Explore Vietnam from South to North in 14 Days
Discover the essence of Vietnam on this unforgettable 14-day journey from vibrant Ho Chi Minh City to the serene beauty of Hanoi and Ha Long Bay. Experience iconic sites like the Cu Chi Tunnels, floating markets in the Mekong Delta, lantern-lit Hoi An, imperial Hue, ancient temples in Ninh Binh, and cruise overnight in the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay. Along the way, immerse yourself in local culture with cooking classes, Vespa street food tours, and traditional water puppet shows. A perfect blend of culture, nature, and culinary adventure awaits.
Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, meet and greet at the airport.
Transfer to the hotel and check in.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Cu Chi Tunnels – explore the underground network used during the Vietnam War.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
City tour: War Remnants Museum, Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification Palace (photo stop), and Opera House.
Shop at Ben Thanh Market.
Buffet dinner on Saigon River Cruise.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to My Tho (Tien Giang Province).
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda.
Boat cruise to Thoi Son Islet: see floating fish farms, orchards, bee farms, coconut candy workshop, and take a sampan ride.
Lunch with Mekong specialties.
Depart for Can Tho, check in hotel.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Can Tho.
Early boat trip to visit Cai Rang Floating Market.
Explore local orchards, fruit plantations, and "monkey" bridges.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Evening: Vespa Tour “Saigon After Dark” with food tastings, street eats, live music, and local nightlife.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Da Nang.
Arrival and transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Cycle to a local market and Tra Que vegetable village.
Join a cooking class and prepare Vietnamese dishes (Banh Xeo, Spring Rolls, Tam Huu).
Lunch with your own cooked meals.
Visit Cam Thanh Coconut Village, enjoy the basket boat ride.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Marble Mountains and Cham Museum in Da Nang.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Transfer to Da Nang Train Station for scenic train ride to Hue (via Hai Van Pass).
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hue.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Imperial Citadel, Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Forbidden Purple City, and Dong Ba Market.
Explore Khai Dinh and Tu Duc Royal Tombs.
Visit Thien Mu Pagoda and enjoy a boat trip on the Perfume River.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hue.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, House on Stilts, and One Pillar Pagoda.
Visit the Temple of Literature and the Tran Quoc Pagoda by West Lake.
Lunch at local restaurant.
1-hour cyclo tour around the Old Quarter.
Shop at Dong Xuan Market.
Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Ninh Binh to explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital (10th century).
Lunch at local restaurant.
Sampan boat ride through Trang An’s stunning cave system.
Hike up Ngoa Long Mountain at Mua Cave for panoramic views.
Return to Hanoi.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart for Ha Long Bay.
Board a traditional cruise ship, welcome drink, and have lunch on board.
Explore limestone islets and caves (activities depend on cruise).
Enjoy the sunset, seafood dinner, and optional squid fishing.
Overnight on cruise.
Light breakfast on board.
Tai Chi session on sundeck.
Cruise through stunning karst scenery.
Brunch on board.
Disembark and return to Hanoi.
Dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
