8-Day North-to-South Vietnam Journey from Ho Chi Minh from Hanoi
Highlights
Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta, Danang, Ninh Bình, Halong, Hanoi
Locations Covered
Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta, Danang, Ninh Bình, Halong, Hanoi
boating, cultural, sightseeing
Group Tour
8 Days
Easy
English
Description
Explore Vietnam's highlights on this 8-day journey, beginning in bustling Ho Chi Minh City, venture to Cu Chi Tunnels and the serene Mekong Delta. Discover Da Nang's Marble Mountains and Monkey Mountain, then ascend Ba Na Hills for the Golden Bridge. Visit Ninh Binh's ancient sites in Hanoi and cruise Halong Bay's stunning islets.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival
- Meet our local driver at Ho Chi Minh Airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
- Relax for the day at your hotel.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Transfer: Private car
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Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnel - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh
- 06:45 – 07:00 AM: Pick-up at Hotels in Ho Chi Minh City (Depending on hotel location in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City)
- Begin your journey towards Cu Chi District, approximately 1.5 hours away.
- Upon arrival, Watch an introductory video on the construction and survival techniques of the Cu Chi Tunnels during wartime. Explore the tunnel system, which includes living areas, kitchens, and martial facilities like weapons factories and hospitals. Discover hidden trap doors and wartime traps designed for security.
- Enjoy a break with special tea and cassava, which are the traditional foods of the guerrillas during the war.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Transfer to My Tho City for the next part of the tour.
- Cruise along the Tien River, passing Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands. Experience the natural beauty and gentle breeze of the river.
- Navigate small canals by sampan (traditional Vietnamese rowboat).
- Take a short cycling tour around the village to immerse yourself in local life.
- Visit a coconut candy workshop and taste seasonal fruits and honey tea. Enjoy Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local people.
- 7:00 PM: Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner on your own.
- Overnight stay at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
- Our Services:
- Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Tour Guide: English-speaking guide
- Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 3: Ho Chi Minh - Da Nang - Marble Mountain
- After having breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Tan Son Nhat International Airport to take the flight to Da Nang.
- Our car in Da Nang will pick you up at the Da Nang International Airport to transfer you to the hotel. Your room will be available when you come (from 2 p.m. onwards).
- Before joining the afternoon tour, please leave your luggage at the reception desk
- 1:30 to 2:00 pm - Pick-up from your hotel in Da Nang city.
- 2:30 pm - Explore the Marble Mountains and visit local stone sculpture factories. Climb the top to see 19th-century pagodas built by the Vietnamese monarchy. Visit Huyền Không or Tàng Chơn caves and marvel at their beauty.
- 4:30 - Transfer to Monkey Mountain. Admire the giant Lady Buddha statue and the serene bonsai garden amidst beautiful mountain scenery.
- 6:00 pm - Return to your hotel.
Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Da Nang
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Guide: English-speaking guide for an afternoon tour
Transfer: Private car and Group transfer
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Day 4: Bana Hills and Golden Bridge
- 7:30 am to 08:00 am - Pick-up from your hotel lobby in Da Nang.
- 8:00 am to 08:30 am - Enjoy a scenic ride to Ba Na Hills via the modern cable car, offering breathtaking Da Nang coastal city views.
- Visit Dream Stream Cable Car Station and marvel at the panoramic views. Explore the iconic Golden Bridge, Le Jardin D’amourn, and Linh Ung Pagoda.
- Take the 2nd Cable Car to French Village. Enjoy street music, art statues, and attractions like Campanile and the Nine Floor Goddess Shrine. Watch the Carnival Performance Show.
- Lunch at a restaurant with a buffet.
- Explore Sun World by Lava Train. Visit Helios waterfall, Time Gate, and Moon Kingdom. Experience Fantasy Park with attractions like Fairy Forest, Dinosaur Park, and 4D rides.
- 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Return to the cable car and depart from Ba Na Hills.
- 5:00 pm - Transfer back to your hotel in Da Nang.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Da Nang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English-speaking Guide for
Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 5: Da Nang - Hanoi
- Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam.
- Once arrive in Hanoi, our guide will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. (Your room will be available from 2 p.m. onwards).
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer: Private car
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Day 6: Ninh Binh
- 7:00 am - Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and head towards Ninh Binh province, located approximately 120 km away from the city.
- 9:00 am - Enjoy a short break for 20 minutes to relax and stretch your legs.
- 10:30 am - Begin our visit to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, the first capital of Vietnam. Explore the temples of King Dinh and King Le, built in the 17th century, and learn about the history and architecture that shaped ancient Vietnam.
- 12:30 pm - Have lunch at a local restaurant to taste authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
- 1:30 to 2:00 pm - Visit Trang An, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. Embark on a boat trip through the magnificent cave system, including Sang Cave, Toi Cave, and Nau Ruou Cave, while enjoying the natural beauty of the green river and scenic landscapes.
- 5:30 pm - Return to Hanoi.
- 7:30 pm - Arrive back in Hanoi and get dropped off at your hotel.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English-speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 7: Ha Long Bay
- 7:30 - 8:00 am: Pick up at the Ha Noi Old Quarter Hotel, then depart for Halong Bay.
- 10:30 am: Short break for 20 minutes to relax.
- 12:00 - 12:30 pm: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Welcome aboard Cozy Bay Premium Cruise. Begin a 5-6 hour journey through Halong Bay's stunning islets and outcrops. Enjoy lunch onboard.
- 2:00 pm: Visit Surprising Cave to admire stalagmites and stalactites.
- 3:00 pm: Explore Titop Island. Climb Titop Peak for a panoramic view of the bay.
- 4:00 pm: Kayak or bamboo boat through Luon Cave to discover its lagoon.
- 5:00 - 5:30 pm: Cruise back to Tuan Chau Harbor. Enjoy a sunset party on the upper deck with tea, cakes, and music.
- 6:00 - 6:30 pm: Depart for Hanoi by Expressway. Short break en route (20-30 minutes).
- 9:00 - 9:30 pm: Return to the Ha Noi Old Quarter Hotel.
Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English-speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 8: Departure from Hanoi
- Transfer to the Noi Bai International Airport for departure.
Our Services:
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer: Private car
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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No refund in case of any cancellation.
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