Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Hanoi
You'll land in Hanoi and a Legend Travel Group driver will pick you up at the airport, taking you directly to your hotel. After checking in, the afternoon and evening are completely yours to do what you like. Rest up if you need it, or head out and start getting a feel for the city on your own terms.
Optional Activities
- Explore Hanoi city
- Day 2
Hanoi City Tour
Following breakfast, your guide leads you through Hanoi's key sites starting with Tran Quoc Pagoda on Golden Fish Island. From there, you'll see Ho Chi Minh Complex and One Pillar Pagoda before heading to the Vietnam Ethnology Museum (or Women's Museum if it's Monday). After lunch at a local spot, there's Temple of Literature next, then finishing at Hoa Lo Prison before heading back to your hotel by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Delicious Vietnamese lunch at a restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda
- Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex
- Visit One Pillar Pagoda
- Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum (or Women's Museum if Monday)
- Visit Temple of Literature
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison
- Guided city tour of Hanoi
Landmarks/POIs Tran Quoc Pagoda Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum One Pillar Pagoda Vietnam Ethnology Museum Temple of Literature Hoa Lo Prison - Day 3
Hanoi to Ninh Binh
The day starts with an 8:00 am departure from Hanoi for the 2.5-hour drive to Ninh Binh Province. You'll arrive around 10:30 am at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital to walk through two temples, then grab lunch. Afterward comes a boat trip down Ngo Dong River through the karst landscape, passing three caves along the way. You'll climb the 500 stone steps at Mua Cave for views across the region, then drive back to Hanoi, arriving around 8:00 pm.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Dinh Tien Hoang Temple
- Visit Le Hoan Temple
- Boat trip on Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc
- Visit Mua Cave
Optional Activities
- Climb 500 stone steps at Mua Cave for panoramic views
Landmarks/POIs Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Dinh Tien Hoang Temple Le Hoan Temple Tam Coc Mua Cave - Day 4
Hanoi to Halong Bay
After an 8:30 to 9:00 am start, you'll drive 3.5 hours to Halong City, passing countryside and rice paddies. At the port, you'll board a traditional Chinese Junk and set out into Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch features fresh seafood onboard, and you'll swim in the emerald water and explore Amazing Cave. By evening you'll anchor in a quiet spot for the night with dinner, relaxing under the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Fresh seafood lunch served onboard), Dinner (Dinner onboard the boat)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Halong Bay
- Visit the Amazing Cave
- Swim in Halong Bay waters
Optional Activities
- Swim in phosphorescent water
- Sleep under the stars on the top deck
Landmarks/POIs Halong Bay Amazing Cave - Day 5
Halong Bay to Hoi An
Rise early to catch the sunrise and have breakfast on the junk. You'll spend the morning cruising past thousands of islands and stopping at a floating fishing village to learn how the fishermen live and work. Lunch comes as you head back toward Halong City pier, arriving around 3:30 to 4:00 pm. From there, transfer directly to the airport for your flight to Hoi An, then head to your hotel with the rest of the evening free to wander the ancient town.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on the boat), Lunch (Lunch served on the boat while cruising back to Halong City)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing in Halong Bay
- Visit floating fishing village
Optional Activities
- Explore ancient town of Hoi An
- Stroll along picturesque streets
- Try local delicacies
- Shop for souvenirs
Landmarks/POIs Halong Bay Hoi An Ancient Town - Day 6
Hoi An Exploration
Start with a temple featuring gilded statues that blend Chinese and Japanese styles, then move to a pagoda dedicated to sailors and fishermen. There's also a 1700s chapel to see, and the Sa Huynh Museum sits near the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge. In the afternoon, take a boat on Thu Bon River to Kim Bong Village on Cam Kim Island to watch traditional woodworkers and shipbuilders at work. Spend the evening on your own exploring Hoi An's ancient town streets.
Included Activities
- Visit temple in central Hoi An
- Visit pagoda dedicated to sailors and fishermen
- Visit chapel dating to 1700s
- Visit Sa Huynh Museum
- Boat trip on Thu Bon River
- Visit Kim Bong Village
Optional Activities
- Leisurely explore Hoi An Ancient Town in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Sa Huynh Museum Japanese Covered Bridge Cam Kim Island Kim Bong Village Thu Bon River - Day 7
My Son UNESCO World Heritage Site
At 8:00 am you'll head out for My Son, a UNESCO site 50 km southwest with red brick Cham civilization towers and sanctuaries from the 7th to 13th centuries. You'll explore the intricate carvings and learn about Cham history throughout the morning. Back in Hoi An by 1:00 pm for lunch on your own, then spend the afternoon browsing lanterns, tailor shops, and handcrafted souvenirs at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit My Son UNESCO World Heritage Site
Optional Activities
- Shopping at local Hoi An shops
- Explore the town at own pace
- Browse lanterns and handcrafted souvenirs
Landmarks/POIs My Son - Day 8
Hoi An to Hue via Da Nang
After breakfast, you'll depart at 9:00 am heading toward Hue City with stops along the way. In Da Nang, check out the Cham Museum and Ngu Hanh Son Mountain (you'll pay for these tickets separately). Cross scenic Hai Van Pass for views of Son Tra Peninsula, then take a break at Lang Co Beach before arriving in Hue in the afternoon. Once you check in, the rest of the day is open for your own exploration of the imperial city.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Stop at Hai Van Pass for scenic views
Optional Activities
- Visit Cham Museum in Da Nang (tickets not included)
- Visit Ngu Hanh Son Mountain in Da Nang (tickets not included)
- Break at Lang Co Beach
- Explore Hue City
Landmarks/POIs Cham Museum Ngu Hanh Son Mountain Hai Van Pass Lang Co Beach Son Tra Peninsula - Day 9
Hue Imperial City Tour
After breakfast, a boat takes you along Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue's oldest and most important site. You'll visit the mausoleums of Emperor Khai Dinh and Tu Duc, then have lunch at a local restaurant. Next comes the Imperial Citadel and Purple Forbidden City, both UNESCO sites, followed by a stop at Thuy Xuan incense village to see traditional incense being made. The day wraps up at Dong Ba Market, the largest and most active market in Hue, before returning to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Boat trip along Perfume River
- Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
- Visit Emperor Khai Dinh Mausoleum
- Visit Emperor Tu Duc Mausoleum
- Visit Imperial Citadel
- Visit Purple Forbidden City
- Visit Thuy Xuan incense-making village
- Visit Dong Ba Market
Optional Activities
- Shop for souvenirs and handicrafts at Dong Ba Market
Landmarks/POIs Perfume River Thien Mu Pagoda Emperor Khai Dinh Mausoleum Emperor Tu Duc Mausoleum Imperial Citadel Purple Forbidden City Thuy Xuan incense-making village Dong Ba Market - Day 10
Hue to Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, you'll have free time in Hue until it's time to head to the airport. You'll fly to Ho Chi Minh City where someone will pick you up and take you to your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to relax at the hotel or start exploring this bustling city.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore Hue city
Landmarks/POIs Ho Chi Minh City - Day 11
Ho Chi Minh City Tour and Cu Chi Tunnels
Following breakfast, explore Ho Chi Minh City's landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral with its neo-Romanesque architecture and the Central Post Office designed by Gustave Eiffel with an ornate interior, plus Reunification Palace. After lunch at a local restaurant, you'll drive 75 km (about 1.5 hours) to Cu Chi Tunnels. You'll walk through over 200 km of underground tunnels, seeing trap doors, living areas, storage, weapon factories, hospitals, command centers, and kitchens, plus sample simple fighter cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
- Visit Central Post Office
- Visit Reunification Palace
- Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
- Explore Cu Chi Tunnels complex
Optional Activities
- Sample simple fighter cuisine at Cu Chi Tunnels
- Venture into the tunnels
Landmarks/POIs Notre Dame Cathedral Central Post Office Reunification Palace Cu Chi Tunnels - Day 12
Mekong Delta Day Trip
Departing at 8:00 am, you'll drive 75 km southeast to My Tho, capital of Tien Giang Province on the Mekong River. You'll explore one or two islands known for traditional handcrafts like coconut candy and bee farms, then visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, the region's oldest. A boat trip takes you along the Mekong to the pagoda, surrounded by gardens and intricate architecture. Back in Ho Chi Minh City by evening for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Mekong Delta islands producing handcrafts
- Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
- Boat trip on Mekong River
Optional Activities
- Visit coconut candy production on islands
- Visit bee farms on islands
Landmarks/POIs My Tho Vinh Trang Pagoda Mekong River - Day 13
Angkor Complex
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly to Siem Reap, arriving around noon to meet your guide. You'll dive into the Angkor Complex starting at Angkor Thom, a 10 sq km fortified city with the South Gate, causeway lined with demon and god statues. Then visit Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper Kings, Baphuon, Royal Enclosure, and Phimeanakas. The mysterious Bayon Temple with its giant stone faces and intricate bas reliefs comes next, finishing at a temple for sunset views before heading to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City)
Included Activities
- Visit Angkor Thom
- Visit Terrace of the Elephants
- Visit Terrace of the Leper Kings
- Visit Baphuon
- Visit Royal Enclosure
- Visit Phimeanakas
- Visit Bayon Temple
- Sunset viewing at ancient temple
Landmarks/POIs Angkor Thom South Gate of Angkor Thom Terrace of the Elephants Terrace of the Leper Kings Baphuon Royal Enclosure Phimeanakas Bayon Temple - Day 14
Angkor Wat and Additional Temple Tours
After breakfast, you'll visit Angkor Wat, the largest and best-preserved Khmer temple, crossing the vast moat and broad causeway with naga balustrades to reach the central sanctuary with countryside views. See the 1,700 Apsaras celestial dancers carved into stone and the longest continuous bas-relief depicting Hindu mythology. You'll also explore Ta Prohm with its jungle atmosphere, Banteay Srei in pink sandstone with exquisite carvings, plus Takeo, Thommanon, Chau Say Tevoda, and another look at Ta Prohm before returning to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Angkor Wat
- Visit Ta Prohm
- Visit Banteay Srei Temple
- Visit Takeo
- Visit Thommanon
- Visit Chau Say Tevoda
Landmarks/POIs Angkor Wat Ta Prohm Banteay Srei Takeo Thommanon Chau Say Tevoda - Day 15
Siem Reap to Bangkok
After breakfast, you have free time to relax at the hotel or explore Siem Reap on your own. Later, transfer to the airport for your Bangkok flight. Upon arrival, you'll be picked up and taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to take in Bangkok's street life, food scene, and culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore Siem Reap city
- Day 16
Bangkok Temples and Floating Market
An early transfer takes you to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, one of Thailand's top attractions. You'll take a boat through small canals to observe local life, visit a coconut farm for fresh coconut juice, and browse seasonal fruits like rambutan, mangoes, and papaya. Back in Bangkok for lunch, then visit Wat Traimit with its 900-year-old solid gold Buddha weighing 5.5 tons. Next is Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn), Bangkok's most recognizable landmark, followed by Wat Po, the city's largest temple famous for its Reclining Buddha. The rest of the afternoon is free at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch in Bangkok center)
Included Activities
- Boat tour at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Visit coconut farm and sample fresh coconut juice
- Visit Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha)
- Visit Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn)
- Visit Wat Po (Temple with Reclining Buddha)
Optional Activities
- Browse seasonal fruits at the market
- Explore Bangkok
Landmarks/POIs Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Wat Traimit Wat Arun Wat Po - Day 17
Bangkok to Phuket City Tour
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly to Phuket. Your local guide will meet you at the domestic building exit gate 1. The sightseeing tour drives through the island showing its natural beauty, hitting Phuket Old Town with Sino-Portuguese buildings, the Cashew Nut Factory, Wang Thalang Gem Gallery, Chalong Temple (the most important one), and Big Buddha on Khao Nak Kerd for panoramic views. Stop at Karon View Point to see Kata Noi, Kata, and Karon bays plus Koh Poo island before dropping you at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Phuket Old Town
- Visit Cashew Nut Factory
- Visit Wang Thalang/Gem Gallery
- Visit Chalong Temple
- Visit Big Buddha on Khao Nak Kerd
- Visit Karon View Point
Optional Activities
- Sample culinary delights at Cashew Nut Factory
Landmarks/POIs Phuket Old Town Chalong Temple Big Buddha Karon View Point - Day 18
Phi Phi Islands Snorkeling
After breakfast, you'll head to the pier and board a boat to Phi Phi Island. You'll see Phi Phi Leh Island's scenic spots and Long Beach on Phi Phi Don Island. Switch to a small boat for snorkeling near Long Beach in crystal clear water with abundant marine life. Buffet lunch comes at Long Beach, then the rest of the afternoon is yours for more snorkeling, swimming, or relaxing on the beach until you transfer back to your Phuket hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don Island)
Included Activities
- Boat trip to Phi Phi Island
- Visit Phi Phi Leh Island
- Visit Long Beach on Phi Phi Don Island
- Snorkeling near Long Beach
- Buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don Island
Optional Activities
- Additional snorkeling
- Swimming
- Relax on the beach
Landmarks/POIs Phi Phi Leh Island Phi Phi Don Island Long Beach - Day 19
Departure from Phuket
You'll enjoy breakfast at the hotel with free time to relax and use the amenities before leaving. Transfer to Phuket airport at the right time for your flight, and that's where Legend Travel Group's services wrap up. Safe travels, and thanks for choosing us.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Relax at hotel amenities
