Itinerary
- Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
You'll arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and meet your travel group this evening. The rest of the night is yours to explore the city on your own terms, whether that means wandering the streets, grabbing dinner somewhere local, or just taking it easy after your arrival.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vien Dong Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City independently
Landmarks/POIs Notre Dame Cathedral General Post Office Presidential Palace - Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Start with a walking tour through Ho Chi Minh's main sites, then head to the War Remnants Museum to learn about the city's complex history. You'll catch a flight down to Nha Trang on the coast afterward, where turquoise waters and golden sand wait for you. The afternoon is free to do whatever you'd like, whether that's hitting the beach or exploring the town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vien Dong Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ho Chi Minh City walking tour
- War Remnants Museum visit
- Flight to Nha Trang
Optional Activities
- Beach exploration in Nha Trang
Landmarks/POIs War Remnants Museum 
- Day 3
Nha Trang
You've got the whole day in Nha Trang to relax and enjoy the beach scene. If you're interested, there are options like getting a massage or taking an optional cruise. Head back to your hotel in time to clean up before boarding the overnight train heading north to Hoi An.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Overnight Train)
Included Activities
- Overnight train to Hoi An
Optional Activities
- Massage
- Optional cruise
- Beach time
- Day 4
Hoi An
After the overnight train, you'll pull into Hoi An, a UNESCO-listed port town that's been around since the 15th century. The day opens up for bike rides through town, visits to ancient houses, and if you're into it, a stop at a tailor for custom-made clothes. There's an optional cooking class in the evening if you want to learn Vietnamese techniques.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Qualia De Hotel Hoi An (Previously Le Pavillon Paradise) (or similar))
Included Activities
- Bike riding through Hoi An
- Ancient house visit
- Custom tailoring visit
Optional Activities
- Vietnamese cooking class (up to 4 traditional dishes)
Landmarks/POIs Hoi An Ancient Town - Day 5
Hoi An
You'll have free time to wander through galleries and market stalls, trying local food as you go. There's an optional bamboo basket boat ride available if you want to get out on the water, and fresh coconut water is included in your day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Qualia De Hotel Hoi An (Previously Le Pavillon Paradise) (or similar))
Included Activities
- Fresh coconut water experience
Optional Activities
- Gallery exploration
- Market stall exploration
- Bamboo Basket Boat ride
- Local food tasting
- Day 6
Hoi An to Hanoi via Da Nang
After breakfast in Hoi An, you'll travel to Da Nang for a flight up to Hanoi, the country's capital. Once you arrive, you're heading straight to KOTO restaurant for lunch, a place known for supporting disadvantaged youth through their work. Later, you'll check out the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum before having the evening free to explore the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (High-quality meal at KOTO Restaurant supporting disadvantaged youth training program)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hanoi Larosa Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Flight from Da Nang to Hanoi
- KOTO Restaurant meal
- Temple of Literature visit
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum visit
Optional Activities
- Evening exploration of Hanoi
Landmarks/POIs Temple of Literature Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum 
- Day 7
Ninh Binh
You're heading into Vietnam's natural heart today, riding in legendary army jeeps through cool tropical breezes and lush green landscapes. Spend the afternoon soaking in the scenery and fresh air. Bird-watching opportunities are there if that interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ninh Binh Hidden Charm Hotel & Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Army jeep ride through Ninh Binh
Optional Activities
- Bird-watching
Landmarks/POIs Ninh Binh Valley 
- Day 8
Halong Bay
Get up early to hike 500 steps to Mua Cave and catch the sunrise over the valley below. After that, you'll drive through striking scenery before boarding a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay. You'll drift past hidden lagoons, thick forests, and cave systems, with a stop at Ti Top Island. Dinner features fresh seafood, and you'll catch the sunset from the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Fresh seafood dinner at sunset docking spot)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Junk Boat (Special Stay))
Included Activities
- Mua Cave trek (500 steps) with sunrise
- Chinese-style junk boat experience
- Hidden lagoons and grottos exploration
- Ti Top Island visit
- Fresh seafood dinner
- Sunset viewing
Landmarks/POIs Mua Cave Halong Bay Ti Top Island 
- Day 9
Halong Bay
Take it slow this morning with breakfast on the boat. Explore Sung Sot Caves and enjoy the views from your boat throughout the day. There's an optional dinner before heading to Ta Hien later for some nightlife in the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hanoi Larosa Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Sung Sot Caves exploration
- Junk boat time
Optional Activities
- Dinner on boat
- Ta Hien nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Sung Sot Caves - Day 10
Hanoi
You've got a free day in Hanoi to explore at your own pace and see what the city has to offer. Later that evening, you'll board an overnight bus heading north to your next destination.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Overnight Bus)
Included Activities
- Overnight bus transport
Optional Activities
- Hanoi exploration
- Day 11
Dong Van
You'll arrive early at a local homestay and can catch some more sleep if needed. After breakfast, you're driving the Ha Giang Loop, seeing Heaven Gate, Twin Mountain, and Tham Ma slope along the way. You'll visit an ancient palace and meet H'mong linen weavers who are keeping traditional crafts alive. Dinner happens with your group, and you'll stay overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious local food with crew)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dong Van Homestay (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ha Giang Loop drive (Heaven Gate, Twin Mountain, Tham Ma slope, ancient palace)
- H'mong linen weaving cooperative visit
- Local food dinner
Landmarks/POIs Heaven Gate Twin Mountain Tham Ma Slope Ancient Palace Lung Tam Linen Cooperative - Day 12
Ma Pi Leng Peak
Following breakfast, you'll trek with a local guide to Ma Pi Leng peak, walking the Sky Path with limestone cliff views, Hmong villages, and cornfields surrounding you. After lunch, a boat cruise takes you to a riverside campsite at Tu San Canyon. You'll camp overnight with the Nho Que river as your backdrop, with dinner and traditional music from the crew.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner with music with crew)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nho Que River Camping (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ma Pi Leng peak trek
- Sky Path hike
- Tu San Canyon visit
- Boat cruise
- Riverside camping
- Dinner with music
Landmarks/POIs Ma Pi Leng Peak Tu San Canyon Nho Que River - Day 13
Nho Que River
Start the morning kayaking on the turquoise Nho Que River. Back at your accommodation for breakfast, then it's a boat ride to the harbor. You'll grab lunch locally and meet an H'mong musician playing the traditional Qeej flute. The drive includes stops at viewpoints throughout the day, ending with dinner featuring local flavors.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at accommodation with views of Nho Que river), Lunch (Lunch at local spot with incredible views of Nho Que river - photo ops hotspot), Dinner (Memorable dinner with local flavors and good vibes, feels like a warm hug from the heart of the destination)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Du Gia Panorama Ecolodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Kayaking on Nho Que River
- Local boat cruise
- Qeej flute performance
- Viewpoint drives
- Local dinner
Landmarks/POIs Nho Que River - Day 14
Ha Giang to Ho Chi Minh City
Chase a waterfall early on before packing up. You'll wind through terraced rice paddies and dramatic limestone karsts, so bring your camera. After local lunch, you'll reach Ha Giang and settle into reclining seats for the overnight bus back to Ho Chi Minh City where your trip started. By the end, you'll swap contact info with everyone and wrap up the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Local lunch in Ha Giang)
Included Activities
- Waterfall visit
- Overnight bus to Ho Chi Minh City
Landmarks/POIs Du Gia Waterfall
