The Experience

Experience the very best of Vietnam on this immersive 13-day journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. Travel from the vibrant streets of the south to the peaceful waterways of the Mekong Delta, including an unforgettable overnight stay. Cruise through the iconic limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay, then head north to Sapa to trek through breathtaking mountain landscapes and discover the rich traditions of local ethnic communities. This well-balanced itinerary seamlessly blends cultural highlights with Vietnam’s diverse natural beauty.

Hotel List

Hotel in Hanoi

3-Star: La Dolce Vita Hotel

• Address: 53 Hang Bo
• Room Type: Superior Room

4-Star: Rex Hanoi Hotel

• Address: 44 Gia Ngu
• Room Type: Deluxe Room

Cruise in Ha Long Bay

3-Star: Cozy Bay Classic Cruise

• Cabin Type: Deluxe Cabin

4-Star: Le Journey Premium Cruise

• Cabin Type: Deluxe Cabin

Hotel in Sapa

3-Star: Sapa Panorama Hotel

• Address: 10 Hoang Dieu
• Room Type: Superior Room

4-Star: Bamboo Sapa Hotel

• Address: 18 Muong Hoa
• Room Type: Superior Room

Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

3-Star: Prague Saigon Hotel

• Address: 175/10–12 Pham Ngu Lao
• Room Type: Superior Room

4-Star: Paragon Saigon Hotel

• Address: 22 Thi Sach
• Room Type: Deluxe Room

Hotel in Can Tho

3-Star: West Hotel Can Tho

• Address: 88 Hai Ba Trung
• Room Type: Deluxe Room

4-Star: Ninh Kieu Riverside Hotel

• Address: 2 Hai Ba Trung
• Room Type: Deluxe Room

Please Note: Hotels are subject to availability and may be substituted with similar properties of the same standard without prior notice.

13-Day Vietnam Highlight Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City

Transport: Car

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s largest economic hub and cultural capital, blending modern skyscrapers with French colonial buildings and ancient pagodas amid vibrant street life.

Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City – Cai Be – Can Tho

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Transport: Bus & Boat

• 07:30 – Depart Ho Chi Minh City for Cai Be in the Mekong Delta
• Boat cruise to the remains of the Cai Be floating market on the Tien River
• Visit small villages and a well-preserved ancient house
• Stop at family-run workshops producing coconut fudge and rice popcorn
• Enjoy tropical fruits with traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music
• Paddle through narrow canals on Tan Phong Island
• Garden lunch with a Vietnamese cooking experience
• Cycle through orchards, meet locals, and visit Ba Kiet’s ancient house
• Return by boat to Cai Be and continue by road to Can Tho

Overnight: Can Tho

Day 3: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Transport: Bus & Boat

• Early morning boat trip along the Bassac River
• Visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest in the Mekong Delta
• Explore a local noodle-making workshop
• Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda, a unique Khmer temple
• Boat trip to Con Son Island to explore fruit plantations and sample seasonal fruits
• Lunch, followed by return to Ho Chi Minh City

Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City – Free Day

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the city independently.

Optional Tours:

• Saigon by Night street food tour by motorbike
• Half-day Cu Chi Tunnels tour

Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Fly to Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast Transport: Flight & Car

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in the city centre. The remainder of the day is free.

Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter, famous for its historic architecture, lively streets, and exceptional cuisine.

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 6: Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Free time during the day.

In the evening, join a guided walking street food tour featuring Hanoi’s iconic dishes such as:

• Pho
• Bun cha
• Banh mi
• Banh cuon
• Egg coffee

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 7: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc Day Tour

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Transport: Minibus

• Travel to Ninh Binh Province
• Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and temples of King Dinh and King Le
• Lunch
• Scenic rowing boat trip through Tam Coc limestone caves
• Cycling tour through local villages
• Return to Hanoi in the evening

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 8: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Transport: Bus & Cruise

• Depart Hanoi for Ha Long Bay
• Board cruise at Tuan Chau Harbor
• Lunch while cruising through limestone karsts

Activities Include:

• Sung Sot Cave visit
• Swimming or hiking on Titop Island
• Sunset cocktails
• Cooking demonstration
• Evening onboard entertainment

Overnight: Ha Long Bay (Cruise)

Day 9: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Sunrise views over the bay
• Breakfast onboard
• Visit a pearl farm
• Kayaking experience
• Brunch and disembarkation
• Return to Hanoi via expressway

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 10: Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village Trek

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Transport: Bus

• Early departure for Sapa
• Lunch and hotel check-in
• Trek to Cat Cat Village, home of the Black H’mong people
• Visit a waterfall and historic hydroelectric station

Overnight: Sapa

Day 11: Sapa Trekking – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Trek through rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream
• Visit Black H’mong and Dzay ethnic villages
• Picnic lunch en route
• Return to Sapa

Overnight: Sapa

Day 12: Sapa – Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast Transport: Bus

Enjoy a free morning in Sapa. Depart in the afternoon by shared bus to Hanoi.

Overnight: Hanoi

Day 13: Hanoi Departure

Meals: Breakfast Transport: Car

Check out of your hotel and enjoy free time until transfer to the airport for your onward departure.

End of Tour

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