Explore All of Vietnam: From Fansipan Peaks to Mekong Delta (10 Days)

Hanoi arrival – Car to hotel

7h45 – 8h15 Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at the hotel in Hanoi old quarter area.

8h30 Visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, originally constructed in the 6th century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De under Ly Dynasties

9h15 Arrive Ho Chi Minh complex, The President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a mausoleum which serves as the resting place of Vietnamese revolutionary leader and President Ho Chi Minh. You have chance to see the Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the Asia’s most unique piece of architecture.

11h00 Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which focuses on the 54 officially recognized ethnic group in Vietnam.

Note: The Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on every Monday.

12:30 – 12:45 Have lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at our Luxury restaurant name “Mesdames Linh”.

13:45 – 14:00 The next destination to explore Hanoi City today is Temple of Literature – the Vietnam’s first national university, the temple was founded and first built in 1.070 at the time of Emperor Ly Thanh Tong.

15:00 We continue to visit Hoa Lo Prison – was built in Hanoi by French in dates ranging from 1886 to 1889 to 1898 to 1901, when Vietnam was still part of French Indochina. The French called the prison “Maison Centrale” which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for United States prisoners of war during the Vietnam War from 1964 to 1973.

16:00 – 16:30 Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

(ITINERARY OF THE CRUISE IS ONLY FOR REFERENCES, EACH CRUISE WILL HAVE SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT ITINERARY)

Begin your cruise experience with a transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by the friendly crew before boarding a tender boat to reach your elegant vessel. As the journey begins, relax with a refreshing welcome drink and a delicious lunch featuring local specialties while sailing through the stunning seascape of Ha Long Bay, known for its emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands. In the afternoon, explore a peaceful area of the bay, perfect for kayaking or swimming in the calm, clear waters. Back on board, enjoy leisure time in the Jacuzzi pool, take part in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration, or simply unwind on the sundeck while watching the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. During the evening, savor a beautifully prepared dinner in an intimate setting, followed by time to relax at the sky bar, indulge in spa services, or join a fun round of squid fishing on deck. This cruise offers the perfect blend of comfort, cultural experience, and natural beauty in one of Vietnam’s most captivating destinations. 

Overnight on Cruise.

Start your morning on Ha Long Bay with a peaceful Tai Chi session on the sundeck, energizing your body and mind as the sun rises over the horizon. Enjoy a light breakfast while the cruise slowly returns to cruise pier,  offering final glimpses of the bay’s stunning limestone formations.After your kayak exploration, return to the cruise for cabin check-out and a relaxing lunch onboard. By late morning, disembark at Tuan Chau Marina and conclude your cruise experience. 

Transfer back to Hanoi by your Private car and free at leisure for your own discovery in Hanoi.
Overnight bus to Sapa. You can take rest or take shower at Lily’s Travel while waiting for the cabin bus to Sapa. Have overnight cabin bus to Sapa at 10PM.

If you go to Sapa by overnight sleeping bus or cabin bus, you will arrive in Sapa town at 4AM. You can rest in the office until the tour guide picks you up at ~6AM. Our guide takes you to have breakfast.

08:30 Start the day with a private car and a private guide to visit Cat Cat village, the home of the Black Hmong people.  

You will have a journey through a beautiful landscape surrounded by rice paddy terraces and mountains covered by rainforests under the protection of Hoang Lien National Park. Also, you will hear about the lifestyle and traditions of Back Hmong and Giay minorities..

Following a road going downhill to Cat Cat village, you will stop by a waterfall and a hydroelectric station for a while before continuing the trek on a dirt trail through rice paddy terraces. You will also enjoy spectacular scenery while walking along a narrow river.

It also offers some stunning views of a picturesque waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was built in the early 20th century.

After that, guide takes you for lunch at local restaurant.

Continue to Moana Café near Sapa town, a cozy cafe known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lush landscapes. With a relaxed atmosphere, Moana Café is a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of Sapa. You can also take time to take photos of the statute and the view to post on social media.

Return to your hotel. 

8:30-9:00 Our local guide will pick you up for breakfast and ride you to the Fansipan cable car station.

You can reach Fansipan peak by cable car in two ways. The cable car journey takes 15 minutes in three climbs, which took two to four days as before. The journey is not too long, but it is enough for visitors to admire the beautiful natural landscape at an altitude of thousands of meters. It is the primitive forest Hoang Lien Son, poetic Muong Hoa, the magnificent Hoang Lien Son mountain range, etc.

The higher you go, the more clouds you see. The temperature will also decrease, and the wind can make your cable swing a little. Please don’t be afraid. It is just a little challenge for your courage!

After arriving at the station, visitors will take about 20–30 minutes to climb 600 more ladders to reach the top of Fansipan Peak and touch the landmark on the roof of Indochina. Besides the Fansipan peak, you can also visit the beautiful Fansipan Legend with Bamboo Garden, Bao An Thien Tu, Bich Van Thien, restaurants, shopping centers, etc.

After that, guide takes you for lunch at local restaurant.

Enjoy the scenic drive as you ascend one of the highest mountain passes in Vietnam. The O Quy Ho Pass offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and lush valleys.

Heaven Gate is one of the most well-known attractions in Sapa. Once visiting this breathtaking sight, travelers had a great chance to experience themselves that Sapa is not only famous for the bewitching beauty of rice terraced fields or colorful ethnic minority groups but also a plenty of other alluring scenic spots.

Return to your hotel. Transfer to Hanoi.

07:30–8:00 | Get picked up by our friendly guide in your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in Lily’s office in Hoan Kiem district, then depart for Ninh Binh province

09:15 | Have a short break for 15–20 minutes to relax

10:30 | Visit Hoa Lu, ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

11:45 Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, etc. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch

13:00 Visit Trang An, which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system, so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the 2016 New Version of Kong, “Skull Island”. With 2 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.

14:30 Continue the tour for 45 mins – cycling around the village to discover the lives of the local people.

15:45 Get back to the transportation, then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). If you walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

17:00 Get on the transportation to return to Hanoi. Overnight bus to Da Nang

12:00–12:15 The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (Da Nang area).

Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle. As a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will learn traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities that are fun, safe, interesting and suitable for everybody.

About 14:30 Visit the next destination, Hoi An Old Town.

Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees make offerings.

You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses, such as Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House, that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. You will especially enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.

Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.

Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.

Dinner with Hoi A specialty food.

18:00 Enjoy your time with the boat ride on the Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best luck for you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.

18:30 Return to your hotel.

07:00 – 08:00 Pick up at HOTEL. Depart to Ba Na Hills. 

09:00 Arrive at the cable car station Suoi Mo, up the cable car route that achieves 4 world records.

09:30 Freedom check-in the 150-meter long “Golden Bridge” supported by the huge hands. Visit the Le Jardin, Debay Wine Cellar of French. Visit the Linh Ung pagoda, admire the 27m high Buddha statue, Loc Uyen Garden, Quan Am Cac. Continue to Gare Debay use the second cable car route to go to the top of Ba Na. 

The tour guide will take guests to visit Fantasy Park, join in adventurous, fun, and modern games such as Love Swing, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Bumper Car, Ghost House…

11:30 Have lunch buffet at Restaurant

12:30 Freedom to rest. Conquer the Peak of Chua mountain at the height of 1,487m – Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple. Enjoy the panorama view of the Da Nang City and Da Nang Bay

14:30 Return to cable car station and back to Da Nang

15:00 Shopping Local Specialities. Send – off at HOTEL. 

Fly to Ho Chi Minh – Airport transfer 2 ways. 

7:30 Our guide picks you up at your hotel to go to Cu Chi Tunnel for one and a half hours by minivan.

The peacefully rural rice paddy scenery contains ducks and water buffalo swimming in the rivers along the side of the road. You will find it hard to imagine the destruction, damage, and defoliation all over the region, caused by bombing and mnes, when Cu Chi was “A Free Target Zone “. In the remembrances, you will see that Cu Chi still has her evidence to prove the battle that took place there. Ever wonder what it feels like to live in the Cu Chi Tunnels? You have a chance to find out!

Shooting bullets is an additional cost.

Afternoon: We will depart from Cu Chi to Ho Chi Minh City for two hours. On the way to My Tho, we stop at a restaurant to have lunch.

Upon arrival at My Tho City, the boat takes you to a small canal, which is the place where you totally escape from the busy town. The boat cruise in the coconut trees canal takes you to a coconut island in Ben Tre. We disembark and take a walk around the village. Stop at a local family to enjoy tropical fruit, taste honey tea and honey wine, and listen to Vietnamese traditional music performed by the villagers.

Continue walking on the village’s road to the coconut candy shop, learn how to make candy, and see some handicrafts made by coconut trees. Take a walk through a village with two sides. There are so many kinds of fruits, flowers, trees, local houses, and children in the Mekong Delta. Take your time to take nice Suchin Traphotos and enjoy the scenery.

17:00–17:30 Going back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Airport transfer by car (no guide) – Fly back home