Romance of Vietnam In 12 Days

Welcome to Vietnam, upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will be welcome by your guide holding a sign with your name and our company logo on it. You will be privately transferred to your luxury accommodation. Stay right in the heart of the city. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Start point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport ( SGN), Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn,  Ho Chi Minh

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River.

• Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands.
• Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around the country lane and see orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and folk song music which is performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.
• Ride a hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son canal and treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.
• Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. End trip.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Explore Ho Chi Minh City when crowds have dispersed and temperatures have cooled on a private tour of the city by open-air Jeep.

• This offer will last 2,5 hours for you to enjoy all the faces of the nightlife of Saigon, the most unexpected places, in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, to share the true life of Saigon inhabitants by the time of an evening.
• Zoom past the famous must-see sights of Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the panorama views of Saigon at best Skybar.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Relish the remaining moment in Hanoi before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Phu Quoc. When you arrive at Phu Quoc Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation nearby the beach. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy the delicious breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the countryside exploration.

This morning you will be picked up at the hotel by our local host. Starting cycling to the countryside area in Hoi An, the ride is on the village road where you do not see many cars or trucks, taking pictures of the beautiful countryside views before getting arrived in Tra Que organic vegetable village. Our local host will give you a lot information on the local life as well as the rice culture along the road, you may take some photos of the water buffalo or the local farmer working on their rice fields.

Arriving in the village, you will be warmly welcome with special lemon basil tea before strolling around the vegetable garden to see how the local farm in their garden, join the local farmers to grow some vegetable in the garden with the traditional farming way which is really great fun as you have done anything like this before.

Following with the relaxing foot massage before our hand-on cooking shows you how to cook the Hoian special pancake. Lunch will be served with all local foods before you have some free time, or you can lie on the hammock before riding back to your hotel.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

The lanterns will take your notice for the first time coming to Hoi An by night.

For Hoi An people, they believe that hanging lanterns in front of their house will bring luck, happiness, and wealth to the members' families in the house. Do you want to make your own awesome handmade souvenir lantern? Hoi An half-day tour will get you back to the 17th century exploring the local lifestyle, and historical sights and enjoying the delicacies of Hoi An. Visit the Museum of Folk Culture, Old House of Tan Ky, Japanese Covered Bridge, Fujian Assembly Hall
No skill is required. Just have fun.

In the evening, Enjoy the memory show in Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Meal: Breakfast

Back to the capital Hanoi - one of the most worth-living cities in the world, Hanoi embraces charming and gracious beauty which is a mix of modern and traditional styles.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast

At 8:00 AM: Our driver and guide will pick you up by a sharing Limousine. Head to Ninh Binh, a place rich in history, culture, religion, and natural beauty. Take pictures along the Red River delta.

• Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s capital from the 10th to 11th centuries. It’s protected by limestone mountains and rivers, offering stunning scenery.
  At Hoa Lu, visit temples honoring Emperors Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh, who played key roles in Vietnam’s independence from China.
• Have lunch at a local restaurant. Then, head to Tam Coc, also known as “Halong Bay on Land.” Board a private sampan boat for a 90-minute ride along the Ngo Dong River.
• 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.

The return to Hanoi will leave you the rest of the afternoon and evening at your leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi Old Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today you will have a great opportunity to discover Da River ( Black River) and enjoy the scenic landscapes with limestone islets sprinkled all around. Jump on a kayak and explore the true beauty of nature in Northern Vietnam.

• Having leisure time to self-explore the area.
• 12:00: Indulge in a delicious lunch at the resort before departing for Hanoi.
• 13:30: Depart from Mai Chau and make your way back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Mai Chau.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, our guide will meet you at your hotel and take you to Halong Bay on a sharing Limousine. The whole drive will take approximately 2.5 hours. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.

• We will arrive at Tuan Chau marina at noon approximately. Enjoy welcome drink aboard the cruise and meet your captain and crew for a cruise briefing.
• Check into your cabin and unwind. Lunch will be served as you set sail. You are free to enjoy your lunch in the dining room or at the outdoor dining area.

In the afternoon, we will arrive at Surprising Cave. From here, we will head to Titop island area where you can swim, snorkel or take short trek to the top of the island to see a panoramic view of Halong Bay.

• Early evening, we will head to the sundeck for a sunset party. Enjoy the sunset and make friends as you cruise and savor delicious Vietnamese delicacies.

After dinner, relax with our large selection of cocktails from the bar or try out some of our onboard activities such as book reading, games, movies or squid fishing.
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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.

Today, early risers can join our Tai Chi session that takes place at 06:30am. Then, after breakfast, take in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Luon Cave (Hang Luon).

You will have the option of either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or on bamboo boat rowed by the locals.
Then, you will join our short cooking demonstration class and learn how to make spring rolls.
After an early lunch, we will return to the shore where you will bid goodbye to the crew.
You will be transferred by our sharing Limousine and return to Hanoi for overnight stay.

Overnight in Hanoi Old Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After a nourishing breakfast, check out of your hotel and enjoy a comfortable private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.
Your memorable journey concludes here—safe travels and see you on your next adventure!

Trip Ends.