Vietnam Adventure – 27 November 2025 (7 Days)

Day 1: Arrival & Hanoi Exploration

Morning: Arrive at Nội Bài International Airport and transfer to your boutique hotel in the Old Quarter. Take a brief rest before a gentle stroll along Hoàn Kiếm Lake to soak in the city’s atmosphere.

Afternoon: Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Quarter, sampling street‑food delights like bánh mi and egg coffee. Visit the historic St. Joseph’s Cathedral and the bustling Dong Xuan Market.

Evening: Savor a welcome dinner featuring northern Vietnamese cuisine at a rooftop restaurant with views of Ta Hien Lake. Optional: attend a traditional water‑puppet show at the Thăng Long Theatre.

Day 2: Hanoi Culture & History

Morning: Explore the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex, including the Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university.

Afternoon: Tour the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to discover the country’s diverse ethnic groups. Afterwards, relax in the tranquil West Lake area, stopping at the historic Tran Quoc Pagoda.

Evening: Dine on a river cruise along the Red River, enjoying live music and night views of the illuminated Hanoi Opera House.

Day 3: Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

Morning: Depart early for the UNESCO‑listed Halong Bay (≈4 hrs by road). Board a comfortable cruiser and set sail among the iconic limestone karsts.

Afternoon: Explore Ti Tuc Cave and enjoy a kayaking session near Vung Viem Island. A fresh seafood lunch is served on deck.

Evening: Participate in a cooking class aboard the boat, learning to make classic dishes such as spring rolls. End the night with a starlit deck dinner and optional squid fishing.

Day 4: Fly to Hue & Imperial City

Morning: Disembark after sunrise and transfer back to Hanoi for a short flight to Hue. Check‑in at a riverside hotel overlooking the Perfume River.

Afternoon: Visit the Imperial City (Citadel), exploring the Forbidden Purple City and the Thai Hoa Palace. Continue to the serene Thien Mu Pagoda perched on a hill.

Evening: Dine on royal Hue cuisine at a historic restaurant, sampling dishes such as bánh bò and chè Huế.

Day 5: Hue Countryside & DMZ

Morning: Take a scenic drive to the Phong Nha‑Ke Bang National Park for a short trek to the impressive Paradise Cave.

Afternoon: Return to Hue and cross the former DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), visiting the historic Vinh Moc Tunnel and the poignant Khe Sanh Memorial.

Evening: Relax with a leisurely walk along the Perfume River promenade, stopping for coffee at a riverside café.

Day 6: Hoi An – Ancient Town & Beach

Morning: Transfer to the lantern‑lit town of Hoi An. Begin with a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, highlighting the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese.

Afternoon: Enjoy free time to shop for tailor‑made clothing or take a bicycle ride to the nearby Cua Da Beach for a relaxing seaside break.

Evening: Experience Hoi An’s magical night scene as the lanterns light up the streets; dine on riverfront specialties such as cao lầu noodles.

Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City & Departure

Morning: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and check into a central hotel. Start with a visit to the War Remnants Museum for insight into recent history.

Afternoon: Tour the bustling Ben Thanh Market and the historic Notre‑Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. Grab a quick lunch of bánh xèo and fresh spring rolls.

Evening: Conclude the trip with a farewell dinner on a rooftop bar overlooking the Saigon River, then transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Hoàn Kiếm Lake – 1 hr – $0 (public area)
• Old Quarter Walking Tour – 3 hrs – $30 (guide)
• St. Joseph’s Cathedral – 30 min – $0
• Dong Xuan Market – 1 hr – $0
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex – 2 hrs – $5 entry
• Temple of Literature – 1 hr – $3 entry
• Vietnam Museum of Ethnology – 2 hrs – $4 entry
• West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda – 2 hrs – $0
• Halong Bay Cruise (2‑night) – 48 hrs – $180 (incl. meals)
• Ti Tuc Cave & Kayaking – 3 hrs – $20
• Imperial City (Hue) – 3 hrs – $7 entry
• Thien Mu Pagoda – 1 hr – $0
• Paradise Cave (Phong Nha) – 2 hrs – $10 entry
• Vinh Moc Tunnel (DMZ) – 2 hrs – $5 entry
• Khe Sanh Memorial – 1 hr – $0
• Hoi An Old Town Tour – 3 hrs – $25 (guide)
• Cua Da Beach – 2 hrs – $0
• War Remnants Museum (Saigon) – 2 hrs – $2 entry
• Ben Thanh Market & Notre‑Dame Cathedral – 2 hrs – $0
• Rooftop Farewell Dinner – 2 hrs – $45
• Accommodation (7 nights) – – $560 (mid‑range hotels)
• Domestic Flights (Hanoi‑Hue, Hue‑Saigon) – – $120
• Ground Transfers & Transport – – $80
• Meals (excluding listed dinners) – – $210
• Total Estimated Cost – – $1,306

Tips

If you need more time, add an extra day in Hoi An to explore the nearby My Son ruins or take a cooking class. To shorten the trip, you can combine Day 5 and Day 6 by flying directly from Hue to Ho Chi Minh City, skipping the DMZ visit, and using a day‑trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels instead.