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
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Hanoi: Explore the vibrant Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show
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Ha Long Bay / Lan Ha Bay: Overnight cruise with kayaking, cave visits, sunset views, and optional squid fishing
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Da Nang & Ba Na Hills: Ride the cable car to Golden Bridge, explore French Village, Flower Garden, Fantasy Park
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Hoi An: Walk through lantern-lit Ancient Town, Japanese Covered Bridge, Ancient Houses, local markets
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Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle: Experience basket boat ride and traditional rural life
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Marble Mountains: Visit pagodas, caves, and viewpoints
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Ho Chi Minh City: Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market
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Mekong Delta: Boat trip through rivers and canals, visit fruit orchards and local workshops
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Comfortable Accommodation & Local Cuisine: 9 nights in well-rated hotels, daily breakfast, selected lunches/dinners
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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:
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Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake
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Try local street food: Pho, Bun Cha, Egg Coffee
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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