Private Multi-Day Adventure Tour in Vietnam - 12 Days

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Ho Chi Minh Arrival
1 stop
1
Ho Chi Minh City
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, after clearing all customs procedures, please proceed to the exit gate and meet our guide, who will be waiting in the lobby, holding the signboard with your name on it. If you cannot locate your guide, please call the emergency numbers provided in the confirmation voucher for assistance. The guide and driver will come to meet you up and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Explore The Lush Countryside Of The Mekong Delta (B/L)
3 stops
2
Ho Chi Minh City
Have breakfast at the hotel, and depart for about a 1.5-hour drive to Ben Tre, exchanging city scenes for lush rice paddies and fruit farms.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Ben Tre
Upon arrival at the pier, embark on a fascinating motorboat excursion along the Mekong Delta's rivers and canals past stilt houses, fish farms, and scenes of countryside living. Have a stop at Turtle Island, where you will taste freshly picked fruit and coconut milk while interacting with a local farming family. Then visit the family-run coconut candy workshop that utilizes Ben Tre’s famous coconuts. Then explore more of the Delta’s canals by a rowing sampan and enjoy local hospitality as you sip a cup of honey tea while taking in a traditional folk song performance.
3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
My Tho
A local lunch will be served in My Tho town before taking a 2-hour drive back to your hotel.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Ho Chi Minh - Flying to Hue (B)
1 stop
5
Hue
Relish the remaining moment in Ho Chi Minh before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Hue. When you arrive at Hue Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation. Overnight in Hue
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Hue Sightseeing On Cyclo - Transfer To Hoi An (B)
2 stops
6
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Explore the royal city of Hue, home to Nguyen Lords in the past. Witness its charm with ancient tombs, pagodas, and the Citadel. Ride a cyclo to the UNESCO-inscribed Imperial Citadel, a well-preserved World Heritage site. Admire the architecture, gardens, and learn about the royal court. Next, visit Thien Mu Pagoda, a stunning seven-storied tower overlooking the Perfume River.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Hoi An
Later, embark on a scenic three-hour trip from Hue to Hoi An via Hai Van Pass and Lang Co Beach, known for their breathtaking views. Arrive in Hoi An, check-in at your hotel, and relax. Overnight in Hoi An.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Hoi An Walking Tour And Making Lantern (B)
1 stop
8
Hoi An Ancient Town
Spend your morning exploring the charming old area of Hoi An, a World Heritage ancient town. This pedestrian-only zone boasts well-preserved architecture, fascinating sights, and delectable local cuisine. Join a guided walking tour through narrow lanes to admire the enchanting old merchant houses blending Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese influences. Don't miss the iconic 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation with its intricate woodcarvings, and the vibrant local market offering specialties, silk, and clothes. Afterward, indulge in candies and green tea with friendly locals before visiting a talented local family known for crafting beautiful lanterns, a symbol of Hoi An. You'll have the opportunity to explore their workshop and learn the art of making colorful lanterns. Overnight in Hoi An.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Hoi An - Learning Crafts In Driftwood Village (B)
1 stop
9
Spend time in a beautiful village surrounded by rice paddies and learn about captivating carpentry art. Visit the Driftwood Village, where local artisans create stunning art from driftwood collected from nearby beaches. Discover local carpentry traditions and hear the village's story while admiring the extensive collection of artwork in the studio. Learn from skilled artisans about the meaningful messages embedded in each intricate detail and try your hand at crafting with their guidance. Paint your creations to complete your masterpiece. Later, explore the shop for sustainable handmade souvenirs before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Hoi An – Danang – Flight To Hanoi (B)
1 stop
10
Hanoi
Relish the remaining moment in Hoi An before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Hanoi. When you arrive in Hanoi, we will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in Hanoi.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Bavi Eco Tour (B/L)
1 stop
11
Escape the noise of Hanoi and experience the authentic lifestyle of Muong Ethnic villages in Ba Vi. This immersive tour supports the local community. Meet your guide at the hotel lobby and depart for Ba Vi. Enjoy a drink in Moc village and embark on a scenic cycling trip through rice paddies and charming villages. Visit the local market to interact with locals and witness their unique way of selling products. Learn to cook local meals at Mrs. Chin's house, using fresh ingredients from the market and Mrs. Chinh's garden. Enjoy the delicious meals you made for lunch. After lunch, bid farewell to the host family and head to Ri Village's tea plantation. Join in the tea leaf harvesting and observe the tea drying and processing, guided by the plantation owners. Spend time at Mr. Duoc's house, the owner of the tea farm, before returning to Hanoi city center. Overnight in Hanoi.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Hanoi – Explore The Wonders Of Ninh Binh (B/L)
4 stops
12
Trang An Landscape Complex
Have breakfast at the hotel, and depart Hanoi for a 2-hour drive to the Trang An Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh Province. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, Trang An is known for its spectacular landscape of limestone karst peaks whose sheer vertical walls rise abruptly 200m (656ft) above the surrounding land and water. Dense rainforest clings to the cliffs and peaks and blends naturally with rice paddy fields and rivers, creating a picturesque patchwork of color.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
13
Hoa Lu Temple
Within the complex, visit Hoa Lu, which used to be the first capital of Vietnam's centralized feudal state in the 10th century. While the ancient citadel has mostly disappeared, the temples of the Dinh and Le dynasties still stand surrounded by rice paddies.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
14
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, and in the afternoon head to Tam Coc, also known as “Halong Bay on Land”. Upon arrival at Tam Coc, take a 2-hour boat journey on the winding river and canals. Enjoy the views of the beautiful karst formations as you enter the natural caves formed under the hills.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
15
Mua Caves
After the boat trip, climb to Mua Mountain, which has a shape of a bell with a base sized around 800 square meters. On the left and right sides of the staircase, there are beautiful carvings of the dragon or phoenix. The way leading to the cave formed by a long stone staircase zigzags through the karst, there are nearly 500 steps to a simple altar to Quan Am (the Goddess of Mercy). Later you will be transferred to your hotel in Ninh Binh. Overnight in Ninh Binh
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay (B/L/D) – Shared Cruise
2 stops
16
Ninh Binh
Explore Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning limestone karsts and emerald waters. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a scenic route through the Red River Delta, passing vibrant green rice paddies as far as the eye can see.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
17
Hạ Long Bay
Arrive at the pier and board the cruise to marvel at the limestone rocks and karst grottoes. Indulge in a delicious seafood lunch and relax on the sundeck, taking in the beauty of the bay. Stop at a hidden location for kayaking or swimming, getting up close to the karst grottoes. Return to the boat for an early dinner and leisure time. Optional onboard activities are available for your enjoyment. Overnight on the cruise. Note: In case of unfavorable weather conditions, the Ha Long Bay tour may be canceled without notice. We will provide alternative tours or a refund based on the circumstances.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Ha Long Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)
2 stops
18
Hạ Long Bay
Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awaken your mind and muscles. Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites. After your exploration return to the boat to check out and enjoy the brunch while the cruise is sailing back to the harbor.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
19
Hanoi
Later you will be transferred to your accommodation in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Hanoi Departure (B)
1 stop
20
Hanoi
Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home. Trip Ends.
12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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