Home Vietnam AMAZING VIETNAM NATURE IN 12 DAYS

Overview

Discover the highlights of Vietnam on a 12-day journey that blends culture, history, and natural beauty. Begin in Hanoi, then explore the limestone landscapes of Ninh Binh and cruise overnight on the iconic Halong Bay. Travel to Sapa to experience mountain scenery and ethnic culture before flying south to Danang and the charming town of Hoi An. Continue to vibrant Saigon, with a day trip to the lush Mekong Delta. This tour offers a perfect balance of sightseeing, local experiences, and relaxation across Vietnam’s most famous destinations.

Itinerary in brief

Day 1: Hanoi arrival
Day 2: Hanoi - Ninh Binh
Day 3: Ninh Binh -  Halong Bay – overnight on boat
Day 4: Halong  - Hanoi
Day 5 : Hanoi – Sapa – Cat Cat Village
Day 6: Sapa - Moana checkin point - Hanoi
Day 7: Hanoi – flight to Danang
Day 8: Ba Na Hills  - Danang
Day 9: Visit Camthanh Village - Hoian ancient town – overnight in Hoian
Day 10: Hoian - Danang – flight to Saigon
Day 11: Saigon – My Tho - Saigon
Day 12: Saigon – Departure

Detail program

Detail program

Day 1: Arrival (-/-/-)
Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you will be welcomed by the driver and transferred by private car to your hotel in the city center. Hotel check in: 14:00
The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Recommended highlights include:
  • The bustling 36 streets of the Old Quarter, especially Hang Dao, Hang Bac, and Hang Gai, known for silk and jewelry shops.
  • Dong Xuan Market – a large indoor market perfect for souvenirs and local experience.
  • Long Bien Bridge – a historic French-built bridge offering scenic views for walking and photography.
  • Train street coffee
Note: These activities are self-guided and any transportation, entrance fees, or personal expenses incurred during this time are at your own cost.
Overnight stay in Hanoi. Hotel accommodation is included.
Day 2: Hanoi - Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave) (B/L/…)
  • 07:30 - 08:10: Our guide will meet you at your hotel/stay and start 110km on Bus-journey through verdant landscape of country side. Short-brake en route.
  • 10:30: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Ding King Temple and Le King Temple dating back to the 17th Century.
  • 11:30: Leisure cycling on rural roads alongside the extensive canal network and through small villages with backdrop of a maze of limestone mountains.
  • 12:00: Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisine.
  • 13:30: Boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (1.5 hours boat trip). With Halong Bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, a very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.
  • 15:30: Arrive at Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.
  • 16:30: Drop you off at your stay
Overnight in Ninh Binh
Day 3 (14/11): Ninh Binh - Halong Bay - overnight on boat (B/L/D)
  • 07:00 : Transfer to Halong Bay by shuttle bus (No guide)
  • 11:30: Arrive at Halong International Habor
  • Embark on cruise by tender. Check-in, enjoy welcome drinks and cruise briefing
  • Enjoy lunch while cruising to magnificent Ha Long Bay, and admire the fascinating formations on the way
  • Luon cave - kayaking or bamboo boat 
  • Luon cave excursion on bamboo rowing boat by locals or kayaking. This is one of the must-do activities in the bay. 
  • Titop island – Climbing, Beach & Swimming 
  • Your next stop is Titop island with its famous crescent moon-shaped beach and tranquil beautiful blue waters. Viewing Halong Bay from the peak of Titop island is another not-to-be missed activity. 
  • Enjoy the best moments of the day at sundeck as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, enjoying drinks and a cooking demonstration.
  • Savour a delicious dinner
  • Night time squid fishing 
Overnight on board.
Day 4 (15/11): Halong - Hanoi  (B/Brunch/…)
  • 06:15 Enjoy sunrise on the bay. Morning Tai Chi session on topdeck
  • 06:30 Light breakfast will be served in the restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee)
  • Explore Sung Sot Cave – the biggest and most stunning cave in Halong Bay
  • 09:15 Check out of your cabin after a final early brunch 
  • 09:30 Buffet brunch served at the restaurant 
  • 10:45-11:00 Back to the port. Farewell and disembark
  • 11:15-11:30 Get on the bus back to Hanoi (no guide)
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5 (16/11): Hanoi – Drive to Sapa – Cat Cat Village (B/L/D)
6:00 – 6:30: Picking up at bus station, get on sleeping bus and depart to Sapa (guide is not available on the bus)
7:30 – 11:45: Following the Highway to Lao Cai city with the comfort break
11:45 – 13:00: Bus on the mountain road approaching to Sapa Town. On the way you can see beautiful view, the valley with terraces field.
13:00-13:30: Ariving Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People. 
Meet the guide
Have a lunch at local restaurant.
14:30: A short walking to the Gate of Cat Cat village which is home of Black H’mong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trekking down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station, short time for photo with bridge and the waterfall then you will trekking up hill to get back to Sapa with very beautiful scenery in the late afternoon. Driver pick up back to Sapa
17:00: Back to Sapa Town. Have dinner and overnight at hotel with night activities
Day 6 (17/11): Sapa – Moana checkin point - Drive to Hanoi (B/L/…)
7:00 – 7:45 AM: Having breakfast at hotel and make your camera ready for the checkin time.
8:00: We start our easy day with a short walk to Moana View just 700m from the Church. Moana View is the latest checkin station specially made for young people who love to experience the new feeling. There, you will checkin the Bali Gate, Infinity lake, Moana Girl statue, Golden hand, thrilling swing, lonely tree and especially the panoramic Café where you can watch Fansipan peak with spectacular Muong Hoa valley. You can prepare nice clothes, hat..to make the best photos.
12:00 – 13:30: Check out and have lunch and time at leisure on your own.
13:30 – 14:00: Getting on bus to go back to Hanoi with comfort break.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 7 (18/11): Hanoi – Morning flight to Danang (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel
Transfer (no guide) to Hanoi airport for flight to Danang.
Arrival in Danag, transfer (no guide) to hotel for check in.
The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore Da Nang City
Recommended highlights include:
My Khe Beach: Relax or swim at one of Vietnam’s most beautiful beaches, just across the street from your hotel.
Dragon Bridge in the evening
Han Market: Great for shopping local goods, souvenirs, and trying local food.
Overnight in Danang
Day 8 (19/11): Danang Bana Hills – Danang (B/L/-)
08:00: Pick you up by driver at your hotel lobby and transfer to Ba Na Hills
Upon arrival Ba Na hills, you will get on a Cable Car which gains 4 world scores including longest single-wire cable car system 
Arrive at Station 2 at the height of 1.138 m, our guide will take you to: Debay Wine Cellar built in 1923, Le Jardin D’Amour Flower Garden (a huge flower garden
Highlight in this tour is Golden Bridge ( Hands of God). 
You continue to visit Linh Ung pagoda 
Have buffet lunch at Bana hills
Conquer the peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1487 m, the highest peak in Ba na. Then, you will visit Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple to bask in the purity and peacefulness, find your minds relaxed and leave your worries behind.
Continue to discover the French Square, visit and play some games in Fantasy Park 
Back to the cabin down the mountain. Car takes you back to your hotel in Danang.
Day 9 (20/11): Danang – Visit Camthanh Village - Hoian ancient town (B/-/D)
13:00 PM - Departure from hotel
14:00 PM - Cam Thanh Coconut Village
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Cam Thanh Coconut Village. Embark on a
traditional basket boat, navigate the serene canals, and witness the beauty of this
hidden gem.
15:00 PM - Hoi An Old Town
Step into the enchanting Hoi An Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll
through narrow streets adorned with charming yellow buildings, each housing a
piece of history. Explore ancient temples and traditional houses, and immerse
yourself in the town's timeless allure.
17:00 PM – Light local meal: Quang noodles.
 
6:30 PM Hoai River Boat Ride
As the late afternoon transitions to early evening, embark on a scenic boat ride along the Hoai River. Witness the enchanting play of colors as the sun sets, casting a warm glow over the waters. Drift through the heart of Hoi An, capturing the essence of its riverside charm. Experience the magic of crafting your own vibrant lantern on board and, as darkness falls, release the lantern onto the river—a mesmerizing tradition that adds a touch of enchantment to your journey.
7:30 PM - Explore Hoi An at Night
Return to Hoi An Old Town and witness the magical transformation as the lantern-li streets come alive. Experience the vibrant night market, where local vendors
showcase a myriad of crafts, souvenirs, and street food. Immerse yourself in the
lively atmosphere, enhanced by the glow of lanterns reflecting on the river.
8:30 PM - Return to hotel. Overnight in Hoian
 
Day 10 (21/11): Da Nang – Saigon (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel
Transfer to airport for flight to Hochiminh
Arrival in Hochiminh transfer (no guide) to hotel for check in.
The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore Saigon City.
Overnight in Saiogn
Day 11 (22/11/2025): Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon (B/L/-)
Pick up in the morning around 08:00 (flexible 15 minutes) from the hotel heading to the Mekong Delta by minivan or bus. During the 1.5 to 2 hours drive, pass by green rice fields before arriving at the beautiful rural My Tho. Your morning trip continues from here by motorized boat on the Tien River to the Lan ( Unicorn Islet).
Walk into the village, where you can visit a local fruit garden and enjoy the tropical fruit while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by islanders. Here you also can join the daily activities of the local people and take in the atmosphere of this beautiful natural countryside. Visit the bee house, and take a picture of the pythons. Lunch will be served right in the heart of the orchard garden.


 
The boat cruise will lead you through Bao Dinh canal, entering Ben Tre province — "the land of coconuts." Here you'll see a typical agricultural model called "Garden - Pond – Cage,” before visiting the coconut candy-making shop.
Next, enjoy a rowing boat trip on the small canal, fully covered by the shadow of the water coconut’s trees. After your boat ride, take another boat ride back to the port before returning to the van. You will arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City at around 6:00 to 6:30 PM for a group tour.
Day 12 (23/11):  Ho Chi Minh City - Departure (B/-/-)
No guide
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to airport for your home flight.

Services inclus

SERVICES INCLUDED: 
● Entry visa;
● Domestic flights:
● Accomodation in the city center at all places  with breakfast;
● Modern & comfortable air-conditioned vehicles and English speaking Guide during the tour (except the break time or program clearly mentioned “WITHOUT GUIDE”);
● VIP Limousine Hanoi – Sapa- Hanoi
● Entrance fees (without camera fees) indicated in the itinerary;
● Meals as indicated in the itinerary: (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
SERVICES EXCLUDED:
● International flights;
● Drinks during the meals;
● Meals are not indicated in the itinerary;
● Personal expenses, tax;
● Insurance (of all kinds);
● Tips for the guide(s), driver(s) and porter(s);
● Others not clearly mentioned above;
● VAT.

 

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