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Vietnam Top Highlights - 13 Days 12 Nights
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Tour pace
Medium
Physical rating
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Tour pace
Medium
Physical rating
Easy
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HanoiSa PaHa Long BayDa NangHue & Hoi AnPhu QuocHo Chi Minh City
Description
This is the most complete Vietnam itinerary Meetup Travel offers - 13 days covering Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An, Phu Quoc, and Ho Chi Minh City in a route that makes geographic sense. You get the mountain silence of Sapa, the emerald drama of Halong Bay, the lantern magic of Hoi An, Phu Quoc's island beaches, and the non-stop energy of Saigon. Every domestic flight, transfer, guided tour, and hotel is pre-arranged so you experience Vietnam at its fullest without spending a day managing logistics.
Itinerary
MORNING – AIRPORT ARRIVAL PICKUP
Airport Arrival Pickup
AFTERNOON – CUSTOMIZE PRIVATE "LOCAL GEM" FOOD TOUR
Meet your friendly local guide. Enjoy 6–8 authentic tastings at local gems. (Vegetarian/Vegan options strictly available upon request!)
Cap off the journey with the famous Egg Coffee or a refreshing local draft beer.
The tour ends at Hoan Kiem Lake. Your guide will assist you in getting back to your hotel or suggest great spots for evening.
OVERNIGHT IN HANOI
Highlights
The best first day in Vietnam starts with your stomach. A private food guide leads you through 6-8 off-menu tastings in the streets that tourists miss — Bun Cha, Banh Mi, fresh spring rolls — before landing at a hidden café for the legendary Vietnamese egg coffee. The route ends at Hoan Kiem Lake as the evening lights come on: the perfect opening act for what's ahead.
Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi
MORNING
Pick up at your hotel. Feel like a movie star riding in a legendary open-air Vintage Jeep through the streets of Hanoi.
Historic Landmarks:
Cruise past the majestic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ba Dinh Square.
Spiritual Vibes:
Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on the scenic West Lake – the oldest pagoda in Hanoi with stunning architecture.
The "Instagram" Moment:
We head to the famous Hanoi Train Street.
Local Taste:
The tour ends with a stop for a refreshing drink or authentic local snacks.
12:30 PMRETURN TO YOUR HOTEL IN THE OLD QUARTERAFTERNOON – LEISURE OR SHOPPING
You can explore the Old Quarter for silk, souvenirs, or handicrafts.
EVENING – JOURNEY TO SAPA
Overnight on a comfortable Cabin Sleeper Bus.
Highlights
Hanoi arrives in its most dramatic form: explore the city on board an open-air Vintage Jeep, rolling through the Old Quarter's 36 ancient trade streets. Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum at Ba Dinh Square, the 1,500-year-old Tran Quoc Pagoda rising from West Lake, and squeeze down Hanoi Train Street for the shot that everyone wants. The city reveals itself layer by layer — ancient, colonial, and utterly alive.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi
MORNING – CONQUERING THE ROOF OF INDOCHINA
After breakfast, walk to the Cable Car Station.
Touch the Clouds:
Ride the world-record cable car to Fansipan Peak – The Roof of Indochina. Experience the feeling of floating above the clouds with Do Quyen Train and experience the Muong Hoa Valley Train.
Spiritual Moment:
Visit the majestic Great Amitabha Buddha statue and explore the spiritual complex on the mountaintop.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PMCOMING BACK & HAVE BUFFET LUNCH AT VAN SAM RESTAURANTAFTERNOON – THE HMONG VILLAGE DISCOVERY
Wander through Cat Cat Village, arguably the most beautiful village in Sapa.
EVENING – FIRE & EASY
Explore Sapa town at night. Try local grilled snacks and Vietnamese BBQ.
OVERNIGHT IN SAPA
Highlights
The cable car lifts you above the clouds to Fansipan — the Roof of Indochina at 3,143m, where the Great Amitabha Buddha stands sentinel over valleys of mist. A mountain train carries you through the Da Quyen and Muong Hoa Valley before descending into Cat Cat Village, Sapa's most beautiful ethnic minority settlement. The evening smells of charcoal and mountain herbs at a Vietnamese BBQ stall — cold air, hot grill, perfect company.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Sa Pa
Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch
MORNING – DESIGN YOUR OWN ADVENTURE (FREE TIME)
After breakfast, the morning is yours! You can relax at the hotel or explore these top-rated spots (highly recommended for photos):
Moana Sapa Views:
Just a short taxi ride away. Capture the perfect shot at the "Bali Gate" and the giant Hand statue without flying to Indonesia.
Rong May Glass Bridge:
For the brave hearts! Experience walking on the transparent glass bridge suspended high above the mountains.
Viet Trekking Coffee:
The ultimate chill spot. Enjoy a hot drink with the best view of the train passing through the mountains.
AFTERNOON – FAREWELL SAPA
3:00 PMBoard the comfortable Sleeper Bus back to Hanoi.EVENING – BACK TO CAPITAL
10:00 PMArrive in Hanoi. Check in to your hotel and rest after a wonderful mountain journey.OVERNIGHT IN HANOI
Highlights
A free morning to go further on your own terms. Walk the Rong May Glass Bridge suspended above a mountain valley, find the best view in the range at Viet Trekking Coffee, or strike the pose at Moana Sapa's Bali Gate. The afternoon sleeper bus descends back toward Hanoi, trading mountain mist for city lights.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi
Meals Included:Breakfast
MORNING – JOURNEY TO THE HERITAGE SITE
7:45 AM - 8:30 AMPick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Sit back and relax on the transfer to Ha Long Bay.AFTERNOON – DISCOVER THE WONDER
12:00 PMSavor a delicious lunch at the luxurious restaurant as the ship cruises past thousands of limestone islands. (Vegetarian options available!)Conquer Titop Island (for the panoramic view), explore Sung Sot Cave (the largest & most magical cave).
EVENING – SUNSET PARTY & GALA DINNER
OVERNIGHT ON THE CRUISE
Highlights
Board your cruise and let the limestone towers of Ha Long Bay drift past over lunch. Climb to the top of Titop Island for a panoramic view over thousands of islands, then descend into the glittering chambers of Sung Sot Cave — the grandest grotto in the bay. The day ends with a sunset party on the sundeck and a gala dinner as the bay turns gold around you.
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Accomodations:Luxury Cruise - Ha Long Bay
Meals Included:Lunch, Dinner
MORNING – SERENITY & ADVENTURE
6:15 AMSunrise Tai Chi: Wake up early to breathe the fresh sea air. Practice Tai Chi on the sundeck as the sun rises over the limestone peaks.6:30 AMMorning Tea: Enjoy a light breakfast with hot coffee, tea, and pastries.7:30 AMDiscover Luon Cave: We head to the most unique spot in the bay by kayak.8:30 AMBack on board.LATE MORNING – THE GRAND BRUNCH
10:00 AMEnjoy a full Brunch Buffet to keep you full for the journey back.AFTERNOON – BACK TO CAPITAL
OVERNIGHT IN HANOI
Highlights
Begin with sunrise Tai Chi on the open deck as mist rises off the karst towers. Paddle through the narrow stone arch of Luon Cave by kayak — one of Ha Long's most intimate moments — then return for a generous brunch buffet before the cruise heads back to shore. The bay saves its best light for last.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Hanoi
Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch
MORNING – ARRIVAL IN THE COASTAL CITY
Flight from Hanoi to Da Nang. Pick up and transfer to your hotel in Da Nang.
AFTERNOON – THE COCONUT JUNGLE ADVENTURE
3:00 PMPick up at your hotel.4:00 PMArrive at Cam Thanh Coconut Village. Hop into a round Basket Boat and enjoy the Crazy Spinning Boat Show.EVENING – THE ANCIENT TOWN VIBES
5:00 PMTransfer to Hoi An Ancient Town.Walk through the yellow streets, visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Fujian Assembly Hall, and ancient houses.
Free time at the Night Market with famous silk tailoring and leather or have a foot massage.
Enjoy famous local specialities like Hoi An Chicken Rice (Vegetarian/Indian-friendly dishes available).
8:00 PMThe Soul of Hoi An:Take a romantic boat ride on the Hoai River and release a flower lantern to pray for Good Luck & Peace for your family.
OVERNIGHT IN DA NANG
Highlights
Arrive by basket boat — spinning through the lotus channels of Cam Thanh Coconut Village — before the ancient town closes in. As dusk falls, the lanterns of Hoi An Ancient Town come alive: the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, silk alleys, tailor stalls, and the night market lining the riverbank. The day ends with a flower lantern released on the Hoai River — a small wish sent floating into the night.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Da Nang
MORNING – TOUCH THE CLOUDS
8:00 AMPick up at your hotel in Da Nang.Start the journey with the world-famous Cable Car. Watch the jungle and waterfalls from above – a truly cinematic view!
Walk on the legendary Golden Bridge (Giant Hands) – A "Must-Have" check-in for every traveler.
Visit the Linh Ung Pagoda (Big Buddha) for blessings and the colorful Love Flower Garden.
11:00 AMGrand Buffet Lunch (Vegetarian, Salad, and Indian-friendly options are plentiful).AFTERNOON – FUN & FANTASY
12:00 PMDiscover "Little Europe".Explore the French Village with its castles, squares, and churches.
Free time at Fantasy Park – majestic indoor games for all ages.
3:30 PMSay goodbye to the peak. Take the cable car down.4:30 PMVisit a local supermarket to buy famous Vietnamese specialities like Cashew nuts, Coffee, and Dried Fruits.OVERNIGHT IN DA NANG
Highlights
Ride the world-famous cable car through jungle canopy and waterfall mist to Ba Na Hills, where the Golden Bridge — held aloft by two giant stone hands — awaits for the most-photographed moment in Central Vietnam. A grand buffet lunch inside a French château, then wander through the French Village perched impossibly above the clouds, complete with Gothic churches and cobblestone squares.
Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Da Nang
Meals Included:Lunch
MORNING – FLY TO PARADISE
Flight from Da Nang to Phu Quoc (The Pearl Island). Pick up and transfer to your resort.
LATE AFTERNOON – THE SUNSET & THE SHOW
4:30 PMWalk onto the Kissing Bridge during the "Golden Hour". Capture the moment the sun falls right into the gap between the two bridge spans.Transfer to the South of the Island to discover Sunset Town.
Wander through colorful streets, clock towers, and Roman-style squares. It is an Instagram Paradise!
EVENING – THE GRAND SHOW
Sit back and enjoy the "Symphony of the Sea" show. This is not just a show, it's a sensory explosion of music, light, water, and art on the world's largest sea screen.
The night ends with a stunning Firework Display lighting up the sky.
OVERNIGHT IN PHU QUOC ISLAND
(Combo Ticket & Transfer included, tour guide not included)
Highlights
Phu Quoc announces itself at golden hour. Walk the Kissing Bridge as the sun drops precisely between its two tips — the most photographed sunset in Vietnam — then explore the Italian-styled Sunset Town with its colorful facades and cliff-side squares. Night falls on the Symphony of the Sea: a world-record performance on the world's largest sea screen, blending music, light, water, and art with a fireworks finale over the ocean.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Phu Quoc
MORNING – ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURE
8:15 AMPick up at your hotel.Gam Ghi Island (The Coral Kingdom):
Jump into the crystal-clear water! It's the best spot for snorkeling to see vibrant coral reefs and fishes.
May Rut Trong Island (The Chill Spot):
Known as the "Maldives of Vietnam." You can swim in the lagoon, relax on the white sand, or fly your drone for stunning videos.
LUNCH ON BOARD
AFTERNOON – FUN & THE GRAND FINALE
Hon Thom Island & Aquatopia Water Park:
Unleash your adrenaline energy at Aquatopia, Southeast Asia's leading water park with 20+ thrilling slides and 6 themed check-in zones.
The Grand Finale:
Board the legendary Cable Car for a 25-minute ride back to the main island. Enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from above.
OVERNIGHT IN PHU QUOC ISLAND
Highlights
A boat trip through the Southern Islands reveals Phu Quoc's underwater world. Snorkel the Gam Ghi Coral Kingdom in crystal-clear water, then relax on May Rut Trong's "Maldives" beach — white sand, palm trees, and turquoise lagoon. The afternoon brings unlimited access to Aquatopia Water Park on Hon Thom, and the ride home is the World's Longest sea cable car: 25 minutes of pure panorama over the Southern Islands.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Phu Quoc
Meals Included:Lunch
MORNING – ARRIVAL IN HO CHI MINH CITY
Pick up and transfer to the city center.
AFTERNOON – THE CU CHI EXPERIENCE (HALF DAY)
2:00 PMDepart for Cu Chi Tunnels.The Underground City:
Explore the legendary 250km tunnel network – a masterpiece of wartime engineering.
Be a Soldier:
Challenge yourself to crawl through the tunnels (widened for tourists) to understand the "Steel Land."
Taste of History:
Enjoy hot Tapioca with peanut sugar – the authentic food that kept soldiers alive (100% Vegetarian).
Shooting Range (Own Fee):
Unleash your inner action hero! Try firing real bullets at the target range.
Art Stop:
Visit a Lacquerware workshop to see unique Vietnamese craftsmanship on the way back.
6:30 PMReturn to Ho Chi Minh City.OVERNIGHT IN HO CHI MINH CITY
Highlights
Underground Vietnam awaits. Descend into the Cu Chi Tunnels — a 250km network built beneath the jungle floor during the war — and crawl through passages that once sheltered thousands of fighters. Encounter booby traps, hidden bunkers, and weapon workshops, then taste the tapioca with peanut sugar that soldiers ate to survive. History here isn't in a museum — it's beneath your feet.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Ho Chi Minh City
MORNING – TEMPLE & THE GREAT RIVER
Depart from Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy the view of green rice paddies on the way.
Vinh Trang Pagoda:
Visit the largest ancient temple in the Mekong Delta. Admire the giant Buddha statues and unique architecture.
Boat Trip:
Arrive at My Tho. Board a motorboat to cruise along the mighty Mekong River. Pass by the legendary islands: Unicorn & Coconut.
AFTERNOON – SWEETS, MUSIC & WHEELS
Sweet & Organic:
Visit a Honey Bee Farm and a Coconut Candy Workshop.
The "Movie Scene" Ride:
Experience the iconic Rowing Sampan through narrow canals shaded by water-coconut trees.
Tropical Vibes:
Relax in an orchard garden, eat fresh seasonal Tropical Fruits.
Village Tour:
Take a fun ride on a Horse Cart / Tuk-tuk / or Bicycle around the peaceful village paths.
Return to the boat and transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City.
OVERNIGHT IN HO CHI MINH CITY
Highlights
Leave the city behind and slip into the slow rhythm of the Mekong Delta. A motorboat glides past floating villages and river islands; on the Unicorn and Coconut Islands, taste fresh coconut candy made by hand and sip honey straight from the hive. The most memorable stretch: a Sampan boat through narrow water-coconut canals, paddled in near silence under a canopy of leaves — Vietnam at its most timeless.
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Accomodations:Hotel as per selected package - Ho Chi Minh City
MORNING
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel.
Board your flight back home. We wish you a safe journey with a suitcase full of souvenirs and a heart full of happy memories.
Highlights
Ho Chi Minh City's last gift: a slow morning. Wander Ben Thanh Market for final souvenirs, grab a fresh banh mi from a street cart, or sit at a rooftop café and watch the city pour itself into another day. Our driver will have you at the airport early, calm, and well-fed.
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Meals Included:Breakfast
Included
- Accommodation for all nights mentioned on tour
- Breakfast for all days in Hotel
- Lunch & Dinner mentioned on tour
- Entrance tickets, domestic flight – Vietnam Airlines & transportation mentioned on tour
Excluded
- Tips for waiters and drivers
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Additional food & drinks beyond the included tastings
- International flights
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