Vietnam at a glance trip

Welcome to Vietnam. Your Vietnam travel experience begins as your local guide meets you at Noi Bai International Airport and transfers you to central Hanoi.

After settling into your hotel, take time to relax and soak up the city’s atmosphere as you ease into your journey.

Begin in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and drive to Tran Quoc Pagoda, set on a small island in West Lake. Continue to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the mausoleum, Presidential Palace, and the stilt house, to learn about Vietnam’s modern history.

After lunch, explore the Museum of Ethnology with its outdoor ethnic houses, followed by visits to the Temple of Literature and the sobering Hoa Lo Prison, often known as the “Hanoi Hilton.” End the day with a traditional water puppet show before returning to your hotel.

From Hanoi, drive east about three hours across the green Red River delta to Ha Long Bay in the Gulf of Tonkin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Board a boat to cruise among limestone karsts, enjoy fresh seafood, visit the Surprising Grotto, swim or kayak, and pass floating villages.

In the late afternoon, return to the boat for dinner, join activities on board, or relax, and spend the night near Titov Beach.

After breakfast, take a boat to Luon Cave, a ring-shaped lagoon carved into the heart of an island, known for its emerald waters and tranquil setting. Cruise past iconic formations such as Cock Fighting Rock, Sail Island, Incense Burner Rock, and Sea Dog Rock, each steeped in local legend.

Return to Ha Long Wharf and travel back to Hanoi by shuttle bus, arriving in the mid-afternoon.

Your private driver meets you at the hotel for a transfer to Noi Bai International Airport and a short flight to Da Nang. On arrival, a local guide and driver welcome you and transfer you onward to Hoi An Ancient Town, one of the best places to visit in Vietnam for culture and creativity.

Wander through preserved merchant houses, ornate shrines, small museums, and the iconic Bridge Temple, soaking up the artistic energy that has inspired generations of Vietnamese and international artists.

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a full day at leisure in the ancient town of Hoi An, a perfect pause to recharge and reflect on your Vietnam itinerary.

Choose from authentic, tailor-made experiences such as strolling lantern-filled streets, joining a hands-on cooking class, cycling through rice paddies, visiting local tailors, or simply relaxing along the riverfront.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a free morning in Hoi An to relax or choose tailor-made experiences: wander the lantern-lit streets, join a cooking class, visit a tailor, or unwind at An Bang Beach.

Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your afternoon flight. Arrive at Tan Son Nhat and meet your local guide for transfer to your Saigon hotel and check in.

Begin a tailored morning in Ho Chi Minh City with a knowledgeable local guide, visiting the Reunification Palace on the former Norodom Palace site, the French colonial Notre Dame Cathedral, and the historic Central Post Office, with time for photos along the way.

Continue to the War Remnants Museum to explore its powerful exhibits on the Indochina War, before transferring back to your hotel or meeting point.

Spend the day at your own pace exploring vibrant Saigon. Wander colonial boulevards, sample street food stalls and hidden cafés, browse Ben Thanh Market, or visit the War Remnants Museum and contemporary galleries.

This free day has no scheduled services included and is perfect for tailor-made experiences arranged with our local team, from guided food walks and private city tours to a Mekong Delta excursion.

Enjoy a final morning to relax and shop in Saigon, Vietnam’s largest commercial center. Spend the time your way, browsing Ben Thanh Market, discovering hidden coffee shops, or picking up locally made crafts.

When ready, your driver will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight.