Luxury Vietnam & Phu Quoc Island Relax – 15 Days

Arrival in Hanoi. We welcome and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Hanoi.

• Meals: NA
• Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Visit the city’s highlights, including the French Quarter, Ho Chi Minh complex, and a leisurely walk by West Lake.

At 9:00 AM, the tour guide picks you up to visit the Temple of Literature, built in the 11th century to worship Confucius and teach royal children. Explore the garden and see the city’s symbol, Khue Van Cac. Visit the “stone steles” displaying the names of outstanding students. Continue to the Quoc Tu Giam, Vietnam’s first national university.

Next, visit one of the city’s museums (National History Museum, Hoa Lo, Museum of Ethnology, or Fine Art Museum) before taking a lunch break (at your own expense).

In the afternoon, visit the French Quarter, resembling a ” little Paris ” with tree-lined boulevards, government offices, and a large square. See Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum (from outside) and stroll through the botanical gardens to visit the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Visit the unique One Pillar Pagoda. The duration of this complex exploration is 1 to 2 hours, depending on the group size.

Continue to the Quan Thanh Temple, one of the city’s most important temples, dating back to the 11th century. Walk along a romantic road crossing West Lake with beautiful city views. Stop at Tran Quoc Pagoda, dating back to the 6th century.

Explore Hanoi Old Quarter, a trading center since the 15th century, with 36 streets offering various products. The Old Quarter is a living city museum, featuring unique tube houses, small alleys, temples, open-air markets, and street food vendors. Walking is the best way to experience it all.

Finally, enjoy a water puppet show, a unique performance dating back to the 11th century. The show depicts Vietnamese daily life, culture, and beliefs using puppets on water. Traditional music accompanies the performance.

Return to the hotel. End of the day.

• Meal: B, L
• Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Transfer to Halong Bay, fantastic sailing route, swimming at Titov beach, panoramic views

8:00-8:30 AM: Pick up from your accommodation in Hanoi Old Quarter. Start a three-hour drive to Halong Bay, passing through the Red River Delta’s communities and rice farms. Take a break for refreshments and restroom. Proceed to the harbor and receive a warm welcome at reception.

12:30 PM: Board the boat, receive a cruise briefing, and safety instructions. Begin the Halong Bay exploration, visiting one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Cruise along the bay while enjoying a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine. Pass by stunning spots like Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim Beach, and Coconut Island, The Three Islands.

In the afternoon, head to the Tung Sau area, known for its lively fish and cultured pearl fishing. Witness the entire process of pearl cultivation, harvesting, and sculpting. Enjoy kayaking or observe the pearl-making process. Visit the beautiful Titov Beach for swimming (weather permitting) or hike to the top of Titov Island for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.

Return to the boat for relaxation before cruising to the Luon Bo area and anchoring for the night.

Enjoy a Deluxe Vietnamese BBQ Set Menu for dinner. In the evening, engage in various activities on Pelican Halong Cruise, such as relaxing, enjoying music, playing cards or chess, and reading magazines in the room and dining area. Experience squid fishing and boat fishing for added excitement

• Meals: B, L, D
• Accommodation: Overnight on cruise

Exploring the well-known Sung Sot cave, sailing lazily, returning to Hanoi, and departing

06:30: Onboard, the day begins early with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Tai chi, also known as Tai chi chuan, is a kind of exercise that combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements.

Breakfast is provided in the dining area, which has a wonderful view of the bay’s environment.

Transfer to Sung Sot Cave via tender. The cave entrance is around 100 steps up. Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest caves in Halong Bay with exquisite stalactites and stalagmites, takes around 45 minutes to see. Return to the cruise ship via tender. Check out and pay your bill at the front desk.

Enjoy a buffet meal and the bay beauty as you cruise back to Tuan Chau Wharf.

11:30-12:00: Disembarkation

Welcome to the harbor by the driver, then enjoy the journey back to Hanoi. Take a break in the middle of the journey. Drop off at your accommodation (in the Old Quarter of Hanoi).

Transfer to Noi Bai Airport for a short 80-minute VietJet flight to Hue. Our driver will pick you up & transfer to your hotel in Hue.

*Driver drop off and pick up at airports without guide

• Meal: B, L
• Accommodation: Hotel in Hue

Dive further into the history of Vietnam by visiting the ancient citadel plus two addition tombs of emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last family to rule Vietnam before the French colonial takeover. Although the ancient citadel was badly damaged by the Vietnamese-American War, it is still possible to catch a glimpse of what used to exist here hundreds of years ago in the Forbidden Purple City.

We continue our visit to Thien Mu pagoda. Its iconic seven-story pagoda is regarded as the unofficial symbol of the city.

Compare and contrast the tombs of Emperor Minh Mang and Emperor Khai Dinh, one constructed from 1864-1867 with a landscape dominated by a large lake and rustic architecture while the other designed as a hybrid of European and Vietnamese beauty standards.

Transfer to Hoi An in the late afternoon.

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Discovering Hoi An rural by cycling and city walking tour

8:00 AM: Hotel pick-up for Hoi An town center. First stop: Cam Pho, one of the oldest communal houses in Hoi An, representing trade and cultural exchange.

Walk to the Chua Cau, the Japanese Covered Bridge, a symbol of Hoi An. Preserved for 400 years.

Explore Quan Thang ancient house, showcasing Hoi An’s architecture and sculptures from Kim Bong carpentry village. Visit Phuc Kien or Fujian Assembly Hall. Cross Thu Bon river by ferry to Kim Bong village, known for wood carving.

Bike around the village, visit a carpenter’s workshop, and buy wood products as souvenirs.

Continue cycling to Tra Nhieu village. Meet locals engaged in mat weaving, bamboo basket making, and craftsman shipyard. Take a boat trip on the Thu Bon River to Cam Thanh village. Enjoy the scenery of fishing farms and water palm trees.

Rest and have green tea and foot massage at a fisherman’s house. Learn to cook local dishes with ingredients from Tra Que village. Embark on a bamboo sampan boat to explore the water palm tree forest.

Return to the hotel in the afternoon.

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Enjoy a free day at your leisure in Hoi An.

• Meals: B
• Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Transfer to the airport for a VietJet flight to the modern, cosmopolitan city of Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, our driver will pick you up and transfer to your hotel.

Embark on a special excursion to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and visit the Cao Dai Temple

8h00 Am: Embark on an extraordinary journey starting from your hotel to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a significant site in Vietnam’s history.

Explore Cu Chi, an extensive underground city stretching over 250km, where the Viet Cong waged their resistance against American forces during the Vietnam War. These remarkable tunnels were meticulously hand-dug over two decades using only basic tools. Experience the tunnels firsthand with a special guided tour. Nearby, you’ll also visit the lesser-known Ben Duoc Memorial Temple, built in 1993 to honor the Vietnamese lives lost in Cu Chi.

Continue the tour with a transfer to visit one of Vietnam’s most sacred attractions, the Cao Dai Temple. Caodaism is a unique Vietnamese religion influenced by Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, and even Roman Catholicism. During your visit, you can attend the midday mass.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to the city center. 

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city

From Saigon to Mekong delta, visiting Cai Be, boat trip, biking

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you will meet our knowledgeable tour guide and driver, who will accompany you on your journey to Cai Be.

Upon arrival in Cai Be, you will embark on a delightful adventure aboard a private small boat, gliding through one of the branches of the legendary Mekong River. Immerse yourself in the enchanting rhythm of life along the river as you explore the picturesque canals adorned with orchards.

Discover the artistry of local crafts at workshops specializing in rice popcorn, coconut caramel, and rice cakes. Engage in a biking or walking excursion along village paths, leading you to the ancient and exquisite Phu Chau Pagoda, where serenity pervades, and you can interact with the friendly local residents.

Indulge in a delectable lunch at an open-air restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to savor the renowned local delicacy, the elephant ear fish. Conclude your journey with a delightful experience of rowing a small rowboat through the shaded canals, while relishing the flavors of seasonal fruits.

In the late afternoon, return to Saigon, carrying with you the cherished memories of this enchanting Mekong River excursion.

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will arrange a transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your VietJet flight to the beautiful island of Phu Quoc. Once you land in Phu Quoc, our driver will be waiting to warmly welcome you and provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic journey as you make your way to your accommodation.

Please note that the driver will handle the drop-off and pick-up at the airports, ensuring a smooth transition, without the presence of a guide.

• Meals: B
• Accommodation: Phu Quoc Island

Enjoy the day at your leisure

Enjoy the day at your leisure

Enjoy the day at your leisure

Transferring to airport for flights to next destinations

A private driver will pick you up from the hotel lobby. The driver will take you to Phu Quoc airport for your onward booked flight.

• Meals: B
• Accommodation: NA