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10 Day itinerary in Vietnam, Asia

Surprising Vietnam In 10 Days

Surprising Vietnam In 10 Days tour is a perfect snapshot of a captivating country, you will travel overland through the verdant south of Vietnam – from the riverside life of the Mekong Delta River. Head to the star of central Vietnam - to explore the charming Hue and Hoi An. Visit the unique beauti... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Ho Chi Minh City

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Rural home stays

Indigenous culture

Culture & History

Meet local people

Visit markets

Purposeful Travel

Nature & Wildlife

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Board the hand-rowed sampan and enjoy the natural beauty of the Mekong Delta

2

Cherish your time in the town of lanterns Hoi An

3

Take a drive along the scenic Hai Van Pass

4

Cruise to the new 7 Wonders of the world - Halong Bay

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Welcome To Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Ho Chi Minh. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 2

place Explore The Mighty Mekong River (B/L) - group tour

Kick start your day with a hearty breakfast, and a trip to Mekong Delta follows. The guide will meet you at the hotel lobby around 7:15-7:30 am, and you will head to My Tho, which lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, board the sampan and cruise down the river around the four beautiful islands, known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands. Stop at Unicorn Island, walk around the country lanes and see the orchards. Visit fruit plantations and enjoy tropical fruits and folk song music performed by the local people. Then take a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and immerse yourself in the beauty of the countryside. Visit family workshops and honey-bee farm, and taste some honey tea and coconut candies. Refuel yourself with a traditional Vietnamese lunch, and later cycle around the Tan Thach village, and meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. If you are not keen on a cycling trip, enjoy a cool breeze and a relaxing time in a hammock. Afterwards, you will get back to your accommodation. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

place Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Hoi An (B)

Relish the remaining moment in Ho Chi Minh before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Da Nang. When you arrive at Da Nang Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in Hoi An. The rest of the time is free at leisure. Overnight in Hoi An.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

place Riding A Basket Boat In Hoi An (B/L)

Today your English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am and take you for a cycle trip to the countryside and rivers around Hoi An. As you meander through the countryside, you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way and enjoy the beautiful views of the neighborhood. After that, you will board a boat for a river cruise to meet and engage with local fishermen. Enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing. Later, you will take a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise. After the boat trip, have delicious lunch and cycle back to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

place Hoi An Leisure (B)

Have a free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace. The best way to explore this charming town is to rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle around the town towards the riverside or the beach. At the beach, you will find many small cafes where you could relax with a fresh fruit drink after swimming. The water in the sea is warm and calm. You could visit a tailor-shop which could make you and your loved ones a new piece of clothes, bag or shoes overnight. In the evening we recommend you to walk around the Old Town area, which looks charming when the shops light their lanterns. You and would really feel like being in a fairy-tale. And don’t skip the colourful performances organized on the street in the evening. Overnight in Hoi An.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

place Hoi An - Travel To Hue By Private Car (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the transfer from Hoi An to Hue by private car. You will drive through one of the most beautiful roads in the world - Hai Van Pass. You will be blown away by the stunning views of the mountains and the sea. Upon arrival in Hue check in the hotel and have free time to explore the surrounding area. Overnight in Hue.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

place Fly From Ancient Capital Hue To The Beating Heart Of Vietnam - Hanoi (B)

Relish the remaining moment in Hue before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Hanoi. When you arrive at Noi Bai Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the Old Quarter. The rest of the time is free at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

place Cruising To The New 7th Wonder Of The World - Halong Bay (B/L/D)

In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival at the pier, you will board the cruise and enjoy the fantastic views of limestone rocks and the karst grottoes. Have an utterly delicious seafood lunch and enjoy the time at the sundeck exploring the Bay. The cruise will stop in a secret place where you will spend time kayaking or swimming, so you can explore the karst grottoes closer. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax. Overnight on cruise. Note: In case of bad weather (the boat is not allowed to push off or not allowed to overnight in the sea), the Ha Long bay tour could be canceled without notice. We will consider other replacement tours or a refund based on the specific circumstances.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9

place Morning In Vietnam's Most Spectacular Bay - Travel Back To Hanoi (B/L)

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 awake 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. Later you will be transferred to your accommodation in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10

place Time To Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home. Trip Ends.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

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  • Breakfast (9)
  • Lunch (4)
  • Dinner (1)

About Hien

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Culture & History

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I was born and grown in Vietnam, and I love my country with all my heart. I always wanted to share the true beauty of my country with others and this is what I do for already 11 years.

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