17-Day Vietnam Cultural and Scenic Exploration from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
Highlights
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Halong, Bến Tre, Hoi An
Locations Covered
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Halong, Bến Tre, Hoi An
nature, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
17 Days
Easy
French
Description
Embark on a 17-day journey through Vietnam, exploring the vibrant cities of Hanoi, Duong Lam, Nghia Lo, Mu Cang Chai, and Sapa. Discover ancient temples, rice terraces, and traditional villages, including Hoa Lu, Van Long, and Halong Bay. Visit the historical cities of Hue, Danang, and Hoi An, and experience the bustling Ho Chi Minh City. Cruise the Mekong Delta in Ben Tre and Long Xuyen, and immerse in local culture. A perfect adventure for history, nature, and cultural lovers.
Itinerary
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Day 01: Arrival in Hanoi
- Arrival in Hanoi. Welcome and transfer to the hotel.
- In your free time, relax or discover the city.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 02: Explore Hanoi’s Timeless Charm
- Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, House on Stilts, Presidential Palace, and One Pillar Pagoda.
- Explore the Museum of Ethnography, Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ngoc Son Temple, and Hanoi's Old Quarter.
- Evening: Enjoy a water puppet show.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 03: Hanoi to Duong Lam Village and Nghia Lo
- Depart for the North-West region to visit Duong Lam Ancient Village, Mia Pagoda, Phung Hung Temple, and Mong Phu Communal House.
- Lunch at a family restaurant.
- Visit Green Tea Hills and Muong Village en route.
Arrive at Nghia Lo for an overnight stay at a local's house.
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Day 04: Nghia Lo to Mu Cang Chai – Rice Terraces Trek
- Hike or cycle through Nghia Lo Valley to meet the Thais.
- Depart for Mu Cang Chai via Tu Le and explore the stunning rice terraces at La Pan Tan.
- Visit Green Hmong in Mu Cang Chai.
Overnight stay at a local Thais' house.
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Day 05: Mu Cang Chai to Sapa
- Departure for Sapa with stops at Na Tam village (Lu and Laos people).
- Arrive in Sapa via Hoang Lien Son pass and visit the market, colonial houses, and stone church.
Overnight stay in Sapa.
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Day 06: Sapa Trekking and Return to Hanoi
- Trek in Muong Hoa Valley and visit Lao Chai and Ta Van hamlets, home to Zay and Black H'mong tribes.
- Return to Hanoi by highway for a night in Hanoi.
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Day 07: Hanoi to Hoa Lu and Van Long
- Departure for Hoa Lu to visit the 11th-century temples dedicated to Kings Dinh and Le.
- Afternoon: Boat rides on the Van Long River, passing through scenic rural villages.
- Explore Thung La temple by bike in a tranquil meditation valley.
Overnight stay in Van Long.
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Day 08: Van Long to Halong Bay
- Departure for Halong Bay, passing through the endless rice fields of the Red River Delta.
- Embark on a Halong Bay cruise with a seafood meal on board.
Overnight aboard the junk.
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Day 09: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Hue by Flight
- Early morning cruise in Halong Bay.
- Return to Hanoi and transfer to the airport for a flight to Hue.
- Arrival in Hue and check-in to the hotel.
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Day 10: Hue – A City of Poetry and History
- Explore Hue, starting with a cruise on the Perfume River, visiting Thanh Tien village and the famous Thien Mu Pagoda.
- Visit the Imperial City, Dong Ba Market, and experience the charm of this poetic city.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Hue.
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Day 11: Hue to Danang and Hoi An
- Visit the Tu Duc Mausoleum and the Incense Stick village.
- Drive along the Mandarin Road, passing the scenic Cloud Pass, and explore the Cham Museum in Danang.
- Enjoy My Khe Beach and visit the Thang Loi silk factory.
Arrive in Hoi An for an overnight stay.
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Day 12: Hoi An Walking Tour and Bike Ride
- Morning: Cycle or take a motorbike to Tra Que Vegetable Village and participate in gardening activities.
- Enjoy a traditional lunch of Hoi An specialties.
- Afternoon: Explore Hoi An's old town, including the museum of antiquities, Japanese bridge, Chinese quarter, and ancient port.
- Free time in the evening is spent shopping in historic streets.
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Day 13: Hoi An to Danang – Ho Chi Minh City
- Transfer to Danang for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
- Orientation tour of the city, visiting landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, Cho Lon district, Thien Hau Temple, and Giac Lam Pagoda.
Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
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Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre – Mekong Delta
- Departure for Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta region
- Take a boat trip on the Ben Tre River, visit brick kilns and coconut product factories, and explore local villages by bike.
- Participate in farming activities and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local's house.
Overnight in Ben Tre.
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Day 15: Ben Tre to Long Xuyen (B)
- Visit the local market by bike
- Continue to Long Xuyen, visiting Sa Dec, Kien An Cung Pagoda, Huynh Thuy Le House, and Sa Dec Market.
- Visit a Caodai temple and crocodile farm before visiting your hotel in Long Xuyen.
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Day 16: Long Xuyen to Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit the Long Xuyen floating market in the morning.
- Discover Cu Lao Ong Ho via boats and walking through arroyos.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City for an overnight stay.
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Day 17: Ho Chi Minh City Departure
- Free time for shopping or personal exploration of Ho Chi Minh City.
- Transfer to the airport for your departure
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
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