Explore Charming Vietnam in 12 Days
Overview
Route: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Ninh Binh - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta - Cu Chi Tunnels
" Explore Charming Vietnam in 12 Days " is a small group tour with our exclusive offer of only from 80 USD/person/day. The package tour includes accommodation in the hotels, flights, an expert guide, meals, transportation, and much more. Immerse yourself in the best of Vietnam and enjoy a truly personalized holiday experience.
Marvel at the unique structure of the One Pillar Pagoda and learn about its fascinating creation. Discover the scenic West Lake, surrounded by historical attractions, and visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, an important Buddhist site located right on the lake. From exploring the spectacular Sung Sot Cave and kayaking and My Son Sanctuary and engaging with the locals - this tour offers a wonderful dive into Vietnam. Finish off with a warm welcome from cosmopolis Ho Chi Minh city whilst discovering the rice basket of Vietnam in the mighty Mekong Delta and delve into history with an excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels.
HIGHTLIGHTS
- Discover a blend of modern city life and rich cultural traditions in Hanoi
- Enjoy a bamboo boat ride at Tam Coc and take in breathtaking views of dramatic mountains
- Unwind in the tranquil ambiance of the stunning Hoi An Ancient Town
- Sail among the tranquil waters and limestone islands of Ha Long Bay
Tour Map
Others not Included
- Early check-in (before 2:00 PM) and late check-out (after 12:00 PM)
- Beverages, other meals, personal expenses, and tips
- E-visa to enter Vietnam
- Holiday surcharges, if applicable
- Mandatory gala dinners on December 24th and 31st
- Bank fees related to payment transactions
- Meals not specified in the program
- Any other services not listed in the included services
- Extra night(s) of accommodation
Travel insurance
Others not Included
- Early check-in (before 2:00 PM) and late check-out (after 12:00 PM)
- Beverages, other meals, personal expenses, and tips
- E-visa to enter Vietnam
- Holiday surcharges, if applicable
- Mandatory gala dinners on December 24th and 31st
- Bank fees related to payment transactions
- Meals not specified in the program
- Any other services not listed in the included services
- Extra night(s) of accommodation
Travel insurance
Tour Plan
Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival
Upon arrival in Hanoi, our representative will pick you up at the airport and take you to your accommodation in the heart of the old town. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the charming Hanoi Capital.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2: Explore Hanoi on City Tour & Rickshaw ride
In the morning, your tour guide will pick you up for a full-day city tour of Hanoi.
We will visit popular destinations such as the One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the scenic West Lake, and the Tran Quoc Pagoda. We will conclude the tour with a delightful traditional Vietnamese lunch at an authentic restaurant.
In the afternoon, we will explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university and a symbol of Confucian influence on the country’s history and culture.
After that enjoy the rickshaw ride around the Old Quarter
Overnight in Hanoi.
ALTERNATIVE OPTION WITHOUT EXTRA CHARGE: Cooking Class & Rickshaw ride
Our guide will collect you from your hotel by taxi or motorbike to the class. Where you will then be take the Cyclo trip to the market. You will meet the Chef and experience a day in his life as you wander through the fresh food market. You will also learn some tips and tricks to ensure that only the finest quality ingredients are selected. You will then select all the ingredients needed for your class.
Chef will then accompany you as you make your way back to the class. You will stop along the way and get to sample a selection of street foods.
During the lesson, Chef will teach you the secrets to creating decorations, to enhance the presentation of your dished, well as some of the basic skills needed to master the knife skills required to be a chef.
Duration: 4 hours . You can choose the morning class at 8.30 am – 12.30 pm or afternoon class at 14.30 pm – 18.30 pm everyday.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay - World Heritage of Nature
In the morning, be picked up from hotel and transferred to Halong Bay. Take a boat trip to explore one of the world’s great natural wonders, cruising the thousands of limestone islands filled with caves of all shapes and sizes. The sails of cruise and samfans gliding along the clear and emerald waters of the bay form a magnificent picturesque scene that blends with the sky.
In the afternoon, you also get a chance to visit Sung Sot cave, swim and relax in Titop island and enjoy Sunset Party on sundeck.
After dinner, socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around. Stay overnight on board
Overnight on the cruise
Note:
In case of adverse weather conditions preventing the cruise from departing, the tour may be cancelled without prior notice. In such situations, alternative arrangements or a refund will be considered, depending on the circumstances.
Day 4: Halong Bay – Return Hanoi
Do TaiChi in early morning and enjoy the peaceful morning of Halong Bay. Kayak around Drum cave; visiting Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more.
While heading back to the harbor, watch the fruit carving demonstration and participate in the Cooking Class before enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Disembark from the junk at noon and transfer to Hanoi.
Return at hotel around 15.00 pm. Recheck in at hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Hanoi - Ninh Binh ( Hoa Lu-Tam Coc-Mua Cave)
Today, Travel by air-conditioned bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh.
Visit Dinh king Temple and Le king Temple from the 10th century, and hear about the heroic histories of the two Kings during the Chinese Wars.
At midday, sit down for lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant.
Continue to Tam Coc and take the sampan go (traditional river boat) along the Ngo Dong river to visit Tam Coc's three caves.
Head back to Tam Coc wharf, take your bicycle, and cycle around traditional villages and Tam Coc town.
Visit Mua cave, which attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps to see all the way to Tam Coc, and enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.
In the evening, return Ha Noi.
Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6: Hanoi - Fly to Hoi An
Today, we travel to Hoi An by plane. The air tickets are included in the tour.
Our driver transfers you to the airport and take 1.5 hour to Da Nang where you will be picked up and transfferred to Hoi An - the well preserve ancient town. Check into the hotel in Hoi An and you are free to explore Hoi An on your own.
Overnight in Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Champa Ruins - My Son sanctuary
Day trip to My Son holly land today.
Have breakfast at hotel, after that be picked up for My Son Half day tour. My Son was chosen as a religious center, built in the late 4th century under the Cham’s King Bhadravaman. It is a huge religious complex with over 70 towers and temples of different architectures. Wander through the elaborate carvings and sculptures of the Cham people, tourists are welcomed at the Old Tower of the Cham. Spend 2 hours to enjoy and discover the beauty of Ancient buildings at of the Champa Kingdom with our tour guide.
12.00: Leaving My Son for Cau Lau boat station and taking a boat trip on Thu Bon river. You could visit the living of the local people and feeling the fresh air. You will have soft lunch (My Quang traditional noodle), then get boat trip visit Thu Bon river, stopping for visiting at Kim Bong Carpentry Village – The traditional work village.
14:30: The boat trip will finish at Boat station then return to hotel.
Overnight in Hoi An
Day 8: Hoi An Relaxing Day
Enjoy your leisure day. Relax at the hotel pool or go shopping, tailor...etc.
Overnight in Hoi An
Day 9: Hoi An - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Today, we travel to Ho Chi Minh city by plane. The air tickets are included in the tour.
Our driver transfers you to the airport and take 1.5 hour to Ho Chi Minh where you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel. Check into the hotel and relax.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 10: Saigon City tour and Cu Chi Tunnels
Today, we will take a full day tour of Saigon City and Cu Chi tunnels. Our driver will pick you up at the hotel after breakfast and we will visit the historic Independence Palace, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office and War Remnants Museum.
After lunch, we head to Cu Chi to explore the underground network system.
After lunch, we will proceed to the renowned War Remnants Museum,
The Tunnels is an extensive underground city stretching over 250km, where the Viet Cong waged their resistance against American forces during the Vietnam War.
After the tour, we will return back to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 11: Mekong Delta Full Day Tour
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you will meet our tour guide and driver, who will accompany you on your journey to Cai Be.
Upon arrival in Cai Be, you will embark on a delightful adventure aboard a private small boat, gliding through one of the branches of the legendary Mekong River. Immerse yourself in the enchanting rhythm of life along the river as you explore the picturesque canals adorned with orchards.
Discover the artistry of local crafts at workshops specializing in rice popcorn, coconut caramel, and rice cakes. Engage in a biking or walking excursion along village paths, leading you to the ancient and exquisite Phu Chau Pagoda, where serenity pervades, and you can interact with the friendly local residents.
Indulge in a delectable lunch at an open-air restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to savor the renowned local delicacy, the elephant ear fish. Conclude your journey with a delightful experience of rowing a small rowboat through the shaded canals, while relishing the flavors of seasonal fruits.
In the late afternoon, return to Saigon, carrying with you the cherished memories of this enchanting Mekong River excursion.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 12: Departure from Ho Chi Minh
Have your breakfast and get ready to check out of your hotel. A private driver will pick you up from the hotel lobby for your transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport, taking approximately 30 minutes. Please specify whether you require the international or domestic hall.
Please note that for international flights, it is recommended to be at the airport 3 hours prior to departure, while for domestic flights, 2 hours is advised.
During rush hours (07:00 – 08:30 AM and 16:30 – 18:30 PM), the travel time from the city center to Tan Son Nhat airport may extend to approximately 1 hour.
Trip Ends.
What's Included
Accommodation
- Hanoi: La Passion Classic Hotel or Similar
- Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or Similar
- Hoi An: Rose Garden Hotel or Similar
- Ho Chi Minh: Prague Hotel Saigon or Similar
+ 4-Star Hotels:
- Hanoi: Authentic Hanoi Hotel or Similar
- Halong Bay: Sapphire Cruise or Similar
- Hoi An: Delicacy Hotel & Spa or Similar
- Ho Chi Minh: Alagon Saigon Hotel & Spa or Similar
+ 5-Stars Hotels:
- Hanoi: Pan Pacific Hotel or Similar
- Halong Bay: La Casta Cruise or Similar
- Hoi An: La Siesta Resort or Similar
- Ho Chi Minh: Majectic Hotel Saigon or Similar
* Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon (Except Early check-in or Late check-out mentioned in the program)
Meals
B=breakfast
L=Lunch
D=Dinner
This tour offers Vegetarian and Vegan food options on request. Simply let Vietnam Asia Travel know the food option that you prefer.
Flight Tickets
Transportation
Guide
Additional Services
Tissues and water on coach
Service charges and government tax
24/7 hotline support guaranteed
What's Not Included
Others not Included
- Early check-in (before 2:00 PM) and late check-out (after 12:00 PM)
- Beverages, other meals, personal expenses, and tips
- E-visa to enter Vietnam
- Holiday surcharges, if applicable
- Mandatory gala dinners on December 24th and 31st
- Bank fees related to payment transactions
- Meals not specified in the program
- Any other services not listed in the included services
- Extra night(s) of accommodation
Travel insurance
Where You'll Stay
La Passion Classic Hotel or similar - Hanoi
Hotel
Days 1,2,4,5
Le Journey Elegance Cruise or similar - Halong
Hotel
Days 3
Acnos Hotel Saigon or similar - Ho Chi Minh
Hotel
Days 6,7,8
Alagon Saigon Hotel or similar - Ho Chi Minh
Hotel
Days 9,10,11
Where You'll Stay
La Passion Classic Hotel or similar - Hanoi
Hotel
Days 1,2,4,5
Le Journey Elegance Cruise or similar - Halong
Hotel
Days 3
Acnos Hotel Saigon or similar - Ho Chi Minh
Hotel
Days 6,7,8
Alagon Saigon Hotel or similar - Ho Chi Minh
Hotel
Days 9,10,11
Reviews
FAQs
1.What are the payment terms when booking a trip with Vietnam Asia Travel?
- To book a trip with VNA Travel, you will need to pay a 10% deposit. The deposit is non-refundable.
- Final payment is required no later than 30 days prior to departure unless otherwise stated. Some airfares or services must be paid in full at the time of booking.
2.What is your tour price for 3-star, 4-star, and 5-star hotels for different cities during the tour?
Tour pricing varies depending on the hotel category, travel dates, group size, and specific cities included in your itinerary. Here’s a general guideline:
- 3-star hotels: From approximately USD 80–120 per person per day (Double/Twin Sharing)
- 4-star hotels: From approximately USD 120–150 per person per day (Double/Twin Sharing)
- 5-star hotels: From approximately USD 150– 180+ per person per day (Double/Twin Sharing)
These rates typically include accommodation, daily breakfast, guided tours, transportation, and some meals, but may vary by destination and season. For an accurate quotation tailored to your preferred cities and travel plans, it’s best to share your choice, travel dates, and number of travelers. Our travel advisor will send you the details in 24h
3.What are your cancellation policies, and how can I modify my booking?
- More than 60 days prior to arrival date: 10% cancellation charge + airfare cancellation fees.
- 30 - 50 days prior to arrival date: 20% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 29 – 15 days prior to arrival date: 40% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 14 – 8 days prior to arrival date: 80% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 7 days prior to arrival date: 100 % (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)
- No show: 100% (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)



