Dynamic Vietnam 9 Days Itinerary

After a delicious morning meal, today, we will head to Halong Bay, a special place recognized by UNESCO as a Natural World cultural legacy site. On the way, we'll pass through the Red River delta, where you'll see green fields and villages with hardworking farmers busy with their farming tasks like ploughing and planting. Once we reach Halong, we'll hop on a big boat to cruise around the bay and uncover its spectacular beauty. Halong Bay is renowned for its unique limestone rocks and small island caves. After having lunch break on the boat, we can head to a cave, go for a swim, or try kayaking (additional cost). We'll also pass by floating villages and get close to small islands to appreciate their beauty. In the evening, there will be activities on the boat, or you can simply relax. Lunch and dinner meal are included. We'll spend the night on the boat.

Get up early and have a delightful first meal of the day and get ready to see the scenic sunrise over the sea, which the Vietnamese call the "East Sea." It's a magical sight over the small islands in the bay. Following your morning meal, our boat will keep cruising through extraordinary areas, each small island with its own unique name, like Sail Island, Fisherman’s Head Rock, Butterfly Rock, or Turtle Island. Then, we'll drive back to Hanoi and head to Noi Bai International Airport for a flight to Danang. Upon arrival, we'll be welcomed at the airport and taken to the coast to reach Hoi An historic Town. make it to at at the property and spend the night in Hoi An.

Wake up for a mouthwatering morning meal. Today travelers get to have a fascinating walk on the Japanese Bridge with its unique tile roof. We'll head to quiet Chinese Assembly Halls and witness the charm of time-honored houses. You can also listen to folk music from Central Vietnam at old clubhouses. Later, we can visit shrines or wander into the local market by the Thu Bon river. Here, you might feel like the artists who see Hoi An's rooftops as a magical, old-world place with an Oriental touch and a reliable source of inspiration. Hoi An is also an remarkable town for shopping. You can buy lanterns, soft silk, raw silk, or even get your clothes tailored in just one day. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the town on your own or take a bike ride along the Thu Bon river to Cua Dai Beach. Tonight, we'll stay at the lodging in Hoi An.

Start your day with a tasty morning breakfast. Today, we're heading from Hoi An to Hue through the Hai Van Pass, also known as the "Ocean Cloudy Mountain Pass." Along the way, we'll revel in the visually stunning view of Lang Co Beach before arriving in Hue. Hue has been recognized by UNESCO as Vietnam's 1st historically enriched World historical legacy site, known for its old royal buildings and heritage Vietnamese way of life. We'll venture through the city's charm by visiting the Royal Citadel, Forbidden City, and the Hue Royal Museum. Our sojourn will continue to the Thien Mu Pagoda, and we'll also bid farewell to the Tombs of King Tu Duc, which are well-preserved monuments from the early 19th and early 20th centuries belonging to the Nguyen Emperors. Tonight, we'll stay at a retreat in Hue.

After having morning breakfast, vacate from the property. We'll take you to Hue Airport for a midday flight to Saigon. Once you get to at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Saigon, we'll welcome you and take you to the hotel for check-in. In the evening, our city journey begins at the Reunification Palace, where the Vietnam War ended in 1975. It's now a museum and a place for official receptions. Nearby, you'll see the colonial-style Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1883, which is a major landmark in the city. Take a stroll on Nguyen Hue Street to snap some photos of the Opera House and the Ho Chi Minh Committee (from the outside). Then, walk to Ben Thanh bazaar, a significant symbol of Saigon, where you can immerse in local daily life and shop for handmade goods. Tonight, you'll stay at the hotel in Saigon.

Following your morning meal today, we'll go head over to the Cu Chi Tunnels, which is one of the few remaining reminders of the Vietnam War. These tunnels, stretching for 200 kilometres, were dug by hand and used by Vietnamese guerrilla forces during the war. It's a powerful example of how intense the war was. You can even try crawling through some parts of the tunnels to get a real feel for what it was like. After exploring the tunnels, we'll return to Saigon and drop you off at your retreat. In the evening, you have free time for shopping (no services provided). There are a few places you might want to leave, like Ben Thanh shopping area – the main market in Saigon, Saigon Square (just a few minutes' walk from Ben Thanh Market), An Dong Plaza and its nearby Market, or Diamond Plaza. Tonight, you'll stay at the hotel in Saigon.

Today, after having morning breakfast, you'll head to My Tho. Once there, you'll hop on a boat to cruise along the powerful Mekong River, watching how local people live along the riverbanks. We'll make a stop at one of the four islands in the area for some sightseeing. Next, you'll take small boats rowed by locals through narrow canals with water coconut trees. Here, you'll make your way from local factories, taste honey tea, and see how coconut candy milk is made. Afterward, relish a serene horse-cart ride through the village's quiet roads. Your light afternoon meal will be at a nearby local restaurant by the Mekong River (lunch included). In the afternoon, we'll drive back to Saigon, with a stop to visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a iconic pagoda blending Chinese, Cambodian, and French architectural styles. You'll spend the night at the place of stay in Saigon.

Start your day with first meal of the day, and then you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or to your next destination.