Vietnam Discovery Package: From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

Start your day with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, a 1,400-year-old temple featuring ten tiers enclosed by gardens and a bodhi tree grown from a cutting of the original tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment. Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, where you’ll see the iconic Tortoise Tower. Enjoy a cyclo tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, a traditional mode of transportation where a cyclist leads while you sit in a canopied seat.

Next, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique wooden structure built on a single stone pillar, inspired by a dream of an emperor in the 9th century. Pass by the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum before exploring the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university founded nearly 1,000 years ago. Walk through the gardens, courtyards, and historic buildings where Vietnam’s scholars once studied under Confucian teachings. Overnight in Hanoi.

Accommodation: The Light Hotel (4-star) or similar
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After breakfast, depart for Halong Bay (3-hour drive), one of the world's most stunning natural wonders. Around noon, board your luxury cruise from Tuan Chau Island. As the boat sets sail, the Paradise Crew and Cruise Manager will welcome you onboard and ensure a comfortable stay.

Spend the afternoon exploring Halong Bay’s iconic landscapes, including fascinating caves, pristine beaches, floating fishing villages, and unique limestone formations. You may also enjoy onboard spa treatments, a cooking demonstration, or simply relax on the deck. Enjoy a delightful lunch and dinner with a variety of Vietnamese and international dishes. Overnight on the cruise.

Accommodation: Overnight on Halong Bay Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Wake up early for a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by breakfast. Continue cruising through the scenic bay and visit a limestone grotto. After disembarking at Halong City around noon, transfer back to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer to Hoi An for hotel check-in. Overnight in Hoi An.

Accommodation: Coco Riverside Resort, Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

In the morning, visit My Son Holy Land, a UNESCO-listed site and the ancient capital of the Cham civilization from the 4th century. These temple ruins, set against a mountainous landscape, offer a glimpse into the history and spiritual traditions of the Cham people.

In the afternoon, return to Hoi An Ancient Town, a well-preserved 16th-century trading port. Visit the Museum of Trade Ceramics, displaying artifacts from the 1500s-1700s. Stop by the Chua Ong Pagoda, a 17th-century temple reflecting Chinese influence. Stroll through Hoi An’s lantern-lit streets, admire French-style houses, intricately carved wooden doors, and cross the famous Japanese Covered Bridge, a 400-year-old structure that connected the Chinese and Japanese quarters of the town. As evening falls, enjoy the riverside ambiance before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.

Accommodation: Hoi An Garden Hotel (4-star)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After breakfast, transfer to Da Nang Airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for relaxation. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Accommodation: Harmony Hotel (4-star) or similar
Meals: Breakfast

Explore the Mekong Delta, known as the "rice basket of Vietnam." Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a temple decorated with mosaic artwork made from broken ceramics, surrounded by gardens with lotus pools and a tall white Buddha statue.

Take a boat ride along the Mekong River, stopping at floating houses, fruit plantations, and fishing villages. Visit Tortoise Island, where you'll enjoy a local lunch in an orchard. Continue to An Khanh Village, famous for coconut candy production. If time permits, take a short cycling tour through the village. Enjoy honey tea, fresh tropical fruits, and a live performance of Southern Vietnamese folk music.

After the tour, transfer to Can Tho for hotel check-in. In the evening, explore the night market or relax at a riverside café. Overnight in Can Tho.

Accommodation: Saigon Harmony Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After breakfast, enjoy free time at your leisure. You may explore local markets or relax before being transferred to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight. Check-out from the hotel is at 12:00 PM.