Experience Vietnam at a relaxed pace, blending cultural discovery with authentic local encounters and time to unwind. Explore Hanoi by jeep, cruise the serene waters of Lan Ha Bay, discover Hoi An’s ancient streets and countryside, gain insight into Vietnam’s wartime history at the Cu Chi Tunnels, and retreat to the sandy shores of Mui Ne.
15-Day Vietnam: Heritage, Coastlines & Local Life
An immersive 15-day journey through Vietnam, combining Hanoi’s heritage, Lan Ha Bay, Hoi An’s timeless charm, vibrant Saigon and the coastal escape of Mui Ne.
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Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Hanoi
Upon arrival in Hanoi, our team will greet you at the aircraft exit, assist you through passport procedures and with your luggage, then transfer you to your hotel for check-in.
Notes: Early check-in included.
Meals Included: None
Accommodation: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel – 1x Premier Deluxe Room, Hanoi
Day 2 – Hanoi
This morning, explore Hanoi by jeep with your guide. Discover the city’s everyday life through its backstreets, narrow alleys, local homes, schools and markets, gaining a glimpse of Hanoi beyond its familiar tourist attractions.
Visit key landmarks including the Hanoi Opera House and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, then travel along Thanh Nien Street between the city’s lakes. Explore Banana Island’s farms and local homes, meet residents and sample homegrown tropical fruits and green tea. Continue through peaceful villages around West Lake and Truc Bach Lake, visit the thousand-year-old Van Nien Pagoda, and pass Hoang Hoa Tham’s bonsai-lined streets and the B-52 aircraft wreckage.
End the day sampling Hanoi’s local specialities at authentic restaurants, eateries and food stalls.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel – 1x Premier Deluxe Room, Hanoi
Day 3 – Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay
Transfer from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Marina and board Heritage Cruises, where you will enjoy a welcome drink, cruise briefing and lunch.
Sail through the limestone landscapes of Lan Ha Bay, then visit Ba Trai Dao or Tra Bau for kayaking, swimming or relaxing amid the bay’s beaches and coves. Back on board, enjoy sunset views, afternoon tea and a Vietnamese cooking class before dinner. Spend the evening on the top deck or try squid fishing.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan – 1x Captain Suite
Day 4 – Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi – Da Nang – Hoi An
Begin the morning with Vovinam on the sundeck and a light breakfast. Explore Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat, then return for brunch as the cruise heads back to Tuan Chau Marina.
After disembarking, transfer to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to Hoi An. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Hoi An – 1x Royal Deluxe Room
Day 5 – Hoi An
Cycle through the countryside to Tra Que Vegetable Village, known for its aromatic herbs. Join local residents in planting and watering vegetables, enjoy a traditional foot massage, and learn to prepare local specialities such as Tam Huu using fresh garden ingredients.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch (cooking class)
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Hoi An – 1x Royal Deluxe Room
Day 6 – Hoi An
Explore Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed Ancient Town, strolling through its well-preserved streets and visiting the Japanese Bridge, Chinese Temple and Tan Ky trading house.
Conclude with a peaceful break at Reaching Out Tea House, where deaf staff provide professional service, before returning to your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Hoi An – 1x Royal Deluxe Room
Day 7 – Hoi An
Enjoy a free day to relax and explore Hoi An at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Hoi An – 1x Royal Deluxe Room
Day 8 – Hoi An – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City
Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint – 1x Premier Room
Day 9 – Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels
Travel by shared speedboat along the Saigon River to the Cu Chi Tunnels, observing riverside life as you leave the city behind. Explore the historic tunnel network, learn about its role in wartime operations, and see remnants of the conflict, including a damaged American tank.
Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. The afternoon is free at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint – 1x Premier Room
Day 10 – Ho Chi Minh City – Mui Ne
Transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Mui Ne, where you will spend the next few days enjoying the seaside and exploring its evocative sand dunes.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Anantara Mui Ne – 1x Deluxe Room
Days 11–13 – Mui Ne
Enjoy free days to relax by the coast and explore Mui Ne at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast daily
Accommodation: Anantara Mui Ne – 1x Deluxe Room
Day 14 – Mui Ne – Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi
Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for your flight to Hanoi. On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Flight Details: 29 March 2026, VN216, Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) – Hanoi (HAN), 16:00–18:05.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Silk Path Boutique Hotel Hanoi – 1x Deluxe Room
Day 15 – Hanoi – Departure
Transfer to Hanoi Airport for your departure flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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