17 Days – Ultimate Vietnam Explorer: From Saigon to Sapa & Halong

$1190/

per person
  • 17 Days
  • Max People : 12
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • Tour Code: V19S1
  • Start: Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
  • End: Ha Noi, Viet Nam
  • Tour Type: Private Tour
  • Places You’ll Visit: Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, Mekong Delta (My Tho), Da Nang, Hoi An, Ha Noi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay
  • Meals: 16 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Brunch, 1 Dinner

Why You’ll Love This Trip?

  • Explore Saigon’s colonial landmarks and hidden street food gems.
  • Navigate the Mekong Delta’s waterways and rural villages.
  • Experience Hoi An’s ancient charm, lantern-making, and river cuisine.
  • Walk across the iconic Golden Bridge in Ba Na Hills.
  • Climb to Vietnam’s Roof of Indochina on Fansipan peak.
  • Trek through tribal villages in Sapa’s breathtaking Muong Hoa Valley.
  • Cruise the emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay aboard luxury junks.

Why Travel With Us?

  • Trusted Local Experts in Vietnam
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  • Handpicked Accommodation
  • Private Guide & Comfort Transport
  • Easy Booking, Local Support
  • Responsive Customer Service
  • Free Booking Changes
  • Only 30% Deposit to Secure Your Spot

Itinerary Overview

Embark on an epic 17-day journey across Vietnam—from the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City and the peaceful Mekong Delta, to historic Hoi An, the soaring heights of Ba Na Hills, mountain villages in Sapa, and the breathtaking Lan Ha Bay. This all-encompassing tour offers cultural immersion, local culinary adventures, river cruises, trekking, and natural wonders. Ideal for travelers seeking an authentic deep dive into Vietnam’s traditions, landscapes, and vibrant heritage.


Travel Route: Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong → Danang → Hoi An → Ba Na Hills → Hue → Hanoi → Sapa → Ninh Binh → Lan Ha Bay → Hanoi Departure

Vietnam Destinations Map

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01: Arrival in Saigon
  • Day 02: Saigon City Tour, Cu Chi Tunnels & Food Tour (B)
  • Day 03: Mekong Delta Day Trip (B, L
  • Day 04: Vung Tau Beach & Landmarks (B)
  • Day 05: Fly Saigon → Danang → Hoi An Tour (B)
  • Day 06: Hoi An Walking, Village Boat Tour & Food Crawl (B)
  • Day 07: Ba Na Hills Excursion (B)
  • Day 08: Hoi An Cooking Class (B, L)
  • Day 09: Hoi An → Danang → Hue (B)
  • Day 10: Fly Hue → Hanoi City Tour (B)
  • Day 11: Drive Hanoi → Sapa → Cat Cat Village (B)
  • Day 12: Sapa Trek to Fansipan Peak & Waterfall (B)
  • Day 13: Lao Chai–Ta Van Trek → Return to Hanoi (B)
  • Day 14: Hanoi → Ninh Binh – Trang An & Mua Cave → Hanoi (B)
  • Day 15: Hanoi → Lan Ha Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
  • Day 16: Lan Ha Bay → Trung Trang Cave → Hanoi (B, L)
  • Day 17: Departure from Hanoi (B)

Detailed Itinerary

Transfer from Tan Son Nhat Airport to your centrally located hotel.

Free time to acclimate and relax.

  • Meals: None
  • Accommodation: Saigon hotel

Visit Independence Palace, Notre Dame, Central Post Office, and War Remnants Museum.

Afternoon trip to Cu Chi Tunnels—explore underground chambers, watch wartime videos, and taste cassava and tea. Optional gun range experience.

In the evening, explore Saigon’s street food – from phở to bánh xèo, grilled banana, Bánh mì, and more.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Saigon hotel

Cruise My Tho’s waterways—visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, Dragon and Unicorn Islands, and rural villages. Sample local fruits, honey tea, snacks, and coconut candy. Cycle through the countryside before returning to Saigon.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Accommodation: Saigon hotel

Day trip to Vung Tau: free time at Thuy Van beach, visit the giant Christ statue, Whale Temple, White Palace, and Cape Nghinh Phong. Return to Saigon in the evening.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Saigon hotel

Morning flight to Danang. Visit Marble Mountains and Monkey Mountain before checking into your hotel in Hoi An.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hoi An

Morning tour of Hoi An Ancient Town. Visit Japanese bridge, old houses, and local markets.

Afternoon boat trip through Cam Thanh Coconut Village and sand dunes. Evening street food crawl including local specialties and lantern river stroll.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hoi An

Cable car to Ba Na Hills. Walk the Golden Bridge, explore flower gardens, pagoda, and wine cellar, then return via Fantasy Park.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hoi An

Morning market visit and boat transfer to Red Bridge Cooking School. Learn to prepare Vietnamese dishes and enjoy your creations.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Accommodation: Hoi An

Scenic drive across Hai Van Pass and stop at Lang Co Beach. Afternoon walking tour of Hue’s Citadel, Imperial Museum, and Emperor Minh Mang's tomb.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hue

Flight to Hanoi. Visit Temple of Literature, Ba Dinh Square, Hoa Lo Prison, Old Quarter walk, and Ngoc Son Temple.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hanoi

Drive to Sapa, then trek to Cat Cat Village—home to traditional crafts, waterfall, and hydro station. Return to Sapa.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Sapa

Visit Silver Waterfall and Love Waterfall. Ride cable car to Fansipan peak—"Roof of Indochina."

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Sapa

Trek through rice terraces from Lao Chai to Ta Van villages. Return to Sapa, then travel back to Hanoi by limousine.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hanoi

Visit Hoa Lu; hike Mua Cave viewpoint then cruise through Trang An’s cave network. Return to Hanoi.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: Hanoi

Transfer to mon Chéri cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Kayak, swim, and enjoy sharky beauty of Tra Bau area. Cooking demo, dinner, night fishing or sky bar time.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Accommodation: Onboard cruise

Morning Tai Chi and cruise to Trung Trang Cave in Cat Ba. Return to port for lunch and Scenic drive back to Hanoi.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Accommodation: Hanoi

Final breakfast in Hanoi; free time until your airport transfer.

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Accommodation: None

Prices

Private Package Tour

  • Group of 8+ travelers: from USD $1190 per person

This price is the sample rate based on 3-star hotel accommodation and Halong Cruise quality 4 star. Final pricing may vary depending on travel dates, hotel category, and group size.

Thanks so much for checking out our tour itinerary! We're thrilled you're interested. The tour is fully customizable — whether upgrade hotels, adjust transportation, or the itinerary itself, we can tailor everything to fit your travel style. Just reach out for a custom quote!

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Notes

  • Standard Hotel Check-in: 2:00PM Check-out: 12:00 PM. Late Check-Out Can Be Arranged For A Surcharge.
  • All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
  • Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Inclusion & Exclusion

  • All Transport During Tour On Air - Conditioned Vehicle As Per Itinerary (Including Airport Pick Up & See Off)
  • Overnight In Shared Twin/ Double Room With Air-Condition (AC) At Hotel.
  • All In-Tour Stationed Local English Speaking Guide. There Is No Guide During Transfers Or On Free Days.
  • Meals As Indicated In The Program (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
  • Entrance Fees As Per Itinerary
  • Sharing Cruise In Halong Bay, Sharing Shuttle Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
  • Sharing Limousine Van Ha Noi - Sapa - Ha Noi
  • Personal Expenses
  • Others Not Mention In The Program Tour
  • International and domestic airfare
  • Vietnam visa fees
  • Any transportation not specified in the itinerary
  • Additional charges during public holidays (if applicable)

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