15 Days Complete Vietnam Exploration Tour
Overview
Experience the essence of Vietnam on this 15-day journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, combining culture, nature, and local life. Cruise through the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, explore ancient temples in Ninh Binh, trek the caves of Phong Nha, savor Hue’s royal cuisine, and learn to cook traditional dishes in charming Hoi An. End your adventure with vibrant city life and a serene Mekong Delta cruise. With small groups, expert guides, seamless transfers, and authentic local experiences, this tour offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and cultural immersion.
Itinerary
Hanoi Arrival
Arrive in Hanoi, meet your local guide at the airport, and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the Old Quarter on your own.
Hanoi City Tour
Explore Hanoi’s major landmarks: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, and the Museum of Ethnology. Enjoy a cyclo ride around the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake.
Hanoi – Ha Long Bay
Drive to Ha Long Bay (approx. 3.5 hrs). Board a traditional cruise to explore limestone karsts and emerald waters. Visit Sung Sot Cave or Ti Top Island, and enjoy swimming or kayaking.
Ha Long Bay – Transfer to Ninh Binh
Enjoy sunrise on the bay, Tai Chi session on deck, and brunch before disembarking. Drive to Ninh Binh (approx. 4 hrs).
Ninh Binh City Tour – Overnight Train to Dong Hoi
Visit Tam Coc or Trang An grottoes by sampan boat, explore Bich Dong Pagoda, and admire the countryside scenery.
Take an overnight train to Dong Hoi.
Dong Hoi Arrival – Elephant Cave & Ma Da Valley Adventure
Trek through the jungle of Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park, visit Elephant Cave and swim in Ma Da Lake.
Phong Nha Relaxation – Transfer to Hue
Morning at leisure, visit local village or riverside cafes.
Afternoon drive to Hue (approx. 4 hrs).
Hue Street Food Tour
Taste Hue’s famous royal and street foods: Banh Beo, Bun Bo Hue, Nem Lui. Explore Dong Ba Market and local food stalls.
Hue City Tour – Scenic Transfer to Hoi An
Visit Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Khai Dinh Tomb.
Afternoon drive via the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An.
Tra Que Village & Hoi An Cooking Class Tour
Visit Tra Que organic village, learn farming techniques, join a hands-on cooking class, and enjoy your own Vietnamese dishes.
Hoi An Free Day
Relax at the beach, shop for handmade crafts, or explore Hoi An Ancient Town at your own pace.
Flight to Ho Chi Minh City – Saigon River Dinner Cruise
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, relax, then enjoy a romantic evening dinner cruise along the Saigon River.
Ho Chi Minh City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnel Full Day
Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market.
Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market.
Mekong Delta Tour Full Day
Drive to My Tho, cruise along the Mekong River, visit local workshops and fruit orchards, and ride a sampan through small canals.
Ho Chi Minh Departure
Free time for last-minute shopping before airport transfer.
What’s included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- All entrance and sightseeing fees throughout the trip
- English speaking guide
- Private airport transfers, train station, and transfers in each region
- Domestic flight (Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City)
- Train tickets from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi
Not included
- Hotel Accommodation
- Vietnam domestic flight (Hanoi to/from Hue) and international flight Da Nang/Ho Chi Minh City
- Personal Expenses and additional activities not mentioned
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Travel insurance
Know before you go
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Public transportation is nearby
- Infant seats available
Pickup, meeting point & start times
Start times: 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM
Pickup is included from the listed pickup points — choose yours when you book.
Pickup is up to 45 minutes before the start time; we confirm your exact pickup time before the tour.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
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