Vietnam Highlight Vacation – 10 Days

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, where you will be welcomed and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure and begin exploring the atmosphere of Vietnam's capital.

Meals: None

Included: Airport transfer, private transportation, hotel accommodation

Overnight: Hanoi

Enjoy a full-day exploration of Hanoi, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum area, Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda, Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, Temple of Literature, West Lake and Tran Quoc Pagoda.

In the evening, experience a traditional Vietnamese water puppet performance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included: Hotel, transportation, guide, entrance fees, water puppet show

Overnight: Hanoi

Depart Hanoi in the morning for Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the historic capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and early Le dynasties. Continue to Tam Coc for lunch before enjoying a scenic sampan boat trip along the Ngo Dong River.

Known as "Halong Bay on land", Tam Coc features limestone mountains, rice fields, caves and peaceful countryside scenery.

Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included: Accommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fees, sampan boat trip

Overnight: Hanoi

Travel from Hanoi to Halong Bay through the scenic countryside of the Red River Delta. Board your traditional cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing among Halong Bay's spectacular limestone islands.

Visit one of the area's impressive grottoes and enjoy opportunities for kayaking or swimming, subject to cruise and weather conditions.

Enjoy dinner onboard and spend the night on the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Included: Transportation, guide, entrance fees, cruise accommodation, meals onboard

Overnight: Halong Bay Cruise

Enjoy a leisurely morning onboard as the cruise travels back toward Halong City. After disembarkation, transfer to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Danang.

Upon arrival, continue by road to the historic town of Hoi An. The remainder of the day is free for relaxation and independent exploration.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included: Accommodation, transportation, guide, cruise activities, domestic flight, transfers

Overnight: Hoi An

Explore Hoi An's beautifully preserved ancient town on a walking tour. Discover its historic streets, architecture and local atmosphere.

After lunch, travel toward Hue via Danang and the scenic Hai Van Pass. Visit the Cham Museum in Danang before continuing to Hue, Vietnam's former imperial capital.

Meals: Breakfast

Included: Accommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fees

Overnight: Hue

Explore Hue's imperial heritage with visits to the UNESCO-listed Hue Imperial Citadel and the historic Imperial City.

Enjoy a cruise along the Perfume River and visit the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda. Continue to the Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, known for its unique combination of Vietnamese and European architectural influences.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included: Accommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fees, cyclo tour/river cruise where applicable

Overnight: Hue

Transfer to Hue Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival, explore some of the city's major landmarks, including the former Presidential Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral area and the historic Central Post Office.

Continue exploring the city's distinctive districts and cultural attractions before checking into your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included: Accommodation, airport transfers, domestic flight, transportation, guide, sightseeing

Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Leave Ho Chi Minh City and travel into the scenic Mekong Delta. Experience the region's waterways, rice fields, rural villages and local life.

Enjoy a boat experience through the Mekong waterways and continue toward the region around Cai Be, Sa Dec and Can Tho.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included: Accommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fees, boat trip

Overnight: Mekong Delta

Continue exploring the Mekong Delta before returning toward Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the Cai Be Floating Market area and observe traditional river life, local boats and agricultural activity.

After the tour, transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Included: Transportation, guide, sightseeing and airport transfer