Private · 14 Days / 13 Nights · Customizable

Family Classic: Hanoi to Saigon Exploration

Selected the best activities and destinations for your Vietnam Family Holiday. Learn Authentic Culture, Visit the Beautiful landscapes and Relax at Beaches.

From $1274 / person (private tour, price per person drops as your group grows)

Duration14 days / 13 nights
RouteHanoi – Ninh Binh – Bai Tu Long Bay – Hoi An – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Tay Ninh – Cai Be – Can Tho
Travel styleMost popular, Family
HalongOvernight cruise
GuidePrivate, English
BookingSecure online payment

Selected the best activities and destinations for your Vietnam Family Holiday. Learn Authentic Culture, Visit the Beautiful landscapes and Relax at Beaches. Fully private and customizable, with your own guide and driver, honest online pricing, and cabin & pickup confirmed within 1 hour.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Click any day to expand. “Stay” shows the accommodation on this route. Prefer to upgrade a hotel or cruise cabin? We’ll tailor it — and the price — in your free quote.

Day 1 — Hanoi

Pick up Noi Bai airport to Hanoi center. Upon your arrival at Noi Bai Airport , you'll be greeted by our guide and driver at the pickup lobby. You'll then enjoy a 45-minute drive to the heart of Hanoi , passing over the Red River, where you can catch a glimpse of the city's unique architecture and its famously bustling traffic.

Stay: Palago Boutique Hotel ★★★★ (Executive Room) *or similar hotel

35km – 0.75h

Day 2 — Hanoi

Visiting and making pottery Bat Trang village, Temple of literature, driving through French quarter, water puppet show. 8:30 AM: Pick up from your hotel to Bat Trang , situated on the banks of the Red River, just 20km away from the heart of Hanoi. This village is renowned as one of Vietnam's most famous traditional craft hubs, specializing in the art of porcelain craftsmanship. Upon arrival, we'll begin exploring the village with a visit to the local communal house , a place dedicated to the founder of this porcelain craft village. Continue walking through narrow alleys to visit an ancient house that dates back to the same period as the Long Bien Bridge. Here, the host will explain the unique aspects of Vietnamese culture and its spiritual beliefs. Next, we'll tour a family-owned factory. Your guide will lead you through the fascinating processes involved in crafting ceramic products, and if you're interested, you might even have a hands-on experience working alongside the skilled artisans. While strolling through the village, don't forget to explore the charming products on display in the local shops before hopping in our car for the journey back to Hanoi.

Stay: Palago Boutique Hotel ★★★★ (Executive Room) *or similar hotel

Day 3 — Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi

A full day to explore Ninh Binh at Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Bich Dong. 8:00 AM: Meet your tour guide and driver at hotel then transfer to Ninh Binh, the awesome site is enriched with historical, cultural, religion and geographic wonders. On the journey passing the Red River delta, stop as you wish for pictures.

Stay: Palago Boutique Hotel ★★★★ (Executive Room) *or similar hotel

100km – 2h

Day 4 — Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay

Cruising in Bai Tu Long bay, exploring Cap La Island, cooking class and overnight on boat. 8:00 AM: Pick up at your hotel (in the Hanoi Old Quarter). Enjoy three hour drive from Hanoi to Bai Tu Long Bay . Your journey will pass the series of villages and rice fields in the Red River Delta . Have a stop for drink and restroom. Continue your driving, arrive at the harbor around noon, get warmly welcomed at cruise reception.

Cruise: Swan Cruise – 2D1N

160km – 3h

Day 5 — Bai Tu Long Bay – Hoi An

Visiting the charm of Thien Canh Son cave, stunning cruising and back to Hanoi for flight to Danang, Hoi An. 06:00 : Sunrise Tai Chi session on the sundeck or catch a morning view of the bay with a cup of tea or coffee. 06:30 : Breakfast is served in Western style to fulfill energy for another exploring day. 07:15 : Explore Thien Canh Son Cave . 08:30 : Upon return to the boat, have about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. 09:30 : Check out. Please take all personal belongings out of the cabin, heavy luggage can be left outside the cabin door (staff will transfer it directly to the port). 09:45 : Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat. 10:30 : Back to the harbor. 11:00 – 11:15 : Disembark at Ha Long cruise port .

Stay: Delicacy Hotel & Spa ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

Day 6 — Hoi An

Enjoying a full day Hoi An family tour. 9:00 AM: Pick up from hotel then travel to Hoi An ancient town. On arrival, visit Cam Pho – one of the oldest communal houses in Hoi An. It was built in the shape of Chinese character means the country for worshipping and trading business and cultural exchange between locality and Chinese, Japanese traders.

Stay: Delicacy Hotel & Spa ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

Day 7 — Hoi An – Da Nang – Hoi An

Exploring the world's impressive cable car, French colonist style complex, Golden Bridge, Fantasy Park.. 8:00 AM: Start from your hotel to have a full day visit to Ba Na hill complex. Located at 1478m high above the sea level and 25 km to the west of Da Nang, Ba Na Hill has a year round cool climate which makes it an ideal resort since French colonist time. On arrival, take 20 minutes of the world's impressive cable car in order to reach the peak of Ba Na hill and observe the beautiful scenery. Arrive at the station, take a visit to pagoda with giant Buddha statue , green gardens of multiple kinds of flora and flower interleaved by French architecture buildings and wine storages. Leisurely walk on the World's top ten impressive architecture bridges – Golden Bridge . Immerse into the stunning views of national park, waterfall, ocean and city in remote distance which can hardly found in other regions. Enjoy the entertainments in Fantasy Park – the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with series of interesting games before getting transfer back to city.

Stay: Delicacy Hotel & Spa ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

50km – 1.5h

Day 8 — Hoi An

Hoi An free & easy. Today, enjoy a full day at leisure to relax or explore the surrounding area at your own pace. A variety of optional activities are available, including snorkeling , cooking classes , cycling , sightseeing, or boat excursions. Please note that these activities are not included and are at your own expense. Feel free to contact us for more information and availability. Lunch & dinner at your own expense (not included). Overnight in Hoi An.

Stay: Delicacy Hotel & Spa ★★★ (Deluxe City View Room) *or similar hotel

Day 9 — Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Hoi An free & easy. Flying to Ho Chi Minh City. Spend the morning on your own itinerary or just Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Da Nang City and take you to Da Nang Airport.

Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel

Day 10 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Discovering Saigon city with the best highlights: Independence palace, Binh Tay market, China town, Quan Am pagoda and Fito Museum of traditional medicine. 9:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel to Independence Palace , once used as the home – office of the Presidents of South Vietnam. Our visit includes the North Vietnamese tank which effectively attacked the palace in 1975 to bring the controversial Vietnam War to an end and the five-story palace with its rooms have been preserved in their late 1960s, 1970s style and a bunker basement.

Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel

Day 11 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Tay Ninh – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Special excursion to Cu Chi tunnels and then visiting Cao Dai temple.. 7:00 AM: Leave from your hotel to visit the most striking place in the history of the Vietnam War, the Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi is a real underground city made up of a large network of tunnels covering an area of over 250km long where the Viet Cong conducted the war of resistance against American troops. All of the tunnels were dug over a period of twenty years using only pickaxes and shovels. The tour includes special entering some part of tunnels. Option: At the Cu Chi shooting range, guests can enhance their experience by trying real gun firing. This service allows visitors to test their aim with a variety of firearms under supervision. It's a thrilling option for those seeking a bit of adventure. This is an optional service not included in the tour price, and guests will need to pay on the spot.

Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel

100km – 2.5h

Day 12 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Cai Be – Can Tho

From Saigon to the Mekong Delta: Visiting Cai Be, Boat Trip, and Biking. Meet our tour guide and driver for your transfer to Cai Be . Visit Cao Dai temple on route. On arrival, experience the rhythm of life on the legendary Mekong River by visiting the canals lined with orchards. Visiting craft workshops of rice popcorn, coconut caramel and rice cake…Go biking or walking on the village paths to discover the ancient and beautiful Phu Chau pagoda where the serenity reigns and meet the local people. Enjoy lunch in an open air restaurant where you can taste a famous local specialty, the elephant ear fish. Finally, enjoy tasting delicious fruits while rowing a small rowboat in the canals, shaded by the fruit trees. Continue your boat trip to Vinh Long and meet the driver at the pier for a transfer to Can Tho. Arrive in Can Tho in the late afternoon. Check in your hotel and relax. Enjoy free time on your own to discover the city located on the Mekong River side.

Stay: Ninh Kieu Riverside Hotel ★★★★ (Executive Superior City view) *or similar hotel

175km – 4h

Day 13 — Can Tho – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Visiting famous Cai Rang market, fruit garden tour, Binh Thuy ancient house, back to Saigon.. Have breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the pier for a boat trip to visit Cai Rang floating market , the largest and most lively market in the Mekong Delta. There are so many colors and smells in the bubbling atmosphere where hundreds of sampans are filled with goods such as rice, fruits, and craft products. Everything is shown to sell from the early morning. Leave the market and continue the boat trip through the canals and visit a fruit garden . Head back to An Binh Market which is full of fish, fruits and vegetables. Stop at Binh Thuy ancient house which contains the orchid garden where "The Lover" was filmed.

Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel

175km – 4h

Day 14 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Transferring to airport for flights to next destinations. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and take you to Tan Son Nhat Airport.

10km – 0.5h

What’s Included

Included

  • Accommodation as listed, with daily breakfast
  • Halong Bay cruise: Swan Cruise – 2D1N
  • Private English-speaking guide throughout
  • Private air-conditioned car & driver
  • Entrance fees & permits in the itinerary
  • Meals: Breakfast: 13, Lunch: 08, Dinner: 01
  • 02 bottles of water per person per day on tour
  • 24/7 WhatsApp · cabin & pickup confirmed within 1 hour

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Vietnam e-visa (~$25)
  • Travel insurance (required)
  • Drinks, tips & personal expenses
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Meals not specified

Pricing

Private tour, price per person — it drops as your group grows (your own guide & car are shared). Pick your group and room type for an indicative from-price; your exact price for specific dates (seasonal, only ~7% either way) is confirmed within 1 hour on WhatsApp.

From $1,741 / person

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Group size Sharing twin/double Private single
1 traveller (solo) $2,964
2 travellers $1,741 $2,232
3 travellers $1,558 $2,050
4 travellers $1,431 $1,923
5 travellers $1,359 $1,850
6 travellers $1,307 $1,799
7 travellers $1,274 $1,766
8 travellers $1,325 $1,817

Indicative from-prices (season varies ~7%). Single traveller = private single room. Child (2–11, sharing): reduced rate · Infant (<2): free — confirmed in your quote.

Good to Know

Is 14 days enough to enjoy this route?

Yes — this 14-day private itinerary is paced so you see Hanoi and more without rushing. We can shorten or extend any part to fit your dates.

Best time to travel?

March–April and October–November are the most reliable nationwide. Northern Vietnam is cool and dry December–February. We’ll advise the best dates for your route.

Can I customize it?

Fully — change hotels, upgrade your cruise cabin, add or remove stops. It’s a private tour built around you.

How do I pay?

After we agree your itinerary we send a secure online payment link. Cabin & pickup confirmed within 1 hour, honest local pricing.

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