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Classic Vietnam

🕒 7 Nights / 8 Days
🌍 1 Country / 4 Cities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family with Kids
🍜 Food Focused

Tour Overview

Discover the timeless soul of Vietnam on this 8-day classic journey spanning four of the country's most captivating destinations. From the ancient streets of Hanoi and the iconic limestone karsts of Halong Bay, to the lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An and the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City — this itinerary captures the very best of Vietnam in a single, seamless trip.

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Hanoi
1 Night
🚢
Halong Bay
1 Night (Cruise)
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Da Nang
3 Nights
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Ho Chi Minh
2 Nights

📅 Detailed Itinerary

1

Arrival & Hanoi City Exploration

Hanoi
Welcome to Hanoi! Transfer from Noi Bai Airport to the city centre with time to relax. In the afternoon, visit Ba Dinh Square — the largest square in Hanoi and the setting for the city's greatest cultural and political events — and photograph the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from the outside. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university built in 1070. Round off the day with a leisurely walk around scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and a stroll through the historic Old Quarter, famously known as "The 36 Streets." Overnight in Hanoi.
2

Transfer to Halong Bay — Overnight Cruise

Halong Bay
Breakfast at hotel, then check out. At around 8:00 am, transfer to Ha Long Bay — a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site recognised in 1994 and 2006. Board your overnight cruise and set sail among thousands of dramatic limestone karsts and grottos. After lunch on board, explore the Grottos, swim or kayak, and pass by floating fishing villages. Enjoy a cooking demonstration before dinner. Spend the evening attending onboard activities or simply relaxing on the deck. Overnight on the cruise.
3

Morning on the Bay — Fly to Da Nang

Da Nang
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the islets — a truly miraculous sight over the "Eastern Sea." After breakfast, cruise through marvelous areas where islets bear evocative names: Sail Island, Fisherman's Head Rock, Butterfly Rock, Turtle Islet. Check out your cabin and enjoy brunch on board as the cruise returns to the pier. Return to Hanoi by shuttle bus, then transfer to Noi Bai Airport (private driver, no guide) for your flight to Da Nang (air tickets excluded). Upon arrival, a local tour guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Overnight in Da Nang.
4

Cam Thanh Coconut Village & Hoi An Old Town

Da Nang
Free morning at leisure. In the afternoon, head to Cam Thanh Coconut Village — learn traditional fishing techniques and row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats through tranquil coconut palm waterways. At around 2:30 pm, visit the UNESCO-listed Hoi An Old Town. Explore the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall with its vivid gates and dragon statues; shop at the Central Market; visit family altars and beautifully preserved 200-year-old merchants' houses like Phung Hung and Tan Ky. Tour the Museum of Folk Culture and enjoy art shows at the Traditional Performing Arts House. Cross the iconic 400-year-old Japanese Bridge and wander hidden laneways. Conclude the evening with a boat ride on the Hoai River, release flower lanterns for good luck, and soak in the magical glow of Lantern Street. Return to Da Nang.
5

Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge

Da Nang
After breakfast, depart at 07:00–08:00 for Ba Na Hills — a French-inspired hilltop resort. Take the iconic cable car (holder of 5 world records) to the summit. Walk the legendary Golden Bridge cradled by giant stone hands, visit Linh Ung Pagoda with its 27-metre Buddha statue, and stroll through Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion. Enjoy the fun rides and attractions at Fantasy Park, and have a buffet lunch at the hilltop restaurant. In the afternoon, ascend to the Peak of Chua Mountain (1,487m) to visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple and take in sweeping panoramic views of Da Nang City and the bay. Return to the hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening at the beach. Overnight in Da Nang.
6

Fly to Ho Chi Minh City — Saigon City Tour

Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City (air tickets excluded). Check in to your hotel and begin a city tour in the afternoon. Visit the War Remnants Museum — one of Saigon's most powerful historical attractions — with exhibits of weapons, photographs, and documents from the Vietnam War. Continue to the Reunification Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral (exterior view), and the colonial Central Post Office. End the afternoon with browsing and shopping at the iconic Ben Thanh Market. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
7

Cu Chi Tunnels Day Trip

Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at the hotel. Pick-up from District 1 at 07:30–08:00 am for a morning drive to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels — over 200 km of underground passages that served as fully functioning wartime cities, complete with kitchens, hospitals, weapons factories, and command centres. Watch a short film about their construction, then crawl through a section of the tunnels to feel the remarkable narrowness firsthand. Optional: experience firing an M15, AK-47, or carbine at the National Defense Sports Shooting Range (extra cost). Return to the city for a free afternoon of rest or shopping. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
8

Departure

Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel. Spend your last free hours at leisure before check-out, then transfer to the airport with a driver (no guide) for your departure flight home — bags full of memories, lantern photographs, and the lingering warmth of Vietnam.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

1 Night accommodation in Hanoi
1 Night on Halong Bay Cruise (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
3 Nights accommodation in Da Nang
2 Nights accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City
Daily Breakfast
2 Local Lunches & 1 Dinner
Brunch on Day 3 (cruise)
All entrance fees & sightseeing as per program
Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
SIC (shared) tours as mentioned
Transportation in A/C vehicle throughout
Private airport & tour transfers; shuttle bus as mentioned
Water provided during all tour days
English-speaking local tour guides (city-wise)

What's Not Included

Return International & Domestic Airfares
Vietnam Visa Stamp (approx. USD 30 per person on arrival)
Vietnam Visa Letter
Meals beyond those listed in inclusions
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses (tips, calls, laundry, liquor, etc.)
Compulsory gratuities in cash (approx. USD 5 per person per day)
Peak / Festival Period Surcharges
Early Check-In & Late Check-Out
Anything not specified in inclusions

⚠️ Surcharge Periods

Additional surcharges apply for: Christmas & New Year's Eve (Dec 24 & 31, 2025) · Vietnam Tết (Lunar New Year) (Feb 15–21, 2026) · Khmer New Year (Apr 14–16, 2026) · Hung Kings' Festival (Apr 26, 2026) · Reunification Day (Apr 29–30, 2026) · International Labour Day (May 1, 2026) · Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (Jun 8, 15, 22, 29 & Jul 13, 2026) · Vietnam National Day (Sep 1–2, 2026)

📋 Cancellation Policy

Days Before Departure Cancellation Charge
Within 10 days 100%
10 to 15 days 75% + Non-Refundable Component
15 to 30 days 30% + Non-Refundable Component
Hotel / Air (non-refundable) 100% of that component
Cruise / Visa On Actuals

💳 Payment Policy

Timeline Amount Due
45 to 30 days prior to departure 75% of total tour cost or Non-Refundable component (whichever is higher)
Within 30 days of departure 100% of total tour cost
All prices are in Indian Rupees and subject to change without prior notice. For flight-inclusive packages, the full flight amount is payable at the time of booking. Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals and Foreigners holding an Indian Resident Permit. Booking confirmations are subject to availability. Any overstay expenses due to flight delays or cancellations are the guest's own responsibility, though we will provide all possible assistance.