One Week
Journey around Vietnam
From £1.260
START: 
Hanoi, Vietnam END: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Vietnam in One Week
8 Days / 7 Nights
This is Vietnam at its most iconic — curated for travellers who want depth, comfort, and discovery in equal measure.
Experience Vietnam in its full colour and rhythm on this 8‑day cross‑country adventure.
From the timeless charm of Hanoi’s Old Quarter to the emerald waters of Halong Bay, the lantern‑lit magic of Hoi An, and the dynamic pulse of Ho Chi Minh City, this journey blends culture, nature, cuisine, and history into one seamless exploration. Cruise through limestone karsts, wander ancient streets, taste regional flavours, and uncover the stories behind the Mekong Delta and the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels.
Hanoi – Jeep Tour – Halong Bay – Danang – Tra Que Village – Hoian – Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (Ben Tre) – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh City
The itinerary can be flexible, based on your arrival flight schedule.
Prices displayed are based on a single person in a 4-star hotel. You can downgrade to 3* or upgrade to 5* hotel, or get discounts for couple or groups.
Our tour prices include accommodation in shared Twin/ Double/ Triple room with air-conditioning (AC) and private bathroom, meals as stated in the programme (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner), transfers and tours with local English-speaking guides in private/ joining air-conditioned vehicles, all entrance fees as mentioned in the programme, 2 bottles of mineral water on bus per day, available on the vehicles.
Not included in the price:
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Optional Activities
Also, International Flights and Domestic Flights are not included. (For domestic flights, the fare is about £50 each, but it depends on the date)
Please check our page for flight deals. Book early to get the best discounts.
Itinerary
A vibrant journey through Vietnam’s cultural icons, natural wonders, and unforgettable local life.
Day 1 : Hanoi - Arrival
All guests are warmly welcomed upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport by our local guide then transfer to check in the hotel (Standard check in time: 14:00 local time). Free for your own activities. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Day 2 : Hanoi – Jeep Tour (B/L)
Our team will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter, greet you with a safety briefing, then begin the adventure.
- Food & Local Life: Start with Hanoi’s famous Bún Chả, then continue to the Opera House and explore the “real Hanoi” – hidden backstreets, markets, local homes, and daily life beyond tourist sites.
- City Highlights: Drive past Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Thanh Nien Street between two lakes, then enjoy authentic dishes like Phở Cuốn and Phở Chiên Phồng in a local eatery. Visit Banana Island farms, West Lake villages, and the ancient Van Nien Pagoda.
- Hidden Gems: Discover bonsai streets, B-52 wreck site, and contrasting old & new Hanoi.
- Final Stop: Relax with Hanoi’s signature egg coffee by the railway track before returning to your hotel.
Back to your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi
Day 3 : Hanoi – Halong Bay Overnight Cruise (B/L/D)
Hanoi to Halong Bay (160 km): 3.0hrs
After breakfast, depart Hanoi for a scenic 3-hour drive to Halong Bay. Arrive at the jetty in Halong City around noon and complete the check-in formalities.
Board your cruise and enjoy a warm welcome, followed by lunch as the boat begins its journey into the bay. In the afternoon, take part in visits and activities according to the boat’s program, or simply relax and admire the stunning scenery.
As the day draws to a close, the boat anchors amidst the dramatic limestone karsts. Dinner will be served on board. Overnight on the cruise in Halong Bay.
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- Local travel experts in Vietnam
- Hand‑picked experiences
- No hidden costs
- 24/7 support during your trip
Halong Bay
Day 4 : Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi – Danang – Hoian (B/L or Brunch)
Halong Bay to Hanoi (160 km): 3.0hrs
Wake up to the fresh morning air in the heart of Halong Bay as the sun rises over the limestone peaks. Breakfast is served on board (or brunch on some cruises) while the vessel leisurely cruises back through the magnificent rock formations towards the port.
Disembark and transfer directly to Noi Bai Airport for your domestic flight to Danang.
Upon arrival at Danang Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our local guide and escorted to your hotel in Hoian for check-in. Overnight in Hoian.
Day 5 : Hoian – Cycling to Tra Que Village – Cooking Class – Hoian (B/L)
After breakfast, set off on a delightful cycling trip to the charming Tra Que Vegetable Village.
Begin your morning alongside local farmers as they guide you through their daily routines preparing the soil, fertilizing with natural compost, sowing fresh seeds, and watering the vibrant garden beds. Once the work is done, unwind with a refreshing herbal foot soak followed by a relaxing foot massage, the perfect way to rejuvenate after an authentic farming experience.
Continue with a hands-on cooking class, where you’ll be fully involved in every step of the cooking process. Each 3-hour session is designed to be interactive, social, and fun.
The class begins with a warm introduction and cooking demonstration by our chefs. Working in small groups of 3–5 people, you’ll prepare 3–4 traditional dishes. Our chefs will guide and assist you throughout the session.
At the end, sit down together to enjoy the dishes you’ve created. You’ll also receive recipes to recreate these authentic flavors at home.
Return to Hoi An town for walking tour.
Stroll through the ancient town to discover merchant and community houses, places of worship, the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, and soak in the atmosphere of temples, markets, rice fields, and charming countryside scenes. This experience offers wonderful photo opportunities and a chance to interact with friendly locals. Overnight at the hotel in Hoian.
Day 6 : Hoian – Danang – Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your departure flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
All guests are warmly welcomed upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport by our local guide then transfer to visit Independence Palace (Reunification Palace), War Remnants Museum.
Afterwards, stroll through the major sights of colonial Ho Chi Minh City: the Old Saigon Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral inaugurated in 1880 became the spiritual and cultural crucible of the French presence in the Orient as was the Post office designed by Gustav Eiffel and resembling a grand railway station.
Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Mekong Delta
Day 7 : Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre (Mekong Delta) – Ho Chi Minh (B/L)
Start your day with an unforgettable journey to Ben Tre – the heart of the Mekong Delta – famous for its lush rice fields and serene landscapes.
Around 10:00 arrive at meeting point and take a short walk through a local village to enjoy the landscape of local houses and gardens. Upon reaching the local pier board your day cruiser. Enjoy the river views as you cruise through the smaller tributaries of Ben Tre province (cruise time approx. 30 minutes).
Dock at “Bao Island” and disembark your Cruise to visit Coconut Garden and drink fresh coconut at here. Return to your cruise and head down the river to another visit – a local coconut processing operation. From here, you will start a Bicycle trip around Huu Dinh village (approx. 4 kilometres). Then you will stop at a brick-making factory, where the locals still use centuries-old traditional methods to make the bricks by hand.
After your visit, Cruises will transfer you to the orther side of the river to taking a rowing sampan. Our team will paddle you through the maze of small canals to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of Ben Tre province.
After about 15 minutes, we will arrive at the local house of Mrs. Huong. Her family lives on fishing, shrimp trapping and farming. Enjoy the tropical fruits and honey tea in her garden before getting on a tri-motor cycle (Xe Loi). Enjoy the narrow village roads that navigate through the lush greenery and coconut palm trees.
After finishing the Xe Loi ride, return to your day cruiser as we will take you to Mango home restaurant to enjoy your 5-course lunch.
After your lunch, freshen up before switching to a bicycle and riding 500m, (approx. 4 minutes or 7-10 minutes’ walk) on village roads past green gardens and local houses.
First is Mr. Ba Tài’s house to learn the fascinating process of rice wine making. Lastly, a memorable visit to Mr. Sau Tuong, a former Vietcong soldier who survived two years fighting the Khmer Rouge in Phnom Penh. Today, he and his wife live on making rice paper which is the most famous specialty of My Long village. Have a chat with him and enjoy the crispy rice paper made by his wife and see how it is made.
15:30 : After the visit, walking to the main road where your car will be ready to take you back to Hochiminh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 8 : Ho Chi Minh – Half day Cu Chi Tunnels by speedboat (Join in Tour) – Departure (B/L)
7:00 am: Early in the morning, our guide will meet you at your hotel’s lobby and bring you by car to our speedboat at Bach Dang pier.
7:20 am: Then you will depart Saigon by speedboat. Within 15 minutes, the banks of the river change from city sprawl to lush jungle. A light breakfast of sandwiches or pastries, fresh tropical fruits and Vietnamese iced coffee (Ca phe sua da) is served, as your guide explains rural traditions and aspects of riverbank life.
8:50 am: You will arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site before the majority of larger bus tours arrive. Watch a brief introductory ‘propaganda’ video to the Cu Chi area.
9:00 am: Explore the tunnel site, which includes weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunitions etc.), a firing range and much more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters for years.
11:00 am: Enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river, consisting of authentic fried spring rolls, chicken and beef dishes and soup.
11:30 am: Say goodbye to Cu Chi Tunnel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
01:00 pm: Arrive back at Bach Dang’s pier.
Then you will transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your international flight home.
We hope you had an exciting holiday with us. Making it an affair to remember!
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