Glympes of Vietnam 11 Days / 10 Nights

Upon your arrival in Hanoi around 13:50, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Begin your Vietnam journey with a short but enriching introduction to the capital. You’ll explore the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once the seat of power for Vietnamese dynasties. Though partially damaged over time, it retains remarkable architectural elements like ancient gates, the Princess’s Palace, and the commanding Flag Tower. You’ll also visit the wartime command rooms used during the B-52 battle in the Vietnam War. Then head to Dong Xuan Market, the city’s bustling trading hub, alive with local life and colors. Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Begin your day early with a local tradition—morning exercises at Hoan Kiem Lake alongside residents practicing tai chi and aerobics. Enjoy a signature cup of egg coffee or iced coffee at Giang Café before continuing your journey through Hanoi’s cultural landmarks. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, pay respects at the Mausoleum, and stroll through the tranquil gardens to see Uncle Ho’s Stilt House and the lotus-shaped One Pillar Pagoda. Then explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and admire its serene courtyards. Take a guided walk through the Old Quarter with visits to St. Joseph’s Cathedral and a local tube house. Enjoy a cyclo ride and a café stop by the famous train tracks. End the day with check-in and relaxation at your hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Ha Long Bay, where your overnight cruise aboard the luxurious Indochine Premium awaits. Enjoy a welcome drink and buffet lunch as the boat sails past Ha Long’s iconic limestone islets, including Kissing Rocks and Incense Burner Islet. Explore Luon Cave by sampan or kayak, then choose between Surprise or Me Cung Cave for a guided visit. As the sun sets, unwind on the deck or in the jacuzzi before joining a cooking class or fruit-carving session. Dinner is served with an elegant multi-course menu, and the evening ends with games, squid fishing, or simply stargazing in the bay.

Begin the day with a light breakfast and optional tai chi session on deck. Disembark at Titov Island to either swim or hike to the summit for sweeping bay views. Return to the boat to pack up, enjoy brunch, and check out as you sail back to the pier. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Port, you’ll transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Danang. Upon landing, your driver will take you to your hotel for the night.

Today, venture to Ba Na Hills via cable car—one of the world’s longest and most scenic routes. Visit Linh Ung Pagoda and Vong Nguyet Hill, then marvel at the iconic Golden Bridge, seemingly held aloft by giant stone hands. From the mountaintop, take in sweeping views of the coastline and surrounding forests. In the afternoon, explore the Marble Mountains, known for their cave temples and panoramic views of Danang and My Khe Beach. Return to your hotel to relax after a memorable day.

Today is dedicated to your golf experience at the scenic Ba Na Hills Golf Club, located about 45 minutes from Danang. Enjoy a full 18-hole round on this award-winning course nestled amidst forested hills. After your game, return to your hotel in Danang for a restful evening.

Enjoy a relaxed morning before heading to Hoi An. Begin your walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Ancient Town, where you’ll discover the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky Old House, the Pottery Museum, and Chua Ong Pagoda. Then join a lantern-making workshop and craft your own colorful souvenir with help from a skilled artisan. Savor local delights like Hoi An’s famed bread, aromatic dishes, and a glass of Saigon beer with the locals. Cap off your food adventure with a vibrant fruit shake from a street vendor before heading back to your hotel.

Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, head to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network used by Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War. Explore the trapdoors, kitchens, bunkers, and passageways that illustrate their ingenuity and resilience. Afterward, return to the city and enjoy free time to explore Ben Thanh Market.

Your cultural journey begins with a visit to the Reunification Palace, once the seat of South Vietnam’s government. See the presidential chambers, war command bunker, and communication rooms. Next, venture to District 5’s bustling flower market and the revered Lady Thien Hau Pagoda. After lunch, visit the War Remnants Museum to better understand Vietnam’s war history. Finish with visits to Notre Dame Cathedral and the French-colonial Central Post Office. This comprehensive city tour offers a deep dive into Saigon’s past and present.

Escape to the tranquil Ben Tre province, where coconuts are not just fruit—they’re a way of life. Witness coconut processing, visit a traditional brick kiln, and cruise the Mekong by sampan. Ride an old-fashioned Xe Lam or cycle to a garden for fresh tropical fruits and honey tea. Visit a village workshop to see how rice paper, coconut candy, and rice wine are made. A serene rowing boat takes you along a coconut-lined canal, then enjoy a warm, home-cooked lunch with a local family. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.

Enjoy free time before your transfer to the airport for your international departure. Tour ends.