Destinations: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Lan Ha Bay
Destinations: Mai Chau
Vietnam calls you to the ultimate 12-day indulgence with a private journey from Ho Chi Minh City to the lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An, the waterways of Lan Ha Bay and Hanoi’s historic quarters. Along the way, experience world-class stays at a curated collection of Vietnam’s most distinctive addresses. Stay at Park Hyatt Saigon, Namia Retreat and aboard Heritage Line Ylang before settling into Fairmont Hanoi’s exclusive Fairmont Gold experience, where dedicated concierge service, private lounge access and rooftop drinks add a polished finish to your time in the capital.
Reach the Cu Chi Tunnels by private speedboat, arriving ahead of the larger crowds, explore Ho Chi Minh City’s defining landmarks, follow Hoi An’s hidden cocktail scene and dine aboard a Thu Bon River cruise. Continue north by domestic flight to Lan Ha Bay, a less-traveled alternative to the more familiar waters of Ha Long Bay, where two lavish nights aboard Heritage Line Ylang offer a refined perspective on Vietnam’s karst coast. In Hanoi, explore the city by vintage Vespa, cycle through the Old Quarter and raise a glass at Fairmont’s rooftop terrace.
From fast-track airport services and limousine transfers to free-flow drinks aboard Ylang, Fairmont Gold lounge access and included tipping, every detail has been considered. Each moment is fully guided from check-in to checkout with sensational dining experiences and top-tier room selections at every stop. There’s simply nothing like touring Vietnam in the utmost luxury with your only concern the quality of each evening’s sunset.
Destinations: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Lan Ha Bay
Destinations: Mai Chau
Enjoy your tour’s first hotel breakfast before meeting your guide and heading to the river. Here, you’ll board a private speedboat bound for Cu Chi, allowing you to reach the historical site ahead of the morning’s large bus tour groups.
Following your guide, learn how the tunnels operated as communication routes, hospitals, living quarters and supply passages during the Vietnam War. You’ll also have the opportunity to enter a short section of the tunnels yourself.
Learn about the resilience and ingenuity of those who lived here, witnessing cleverly disguised entrances and the notorious bamboo-spiked traps that made this area so formidable.
Return to your boat on the river and continue back to the city where a prix fixe lunch awaits at Mandarine restaurant.
Your afternoon tour continues at the moving War Remnants Museum, followed by Ho Chi Minh City landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, Opera House, City Hall and the historic Reunification Palace.
The rest of the evening is at leisure.
Wake to a full day at leisure as you design your day of discovery around Ho Chi Minh City. Another hotel breakfast gives you the energy to browse the boutiques and galleries of District 1, pause for a taste of traditional Vietnamese coffee or return to the river for some promenade people watching. Make sure to consult your private guide for advice on how to plan the day around your interests.
Alternatively, consider an optional full-day experience along the Mekong Delta, traveling by limousine and motorboat (surcharges apply).
This morning brings a final hotel breakfast in Ho Chi Minh City as you meet your transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Upon landing at Da Nang International Airport (DAD), another private transfer carries you to Namia Retreat in Hoi An, perched beside the Thu Bon River. Check-in to your pool villa and explore the resort’s peaceful setting.
Namia’s considered design and riverside location create a calm contrast to the energy of Vietnam’s megacities. During your stay, enjoy a daily wellness journey, cultural activities, resort shuttle access and a complimentary scheduled sunset cruise with cocktails, mocktails and canapes.
The day and night are at leisure as you settle into the gentle pace of Hoi An.
Your Namia Retreat inclusions:
Travel time: Driving – approx. 85 minutes / Flying – approx. 80 minutes
Enjoy the morning at your own pace, perhaps relaxing in your villa or exploring Hoi An’s riverside lanes. In the late afternoon, join your guide for a walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town.
Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Sa Huynh Culture Museum, Tran Family Chapel and Fujian Assembly Hall, learning how Hoi An’s trading history shaped its architecture and cultural traditions.
As evening falls, follow an experienced host through four carefully selected spaces for a one-of-a-kind Secret Cocktail Experience. Throughout the tour, savor four unique cocktails paired with snacks while hearing stories of Hoi An’s past, present and evolving food and drink culture.
The rest of the evening is at leisure.
Enjoy another unhurried day in Hoi An before boarding the Merchant River Cruise in the late afternoon. As the Thu Bon River changes color in the evening light, sip sundowner cocktails and sample canapés before sitting down for a five-course prix fixe dinner, inspired by the region’s culinary traditions. Sustainable wines, sparkling wine, local beer, kombucha, juices and soft drinks are served throughout the experience.
Return to Namia pier at approximately 8.30pm, with plenty of time to wander the riverside or head back to your room for a restful night.
Enjoy one more breakfast in Hoi An before transferring back to Da Nang airport for your flight to Hai Phong (HPH), then continue by private vehicle to the coast. From here, a speedboat shuttles you to Heritage Line Ylang.
Settle into your suite and begin a two-night journey through Lan Ha Bay, where limestone islands rise from calm, jade-colored water. The ship’s interiors draw on local poetry and floral motifs, creating a refined atmosphere that feels closely connected to the surrounding landscape.
All onboard meals are included, leaving you to appreciate the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll also savor free-flow beer, wine, cocktails, spirits, sparkling wine and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day.
Travel time: Driving – two hours / Flying – approx. 1.5 hours
Wake to tai chi on deck as Ylang sails toward Cat Ba Island and its national park. A scenic transfer and gentle hike introduce you to the reserve’s forests, waterways and diverse ecology.
Return to the ship for lunch and a leisurely afternoon. Take a dip at the beach, enjoy a drink on the deck or choose a spa treatment, steam bath or sauna.
As the ship reaches its evening mooring, savor a multi-course dinner. You may join a guided singing-bowl meditation or retreat to your suite’s private balcony as the bay settles into the evening.
Begin with tai chi, Vietnamese coffee and pastries before kayaking through the cliffs and islets of Frog Lake. After breakfast or brunch, return to port, farewell your shipmates and take a speedboat to the mainland before a private transfer to Hanoi.
Arriving at your tour’s final destination, check-in to Fairmont Hanoi and head up to your Gold room with lounge access and lush street views. If your room is not yet ready, you can use the Gold Lounge and its dedicated concierge service. If the timing is right, perhaps the lounge’s afternoon canapes will be in service, otherwise a complimentary in-room minibar should fill your afternoon.
This evening, explore Hanoi by vintage Vespa. Enjoy a welcome drink near Hanoi Cathedral, sample local specialties in Ngu Xa Village, dine on cha ca (grilled fish with turmeric and dill) and visit Ba Dinh Square before finishing with live music and drinks at a local bar.
Travel time: Driving – approx. two hours
Your first full day at Fairmont Hanoi begins with a sumptuous breakfast in the lounge before heading out on a private city tour.
Begin at Hoan Kiem Lake, visiting Ngoc Son Temple on its picturesque island and crossing the celebrated red bridge. Continue with a curated Vietnamese coffee and banh mi tasting before exploring the Old Quarter by cyclo.
Stop at St Joseph’s Cathedral, then visit the Temple of Literature, founded in 1076 as Vietnam’s first university and a center of Confucian learning.
After lunch at Tam Vi, view the lively Train Street area from a safe and suitable location. This concludes your city tour but the evening is only just getting started.
Return to the hotel where two hours of unlimited drinks and light bites are served at Fairmont’s rooftop terrace. Toast to your tour with Hanoi’s skyline as your backdrop and reflect on a magical trip so far.
The rest of the evening is at leisure.
Your final full day in Vietnam starts with another leisurely Fairmont breakfast, as you plan your movements for the day ahead. Perhaps you’ll revisit a favorite neighborhood, shop for local lacquerware and silk, or enjoy the Fairmont Gold Lounge’s attentive service and refreshments.
In the evening, gather for dinner at Tran Dynasty restaurant. A set menu with wine pairing provides a fitting final table for the tour, bringing together the flavors and experiences you’ve encountered across the past 10 nights.
Enjoy a final morning in Hanoi before your private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) where fast-track departure services will make your onward journey as smooth as possible.
Travel time: Driving – approx. 50 minutes
Indulge in a two-night voyage through Lan Ha Bay aboard Heritage Line Ylang, a beautifully designed ship inspired by the natural forms of Vietnam’s karst coast. Wake to Tai Chi on deck as limestone islands rise from water, then venture ashore to explore Cat Ba National Park or kayak through the cliffs and islets of Frog Lake.
Between excursions, retreat to your Signature Suite, swim from a natural beach or unwind with a spa treatment or sauna. As evening settles across the bay, enjoy sunset drinks, multi-course dining and selected unlimited drinks.
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Your tour begins at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and ends at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), with return airport transfers.
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Important Destination Information:
Time zone: GMT+7
Telephone: +84
Currency: Vietnamese dong (VND)
Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within the city. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas.
Language: Vietnamese
Climate: Vietnam has a tropical climate which is dominated by the monsoon season. The temperature in Vietnam typically ranges between 21°C and 35°C throughout the year.