Signature Vietnam trip

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s thousand-year-old cultural capital. On arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel, where your Vietnam travel experience begins.

Enjoy a guided walk through the atmospheric Old Quarter, sampling iconic street food and creamy egg coffee in cosy cafés. Visit ancient temples rich in history, browse vibrant local markets, and explore Hanoi’s dynamic contemporary art scene.

Start your day with breakfast at a street stall tasting pho or banh mi, then explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature.

Afternoon at the Museum of Ethnology and a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter reveal local crafts, alleys, and tube houses.

In the evening, take a guided street food walk to Dong Xuan night market to sample banh goi, bun ca, and other snacks, bargain for souvenirs, and finish with a cold bia hoi at Beer Corner.

Transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, where you’ll board a private cruise on arrival. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch as the vessel glides into the serene waters of Southeast Ha Long Bay.

Spend the afternoon exploring mysterious limestone caves, kayaking to secluded beaches, and joining an onboard cooking class to learn classic Vietnamese recipes. Overnight on board, drifting to sleep amid the bay’s tranquil scenery and waking to sunrise over the iconic limestone karsts.

Rise early for a sunrise tai chi session on deck, then cruise past limestone karsts and floating fishing villages in Ha Long Bay, one of the best places to visit in Vietnam. Enjoy brunch with tea or coffee as you glide through the bay, before returning to shore around midday and transferring to Hanoi or Noi Bai International Airport for your onward flight to Hue.

Arrive in Hue, the former imperial capital of the Nguyen Lords, renowned for its royal tombs, ancient pagodas, and the Citadel. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel.

Optional activities include guided visits to the royal tombs, a sunset boat trip on the Perfume River with traditional music, or a hands-on cooking class featuring central Vietnamese cuisine.

Explore Hue’s Imperial Citadel, the centrepiece of the Complex of Hue Monuments and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enter through the towering main gate as your guide brings the intrigue of the imperial court to life, then discover restored pavilions, ancient pagodas, and emperors’ tombs that reveal Vietnam’s royal past.

Return to your hotel before an evening stroll along the Perfume River to watch the sunset.

Travel by private transfer from Hue to Hoi An along the coast, stopping at the Hai Van Pass and Lang Co Bay for photos, local coffee, and a short walk through rice paddies. This scenic journey is a highlight of your Vietnam itinerary.

Arrive in Hoi An and check into your hotel before exploring this UNESCO World Heritage trading port on a guided walk. Visit historic merchant houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Chaozhou Assembly Hall, and the lively market.

End the day at a hidden teahouse, sipping traditional Vietnamese tea and soaking up Hoi An’s timeless charm.

Cycle along quiet roads beside the Thu Bon River, passing fishing boats and everyday riverside life. Ride through peaceful villages to Cam Thanh, taking in seaside views, kumquat gardens, and riverside cornfields.

Continue to Tra Que Vegetable Village to see local farmers tending prized herbs and vegetables, and take part in watering or fertilising the organic beds while learning traditional techniques. Pedal back to your hotel feeling closely connected to life in and around Hoi An.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your Hoi An hotel, then spend time at leisure strolling the riverside, visiting a local café, or browsing handcrafted souvenirs. After check-out, transfer privately to Danang Airport for your onward flight.

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and check in before a guided half-day tour of the city’s highlights, including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the Presidential Palace, and the War Remnants Museum, followed by a taste of Saigon street coffee.

In the evening, explore the city by vintage Vespa, stopping for fresh bánh mì, bustling street food, dinner at a boutique local restaurant, dessert, and cocktails in a hidden speakeasy before returning to your hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Cai Be for a gentle boat ride past the floating market and historic church. Continue by rowing boat through mangrove-shaded canals on Tan Phong Island, enjoying seasonal fruit, tea, and traditional music.

Cycle quiet village lanes past orchards, pagodas, and local homes, visit a workshop weaving dried water hyacinth, then cross the Mekong to An Binh Island for lunch at a homestay or on board. Return to Saigon in the afternoon.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and final moments in Ho Chi Minh City, with time for a short stroll, last-minute shopping, or a spa visit. Our team will take care of check-out and any personalised requests, ensuring a smooth departure.

A private transfer takes you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward flight, bringing your Vietnam trip to a close.