Day 1: Ha Noi Arrival

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Fly into Hanoi. Upon arrival, an airport coordinator will welcome you with a personalized sign, escort you through the fast-track priority immigration lane, assist with luggage collection, and guide you to the terminal exit. You will then meet your tour guide and transfer by private vehicle to your selected hotel in Hanoi. Check in upon arrival and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to rest and recover from jet lag.

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Meal(s): None

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Day 2: Ha Noi

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Begin your day riding in a vintage Jeep, weaving through Hanoi’s timeless streets and storied landmarks. Glide past grand monuments, pause at tranquil pagodas by West Lake, and step into the halls of Vietnam’s first national university before confronting powerful wartime history at the former prison known as the “Hanoi Hilton.” Tuck into a hidden Old Quarter café to savor Hanoi’s iconic egg coffee, creamy and indulgent. As night falls, hop onto the back of a Vespa for a gastronomic adventure through glowing backstreets—cocktails by the cathedral, railway-side rice wine, smoky bun cha, hands-on pho cuon by the lake, and live jazz to close the night in style.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 3: Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay

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After breakfast, leave Hanoi behind and journey by scenic highway toward the emerald waters of Halong Bay. Upon arrival, step aboard your luxury cruise and glide into a dreamscape of towering limestone karsts and tranquil bays. As the vessel sails through this UNESCO-listed wonder, enjoy curated onboard excursions that reveal local life and hidden corners of the bay—or simply unwind on deck as the scenery unfolds around you. As dusk settles, the cruise anchors amid dramatic rock formations, creating a peaceful backdrop for an elegant dinner served on board. Drift to sleep surrounded by nature, overnight on your luxury cruise.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Day 4: Ha Long - Ha Noi - Da Nang - Hoi An

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Greet the day with a calming Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Halong Bay, followed by a light breakfast. Set out by bamboo boat to explore the serene Dark & Bright Caves, where still waters and limestone arches create a peaceful finale to your cruise. Return on board to pack and check out, then enjoy a leisurely brunch while sailing back to port. Transfer by tender to Tuan Chau and continue by private vehicle to Noi Bai Airport for a short flight to Danang. On arrival, meet your guide and transfer to Hoi An for a relaxing evening.

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Meal(s): Brunch

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Day 5: Hoi An

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Begin your day with a gentle bike ride from your hotel into Hoi An’s tranquil countryside, pedaling past emerald rice fields and quiet village lanes to Tra Que Vegetable Village. Stroll through fragrant herb gardens with a local farmer, try your hand at traditional farming using seaweed fertilizer, then unwind with a soothing herbal foot massage. Step into the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class, creating regional favorites before enjoying your homemade lunch. In the afternoon, wander Hoi An’s atmospheric Old Town on a guided walk, discovering centuries-old houses, historic temples, and the stories that shaped this UNESCO-listed trading port.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 6: Hoi An - Ba Na

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After breakfast, embark on a scenic one-hour drive to Ba Na Hills, where a record-breaking cable car lifts you above lush forests and cascading waterfalls. Begin at By Night Station, exploring Vong Nguyet Hills, Linh Ung Pagoda, and charming French colonial villas. Continue upward to Nui Chua Mountain to discover Nghinh Phong Peak, Le Nim Villas, and the vibrant Orchid Garden. Ride a nostalgic hill-climbing train to the historic Debay Wine Cellar and the romantic Le Jardin D’Amour. The journey culminates at the iconic Golden Bridge, floating above the clouds with sweeping views over Da Nang, before returning to your hotel for a restful evening.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 7: Da Nang - Saigon

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Check out in the late morning and transfer to the airport for your midday flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel before preparing for a truly memorable evening. At 6:00 PM, experience the acclaimed A O Bamboo Circus—an electrifying blend of bamboo artistry, acrobatics, contemporary dance, traditional music, and cinematic storytelling, vividly contrasting Vietnam’s rural poetry with its modern urban rhythm. The night continues with an extraordinary dinner at Noir. Dining in complete darkness, your senses heighten as flavors deepen and textures surprise, turning the meal into a journey of pure sensory discovery. Return to your hotel for a restful night.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 8: Saigon - Cu Chi Tunnels - Saigon

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This morning, you’ll be collected from your hotel and transferred to the pier for a thrilling speedboat journey to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels. Cruise along the Saigon River for approximately 1.5 hours, passing riverside villages, lush greenery, and scenes of everyday local life. On arrival, walk through this remarkable underground world with your expert guide, uncovering the ingenuity, resilience, and survival tactics of wartime Vietnam. Those feeling adventurous may descend into the narrow tunnels for a firsthand glimpse of history. After lunch, sit back and relax as you glide back to Ho Chi Minh City by speedboat.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 9: Saigon - Mekong Delta - Saigon

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Escape the bustle of the city and venture into the peaceful Mekong Delta on a full-day exploration to My Tho, just 1.5 hours from Ho Chi Minh City. Cruise along the Mekong River by private boat, stopping at lush islands to taste tropical fruits and discover local cottage industries such as coconut candy making. Visit a bee farm, meet friendly villagers, and glide through serene palm-fringed canals on a traditional rowboat. Enjoy a flavorful regional lunch at a riverside restaurant before continuing your cultural discovery. After a day rich in local experiences, return to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 10: Saigon - Departure

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Today, you are free until a departure transfer for the flights back home or to your onward destination.

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Meal(s): Breakfast