View
Why this Hotel:

Featuring a heated indoor swimming pool on top floor

Conveniently located

200 m from Sa Pa Stone Church

500 m away from Sa Pa Lake

Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Doris Cruise
Room Type:Junior Double Suite Sea View with Private Balcony
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Room Type:Superior Room
Why this Hotel:

Featuring an indoor pool, fitness center and 24-hour front desk, Thanh Lich Hotel offers elegant and comfortable accommodations with free WiFi access in the entire property. Located just 400 m from Citadel.

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
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
Day1,5 The Lapis Hotel
Day2 Vietnam Overnight Train
Day3-4 Amazing Hotel Sapa
Day6 Doris Cruise
Day7-8 Thanh Lich Royal Boutique
Day9-11 Lantana Riverside Hoi An Hotel
Day12-14 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

The round trip International Flights (flights from/to your city) are not included in the tour price. You will need to arrange 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.

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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.