Brief Information
Tour Route: Hanoi - Halong - Hochiminh City - Mekong
Duration: 8 days
Start/End Destination: Hanoi / Hochiminh City
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam
Day 2: Hanoi - Culture, Cuisine & Colonial Charm
Day 3: Halong Bay - Sail into Serenity
Day 4: Halong Bay - Sunrise & Saigon Bound
Day 5: Hochiminh City - A Taste of the South
Day 6: Cuchi Tunnels & Culinary Workshop
Day 7: Mekong Delta - Flavors of the Riverlands
Day 8: Depart Hochiminh City
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi – A Taste of Tradition
Arrive in Hanoi, where centuries-old temples and French colonial villas line the shaded boulevards. After a private VIP transfer, settle into your boutique retreat in the heart of the Old Quarter. Later, join your guide for a walking introduction to the soul of the city. Sip on silky egg coffee at a secret café, then dine in a restored French villa, where northern Vietnamese dishes are presented with elegant contemporary flair.
Dinner
Day 2: Hanoi – A Culinary and Cultural Tapestry
This morning, explore the highlights of Hanoi: Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, the sacred One Pillar Pagoda, and the literary serenity of the Temple of Literature. Then, dive into Hanoi’s culinary undercurrent with a private street food safari. Sample steaming bowls of pho, crispy bun cha, and delicate spring rolls, led by a food expert who unveils the city’s best-kept culinary secrets. This evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show or join an optional hands-on cooking class with a renowned local chef.
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Ha Long Bay – Into the Heart of the Bay
Depart Hanoi and drive to Ha Long Bay, where your luxurious vessel awaits. Board your private suite aboard a boutique cruise ship and sail into a dreamscape of towering limestone karsts. Kayak through hidden lagoons, explore floating fishing villages, or simply relax on the sundeck. As dusk descends, sip cocktails during a sunset happy hour, followed by a sumptuous seafood dinner under the stars.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ha Long Bay – Morning Calm, Flight to Hue
Rise with the sun for an optional Tai Chi session on deck, breathing in the fresh bay air. After a leisurely breakfast, continue cruising through Lan Ha Bay’s less-traveled corners. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue, the imperial capital steeped in poetic beauty.
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Hue – Palaces, Perfume River, and Royal Cuisine
Today, walk in the footsteps of emperors at the Imperial Citadel, with its moss-covered walls and hidden temples. Cruise the Perfume River aboard a traditional dragon boat to the seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda. Afterward, join a celebrated chef at his private home for a hands-on lesson in Hue’s imperial cuisine—delicate, artistic, and rich with royal history.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Hai Van Pass to Hoi An – Coastal Beauty and Ancient Streets
Drive along the stunning Hai Van Pass, stopping to admire panoramic views where misty mountains meet turquoise sea. Arrive in Hoi An, a living museum of international trade and ancient architecture. Spend the afternoon exploring lantern-lit alleyways, colorful markets, and riverside cafés. In the evening, float a paper lantern down the Thu Bon River, sending your wishes into the night.
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Hoi An – Countryside Flavors and Artisan Crafts
Venture into Hoi An’s emerald countryside. Visit a bustling local market with your chef-guide, gather ingredients, and pedal through rice paddies to a quiet village for a private cooking class. Learn to craft dishes like cao lau and mi quang with fresh herbs straight from the garden. After lunch, visit a traditional lantern workshop to create your own silk masterpiece. The rest of the day is yours to wander the beach, enjoy a spa treatment, or relax by the river.
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Depart Da Nang – Farewell Vietnam
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your private transfer to Da Nang Airport for your onward journey. Leave Vietnam with a palette of unforgettable flavors and memories of heartfelt connections that linger long after your departure.
Breakfast
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