15-Day Luxury Vietnam Tour: North to South Cultural Discovery & Hidden Gems

✨ What You’ll Experience

Step into the cultural heart of Vietnam as you arrive in Hanoi, a city where ancient temples whisper beside French colonial mansions and the aroma of street food mingles with the echoes of history. A warm welcome awaits as your private driver meets you at Noi Bai Airport and whisks you away to the charming streets of the Old Quarter. The rest of the day is yours to wander, relax, and let the pulse of Vietnam ease you into an unforgettable journey ahead.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• ✈️ After touching down at Noi Bai Airport, meet your private driver at Pole No.10.
• 🚗 Enjoy a smooth, scenic ride through Hanoi’s tree-lined avenues to your hotel in the Old Quarter — where time slows down and heritage surrounds you.
• 🧳 Once checked in (from 14:00), you may choose to rest or step outside to explore the buzzing street life, tranquil lakes, or sip egg coffee like a true Hanoian.
• 🌆 As the sun dips behind ancient rooftops, soak in your first impressions of Vietnam at your own pace — this is only the beginning.

✅ Inclusions:

• Private airport pick-up
• Hotel check-in assistance

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

✨ What You’ll Experience

Today, you’ll discover why Hanoi is called the soul of Vietnam. Journey through sacred temples, colonial landmarks, and living museums that reveal the country’s spiritual depth and resilient past. From the tranquil Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake to the stirring Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, every site holds a story. Marvel at the poetic grace of the Temple of Literature, then step into the shadows of history at Hoa Lo Prison. This is a day of connection — to culture, to memory, and to the very spirit of Vietnam.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🕗 08:00–08:30: Begin your day with a hotel pick-up by your friendly, knowledgeable guide. Set off into the cultural tapestry of the capital.
• 🛕 08:45: Your first stop is the peaceful Tran Quoc Pagoda, reflected in the still waters of West Lake — a centuries-old sanctuary built in the 6th century.
• 🌿 09:30: Walk the grounds of the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where Vietnam’s beloved leader rests. Visit his stilt house and the legendary One Pillar Pagoda, shaped like a lotus blossoming from water.
• 🧕 11:15: Gain deep insight into Vietnam’s cultural mosaic at the Ethnology Museum, showcasing 54 ethnic groups’ traditions. (Substituted with the Women’s Museum on Mondays)
• 🍲 12:45: Pause for a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant — where every bite tells a story.
• 🎓 14:00: Continue to the poetic Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, a place of Confucian calm and scholarly elegance since the 11th century.
• 🔐 15:15: End the day at Hoa Lo Prison, whose walls echo the trials and resilience of both French-era revolutionaries and American POWs.
• 🏨 16:30: Return to your hotel — your mind and heart full from the stories shared and the sights explored.

✅ Inclusions:

• Comfortable transport throughout Hanoi
• Entrance tickets to all attractions
• Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant
• Professional English-speaking guide

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

✨ What You’ll Experience

Today, the city streets give way to the silent poetry of limestone peaks and jade-green waters as you journey from Hanoi to the majestic Lan Ha Bay, the tranquil twin of Ha Long. Step aboard a luxury cruise and drift past dreamlike islets, hidden coves, and fishing villages floating in timeless rhythm. Swim in secluded waters, kayak through sun-dappled caves, and savor sunset cocktails as the sky turns gold. As night falls over the bay, join in a joyful cooking class or try your hand at squid fishing under the stars — this is where magic lives on the water.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚐 08:00–08:45: Leave the bustle of Hanoi behind as you’re picked up from your hotel for a scenic 3-hour ride to the coast.
• ⚓ 12:30–13:00: Step aboard your boutique cruise — greeted with a refreshing drink and a warm introduction to your floating home.
• 🍽️ 13:15: Enjoy a sumptuous lunch in the panoramic dining room as limestone pillars rise like sentinels from the sea.
• 🏊 15:00: Anchor in a calm, pristine bay for swimming or kayaking — glide over emerald waters and beneath jungle-cloaked cliffs.
• 🌅 17:30: Gather on the sundeck for sunset and happy hour — sip cocktails, nibble on local snacks, and soak in the golden light of the Gulf of Tonkin.
• 🍳 18:00: Join a fun cooking demonstration and learn to craft crispy Vietnamese spring rolls.
• 🍴 19:15: Indulge in a candlelit set menu dinner featuring fresh seafood and local flavors.
• 🎣 21:00: Try squid fishing beneath the moonlight or toast the day with a nightcap at the panoramic bar.

✅ Inclusions:

• Hotel pickup and luxury transport to the pier
• Cruise welcome drink & briefing
• Lunch + Dinner onboard
• Kayaking or swimming (weather permitting)
• Sunset party + cooking class
• English-speaking cruise guide
• All entrance fees

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Onboard a boutique cruise in Lan Ha Bay

✨ What You’ll Experience

Awaken on the still waters of Lan Ha Bay, where dawn paints the sky with hues of coral and lavender. Begin your day with a peaceful Tai Chi session on the deck — breathing in the misty calm of the bay. Glide through the Light Cave by bamboo boat or kayak and marvel at the sculpted cliffs that rise around you. After brunch, it’s time to say goodbye to this watery world and journey back to Hanoi, carrying with you the serene soul of the sea.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🌅 05:30–06:00: Rise early to greet the sun and join a Tai Chi session on the deck — an energizing blend of mindfulness and movement.
• ☕ 06:30: Enjoy a light breakfast as the bay stirs to life around you.
• 🛶 07:30: Venture into the peaceful Light Cave aboard a bamboo sampan or kayak — a haven of silence, water, and sky.
• 🎒 08:30: Return to your cruise to freshen up and pack.
• 📦 09:15: Check out, settle your onboard expenses, and say farewell to your crew.
• 🍴 09:30: Relish a final brunch on board, soaking in the view one last time.
• 🚤 10:45: Disembark and transfer by speedboat to Tuan Chau Marina.
• 🚐 11:30–15:30: Journey back to Hanoi by air-conditioned bus and return to your hotel.

✅ Inclusions:

• Tai Chi session on sundeck
• Light breakfast + brunch onboard
• Kayaking or bamboo sampan excursion
• Cruise transfer back to marina
• Comfortable return transport to Hanoi
• English-speaking guide
• All entrance fees

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

✨ What You’ll Experience

Venture south into the green heart of Ninh Binh, where Vietnam’s imperial past and surreal landscapes collide. Walk in the footsteps of kings at the ancient capital Hoa Lu, then hop on a bike to pedal through quiet villages framed by rice fields and limestone cliffs. Glide by boat through the mystical cave rivers of Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and climb to the dragon-guarded summit of Mua Cave for a panoramic view that will take your breath away. This day is a full-sensory escape — full of heritage, scenery, and soul.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚐 07:00–07:30: Depart Hanoi by comfortable bus with your local guide, heading toward Ninh Binh’s countryside charm.
• ☕ 09:00: Stop along the way for a short 20-minute break and coffee recharge.
• 🏯 10:30: Explore the solemn temples and courtyards of Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam — home to King Dinh and King Le.
• 🚴 11:30: Enjoy a 45-minute cycling tour through the peaceful rural village — wave to farmers, pass grazing goats, and feel the pace of local life.
• 🍴 12:30: Indulge in a buffet lunch featuring Ninh Binh specialties like goat meat and crispy rice. Vegetarian options available.
• 🚣 13:30–14:00: Board a traditional sampan for a scenic boat ride through Trang An’s magical tunnel cave system — including Light Cave, Dark Cave, and Wine Cave.
• 🐉 16:00: Challenge yourself with a climb of almost 500 steps to the top of Mua Cave for a breathtaking panorama of Tam Coc and the Red River Delta.
• 🚐 17:30–19:30: Return journey to Hanoi by bus. Arrive at your hotel, filled with memories and majestic views.

✅ Inclusions:

• Round-trip transportation Hanoi ⇄ Ninh Binh
• English-speaking local guide
• Entrance fees: Hoa Lu, Trang An, Mua Cave
• Bicycle tour in the village
• Buffet lunch (Vietnamese cuisine)

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

✨ What You’ll Experience

After days immersed in the ancient and the ethereal, it’s time to journey onward to Vietnam’s central coast. A short flight takes you from Hanoi to the beachside modernity of Danang, gateway to marble mountains, golden bays, and the lantern-lit magic of Hoi An. Use the afternoon to unwind or wander freely — the rhythm of the sea awaits.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🍳 Morning begins with a relaxed breakfast at your Hanoi hotel.
• 🧳 Pack your bags and soak up your final morning moments in the capital city.
• 🚐 Depending on your flight time, our driver will transfer you to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Danang.
• ✈️ On arrival in Danang, another private car will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.
• 🏖️ The rest of the day is yours — relax by the sea, sip coffee with a view, or stroll Danang’s vibrant riverfront at sunset.

✅ Inclusions:

• Private airport transfer in Hanoi
• Domestic flight to Danang
• Airport transfer on arrival in Danang

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Modern hotel near My Khe Beach, Danang

✨ What You’ll Experience

Today, you’ll cross the Hai Van Tunnel into the royal heart of Hue, where stories of emperors echo through palaces, temples, and tombs. Marvel at the grandeur of the Imperial Citadel, where dynasties once ruled in splendor, and pay your respects at the exquisite Khai Dinh Tomb or Tu Duc’s poetic mausoleum. Meander through ancient corridors, gilded halls, and incense-fragranced pagodas before returning to the coast — carrying with you tales etched in stone and soul.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚗 07:30: Begin with a scenic drive from Danang, passing through the Hai Van Tunnel, the longest in Southeast Asia.
• 🌊 Stop briefly to admire the stunning sweep of Lang Co Bay — a vision of turquoise sea and white sand.
• 🏯 10:45: Arrive in Hue and explore the grand Khai Dinh Tomb, known for its East-meets-West architecture and intricate mosaic art. (May be replaced with Tu Duc Tomb depending on arrangement)
• 🍴 12:00: Savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch in a local restaurant.
• 🏰 13:00: Step back into Vietnam’s imperial glory as you tour the sprawling Hue Citadel, including the Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, and royal residences of queens and empresses.
• 🛕 14:45: Conclude with a peaceful visit to the sacred Thien Mu Pagoda, perched riverside with its iconic seven-tiered tower.
• 🚐 15:45–17:45: Return drive to Danang, arriving in time to relax at your hotel.

✅ Inclusions:

• Full-day transportation and guide
• Entrance fees (Imperial City, Tomb, Pagoda)
• Lunch at local Vietnamese restaurant
• English-speaking cultural guide

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Modern hotel in Danang City

✨ What You’ll Experience

Your day begins with waves and wonder in Danang, from the towering Lady Buddha to the marble-carved temples nestled in ancient caves. As afternoon melts into evening, you’ll step into the storybook town of Hoi An — a place where every lantern tells a tale and every street glows with history. Wander ancient alleyways, dine by the river, and fall under the charm of a city where time stands still.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🍳 Morning is yours to enjoy a seaside breakfast and a refreshing swim or slow stroll on My Khe Beach.
• 🚗 14:00–14:30: Begin your cultural journey with a visit to Linh Ung Pagoda, where the 67-meter Lady Buddha gazes protectively over the sea from Son Tra Peninsula.
• 🏖️ 15:30: Enjoy a scenic coastal drive along Hoang Sa–Truong Sa road, pausing for ocean views at My Khe Beach.
• 🪨 16:00: Explore the mysterious Marble Mountains — wander into sacred caves, admire ancient stone carvings, and visit the artisan Stone Carving Village.
• 🌉 17:30: Continue to Hoi An Ancient Town. Visit the Fukian Assembly Hall, the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, and charming heritage houses that whisper with centuries of history.
• 🍽️ 18:00–19:00: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese dinner at a local restaurant, then stroll along the lantern-lit riverside and browse the Nguyen Hoang Night Market.

✅ Inclusions:

• Afternoon cultural tour with professional guide
• All entrance fees (Marble Mountains, Hoi An heritage sites)
• Private car transport from Danang to Hoi An
• Dinner at local restaurant

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in Hoi An Ancient Town

✨ What You’ll Experience

Today is yours to truly savor Hoi An’s timeless magic — a place where every alley hides a secret and every meal feels like a memory. Sleep in or rise early to catch the soft glow of sunrise over the Thu Bon River. Sip coffee in a riverside café, cycle through the countryside to Tra Que Herb Village, or have a tailored áo dài made just for you. This is a day of freedom — to wander, to indulge, to connect — and to fall in love with Vietnam’s most enchanting town.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🌤️ Start your day at your own pace with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel.
• 🚲 Choose your adventure: take a bicycle ride to Cua Dai Beach, sign up for a hands-on cooking class, or explore the rice fields of Cam Thanh by basket boat.
• 🛍️ Visit local markets, browse tailor shops, or join a traditional lantern-making workshop.
• 🕯️ As the evening lights rise, follow the lantern-lit lanes to find hidden bars, street food stalls, or riverside teahouses.
• 💤 Return whenever you wish — this day is all yours.

✅ Inclusions:

• Breakfast at hotel
• Full day at leisure for optional activities (self-guided)

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in Hoi An Ancient Town

✨ What You’ll Experience

From the peaceful whispers of Hoi An, today you journey south to the electrifying buzz of Ho Chi Minh City — Vietnam’s most energetic metropolis. As your plane descends, skyscrapers shimmer beside colonial facades and motorbikes weave like poetry through the streets. A private transfer will bring you straight to your hotel, where the rest of the day is yours to explore Saigon’s vibrant markets, riverside cafés, or sunset rooftop views.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🍳 Enjoy a final breakfast in Hoi An, then pack your bags and soak in the last coastal breeze.
• 🚐 Your driver will transfer you from your Hoi An hotel to Danang Airport — sit back and enjoy the short scenic ride.
• ✈️ Board your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, watching the landscapes shift from rice fields to urban skyline.
• 🚗 Upon arrival, meet your driver for a smooth transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city.
• 🏙️ Use the afternoon to start exploring Saigon — stroll through Ben Thanh Market, grab a cold coconut by Nguyen Hue Walking Street, or simply relax at your hotel’s pool.

✅ Inclusions:

• Breakfast at hotel
• Private transfer: Hoi An ➤ Danang Airport
• Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City
• Airport pickup in Ho Chi Minh City

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Chic hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

✨ What You’ll Experience

From bustling Cholon to French colonial cathedrals, today’s journey through Ho Chi Minh City reveals a fascinating blend of cultures, commerce, and conflict. Explore historic pagodas, vibrant local markets, and somber war relics — all in one dynamic day. Walk the paths of resilience at the War Remnants Museum, marvel at the gothic spires of Notre Dame Cathedral, and feel the pulse of the city in its endless energy. This is not just a tour; it’s a window into the Vietnamese soul.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚗 08:00–08:30: Meet your guide and set off into Saigon’s oldest district — Cholon, home to the city’s vibrant Chinese-Vietnamese community.
• 🛕 Visit the Thien Hau Pagoda, where incense swirls and ancient prayers linger in the air.
• 🛍️ Wander through Binh Tay Market, a local trading hub bursting with colors, aromas, and daily life.
• 🪖 Visit the powerful War Remnants Museum, home to gripping photos and artifacts from the Vietnam War era.
• 🍽️ 12:00: Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant.
• 🏰 13:00: Continue to the Reunification Palace, once the nerve center of South Vietnam.
• 🕍 Admire the French-colonial charm of Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Saigon Central Post Office — architectural gems in the heart of the city.
• 🌇 16:00: Return to your hotel with the city’s stories woven into your memory.

✅ Inclusions:

• Full-day guided city tour
• Private transportation
• Entrance fees to all listed sites
• Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
• English-speaking cultural guide

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

✨ What You’ll Experience

Venture deep into the earth — and deeper still into history — as you explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200-kilometer underground maze built by Vietnamese guerrillas. Discover how these shadowy corridors became homes, hospitals, and headquarters during the war. Crawl through the tight passages, witness clever wartime traps, and meet the ingenuity of a people who turned the soil into a shield. It’s a powerful, humbling journey through the unshakable spirit of Vietnam.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚐 08:00–08:15: Depart from Ho Chi Minh City toward Cu Chi, just 70km away — a drive that takes you from modern bustle into rural calm.
• 🎥 Begin with a documentary film offering an intimate look at the war effort and life in the tunnels.
• 🕳️ Step into the underground world: explore living chambers, kitchens, weapon stores, and escape routes.
• 🪓 See firsthand the infamous bamboo traps and handmade weapons used in guerrilla warfare.
• 🧉 Watch locals make rice paper and rice wine — and sample if you’re brave!
• 🎯 Optional: Try your aim at the Cu Chi shooting range (self-paid).
• 🚐 13:00: Return to the city, arriving mid-afternoon for some free time to relax or explore more of Saigon at your own pace.

✅ Inclusions:

• Transportation to and from Cu Chi
• Entrance fees
• English-speaking guide
• Local demonstrations (rice paper, wine)

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

✨ What You’ll Experience

Leave the city behind and drift into the tranquil rhythms of the Mekong Delta, where life flows to the song of paddles and cicadas. Travel by boat through palm-shaded canals, explore fruit-laden gardens, sip honey tea at village homes, and witness age-old traditions like rice candy making and folk singing. In Ben Tre, the land of coconuts, pedal through lush lanes and meet artisans in riverside workshops. As evening falls, arrive in Can Tho, the heart of the delta — where tomorrow brings floating wonders.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚐 08:00: Begin your delta adventure with a hotel pickup and head to My Tho, watching the countryside unfold in rice fields and river views.
• 🛕 Stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, a serene blend of Eastern grace and Western flair.
• 🚤 Board a boat to cruise the Tien River, passing the famed Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands.
• 🐟 Glimpse floating fish farms and riverside life as you cruise along the mighty Mekong.
• 🌴 Arrive at Thoi Son Island: walk village paths, enjoy tropical fruit tastings, listen to Don Ca Tai Tu folk music, and sip fresh honey tea.
• 🐍 Visit a python farm, and ride a hand-rowed sampan through narrow water coconut canals — a highlight of delta charm.
• 🥥 Cross into Ben Tre to visit a coconut candy workshop and explore the laid-back village life of Tan Thach commune.
• 🍽️ Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch and relax under garden shade.
• 🚲 Optional cycling tour through palm-lined backroads — meet locals and soak up the quiet beauty of the Mekong countryside.
• 🐊 End the day at Phung Island with crocodile fishing and a visit to the curious temple of Dao Dua.
• 🚐 15:30: Transfer to Can Tho, check in and unwind.
• 🍽️ 19:00: Dine on delicious local dishes and enjoy Can Tho’s peaceful evening by the river.

✅ Inclusions:

• Round-trip private transportation from Saigon to Can Tho
• English-speaking guide throughout the journey
• Boat & sampan rides
• Entrance fees, honey tea, fruit tastings
• Lunch + dinner with Vietnamese cuisine
• Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Can Tho

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Riverside hotel in Can Tho City

✨ What You’ll Experience

Rise with the sun and float into the beating heart of the Mekong — the Cai Rang Floating Market, where commerce dances on water and tradition meets modernity. Watch boats brimming with pineapples, melons, and local produce glide by in a kaleidoscope of color. Learn how rice noodles are made, taste fruits straight from the orchard, and feel the pulse of life along the riverbanks. By afternoon, return to the buzz of Ho Chi Minh City, with the delta’s charm still rippling in your soul.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🌅 07:00: Set off by boat from Can Tho and cruise along the gentle waters to reach the Cai Rang Floating Market.
• 🚤 Immerse yourself in the colorful chaos — boats filled with fruit, smiling merchants, and the melody of life on water.
• 🍍 Interact with locals, sample fresh fruit, and learn the market’s unique floating code (the “Cheo Beo” pole).
• 🍜 Visit a local workshop to see noodle and rice paper being made by hand.
• 🍓 Wander through fruit orchards — pick and taste rambutan, jackfruit, and mangosteen fresh from the tree.
• 🍽️ 11:00: Return to Can Tho and enjoy a hearty lunch at a local restaurant.
• 🛣️ 13:00: Begin your journey back to Ho Chi Minh City, relaxing as the countryside gently slips by.
• 🏨 Arrive in the late afternoon, concluding your Mekong journey with a grateful heart.

✅ Inclusions:

• Boat tour in Cai Rang
• English-speaking guide
• Noodle/rice paper workshop
• Orchard visit with fruit tasting
• Breakfast + lunch
• Return transfer to Saigon

🏨 Overnight Stay:

• Boutique hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

✨ What You’ll Experience
Today, your tailor-made Vietnam adventure comes to an end — but the memories will travel with you, tucked between misty mountains, floating markets, and lantern-lit streets. Enjoy a final breakfast in the heart of Saigon, savoring the last sips of Vietnamese coffee. Depending on your flight schedule, you may squeeze in a final stroll or shop for keepsakes before your private driver transfers you to the airport. From North to South, you’ve journeyed through a land of contrasts, connection, and quiet wonder. Until next time, cảm ơn và hẹn gặp lại — thank you and see you again.
🕒 Your Day at a Glance
🍳 Begin your final morning with breakfast at the hotel.
🧳 Take time to pack your belongings and reflect on your unforgettable journey.
🚐 Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you smoothly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
👋 Bid farewell to Vietnam with a full heart and a thousand stories to carry home.
✅ Inclusions:
Hotel breakfast
Private airport transfer from District 1 to Tan Son Nhat Airport

🎒 Trip Complete – But the Journey Continues
Thank you for exploring Vietnam with ViettrendTour — where every journey is crafted with care, every experience curated with heart, and every traveler treated like family. 🌿
Whether it’s your first visit or the beginning of many, we hope this 15-day journey has deepened your love for Vietnam’s culture, nature, and soul.