Treasures of Vietnam: A Tailor-Made Journey

Upon arrival in Hanoi, you will be met and taken to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax after your flight.

Set out on a private city tour with your guide this morning. Visit Ho Chi Minh's modest stilt former home and the Temple of Literature—Hanoi’s first university. Stop by the Fine Arts Museum to see its a wonderful collection of paintings and sculpture. Cap off the tour in Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter before returning to your hotel in the afternoon. (B)

Settle into a traditional-style junk for an overnight cruise on the World Heritage-listed bay.  Your voyage will take you to some of the bay’s most picturesque sites, from grottos to unusual limestone islets jutting out of the water. (B,L,D)

Awaken in the quiet of morning on the bay, and, if you wish, join a tai chi session on deck after breakfast. Go for a hike, enoying the incredible views, and have a swim off an island beach before heading back to the pier. Return to Hanoi for your flight to Danang in central Vietnam. You’ll be met by a private driver for the transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. (B)

After a leisurely breakfast, meet your guide for a private tour of Hoi An's old town. Delve into the layered history of this charming port city as you visit shop-houses, temples, and the charming Japanese covered bridge. During a free afternoon, consider renting bikes to ride through the surrounding rice paddies, or simply return to your seaside hotel to enjoy the beach. (B)

Today, you'll embark on a journey to a traditional fishing village near Hoi An. Discover the daily lives of the fishermen and their families as they mend nets, repair boats, and prepare fish for the market. Next, you'll board a traditional fishing vessel and navigate the Hoi An River towards the South China Sea. Then, you'll hop into a small basket boat and weave through a maze of water palms to reach a secluded fishing village. Here, you can explore the serene coconut-palm-lined waterways and learn about the harsh conditions faced by soldiers during the American/Vietnam War. (B)

Bid farewell to Hoi An today, and travel by private car to Hue, following a coastal route that affords some spectacular views. Settle into your historic hotel in the heart of the city, and enjoy the rest of the day to discover this former imperial capital on your own. (B)

Join your guide for a private tour of Hue's important historical sites. Discover the temples and palaces of the World Heritage-listed Hue citadel. The seat of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty until 1945, the citadel includes numerous monuments, including the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City. (B)

Fly south today to Vietnam’s commercial capital, Ho Chi Minh City, otherwise known as Saigon. En route to the city, stop to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive network of underground passageways and rooms dug by local residents to shelter Ho Chi Minh’s guerillas during the Vietnam War. This evening, embark on a fascinating discovery of Saigon on the back of a Vespa.  Touring with a small group, you’ll sample delicious street food, enjoy local music, and experience the city from the viewpoint of your experienced local guide. (B, D)

After enjoying breakfast in Saigon, embark on your journey to Ben Tre, the gateway to Vietnam's Mekong Delta, affectionately known as the kingdom of coconuts. Throughout the day, you'll immerse yourself in the local culture, discovering the unique industries, vibrant sights, captivating sounds, and delightful tastes that make this destination truly special. (B)

Head to the airport for your flight to Phu Quoc, an island in the Gulf of Thailand. Your home here is a stunning French colonial-style mansion on the beach. (B)

Savor two full days to discover beautiful Phu Quoc and the aquamarine seas that surround it. Go kayaking or snorkel the reefs, rent a moped to explore the island’s interior, or indulge in a spa treatment at the hotel. The island’s inviting white-sand beaches are the perfect place to relax and enjoy your final days in Vietnam. (B)

After a leisurely morning at the beach or by the pool, transfer to the airport this afternoon for your flight back to Saigon, where you’ll connect to your international flight.