Grand Vietnam North To South

Arrive in Ha Noi and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Early evening, begin your journey with the Hanoi After Dark Vespa tour, accompanied by a private driver. This experience offers an exciting and stylish way to discover the city after sunset. Riding on a vintage Vespa, you witness Hanoi’s streets come alive with a bustling, vibrant, and colorful nighttime atmosphere. The route showcases the striking contrasts between the historic Old Quarter, the elegant French Quarter, and the dynamic modern districts. Along the way, you savor the essence of Hanoi’s cuisine through carefully selected local dishes. Each stop reveals authentic flavors and stories that reflect the city’s rich culinary heritage. The evening concludes at a trendy bar, where you can relax with premium drinks and enjoy live music in a comfortable setting.
Overnight in Ha Noi.

Take a full day tour to explore Ha Noi’s illustrious history. In the morning, visit the imposing marble edifice housing the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum (CLOSED ON MONDAYS & FRIDAYS) before moving onto his wooden stilt house and the One Pillar Pagoda. You will then explore the first university of Vietnam, the Temple of Literature, which is imbued with the profound philosophies of Confucianism. In the afternoon, visit the Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ngoc Son Temple and an ancient Vietnamese “long house”. A one-hour cyclo tour of Ha Noi’s Old Quarter allows you to catch a glimpse of ancient Ha Noi and learn about traditional Vietnamese architecture.

Overnight in Ha Noi.

Depart from Hanoi in the morning for a scenic drive to Sapa, nestled in the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. The journey offers beautiful views as the flat lowlands gradually transform into dramatic mountainous scenery. Upon arrival in Sapa around midday, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before checking in to your hotel.

In the afternoon, start a soft trekking experience through Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, located in the heart of Muong Hoa Valley. Walk along terraced rice fields, village paths, and small streams while learning about the daily life and cultural traditions of the Black H’mong and Giay ethnic minorities.Return to Sapa town in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Sapa.

After breakfast, transfer to the Fansipan cable car station for an unforgettable journey to the summit of Fansipan, known as the “Roof of Indochina” at 3,143 meters above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range before reaching the peak, where you can take photos and explore the mountain-top complex. Descend by cable car and return to Sapa.

In the afternoon, visit Silver Waterfall (Thac Bac), one of the most impressive waterfalls in the area, followed by a stop at Heaven’s Gate on Hoang Lien Son Pass, where panoramic views open over the mountains and valleys surrounding Sapa.

Overnight in Sapa.

After breakfast, depart Sapa for a scenic drive to Ta Phin Village, home to the Red Dao ethnic minority. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely walk through the village to observe Ta Phin monastery, traditional stilt houses, terraced fields, and daily rural life. You will have the opportunity to learn about Red Dao customs, their distinctive embroidered costumes, and the well-known herbal bath traditions passed down through generations.

In the afternoon, begin the overland journey back to Hanoi, enjoying views of the northern highlands along the way.

Drive through rice paddy fields to Ha Long Bay. Board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of Ha Long Bay while enjoing lunch. Drop anchor in the late evening for an overnight stay among the dramatic limestone peaks rising out of the sea.

Overnight on a junk.

Spend the morning cruising through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay before returning to the wharf. Transfer to Noi Bai airport for the flight to Hue City. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight in Hue City.

Begin your day with a scenic dragon boat cruise along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most iconic pagoda in Hue. Continue to the Imperial Citadel, the former political and cultural center of the Nguyen Dynasty, Vietnam’s last royal dynasty. Explore the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum, home to a remarkable collection of royal artifacts and ornaments from the Nguyen era. Later, visit Dong Ba Market to experience the vibrant daily life of local residents.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Hue cuisine. In the afternoon, visit Khai Dinh King’s Tomb, famous for its distinctive blend of Eastern traditions and Western architectural influences. Continue to Tu Duc King’s Tomb, admired for its harmonious layout, elegant symmetry, and tranquil natural setting. Conclude the tour with a visit to a traditional conical hat and incense-making village, where you can learn about Hue’s long-standing handicraft heritage. Return to your hotel.

Overnight in Hue City.

Morning, enjoy a guided Hue street food walking tour, sampling local specialties such as Banh Beo, Banh Nam, Banh Loc, Com Hen, and Bun Hen while strolling along the Perfume River. Continue across Trang Tien Bridge to the Imperial Citadel area for Banh Khoai, then visit the night market for local souvenirs. The tour ends at 13:00, with a leisurely walk back to your hotel. Afternoon for free at your leisure.

This evening experience begins with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel, followed by a scenic dragon boat cruise along the Perfume River toward Vong Canh Hill — one of the best spots to admire Hue’s peaceful sunset. As the boat gently glides back toward Da Vien Bridge, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner on board, featuring authentic Hue traditional cuisine in an intimate river setting. The journey is enriched by a meaningful paper-lantern releasing ritual, symbolizing wishes for luck and happiness, before returning to the boat station and concluding a memorable evening on the Perfume River.

Overnight in Hue.

Morning drive to Da Nang via Lang Co Beach and Hai Van Pass. Stop at the Cham Museum for a visit. Arrive in Hoi An. The rest of the day is free.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Start your day with a countryside adventure as our guide picks you up by US Military Jeep and takes you beyond the city to experience authentic rural life. Visit a traditional house displaying old farming tools, learn how rice flour and rice paper are made, and explore a village communal house surrounded by a banyan tree and ancient well. Meet friendly water buffaloes and try hands-on rice farming activities such as plowing, transplanting rice, and scooping water with a local farmer. The experience ends with a relaxing herbal foot soak followed by a rustic Vietnamese family-style meal “Cơm Gia Đình” at Bếp Quê, where you can also try making the traditional dish Tam Hữu.

Afternoon, you will be led on a walking tour to explore this World Heritage Site. Highlights include an ancient merchant house, the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the vibrant riverside market.

Overnight in Hoi An.

The journey to My Son Sanctuary brings you back to a mysterious Champa Kingdom, where ancient temples lie hidden in a lush valley of central Vietnam. At 8:30 AM, your car and guide will pick you up at your hotel for a scenic back-road drive, passing through the peaceful Hoi An countryside and offering glimpses of authentic local life along the way.

Upon arrival, enjoy a traditional Cham dance performance, providing an engaging introduction to the culture and spiritual beliefs of the Cham people. Continue with a guided walk through the remarkable ruins of My Son, where ancient brick towers dedicated to Hindu gods and mythology stand as timeless symbols of the once-powerful Champa civilization. Your guide will share fascinating stories that bring this sacred site vividly to life. Around noon, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Hoi An. The journey back takes you through charming villages and green rice paddies, creating perfect moments for photography and a relaxing end to your cultural adventure.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Depart for Da Nang to catch your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

In the morning, you will visit the amazing Cu Chi Tunnels where Vietnamese guerrillas built a labyrinth of narrow tunnels as hideouts during the war. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon for a half-day city tour. Highlights include the photo stops at the Reunification Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office. Visit a local market in Chinatown and either the Thien Hau Temple or the Quan Am Pagoda.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

In the morning, take a car transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be. Arrive at Cai Be Jetty at 10:00 am, where the crew welcomes you aboard the Cai Be Princess sampan with cold towels and a refreshing drink before setting off on a leisurely cruise through the Mekong Delta.

Relax as daily life unfolds along the riverbanks while enjoying tea and seasonal fruits. Visit a 19th-century ancient house and explore local cottage industries, including coconut candy and puffed rice making. The cruise ends at Le Longanier Restaurant, where lunch is served in a charming colonial-style villa set in a lush riverside garden. After lunch, continue cruising past Cai Be Church, through the Dong Phu Canal to Binh Hoa Phuoc and An Binh islands, known for their fruit orchards. Arrive at Vinh Long Pier around 4:00 pm, then transfer by car back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Free until transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your departure.