Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days: Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Duration

24 days

Tour Type

Private Tour

Transports

Overview Tour

Over the past years, Vietnam has emerged as a premier tourist destination in Southeast Asia, with an estimated 18 million international arrivals in 2019. The number is only expected to rise – and for a number of good reasons. The country is renowned for its colorful history, diverse culture and quintessential natural landscapes. Vietnam is a country brimming with culture and breathtaking natural beauty. Take an in-depth journey from lively Hanoi to the peaceful hills of Sapa. Cruise through the tranquil waters of Halong Bay. Explore the magnificent caves of Phong Nha and learn more about Vietnam’s history and war heritage in DMZ and Hue. Enjoy the beautiful beaches, lovely countryside, traditional cultures and unique food specialties throughout the country. This extensive journey across Vietnam offers a complete experience of the country’s most famous destinations from south to north. From the vibrant city life of Ho Chi Minh City to the tranquil landscapes of Sapa and Halong Bay, the tour combines cultural heritage, natural wonders and authentic local experiences. Contact us to start becoming a true adventurer or design your own journey with the help of Asia Local Tours experts.

Highlight

  • Explore Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta region.
  • Visit My Son Sanctuary and Hoi An Ancient Town.
  • Discover the scenic Hai Van Pass and historic Hue Imperial City.
  • Explore the spectacular Phong Nha caves.
  • Enjoy a full Hanoi city tour including historical landmarks.
  • Trek through ethnic minority villages in Sapa.
  • Experience an overnight cruise in Halong Bay.
  • Discover the natural wonders of Ninh Binh and Cuc Phuong National Park.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City Tour and Saigon Dinner Cruise
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels and Vietnamese Cooking Experience
Day 4: Mekong Delta Discovery – Vinh Long
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Flight to Da Nang
Day 6: My Son Sanctuary – Hoi An Ancient Town
Day 7: Da Nang Beach Leisure
Day 8: Da Nang Beach Leisure
Day 9: Da Nang Beach Leisure
Day 10: Da Nang – Hue via Hai Van Pass
Day 11: Hue Imperial City Tour
Day 12: Phong Nha Cave Exploration
Day 13: Hue – Flight to Hanoi
Day 14: Hanoi City Tour
Day 15: Hanoi – Sapa
Day 16: Sapa Trekking – Lao Chai – Ta Van
Day 17: Sapa Ethnic Market Visit
Day 18: Sapa – Return to Hanoi
Day 19: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise
Day 20: Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Bai Dinh Temple
Day 21: Trang An Grottoes – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Day 22: Cuc Phuong National Park Trekking
Day 23: Hanoi Leisure Day
Day 24: Hanoi Departure

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Saigon – Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City
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Upon arrival in Saigon, your tour guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is the economic center of Vietnam. The city played a significant role during the Vietnam War and earlier served as a major trading hub under French colonial rule.

After check-in, enjoy free time to relax or explore the city at your own pace.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City – Cultural Exploration and Saigon Dinner Cruise (B, D)
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After breakfast, begin your exploration of Ho Chi Minh City.

Visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda, one of the most fascinating temples in the city. Continue to Cholon, the Chinatown district of Saigon where you will see Phuoc An Pagoda, Hoi Quan Pagoda and Quan Am Pagoda.

Enjoy a cyclo tour through the busy streets before visiting Ben Thanh Market where you can shop for local handicrafts and souvenirs.

In the evening, enjoy a dinner cruise along the Saigon River with traditional Vietnamese music and beautiful city views.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels and Vietnamese Cooking Experience (B, L)
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After breakfast, travel to Cu Chi Province where you will participate in a Vietnamese cooking class.

Visit a traditional Vietnamese herb garden and learn about local ingredients used in Vietnamese cuisine. Under the guidance of a chef, you will prepare several traditional dishes and enjoy your creations for lunch.

Later, visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network used during the Vietnam War.

Explore the tunnels and learn about the ingenious survival strategies used during wartime.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 4: Mekong Delta Discovery – Vinh Long (B)
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After breakfast, travel to Vinh Long in the Mekong Delta.

Take a boat cruise to the Cai Be floating market where traders sell fresh fruits and local products directly from their boats.

Continue to Hoa Binh Phuoc Islet where you will visit traditional workshops producing rice paper and coconut candy.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Flight to Da Nang (B)
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Enjoy free time in the morning before transferring to the airport for your flight to Da Nang.

Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort for check-in.

Overnight in Da Nang.

Day 6: My Son Sanctuary – Hoi An Ancient Town (B, L)
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Visit the ancient ruins of My Son Sanctuary, an important religious site of the Champa Kingdom dating back to the 4th century.

In the afternoon, explore Hoi An Ancient Town including the Museum of Trade Ceramics, Chua Ong Pagoda, Tam Ky House and the Japanese Covered Bridge.

Enjoy a relaxing walk along the lantern-lit riverside in the evening.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 7 – Day 9: Da Nang Beach Leisure (B)
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Enjoy free time to relax on the beautiful beaches of Da Nang.

Optional activities include spa treatments, beach walks or visiting nearby attractions.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 10: Da Nang – Hue via Hai Van Pass (B)
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Travel from Da Nang to Hue via the scenic Hai Van Pass.

Enjoy spectacular coastal views along the journey and stop for photos at scenic viewpoints.

Arrive in Hue and check in to your hotel.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 11: Hue Imperial City Tour (B, L)
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Visit the famous landmarks of Hue including the Perfume River, the tombs of Emperor Minh Mang, Tu Duc and Khai Dinh.

Continue to explore the Imperial Citadel and the Purple Forbidden City.

Visit Dong Ba Market before returning to your hotel.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 12: Phong Nha Cave Exploration (B)
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Travel north to visit Phong Nha Cave, one of the largest cave systems in the world.

Take a boat trip through the cave and admire spectacular rock formations.

Return to Hue in the afternoon.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 13: Hue – Flight to Hanoi (B)
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Fly from Hue to Hanoi.

After arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time exploring Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter.

Day 14: Hanoi City Tour (B)
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Visit major landmarks including Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature.

Continue to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and enjoy a cyclo tour through the Old Quarter.

End the day with a traditional Water Puppet Show.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 15 – Day 18: Sapa Exploration (B)
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Travel to Sapa and explore the mountainous landscapes.

Visit ethnic minority villages including Lao Chai, Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai.

Experience local hill tribe markets and trek through beautiful rice terraces.

Return to Hanoi on Day 18.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 19 – Day 20: Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
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Travel to Halong Bay and board your luxury cruise.

Enjoy kayaking, swimming and exploring limestone islands.

Participate in cooking demonstrations and enjoy seafood dinners on board.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 21: Ninh Binh Exploration (B, L)
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Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and take a boat trip through the Trang An Grottoes.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 22: Cuc Phuong National Park (B)
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Explore Vietnam’s largest national park.

Visit the Primate Rescue Center and enjoy trekking through ancient forests.

Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour 24 Days Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Phong Nha – Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong

Day 23: Hanoi Leisure Day (B)
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Enjoy free time to explore Hanoi at your own pace.

Day 24: Hanoi Departure (B)
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Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.

End of the tour.

Inclusions

Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
Overnight cruise in Halong Bay
Domestic flights as indicated in the itinerary
Train tickets in shared soft sleeper cabin
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Air-conditioned transportation
Professional English speaking tour guides
Boat trips as mentioned in the program
Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets
Daily drinking water
Government taxes and service charges

Exclusions

International flights to and from Vietnam
Vietnam visa fee
Travel insurance
Early check-in and late check-out
Personal expenses such as laundry and shopping
Personal expenses such as laundry and shopping
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

For Children

👶 Children under 5 years old: Free of charge when sharing bed with parents.
👶 Children from 5 to 8 years old: Charged 75 percent of the adult price.
👶 Children from 9 years old and above: Charged as adults.

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Travel Tips

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing and trekking activities.
  • Prepare light clothing suitable for Vietnam’s tropical climate.
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for outdoor activities.
  • Keep a copy of your passport and travel documents.
  • The best time to visit Vietnam is from October to April when the weather is cooler and drier.

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