Meet your tour director this morning and set off to explore Hanoi. Visit the grounds of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and view the preserved body of Ho Chi Minh in its glass case. Wander through the park to the Presidential Palace, then stop by Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, the leader’s historic private residence which still stands just as it did over 50 years ago.
Next, enjoy a guided experience through the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university – built in the 11th century. Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, then venture across the Huc Bridge for a visit to the 18th-century Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake. From here, you can view the recognisable Turtle Tower, one of Vietnam’s most enduring architectural symbols.
In the evening, you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travellers to toast to your time in Hanoi.
Today, drive to the Tuan Chau Marina, where you’ll embark on an overnight cruise through Ha Long Bay. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, you’ll step aboard the magnificent Capella Cruise, your luxurious floating hotel for the night. After a welcome drink and a briefing from the cruise manager, you’ll settle in and discover the ship’s incredible facilities, including six decks, a pool, and a jacuzzi.
Enjoy a delicious lunch in the restaurant as you begin to glide out into the bay, watching as hundreds of jungle-topped limestone karsts rise majestically from the tranquil, emerald waters. The afternoon is yours to indulge; take a dip in the pool, make a splash on the thrilling waterslide, or find a spot on the expansive sundeck to watch a dazzling sunset over the bay. For those who have booked the Superior Upgrade, this moment is made even more special with an included hour of free-flow drinks. Your day culminates with dinner onboard before the vessel anchors for a magical night spent floating in a quiet cove, surrounded by the bay’s dramatic limestone peaks
Travel time: Drive – approx. 2.5 hours
Ha Long Bay overnight cruise on Capella
This morning, enjoy dawn on the expansive sundeck with fresh tea and coffee. Energise your body and soul during a tranquil tai chi class, watching the sun rise over the bay.
Continue your morning cruising among the tree-trimmed cliffs of Ha Long Bay’s Natural Preservation Zone. You’ll have the opportunity to admire your surroundings as you sail through this pristine environment, before packing up your things and preparing to disembark. Once the vessel arrives back at Tuan Chau Marina, rejoin your coach for the ride from Ha Long back to Hanoi Airport (HAN) and a flight onward to Da Nang (DAD).
Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in the coastal city of Hoi An for an evening at leisure.
Travel time: Drive – approx. three hours / Flying – approx. 80 minutes
This morning, your guide will lead you on a walking tour through Hoi An’s enchanting ancient town. You’ll visit the iconic 16th-century Japanese Covered Bridge , the Museum of Sa Huynh Culture where you can unearth the region’s Iron Age history , the 200-year-old Tran Family Chapel , and the traditional Fujian Assembly Hall, a 17th-century structure later repurposed as a temple for the sea goddess Thien Hau.
The afternoon is yours to relax and explore at your own pace. You may wish to indulge in your included spa treatment at Ginger Wellness today (available from 2:00 PM), or save this rejuvenating experience for tomorrow. For your evening, you could choose to join an optional street food tour to sample local specialties (surcharge applies) , or perhaps a half-day tour to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed My Son Sanctuary, a religious complex of ancient temples.
Travel time: Driving – approx. 15 minutes
Enjoy a full day at leisure to soak up the unique atmosphere of Hoi An and create your own adventure. This is another opportunity to use your included spa treatment if you haven’t already. You could also choose from several exciting optional excursions to enhance your day (surcharges apply).
Embark on a full-day trip to Ba Na Hills to see its spectacular landmarks, including the famous Golden Bridge held aloft by giant stone hands. Alternatively, immerse yourself in Vietnamese cuisine with a half-day Cooking Class & Biking Tour, or explore the peaceful countryside by eco-friendly buggy on a Hoi An Craft and Countryside tour, visiting traditional carpentry and pottery villages. The day is yours to design before your journey continues south tomorrow.
After breakfast, enjoy a final hour or two exploring Hoi An before being transferred back to Da Nang Airport (DAD) for your return flight to Ho Chi Minh City, historically known as Saigon. On arrival, you will check into the luxurious Pullman Saigon Centre to enjoy an evening of leisure exploring the hotel.
This evening, travellers who book a Superior Upgrade will enjoy a special dinner at ST25 by KOTO, where locally sourced ingredients are transformed into a flavourful feast.
Travel time: Drive – approx. 45 minutes / Flying – approx. 90 minutes
Your day of discovery begins with a morning journey to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, located 60 kilometres from Ho Chi Minh City. Considered a powerful remnant of the Vietnam War, this legendary city beneath a city is an extraordinary testament to the ingenuity of the Viet Cong. You’ll have a fascinating opportunity to explore the vast underground network and learn about its crucial role in the country’s history.
After returning to Ho Chi Minh City, you will embark on a guided tour of the city’s most important landmarks. You’ll see a fantastic blend of history and architecture, from the soaring Notre Dame Cathedral and the intricate detail of the historic Saigon Central Post Office to the grand Ho Chi Minh City Opera House and City Hall. The tour also includes a visit to the poignant War Remnants Museum and the Reunification Palace, where the war famously ended with the fall of Saigon in 1975. After a comprehensive day of sightseeing, the evening is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Travel time: Driving – approx. one hour
Enjoy your final full day in Vietnam with a day of leisure to explore Ho Chi Minh City at your own pace. You can spend the day shopping for souvenirs, revisiting a favourite landmark, or choosing from one of the exciting optional experiences available.
You could embark on a full-day optional excursion to the lush, watery world of the Mekong Delta, where you’ll cruise along canals, visit local workshops, and cycle through village paths to see a different side of Vietnamese life (surcharge applies). Alternatively, coffee lovers can immerse themselves in the city’s renowned cafe culture on a half-day ‘Vietnamese Coffee Culture Unveiled’ tour, sampling everything from traditional filter coffee to the famous local egg coffee (surcharge applies).
Tonight, your incredible journey through Vietnam concludes with a memorable farewell dinner. You and your fellow travellers will share stories, reflect on the highlights of your adventure, and toast to the experiences you’ve shared.
Travel time: Driving – approx. 1.5 hours
Today marks the end of your shared tour and the start of a relaxing five nights in Ho Tram.
After breakfast, you will board your transfer to Ho Tram, a vibrant beach town known as Vietnam’s ‘entertainment capital’. Once arrived, settle into your five-star, all-inclusive stay at Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort.
Awarded the Best Resort in Vietnam by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards, this beachfront oasis boasts some of the region’s most decadent dining. Your next five nights will be spent in an impeccable Deluxe Room Garden View with the luxury of a furnished balcony overlooking the resort’s pristine beachfront.
Your Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort inclusions:
- All-inclusive daily dining and free-flow drinks
- In-room minibar refreshed daily
- One 60-minute massage per adult at YHI Spa
- Daily return transfers from hotel to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
- Daily return shuttle service to Ho Chi Minh City, based on the resort’s schedule
- Return shuttle service to Vung Tau with a takeaway lunch, based on the resort’s schedule
- Daily wellness activities
- Complimentary cooking classes with local market visits
- Daily two-hour use of resort bicycles, subject to availability
- Daily complimentary use of non-motorised water sports
Travel time: Drive – approx. two hours
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort stay
Wake up in your impeccable Deluxe Room Garden View with the luxury of a furnished balcony overlooking the resort’s pristine beachfront and get ready to spend the day in paradise.
Your Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort inclusions:
- All-inclusive daily dining and free-flow drinks
- In-room minibar refreshed daily
- One 60-minute massage per adult at YHI Spa
- Daily return transfers from hotel to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
- Daily return shuttle service to Ho Chi Minh City, based on the resort’s schedule
- Return shuttle service to Vung Tau with a takeaway lunch, based on the resort’s schedule
- Daily wellness activities
- Complimentary cooking classes with local market visits
- Daily two-hour use of resort bicycles, subject to availability
- Daily complimentary use of non-motorised water sports
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort stay
Seize the day in Ho Tram at your luxury accommodation.
Your Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort inclusions:
- All-inclusive daily dining and free-flow drinks
- In-room minibar refreshed daily
- One 60-minute massage per adult at YHI Spa
- Daily return transfers from hotel to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
- Daily return shuttle service to Ho Chi Minh City, based on the resort’s schedule
- Return shuttle service to Vung Tau with a takeaway lunch, based on the resort’s schedule
- Daily wellness activities
- Complimentary cooking classes with local market visits
- Daily two-hour use of resort bicycles, subject to availability
- Daily complimentary use of non-motorised water sports
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort stay
Paradise is yours to claim on this exciting day in paradise.
Your Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort inclusions:
- All-inclusive daily dining and free-flow drinks
- In-room minibar refreshed daily
- One 60-minute massage per adult at YHI Spa
- Daily return transfers from hotel to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
- Daily return shuttle service to Ho Chi Minh City, based on the resort’s schedule
- Return shuttle service to Vung Tau with a takeaway lunch, based on the resort’s schedule
- Daily wellness activities
- Complimentary cooking classes with local market visits
- Daily two-hour use of resort bicycles, subject to availability
- Daily complimentary use of non-motorised water sports
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort stay
Savour your last night in an impeccable Deluxe Room Garden View with the luxury of a furnished balcony overlooking the resort’s pristine beachfront.
Your Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort inclusions:
- All-inclusive daily dining and free-flow drinks
- In-room minibar refreshed daily
- One 60-minute massage per adult at YHI Spa
- Daily return transfers from hotel to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
- Daily return shuttle service to Ho Chi Minh City, based on the resort’s schedule
- Return shuttle service to Vung Tau with a takeaway lunch, based on the resort’s schedule
- Daily wellness activities
- Complimentary cooking classes with local market visits
- Daily two-hour use of resort bicycles, subject to availability
- Daily complimentary use of non-motorised water sports
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort stay
Your Vietnam tour ends after breakfast, as you wave goodbye to your fellow travellers and make the private, two-hour journey back to Ho Chi Minh City for your flight.
Travel time: Drive – approx. two hours