Vietnam Luxury Tour: Discovery, Culture & Beach Break
Experience a 12-day Vietnam luxury tour from north to south. Explore iconic landmarks, rich culture, and natural landscapes, and beach vacations. Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Nha Trang.
From $2410 / person (private tour, price per person drops as your group grows)
Experience a 12-day Vietnam luxury tour from north to south. Explore iconic landmarks, rich culture, and natural landscapes, and beach vacations. Hanoi, Ninh Binh, 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 — 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
50km – 8h
Day 3 — Hanoi – Ninh Binh
Travel to Ninh Binh and enjoy a sampan boat ride.. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter. We'll then begin a 2.5-hour drive from Hanoi to Van Long. As we traverse the Red River Delta, feel free to make stops along the way to capture photos of the rural landscapes.
Stay: Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh ★★★★★ (Superior Room) *or similar hotel
100km – 2.5h
Day 4 — Ninh Binh
Have a bike ride and discover Vietnamese spiritual life at Thung La Temple.. For an active immersion, you can choose to embark on a 10 km bike ride (one way) or a 20 km ride (round trip) along the dyke, offering stunning views of rice fields, a river, and limestone mountains. Take optional stops along the way for picturesque photos and interactions with locals. Continue your exploration by visiting Thung La Temple , which dates back to the 11th century. Don't miss the opportunity to experience traditional musical instruments that are integral to the spiritual life of the Vietnamese people. Note : Travellers who prefer not to ride a bicycle can either ride as a passenger on a scooter or reach the temple by car.
Stay: Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh ★★★★★ (Superior Room) *or similar hotel
Day 5 — Ninh Binh – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
Transfer to Halong, board at Tuan Chau, cruise through Lan Ha Bay, and kayak in the secluded Ao Ech area.. 8:00: 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
180km – 3.5h
Day 6 — Lan Ha Bay – Nha Trang
Discover the Heavenly Thien Cung Cave, cruise back to Tuan Chau port, disembark, and return to Hanoi, and take a flight to Nha Trang.. 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: L'Alya Ninh Van Bay ★★★★★ (Hill Rock Pool Villa ) *or similar hotel
160km – 3h
Day 7 — Nha Trang
Full day to relax or explore. 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: L'Alya Ninh Van Bay ★★★★★ (Hill Rock Pool Villa ) *or similar hotel
Day 8 — Nha Trang
Full day to relax or explore. 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: L'Alya Ninh Van Bay ★★★★★ (Hill Rock Pool Villa ) *or similar hotel
Day 9 — Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Transfer to Cam Ranh airport, take a flight to Ho Chi Minh city. 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: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel
Day 10 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Ho Chi Minh city tour: 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: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel ★★★★★ (Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel
Day 11 — Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and Discover Saigon by Night on a Vintage Vespa. 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 ★★★★★ (Verdant Calm Room) *or similar hotel
100km – 2.5h
Day 12 — 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: 07, 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) | — | $4,943 |
| 2 travellers | $2,792 | $4,341 |
| 3 travellers | $2,644 | $4,192 |
| 4 travellers | $2,539 | $4,087 |
| 5 travellers | $2,480 | $4,028 |
| 6 travellers | $2,437 | $3,985 |
| 7 travellers | $2,410 | $3,958 |
| 8 travellers | $2,445 | $3,993 |
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 12 days enough to enjoy this route?
Yes — this 12-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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