Vietnam Highlights 5 Day Tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

Duration5 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the best of Vietnam in just five days, journeying from the historic charm of Hanoi to the natural wonders of Ha Long Bay, and concluding in the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City. This thoughtfully curated itinerary offers a blend of cultural immersion, scenic beauty, and urban exploration, perfect for travelers seeking a comprehensive snapshot of Vietnam's diverse landscapes and traditions.

What's included

Transportation for tour with air-conditioning as mentioned
3 nights at standard 3-star hotel
Lunch
Transfers for arrival and departure
Breakfast
English Speaking Tour Guide
Mineral water and meals listed in the itinerary are included

Domestic flights. This will be paid onsite
Travel insurance
Other meals and drinks not included in the tour program
Tips & Personal expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi - Hotel Transfer

Noibai Airport Transfers
45m · Admission ticket included

Upon arrival at Hanoi Airport, our local driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in (available from 2:00 PM).

Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure—explore the city, relax, or try local cuisine.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: None
Tour Guide: None
Transfer: Private car

Day 2: Discover the Magic of Ha Long Bay: Day Trip from Hanoi

Hanoi
3h

7h30-08h00: Our Tour guide will pick up you at the hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter then depart to Halong Bay by Expressway Transfer.
Tuần Chau Hạ Long
30m · Admission ticket included

12h00 – 12h30: Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor. Welcome to Cozy Bay Premium Cruise. We will take you on 5-6 hour journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which renowned for its striking, passages, uninhabited islets, and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals due to their perceived shapes. Lunch is served on the boat.
1h · Admission ticket included

14h00: You will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalagtiles with different shapes of sea lives
Ti Top Island
1h

15h00: Visit Titop Island with sandy beach to the towering limestone mountain with excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titop Peak for a panoramic view of the bay like paradise.
Hang Luon Cave
1h · Admission ticket included

16h00: Then do kayaking or bamboo boat in Luon Cave to discover the beautiful Lagoon.
Tuan Chau Island
30m

17h00 – 17h30: Cruising back to Tuan Chau harbor. There are a lot of time for enjoying sunset party with tea, cakes, sunbathing on upper deck with music and enjoying great fun of group touring fellows among world iconic natural scenery.
Halong Bay
3h · Admission ticket included

18h00 – 18h30: We get on bus to back Hanoi by Expressway, have a short break for 20-30 minutes.
Hanoi
Pass by

21h00 – 21h30: Arrive at the hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Trip ends.

Day 3: Morning Hanoi Luxury Tour with Afternoon - Flight to Ho Chi Minh

Old Quarter
30m · Admission ticket included

Please check out of your hotel as the morning tour will start around that time.
Hanoi
30m

8:00 – 8:30 AM: Our guide and bus will pick you up from your hotel to start exploring Hanoi.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
1h · Admission ticket included

8:45 AM: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the final resting place of Vietnam’s beloved leader, Uncle Ho. You’ll see his embalmed body and stroll through the gardens to visit the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969.

Note:

Please dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) when visiting the mausoleum, temples, and pagodas.
The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, but you can still take photos and explore the area.
One Pillar Pagoda
30m · Admission ticket included

Next, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy — one of the most unique pagodas in the world.
Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
1h · Admission ticket included

10:15 AM: Visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the cultures of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.

Special Note: If the Ethnology Museum is closed on Monday, we will visit the Vietnamese Women’s Museum instead.
45m · Admission ticket included

After the Tour:

You’ll have free time at the hotel until your transfer to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
20m · Admission ticket included

Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh, our driver will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Your room will be ready when you arrive.

Please Note:

At Ho Chi Minh Airport, parking for vehicles is about 150 meters from the arrival gate, so please be prepared for a short walk. We appreciate your understanding.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English tour guide for morning tour in Hanoi
Transfer: Group transfer & Private car

Day 4: Full day trip to Cu Chi tunnels and Mekong Delta (Join-in)

Ho Chi Minh City
1h

Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels
2h · Admission ticket included

Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining areas and tunnel system which include special living areas with kitchens and bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for the security purpose during the war. Afterwards, special tea and cassava (guerrillas’ food during the war) will be served.
Mekong Delta
2h

Continue to visit My Tho city. With boat trip on Tien River, you will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise along the riverside. Cruise through the small canal by sampan, treating yourself to the beauty of the countryside, and taking a short cycle ride around the village which will certainly be an unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour. Visit the coconut candy workshop, and enjoy seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea. Get a chance to listen to the Southern Vietnamese folk music which is performed by local people.
Ho Chi Minh City
Pass by

Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Farewell Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh Airport drop-off transfer

20m · Admission ticket included

On this day, you are free at your leisure until being picked up and transferred to the airport (without guide) for the departure flight. Meals on your own. End of services.

Our Services:

Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Guide: None
Transfer: Private car

Meeting and pickup

End point

After picking you up, we'll drop you off at your hotel in the Old Quarter

Pickup details

Once you land, our friendly driver will be waiting for you at Column 10 in the taxi pick-up area. They will transfer you to your hotel for check-in, making sure you arrive safely and comfortably.

We will update the car details for you accordingly.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.