8-Day Vietnam Tour – Explore Top Highlights in Vietnam

Travel Itinerary : 8 Day Vietnam Tour to Top Must-see Destionations in Vietnam

Day 1: Hanoi arrival. Overnight in 3* Minasi Premium Hotel (L)

Today you’ll land in Hanoi, our driver will hold your signed name board : Mr/Ms…………………..., following your flight number ………..., and its landed time ……....  at Noi Bai international airport, he picks you up and transfer to Hanoi city, a city of lakes, shaded boulevards, public parks, and the capital of Vietnam.

Check into your hotel (check-in is available after 2:00 PM) & be free at your relaxation.

If your arrival during the morning or noon time,  you can get on an exciting tour to explore Hanoi’s highlights :

• Ho Chi Minh Complex: Explore the Presidential Palace, a fine example of French architecture, and Ho Chi Minh House on stilts. This house offers a glimpse into the simple life of Ho Chi Minh, a revered figure in Vietnamese history. Conclude your visit here with the One Pillar Pagoda, renowned for its unique architecture and cultural significance.
• Tran Quoc Pagoda: Visit the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and a key center of Buddhism in the capital
• A leisurely walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, known for its 36 ancient streets, and around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, the heart of the city. As you stroll, you’ll experience the bustling energy of Hanoi, with its thousands of motorbikes, learn to navigate its busy streets, explore local shops, and perhaps even engage with local students practicing their English.
• Next, you’ll visit Hanoi’s famous Train Street, where you can unwind at a charming café. Enjoy a cup of the renowned egg coffee or another drink (at your own expense) while watching the trains pass by—a perfect spot for memorable photos and soaking in Hanoi’s unique, relaxed vibe.

End your first day with a comfortable stay at a cozy hotel in the capital.

Inclusions : AC car transfer with driver for the airport pick-up & day tour, tourguide of English speaking for the city tour, entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, meals (L- lunch), double/twin shared room in 3* Minasi Premium Hotel or similar

Day 2. Hanoi – Halong bay, visit Luon cave & Ti Top island. Overnight on 4* La Regina Royal Cruise (L, D)

Morning Activities:

Depart from Hanoi city on limousine shuttle bus pick-up at 8:00- 8:30 AM from Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong city or choose a private car for only you to leave Hanoi to Halong City – pick-up at 8:45 AM. (if you travel on shuttle bus you will travel on car 3.5 hours, and when you choose private car the driver will transfer you on highway and spend only 2.5 hours on car)

Arrive in Bai Chay harbor around noon time

Afternoon Activities:

11: 30 Arrive at La Regina Royal waiting lounge – Bai Chay habour – Ha Long, enjoy welcome drink and express check-in before boarding.

12:30 Check in aboard with Welcome drink from crew member while manager introduce the safety briefing and the boat cruising toward to the Halong bay.

13:00 Let your vacation start with a delicious lunch set menu in restaurant.

15:00 Your first excursion is a visit to Luon Cave. This is considered as one of the most ideal places in Halong for kayaking or rowing boat. After that, you will visit Titov Island, where you can go swimming or hike to the top for stunning, panoramic view of the Bay.

17:00 Come back the cruise for relaxing.

19:00 Enjoy our special dinner in the restaurant

Evening Activities:

After dinner, it’s your choice for a fun squid fishing, spa, karaoke or relaxing. Overnight in 4* La Regina Royal Cruise Halong bay

Inclusions : AC car transfer with driver Hanoi- Halong bay, tourguide of English speaking on cruise, sight-seeing entrance fees, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D- dinner), kayak/ rowing boat ride in Luon cave,  double/twin-shared cabin on 4* La Regina Royal Cruise or Similar

Day 3: La Lagina Royal Cruise Halong bay to visit Sung Sot Cave – Hanoi Airport & flight to Da Nang. Overnight in 3* Sunny Ocean Hotel (B, L)

Morning Activities:

06:30 Early morning sun risers can enjoy fantastic view on sundeck.

06:30 Light breakfast is served at the restaurant.

07:30 After the breakfast, Your next excursion is a visit to the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you can take in the panoramic views across Halong Bay.

09:00 Check out of the cabin. Vietnamese cuisine buffet is served at the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor.

11:00 Disembark at the harbor.

Afternoon Activities:

The driver welcomes you at Bai Chay harbor and transfers you back Hanoi city, then proceed to Hanoi airport for your Vietnam Airlines flight to Da Nang city

Arrival in Da Nang International Airport : Our driver will be waiting with a sign bearing your name at the arrival terminal. He will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel.

Check-in at the hotel & enjoy the rest of your day at your leisure.

Inclusions : AC car transfer with driver Halong – Hanoi & airport transfers, tourguide of English speaking on cruise, sight-seeing entrance fees, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch), double/twin-shared room 3* Sunny Ocean Hotel or Similar

Day 4: Day trip to visit Cam Thanh coconut village & Hoi An ancient town.Overnight in 3* Sunny Ocean Hotel Da Nang (B, D)

Today, you’ll have the morning free to relax, with an exciting afternoon ahead for a basket boat ride through the forest jungle and an evening exploration of Hoi An Ancient Town.

At around 3 P.M., our guide and driver will meet your family in the hotel lobby and take you to Cam Thanh Coconut Village, a unique eco-region featuring a beautiful mangrove forest. This area is home to a variety of wildlife, including crabs, shrimp, fish, and even soft-bodied creatures.

Here, you’ll experience a basket boat ride through the coconut forest, getting a glimpse into the daily lives of Vietnamese fishermen, their families, and their communities. You’ll feel the thrill of floating on the water and can even participate in a fun-filled basket boat race, complete with lively music and cheering.

During the boat ride, you’ll also have the chance to watch local fishermen perform round net or cast net techniques. If you’re interested in rowing the boat yourself, the boat rowers will teach you how to paddle the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat.

Afterward, your guide and driver will take you to Hoi An Ancient Town, a city that was a thriving seaport from the 16th to 18th centuries and is now a must-see destination in Southeast Asia. As you stroll through the town, you’ll visit several key sites, including Hoi An Museum, the town’s famous Ancient Houses with their remarkable architecture, Chinese-influenced Assembly Halls, the Art Craft Manufacturing Workshop, and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge. These landmarks represent the diverse architectural styles of Hoi An, reflecting the cultural influences of France, Japan, China, and Vietnam. Despite enduring centuries of weathering, Hoi An has preserved its ancient and serene beauty.

   

Dinner will be served with Vietnamese dishes in a local restaurant

You’ll have some free time to shop and explore Hoi An Ancient Town at night before being transferred back to your hotel in Da Nang for a relaxing evening.

Inclusions : AC car transportation with driver, local tourguide of English speaking in Da Nang, meals (B-breakfast, D-dinner), entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, bastket boat ride in Cam Thanh village, twin/double-shared room in 3* Sunny Ocean Hotel Da Nang or similar

Day 5: Da Nang day trip to visit Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge. Overnight in 3* Sunny Ocean Hotel (B,L)

07:30-08:00 Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel ( please, be ready at that time frame), depart for Ba Na Hills through one of the most beautiful seaside streets of Central Vietnam.
09:00 Arrive in Ba Na, you will have a chance to experience the cable system up to the top of the hill and enjoy the beautiful sight of Mo stream, Toc Tien waterfall.

Sightseeing on Ba Na Hill to:

• Hand of the gods hold Vietnam’s Golden Bridge.
• L’Jardin Zone with French Architecture Building: Tinh Tâm Garden, French Stable, one hundred year-old pomelo tree, Old Villas.
• Linh Ung Pagoda, 27 meters Buddha Statue, Loc Uyen Garden.

11:30 From Debay station, you will get on the second cable system to move to Nui Chua Peak – the rooftop of Da nang City. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue the tour with Fantasy Park – one of the most modern indoor game centers of the Asia.
Visit Linh Chua Linh Tu temple, enjoy a panoramic view of the whole Da Nang city and Da Nang bay through the mist in a romantic afternoon on Ba Na peak.

16:30 – 17:00 Go down by the cable system. Get on coach and return the city center.
18:00 – 18:30 Drop off at your hotel.
Overnight in the hotel

Inclusions : AC car transfer for the day tour, tourguide of English speaking in Da Nang, entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch), returned cable car tickets for Ba Na hills, twin/double rooms in 4* Sunny Ocean Hotel or similar

Day 6: Da Nang morning flight to Ho Chi Minh & Cu Chi tunnel tour. Overnight in 3* Silverland Sil hotel (B, L)

Approximately three hours before your flight, the driver will pick up your group from the hotel and transfer you to Da Nang airport for your morning flight from Da Nang City to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh City airport, our guide and driver will warmly welcome your group, holding a sign with your name: …………..… They will pick you up at the airport and take you on a journey to visit Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network built by Vietnamese fighters during the struggle for independence. This underground city, which took about 25 years to construct, features living quarters, kitchens, hospitals, weapon factories, storage facilities, and a command center. The tunnel system provided the Viet Cong with a strategic advantage, allowing them to move undetected by American forces, and served as a home for approximately 10,000 people who lived underground for several years.

Before entering the tunnels, you’ll watch a brief introductory video detailing how they were constructed. You’ll then spend the next hour exploring this intricate maze. Additionally, you’ll see various mantraps, the remains of an American tank, and numerous bomb craters created by 500-pound bombs dropped by B-52 bombers.

After the tour, we’ll return to Ho Chi Minh City, where you’ll check into the hotel and have the remainder of the day free for relaxation.

Inclusions : AC car transportation with driver for airport transfers & day tour, local tourguide of English speaking in HCM city, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch), entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, twin/double-shared room in 3* Silverland Sil Hotel HCMC or similar

Day 7: HCMC day trip to visit Mekong Delta. Overnight in 3* Silverland Sil Hotel (B, L)

7:30-7:45: Our tour guide and car will pick up your family, then we’ll depart for My Tho, a town situated on the left bank of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, we’ll visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, which dates back to the late 19th century. Afterward, we’ll board a sampan and cruise down the river, passing by the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.

We’ll stop at Unicorn Island, where you can stroll along the country lanes, explore orchards, and savor tropical fruits while enjoying traditional folk music performed by locals. You’ll also have the chance to visit a fruit plantation.

Boat ride in Mekong delta

Next, we’ll ride a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal, soaking in the serene countryside scenery. We’ll visit a local family business, tour a honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea, and explore a coconut candy workshop.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to cycle around Tan Thach village, where you can meet local villagers and experience the daily life of the Mekong Delta. For those who prefer not to cycle, you can relax in a hammock and enjoy the cool breeze.

17:30: We’ll return to Ho Chi Minh City and drop you off at your hotel.

Inclusions : AC car transportation with driver, local tourguide of English speaking in HCM city, meals (B-breakfast, L-lunch), entrance sightseeing fees of mentioned visiting places, boat ride in Mekong Delta, twin/double-shared room in 3* Silverland Sil Hotel HCMC or similar 

Day 8: Half- Day HCM City Tour & Departure (B)