Spirit of Vietnam
Embrace the very best of Vietnam on this 12-day guided tour. See Ho Chi Minh City’s glittering skyscrapers and green paddy fields from a speedboat as you race to the Cu Chi Tunnels, where guerrilla fighters once hid during the Vietnam War. Here, meet a Viet Cong veteran who will share what it was like to live in the tunnels. Take a private tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Imperial Citadel in Hue, before the palaces open to other tourists. Experience the vibrant city of Hoi An your way – take a hands-on cooking class. Wander among the food carts lining Hanoi’s streets and taste its classic cuisine: crab spring rolls, beef noodle soup, and com cakes. Sail through the mesmerising waters of Halong Bay on a traditional overnight junk cruise.
- 04 Oct 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
from $8,995 pp twin share * - 18 Oct 2026 – 29 Oct 2026
from $8,995 pp twin share * - 01 Nov 2026 – 12 Nov 2026
from $8,995 pp twin share * - 06 Dec 2026 – 17 Dec 2026
from $8,995 pp twin share * - 10 Jan 2027 – 21 Jan 2027
from $8,995 pp twin share * - 21 Feb 2027 – 04 Mar 2027
from $8,995 pp twin share * - 14 Mar 2027 – 25 Mar 2027
from $8,995 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Dynamic Ho Chi Minh City:
Your luxury tour begins by private transfer to the five-star hotel in the heart of the city. Dine tonight in one of Saigon’s rooftop restaurants. - Day 2 – Marvels of Saigon:
Travel by speedboat from the city’s glittering skyscrapers to the green paddy fields scattered along the Saigon River. Your destination is the Cu Chi tunnels, which were dug during the Vietnam War, where you will meet a Viet Cong veteran. After lunch, explore the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City including the Notre Dame Cathedral and Gustave Eiffel’s Central Post Office. Head to a charming coffee shop and learn the art of brewing Vietnamese coffee. Personalise your day with a visit to the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine or the War Remnants Museum. - Day 3 – Cruise the Mekong Delta:
Discover the Mekong Delta aboard a private charter. See coconut production and take a ride on a tri-motorcycle. At Mango Home, feast on Mekong Delta specialities before visiting the home of a former soldier. - Day 4 – Royal Refinement in Huế Relaxed Start:
Cycle through green rice fields to the traditional garden houses of Phu Mong village. Dine at Ben Xuan Garden House Theatre, serenaded by local musicians. - Day 5 – Highlights of Huế:
Enjoy a morning visit to the Imperial Citadel and the royal tomb of Minh Mang. Escape the bustling city to a tranquil spot by the Perfume River to savour a local lunch. Take a cyclo ride to An Dinh Palace or visit a collector of rare antiquities at his private museum. - Day 6 – Romantic Hoi An:
Explore Hoi An through the eyes of a local. Enter former merchants’ homes, stroll lanes of traditional houses and cross the Japanese Covered Bridge. Dinner is your choice of traditional cuisine, modern Vietnamese or East-meets-West fusion. - Day 7 – The Locals in Hoi An Relaxed Start:
Glide to the Thanh Dong village in a traditional bamboo-basket boat learning from the villagers and a professional chef how to make Vietnamese food. - Day 8 – Hanoi Street Food Tasting Tour:
Check in to your boutique hotel before joining a local gourmand for exploration of Hanoi’s colourful street food culture. - Day 9 – Cruise Along Ha Long Bay:
Discover Ha Long Bay’s emerald waters on your private, luxury junk boat and visit the Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van. Learn from the masters with a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration or relax on deck as the sun sets. - Day 10 – Ha Long to Hanoi Relaxed Start:
Greet the day with Tai Chi or an early morning swim before lingering over brunch as you cruise past the limestone formations en route to Hanoi. - Day 11 – The Temple of Literature Relaxed Start:
Tour the Temple of Literature and view the Well of Clarity with a local scholar. Toast your travels over dinner. - Day 12 – Farewell Vietnam:
Your Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi luxury tour comes to an end with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Highlights
- Speedboat to the Cu Chi Tunnels and meet a Viet Cong veteran.
- Private tour of the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel in Hue.
- Hands-on cooking class and street food exploration in Hoi An.
Embrace the very best of Vietnam on this 12-day guided tour. See Ho Chi Minh City’s glittering skyscrapers and green paddy fields from a speedboat as you race to the Cu Chi Tunnels, where guerrilla fighters once hid during the Vietnam War. Here, meet a Viet Cong veteran who will share what it was like to live in the tunnels. Take a private tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Imperial Citadel in Hue, before the palaces open to other tourists. Experience the vibrant city of Hoi An your way – take a hands-on cooking class. Wander among the food carts lining Hanoi’s streets and taste its classic cuisine: crab spring rolls, beef noodle soup, and com cakes. Sail through the mesmerising waters of Halong Bay on a traditional overnight junk cruise.
Inclusions
- Choose between two carefully selected activities.
- Ho Chi Minh City: Continue with your exploration about the troubled past of the country at the War Remnants Museum.
- Ho Chi Minh City: Delve into the rich history and practices of traditional Vietnamese medicine.
- Explore a vast collection of artefacts and ancient remedies that highlight Vietnam’s traditional healing methods.
- Hue: Take a boat ride to the private museum of Tran Dihn Son, whose great-grandfather was a high ranking mandarin during the Nguyen Dynasty and see the vast collection of rare antiquities collected by him and his ancestors.
- Hue: Take a cyclo trip to An Dinh Palace, the private residence of Khai Dinh, Vietnam’s last emperor who ruled until 1955.
FAQs
- Hotel Caravelle, Ho Chi Minh.
- Hotel Royal Hoi An, Hoi An.
- Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre
- Paradise Elegance, Ha Long Bay.
- Pilgrimage Village, Hue.
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 12 days and 11 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 04 Oct 2026 and 25 Mar 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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