Arrive Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Pearl of Indochina. You will be met at the exit of Tan Son Nhat International Airport and transfer to the downtown at any time of the day (even mid night). Check in your hotel. Free for leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Full day city tour in Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnel. (B, L)

Today, we commence at 8 am to take part in Ho Chi Minh city tour - once known as Saigon – bustles with forward-looking energy in glittering skyscrapers, street vendors and open-air cafés. The tour includes Reunification Hall, which was once South Vietnam’s presidential palace, and the ornate French colonial architecture of the Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Chinatown and Binh Tay Market – the central market. In the afternoon, we visit the Cu Chi Tunnel. Stretching out in a 120-mile underground network of meeting rooms, triage centers and kitchens, this vast complex allowed North Vietnamese combatants to evade discovery as they moved freely throughout the area, and offers a unique look at life in wartime Vietnam. Back to the downtown late afternoon. Overnight in Saigon. 

Ho Chi Minh city to Mekong Delta (B, L)

Have breakfast at hotel then start early in the morning for our drive to Cai Be, where we board our private boat for a cruise through the busy Cai Be floating market. We then make a stop to visit some local cottage industries such as the coconut candy workshop, learn how to make puffed-rice, puff-corn, or witnessing the process of making rice paper. Continuing with our cruise through the maze of canals the criss-cross the An Binh island, we land at Mr. Ba Kiet Ancient House restaurant for lunch. Here we can enjoy devouring the fresh tropical fruits of the Delta, while having a short traditional music show performed by local artists…

After lunch, we have a short walk around the island to see how people making their living and enjoying their life. We carry on to a Nursery Garden, where you can see most of the Delta fruits seedlings. The final point of visit will be a Brick & pottery kiln. Transfer back to Saigon. Overnight in Saigon.

Ho Chi Minh City to Danang & Sightseeing in Hoi An. (B, L)

Fly from Saigon to Danang city. Transfer to the hotel in Hoian. After that, we will start the tour by discovering how the traditions of the past are treasured in the present in Hoi An on the Thu Bon River, a key international trading port between the 15th and 19th centuries – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved, centuries-old streets, dwellings, temples and pagodas, including the Tan Ky house and an 18th-century Japanese-style bridge. Visit the workshop of a traditional lantern maker for a demonstration of this time-honored craft; meet the artisans and try your skills as you create your own lantern to take home. After touring Hoian's historic highlights by cyclo, we will take a boat trip on the Thu Bon River to Kim Bong Carpenters Village where you can select many wooden art works to ship home. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon. Overnight in Hoian.

My Son Sanctuary half day Tour & free go shopping (B, L)

Today, you will visit My Son Holy land, a unique beautiful sanctuary world of the ancient Cham religion, 50 km southwest of Hoian. The My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious monuments originally consisting of more than 70 structures; the vestiges of 25 of which remain today. The builders of My Son were the nobility of the Champa Kingdom who derived their cultural and spiritual influences almost exclusively from India. After lunch, transfer back to the town. In the afternoon, you are free to go shopping in Hoian Town. Overnight in Hoian.

Danang city tour - Hue Old Imperial City. (B, L)

Today, we travel via Marble Mountain to Non Nuoc Beach and the Cham Museum in Danang. Continue to Hue. Check in your hotel. Lunch. This afternoon, take a boat ride along the Perfume River and see the magnificent architecture of Thien Mu Pagoda and enjoy sunset on the romantic Perfume River. Overnight in Hue.

Hue Fullday City Tour. (B, L)

Morning, we will visit the Hue Imperial City was constructed between 1805 and 1832 on an expansive area of more than 5 square kilometers on the northern bank of Perfume River. The visit includes the Flag Tower where the last emperor abdicated to Ho Chi Minh's Revolutionary Government in 1945, Thai Hoa Palace and The Mieu Temple - the biggest place of worship ever built in Vietnam. It was constructed in 1821 and dedicated to the 10 Nguyen kings and their queens. In the afternoon, we visit to the Imperial Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc and Khai Dinh, the last monument of the Nguyen dynasty. Overnight in Hue.

Hue to Hanoi (B)

Fly from Hue to Hanoi. Transfer to the hotel and free for the rest of the day. Overnight in Hanoi!

Hanoi Fullday City Tour (B, L)

Hanoi, known as the ‘Paris of the Orient’, the city steeped in history but also bursting with world-class dining options and beautiful French-style architectures. On today's sightseeing tour, you will explore the highlights of this fascinating city including: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum; One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. After lunch, we will visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum. Proceed to scenic Hoan Kiem lake and enjoy a cyclo ride through the narrow lanes of the historic old quarter. This evening savor a thrilling performance of the unique Water Puppets! Overnight in Hanoi.

Excursion to Halong Bay and Stay overnight on Board. (B, L, D)

Have breakfast at hotel, from 8:00 to 8:30’AM Journey by road through the lush countryside to Halong bay. Boarding and enjoy lunch while cruising. In the afternoon, we will visit one of the most beautiful cave, Surprising cave in Halong bay. You are free to swim or go kayaking. Dinner severed on the boat with fresh seafood. Enjoy night fishing or just relax on the top deck under thousands of stars. Overnight on Boat.

Halong Bay - Hanoi. (B, Brunch)

We will arise early for a morning exercise on boat. Follow by a light breakfast. The cruise continues to take you through the amazing islets, fish farm, fishing village while having your brunch before return back to the harbor. Back in Hanoi around 4 pm. You are free to discover the lively Old Quarter or take a gentle walk around Hoan Kiem lake. Overnight in Hanoi.

Hanoi Conclude/ Departure (B)

Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore Hanoi at your pace before take the flight back home. Finish your unforgettable Vietnam trip arranged by Seagulls Travel or you can extend some days to Siemreap in Cambodia with us.