Trip Overview
Embark on an 8-day family tour package, weaving through Hanoi’s cultural vibrancy, Halong Bay’s emerald waters, Danang’s coastal serenity, Hoi An’s ancient charm, Bana Hills’ thrilling heights, and Ho Chi Minh City’s (Saigon) dynamic energy, ending with the historic Cu Chi Tunnels. Crafted for kids, parents, and grandparents, this journey blends education, adventure, and bonding. From Hanoi’s Tran Quoc Pagoda to Hoi An’s lantern-making workshops and Saigon’s family-friendly parks, this itinerary promises joyful memories for all ages.
- Discover Hanoi’s Tran Quoc Pagoda and cyclo rides around Hoan Kiem Lake.
- Kayak Halong Bay’s Thien Cung Cave with family-safe adventures.
- Craft lanterns in Hoi An and picnic on Danang’s My Khe Beach.
- Enjoy Bana Hills’ Fantasy Park rides and explore Saigon’s Tao Dan Park.
- Learn history at Cu Chi Tunnels with kid-friendly exhibits.
Price on Request
7N/8D
Itinerary
Where: Hanoi (Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda)
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, where our warm guide welcomes your family. Transfer to a cozy downtown hotel for check-in and rest. In the afternoon, visit Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi’s largest square for cultural events. Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum (exterior only, closes in the afternoon), Ho Chi Minh’s house-on-stilts, fishpond, and the One-Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university from 1070, perfect for kids to learn about history. Enjoy a 1-hour family cyclo tour through the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake, soaking in local life. Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, a serene lakeside temple, ideal for family photos. Return to your hotel for a restful overnight stay in Hanoi.
Meals Included: None | Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Inclusions
- 6 nights’ accommodation in Hanoi, Danang, and Saigon hotels (twin/double sharing).
- 1 night on a Halong Bay cruise (twin-sharing cabin, non-private junk, shuttle bus transfers).
- Meals as listed in the itinerary.
- All entrance fees and sightseeing as per the Vietnam family tour itinerary.
- Airport transfers (private basis, no guide for drop-offs), Halong Bay transfers (shuttle bus, SIC basis), Hoi An tour, Bana Hills tour with cable car tickets, and Cu Chi Tunnels tour (SIC basis).
- Half-day Hanoi city tour with 1-hour cyclo tour, full-day Hoi An tour with basket boat ride and lantern boat ride, full-day Bana Hills tour, and half-day Cu Chi Tunnels tour.
- Local English-speaking guides and 1 water bottle per person per day.
Exclusions
- Compulsory tipping charges ($3 per person per day).
- GST (5%) and TCS (5%) applicable extra.
- Vietnam e-visa charges, international and domestic flights, and airport taxes.
- Visa service to Vietnam and insurance.
- Meals not specified in the itinerary.
- Early check-in, late check-out (standard check-in/check-out at 14:00–15:00/12:00), or room upgrades.
- Surcharge for airport pick-up/drop-off between 23:00 and 06:00 ($10 per vehicle per way).
- Personal expenses (e.g., tips, camera/video charges, laundry, telephone bills).
- Costs due to flight delays or natural calamities (e.g., landslides, roadblocks).
- Wax Museum, cotton animal game, and carnival skills at Fantasy Park (at your own expense).
More Information
Prepare for your Vietnam family tour package with these essential tips, tailored to the warm, humid, and rainy August weather of Hanoi, Halong Bay, Danang, Hoi An, Bana Hills, and Ho Chi Minh City:
- Travel Documents: Carry your passport (valid for at least 6 months from the travel date) and an authentic government ID card. Obtain your e-visa for Vietnam in advance here.
- Clothing: Pack lightweight, breathable clothing like cotton t-shirts, shorts, or trek pants to stay cool in the warm and humid conditions. Include a lightweight rain jacket or poncho for frequent afternoon showers during the monsoon season. Comfortable, quick-drying shoes with good grip are ideal for Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Halong Bay’s kayaking, Hoi An’s cobblestone streets, Bana Hills’ amusement park, and Cu Chi Tunnels, which may be muddy. Bring flip-flops or sandals for casual moments on Danang’s beaches or Halong Bay’s cruise, ensuring kids have appropriate sizes.
- Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen (SPF 40+), lip balm, and good U/V protection sunglasses to shield against the strong tropical sun during outdoor activities in Halong Bay, Hoi An, and Bana Hills.
- Health: Carry personal medicines (if any), kid-friendly insect repellent for rural areas like Halong Bay and Cu Chi Tunnels, glucose powder, medicines for headaches, diarrhea, or motion sickness, Dettol, bandages, and cotton to stay comfortable in the humid climate.