(11 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis) Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Saigon
This comprehensive tour combines private cultural touring in some of Vietnam’s most exciting cities and charming towns with soft adventure bicycle and kayaking excursions through rural villages and scenic landscapes—all while staying at the most luxurious 5-star properties in each location.
Begin in Hanoi, Vietnam’s artistic and intellectual capital. Board cyclos for a ride around the lake and see the city's most beautiful French colonial architecture. Explore the fascinating Old Quarter and its hundreds of specialty shops selling silk clothing, lacquerware, embroidered linens, furniture, bamboo, cooking utensils, ceremonial objects and more. Attend an evening Water Puppet Theater performance. Visit ancient temples, excellent art and culture museums, and the city's best contemporary Vietnamese art galleries. One morning, enjoy a private meditation at an ancient pagoda and spend the day biking through rural villages outside of the city.
Spend the next two nights on an unforgettable luxury cruise in beautiful Halong Bay. Cruise among the limestone islands, feast on fresh seafood and gourmet meals, enjoy swimming, explore caves, and visit local islands and fishing communities. Kayaks will be provided for scenic excursions throughout the bay.
Next, fly to atmospheric Hoi An, a UNESCO-listed riverfront town with colorful historic homes, charming cafes, and interesting silk and fish markets. Explore the town’s beautiful back streets by bicycle and enjoy a sunset boat ride on the river. One day, opt for a bicycle excursion to My Son to see ancient Cham ruins or explore nearby rural farming villages. There will also be free time to relax at your luxury beach resort.
Finally, fly to dynamic Saigon, the country’s bustling commercial center. With your own expert guide and driver, experience the city's most interesting neighborhoods, historic attractions, museums, art galleries and shops, markets, and excellent restaurants. One day, opt to take an excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels and watch an eccentric religious ceremony at the main temple of Cao Daism, a unique fusion of world religions. Alternatively, take a full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta for an opportunity to cruise narrow waterways, visit floating marketing, and explore the countryside by bicycle.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive Hanoi
Arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights
Day 2
Hanoi
Full-day private tour of Hanoi. Evening water puppet performance
Day 3
Hanoi
Early morning private meditation at a temple. Private biking and/or hiking excursion in the countryside
Day 4
Hanoi – Halong Bay
Private transfer to Halong Bay and two nights on luxury cruise. Afternoon cruising on the bay and visit to local villages
Day 5
Halong Bay
Morning tai chi demonstration and full-day cruising and kayaking excursion on the bay
Day 6
Halong Bay – Hoi An
Private transfer and flight to Hoi An. Private arrival transfer to beach resort for 3 nights
Day 7
Hoi An
Half-day biking tour of Hoi An. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the beach
Day 8
Hoi An & My Son
Private biking excursion to My Son
Day 9
Hoi An – Saigon
Private transfer and flight to Saigon for 2 nights. Afternoon private city tour
Day 10
Saigon & environs
Private cultural excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai temple or full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta including a bicycle and boat tour
