Vietnam South-North Journey & Nha Trang Beach Break
Essential South and North Vietnam Tour: 10 days exploring local culture and the beauties from Saigon, Hanoi, Halong Bay and Enjoy Beach Break in Nha Trang.
From $896 / person (private tour, price per person drops as your group grows)
Essential South and North Vietnam Tour: 10 days exploring local culture and the beauties from Saigon, Hanoi, Halong Bay and Enjoy Beach Break in Nha Trang. 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 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Ho Chi Minh City arrival, welcome and transfer to hotel. Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, our local guide and driver will warmly welcome you at the pickup area. You'll then be transferred to your hotel in the city.
Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel
Day 2 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Saigon City full day tour to visit Independence palace, Walking tour, War Remnant museum, Ben Thanh market. 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 3 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Cai Be – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
From Saigon to the Mekong Delta: Visit Cai Be, enjoy a boat trip and biking, return to Saigon by afternoon.. After breakfast at the hotel, 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. Visit 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 tasty seasonal fruits while rowing a small rowboat in the canals, shaded by the fruit trees. Back to Saigon in the late afternoon
Stay: Sanouva Hotel ★★★ (Premium Deluxe Double Room) *or similar hotel
115km – 2.5h
Day 4 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Nha Trang
Transferring to airport for a flight to Nha Trang. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and take you to Tan Son Nhat Airport.
Stay: Regalia Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe City View) *or similar hotel
Day 5 — Nha Trang
Nha Trang free & easy. Today, you have the entire day free to relax or explore the surrounding area at your own pace. Optional activities are available, such as snorkeling, sightseeing, or enjoying a boat trip. Feel free to contact us for more details and availability!
Stay: Regalia Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe City View) *or similar hotel
Day 6 — Nha Trang – Hanoi
Taking a flight from Nha Trang to Hanoi. Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your free time at leisure until it's time to transfer to Cam Ranh airport for your onward flight. Notes: Hotel check-out is before 12:00 PM. Late check-out is subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
Stay: Conifer Grand Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
Day 7 — Hanoi
Visiting the city's highlights, travelling to French Quarter, Ho Chi Minh complex. Discovering the old quarter. 9:00 AM: Get Pick up by tour guide to 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: Conifer Grand Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
Day 8 — Hanoi – Halong Bay
Amazing sailing route, Pearl farm excursion, swimming and hiking at Titov Island, offering a great panoramic views. 8:00 AM: If transport is included, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Hanoi. From there, we'll begin our journey to Halong City, enjoying a scenic drive through the picturesque Red River Delta. The trip takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, with a convenient stop along the way for restrooms if needed.
Cruise: Milalux Cruise – 2D1N
160km – 3h
Day 9 — Halong Bay – Hanoi
Exploring Sung Sot Cave then leisurely sailing before transfering back to Hanoi. 06:15 : Start the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by breakfast in the restaurant. 06:30 : Enjoy breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries. 07:30 : Visit Titov Island , known for sandy beaches and panoramic views of the bay from the top of the limestone island (Proper footwear is recommended, especially when wet) . 09:30 : Return to the cruise ship. Check out and settle the bill at the reception. 10:00 : Enjoy brunch while cruising back to Tuan Chau Marina. Relax on the sundeck or in the restaurant. 11:30 : Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina and bid farewell to the crew.
Stay: Conifer Grand Hotel ★★★ (Deluxe Room) *or similar hotel
160km – 3h
Day 10 — Hanoi
Transferring to airport for flights to next destinations. Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Hanoi and take you to Noi Bai Airport . The drive takes approximately 45 minutes.
35km – 0.75h
What’s Included
Included
- Accommodation as listed, with daily breakfast
- Halong Bay cruise: Milalux Cruise – 2D1N
- Private English-speaking guide throughout
- Private air-conditioned car & driver
- Entrance fees & permits in the itinerary
- Meals: Breakfast: 09, Lunch: 03, 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.
| Group size | Sharing twin/double | Private single |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller (solo) | — | $1,803 |
| 2 travellers | $1,104 | $1,490 |
| 3 travellers | $1,026 | $1,412 |
| 4 travellers | $970 | $1,355 |
| 5 travellers | $935 | $1,320 |
| 6 travellers | $912 | $1,298 |
| 7 travellers | $896 | $1,281 |
| 8 travellers | $921 | $1,307 |
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 10 days enough to enjoy this route?
Yes — this 10-day private itinerary is paced so you see Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) 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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