This 7-day Vietnam itinerary offers an immersive journey through the country’s vibrant culture, deep history, and natural wonders. Begin in the charming capital city of Hanoi, where ancient pagodas and colonial architecture line tree-shaded boulevards. Dive into Vietnam’s rich past with a full-day city tour before cruising the breathtaking limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay, including cave explorations and a night aboard a traditional junk boat. The adventure continues in dynamic Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), from exploring the intricate Cu Chi Tunnels to discovering French-era landmarks and wartime museums. Conclude with a day trip to the lush Mekong Delta, where river life unfolds through fruit orchards, bee farms, and canal cruises. This well-rounded itinerary blends relaxation, exploration, and authentic local experiences, offering a memorable snapshot of Vietnam’s north-to-south diversity.
Arrival at the Hanoi International Airport. Meet and greet from our tour representative and enjoy your transfer to your hotel. The transfer distance is approximately 40 minutes.
Hanoi, or “River-bound City” as its name literally means, is Vietnam’s capital with a thousand-year-old history dating back to 1010. The city’s fascinating beauty, which is characterized by unique cultural relics, ancient streets of antique houses, elegant French colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards, and romantic lakes, has made it one of the most charming cities in Asia.
After reaching, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. Enjoy the rest of the time at leisure. Enjoy the hotel amenities, explore the surrounding areas, or relax in your room and recharge yourself for the upcoming day. After completing your day, enjoy an overnight stay in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, embark on a Full Day Hanoi City Tour. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which features the life of Ho Chi Minh, the nation’s founder. At the complex, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the colonial Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda. Later, continue your tour to the Temple of Literature, known as the first university of Vietnam, built in 1070 by the Ly Dynasty to honor Confucius, sages, and outstanding Vietnamese scholars.
Later, in the afternoon, continue the tour to one of the following museums of choice, namely: The Museum of Fine Arts, the National Museum of Vietnamese History, the Museum of Revolution, the Museum of Military History, or the Museum of Ethnology. Late afternoon, visit Hoan Kiem Lake - Hoan Kiem Lake is the center point of Hanoi and home to a rare endangered giant turtle species. Its name, “Returned Sword,” comes from a legend of a sacred sword being lent to an ancient Vietnamese King by a holy turtle from the lake and later returned to the turtle. End your day with a leisurely walk at the Old Quarter of 36 ancient streets. After completing your day, return to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
Early morning breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, you will have your pick up at 08:00 am from your hotel to transfer to Ha Long Bay, which is about 160 km or a 3.5-hour drive away. On the way, you will see some rural areas of the Red River Delta with plenty of chances to take photos of Vietnamese farmers working in paddy fields. Stop halfway to visit a handicraft workshop of fine clothes and embroidered paintings. Arrive in Ha Long City at 11:30 AM and check in aboard the booked junk, right after the welcome drink is served. Start cruising while having lunch on board and enjoy the mighty bay view.
Ha Long Bay, meaning Descending Dragon Bay in Vietnamese, as legend has it that it was where a holy dragon landed from the sky. The bay, famous as one of the world’s wonders and heritage sites, whose formation dates back 500 million years, consists of around 2,000 karst islands and islets scattered over an area of 1,553 km2.
The bay cruise will continue with up-close sightings of Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island, Sail Island, a visit to Sung Sot Cave, and a swimming stop at Titov Beach. Relax to enjoy the bay view at sunset, have dinner after, go fishing at 09:00 PM, and spend a night on board.
Early risers can enjoy the splendid yet tranquil view of the bay at the crack of dawn. Breathe the sea’s fresh air, feel the morning breeze, and hear the sounds of birds above. Have breakfast and cruise to visit the Human head-shaped island and Tortoise Island. Continue to cruise into Bai Tu Long Bay to discover the adjacent bay of “The Little Dragon Bowing to His Mother,” as it is named. Complete the checkout and have lunch on board while heading to shore. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Arrive in Saigon city, welcome by our guide and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly named Saigon, is the largest city and economic center of Vietnam, always bustled with activities of modern life. It is where businesses converge and shoppers indulge themselves in unlimited choices. However, the city also carries with it a rich historical legacy in contrast with its dazzling glamor.
After reaching, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. Enjoy the rest of the time at leisure. Enjoy the hotel amenities, explore the surrounding areas, or relax in your room and recharge yourself for the upcoming day. After completing your day, enjoy an overnight stay in Saigon.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, embark on a Half Day Tour to the Cu Chi Tunnel, located 75 km Northwest of downtown Ho Chi Minh City, which was once a major underground hideout and resistance base of Viet Cong forces during the two wars against the French and later on Americans. The tunnels, entirely hand-dug, formed a highly intricate network of interlinked multilevel passageways at times stretched as far as the Cambodian border and totaling over 120 km in length. Its complexity was beyond imagination, containing meeting rooms, kitchens, wells, clinics, schools, depots, trenches, and emergency exits, all aimed for guerrilla warfare. The tunnels were deep and strong enough to withstand destructive bombings and self-contained enough to outlast prolonged sieges. After completing the Cu Chi Tunnel Tour, return back to Saigon.
After reaching Saigon, take a Half Day City Tour to visit outside of Saigon Notre-Dame, a neo-Roman cathedral built by the colonial French with materials entirely imported from Marseilles, Saigon Central Post Office, which was designed and constructed in the early 20th Century by the famous French architect Gustave Eiffel. Then, visit the War Remnants Museum, which features an extensive collection of exhibits including weaponry, photos, and documentation on Vietnam’s wars with the French and Americans. At the end of the day, you have free time to go shopping at Ben Thanh Market. After completing your day, return to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, travel by road to the Mekong Delta, the world’s largest delta and Vietnam's largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho City, capital of Tieng Giang Province, embark on a boat and navigate through intricate canals while observing the local daily life up close as well as the landscape of waterways and lush islands. Land on the Unicorn Island to enjoy wandering through verdant orchards, tasting fresh fruits, and listening to some Southern-style traditional music. Move on to the second delta province, Ben Tre, where you will watch local villagers make coconut candy in a rural workshop, walk around briefly, and try riding a horse-pulled carriage. More cruising to some bee-keeping households to taste fresh homegrown honey and honey tea. After completing your tour, return to your hotel in Saigon. The rest of the time will be free at leisure. After completing your day, enjoy an overnight stay in Saigon.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, enjoy your morning at leisure. Visit your favorite nearby café, street, shop, etc. Later, complete the check-out process and enjoy your transfer from your hotel to the Airport for your departure flight to your next destination/Homeland.
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