Experience the captivating history of Vietnam on this 10-day journey. Begin in Hanoi, exploring its ancient temples and bustling streets. Cruise through the mystical beauty of Halong Bay before returning to Hanoi. Fly to Da Nang and immerse yourself in the charm of Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town. Continue to Hue, where you’ll discover the rich imperial history of the city. From there, travel to vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, exploring its bustling markets and historical landmarks. Finally, visit the vibrant Cai Be Floating Market in the mesmerizing Mekong Delta before departing from Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam Historical – 10 Days 9 Nights
Jose Hai / WhatsApp
“Quick question” for our support team?
Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights
Destination: Halong Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue, Mekong Delta, Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City
Destination: Halong Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue, Mekong Delta, Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
You’ll be landing in Hanoi, where you will receive a warm welcome from our English speaking guide and driver, who will take you to your hotel for check in. You’ll get a start to Vietnam to remember, with a relaxing walk through some of Hanoi’s biggest attractions; the Opera House, Old Quarter, HoanKiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. And what better way to start an evening with a taste of authentic Vietnamese cuisine?
Day 2: Hanoi City Tour
Today will be a full day of exploring Vietnam’s charming capital. With a mix of Viet-Franco colonial architecture, a plethora of peaceful, sparkling lakes and huge ancient oriental pagodas, Hanoi makes for a mix that has an appeal for every type of tourist imaginable. This tour will take you to Hanoi’s key sites, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the Presidential Palace, Temple of Literature, the Quan Thanh Temple and West Lake. By evening, you will enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Performance – a unique piece of Vietnamese Cultural Art hailing from Southeast Asia, helping you round of a day of sight-seeing in style before your second leg of the journey.
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay- Overnight on cruise
After a great breakfast to set you up for the day, you’ll be embarking on a 3 to 4 hour drive to the beautiful Halong Bay, where you will spend 24 hours atop the calm waves out on the emerald waters of one of the most beautiful places on Earth. You’ll be there by noon, just in time for an amazing gourmet fresh seafood lunch as you leave aboard your ship. It will take you around some of Halong’s many islands, and even give you the opportunity to take a dip in the mystical waters on an island cove with a sheltered white-sand beach of the Gulf of Tonkin (weather permitting). You’ll get to spend the night in your own private cabin on the surface of the water, ensuring a peaceful night of sleep.
Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Da Nang
For those of you with an interest in martial arts, you have the opportunity to engage in some early morning Tai Chi on the top deck of your ship, or simply catch the breeze and the sun amidst a beautiful sunrise over the bay with a cup of coffee or tea in hand. But that’s not all, as you’ll be visiting the islands by rowing boat before returning to the junk for breakfast to head back to the dock. The sundeck will be your front row seat for the breathtaking landscapes visible from the top deck as you navigate back to Halong City. Have brunch on board the boat before returning to Halong pier. Your driver will wait for you there to take you to the airport for your departure to your next destination! A comfortable, warm hotel in Hoi An awaits, right by the riverside.
Day 5: Hoi An
Today will begin with an adventure to the legendary My Son Sanctuary, a group of ruined Hindu temples dating back to the Champa Kingdom, where you can marvel upon the rich history carved into the walls and the site all around you. By afternoon, you will have a tour around the lovely town and bear witness to some of the biggest landmarks in the area, like Japanese Bridge, Chinese Temple and the former Vietnamese merchants’ houses.
Day 6: Hoi An - Hue
By morning, you will be transferred to Hue, one of the most historically rich cities in Vietnam, taking a route via the Han Van Pass, towering over 500m high and boasting of some great panoramic views and photo opportunities for miles. Along the way, you’ll pass the Marble Mountain, famous for delicate stone sculptures and crafts. You’ll even get the chance to visit it on your way through, and eventually arrive in Hue in the afternoon. Once you’re all checked in, you’ll have the entire day to do whatever you so desire. But make sure you get some rest!
Day 7: Hue - Ho Chi Minh City
Now that you’re here in one of the most culturally rich cities in the country, you’ll be indulging on all there is to see! You’ll have the chance to take a Royal Dragon Boat to the seven-storey Thien Mu Pagoda while sailing along the highly romantic Perfume River. Where you are, after all, is a city with over a millennia of history. So your tour will take you through to the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden City, to find some of the more well hidden pieces of unique charm Vietnam has to offer. It’s also the perfect opportunity to look for some of the best souvenirs you’ll ever find at the lively Dong Ba Market. You’ll be transferring to Ho Chi Minh City by late afternoon by plane. Upon arrival, a comfortable pre-booked hotel awaits for you to get your head down for the night.
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City
In a city named after the Nation’s great founder, it goes without saying that history is everywhere. For today’s highlight, you will be taking a tour of all of Ho Chi Minh City’s greatest landmarks; the Notre Dame Cathedral, followed by a visit to the Old Post Office. Here you will notice the great blend of Viet-Franco architecture everywhere. By late morning, you can appreciate some authentic Vietnam War exhibits in the War Remnants Museum. Accented by an A La Carte Lunch, you will continue your afternoon with a visit to the China Town and the Ben Thanh Market, giving you more chances to experience some beautifully taste Vietnamese cuisine, and shop for some great souvenirs.
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be Floating Market (Mekong Delta)
With a great breakfast to give you the energy you need, you’ll depart for Cai Be. Once there, it is just a short motor boat ride to visit the Cai Be floating market and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on board their vessels. It’s a unique chance to see how the local conduct their day to day business and experience their culture close up. And you’ll keep cruising to Vinh Long through a series of small canals, showing the tranquility of the Mekong Delta. You’ll pay a visit to a small family business to see how coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn are made. If you’re quite astute, you can even take the knowledge home to the Kitchen later and cook up a storm!
You will later arrive in Binh Hoa Phuoc village, the green pearl of Vinh Long town, where you can immerse yourself in nature. And with an invigorating and delightful walk through the bonsai garden, it’s an afternoon to remember.
Day 10: Depart from Ho Chi Minh
Unfortunately, your stay here in Vietnam is coming to an end, and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back.
But it need not be goodbye. We’re sure after such an amazing visit, you’ll be back very soon! So be sure to book yourself another trip, and get another taste of this beautiful culture! See you soon!
Rates
Contact us today for the best rates!
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusion
- Hotel in twin/triple sharing room basis with daily breakfast
- Transfer by air-conditioned car/van/bus as itinerary
- Meals as indicated: breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)
- Complimentary Mineral Water on tour (2 bottles/pax/day)
- Entrance fees, boat trip and excursions
- English speaking guide or other on request
- Train ticket four berth compartments
Exclusion
- Travel Insurance
- Visa fee
- International & domestic air tickets
- Personal expenses
- Compulsory Tipping (Collect from company)
- Others not mentioned nor specified above
- Surcharge for Halal food: USD 3/pax/meal
- Surcharge for peak season if any (30 Apr – 2 May, 2 – 3 Sep, 24 Dec, 31 Dec)
- Surcharge for Chinese New Year: 20% of tour fare
Important Info
Policy for children
- Child under 2 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: Free of charge
- Child from 2 – under 12 years old sharing room with two (2) adults without extra bed: 50% of charge
- Child from 2 – under 12 years old sharing room with two (2) adults with extra bed: 75% of charge
- Child under 12 years old sharing room with one (1) adult: 90% of charge
- Child from 12 years old and above: 100% of charge
Karvin –
We had a really splendid holiday. Different guides at different locations were all good and three were outstanding. Our boutique hotels were mostly very good and we found the service offered was always delightful – the same for restaurants. The high spots of our holiday were the gentle trekking in Sapa, the wonderful Ha Long Bay cruise (outstanding food on our boat), Hanoi city and the street food, Hoi An so charming, exciting Saigon, the high speed boat ride up the Mekong
I highly recommend them.
Kennix –
Our trip was originally booked before Covid. It was cancelled at that time and was finally rescheduled for the beginning of July, 2023. From landing at the airport until being dropped off at the airport at the end of the trip, we had great local guides and drivers at each location. Our hotels were excellent. We are very excited with Jeep tour in Hanoi. Then fly to Danang and transferred to the Four Seasons in Hoi An, absolutely luxury. Hoi An is a lovely town, busy, great market, great for having clothes made.
Once again, thanks so much Asia Legend Travel!
Victor –
We were introduced to Mr Jose from a friend who has been to Vietnam 3 times and uses Asia Legend exclusively when in Hanoi for organizing all tours. We did the same for our first trip there and were not disappointed. Exceptional service. Can help with any of your needs. Much better value than booking from your home country. Great local knowledge that will get you the best tour for your dollar (or Dong!)
Arvind –
We used Asia Legend Travel for our previous Cambodia tour and was very pleased with them. We continued their services for our 10 days Vietnam tour for our family 12 members. Tour operator Lisa liased with us before the trip and arranged good food, accommodations, site-seeing, visits to markets, etc. They even arranged a big birthday cake and gifts for thress of our family whose birthdays fall in July during the Royal Dinner with us and have a chance to take the palace costumes and traditional music played by musicians in the background in Hue. Overall, the entire tour was fantastic and everyone was happy and enjoyed themselves very much with the customized itinerary.
Would highly recommend this travel agent who is very accommodating to anyone wish to travel to Vietnam.
Alex Sparrow –
We had the most fantastic trip with Asia Legend in July 23. The planing was impeccable and was built around our needs and requirements. The guide was superb and all in all brilliant. I couldn’t organise anything as good myself. I must mention that built the trip is for us and was there every single day on WhatsApp to support and make sure everything is perfect. The biggest star was our guide in Hanoi and the north Mr Ted. The one and only mister T😇. He was knowledgeable and funny personable and just beyond our expectations in every way . We are well travelled family and we NEVER had such amazing guide !
Highly recommended the service.
Oskam –
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with ASIA LEGEND Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Asia Legend. Second time, we come back to Vietnam with all my family 15 members. We travel to Hanoi, Halong, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue & Ho Chi Minh, Mekekong during July 2023
All my family is very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam (Golden Lotus Luxury Da Nang) with good services and excellent buffet breakfast. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Lisa & her team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. Khai, he is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for fifteen of us.
We enjoyed our holiday with Asia Legend travel!
Arvind Del –
Before choosing Asia Legend we explored a few other options. We quickly realized the difference. Lisa from Asia Legend were responsive, prompt, thorough, flexible and knowledgeable. The guides Simon & Alex and the drivers couldn’t have been better and nicer. We felt very comfortable with them in and outside the van.
The itinerary was discussed with us in detail and our needs were considered. We even upgraded to La Regina Grand 5* and it was a very nice experience.
We feel that we could see so much of the beautiful country, it’s cultures, history, and the wonderful places, with personal experiences.
Thanks so much!
Andrew O –
Thanks to Lisa and staff for putting together an active and interesting tour in all Vietnam 10 days. In all plades we had we met by very nice, friendly and knowledgeable guides. We went in July which was HOT HOT HOT and were always so happy to have an air-conditioned vehicle with cold water waiting for us. We traveled by planes, trains, automobiles and boats and all were fabulously coordinated by Ms Lisa without fail. The selection of sites helped us enjoy so many aspects of all Vietnam sight-seeing!
Ammber Harper –
Thanks for all information about the history of Vietnam war. We really enjoyed, especially the trip to crawl inside of the Cu Chi tunnels with horrible weather, it’s amazing time you made guide. Thanks Vang
Tasia Cooper –
Very informative and interesting experience. Our tour guide Hang was fantastic. She was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, even taking photos for us and sending them through afterwards. A very worthwhile experience.
Nandi Fisher –
Our family of 6 took a tour to visit Vietnam.
We visited many countries over the year, and this was definitely one of the best tours. The hotel accommodations were excellent, and the tour covered all “must see” sightseeing.
And best of all our tour guide Tommy was excellent. He was very knowledgeable of the areas, entertaining and very helpful. We very much enjoyed our trip and look forward to coming back to VN.
Usha Price –
We had a tour in Vietnam for 10 days, our tour guide Định was very nice, friendly and helpful. The weather was super-hot but Định kept his enthusiasm and always had a smile on his face. He listened and explained our questions with great patience. I would highly recommend Định if you need a tour guide for Vietnam. I am sure that you would have a great trip with him.
Qasim Pittman –
I had the opportunity to know all highlight places, historic story and hidden gems throughout this beautiful country. I would like to recognize that Ms. Stella, the travel consultant who addressed my trip, provided all detailed information and clarified all my doubts.
However, the food is not good as I expected.
As an overall, good trip with good services.
CeeCee Gamble –
Just had such a fun tour with Thommie from Asia Legend travel. Very informative, excellent time management, fitted in so much, good food reccomendations and still kept us from feeling rushed.
A special family memory was created yesterday, thank you to Tom and team from Asian.
Reno Battle –
We really enjoyed the tour with Hung!! He answered every question, and he told us a lot of curiosities from Vietnam. We learnt more about Vietnam with Hung during the tour. 100% recommended!
Kiante Wood –
We had a private driver and guide. The guide was friendly and helpful and his English was good. We were able to see all the historic highlights of Vietnam and the trip was well organized and all inclusive.
Our guide had a slight accent, but we could understand him easily except when he wore a mask as required at certain sites.
Jonell Watts –
Just finished our more than 1 week business trip in Vietnam, and everything was wonderful.
Big thanks to our friend Rylie who have been an amazing tour guide while we’re in Vietnam. She answered all of our question in a profesional way, give us a lot of information that we couldn’t gain it by ourself.
Definitely will be return for a delicious beef pho and a secret coffee shops, cheers!!”
Reno Battle –
We really enjoyed the tour with Mr. Hung. He answered every question, and he told us a lot of curiosities from Vietnam. We learnt more about Vietnam with Hung during the tour. 100% recommended!!