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.
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
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.
Cake & flower arrangement:
UME will help you make your trip extra special by preparing one set of cakes and flowers.
UME Travel's Complimentary Local SIM Card:
UME will help you prepare a SIM card with unlimited 5G Internet and complimentary international calling credit to make your stay in Vietnam worry-free.
Day 2 - Hanoi City Highlights & 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 Prison, The 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.
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.
Day 4 - Morning Activities & Head to 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 choose kayak or 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.
Day 5 - Hoi An Ancient Town & Lantern Making
Today, explore some historical sites in the small town of Hoi An, including the Japanese Bridge, the renowned Chinese Temple, and Vietnamese former merchants’ houses. After that, you will learn about how to make a lantern through a visit to the home of a craftsman, exploring the authentic rural life, and you are able to keep the lantern you make as a souvenir.
Day 6 - Buffalo Ride & Basket Boat
Today you will be picked up from your hotel in Hoi An to explore Cam Thanh Coconut Village. You will experience buffalo riding, and ride a Rowing basket boat through these small and beautiful channels Catching crabs with rods and special nets. You will also learn to cook 4 Vegetarian dishes with locals and enjoy what you cooked.
Day 7 - Nha Trang & Mud Spa
You will take a private transfer to Da Nang for your flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to relax.
After the refreshment, you will visit I-resort in Nha Trang's amazing mud spas and mineral hot springs for a relaxing spa treatment from mother nature! Plan your vacation ahead in the perfect hideaway from the pressures of daily life in the city with the resort's impressive series of treatments for the mind, body, and soul. The mud at the resort is said to have all sorts of healthy, healing properties; it removes dead skin cells, strengthens bones, relieves aches and pains, smoothens skin, reduces blood sugar, and reduces stress! As soon as you enter the resort, you'll feel cradled by the smell of natural oils and the calming architecture inspired by rural Vietnamese villages. You'll definitely feel rejuvenated and ready to conquer the rest of Vietnam after enjoying your time at I-resort!
Day 8 - Mun Island Snorkeling Tour
A beach destination with all the mod-cons. Every water activity imaginable is here. One of the best things to do is the Snorkeling Boat trip. Join a day tour and head out to Mun Island where you can snorkel in the coral amongst schools of fish and enjoy the feeling of being by a secluded island. There are plenty of beaches and swim stops along the way, onboard entertainment, plus a great buffet lunch.
Day 9 - Nha Trang Free Day
Day at leisure. Relax at your hotel, or explore the surrounding area.
Day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City & Bonsai Dinner Cruise
Enjoy your free time until your guide come and escort you to airport 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.
After exploring the streets of Ho Chi Minh, why not end your day in its waters and enjoy a sumptuous dinner buffet aboard this Bonsai Dinner Cruise? The all-year-round dinner cruise at the Saigon River features a delicious east-meets-west buffet spread that will satisfy all your cravings. Some of the dishes you can expect in the buffet include Lamb Samosa, Mutton Chukka Varuval, and Green Thai Curry! Aside from a fulfilling dinner, you'll also be entertained by a live band and singers, plus a delightful dance show. The chef's interactive cooking will make your night even more special. Hop on the Bonsai Dinner Cruise with an empty stomach and you'll surely go home satisfied and happy!
Day 11 - 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.
Day 12 - Mekong Delta Discovery
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.
Accommodation
- 2 Nights in Hanoi
- 1 Night in Ha Long Bay
- 3 Nights in Hoi An
- 3 Nights in Nha Trang
- 3 Nights in Ho Chi Minh City
Located at the edge of Hoan Kiem Lake, the neo-classical and luxuriously designed Apricot Hotel offers modern and luxurious accommodations with free WiFi access throughout the property. It offers sweeping views of the city and lake from its rooftop swimming pool and panoramic fitness center. Free parking space is available on-site.
Halong Capella Cruise has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a shared lounge and terrace in Ha Long. Well situated in the Tuan Chau district, this cruise provides a bar, as well as a hot tub. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi.
A continental, Asian or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Vietnamese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
Located in Hoi An city, just 600 metres from Japanese Covered Bridge, Ann Retreat Resort & Spa features sleek and modern accommodation. The resort offers free welcome drinks upon arrival. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available. Daily shuttle bus to An Bang beach is provided for free with fixed schedule.
Havana Nha Trang Hotel offers modern accommodation just 5 minutes' walk from 2/4 Square. The sandy beach is just across the street. An outdoor pool, spa treatments and a fitness centre are available.
This colonial-style 1920 landmark sits in the heart of Ho Chi Minh city and overlooks the Saigon River. Offering boutique-style accommodation, Hotel Majestic Saigon also houses an outdoor pool, a restaurant and skybar. Guests can also indulge in pampering massage at Areca Health Club or have a good workout at the gym. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.
Surrounded by a variety of local shopping and dining options, Hotel Majestic Saigon is 500 m from Opera House and 700 m from Ho Chi Minh City Hall. Ben Thanh Market and Notre Dame Church are within 1 km away. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 8 km away.
What's included
Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)
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Well screened Hotels
Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.
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Super nice location
Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.
All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises
Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space
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Best-time flight
No early get up. No late arrival.
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Better seats
Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.
All meals specified in the itinerary
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Satisfying food
Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!
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Local specialities
Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!
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Little snack
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Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day
24/7 helpline while you are travelling
All excursions specified in the itinerary
All entrance fees specified in the itinerary