Vietnam · Culture

8-Day Vietnam Cultural Tour with Ha Long Bay and Hoi An

8 Days Round trip from Hanoi Moderate pace
Vietnamese Culture
Vietnam
Hanoi Old Quarter
QQ Restaurant
Hạ Long Bay

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover historical sites like Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Temple of Literature
  • 02 Cruise the stunning Halong Bay with its limestone karsts and islands
  • 03 Ride the cable car to Ba Na Hills and visit the famous Golden Bridge
  • 04 Wander through the charming ancient town of Hoi An with its lantern-lit streets and traditional architecture
  • 05 Experience the Cu Chi Tunnel and the vibrant atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City
  • 06 Explore the Mekong Delta at My Tho and Bến Tre with motorboat and sampan rides

Discover the best of Vietnam on this 8-day journey through Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Danang, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City. Explore historic landmarks and pagodas in Hanoi, then cruise through the stunning limestone scenery of Ha Long Bay with time for kayaking and island visits. Continue to central Vietnam for Ba Na Hills, Marble Mountain, Linh Ung Pagoda, Cam Thanh Coconut Village, and the lantern-lit charm of Hoi An Ancient Town. In the south, visit the Cu Chi Tunnel and experience the Mekong Delta at My Tho and Bến Tre with boat rides, local villages, and Vĩnh Tràng Temple.

Explore historic landmarks and pagodas in Hanoi, then cruise through the stunning limestone scenery of Ha Long Bay with time for kayaking and island visits.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Halong, My Tho, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Danang, Hoi An, Bến Tre
Languages English, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Hanoi and City Landmarks Tour

  • Pick up from Hanoi Airport upon arrival.
  • Transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter and check in.
  • Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
  • Explore One Pillar Pagoda.
  • Tour Ho Chi Minh Stilt House.
  • Visit Hỏa Lò Prison.
  • See Trấn Quốc Pagoda.
  • Explore the Temple of Literature.
  • Enjoy a local lunch during the tour.

Overnight stay in Hanoi.

2
Day 02

Ha Long Bay Cruise and Island Excursion

  • Depart the hotel at 7:30 AM.
  • Transfer by Thaco Limousine Bus to Tuần Châu Harbor.
  • Cruise through Ha Long Bay.
  • Visit Sung Sot Cave.
  • Stop at Titov Island.
  • Enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride.
  • Participate in a sunset party with red wine, tea, cakes, shrimp chips, and fresh fruits.
  • Have a buffet lunch on board with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
  • Return to your Hanoi hotel in the evening.
3
Day 03

Flight from Hanoi to Danang

  • Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
  • Transfer to Hanoi Airport by private van according to your flight schedule.
  • Board your flight to Danang.
  • Pick up from Danang Airport upon arrival.
  • Transfer to your Danang hotel and check in.
4
Day 04

Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Tour

Day 4: Ba Na Hills Small Group Tour from Danang

  • Depart from the hotel at 8:00 AM.
  • Visit Ba Na Hills and ride the cable car both ways.
  • Explore the Golden Bridge.
  • Enjoy a buffet lunch at Ba Na Hills.
  • Return to your Danang hotel in the afternoon.
5
Day 05

Danang Highlights and Hoi An Lantern Experience

  • Depart from the hotel at 7:30 AM.
  • Visit Marble Mountain.
  • Explore Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula.
  • Visit Cam Thanh Coconut Village.
  • Tour Hoi An Ancient Town.
  • Enjoy a basket boat ride.
  • Experience a lantern boat ride in the evening.
  • Have local lunch and dinner during the tour.
  • Return to your Danang hotel.
6
Day 06

Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and Visit Cu Chi Tunnel

  • Check out from your Danang hotel after breakfast.
  • Transfer to Danang Airport according to your flight schedule.
  • Board your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Pick up from Ho Chi Minh City Airport upon arrival.
  • Visit Cu Chi Tunnel on a private tour.
  • Transfer to your hotel in District 1 and check in.
7
Day 07

Mekong Delta Tour to My Tho and Bến Tre

  • Depart from the hotel at 7:30 AM.
  • Visit Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda.
  • Explore a coconut candy-making place.
  • Visit a fruit plantation and village.
  • Enjoy motorboat and sampan boat rides.
  • Have a local lunch during the tour.
  • Return to your Ho Chi Minh City hotel.
8
Day 08

Departure Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport

  • Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
  • Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport according to your flight schedule.
Ha Long Bay, Ba Na Hills, Hoi An Ancient Town, Cu Chi Tunnel

Where this trip takes you

Ha Long Bay, Ba Na Hills, Hoi An Ancient Town, Cu Chi Tunnel

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfers and all sightseeing in a private/shared AC vehicle
  • Halong Bay day cruise with lunch on board
  • City tours as per the itinerary
  • Ba Na Hills visit with a round-trip cable car ride
  • Entry tickets to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary
  • English-speaking tour guide during excursions (as per itinerary)
  • Bottled drinking water during transfers and tours

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • International and domestic flight tickets within Vietnam
  • E-visa fees
  • Tips for the driver and guide
  • Meals other than those mentioned (lunch and dinner unless included)
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips, mini-bar, etc.
  • Early check-in or late check-out at hotels
  • Any sightseeing or services not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Optional tours or add-on excursions
  • Surcharges applicable during festivals, peak season, or public holidays
  • Anything not mentioned in "Inclusions"

What to bring

  • Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
  • Vietnam visa or visa approval letter if required
  • Flight tickets (printed or digital copy)
  • Hotel and tour vouchers
  • Travel insurance
  • Emergency contact list
  • Passport-size photos for SIM or permits if needed
  • Light, breathable cotton clothes for warm weather
  • Warm layers like a jacket or sweater if visiting North Vietnam in winter
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Flip-flops or sandals for the beach, boat, or cruise
  • Swimsuit for Halong Bay or Da Nang beach
  • Raincoat or foldable umbrella during monsoon season (May-October)
  • Personal toiletries
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Basic first aid kit (headache, motion sickness, band-aids, etc.)
  • Insect repellent for evenings or delta regions
  • Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
  • Personal medicines with prescription
  • Mobile phone and charger
  • Travel adapter for Type A, C, or D plugs (220V)
  • Power bank
  • Camera for capturing memories
  • Some USD or Vietnamese Dong (VND) for small purchases
  • International debit or credit card
  • Day bag or small backpack for tours
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Snacks or energy bars for long journeys

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), Phú Cường, Soc Son, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour start
Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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