7-Day Excursion from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh
Highlights
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh
cultural, sightseeing, Sunset Cruise
Group Tour
7 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on this captivating 7-day Vietnam tour package, which will immerse you in the country's fascinating history, intriguing cultures, unique local experiences, and delectable cuisines across various must-see destinations. The itinerary includes highlights such as Ho Chi Minh City, the Cu Chi Tunnels, the Mekong Delta, Hanoi, and Halong Bay - all jam-packed with amazing sights and sounds. This comprehensive tour ensures your journey will be filled with unforgettable memories, with a wealth of incredible experiences woven throughout.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
- Welcome to Hanoi; you will be collected by our local driver at Hanoi Airport and transferred to the hotel for check-in. The room is at your disposal from 14:00 (2 PM) onwards.
- Balance of the day as your leisure. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: None
Tour Guide: None
Transfer: Private car
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Day 2: Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu, Trang An) (B, L) - Joint in Tour
- 7h00: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We will take you to Ninh Binh province, about 120 km from Hanoi.
- 9h00: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
- 10h30: The first destination on this trip is Hoa Lu, the ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Visit Hoa Lu, and you will learn why the capital moved to Hanoi. You are impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering the temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu, the ancient capital.
- 12h30: At noon, our car and guide will take you to have lunch
- 13h30 – 14h00: Visit Trang An, which UNESCO recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a beautiful tunnel cave system, so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island “. Boat trip to visit Trang An to see the fantastic beauty of this landscape with many caves such as Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dack Cave), Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view.
- 17h30: Return to Hanoi
- 19h30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ended!
THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING
- Hat, umbrella, shoes
- Sun cream, sunglasses
- Mosquito spray
- Camera
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English-speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Cruise Tour - Dragon Bay (B, L, D)
- 08:00: Our tour guide and Shuttle Bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
- 08:45: Depart to Halong Bay for 2.5 Hours.
- 10:30: Arrive in Hai Duong province and have a 20-minute short break.
- 11:30 – 12:00: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor.
- 12:00 – 12:30: Welcome to Dragon Bay Cruise and enjoy a Welcome drink; meet the captain crew for a brief introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines—complete the check-in procedure.
- 13:00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and a vegetarian lunch while cruising in the magnificent Halong–Lan Ha Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
- Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor, which belongs to the Cat Ba area.
- Discover the Lagoon's natural area, which belonged to Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air)
- 15:45: You will go kayaking in many beautiful spots under our tour guide’s instructions, then swim or sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).
- Heading back toward the sleeping area.
- 18.00: Return to our Dragon Bay Cruise and participate in our Sunset party. Take photos and relax.
- 19:00: Time for dinner. Enjoy exceptional seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.
- 21:00: Evening entertainments: Play games on the cruise, such as cards, chess, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service, and overnight on the Dragon Bay Cruise.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Overnight on cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tour Guide: English-speaking Guide on board
Transfer: Shuttle Bus
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Day 4: Halong bay - Hanoi (B, BR) - Fly to Ho Chi Minh
- 7:00-7:45: Have breakfast. Morning view of the bay’s landscape with tea or coffee.
- 08:00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets
- Tourists visit the famous Frog Pond. Here, you can freely kayak and explore the landscape or swim...
- 09:15: Back to your cabin, relax, and carefully check all the luggage before leaving.
- 9:30: Check out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete the check-out procedure and enjoy your last lunch on the cruise.
- 11:30: The cruise lands in Tuan Chau Harbor, where tourists say goodbye to the sailors and finish the cruise.
- 12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the Bus
- 15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi
- After arriving at Hanoi's meeting point, our private car will pick you up at the airport for your flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh. Once reaching Tan Son Nhat International Airport, our driver will pick you up and then transfer you to the hotel for check-in
- Please be informed that the designated parking areas for vehicles at Ho Chi Minh Airport are approximately 150 meters from the arrival gate. We appreciate your understanding regarding the short walk involved in this process.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Tour Guide: None
Transfer: Shuttle bus & Private car
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Day 5: Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Full Day (B, L) - Joint in Tour
Pick up: 06:45 – 07:00 (the time of pick up depends on the customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position; the hotel must be in District 1)
Drop off: 19:00
Route: HCMC – Cu Chi district – HCMC
- Pick up at your hotels in Ho Chi Minh City. The trip to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours. Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived the harsh conditions of wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining areas and tunnel system, which include particular living areas with kitchens and bedrooms alongside other martial facilities like weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centres, helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security during the war. Afterwards, special tea and cassava (guerrilla food during the war) will be served during break time.
- Have lunch at the local restaurant.
- Continue to visit My Tho city. With a boat trip on the Tien River, you will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands, including Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise, along the riverside.
- Cruise through the small canal by sampan, treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside, and take a short cycle around the village, which will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour. Visit the coconut candy workshop and enjoy delicious seasonal fruits & honey tea. Get a chance to listen to Southern Vietnamese folk music, which local people perform.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English-speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 6: Ho Chi Minh Full Day City Tour - Joint in tour (B, L)
GROUP SIZE: 12 people
PICK-UP: 07:30 – 08:00 (the time of pick-up depends on your accommodation’s exact position)
RETURN: 18:00
ROUTE: HCM City
- Take the morning trip to Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, which was built at the site of the former Norodom Palace. The Independence Palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue to see the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. The museum is followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum, which has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant.
- Continue the city tour in the afternoon by discovering the city's Western side. Ride to Cho Lon (Big Market) and Thien Hau Pagoda, located in Chinatown. Continue to Bach Dang harbour. The boat will depart after checking the Waterbus tickets and stabilizing your seat. During the trip, you will have a unique view of the most typical commercial buildings of the city, including the Vinhomes Central Park urban area, the magnificent Landmark 81 tower, the Bitexco Financial Tower, and the green, peaceful District 2. A lot of stunning moments are waiting for you. Try to discover the soul of this land - Saigon River by water bus. You may realize many miracles and have a more accurate view of the land once called Paris of Indochina or the Pearl of the Far East.
- 18:00: Transfer back to your hotel or meeting point. Finish the trip.
Our Services:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English-speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer
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Day 7: Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)
- On this day, you are free at your leisure until you are picked up and transferred to the airport (without a guide) for the departure flight. Meals on your own. End of services.
Our Services:
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Guide: None
Transfer: Private car
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No refund in case of any cancellation.
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