Exotic Vietnam from South to North in 10 Days

This morning, continue your journey to My Tho, a small town lies on the bank of the Mekong River. Enjoy the scenery along the National Highway before boarding the sampan and cruising down the river.

Upon arrival to My Tho, stop by to visit the Vinh Trang pagoda - the greatest pagoda in Tien Giang province. Then, take a pleasant boat ride and immerse yourself in the beauty of the countryside along the river. 

Stopover at Tortoise islet and savor your lunch in the orchard garden. After that, head to An Khanh, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta followed by enjoying riding a hand-rowed sampan along natural canals. Stop at a local family’s home to relish tropical fruit and honey tea as well as enjoy folk song music which is performed by the locals.

Afterward, you will return to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at your hotel, start your tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels. With the length over 250 km, this is a historic site once used by the Vietnamese soldiers during the 1960s. The tunnels played an important role in the Vietnam War, which is not only allowed the Viet Cong to control a large rural area close to Ho Chi Minh City but they were also functioning as an underground city including hospitals, schools, meeting rooms, kitchens and sleeping quarters.

Once you’re back above ground you’ll be taken back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh. Free to go shopping in the afternoon. Overnight at the hotel.

In the morning, you will be transferred to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for the flight to Da Nang - the most worth-living city in Vietnam. 

Upon arrival in Da Nang, you will be picked up and transferred from Da Nang to the Ancient Town of Hoi An. Take your time and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to discover this amazing town. 

Today, spend your time to stroll around and explore the beauty of Hoi An Old Town by yourself. This is one of the most charming cities in Vietnam where is still well-preserved the unique and traditional architecture as well as its long-lasting history. 

On this day, you will take a ride westward toward the foothills of the mountain spine of Indochina. Welcome to My Son - a holy Sanctuary including more than 70 towers and temples, worshiping to Shiva and other Hindu gods. Located about 70km southwest of Danang and 40km from Hoi An, this historic site is a remarkable complex with ancient Champa style's structures made of red bricks and exquisite sandstone. 

Continue your trip with a boat trip on the Thu Bon River. Enjoy some relaxing moment on the boat before you have soft lunch (My Quang traditional noodle) at a local restaurant. Then, stopover to visit Kim Bong Carpentry Village – The traditional work village specializing in the cabinet making and shipbuilding.

 After that, you will return to Hoi An. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, you will be transferred from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport for the flight to Hanoi - the capital of Vietnam, a hustle and bustle city situated in the north country. 

Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel where you may enjoy the remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi. 

Today, depart for an impressive journey to Halong Bay – the jewel of North Vietnam, famous for its thousands of dramatic limestone islands sprinkled around the bay. 

Our shuttle bus will take you through the peaceful scenery of rice fields as we travel through the countryside and the lush land of Red River Delta.

At around noon, after a scenic drive, we arrive at the pier. Upon boarding our luxurious cruise, join the crew and the captain with a welcome drink and a cruise briefing.

After settling into your cabin, enjoy a delicious lunch while the ship starts heading out to the bay passing numerous jungle-clad mountains and mysterious caves.

You have plenty of time to swim in the emerald water or climb up to the top for the panoramic view of the bay or kayak around the limestone karsts. Back on board for a cruise to the anchorage spot in a quiet area.

This evening, join your fellow passengers with a fresh cocktail on the sundeck while enjoying the awe-inspiring scenery of the surroundings before having dinner with delicious Vietnamese food.

After dinner, enjoy your time onboard with a range of interesting activities including playing games, fishing squid or watching movies.

Start your new day in the early morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session onboard to rejuvenate your soul and body in the astonishingly tranquil ambiance.

Enjoy breakfast while the ship makes its way through numerous limestone karsts and caves. 

After breakfast, prepare to check out of your cabin. As the ship cruises back to the harbor, take your leisure time to relax on board or simply enjoy the spectacular views passing by.

Brunch will be served onboard on the way back. Upon arrival back in the harbor, transfer by shuttle bus to Hanoi. You arrive in Hanoi at around 17.00 pm.

Today, you will be picked up from the hotel (without guide) to the Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight. The room will be at your disposal until noontime only. 

End of services! Goodbye and see you on the next journey!

Note: Check-in time - 14.00 pm and check out time - 12.00 pm applied to all hotels in package