Exquisite 17-Day Vietnam Journey & Beach Escape

Our driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel (withour guide). Check-in and relax for the rest of the day. Free time in Hanoi.

Here are some recommendations for places to visit in your free time:

• Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple: A peaceful spot in the heart of the city, ideal for a relaxing walk and some beautiful photos.
• Old Quarter: Explore the bustling streets, shop for local goods, and try delicious street food.
• Hanoi Train Street Coffee: The special thing about Train Street is that the street functions (almost) like any other street in the old town. With small shops, coffee shops, and everyday life

Overnight in Hanoi

06:15 – 06:45: Pick up in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Sapa by a comfortable sleeper bus.

13:00: Arrive in Sapa, meet your local guide, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

14:30: Begin a short trek to Cat Cat Village, visiting:

• Cat Cat Waterfall – a beautiful natural spot.
• French-built hydroelectric station.
• Black H’Mong ethnic village, learning about their daily life and traditional crafts.
• Enjoy a cultural performance (if available).

17:00: Return to Sapa town, check in to your hotel, and relax.

18:30: Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant.

Evening: Free time to explore Sapa Stone Church, Sapa Night Market, or enjoy local coffee and specialties. (No guide or transportation provided in the evening.)

Overnight in Sapa

07:00: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out

08:00: Start trekking 9km (~3.5 hours) through:

• Y Linh Ho Village – a remote area with breathtaking views.
• Lao Chai Village – home to the Black H’Mong people, famous for its rice terraces.
• Ta Van Village – where the Dzay ethnic group resides.
• Walk along Muong Hoa Stream and experience stunning natural landscapes.

12:00: Enjoy lunch in Ta Van Village at a local family house or restaurant.

13:00: Take a car back to Sapa town.

Afternoon & Evening: Free time to explore Sapa town at your own pace, visit local markets, or relax at a café.

19:00: Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant.

Overnight in Sapa

07:00: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out, and leave your luggage at the reception.

08:30: Meet your driver and guide for the transfer to Fansipan Cable Car Station.

09:00 – 11:30: Embark on your journey to Fansipan Peak:

• Take the modern cable car to 2,800m, admiring breathtaking views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range.
• Visit Kim Son Bao Thang Pagoda and explore the spiritual complex.
• Hike 600 stone steps or take the mountain train (optional, ticket not included) to reach the 3,143m summit.
• Capture unforgettable moments at the highest point in Indochina.

12:00: Return to Sapa town and have lunch at a local restaurant.

14:30: Free time to explore Sapa town, visit local markets, or relax at a café.

15:00: Board the sleeper bus back to Hanoi.

21:30: Arrive in Hanoi

Overnight in Hanoi

Morning

After breakfast, leave Hanoi for a scenic journey to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive around midday, complete your check-in procedures, and board your cruise, where the crew will warmly welcome you on arrival. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch while cruising through the bay’s breathtaking limestone karsts.

Afternoon

Take some time to relax before participating in optional afternoon activities such as exploring caves, kayaking, or swimming in the emerald waters. Later, return to the cruise to unwind and enjoy dinner on board.

Evening

In the evening, you may try squid fishing, enjoy onboard games or movies, or simply relax beneath the stars.

NOTE: Activities may vary depending on your chosen cruise itinerary.

Overnight on the cruise Ha Long Bay

Morning

Begin your day with an optional Tai Chi session or simply take in the sunrise over Ha Long Bay. After a light breakfast, continue your journey with a visit to a nearby cave and enjoy kayaking in the tranquil waters. Return to the cruise to check out, then savor a final brunch on board as the vessel sails back to the harbor.

Afternoon

Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue. Upon arrival, meet your driver and proceed to your hotel. Check in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing at your hotel.

Overnight in Hue

08:00 – 08:30: Pick up at your hotel in Hue city center and get on the dragon boat to visit Thien Mu Pagoda.

09:15: Visit Imperial Citadel

11:30: Continue to see Dong Ba Market

12:15: Have Lunch at a local restaurant

13:30: After lunch, continue to visit Minh Mang Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb

16:00: Visit and take photos at Conical hat and incense-making village

16:45: Arrive at Hue city center and drop off at hotel

Overnight in Hue

After breakfast, leave Hue and enjoy a comfortable drive to Hoi An, passing through beautiful coastal scenery along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and take some time to rest after the journey. The remainder of the day is free at leisure for you to explore the town or simply relax at your own pace.

Overnight in Hoian

The tour starts at your hotel. Our tour guide will welcome you and provide a bicycle for the trip. You will cycle through rice fields and shrimp farms, enjoying the fresh countryside air.

First, we visit Tra Que Vegetable Village, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful rural life. Take a walk around the village and join local farmers in simple activities such as digging, sowing, planting, and harvesting vegetables using traditional tools. You will also taste E Water, a local specialty made from Tra Que herbs, with a light medicinal flavor. This is a fun way to experience life as a real farmer.

Next, continue cycling gently through rice fields and small villages to visit a lantern-making workshop.

Meet local craftsmen who will show you how to make colorful lanterns. With their guidance, you can create your own lantern to take home as a souvenir for your family.

After the activity, the tour guide will take you back to your hotel.

Overnight in Hoian

Enjoy a relaxed day in Hoi An at your own pace stroll through the charming Old Town, unwind at a cozy café, or head out to the beach to soak up the sun. If you wish to enhance your experience, optional tours are also available to help you make the most of your day (additional cost applies).

Overnight in Hoian

Transfer from Da Nang to the airport for your flight to Phu Quoc Island. Upon arrival, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, relaxing or exploring at your own pace.

Overnight in Phu Quoc

Enjoy a full day at leisure on Phu Quoc Island, where you can unwind on pristine beaches, swim in clear turquoise waters, or simply explore the island at your own pace.

For those seeking a bit more adventure, a range of optional excursions is available, including island-hopping trips, snorkeling experiences, and cultural activities that showcase the local way of life.

Overnight in Phu Quoc

Transfer to Phu Quoc Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free at your leisure to relax or explore the city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

7:30 – 8:00: Pick-up time. Depart for Mekong.

10:00: Arrive at My Tho Port. Take a cruise to the Unicorn Island (Con Lan). Visit the orchard garden and bee farm to enjoy honey tea.

10:30: Head to Coconut Candy Workshop, try special candy and coconut wine. Go to the tropical fruit garden to enjoy some fruits and listen to Southern Vietnamese folk music. Take a rowboat trip on the small canal. Board a motorized rickshaw (xe lam).

Have lunch and relax at a local restaurant.

14:00: Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda

17:00: Back to Ho Chi Minh City. End of the tour.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Enjoy your last moments in Ho Chi Minh City before your scheduled transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Wishing you a safe journey home, and we hope you take with you wonderful memories of your time in Vietnam.