Exceptional trip to Vietnam – 14 days

Enjoy a stay in exceptional hotels to discover Hanoi and its surroundings, including Halong Bay on a superb boutique boat, Central Vietnam with Hué, the ancient historical capital and the picturesque town of Hoi An and finally the surroundings of Ho Chi Minh during a 14-day stay.

The full programme is available in PDF format here.

Day 1 | Hanoi | L

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the airport upon your arrival then transfer to the hotel for early check-in. You will then receive our Road Book with useful information and restaurant recommendations for your trip and your eSim.

Then, around 10 a.m., dive into the atmosphere of Hanoi in the 36-guild district during a cyclo ride.

Take a gourmet break and enjoy the egg coffee, a specialty of the city.

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on the shores of Ho Tay Lake.

After lunch, discover the Temple of Literature, before ending the day with a visit to the women’s museum where traditional female costumes are remarkably showcased. Night at the Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel.

Day 2 | Hanoi | B

Leisure day in Hanoi.
Night at the Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel.

Day 3 | Hanoi – Mai Chau | B, L

Departure with our French-speaking tour guide around 8 a.m. to take the road to Mai Chau.

Stop at the top of the pass to enjoy the panoramic view of the Mai Chau valley. Then continue the journey to the village of Mai Chau, home of the White Thais ethnic minority, whom you meet during you lunch with the locals.

In the afternoon, bike ride to discover the activities of the locals then go to the hotel.

Night at the Avana Retreat.

Day 4 | Mai Chau – Tam Coc | B, L

Departure with our English-speaking guide around 10 a.m. to take the road to Tam Coc.

On the way, make a few stops to discover the landscapes of the region and admire the norias. Lunch on the way.

Night at Jiva Hoa Lu Retreat.

Day 5 | Tam Coc | B, L

Departure from your hotel around 8 a.m. with our English-speaking tour guide.

Enjoy a cruise along the river, of approximately 1h30, in the middle of the limestones Let yourself be carried away by the magic of the place, admire the green rice fields and the mountains carved out of caves.

Admire Bich Dong Pagoda by the water, a Buddhist sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, built against the rock, in a splendid green setting.

After lunch, discover another architectural wonder by electric car, Bai Dinh Pagoda. It is the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia, imbued with spirituality. You enter through the impressive Tam Quan gate before admiring the entire site, with its huge golden Buddha statues, caves and temples, surrounded by lush vegetation.

At the end of the day, admire the panoramic view of the region from Mua Cave.

Night at Jiva Hoa Lu Retreat.

Day 6 | Tam Coc – Lan Ha Bay | B, L, D

Departure by car around 7.15 a.m. to go to the harbor of Ha Long.

Discover Halong Bay in a unique and surprising way.

Before your cruise, embark on a 25-minute seaplane flight. Take off from the marina of Tuan Chau island, for a panoramic flight over Halong Bay.

Then, on the boat, meet the English-speaking guide and start your cruise with lunch, in the heart of the impressive rocky peaks of Lan Ha Bay.

In the afternoon, relax by the swimming pool or discover the island of Cat Ba and Trung Tang Cave. Late afternoon, resume the cruise to admire the karst formations.

At the end of the day, admire the amazing sunset igniting the bay and take part in a cooking demonstration before dinner. Then discover squid fishing after dinner.

Night on the Nostalgia Boat.

Day 7 | Lan Ha Bay – Hue | B, L

If you are an early riser, marvel at the splendor of the sunrise over the immensity of the bay during a Tai Chi session. After breakfast, explore the bay by kayaking.

Return to the boat for check-out and lunch then return to the port to take the road from Hanoi airport for the Vietnam Airlines business class flight to Hue then transfer to the hotel.

Night at aNhill Boutique.

Day 8 | Hue | B, L, D

Our English speaking tour guide meets you at your hotel around 9 a.m. to go to the harbor and embark on a traditional dragon boat.

Cruise on the Perfume River and let yourself be carried by the stream to the marvelous Thien Mu Pagoda.

Then, go to visit the Imperial City.

After lunch, go to the countryside of Hue to discover the history of the Tomb of Tu Duc and to walk the paths of its gardens in the middle of the bodies of water. Then, make a photo break at the incense village and go back to the hotel.

Then, make a photo stop at the incense village and go back to the hotel.

In the evening we will meet to enjoy a dinner together, which will be an opportunity to share about Vietnam.
Night at aNhill Boutique.

Day 9 | Hue - Hoi An | B, L

Departure from your hotel around 8 a.m. with our English-speaking tour guide.

Start the day by visiting Khai Dinh Tomb, to admire its mosaics and ceramics.

Then take the road to Hoi An and enjoy a lunch break on Lang Co beach.

Then from the Hai Van Pass, contemplate the region’s sumptuous landscapes, with its lush forests and panoramic sea views.

Finally discover the incredible architecture of the old town of Hoi An.
Night at La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa.

Day 10 | Hoi An | B, L

Departure around 8:30 a.m. with our English-speaking guide for a bike ride in the countryside of Hoi An.

Cross the Thu Bon River to reach the village of Kim Bong where you will meet the wood carvers. Also discover the work of mother of pearl, the manufacture of mats and the weaving of the famous basket boats.

Finally join Cam Thanh for a basket boat ride amidst mangrove before lunch. First discover the preparation of the banh xeo then enjoy a foot massage.

Go back to the hotel after lunch.
Night at La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa.

Day 11 | Hoi An | B

Leisure day in Hoi An.
Night at La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa.

Day 12 | Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh | B, L

Morning transfer to Danang airport for the Vietnam Airlines business class flight to Ho Chi Minh.

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the airport and transfer downtown to go on foot to discover downtown Ho Chi Minh City.

Admire the unique architecture of the Reunification Palace, between modern design and oriental philosophy, and discover how it has evolved over the course of Vietnamese history.

Then, after lunch, admire the Notre-Dame de Saigon cathedral and the old post office.

Stroll through the streets of District 1 to admire the exterior architecture of the opera house and the city hall before finally discovering the famous Tran Hung Dao Statue then join the hotel. Night at The Myst Dong Khoi.

Day 13 | Ho Chi Minh | B, L

Leave around 7.30 a.m. from Ho Chi Minh with our English-speaking tour guide to go to the province of Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta.

This town on the banks of the Mekong River is full of diverse local activities that you will discover during a boat ride and by tuk tuk. Discover how brooms are made with coconut leaves, taste exotic fruits, etc.

After lunch with the local, travel through the arroyos in a small sampan to discover the small canals of the Mekong before heading back to Ho Chi Minh.
Night at The Myst Dong Khoi.

Day 14 | Ho Chi Minh – Return flight | B

Transfer to Ho Chi Minh airport during the day for you return flight.

PRICE OF THE TRIP:

3.650 € per pax for 2 pax

3.200 € per pax for 4 pax

The full programme is available in PDF format here.