Exclusive Vietnam (Hanoi to Saigon)

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Overview
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  • Start/End: Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh city
  • Route: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Ninh Binh - Lan Ha Bay - Hoi An - Hue - Ho Chi Minh city - Ben Tre
  • Duration: 14 Days
  • Theme: Premium
  • Tour type: Private tour
  • Tour schedule: Daily Departure
  • Tour guide in: English, Français, Español, Italiano, Português
Highlight

Designed for discerning travelers, this Exclusive Vietnam journey offers a seamless blend of cultural depth, natural beauty, and refined comfort from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Over 14 thoughtfully curated days, you travel at an unhurried pace, staying in handpicked luxury hotels, boutique retreats, and a premium cruise in Lan Ha Bay, while enjoying private guided experiences and authentic encounters - from village life in Mai Chau to hands-on culinary moments and scenic coastal drives. Balancing iconic highlights with intimate, immersive experiences, this itinerary is crafted as a bespoke voyage through Vietnam, where elegance, authenticity, and effortless travel come together.

  • Hanoi in refined comfort – private guided highlights, fine dining, and luxury boutique stay
  • Mai Chau luxury retreat – scenic valleys, Thai culture, and exclusive eco-lodge experience
  • Ninh Binh in style – bamboo boat ride, artisan workshop, and five-star resort comfort
  • Lan Ha Bay luxury cruise – premium suite, calm waters, and discreet onboard service
  • Hoi An, Hue & Saigon in depth – heritage discovery, cooking class, Vespa night tour, and private Mekong cruise
Itinerary
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  • Arrival in Hanoi, airport pick-up and transfer to your hotel

    Landing at the Noi Bai airport, you are welcomed by professional tour guide and driver at the pickup lobby. Enjoy 45-minute driving to the city center (Hanoi Old Quarter) with city's briefing information about the most visited spots, culture, traffic and cuisine....Arrive in your hotel, check in and have a rest.

    Note: Hotel check in time at 14.00

    The rest of the day is free at your leisure. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Overnight stay in Hanoi.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Transportation
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel(Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
    33 Duong Thanh, Hoan Kiem district, Ha Noi City, Vietnam
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  • Discover Ho Chi Minh’s Complex, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Museum, and enjoy a signature egg coffee

    Dinner is at your own expense (not included), and overnight in Hanoi.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    Leisure: La Spa Hanoi
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel(Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
    33 Duong Thanh, Hoan Kiem district, Ha Noi City, Vietnam
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  • Travel to Mai Chau, stops at Muong village and Thung Khe Pass, take a short walk from Mai Hich to Sam Khoe.

    8:30 AM: Meet tour guide and driver then depart to Mai Chau. On the way, visit a Muong village. Continue to Thung Khe pass where you can view magnificent panoramic views of the valley before arriving in Mai Chau town. Mai Chau is a beautiful valley located 145 km away from Hanoi. It is great place with harmonious landscapes, green mountain ranges, rice terraces and White Thai ethnic villages. Mai Chau - Pu Luong

    In the late afternoon, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel. Dinner is on your own (not included), and overnight stay in Mai Chau.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Transportation
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Avana Retreat(Bauhinia Mountain Suite Villa) *or similar hotel
    Panh Village, Bao La Commune, Mai Chau, Hoa Binh , Vietnam
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  • Discover the Thai culture and scenic rural landscapes of Xom Bang, Ban Luong in Mai Chau.

    The afternoon is at leisure, offering time to unwind and make full use of the hotel’s facilities. Lunch and dinner are on your own (not included). Overnight in Mai Chau.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B
    Transportation
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Avana Retreat(Bauhinia Mountain Suite Villa) *or similar hotel
    Panh Village, Bao La Commune, Mai Chau, Hoa Binh , Vietnam
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  • Transfer to Ninh Binh, take a bamboo boat ride, and join an embroidery workshop.

    8:30: depart to Ninh Binh, stop on the way to meet the local people and take pictures as you command. Arrive in Ninh Binh in the late afternoon and check in to your accommodation. 

    Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

    Dinner is on your own (not included), and overnight stay in Van Long.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Boat: Van Long
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh(Superior Room) *or similar hotel
    Gia Van commune, Gia Vien district, Ninh Binh , Vietnam
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  • Transfer to Halong, cruise through Lan Ha Bay, enjoy kayaking, and watch a cooking demonstration.

    08.30: Pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.

    11:30: Arriving Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at waiting lounge..

    12:15: Transfer to Orchid cruise by a feedder boat. Welcome aboard, we'll have some welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.

    13:00: Passenger will be taking lunch while we cruise and visit Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

    15:00: We progress to Dark and Bright Caves, the ideal place for you to get up and close to Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak

    17:00: Orchid cruise enters a less populated area at Tra Bau - Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green emerald water.

    18:00: Onboard you may join a cooking demontration, enjoy the Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

    Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly

    19:15: Savor a deluxe dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches.

    21:00: It's time to admire the beauty of the night on the bay, our bar on sundeck and in the restaurant welcome you. You may want to try your luck with squid fishing or watch a movie in the restaurant, we also have chess and cards for you.

    23:00: End of Day One program

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L, D
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    Kayak: Halong
    Leisure: Squid fishing
    Cooking class: Halong (on board) - cooking demonstration
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Orchid Classic Cruise - 2D1N(Premium Suite Balcony Cabin)
    22/45/200 Au Co, Tay Ho district , Ha Noi City, Vietnam
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  • Join a Tai Chi session, explore Trung Trang Cave, disembark, then transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for a flight to Da Nang and onward to Hoi An.

    06:30: It is a perfect time to refresh and indulge yourself in a peaceful beauty of the bay with a tai chi session on sundeck. If you want to hunt for dawn, get up from 5:30 to 6:00 depending on the season, consult our sailors.

    07:00: We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise

    07:45: Kayaking activities at Ao Ech area is held to discover the hidden charm of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay.

    08:30: Orchid Cruises welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.

    10:00: Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back

    11:30: Disembark Orchid cruise at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, end your cruise with us.

    14:30: Back to drop-off point in Hanoi, end of the cruise trip.

    Meet your driver for a private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport, then take a flight to Da Nang.

    Dinner is at your own expense (not included). Overnight in Hoi An.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    Leisure: Morning Tai Chi
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Flight :Flight (HAN - DAD) - (Direct) / - Vietnam Airlines - Economy / 02 tickets
    Namia River Retreat(River Pool Villa - 1 Bedroom) *or similar hotel
    232 Tran Nhan Tong, Hoi An, Quang Nam , Vietnam
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  • Enjoy a morning cooking class followed by a guided exploration of Hoi An Ancient Town

    Dinner is at your own expense (not included). Overnight in Hoi An.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    Cooking class: Hoi An
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Namia River Retreat(River Pool Villa - 1 Bedroom) *or similar hotel
    232 Tran Nhan Tong, Hoi An, Quang Nam , Vietnam
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  • Free day at leisure

    Set a free & easy day. You can be lazy on the beach with family and friends or leisurely walk around the old town, find yourself a gift from this beautiful town or create your own journey ...

    Included:
    Meal: B
    Namia River Retreat(River Pool Villa - 1 Bedroom) *or similar hotel
    232 Tran Nhan Tong, Hoi An, Quang Nam , Vietnam
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  • Travel to Hue via the Hai Van Pass, visit the Cham Sculpture Museum, discover the Imperial Citadel, and stroll through Dong Ba Market

    8:30: Pick-up from your hotel, then travel to Hue by passing Da Nang along the sea road. Once you arrive in Da Nang, stop to visit the Cham Museum which preserves the most important Cham culture collections in the world. Then, walk to My Khe beach where you can enjoy the view of giant Goodness of Mercy statues in the Linh Ung Pagoda. Take photos of fishermen by the beach then continue driving along the coastline to Hue ancient capital. Make a stop at top of the Hai Van pass to enjoy the breathtaking view of the ocean. 

    Upon arrival, we'll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

    Dinner is at your own expense (not included). Overnight in Hue.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Azerai La Residence(Superior River View Room) *or similar hotel
    5 Le Loi street, Hue city, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam
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  • Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, explore Khai Dinh’s Royal Tomb, and fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

    After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to Phu Bai Airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

    The driver will welcome you at the pickup lobby of Tan Son Nhat Airport and then travel about 30 minutes from the airport to your hotel (in the Ho Chi Minh City center)

    Have an overview of city and come to the hotel, check in and rest.

    Note: Hotel check in time at 14.00

    Dinner is at your own expense (not included). Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    Flight :Flight (HUI - SGN) - (Direct) / - Vietnam Airlines - Economy / 02 tickets
    The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel(Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel
    4 Ho Huan Nghiep street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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  • Discover the Independence Palace and the FITO Museum, then explore Saigon by night on the back of a vintage Vespa.

    In the evening, discover Ho Chi Minh City after dark. To start off this Saigon night tour, enjoy drinks at our Vespa-themed café, Café Zoom, to watch “as the world goes by” (as said in the Lonely Planet guide book)

    Throughout the night, try a variety of food and drinks at 2 local restaurants and samplings of Saigon’s best authentic local food.

    Zoom past the famous must-see sights of Ho Chi Minh City while in the bustling traffic. We’ll also go to a Vietnamese-style coffee shop with special live music, and then wrap up the evening at an exciting music bar where the new generation of Vietnamese unwind and flaunt their unique styles.

    Guests ride pillion behind our drivers to enjoy and experience the Vietnamese nightlife with friends. This tour includes free flowing drinks and all you can eat, so come with an appetite!

    At the end of the tour, drive back to your hotel.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L, D
    Transportation
    Entrance fees
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel(Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel
    4 Ho Huan Nghiep street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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  • Explore the Mekong Delta, cruise through Ben Tre, visit a coconut-processing workshop, and connect with local people

    In the mid-afternoon, return to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner is at your own expense (not included). Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

    Included:
    English speaking guide
    Meal: B, L
    Boat: Ben Tre
    Transportation
    Bike: Ben Tre
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
    The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel(Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel
    4 Ho Huan Nghiep street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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  • Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your departure flight.

    Private driver will pick you up at the hotel lobby for about 30 minutes to Tan Son Nhat airport (international or domestic hall according to your request). Thanks for the visit to our city.

    Note: International flights require you to be at the airport 3 hours and domestic is 2 hours before departure time.

    In the rush hour (07:00 – 08:30 AM and 16:30 – 18:30 PM), it takes around 1 hour from city center to Tan Son Nhat airport.

    Included:
    Meal: B
    Transportation
    02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
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Prices
Group size
Sharing Twin/Double Room
Private Single Room

Traveling with more than 8 people? You can select a different group size in the next step.

Group Size 9+
Inclusions
  • English speaking tour guide following itinerary
  • All entrance fees and tickets mention on itinerary
  • Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
  • Cruise: Orchid Classic Cruise - 2D1N
  • Boat: Van Long, Ben Tre
  • Transportation
  • Flight Tickets: Flight HAN - DAD (Vietnam Airlines - Economy) , Flight HUI - SGN (Vietnam Airlines - Economy)
  • Meal: Breakfast: 13, Lunch: 10, Dinner: 02
  • Bike: Ben Tre
  • Kayak: Halong
  • Leisure: La Spa Hanoi, Squid fishing, Morning Tai Chi
  • Cooking class: Halong (on board) - cooking demonstration, Hoi An
  • Service charges and Taxes
Exclusions
  • International flight from/to your country
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping and Gratuities
  • Other not mentioned in the program
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