Authentic Vietnam trip

Arrive in Hanoi, where your driver meets you at the airport exit holding a sign with your name and transfers you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax or begin exploring at your own pace.

Wander through the Old Quarter, sample local street cuisine, or unwind at the hotel. With our tailor-made approach to Vietnam travel, activities can be arranged to suit your interests and energy, from private cooking classes to guided walking tours.

Enjoy a half-day city tour exploring Hanoi’s tranquil lakes, shaded boulevards, and elegant French colonial architecture.

Visit Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s former residence, the Presidential Palace for an exterior photo stop, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Ngoc Son Temple.

The afternoon is free to wander at your own pace, sample Hanoi’s world-famous street food, connect with locals, or shop for traditional handicrafts.

Discover Ninh Binh, located south of Hanoi. Begin at Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s 10th-century capital, and visit the twin temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh for insight into the country’s early royal history.

Continue with a tranquil sampan ride through winding creeks and expansive rice fields, passing three dramatic grottoes adorned with towering stalactites.

Conclude with a visit to the 17th-century Bich Dong cave pagodas, perched against limestone cliffs and offering striking views of the surrounding landscape.

Enjoy a free day in Ninh Binh, with the flexibility to shape your Vietnam itinerary to your interests.

Rent a scooter to wind through limestone karsts and rice paddies, hire a private driver to visit hidden temples and riverside villages, or join a guided cycling tour to meet local families and explore traditional craft workshops. You may also choose to unwind with a spa treatment at a boutique retreat.

In the evening, make your way to Ninh Binh station to board the overnight train to Huế. Settle in as limestone landscapes and rice fields glide past, offering a relaxed way to travel between regions. Along the journey, meet fellow travelers, sample street snacks, and rest before arriving in Huế ready to discover its imperial citadel, riverside life, and local cuisine.

Arrive in Huế, the former imperial capital set along the Perfume River, and transfer to your hotel. Begin with a 40-minute ride on a traditional dragon boat to Thien Mu Pagoda, home to the seven-storey Phuoc Duyen Tower and an active monastic community.

Continue by road to the Citadel and Imperial Palace, crossing the stone bridge to enter the ornate Thai Hoa Palace, where columns inlaid with gold reflect the grandeur of Vietnam’s imperial past.

Travel from Huế to Hoi An via Da Nang, following the iconic Hai Van Pass, a dramatic mountain road rising nearly 500 meters above the coast.

Along the way, explore the caves and viewpoints of Marble Mountain and visit the Cham Museum to see its remarkable collection of ancient sculptures. Arrive in Hoi An and check in to your hotel, with time to relax before discovering the town’s lantern-lit streets.

Later, enjoy a guided walking tour along Hoi An’s riverside lanes, uncovering a rich blend of Chinese, Japanese, and French-influenced architecture.

Visit a traditional ancient house, a Chinese Assembly Hall, and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, while your guide shares the stories behind each landmark.

Cycle from your hotel to Tra Que Herb Village on the outskirts of Hoi An. Wander through fragrant vegetable gardens while learning about the village’s history and its importance to the people of Pho Hoi. Take part in hands-on gardening activities, including fertilizing with seaweed, raking, sowing, watering, and harvesting.

Enjoy an optional herbal foot soak before visiting a local family home to prepare and cook lunch together, learning to make Tam Huu spring rolls and Banh Xeo, the savory pancake of central Vietnam.

After breakfast in Hoi An, take a short drive to Da Nang for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival in Saigon, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

As one of the best places to visit in Vietnam, the city invites you to explore its colonial boulevards, bustling markets, and iconic street food scene at your own pace.

Meet your guide for a half-day tour of Saigon, beginning with a glimpse of the city’s lively morning motorbike traffic. Visit the History Museum to see Bronze Age artifacts, then admire the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral, currently under renovation.

Continue to Ben Thanh Market and nearby landmarks, including the Central Post Office, the Opera House, and Hotel de Ville. Conclude the tour at a traditional lacquerware workshop to learn about a craft passed down through generations.

Return to your hotel around noon. The afternoon is free to sample street food, try local transport, or discover independent artisans at your own pace.

After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to the sandy shores of Phan Thiet.

The remainder of the day is free to unwind on the beach, explore nearby fishing villages and local markets, sample fresh seafood, cycle along the coastline, or visit the surrounding dunes.

Enjoy a free day to unwind on the beach. Relax beneath coconut palms, swim in warm coastal waters, or savor fresh seafood at a local beachfront café.

For those seeking adventure, venture to the striking dunes of Mui Ne for sunrise views, sand sledding, and memorable photo opportunities.

Your tailor-made itinerary can also include a guided excursion with local insight, offering a rewarding balance of relaxation and discovery.

Your Vietnam trip comes to an end today. Enjoy a final morning at leisure, sipping local coffee or wandering a neighborhood market while reflecting on the stories and connections shaped by your tailor-made trip.

When you are ready, a private transfer takes you to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for your onward travel. The transfer is arranged with flexibility, allowing you to extend your time in the city or continue on to the next chapter of your journey.