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Vietnam Explorer 10 Days – Best of the North, Central & South (10 days 9 night)

Router: Ha Noi - Da Nang - Ho Chi

Itinerary: 10 days 9 night

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INTRODUCE:

Begin your 10-day journey in Hanoi, Vietnam’s historic and culturally rich capital, where ancient temples, bustling streets, and traditional cuisine create a memorable introduction to the country. From here, cruise through the breathtaking landscapes of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay, famed for its emerald waters and majestic limestone formations.

Continue your adventure to Da Nang, a vibrant coastal city known for its stunning beaches and modern attractions. Visit the iconic Ba Na Hills and walk along the world-renowned Golden Bridge, suspended in the clouds. Then immerse yourself in the charm of Hoi An Ancient Town, with its lantern-lit streets, heritage houses, and timeless ambiance.

Fly south to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s dynamic metropolitan hub, where French colonial architecture blends with modern city life. Explore historical landmarks, vibrant markets, and the Mekong Delta’s peaceful waterways for a complete cultural experience.

This 10 Days / 9 Nights Vietnam Essential Tour offers the perfect balance of culture, nature, history, and local life — ideal for travelers seeking a comprehensive yet comfortable journey through Vietnam.

Tour Highlights

  • Hanoi: Explore the vibrant Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show

  • Ha Long Bay / Lan Ha Bay: Overnight cruise with kayaking, cave visits, sunset views, and optional squid fishing

  • Da Nang & Ba Na Hills: Ride the cable car to Golden Bridge, explore French Village, Flower Garden, Fantasy Park

  • Hoi An: Walk through lantern-lit Ancient Town, Japanese Covered Bridge, Ancient Houses, local markets

  • Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle: Experience basket boat ride and traditional rural life

  • Marble Mountains: Visit pagodas, caves, and viewpoints

  • Ho Chi Minh City: Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market

  • Mekong Delta: Boat trip through rivers and canals, visit fruit orchards and local workshops

  • Comfortable Accommodation & Local Cuisine: 9 nights in well-rated hotels, daily breakfast, selected lunches/dinners

  • Professional English-speaking Guides & Transfers: Smooth travel with domestic flights and air-conditioned vehicles

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL – WELCOME TO VIETNAM

Anytime: Meet & greet at Noi Bai International Airport by tour guide/driver

Transfer to hotel for check-in

14:00: Standard check-in time (early check-in depends on availability)

Free time suggestions:

  • Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake
  • Try local street food: Pho, Bun Cha, Egg Coffee
  • Explore Hanoi Old Quarter’s 36 streets

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 2: HANOI CITY TOUR – CULTURE, HISTORY & LOCAL LIFE

08:00: Pick-up at hotel

08:30: Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Presidential Palace Area

09:30: Explore One Pillar Pagoda

10:00: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda

11:00: Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university

12:30: Lunch at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant

14:00: Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, The Huc Bridge & Ngoc Son Temple

15:30: Optional: Water Puppet Show / Old Quarter walking tour

17:00: Return to hotel

Evening free time

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 3: HANOI → HA LONG BAY – OVERNIGHT CRUISE

08:00: Pick-up & drive to Ha Long (2.5 hours)

11:30: Arrive at cruise lounge, enjoy welcome drink

12:30: Check-in cabin and enjoy buffet lunch

14:00: Kayaking or rowing boat; visit cave or lagoon

16:30: Sunset party & cooking demonstration

19:00: Dinner onboard

20:30: Evening activities: squid fishing or relaxing

Overnight on Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay cruise

DAY 4: HA LONG BAY → HANOI

06:00: Tai Chi session

07:00: Light breakfast

08:00: Visit a cave (Surprise Cave or Dark–Bright Cave)

10:00: Check out

10:30: Early lunch/brunch

12:00: Disembark cruise

14:30: Arrive back in Hanoi

16:00: Transfer to hotel / free time

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 5: HANOI → DA NANG

Morning free for sightseeing or relaxing

12:00: Check out and transfer to airport

14:00–16:00: Flight to Da Nang

16:30: Arrive in Da Nang

17:30: Check in hotel

Overnight in Da Nang

DAY 6: BA NA HILLS – GOLDEN BRIDGE & FRENCH VILLAGE

08:00: Pick-up from hotel

09:00: Transfer to Ba Na Hills

09:30: Cable car to summit

10:00: Visit Golden Bridge

10:30: Explore Le Jardin d’Amour & Wine Cellar

12:00: Buffet lunch

13:00: Explore French Village & Linh Ung Pagoda

14:30: Free time at Fantasy Park

16:30: Cable car down

17:00: Return to hotel

Overnight in Da Nang

DAY 7: MARBLE MOUNTAINS – COCONUT JUNGLE – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN

08:00: Pick-up at hotel

08:30: Visit Marble Mountains & Linh Ung Pagoda

10:30: Transfer to Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle

11:00: Basket boat experience

12:30: Lunch at local restaurant

14:00: Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town

14:30: Walking tour: Japanese Covered Bridge, Ancient Houses

16:30: Free time or optional lantern boat ride

Overnight in Da Nang

DAY 8: DA NANG → HO CHI MINH CITY

Morning free for sightseeing

12:00: Check out

14:00–16:00: Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

16:30: Arrive and transfer to hotel

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 9: CU CHI TUNNELS & MEKONG DELTA

07:30: Depart for Cu Chi

09:00: Explore underground tunnels

11:30: Return to Ho Chi Minh City

12:30: Lunch at local restaurant

13:30: Depart for Mekong Delta

14:30: Boat trip, fruit orchards, coconut workshop

16:30: Return to Ho Chi Minh City

Evening free / optional dinner cruise

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 10: HO CHI MINH CITY – DEPARTURE

Morning free time

Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for departure

End of 10-Day Vietnam Explorer Tour

TOUR INCLUDED: 

Meals: Selected lunches and dinners

Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing

Cruise: 2D1N Ha Long / Lan Ha Bay cruise with meals and onboard activities

Entrance Fees: All tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary

Guides: Professional English-speaking local guides

Activities: Kayaking, rowing boat, cave visits, sunset experience on Ha Long Bay

Ba Na Hills: Ticket including Golden Bridge and round-trip cable car

Hoi An: Ancient Town sightseeing ticket

City Tours: Hanoi, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City

Travel Insurance: Basic local insurance during the tour

Bottled Water: 1 bottle per person per day

Taxes & Service Charges: Included

TOUR EXCLUDED:

• Accommodation

• Drinks during meals

• International & domestic air tickets

• Vietnam visa & visa stamping fees

• Travel insurance (highly recommended)

• Tips for guides, drivers, and service staff

• Personal expenses: laundry, phone calls, shopping, etc.

• Meals not mentioned in the program

• Any services not clearly stated in Price Includes

• Peak season surcharges, compulsory gala dinners at hotels/resorts during Christmas, New Year & Tet Holidays

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