14 Days, One Family, the Whole of Vietnam

This morning, the family hops on the back of a vintage Vespa for an unforgettable ride through Hanoi - plunging into the city’s busy, chaotic traffic in a way you’ll never forget. It’s an experience teenagers love, and a brilliant way to see the real city.

Weave through the bustling streets and narrow alleys of the Old Quarter, pausing for photos of atmospheric old lanes and landmarks like the Central Cathedral, the Opera House, Dong Xuan Market, and Long Bien Bridge. Learn to make the city’s signature egg coffee, ride out to the famous Train Street, and visit Hoa Lo Prison and the Temple of Literature.

Between the rides, stop to taste Hanoi’s street food hidden in the back alleys - bun cha, banh goi, banh tom, and more - before the tour returns you to your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

At around 8:00 AM, your private guide collects the family for the scenic drive to Ninh Binh Province, about 120 kilometres south of Hanoi.

Begin at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the first capital of Vietnam, where the beautifully preserved temples of King Dinh and King Le, built in the 17th century, bring the country’s early history to life. Enjoy a gentle 45-minute cycle through the countryside to meet local village life, followed by lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, board a sampan through Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a “Kong: Skull Island” filming location, drifting among green rivers and caves such as Sang Cave, Toi Cave, and Nau Ruou Cave. Then comes a challenge the teenagers will love: climb the nearly 500 steps of Mua Cave (the “Dancing Cave”) to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for a breathtaking panorama over Tam Coc, before returning to Hanoi in the evening.

Please note: the guide may adjust the itinerary depending on weather conditions.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay is the jewel of northern Vietnam, famous for its thousands of dramatic limestone islands rising from emerald waters.

Around midday, after a scenic drive through the rice fields of the Red River Delta, arrive at the pier and board your cruise with a welcome drink and briefing. Settle into your cabins over lunch as the ship heads out among the jungle-clad karsts and hidden caves.

Through the afternoon, the family can kayak among the limestone cliffs or climb to the sundeck for a panoramic view, before the cruise anchors in a quiet spot. Gather on deck as the scenery glows at dusk, followed by dinner on board and an easy evening together — games, a film, or squid fishing off the deck after dark, always a favorite with the teens.

Overnight on the cruise.

Begin the morning with a Tai Chi session on deck in the tranquil early light, then breakfast as the ship glides among the karsts. After checking out, the family can relax on board over a brunch as the cruise makes its way back to the harbor.

Transfer by limousine to Hanoi, where the rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your driver transfers you to the airport for your flight to Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island, set in the Gulf of Thailand.

On arrival, your driver brings the family to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free to relax on the beach, enjoy the resort’s facilities, or explore the island together at your own pace.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

This morning, set out together for Vinpearl Safari, Phu Quoc’s vast semi-wild wildlife park, where the family can spend two to four hours exploring its zones and watching a wide range of animals roam in naturalistic habitats.

Arriving early means catching the animals at their most active - perfect for memorable photos in the fresh morning light. The rest of the day is free to enjoy yourself back at the beach.

Please note: the in-park bus service is not included.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

Today is the family’s to shape. Beyond the beaches lie fishing villages, nature parks, and hillside pagodas, all easy to reach by taxi or day trip, and a dining scene that runs from market seafood stalls to easygoing bistros.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

Another free day for the family to spend however you please-the shore, the pool, or the roads inland.

Swim, relax, or head out to discover more of the island at your own rhythm.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

One last unhurried day on Phu Quoc. Trade the beach for the pool, wander the local markets, or simply settle in together with the sound of the waves.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your private driver transfers you to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival, your driver meets the family for the transfer to your hotel.

After check-in, the rest of the day is free to relax or take a first walk into Saigon’s lively streets, cafés, and cuisine together.

Optional this evening - Saigon Princess Dinner Cruise: a memorable family dinner aboard an elegant river cruise, with live music and panoramic views of the city’s illuminated skyline.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

This morning, your private guide and driver will take the family to explore the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, beginning at the Independence Palace (the Reunification Palace), designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu. Pass the French colonial landmarks nearby — the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office — then the War Remnants Museum, with its extensive displays from both Indochina wars.

After lunch at a local restaurant, head out to the Cu Chi Tunnels, about an hour and a half away. A short film sets the scene before the family explores the maze-like network of living quarters, kitchens, storage rooms, weapons workshops, and field hospitals, threaded with hidden trap doors - older kids and teens can even crawl through the tunnels to sense how people lived underground.

Afterwards, sample the tea and cassava once eaten by guerrillas, with time to relax or try the shooting range, before returning to the city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

This morning, travel to Ben Tre and board a boat along the river, a tributary of the Mekong, winding past mangroves amid the morning bustle of fishing and coconut cargo boats. Stop at traditional brickworks to see bricks made by hand, then turn onto the Cai Son Canal through coconut jungle to visit a coconut workshop.

Continue to a rice paper and coconut candy workshop, where the family can watch candy made by hand, taste the sweets and fresh fruit, and enjoy some local music. Visit a farmer’s house to see sleeping mats being woven, ride a tuk-tuk through the coconut groves, then take a rowing boat along a shady palm-lined canal and stop for lunch at a riverside restaurant before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

On the last day of the journey, enjoy breakfast and your remaining free time at leisure until your private driver transfers you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Depending on your flight time, the family might relax at the hotel or pick up some last-minute local specialties and souvenirs.

As your journey comes to an end, we hope these two weeks - from the Vespas of Hanoi to the white sand of Phu Quoc - have given your family a camera full of memories and a love for Vietnam that calls you back one day.

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