Immerse yourself in the cultural beauty of Vietnam in this 10-day tour. From South to North, from Saigon to Hanoi via Mekong delta to Hoi An, Hue, and Ha Long. Each place has its own unique beauty. Hanoi is a beautiful city where many people have fallen in love. This is a beautiful and peaceful scene. Known for having 36 streets, each of which is like a small town and has its own unique features. When we go to Hanoi, we can’t miss places like the Temple of Literature, the President Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Old Quarter. They are part of Hanoi’s and Vietnam’s history and growth. Let’s come here to see the beauty and try some of the traditional food.
Halong Bay is in the northeast of Vietnam. It is known for its green seas and islands made of limestone. Island names like Stone Dog and Teapot can be seen by tourists. Two words to describe Hue are “tender and poetic.” When you walk around the town of Hoi An, you will feel relaxed and at ease. Ho Chi Minh City is a lively and up-to-date place to go. This is the center of Vietnam’s economy and has a lot to see and do.
Mekong Delta is Vietnam’s largest agricultural region, the nation’s rice basket with colorful floating markets, fruit orchards, rice paddies, bird sanctuaries, and quaint villages.
On arrival, you will be greeted warmly and we will return to the hotel. Start our city tour in HCMC in the afternoon. With a population of 7 million people, Ho Chi Minh City, known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s largest and busiest city. The streets are lined with shops, stalls, and sellers. Ben Thanh Market, the emotional War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace, and Notre Dame Cathedral are all must-sees.
In HCMC for the night.
Ben Thanh Market
The Mekong Delta is Vietnam’s southern region. It is known as Vietnam’s rice bowl because it produces three crops of rice every year. The Mekong Delta is also well-known for its tropical fruits and flowers. The Delta area history the end of the Mekong River’s 4,500-kilometer trek through six countries.
The Delta’s traditional mean of transport is by boat across a large network of canals and channels. Boating around these canals and viewing the floating markets is usually a fascinating and gratifying experience for all visitors.
Floating Market
Leave HCMC towards luxuriant My Tho, where we will take a private boat through the green flora of the canals to an orchard.
Stay in HCMC for the night.
Activities you can choose in the evening in Ho Chi Minh City:
– Have soft drinks at nearby café/ pub/ bar
– Have a night walk in the street area (Bui Vien, De Tham streets)
– Ride a motorbike or scooter tour in the evening
Travel to the airport and get a Vietnam Airlines flight to Danang. When you arrive in Danang, you will be welcomed by our guide, who will take you on a tour of the city, including the Cham Museum.
After departing Danang, we will drive to the Marble Mountains, where we will have the opportunity to climb to the highest and appreciate the temples that offer a commanding view of the surrounding district. We’ll travel another 30 kilometers to the charming village of Hoi An. Check in and enjoy your free time.
Marble Mountains
Overnight in Hoi An.
Hoi An was a successful international commercial port for foreign traders from the 16th to the 18th century. These people came preeminent to deal in high-quality silk, which is still manufactured in the area, as well as ceramics.
Today, Hoi An is a charming riverfront town known for its colorful architecture, tailor shops, and several cafes. Some of the structures in the tiny streets have not changed in almost a century. We take a half-day walking tour through the ancient quarter’s small winding lanes, stopping at Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year-old Tam Ky ancestral residence, and the Japanese Bridge. Hoi An is now one of five UNESCO World Heritage sites in Vietnam.
Chinese Assembly Halls
In the afternoon, you will have your own time to wander in Hoi An, relax at Cua Dai Beach or spend half day on an optional trip to My Son Cham Ruins.
Overnight in Hoi An.
You travel from Hoi An to Hue for two nights. In the afternoon, you take a Dragon Boat for a cruise down the lovely Perfume River. We’re going to the countryside this time. Hue, as the old capital, is surrounded by ancient tombs of past emperors, temples, and pagodas, and a visit to the most exquisite tombs is on the agenda for today.
The lovely Lady Pagoda (Thien Mu Pagoda) will be the day’s first stop. The Perfume River and surrounding surroundings may be seen from here. Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, which is regarded as the symbol of Hue and Buddhism in Vietnam. Continue driving from here to see the beautiful Minh Mang’s tomb and Tu Duc tomb.
Thien Mu Pagoda
Stay in Hue for the night.
Begin your exploration of this magnificent city with a visit to the Citadel, which houses the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City, the Emperor’s private abode. The Imperial City was built in the nineteenth century and styled after Beijing’s Forbidden City.
Inside, there are numerous palaces and temples. We also head to the Imperial Museum, the Tu Hieu Pagoda, and the lively Dong Ba Riverside market. To complete out the day’s activities, you visit one of Hue’s fine restaurants to enjoy some of the local delights; Hue is widely considered as Vietnam’s gastronomic capital.
Imperial City
Overnight in Hue.
Breakfast is served at the hotel. Then you will have some free time before being escorted to Hue’s Phu Bai Airport for a short flight to Hanoi for a three-night stay. Meet and greet at Noi Bai International Airport, then transfer to a hotel in the city.
Time for leisure and an optional cyclo ride through the Old Quarter. Then, for dinner, visit a popular restaurant in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show at Thang Long Theater
Ha Noi Old Quarter
Overnight in Hanoi.
Hanoi, the colonial capital, is a one-of-a-kind Asian metropolis with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial buildings, tranquil lakes, pagodas, and temples. This full-day tour takes you to the most interesting places in Hanoi, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Stilt House, the Presidential Palace and the surrounding One Pillar Pagoda, and the Old Quarter, which is noted for its 36 streets and ancient artisan guilds.
The Lake of the Restored Sword and Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, the calm West Lake with lovers’ boulevard Thanh Nien, Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple, History Museum or the Ethnology Museum, are all included on the tour.
Stay the night in Hanoi.
Ngoc Son Temple
Offerings from IDC Travel:
– Try local coffee
– Try local beer (Hanoi fresh beer)
– Visit IDC Travel office and join a dinner with us
Activities in the evening in Hanoi you can choose:
– Have some drinks at café/ bar/ pub
– Explore the downtown Hanoi area (Weekend walking streets from Friday night until Sunday around Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter area)
– Enjoy an evening motorcycle/scooter/walking tour.
You will depart early in the morning for Halong Bay City, which is roughly 2.5 hours away. When you arrive in Halong Bay City, you will be welcomed on board for a four-hour cruise on the gorgeous bay, with stops along the route to view one of the area’s limestone caves.
Halong Bay Cruise
The boat crew will give you a superb local seafood lunch while you cruise. After a four-hour voyage, you return to the harbor and rejoin your car to return to your hotel in Hanoi.
Spend the night in Hanoi.
You enjoy your free time until you are taken to the airport for your flight home.
Prices are in USD, per person.
This tour can be customized to fit your own demands. Best price and value guaranteed!
| Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | 7~8 guests | 9~12 guests | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Star | 1,135 | 995 | 911 | 857 | 830 | 211 |
| 4 Star | 1,367 | 1,228 | 1,141 | 1,086 | 1,058 | 387 |
| 5 Star | 1,540 | 1,399 | 1,317 | 1,262 | 1,237 | 535 |
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Jana Adámková
I have visit Mekong Delta twice. So, can I eliminate the 2nd day itinerary and replace it with more time relax in Hoi An beach?
Idctravel
@Jana Adámková: Yes, of course. We can tailor-make the tour itinerary accordingly. We will craft a new one and send you through email soon. Thanks for reaching out to us!
