14 Days Vietnam Discovery & Beach Relaxation

From Hanoi to Phu Quoc

About this tour

    This 14-day journey explores Vietnam from north to south, combining cultural cities, bay cruising, heritage towns, and beach downtime. Begin in Hanoi with key historical and cultural sites, then continue to an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay. Fly to Da Nang to visit Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge, then experience Cam Thanh basket boating and Hoi An Ancient Town. The itinerary then includes a beach extension in Nha Trang or Phu Quoc Island before ending in Ho Chi Minh City with city highlights, Cu Chi Tunnels, and a Mekong Delta day trip. The final day is free until airport transfer for departure

    Tour highlights

    • Discover Hanoi landmarks including the Temple of Literature and Tran Quoc Pagoda.
    • Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show in Hanoi.
    • Cruise overnight in Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay among limestone karsts.
    • Join bay activities such as cave visits, kayaking, and bamboo boat exploration.
    • Ride the Ba Na Hills cable car and visit the iconic Golden Bridge.
    • Experience basket boating through Cam Thanh water coconut forest.
    • Walk through Hoi An Ancient Town and visit heritage landmarks.
    • Relax with free beach days in Nha Trang or Phu Quoc Island.
    • Explore Ho Chi Minh City and visit the Cu Chi tunnel system.
    • Take a Mekong Delta boat and sampan experience in My Tho.

    Itinerary

    Day 01: Hanoi Arrival – Free Exploration

    Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, complete all arrival procedures including immigration and customs. After exiting the arrival hall, look for your driver waiting in the lobby holding a signboard with your name for a smooth transfer to your hotel in Hanoi city.

    The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the lively Hanoi Old Quarter at your own pace. In the evening, you can enjoy local street food and try the famous Vietnamese egg coffee.
    Overnight in Hanoi.

    Day 02: One Day Hanoi Exploration - Culture & History (B/L)

    Start your day with breakfast before meeting your guide at the hotel for a full-day journey through Hanoi’s cultural and historical highlights.

    Begin at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where the revered leader is memorialized, and explore his simple stilt house along with the surrounding Presidential grounds. A short walk away is the unique One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic symbol of the city.

    Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s earliest center of higher learning, before heading to the peaceful Tran Quoc Pagoda, beautifully set by the lakeside.

    After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, spend the afternoon visiting Hoa Lo Prison, a site with a complex history from the colonial period to the Vietnam War.

    Wrap up the day with a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show, a fascinating performance rooted in rural folklore.

    Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight in Hanoi.

    Day 03: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay/ Lan Ha Bay – Overnight Cruise (B/L/D)

    Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out.
    The journey begins with a transfer from Hanoi to either Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay, where you board the cruise around midday. After a welcome drink and safety briefing, lunch is served while the boat sails through stunning limestone karsts and emerald waters.

    In the afternoon, you will take part in signature activities such as visiting a cave, exploring hidden lagoons by kayak or bamboo boat, and possibly swimming in calm, scenic areas. Depending on the route, the cruise may also pass floating villages or quieter, less crowded spots. As the boat anchors for the night, you can relax on the sundeck and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

    In the evening, a sunset party sets a relaxing tone, followed by a Vietnamese cooking demonstration and dinner onboard. You can then unwind with optional activities like squid fishing, socializing at the bar, or simply enjoying the tranquil night views over the bay.

    Day 04: Ha Long Bay/Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Da Nang (B/L)

    Start your morning early with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or simply relax while watching the sunrise over the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee before heading out on a rowboat excursion to explore the bay’s hidden corners.
    Brunch is served on board before disembarking at the pier.
    Transfer back to Hanoi for your onward flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
    Overnight in Da Nang.

    Day 05: Da Nang – Ba Na Hills – Golden Hand Bridge (B/L)

    After breakfast at your hotel, meet your guide and driver for a transfer to Ba Na Hills. Begin your journey with a scenic ride on one of Southeast Asia’s most modern cable car systems, offering sweeping views over Da Nang.

    Upon arrival, visit the iconic Golden Bridge, along with Le Jardin D’Amour and Linh Ung Pagoda.
    Continue by cable car to explore the charming French Village, including landmarks such as Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, and Linh Phong Monastery. Enjoy live performances and entertainment at Du Dome Square.

    Lunch will be served at a buffet restaurant. In the afternoon, you may have fun at Fantasy Park before taking the cable car down the mountain.
    Return to the hotel. Dinner is at your own leisure.
    Overnight in Da Nang.

    Day 06: Da Nang – Coconut Jungle (Basket Boat) – Hoi An Ancient Town Walking (B/L)

    After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Cam Thanh Village for a unique basket boat experience.
    Discover the local fishing lifestyle as you navigate through the lush water coconut forest, a historic site once used during wartime. Learn how to balance and paddle the traditional round boat with guidance from local rowers, and enjoy a lively basket boat performance on the river.

    Following lunch at a local restaurant, continue to explore Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through its charming streets and visit highlights such as local markets, traditional ancient houses, the Fujian Assembly Hall, and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge.
    You may also have the opportunity to learn about Hoi An’s silk production tradition.

    Overnight in Hoi An.

    Day 07: Hoi An – Free time (B)

    After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free at your own pace to relax or explore Hoi An Ancient Town.
    You may choose to visit nearby beaches such as An Bang Beach or Cua Dai Beach, or simply enjoy shopping at tailor shops and exploring the town’s charming streets.

    Food lovers can sample local specialties like Cao Lau noodles, Mi Quang, Hoi An chicken rice, and refreshing herbal drinks.

    In the evening, optional activities include visiting the lively Hoi An Night Market, enjoying traditional performances, or taking a peaceful boat ride along the Thu Bon River to admire lantern-lit views of the old town.

    Overnight in Hoi An.

    Day 08: Hoi An – Da Nang – Fly to Nha Trang/ or Phu Quoc Island (B)

    Breakfast at hotel.
    Transfer to Da Nang International Airport to take domestic flight to Nha Trang or Phu Quoc Island (Upon your preference).
    Upon arrival, meet our driver holding your name on signboard at the exit lobby and transfer to the hotel for check-in (Check in time is 14.00, Early check-in is NOT included and subject to hotel’s availability).
    Spend this day free and relax. Overnight in Nha Trang/Phu Quoc.

    Day 09-10: Nha Trang/ Phu Quoc Island – Free at beach (B)

    Have breakfast at the hotel.
    Free at your own leisure and enjoy the beach.
    Some optional day tours are available (contact for more details).
    Overnight in Nha Trang/Phu Quoc.

    Day 11: Nha Trang/Phu Quoc Island – Fly Ho Chi Minh City (B)

    Have breakfast at hotel.
    Transfer to the airport to take a domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
    Upon arrival, meet our driver holding your name on signboard at the exit lobby and transfer to the hotel for check-in (Check in time is 14.00, Early check-in is NOT included and subject to hotel’s availability).
    The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax after your journey or begin exploring the vibrant city on your own. You may take a stroll around central landmarks such as Ben Thanh Market or visit nearby attractions like Nguyen Hue Walking Street. In the evening, consider sampling local cuisine or enjoying the city’s lively atmosphere.
    Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

    Day 12: Ho Chi Minh Half Day City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L)

    After breakfast at the hotel, start your morning with a city tour of Ho Chi Minh City.
    Visit the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, an important historical landmark designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue to admire French colonial-era architecture at the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon and the elegant Saigon Central Post Office. Afterwards, explore the War Remnants Museum, which presents powerful exhibits from Vietnam’s wartime history.

    Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

    In the afternoon, depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels, located about 90 minutes from the city. Upon arrival, watch a brief introduction and documentary explaining the construction and historical significance of the tunnel system. Then explore the extensive underground network, including living quarters, kitchens, storage areas, field hospitals, and command centers, as well as hidden entrances and defensive traps used during the war. End the visit with traditional tea and cassava, a wartime staple food.

    Return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh.

    Day 13: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Discovery (B/L)

    After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and driver and depart for a scenic drive of about 1.5 hours along National Highway 1, passing through peaceful rice fields en route to the Mekong Delta region.

    Upon arrival in My Tho, enjoy a relaxing boat trip along the Tien River to explore the famous four islets known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.

    Continue with a visit to a local coconut candy workshop before taking a traditional hand-rowed sampan ride through narrow canals shaded by water coconut palms. Along the way, enjoy seasonal fruits and honey tea while listening to live performances of traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music.

    After lunch at a local restaurant, return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.

    Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

    Day 14: Ho Chi Minh – Departure (B)

    Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your leisure until your scheduled transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
    Tour ends!

    Includes/Excludes

    • All transfers and quality air-conditioned vehicles.
    • Cruise in Ha Long Bay.
    • Ba Na Hills cable car.
    • Boat experiences in Hoi An and Mekong Delta.
    • Accommodation at selected hotel/cruise category with daily breakfast.
    • Tours with local English-speaking guide.
    • Meals as mentioned in the program (B/L/D by itinerary).
    • Entrance fees for destinations indicated in itinerary.
    • Bottled water on coach (2 bottles per person per day)
    • Domestic and international airfares.
    • Drinks and meals not indicated in the program.
    • Visa to Vietnam.
    • Travel insurance.
    • Personal expenses (telephone, shopping, etc.).
    • Bank/transfer fee (deposit/balance).
    • Tipping/gratuities.
    • Single supplement.
    • Early check-in and late check-out.
    • Additional costs due to events beyond operator control.

    Frequently asked questions

    Do I need a visa to enter Vietnam?

    - Most travelers need a visa to enter Vietnam. However, citizens of some countries can enjoy visa exemptions for short stays. You can apply for an e-Visa online, which is valid for up to 90 days for single or multiple entries. For more information, please visit https://evisa.gov.vn/
    - To avoid last-minute issues, we strongly recommend applying for your visa as early as possible, especially during peak travel periods or public holidays.
    - For urgent cases, we can assist with urgent visa processing and fast-track airport services upon request.

    What are food options?

    - We cater to diverse dietary needs, such as Halal, Indian, Western, vegan, and gluten-free, provided we are notified in advance.
    - Special meal requests at select restaurants may involve additional fees based on local availability. Any extra costs will be communicated to you clearly for your approval.

    What should I know before travelling? (Clothing, Power Outlets, Transport, Safety, Tips)

    - Bring light, breathable clothing like cotton or linen for warm climates, and pack extra layers if visiting cooler or rainy regions. Comfortable shoes and a raincoat or umbrella are recommended.
    - Vietnam uses Type A, C, and D plugs, with a standard voltage of 220V. It is advisable to carry a universal adapter to ensure the safe charging of your electronic devices.
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