DAY 01: HANOI ARRIVAL

Welcome to the Best Vietnam Tours Package experience! Upon arrival at Noi Bai international airport, you are welcomed by our guide & driver, then it takes about 50 minutes by vehicle to get to Hanoi city, the first destination in this best Vietnam travel itinerary. (Notice: hotel official check-in is from 14:00, hotel early check-in is NOT included and is subject to hotel availability and regulation; hotel early check-in can be available on request)

In the afternoon, begin your Vietnam tour package by exploring the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first national university and a timeless emblem of the nation’s scholarly and cultural legacy. It was built in 1070 by the Ly Emperor, who is dedicated to Confucius, sages and scholars.

Next, visit one of Hanoi’s most iconic sites – Hoan Kiem Lake (Restored Sword Lake) – followed by free time for shopping at Dong Xuan Market, Hang Gai, Hang Dao, Hang Ngang and more. These vibrant streets are filled with specialty shops selling silk clothing, lacquerware, embroidered linens, furniture, bamboo crafts and cooking utensils – offering some of the best Vietnam local shopping experiences and a true highlight of any Vietnam tour package.

Meals: N/A
Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

DAY 02: HANOI – HALONG ON CRUISE 

Pick up at 08:00 from your hotel to begin your journey to Halong Bay, a stunning highlight of the Best Vietnam Tours Package. (Distance approx. 170 km – enjoy a short break halfway for refreshment.) You will enjoy the scenic drive and peaceful countryside views as part of this unforgettable Vietnam tour experience.

By noon, arrive at Ha Long Bay seaport. At 12:00 noon, board the cruise, complete check-in, and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink as your cabin is assigned. 

Relax onboard, soak in the stunning seascape, and capture memorable moments before indulging in a delicious lunch. This segment of your Vietnam tour package offers a spectacular chance to admire thousands of limestone islands and islets, explore magnificent caves and grottoes, marvel at sparkling stalactites and stalagmites like gems and hear fascinating legends about dragons and the mystical seascape of Halong Bay. For travelers seeking the best Vietnam tours, this experience in Halong Bay stands out as a must-visit highlight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight on Board in Ha Long Bay

DAY 03: HALONG BAY CRUISE – RETURN TO HANOI – FLIGHT TO SAIGON 

Early bird risers may be awarded a great chance to enjoy the sunrise and the amazingly peaceful, breathtaking beauties of HaLong Bay’s seascape in the early morning. Refresh your body & soul with a Tai-chi martial art on the sundeck. After breakfast, you continue to enjoy the best of the sightseeing tour on the cruise until noon, sightseeing, taking photographs & relaxing on board.

Lunch will be served on the Cruise (or in a restaurant on land in Halong city, depending on the different cruise’s program). Disembark at 11:00 AM and transfer to Hanoi, then take a flight to Saigon to continue your journey through this incredible Vietnam tour package. Arrive in Saigon, where you’ll be greeted by our guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Note: This is a sample itinerary. The Cruise’s itinerary is updated later

Meals: Light breakfast, Brunch
Overnight at the hotel in Saigon

Note: Airfare is not included in our Vietnam tour package quotation

DAY 04: SAIGON – CU CHI TUNNELS – CITY TOUR 

After breakfast, set off on a tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the highlights of the Best Vietnam Tours Package. Explore this renowned underground network, which served as a vital hideout and resistance base for the Viet Cong during the wars against both the French and the Americans. The tunnels, entirely hand-dug, form an intricate, multi-level system that stretches over 120 km, reaching as far as the Cambodian border. This complex network includes meeting rooms, kitchens, wells, clinics, schools, depots, trenches, and emergency exits, all designed to support guerrilla warfare. Remarkably deep and resilient, the tunnels withstood bombings and long sieges, providing refuge for those who used them.

Drive back to Saigon. Short sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City: outside The Hundred Years Red Cathedral (Notre Dame Cathedral), The Old Post Office-Staples of any best-planned Vietnam tour. Next, visit the War Remnants Museum, home to an extensive collection of artifacts, machinery, weapons, photographs and documents from the Vietnam War, showcasing the conflict with both the French and the Americans. End the day with some leisure shopping at the bustling Ben Thanh Market—an essential experience in this Vietnam tour package.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh

DAY 05: HO CHI MINH – MEKONG DELTA TOUR 

Transfer to My Tho and begin the tour on the beautiful countryside road.
Start at Tourist Boat Station (My Tho), cruising on the Tien (Mekong) river and seeing four islands: Dragon,
Unicorn, tortoise, phoenix. Enjoy fresh coconut juice. Visit the fish floating market and the Fish-craft village
along the Tien River. Stop at Thoi Son Island, go walking around the countryside road, see orchards, enjoy
tropical fruits and listen to traditional music. Take a rowing boat on a small canal with beautiful scenery of the
countryside to visit a honeybee farm and enjoy honey tea. Stop at Phoenix Island to visit Coconut Monk Temple and Crocodile Pond. Drive back to Saigon. En route, visit Vinh Trang pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Tien Giang, which has an area of 2000 m² and many beautiful trees.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh

DAY 06: HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE

After breakfast, enjoy your free time at leisure to relax or explore the surroundings before your transfer to the airport for your departure flight. This marks the end of your unforgettable journey with the Best Vietnam Tours Package, filled with enriching cultural experiences, breathtaking landscapes and cherished memories.

Meals: Breakfast

INCLUSIVE :

•  Hotel accommodation including daily breakfast, based on twin or double room sharing
• Experienced English-speaking guide delivering the best insights into Vietnamese culture
•  Private transfer and transportation on tour
• 2 days and 1 night on a Halong Bay cruise (shared cruise, private cabin)
• Meal, as mentioned in the program
•  Admission fees for all attractions listed in the itinerary.
• Two bottles of mineral water per person, per day during the tour.
• FOC for the tour leader based on twin sharing

EXCLUSIVE :

• All international airport taxes
• International flights & domestic flights
• Early check-in or late check-out
• Travel insurance (Please ensure the best protection for your clients before traveling)
• All other services not stated in the program
• Dinks and other meals are not mentioned
• Surcharge for public holidays: 24 Dec & 31 Dec 2015 & Tet Holiday: 24 – 29 Jan 2025 (on request)
• Suggested tipping for the guide and driver based on group size:

             o   Group of 2 – 4 pax: USD 7 per person per day

             o   Group of 5 – 7 pax: USD 5 per person per day

             o   Group of 8 pax and above: USD 3 per person per day

CHILD POLICY :

• Infant (under 4 years): Free (sharing bed with parents; 1 child max per room)
  
• Child 4–10 years:
  • With an extra bed: 65% of the adult rate
  • Without an extra bed: 55% of the adult rate
  • Child in twin: 90% of the adult rate

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS :

1.  The rate is quoted in US dollars per adult, based on twin or double room sharing and applies to private package tours.
2.  Rates are applicable for Indian passport holders. If your client holds another passport, please contact us for more details on Vietnam travel arrangements..
3.  This quotation is based on a group size ranging from 2 to 20 participants. Should the number of travelers decrease, we reserve the right to revise the package rate accordingly.
4.  Please be aware that any changes in the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances might increase pricing.
5.  The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, road conditions, flight, type of class and operating conditions.
6.  Meals are a fusion of Vietnamese cuisine (without beef and pork) with a daily normal buffet breakfast at the hotel. Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week before the arrival date.
7.  Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, entrance may be denied by the customs authority.
8.  Check in time: after 14h00 – Check out time: before 12h00 at noon
9.  The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to local traffic situations, weather conditions, or any unforeseen circumstances or local authority decisions. Local tour operator reserves the full right to replace all items with the same value for guests
10.  Travel safety and a comfortable journey are our top priorities across all our Vietnam tour packages.
11.  No refund can be made if any of the items included in the package are not fully or partially utilized.
12.  Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or the coach during the stay shall be payable by the passengers
13.  01 pax is granted free of charge (FOC) in the twin-sharing room for every group with more than 16 passengers
14.  Advance registration is required for all passengers, with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and visa expiry date. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, the customs authority may deny entrance. Tourish DMC reserves the right to release confirmed services if we don’t receive a rooming list before the arrival date.