Best Vietnam Tour – 12 Days: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling capital, and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter. Take a gentle stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake or relax after your journey. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner or a traditional water puppet show, a unique cultural experience.

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi or similar

After breakfast, explore Hanoi’s cultural highlights with a private guide. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. Wander the bustling streets of the Old Quarter and savor local cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Hoa Lo Prison Museum for historical insight. Optional: street food tasting.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi or similar

Travel to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board a luxury cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing among towering limestone karsts and emerald waters. Afternoon activities include cave exploration, kayaking, or relaxing on deck. Evening highlights: sunset, cooking class, and dinner onboard, followed by an overnight stay on the cruise.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Paradise Elegance Cruise or similar

Start your day with a sunrise over Halong Bay and a Tai Chi session on deck. After brunch, return to Hanoi and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Azerai La Residence, Hue or similar

Explore Hue’s rich history with a guided tour of the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO-listed complex of palaces and temples. Visit Thien Mu Pagoda overlooking the Perfume River. In the afternoon, explore royal tombs such as Khai Dinh or Minh Mang. Optional: traditional royal-style dinner.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Azerai La Residence, Hue or similar

Travel south along the Hai Van Pass, one of Vietnam’s most scenic coastal routes. Stop at Lang Co Beach for photos before arriving in Hoi An, a charming ancient town. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening wandering lantern-lit streets.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An or similar

Discover Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, including historic houses, temples, and the Japanese Covered Bridge. Free time for shopping, café visits, or tailoring. Optional activities: cooking class or cycling through rice fields.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An or similar

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Relax at An Bang Beach, explore local markets, or indulge in a spa treatment. This flexible day allows for unwinding or independent exploration.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An or similar

Transfer to Da Nang airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon highlights include Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and Ben Thanh Market.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Park Hyatt Saigon or similar

Take a full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta. Cruise along waterways, visit local villages, and experience traditional riverside life. Enjoy a local lunch and tropical fruits. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Park Hyatt Saigon or similar

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network from the Vietnam War. Learn about their history and explore sections of the tunnels. Return to the city for free time, shopping, or optional fine dining.

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Park Hyatt Saigon or similar

Enjoy a relaxed morning before your private transfer to the airport for departure. Leave with unforgettable memories of Vietnam’s culture, landscapes, and cuisine.

Meal: Breakfast