Vietnam Allure

Where: Hanoi (Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake)

Your journey begins at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, where we welcome you. We’ll whisk you to your cozy downtown hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, embark on a half-day city tour starting at Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi’s cultural heart. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, admiring the Mausoleum (exterior view), serene house-on-stilts, fishpond, and the Japanese-style One-Pillar Pagoda. Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university from 1070, steeped in Confucian heritage. Enjoy a 1-hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter’s 36 guild streets, each tied to crafts like silk or silver, and glide past Hoan Kiem Lake, linked to a legendary sword. Optionally, catch a water puppet show, a unique Vietnamese art form, near the lake. Return to your hotel for a restful overnight stay in Hanoi.

Meals Included: None | Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Where: Ninh Binh (Tam Coc, Hoa Lu, Bich Dong Pagoda)

Awaken to a delicious breakfast, then set off for a 90km drive south to Ninh Binh, Vietnam’s ancient capital. Board a tranquil boat ride along the Ngo Dong River through Tam Coc’s caves, known as “Halong Bay on Land,” where limestone karsts rise from lush paddy fields, rowed by locals using their feet. Savor a local lunch, then explore Hoa Lu, the 10th-century royal capital, admiring the Dinh and Le temples’ intricate wooden reliefs. Conclude at Bich Dong Pagoda, a serene cave temple nestled in limestone cliffs, perfect for quiet reflection. Return to Hanoi by late afternoon for a cozy overnight stay, enriched by Ninh Binh’s timeless beauty.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch | Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Where: Danang

Savor a delicious breakfast, then check out from your Hanoi hotel. We’ll transfer you to the airport (no guide) for your flight to Danang, a coastal gem with My Khe Beach, voted one of Asia’s best. Upon arrival, our guide will escort you to your hotel (check-in between 14:00–15:00). The day is yours to relax on golden sands, explore vibrant markets, or witness the Golden Dragon Bridge’s fire-breathing spectacle (weekends). Settle into your hotel for a tranquil overnight stay in Danang, immersed in its coastal allure.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Where: Bana Hills (Golden Bridge, Fantasy Park, Linh Ung Pagoda, French Village)

Rise to a delicious breakfast, then journey to Bana Hills, a French colonial hill station at 1,487 meters. Board one of the world’s longest cable cars for a thrilling ascent with panoramic views. Walk the iconic Golden Bridge, its golden arcs held by giant stone hands, a 2018 global sensation. Explore the Funicular, Debay ancient wine cellar, Le Jardin D’Amour gardens, Linh Ung Pagoda’s towering Buddha, and Fantasy Park’s fun rides. Stroll the charming French Village, evoking 1920s Europe. Descend by cable car and return to Danang for a restful overnight stay, filled with breathtaking memories.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Where: Hoi An (Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Hall, Thu Bon River)

After a delicious breakfast, drive to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and 15th–19th-century trading port. Stroll across the 17th-century Japanese Covered Bridge, a symbol of cultural fusion, and visit the ornate Chinese Assembly Hall. Wander through ancient houses with yellow-hued facades, enjoying central Vietnam’s folk music at historic clubhouses. Browse the Thu Bon River market, shopping for handcrafted lanterns or custom silk clothing, or join a lantern-making workshop for a cultural experience. Return to Danang for a peaceful overnight stay, enchanted by Hoi An’s timeless charm.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Accommodation: Hotel in Danang

Where: Saigon

Savor a delicious breakfast, then check out from your Danang hotel. We’ll transfer you to the airport (no guide) for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, known as Saigon, Vietnam’s dynamic metropolis. Upon arrival, our guide will welcome you and escort you to your downtown hotel. After check-in, the day is yours to explore Saigon’s vibrant attractions. Visit the French colonial Notre Dame Basilica or Gustave Eiffel’s Central Post Office, or savor the city’s famous street food scene, with pho and banh mi stalls at Ben Thanh Market. Enjoy Saigon’s bustling nightlife for a memorable evening. Settle into your hotel for an exciting overnight stay in Saigon.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

Where: Saigon

Wake to a delicious breakfast, then take a final stroll through Saigon’s vibrant streets, perhaps sampling more street food or picking up souvenirs at a market. As your enchanting Vietnam tour concludes, we’ll ensure a seamless transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward journey. Depart with a heart full of memories from Hanoi’s cultural splendor, Ninh Binh’s serene rivers, Hoi An’s ancient allure, and Saigon’s dynamic energy.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Accommodation: None