Hanoi to Saigon: Vietnam’s Finest Experience
Experience a 11-day Vietnam luxury tour from north to south. Explore iconic landmarks, rich culture, and breathtaking landscapes with a carefully designed 2-week itinerary.
From $1870 / person (private tour, price per person drops as your group grows)
Experience a 11-day Vietnam luxury tour from north to south. Explore iconic landmarks, rich culture, and breathtaking landscapes with a carefully designed 2-week itinerary. 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
Arrival in Hanoi, welcome at Noi Bai airport, and transfer to your hotel in town.. 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: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel ★★★★★ (Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
35km – 0.75h
Day 2 — Hanoi
Discover Hanoi's major attractions, the famous Train Street, and enjoy a Water Puppet show. 9:00 AM: We begin our discovery of Hanoi with Temple of Literature which was built under the Ly dynasty in 11th century for worshipping Confucius and teaching Royal children. Enjoy a walk in the garden to the city's symbol Khue Van Cac. You will then visit the World Heritage "s tone steles " which shows the name of outstanding students. Continue to explore the Quoc Tu Giam which is considered as the first national university of Vietnam.
Stay: Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel ★★★★★ (Grand Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
8h
Day 3 — Hanoi – Ninh Binh
Travel to Ninh Binh, discover the Phuc Am votive paper village, enjoy a traditional music performance, and take a scenic sampan boat ride.. We'll embark on a short drive to the little village of Phuc Am , located approximately 20 kilometers outside of downtown Hanoi. This village is renowned for producing votive papers, used in spiritual rituals at temples, and is considered one of the biggest producers of these papers in the country. During your visit, you'll not only learn how the local people handcraft traditional bamboo baskets, but you'll also gain a deeper understanding of the Vietnamese people's spiritual life. Afterwards, we'll continue our journey to Ninh Bình , a haven for nature lovers, boasts enchanting moss-covered pagodas, breathtaking limestone karsts, sprawling rice fields, and otherworldly landscapes that will leave you speechless.
Stay: Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh ★★★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
100km – 2.5h
Day 4 — Ninh Binh – Lan Ha Bay
Transfer to Halong, board at Tuan Chau, cruise through Lan Ha Bay, and kayak in the secluded Ao Ech area.. Depart for Halong. The journey takes around 3.5 to 4 hours, with an optional stop for a restroom break along the way. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at Tuan Chau / Bai Chay pier, where you will board your cruise.
Cruise: Orchid Classic Cruise – 2D1N
200km – 3.5h
Day 5 — Lan Ha Bay – Hoi An
Discover the Heavenly Thien Cung Cave, cruise back to Tuan Chau port, disembark, and return to Hanoi, then transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for a flight to Da Nang and onward to Hoi An.. 06:00 – 06:30: Morning Reflections – Refresh your senses with a final sunrise Tai Chi session. Breakfast is served as we continue our journey through the karst landscape. 07:40 – 07:55: Exploration – We progress to Trung Trang Cave by our bus on Cat Ba Island, which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest surrounding the cave. Trung Trang cave is located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to millions of years of geological tectonics along with many historical vestiges. The cave features numerous stalactites with diverse shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors. 09:30 – 10:00: Brunch & Check-out – Return to the ship to finalize check-out procedures while enjoying a final, delightful brunch at our restaurant. 11:00 – 11:30: Disembarkation – We arrive back at Tuan Chau Marina, where we bid you a warm farewell as your journey with us concludes.
Stay: Allegro Hoian – A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa ★★★★★ (Little Suite Room) *or similar hotel
140km – 2.5h
Day 6 — Hoi An
Take a stroll through Hoi An's ancient town to discover its essential highlights.. Hoi An used to be one of the most typical South-East Asian trading ports dating from the 15th to the 19th century and the Old Town is still well-preserved. The exchanged cultures is displayed on many historic buildings, religion, daily business and enriched by the authentic lifestyle of local inhabitants.
Stay: Allegro Hoian – A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa ★★★★★ (Little Suite Room) *or similar hotel
Day 7 — Hoi An – Hue
Travel to Hue, explore the Imperial Citadel. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Hoi An. From there, we'll head to Hue, passing through Da Nang. The journey takes about 3-4 hours, taking you along some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in central Vietnam, including My Khe Beach, fishing villages, the Hai Van Pass, and Lang Co Lagoon.
Stay: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel ★★★★★ (Classic Room) *or similar hotel
Day 8 — Hue
Take a boat trip on the Perfumed River, visit Thien Mu pagoda, King Minh Mang's mausoleum, and Thuy Bieu rural village. We continue exploring Hue with a visit to Hue Citadel , the only vestige symbol for what was once the imperial city of Vietnam. It is inspired by the fortification of Vauban . The city is composed of three parts: Kinh Thanh (the Capital city), Hoang Thanh (the Imperial city) and Cam Thanh (the Forbidden City). The most beautiful sites in Hue are concentrated in this area including the flag tower, the South gate, the palace of supreme Harmony, the Dynasty temple area and the settlement area.
Stay: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel ★★★★★ (Classic Room) *or similar hotel
Day 9 — Hue – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Transfer to Hue airport, take a flight to Ho Chi Minh city. Our driver picks you up from your hotel lobby in Hue City and transfers you to Phu Bai Airport. The journey takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Stay: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Saigon Room) *or similar hotel
15km – 0.5h
Day 10 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Explore the Cu Chi tunnels and get a glimpse of Vietnam's history. 8:00 AM: We depart for 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: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Saigon Room) *or similar hotel
100km – 2.5h
Day 11 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your return flight.. 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: Orchid Classic Cruise – 2D1N
- Private English-speaking guide throughout
- Private air-conditioned car & driver
- Entrance fees & permits in the itinerary
- Meals: Breakfast: 10, Lunch: 08, Dinner: 02
- 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.
| Group size | Sharing twin/double | Private single |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller (solo) | — | $4,088 |
| 2 travellers | $2,366 | $3,312 |
| 3 travellers | $2,174 | $3,121 |
| 4 travellers | $2,039 | $2,985 |
| 5 travellers | $1,961 | $2,907 |
| 6 travellers | $1,906 | $2,852 |
| 7 travellers | $1,870 | $2,816 |
| 8 travellers | $1,915 | $2,861 |
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 11 days enough to enjoy this route?
Yes — this 11-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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