Vietnam Insight 14 Days/ 13 Nights

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you’ll be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. Take the rest of the day to relax after your journey.

Leave the bustling city behind as you drive to Tan An and begin cycling quiet backroads through rice fields, orchards, and peaceful villages. Pedal past local markets and narrow bridges, soaking in authentic Mekong life. A stop at the ornate Vinh Trang Pagoda offers insight into Vietnamese Buddhist artistry. Continue riding through palm-fringed paths and along coconut groves until you reach Can Tho.

Cruise the Mekong to witness Cai Rang floating market, where boats brim with fruits and goods, creating a colorful trading scene. Hop in a smaller boat to explore canals, then cycle around Phong Dien to discover fruit gardens and traditional tombs. After a local lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Travel by road to Nam Cat Tien National Park, one of Vietnam’s largest biodiversity reserves. After lunch, cycle a forest trail to the towering Uncle Dong Tree and visit the animal rescue center. After dinner, hop in a jeep for a thrilling night safari, spotting nocturnal wildlife with binoculars.

Start before dawn for a trek deep into the jungle in search of the elusive yellow-cheeked gibbons. Hear their morning calls and, if lucky, spot them among the canopy. After breakfast, take a boat to Dao Tien Island to learn about gibbon rehabilitation efforts. Later, return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. After lunch, explore the UNESCO-listed town with its Japanese Covered Bridge, centuries-old houses, and vibrant market. Learn about the port’s multicultural history as you stroll through narrow lanes filled with charm.

Hop on a speedboat and cruise to Cham Island. Cast your line in rich fishing waters with local fishermen, then unwind on the beach with drinks and tropical fruits. Return to Hoi An for a relaxing afternoon.

Today’s sea adventure includes fishing off Cham Island’s scenic islets, visiting the Bai Lang fishing village, and snorkeling in turquoise waters. Enjoy a seafood lunch and beach relaxation before heading back to Hoi An.

Enjoy a full day at leisure or choose from these enriching experiences:

• Explore Danang’s Marble Mountains, Monkey Mountain, and Hai Van Pass
• Vespa tour through countryside villages with hands-on cultural encounters
• Cooking class at Grandma’s Home Kitchen with a local market visit

Take a midday flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in the city center. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring the historic capital at your own pace.

Journey southwest to Pu Luong Nature Reserve. After lunch, take a scenic walk past water wheels and bamboo aqueducts. Then hop aboard a handmade raft for a serene paddle along the Cham River.

Trek through terraced rice fields and local villages nestled at the base of limestone mountains. Wander scenic trails alternating between farmland, rivers, and forests. Stop for a picnic lunch and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere before returning to your retreat.

Explore the hills above the retreat where locals weave textiles and distill rice wine. Share lunch with a family before heading back to Hanoi. The evening is yours to relax or explore the Old Quarter.

Start your final day at Hoan Kiem Lake with morning exercises, followed by breakfast with pho and egg coffee. Walk through the Old Quarter, learn street-crossing tips, and visit the ancient Citadel and Temple of Literature. Enjoy Bun Cha or Banh Mi and wrap up with a cold “bia hoi” among locals. Then, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Tour ends.