Begin your immersive group journey through Vietnam’s rich history and unique natural landscapes in the capital, Hanoi. Walk through the 11th-century courtyards of the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university dedicated to the famed philosopher Confucius. Hop onto a traditional cyclo and cruise through the narrow lanes, lively streets, green spaces, and ancient shops of Hanoi’s Old Town, stopping for delicious street food.
Take a scenic journey to Tuan Chau Harbour for your overnight Halong Bay cruise. Share a welcome drink and lunch with your group as you sail through the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay, a realm of towering rainforest-clad limestone islands doting the emerald green waters. Sail to Sung Sot Cave, Halong Bay’s largest and most beautiful grotto adorned by stalactites and stalagmites illuminated under multi-colour lights, enhancing the cave’s enchanting atmosphere, full of natural wonder and ancient legends.
Enjoy a refreshing swim off Titov Island before your transfer to the ancient city of Hoi An. Enjoy a delicious hands-on cooking class and immerse yourself in Hoi An’s gastronomic culture as you prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes with the guidance of an expert chef. Pair your culinary journey with a heritage walk through Hoi An’s ancient architecture from the 15th to 19th century, wandering through old merchant houses, lively markets, temples, and across Hanoi’s 400-year-old Japanese bridge.
Fly south to Ho Chi Minh City, where you'll find the historic Underground Chu Chi City, an intricate network of tunnels expanded on during the Vietnam War. Discover the wartime history of the Presidential Palace, marvel at the Saigon Central Post Office’s neo-classical European and Asian architecture, and hunt for souvenirs at the famed Ben Thanh Market.
Venture further south to the Mekong Delta region's lush countryside and tranquil river landscapes. Navigate through quiet village lanes on a motor tricycle, passing through vegetable gardens, coconut trees, and rivers before embarking on a scenic cruise along the Mekong River.