20 day(s) – Discover Vietnam from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

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    Routing: Ha Noi – Sa Pa – Ha Noi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long – Hoi An – Da Lat – Dong Nai – Ninh Thuan – Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre – Ho Chi Minh

    Tour Style: Classic

    Tour Start: in Ha Noi / Tour End: in Ho Chi Minh

    Trip duration: 20 Days 19 Nights

    Group size: 5 pax

    Experience the magic of Vietnam with the 20-day Impressions of Vietnam tour! This comprehensive itinerary will take you through all the highlights from the North to the South. Witness a vibrant spectrum of colors—from the emerald green waters to the lush rice paddy fields and vivid woven silk. Immerse yourself in the rich cultures and heritage of various cities and marvel at the breathtaking scenery of the World Heritage site, Ha Long Bay.

    Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

    Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our guide and driver will warmly welcome you. You’ll be transferred to your hotel in the city center, where you can check in, drop off your bags, and take some time to rest.

    Day 2: Hanoi city tour (B,L)

    After breakfast, your first destination is the Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam. As Vietnam’s first university, it symbolizes the nation’s deep respect for education and continues to inspire students, especially before important exams. Quoc Tu Giam also hosts ceremonial events and has become an iconic symbol of Hanoi.

    Next, you will visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, a significant pilgrimage site built to honor Uncle Ho. The centerpiece of this complex is the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where his body is preserved for visitors from across the country and around the world. In front of the mausoleum is Ba Dinh Square, a historic site where President Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam’s independence on September 2, 1945. You will then explore the Presidential Palace, a French colonial building that serves as the president’s workplace, and Ho Chi Minh’s Residence, which showcases his simple lifestyle. Another notable structure in the complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, an architectural marvel built in 1049. Your tour concludes at the Ho Chi Minh Museum, which honors the life and legacy of President Ho Chi Minh.

    Afterwards, you’ll head to West Lake to visit Quan Thanh Temple, one of the Thang Long four sacred temples. Here, you’ll learn about Vietnamese Taoism while enjoying the picturesque views of Hanoi’s largest natural lake.

    In the afternoon, you will visit the Ethnology Museum (closed on Mondays), which serves as both a research center and a public exhibit, showcasing the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam. Along with exploring indoor and outdoor exhibits, you can participate in engaging activities like traditional festivals and water puppet shows.

    The day ends beautifully with a one-hour cyclo tour through Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter, known as the “36 streets.” These bustling, narrow streets, named after the various goods they historically sold, have been welcoming artisans and traders for over 2000 years. The tour concludes with a captivating water puppet show.

    Overnight in Hanoi.

    Day 3: Hanoi – Drive to Sapa – Love Waterfall – O Quy Ho Pass (B,D)

    After breakfast, our tour guide and driver will pick up you to Sapa for 5 hours on the high way. When we arrive Sapa, we will take you to Tram Ton Pass at the height of 2047 meters above sea level (the highest pass in Vietnam) where great views are offered of the surrounding mountains and lush forests of the Hoang Lien National Park. From there you will trek 30 minutes through forest. Along the way you have many chances to see wild flowers. Trekking along the stream you will arrive the Love Waterfall. Then we will do short transfer to O Quy Ho Pass, enjoy the stunning sunset in here. Back to Sapa, check in hotel and have dinner.

    Overnight in Sapa.

    Day 4: Sapa – Trekking Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van (B, L)

    We going to walk on a small path down the valley to Y Linh Ho village settled down by the Muong Hoa River and from here to the Black H’mong village of Lao Chai. Black H’mong is one of the biggest minority groups in the Sapa area. They are proud of their culture and keep their traditions and way of living. They have their own language and wear traditional indigo blue clothing. The H’mong peoples have just recently changed their living way from sifting style into the sedentary one. So there are still a lot traces of the past time can be seen: rudimentary houses, stone wall around homes…. And then you will reach the second destination, Ta Van village, the home of Hmong, Giay and Dao Do (Dao with red color clothes) ethnic group. Both of these villages lie between the great Ham Rong mountain and majestic Hoang Lien Son mountain. Its beauty made by the Terrace fields tinting with yellow during harvest seasons. It also comes from the simple, natural and traditional lifestyle that the people here are willing to preserve regardless of the high technology equipment that they have. What a wonderful chance to keep yourself away from normal life, having one time to eat, live and play in the traditional way. The driver will wait to you and then transfer you to your hotel in Sapa for relax.

    Day 5: Sapa – Fansipan – Hanoi (B,L)

    After breakfast, our tour guide will pick you up and heading to the cable station. It takes only 15-20 minutes to get to the Fansipan. Be careful of the thin air as you are moving upward to reach Fansipan “3,141m” peak. Fansipan Peak is called the “Roof of Indochina” not because of its height but also for the wilderness. From the peak, you have a magnificent view of Sapa, Muong Hoa valley and Hoang Lien National Park. Don’t forget to take picture with the monument at the top. You can also pay a visit to the pagoda complex below, the beauty of the Buddhist culture. Get on the cable cabin down to the station and return to Sapa. Having your lunch before the driver comes and transfer you back to Hanoi.

    Overnight in Ha Noi.

    Day 6: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hoa Lư – Tam Coc – Mua Cave (B,L)

    After breakfast, our driver and tour guide take you to Ninh Binh – the World Natural Heritage Site with 120km drive South of Hanoi, offering a great experience in the lush countryside along the high way No1. Our first destination is Hoa Luthe ancient capital of Vietnam, recognized by UNESCO as one of four main areas of Trang An World Heritage Site complex. Here we will spend about an hour to visit temples of two Vietnamese dynasties of Dinh and Le with very unique architecture in the old time. Pick up information about the ancient culture of the Royal Palaces ground dated 10th century.

    We do a short transfer to transfer, you get on a bamboo boat rowed by the local villager to explore the stunning scenery of Tam Coc. UNESCO has recognized Tam Coc to be the World Natural Heritage Site in 2014 and made this place become a famous destination in Ha Noi – Ho Chi Minh Tour. Boating along Ngo Dong river, you will be able to explore for the “Indochine” film-setting. The beauty of the area has attracted millions of French tourists since then. Continue cruising under the astonishing limestone cliffs, you will get to Hang Ca – first cave with the river going through. The cave is 132m long. Leaving the 2nd cave, your boat will head to Hang Ba – the final cave.

    Then we will do a short transfer to visit Mua Cave, see the Panorama View from MUA cave which means: Dancing Cave in Vietnamese. Climb up 500 steps to top to enjoy the amazing view of Ngo Dong River and TAM COC panorama view from this then make our way back to your hotel.

    Overnight in Ninh Binh.

    Day 7: Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay (B, L, D)

    One of the “cannot miss” destinations when visiting Vietnam is Ha Long Bay the wonder of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, get on a cruise ship to start the journey around Ha Long Bay. It is no need to describe how amazing it is to see the spectacular landscapes with approximately 1600 limestone islands scattering the emerald green water surface and numerous natural caves. You will immerse yourself in nature by floating in the middle of the sea with a kayaking adventure. After kayaking, watch the sunset. I am sure being there at that magical hour will be a memorable experience for your trip. There will be drinks at the desk or interesting activities such as fishing with local people in the evening.

    Overnight on boat.

    Day 8: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Da Nang – Hoi An (B, Br)

    In the morning, your breakfast will be served while floating on the sea to explore the beauty of Halong Bay before disembarking time. Join some more activities on a boat and then check out the cabin. The early lunch will be served before getting back to the main dock. Our driver and tour guide are waiting to take you back to Hanoi airport for a short flight to Da Nang.

    Arrival in Da Nang, our driver and tour guide will welcome and transfer you to your hotel in Hoi An. Check-in and get relax

    Overnight in Hoi An

    Day 9: Hoi An city tour – Village tour (B, L)

    Du lịch Hội An: Cẩm nang từ A đến Z

    Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel then we will walk through town, seeing remarkably well-preserved traditional houses that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all over the world. The next destination is the Japanese Covered Bridge, one of two such bridges in Vietnam. This beautiful bridge was first constructed in the 1590s by linking it with the Chinese quarters. Following Tran Phu Street, we will reach The Assembly Halls. There are 4 Assembly Halls in Hoi An which you can find when walking along Tran Phu Street. Each of those Halls belongs to a Chinese community who have their own beliefs, different assembly halls worship different gods and goddesses.

    Then going to the boat station, take a boat ang begin our tour to traditional villages. The first destination is Kim Bong carpentry village that established in the 15th century. From the 16th century, Kim Bong was famous for home appliances, shipbuilding… products. The village had a significantly contribution to the development of Hoi An trading port. Nowadays, skillful craftsmen turn to make handicraft products. Although the product is more simple and plain, it still shows the skillful and talent of the craftsman. The next stop is Thanh Ha Pottery village which is formed in the 16th century and is the oldest in Vietnam. Thanh Ha village used to produce bowl, jar, roof tile, lining brick… to distribute to Hoi An and another nearby area. There’s a time that the village was nearly forgotten, however with efforts from the heart of the craftsman, the village was gradually recovered. You will have a chance to hear the story of the craftsman, watching the process of making a pottery product, and even more excited is to try to make a product of your own. Get the special bamboo basket boat on Cua Dai river, exploring the Seven hectares water palm forest, learn how to catch purple crabs… Do the short transfer to An Bang Beach, take your rest time in here.

    Day 10: Hoi An: VinWonder & River Safari (B, L)

    After breakfast, our driver will take you to VinWonders Nam Hoi An – combines cultural experiences with modern entertainment, offering visitors a unique blend of traditional Vietnamese culture and contemporary attractions. The park spans over a vast area and includes multiple themed zones, each providing a different type of entertainment and educational experience.

    Don’t forget to try boasts the first and only river safari in Vietnam, where visitors can take a boat ride to observe various animal species in their natural habitats, providing an educational and immersive wildlife experience.

    Day 11: Hoi an – Ba Na Hill – Hoi An (B)

    Having breakfast at your hotel then our driver and tour guide will take you to visit Ba Na Hill complex in Da Nang. We will hop on one of the cable cars which achieves two Guinness World Records for the longest non-stop single-track cable car (5,042m) and the highest difference in elevation between the top and bottom station (1,292m). The ride offers us a spectacular view of the endless tree line, lush jungle, and Fairy Waterfalls along the way. Once we get to the first stop, feel free to visit Le Jardin Garden, Debay wine cellar, French village, and Linh Ung Pagoda. We can’t miss the famous Golden Bridge which achieves many rewards for its impressive design. This bridge was built at a height of 1.400m above sea level and features a harmonious blend of groundbreaking architecture and spectacular nature. Get on the second cable car to the top of the mountain where we will have a leisure walk or challenge our limits with the Peak of Chua Mountain at a height of 1,487m. Visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, the rainbow Waterfall.

    Go back to Hoi An for relaxing. The rest of the day is your free time to explore Hoi An ancient town by your own.

    Day 12: Hoi An – Da Nang – Fly to Da Lat (B)

    After breakfast, enjoy your last time in the beautiful Hoi An. Then our driver will take you to the airport in Da Nang for a flight to Da Lat.

    Flight number VN 1955 15:30-16:40 (3 flights/week on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday)

    Arrive in Da Lat, our tour guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel for relaxing.

    Day 13: Discover Da Lat city (B)

    After having breakfast, you be picked up to visit Cu Lan village which about 20km from the center, go along the direction of Dankia Vang stream (provincial road 722), also known as East Truong Son road, across immense lakes, going through endless pine forests. Cu lan Village is located in Lat commune, Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province. The story of the village began from the name Cu Lan. Cu Lan is a medicinal plant used to stop bleeding because it looks cute so it also can be used as a meaningful travel gift. Coming to Cu Lan village, you will find the feeling of peace, calm. Beautiful nature attractive, a model of cultural tourism as Cu Lan will certainly bring a lot of meaning to your journey.

    In the afternoon, we will visit the Summer Palace of Bao Dai King – The last King of Vietnam. Then you will to travel to the Crazy house, one of the most interesting and strangest architecture in the world. Right after entering the house, you will feel the cool and fresh of the atmosphere, just like walking in a forest. The journey will then continue with the small paths passed through a giant tree which has many branches. You won’t know where these branches may lead. They can take you closer to the sky – the top of Crazy House or they can take you to the ocean – a room with a 3D painting of sea creatures. Then depart to visit Valley of Love, the most romantic place for lovers with many beautiful love-signs, flowers, and pine hills scenery.

    Day 14: Da Lat – Drive to Nam Cat Tien – Experience night safari (B, L)

    Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Then our driver will take you visit the flower garden, the largest and most complete flower display of Dalat with hundreds of different varieties of flowers. Flowers in Da Lat bloom all year round, many new varieties are introduced each year. Make our way to Datalan waterfall – a beautiful waterfall, located in the middle of Prenn Pass about 5km South of Da Lat city center. Here you will be blessed with wild nature, experience the feeling of joining an alpine coaster along with the pine forests and flowers. Datalan waterfall is a small waterfall pouring from a rocky cliff about 20m high into a deep pool, creating a romantic and dreamy scene. Don’t miss out to play the roller coaster. Move to Weasel coffee farm: learn the story about one of the most famous and expensive coffee in the world. You will know the process of making this coffee from the poop of weasel. And then enjoy the weasel coffee while enjoying the view of the coffee farm. The next destination is cricket farm: Experience the full chorus on approach to the local cricket farm and learn how crickets are raised. Afterwards try a taste of the fried cricket with lemongrass and chili sauce.

    In the afternoon, our driver will take you to Nam Cat Tien National Park by private car. It will take about 4 hours from Da Lat to the you hotel near the park. Check-in and get some rest before enjoy an exciting night safari in the jungle.

    The tour begin every night from 18:30 on a convertible, with a total distance of 12km to and from in about 1 hour. You will be taken by the guide to the vast grasses, ideal habitats of ungulates, to see deer, hedgehogs, rabbits, ferrets … looking for food during the night. Depending on the season and weather of the year, plus a little luck, the group of visitors can meet the gaur herd with a healthy beauty full of wild.

    When the night tour ends, our driver will take you back to your hotel for relaxing.

    Day 15: Into the jungle – Drive to Mui Ne (B, L)

    After breakfast, our driver and tour guide will take you the Nam Cat Tien park for a short trek into the jungle. Deep green primeval forest with countless ancient trees several hundred years old, with many majestic shapes. When going deep into the forest, you will be overwhelmed by the majestic and extremely interesting nature.

    After going out of the jungle, our driver will take you to Mui Ne. It takes about 4 hours to drive. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and take a rest after a long drive. It’s your free time for relaxing and swimming on the wonderful beach.

    Day 16: Mui Ne Discovery (B, L)

    After breakfast, we will visit the White Sand Dunes formed by the sea breeze beside the natural fresh water lake blooming lotus flowers in the summer. It is great for riding jeep to conquer these sand hills. This is one of the should-not-miss sports games when come in the White Sand Dunes. The jeep takes you to the hilltop for fabulous view of the beach. Move to Red Sand Dunes is a beautiful place with high sand dunes where you can entertain by sand sliding. From here, you get to experience both lifestyles of Mui Ne: desert and coastal. On the high position of sand dunes, you can admire beautiful landscape and picturesque scenery. We will stop for photo shooting at Mui Ne Harbor and fishing village before taking a walk of the Fairy Stream. It is great fun to walk under the stream with two banks of natural sand sculptures, which look like stalactites in the cave.

    Day 17: Mui Ne free time – Drive Ho Chi Minh (B)

    Free at leisure in the morning time. In the afternoon, the driver and tour guide will take you back to Ho Chi Minh for overnight.

    Day 18: Ho Chi Minh half-day city tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L)

    After delicious breakfast, we start our half-day city tour. We drive past many lively streets on our way to the Reunification Palace. This mansion was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until the end of April 1975. Then make our way to the War Remnants Museum where we can be informed about the US invasion of Vietnam, and its absorbing exhibits give visitors an invaluable insight into a defining chapter in the Vietnam war’s history. After that, we will visit the famous French architecture Notre Dame Cathedral, and General Post Office.

    Depart to Cu Chi Tunnels. The incredible underground network in Cu Chi stretched over 200 kilometers and became legendary during the American war. The extensive tunnels have been specially constructed with living areas, weapon factories, field hospitals, command centers, and accommodation. Today we have an excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels to visit an exposition hall and a widened section of the tunnels to get a feel of the underground life.

    Day 19: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh (B, L)

    After having breakfast, we travel to Hung Vuong Pier in Ben Tre. Take a boat at Ben Tre River for sight-seeing lively activities along the river such as fishing, and water transfer. We will stop at the most popular places for handicraft workshops including a craft brickyard where the locals still use centuries-old traditional methods to handmade bricks, process coconut into many different forms, and weave mats with the aid of dried reeds and a huge loom. A local Xe Loi (motorized rickshaw) will take us into a tropical garden where we can taste the exotic tropical fruit and enjoy our homemade lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon lounging on a sampan boat rowing through Ben Tre’s iconic backwaters with water palms and coconut trees.

    Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

    Day 20: Ho Chi Minh – Departure (B)

    Enjoy your hearty breakfast at the hotel then the driver will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for flying back home or depart to next destination. It’s time to say goodbye, we thank you for traveling with us and warmly welcome you to come again.

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    Accomodation

    CitiesVip
    Ha NoiHANOI LA SIESTA CLASSIC HANG THUNG Executive Deluxe Connecting
    Sa PaSILK PATH GRAND SAPA RESORT & SPA Balcony Classic Garden
    Ninh BinhEMERALDA RESORT TAM CỐC Superior
    Ha LongORCHID TRENDY (PELICAN) Deluxe Balcony
    Hoi AnBLISS HOI AN BEACH RESORT & WELLNESS Deluxe
    Da LatSWISS-BEL RESORT ĐÀ LẠT Deluxe Mountain View
    Dong NaiORCHARD HOME RESORT Deluxe Twin
    Phan ThietANANTARA MUI NE RESORT Deluxe Room
    Ho Chi MinhLA SIESTA PREMIUM SAIGON DELUXE ROOM

    Trip price

    Date : 23 Jul, 2024 – 29 Apr, 2025

    DescriptionAdults (>12 yr old) (4)6 year(s) old
    VIP$3,035$955
    PRICE PER GROUP$13,095

    Packages Inclusions

    Services included:

    • Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check-in and check-out around noontime)
    • 2Days/1Night cruise on board a cruise in Ha Long Bay (double/twin cabin on shared boat).
    • Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers
    • Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
    • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
    • Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program
    • Flight – as per program
    • 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus – on days of transfer and sightseeing only

    Services NOT Included :

    • Early check-in or late check-out
    • Surcharge for Weekends; and surcharge for Peak Season on 7th Apr, 30th Apr – 1st May
    • International flights to/from Vietnam
    • Any other meals not mentioned above.
    • Any kind of drinks
    • Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
    • Visa approval letter
    • Visa stamp fee at the arrival airport ($25/pax in Vietnam and $30/pax in Cambodia)
    • Compulsory: Tipping Policy:
    From 2 – 3 persons: $10/group/day
    From 4 – 6 persons: $5/person/day
    From 7 persons: $3/person/day
    • All other services which are not mentioned in INCLUDING Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip…)
    • It is recommended for travelers to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar to have a travel insurance covering also the cost of medical evacuation flights.

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    Diep Van

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    Specialties: Culture, landscape, portrait, hiking, active and adventurous tour

    Besides my unlimited passion for traveling, a professional tour guide for over a decade, I have been taking photographs since sitting at Hanoi of the University of Culture in the early 2000s. Photography started as a hobby but it was seriously taken due to my work relations and my significant passion for the beauty of our world, especially in Southeast Asian parts such as Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.

    Within a few years of taking photographs, my works began to be recognized by many reliable international publications such as AFAR Travel, The Times, and The Daily Telegraph newspaper. In addition, I continuously add to my growing profile by winning numerous major awards: 3rd Position of The Independent Photographer 2018, 1st Position of Amateur Photographer of the year 2018, Grand Prize Winner of the AFAR Travel Photography 2019, and a Gold Award of San Francisco Bay International Photography 2020.

    I photograph a wide variety of subjects, from travel to landscapes to street scenes. I enjoy documenting the East’s rich cultural heritage and its land soaked in glorious sunrise or sunset light in remote and secluded spots. And, I am very happy to share my knowledge and experience with you. You can visit Luminousvietnamtour to explore tour!


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