DURATION
11 Days / 10 Nights
ROUTE
North to South Vietnam
TRAVEL STYLE
Classic & Cultural
HIGHLIGHTS
Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An & Cu Chi

TOUR OVERVIEW

Experience Vietnam from North to South

Discover some of Vietnam’s most iconic destinations on this 11 Day North to South Vietnam Highlights Tour, travelling from historic Hanoi to vibrant Ho Chi Minh City.
 
Begin in Hanoi before cruising among the dramatic limestone islands of Halong Bay and spending a memorable night on the water. Continue south by overnight train to Hue, where imperial monuments, royal tombs and the Perfume River reveal Vietnam’s fascinating royal heritage.
 
Travel onward to Hoi An and explore the ancient Cham sanctuary of My Son before flying from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City. Complete your journey with a visit to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels before departing from Southern Vietnam.
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YOUR TRIP AT A GLANCE

Tour Information

Duration
11 Days / 10 Nights
Start
Hanoi
Finish
Ho Chi Minh City
Destinations
Hanoi • Halong Bay • Hue • Hoi An • Ho Chi Minh City
Tour Style
Culture • Heritage • Classic Vietnam
Transport Highlights
Halong Cruise • Sleeper Train • Domestic Flight
Customization
Available

DAY BY DAY

Detailed Itinerary

Travel across Vietnam from north to south, combining spectacular natural scenery, UNESCO heritage, imperial history and one of the country’s most fascinating wartime sites.

Welcome to Vietnam. Upon arrival in Hanoi, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel.
 
The remainder of the day is free at leisure, giving you time to relax after your journey or begin exploring Vietnam’s capital at your own pace.
 
Meals: None
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Overnight: Hanoi
After breakfast, depart Hanoi and travel through the countryside towards spectacular Halong Bay.
 
Board your cruise and begin sailing among the hundreds of limestone islands and dramatic karst formations rising from the emerald waters of the bay.
 
Enjoy lunch on board and visit one of the bay’s impressive caves with its remarkable stalactites and stalagmites.
 
As evening approaches, the cruise anchors among the limestone peaks for an unforgettable night on Halong Bay.
 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Overnight: Halong Bay Cruise
Wake to the peaceful scenery of Halong Bay and begin the morning with a Tai Chi session on board.
 
Continue cruising through the spectacular limestone landscape and emerald waters while enjoying the final morning on the bay.
 
After returning to the wharf, travel back to Hanoi for another overnight stay in the capital.
 
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
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Overnight: Hanoi
Enjoy a free day in Hanoi to relax or explore the city independently.
 
You may spend your time wandering through the Old Quarter, discovering local cafés and markets, or simply relaxing before continuing your journey south.
 
In the evening, transfer to Hanoi Railway Station and board the overnight sleeper train to Hue.
 
Settle into your sleeper cabin for the overnight rail journey through Vietnam.
 
Meals: Breakfast
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Overnight: Sleeper Train to Hue
Arrive at Hue Railway Station in the morning, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
 
The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Relax at your hotel or begin discovering the atmosphere of Vietnam’s former imperial capital at your own pace.
 
Meals: None
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Overnight: Hue
Begin your exploration of Hue with a peaceful morning boat journey along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks.
 
Continue by road to the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, a beautiful royal complex surrounded by landscaped gardens and tranquil scenery.
 
In the afternoon, visit the Imperial Citadel, the historic seat of the Nguyen Dynasty and one of Vietnam’s most important cultural landmarks.
 
Complete the day’s sightseeing with a visit to Dong Ba Market, where you can experience the colors and everyday life of Hue.
 
Overnight: Hue
After breakfast, leave Hue and travel south towards Hoi An.
 
On arrival in Hoi An, check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
 
Spend your free time exploring the atmospheric streets, riverside cafés, shops and historic surroundings of this charming Central Vietnam destination.
 
Meals: Breakfast
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Overnight: Hoi An
After breakfast, meet your guide and travel approximately 40 kilometers southwest of Hoi An to My Son Sanctuary.
 
Set in a lush valley, My Son was an important religious and cultural center of the ancient Champa civilization and is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
 
Explore the surviving red-brick towers and sanctuaries while learning about the history, architecture and spiritual traditions of the Cham people.
 
After the visit, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Hoi An.
 
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
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Overnight: Hoi An
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and free time until your scheduled airport transfer.
 
Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
 
On arrival in Southern Vietnam, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in the country’s largest and most dynamic city.
 
Meals: Breakfast
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Flight: Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Depart Ho Chi Minh City in the morning for an excursion to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels.
 
Discover the remarkable underground tunnel network constructed and expanded during years of conflict. Learn how the tunnels incorporated living areas, kitchens, storage spaces and command facilities.
 
Watch an introduction to the history and construction of the tunnels before exploring part of the underground network and seeing displays related to the wartime site.
 
After the visit, return to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
 
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel followed by free time until your departure transfer.
 
At the appropriate time, transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward flight.
 
Your 11 Day North to South Vietnam Highlights Tour comes to an end. We hope you leave Vietnam with wonderful memories of your journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City.
 
Meals: Breakfast
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Finish: Ho Chi Minh City

VIETNAM IN ONE JOURNEY

Tour Highlights

Travel from north to south and experience Vietnam’s spectacular landscapes, imperial heritage, ancient cultures and fascinating history.

01

Discover Hanoi

Begin your journey in Vietnam’s historic capital and experience the atmosphere of Northern Vietnam.

02

Overnight on Halong Bay

Cruise among spectacular limestone islands, explore a cave and spend the night surrounded by the scenery of Halong Bay.

03

Travel Vietnam by Train

Experience an overnight sleeper train journey from Hanoi to Hue as you travel from Northern to Central Vietnam.

04

Explore Imperial Hue

Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, Emperor Tu Duc’s tomb, the Imperial Citadel and the colorful Dong Ba Market.

05

Discover My Son Sanctuary

Explore the ancient Cham temples of UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary in the countryside near Hoi An.

06

Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels

Discover one of Southern Vietnam’s most significant historic sites and its remarkable underground tunnel network.

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GOOD TO KNOW

What’s Included & Excluded

What’s Included

  • 8 nights of hotel accommodation
  • 1 night aboard a Halong Bay cruise
  • 1 night aboard the sleeper train from Hanoi to Hue in a 4-berth cabin
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Guided overnight Halong Bay cruise
  • Guided My Son Sanctuary tour
  • Guided Cu Chi Tunnels tour
  • English-speaking local guides for included sightseeing
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees for the visits mentioned in the itinerary
  • Sleeper train ticket from Hanoi to Hue
  • Domestic flight ticket from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City

What’s Not Included

  • International airfare to and from Vietnam
  • Travel insurance
  • Beverages during meals
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses such as telephone and laundry
  • Services not indicated in the inclusions
  • VAT

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02

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03

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04

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The journey includes Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, My Son Sanctuary, Ho Chi Minh City and the Cu Chi Tunnels.

Yes. The tour begins in Hanoi in Northern Vietnam and finishes in Ho Chi Minh City in Southern Vietnam, with stops in Central Vietnam along the way.

Yes. The itinerary includes an overnight cruise on Halong Bay with meals and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary.

Yes. The tour includes an overnight sleeper train journey from Hanoi to Hue in a 4-berth cabin.

Yes. The domestic flight ticket from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City is included according to the tour inclusions.

Yes. A guided visit to UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary is included while staying in Hoi An.

Yes. Day 10 includes an excursion from Ho Chi Minh City to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels.

Yes. Tell us your travel dates, group size, accommodation preferences and interests, and our team can help tailor the itinerary to your requirements.

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