9 Days Vietnam Tour From Ho Chi Minh To Hanoi - Complete South To North Itinerary

In the morning, we will go to Hoc Mon district to visit the incredible underground Cu Chi tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. Back to the city after 4 hours excursion.

In the afternoon, tour of Saigon to famous landmarks such as: the Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral - two of the city's architectural landmarks then onto China Town, Binh Tay market and Thien Hau pagoda. Back to downtown and a short walk via Opera House, City Hall.... Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Heading out of the bustling city, we drive along rice fields to My Tho, one of Mekong Delta provinces. Upon arrival in My Tho, we embark on a boat navigating around the small canals in the delta region, which passes My Tho fruit market. Joining in with daily activities of local people and enjoy the atmosphere of water world along the canals and along the Tien river. The exciting cruise continues on to Unicorn island, here you can taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy the local traditional music, performed by the islanders. Have lunch at a typical country garden house. Next stops are the coconut candy “mill” and some other local industries in Ben Tre province. Drive back Ho Chi Minh for late flight to Danang. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to Hoian town 35km away. Overnight in Hoian.

After breakfast, we drive to Myson, a World Heritage, 40 km southwest of Hoian. Located in a lush valley, Myson was a capital and religious center of Cham people, now remaining with red brick towers and sanctuaries. Myson, considered being in the same age as some of Southeast Asia's greatest archaeological sites, including Angkor in Cambodia, Bagan in Myanmar, Ayutthaya in Thailand and Borobudur in Indonesia. These towers and sanctuaries were built from the 7 to 13 centuries. Back to Hoian at noon, and then spend the other half day for the guided city tour of Hoian town. Overnight in Hoi An.

After breakfast, we drive 4 hours northwards to Hue, the ancient capital of Vietnam. On the way, visit the Marble Mountain (Ngu Hanh Son), discover the stunning natural caves of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view from the top of the Marble Mountain. Have a quick view of the Dragon Bridge, the symbol of Danang City.
Take a stop on the way to see the spectacular view on the top of “Hai Van Pass” and the legend beach of Lang Co.

Afternoon, sightseeing in Hue to the Ancient Imperial Citadel, a complex of palaces and temples built by the Nguyen from early 19th Century for which Hue was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage. Then, visit Dong Ba, the local market in Hue, and experience the amazing sights, sounds and aromas of this busy market. We will have the opportunity to interact with the local sellers.
You will embark o­n a drive to Hue’s countryside, through scenic villages and green rice fields to reach the Emperor Tu Duc’s tomb, one of the most beautiful royal architectures of Nguyen dynasty.
Late in the afternoon, enjoy a leisure boat-ride along the scenic Perfume River and visit Thien Mu pagoda. Overnight in Hue.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the morning flight to Hanoi. After one hour flight you will land at Noi Bai airport in the Hanoi Capital of Vietnam. On arrival, we will take the city tour of Hanoi to visit the most historical and cultural highlights of Hanoi. The visit includes:
- Ho Chi Minh’s (HCM) Mausoleum (outside visit)
- HCM’s Stilt House
- One Pillar Pagoda
- Temple of Literature, built in 11th Century and the country’s first University
- We would like to present you Hanoi locals’ daily life with a short walking tour of the Hanoi Old streets, Hoan Kiem lake, stop at Ngoc Son temple. Overnight in Hanoi.

- 8.00AM: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and depart for Halong Bay - the World Heritage Site on a comfortable 3 and a half hour drive passing the nice countryside of the Red River Delta. As scheduled, there will be a short stop in the midway to relax. On the way, you may want to have some more stops for taking photo of the local daily life on the rice-fields, etc...
- 12:00 PM: Board Halong Junk. Lunch is served with a welcome drink while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape.
- You will see Dog Rock, Incense Burner Rock, as well as Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave (Cave of Surprises).
- Later we stop at a floating house owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay.
- After returning to the boat a fresh fruit platter will be served, and we will anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and our overnight stay.
- Dinner is served on board and then you have free time to listen to music, join in Karaoke singing or relax under the stars. Overnight on boat.

- 7.30AM: Breakfast will be served on the boat, before cruising to another part of Halong Bay where you will view more of the bays spectacular limestone scenery, such as Drum Cave, Man's Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fair-man's Cave.
- The junk then heads to Van Gia fishing village- one of the oldest and largest floating villages in Halong Bay.
- You will have the opportunity to understand more about the fishermen's daily life, before cruising to a beautiful, secluded spot to swim.
- 11.30 AM: The boat returns to the dock for lunch in an A/C restaurant before returning to Hanoi.
- Arrive in Hanoi at around 4PM; you may want to catch up on more sightseeing or just relaxing in your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.