Classic Vietnam Discovery Tour

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Complete check-in formalities and relax after your long journey. In the evening, take a leisurely walk through the vibrant Old Quarter with its narrow streets, colonial architecture, and bustling atmosphere. Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Overnight stay in Hanoi. Your guide can help with practical arrival details, local currency and the best way to explore nearby streets. The evening is intentionally unhurried so you can settle in after the international journey.

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided city tour of Hanoi. Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, the iconic Temple of Literature (Vietnam’s first university), and other historical landmarks. In the evening, witness a traditional Water Puppet Show – a unique Vietnamese art form dating back over a thousand years. Overnight stay in Hanoi. Pause at the lake to observe local daily life, then learn how Hanoi's historic institutions shaped Vietnamese education and culture. The water puppet performance adds context through music, folklore and traditional stagecraft.

After breakfast, drive to Halong Bay (approx. 3.5 hours). Board your luxurious overnight cruise and enjoy a delicious lunch while sailing through the emerald waters and limestone karsts. Participate in kayaking activities among the stunning rock formations. Dinner and overnight stay on the cruise. Overnight stay on Halong Bay Cruise. The cruise route offers changing views of limestone towers, quiet coves and fishing communities. Kayaking is subject to weather and cruise operations; the crew will brief you on safety and the day's schedule.

Enjoy breakfast and a morning cruise activity before returning to the harbor. Drive back to Hanoi for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival in Da Nang, transfer to Hoi An (approx. 45 minutes). Check into your hotel and relax in the charming riverside town. Overnight stay in Hoi An. Enjoy the quieter morning waters before disembarking, then allow time for the road transfer and airport formalities. Flight timings determine the exact connection, with a direct transfer onward to your Hoi An hotel.

After breakfast, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An Ancient Town. Wander through the historic streets lined with traditional yellow buildings, Japanese covered bridge, and Chinese assembly halls. Participate in a hands-on lantern making workshop – a signature local experience. Evening free to enjoy the magical lantern-lit streets. Overnight stay in Hoi An. Explore at a comfortable pace, stopping at heritage houses, assembly halls and the Japanese Covered Bridge. The lantern-making activity introduces a local craft tradition, while the riverside lanes are especially atmospheric after sunset.

After breakfast, transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure to explore the vibrant streets of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City. After check-in, use the evening to discover the city's food streets or riverside promenade at your own pace. Your representative can suggest nearby places based on your interests and available time.

After breakfast, drive to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels – an incredible underground network used during the Vietnam War. Explore the tunnels and learn about their historical significance. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for a city tour visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, and other landmarks. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City. At Cu Chi, follow the guide's explanation of the tunnel network and wartime history; some sections may be narrow and optional to enter. Back in the city, see key colonial-era landmarks and busy commercial streets.

Morning free for last-minute shopping or relaxation. Depending on your flight schedule, our representative will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight with wonderful memories of Vietnam. Keep the final morning flexible for a café visit or souvenir shopping, allowing sufficient time for airport check-in. Departure transfer timing will be coordinated with your confirmed flight schedule.