A Gentle Journey Through Vietnam – 15 Days of Peace, Beauty, and Discovery



Overview
This 15-day Vietnam adventure brings you the perfect mix of culture, nature, and fun! Trek through Sapa’s misty valleys, cruise majestic Halong Bay, dive into Hanoi’s vibrant street food scene, and unwind on the beaches of Phu Quoc. With historic towns, cable cars, caves, and island-hopping—every day is a new and unforgettable memory.
Itinerary Details
Day 1: land in Hanoi – Incent village 1/2 day
Our transfer wait outside (no tour guide) to pick up you to hotel for check in (check in time 14h00)
Reach Hotel to leave luggage
12:00 – 12:30): Pick up at Old Quarter by tour guide.
First, we’ll visit the historic Chuong village, renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of conical hat making. Here, you’ll meet local artisans and observe the intricate process of crafting these iconic Vietnamese hats.
Next, we’ll head to the century-old Quang Phu Cau village, famous for its vibrant incense craft. Stroll through the village center, witnessing families engaged in small-scale incense production.
You’ll visit a specialist household that dyes incense sticks, offering perfect photo opportunities of colorful incense bundles. The tour culminates with a visit to the village’s largest incense factory.
Here, you’ll get an in- depth look at the entire incense-making process, from raw materials to finished products, and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.
17:00 – 17:30 (Afternoon): Our journey concludes with a return to Hanoi. (time will be more or less depend on the date)
Evening come back to hotel and have free time to relax.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi city by Jeep – Hanoi walking street food tour
Morning: After breakfast, ready in lobby from 8h00
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. You will be greeted by our guide and driver at your hotel lobby or our meeting point for a safety briefing, we then begin our adventure.
On the first part of our Hanoi Jeep tour, We will take you to see the Hanoi Opera House – the biggest theater in Vietnam, which is also considered as a historical and architectural landmark as well as an attraction in Hanoi where a range of important events have taken place.
We expose you the REAL HANOI with a day in the life experiences, featured with the parts-unknown of the city with slices of life in the maze of backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets and black market, experiencing where & how locals live, work and play. Other travel companies just show you the beauty and tell you to run away from the bad and the weird of your destinations.
On Hanoi Jeep Tours’ journeys, not only do we show you the good but we also expose the bad and the weird of your destinations as it is what it is. For us, the run-off-the mill tourist sites are only the tip of the iceberg, the majority of your destinations remain hidden in the unknown parts-unknown.
On the second part of the Hanoi Jeep tour, we pass by & stop at the MUST-SEE places of our beautiful city. On the way we will pass through Ho Chi Minh mausoleum – the Mecca of Vietnamese Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, sacred place built to keep Ho Chi Minh’s body remained after he passed away so that he can somehow find contentment in seeing Vietnam united.
After that, We take you through the Thanh Nien street which lies between 2 beautiful lakes of Hanoi, one of the most beautiful streets of the city. Then we moved to banana island which we call The hidden charm of Hanoi where it is just about 3,4 km far from the center but the scenery is totally different from modern cities.
You have a chance to visit their farm, see the local’s houses, talk with local people to know about their lifestyle, enjoy the organic tropical fruits they grow by themselves and try the green tea.
After that we also take you to the peaceful & alluring out-skirt villages around West lake and Truc Bach lake to enrich your experiences about the contrast in harmony of life between the city center and the out-skirt. Then we went to visit and learn about Van Nien pagoda or also known as the 1000-year-old Buddhist pagoda, it’s one of the most ancient pagodas in Hanoi.
On the third part of the Hanoi Jeep tour, while we are traveling, you will see Hoang Hoa Tham, the most beautiful bonsai street in Hanoi, which will impress you with the fresh green trees and colorful flowers.
Our Jeep will take you go through the back street, see the small alleys of Hanoi as you would experience a hidden tranquil of Hanoi – B52 American aircraft which was shot down by Vietnamese people, a hectic of Hanoi with thousands of Skyscrapers in the new parts of the city. It is not only a ride but a journey that you would learn about Hanoi before, now and then.
On the last part of Hanoi Jeep tour, you will stop at different AUTHENTIC restaurants, eateries and food stalls to savor the tastiest of the tasty dishes of Hanoi including family heirloom & secret recipe dishes, local delicacies and specialties.
Reach hotel around 12h30
Afternoon 17h30 start the journey Hanoi walking street food tour
- Be picked up from hotels or meeting points located in the center of Hanoi Old Quarter (Only) – Quick Vietnamese greeting lessons.
- Tour guides discuss any food allergies before starting a tour and tell tourists about Vietnamese cuisine, Vietnamese (Hanoian) history, culture while touring.
- Tour guides will take tourists to eat at lots of special corners , alleys and restaurants of The Old Quarter that you might miss if you go by yourself to try variety of street foods and drinks
- Tour ends at HoanKiem Lake or anywhere convenient for tourists to return, and then tour guides will show them how to get back your hotels/hostels if tour has more than 2 groups otherwise we will take you back hotels.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu Trang An Hang Mua
07h30 – 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for the limousine transfer to Ninh Binh.
09h15: The limousine stops on the way for a 15 – 20 minutes short break for you to stretch your legs, use the facilities, or have a quick snack.
10h30: The limousine arrives in Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from the years 968 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of King Dinh and King Le and learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
11h45: It is time for a buffet lunch to enjoy local specialties in the private area of our Ninh Binh Heritage restaurant. The vegetarian option is also available.
13h00: Continue your trip to Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. While you’re there you can spend 2 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a wonderful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.
15h00: It’s time you get on the bicycle to ride around the local village and discover how amazing life is for the local people here.
15h45: Your next destination is Mua Cave, also known as the “Great Wall of China” in Vietnam. From the foot of the mountain, you can climb 500 steps to reach the mountain’s peak from where you can enjoy the fantastic view of the city and Tam Coc below.
17h00: The limousine takes you back to Hanoi.
19h00 – 19h30: Limousine drops you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Day 4: Halong bay 2 days 1 night
08:00 am Pick up from Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House
11:30 am – 12:00 am Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor, check in at the waiting room.
12:00 am – 12:30 pm Get on Tender Boat to Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Complete check-in procedure.
01:00 pm – 01:15 pm Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
03:00 pm You can choose to relax on the sundeck or explore Tra Bau area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay and experience kayaking or swimming here.
05:30 pm – 06:00 pm Come back to our cruise and participate in our Cooking Class. Take photos and relax with “Happy Hour”: Promotion for drinks.
07:00 pm Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful on-board catering staff, night view on Lan Ha Bay is incredible.
09:00 pm After dinner, you can join the squid fishing program and relax on the sundeck, enjoy the atmosphere on Bay at night.
Day 5: Halong back to Hanoi evening take bus to Sapa
06:00 am Taichi on the sundeck, sightseeing sunrise.
06:15 am – 07:00 am Cruises continue to pass amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee and light breakfast is served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
07:00 am Visitors Dark and Light Cave. Here you can freely kayak or bamboo Boat to explore the landscape, or immerse yourself in the cool, clear blue water of this place.
09:30 am Back to your cabin, take relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.
10:00 am Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check-out\ procedure. Enjoy lunch at the restaurant while the cruise is returning to the harbor.
11:00 am Get on Tender Boat to back to Tuan Chau habor
11:30 am – 12:00 am Car transfer service by the highway from Halong to Hanoi
15:00 pm – 15:30pm reach Hanoi bus office, leave luggage in bus office
Have quick dinner before start the trip to Sapa by VIP CABIN sleeper bus (departure 17h00)
Reach Sapa around 23h00, minivan transfer to hotel – check in and relax.
Day 6: visit Fansipan mountain – Cat Cat village
Start the day right with a hearty breakfast at hotel restaurant.
Once fueled up, we’ll head to Sun Plaza, where you’ll board the Muong Hoa Mountain Train to Hoang Lien Station.
From there, it’s cable car time! Soar through the clouds up to Fansipan, the “Roof of Indochina” and Southeast Asia’s highest peak. The panoramic views of lush valleys and rugged mountains will leave you speechless—a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
After conquering Fansipan, we’ll head back to Sapa town for a delicious lunch, followed by some downtime at your hotel to recharge.
1:30 PM: Ready for more? Your guide will take you on a trek to Cat Cat Village, a picturesque H’mong village tucked in the mountains. Wander through scenic trails, admire cascading waterfalls, and explore the historic remains of a French-built hydropower station. It’s the perfect way to connect with the serene beauty of Sapa’s countryside and meet the friendly locals.
5:30 PM: Return to Sapa town to unwind at your hotel. Enjoy a delicious dinner, then take the evening at your own pace—browse the bustling night market, stroll through the cool mountain air, or simply relax after a day packed with unforgettable memories.
Overnight in Sapa hotel.
Day 7: visit Lao Chai Ta Van village – bus back to Hanoi
8:00 – 8:30 AM: After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, get ready to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Sapa’s countryside. Your guide will meet you for an unforgettable trek, starting with a walk down to Y Linh Ho, a serene Hmong village surrounded by century-old terraced rice fields. Make sure your camera’s ready—these landscapes are postcard-perfect!
From Y Linh Ho, we’ll continue to Lao Chai Village, a vibrant hub of the Hmong community. Here, you’ll pause to take in the tranquility, observe daily village life, and enjoy a well-deserved break (about 30–40 minutes).
Next, we trek to Ta Van Village, home to the warm and welcoming Giay people. The village’s rustic charm, rolling hills, and friendly locals create an atmosphere you won’t want to leave. It’s the perfect place to connect with the culture, soak in the scenery, and create lasting memories.
After the trek, we’ll return to Sapa town for a delicious lunch. Once you’ve checked out of your hotel, our driver will drop you at the bus office for your VIP sleeper bus journey back to Hanoi.
22h30 Sit back, stretch out, and enjoy the comfortable ride to the capital by VIP CABIN sleeper bus.
Day 8: flight to Da Nang chill relax in beach
Reach Hanoi airport around 4am, take flight to Da Nang – Departure 6h00 am
Land in Da Nang after 1h30, our driver take you to hotel in Da Nang – check in and relax
Chill relax in beach.
Day 9: Coconut river – Hoi An Town
Morning, relax in beach
12.00 – 12.15: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel
Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interesting and suitable for everybody.
About 2.30 pm: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.
Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
- You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. You will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
- Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
- Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
- Dinner with Hoi An specialty food.
6.00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best lucks to you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.
Day 10: Bana hills 1 day
07:30 am – 08:00 am: Our Minivan and a tour guide pick you up at your hotel lobby, enjoy a ride to Ba Na Hills via Cable Car
Spend your time in the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, visit Dream Stream Cable car Station and admire the breath-taking view of Da Nang coastal city.
After finishing the first cable car, you will visit The Golden Bridge – which has the most exotic structure and also the world’s most prominent pedestrian bridges highlighted by the British Guard newspaper, Le Jardin D’amourn (consists of 9 gardens), Linh Ung pagoda.
Sit on the 2nd Cable Car to visit the French Village where you could enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s statue, Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Watch Carnival Performance Show, Square Du Dome …
Have lunch at a restaurant (Buffet).
Take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to many new attractions for check-in such as Helios waterfall, Time Gate, and The Moon Kingdom …Join in Fantasy Park by walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watching 3D mega 360 degrees, riding on journey into the underground, entering Jurassic Park, challenging Freefall Tower and participating in an adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.
3:00 pm: Return to the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills
4:45 – 5:45 pm: Our Minivan brings you back to your hotel. Tour ends.
Evening free time to discovery Da Nang.
Day 11: Flight to Phu Quoc
Morning, after lunch, our driver take you to airport, check in flight to Phu Quoc (transit in HCMC)
Land in Phu Quoc, our driver take you to hotel and have check in – relax in beach.
Day 12: Scuba diving
7:30 – 8:00 AM: Pick up guests from the hotel or meeting point, then move to diving site. You will then be trained in basic scuba diving skills.
Explore the two included coral reefs.
Enjoy lunch on board
01:00 pm Drop off guest at the hotel or meeting points
Afternoon/ evening free time.
Day 13: 4 island by speed boat
07am – 8.30am : Pick up at Hotel lobby
-Pearl Farm
- Go straight to An Thoi Harbour
- Get on Speedboat and Visit 4 Island:
+ Seawalker activity (Optional – guest own expense)
+ Gam Ghi Island: Snorkelling at Coral Reef, Take photos.
+ May Rut Trong Island: Swimming & Relaxing
+ May Rut Ngoai Island: Take photo with SUP and Fly Camera, enjoy lunch
3pm : Return to the harbor and back to Hotel.
Afternoon/ evening free time.
Day 14: Vin wonder – Safari
Morning: You get up early to view the dawn on Pearl Island before having breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 a.m: Pick up by car and tour guide to begin visiting the North Island.
Visiting and exploring Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc is the first and only open zoo in Vietnam that was built according to the international safari model. Vinpearl safari animal care and conservation park has 380 hectares of space, 150 animal species, 3,000 individual animals that call the park home, and at least 1,200 botanical species. The park is also divided into two main areas: a wildlife park and an open zoo.
Vin wonders Phu Quoc – Vietnam’s Biggest Theme Park, One of The Best in Asia. VinWonders Phu Quoc offers tourists an experience of their lifetime with a world-class system of activities. Captivating stories, unparalleled adventures and thrilling games are all the highlights of this place.
VinWonders Phu Quoc is listed among the largest theme parks in Vietnam. Coming there, tourists of all ages and personalities can find their ideal destinations to explore. The exciting activities and the colorful life of thousands of sea creatures here will bring you an unprecedented entertaining experience in your Phu Quoc trip.
Having lunch in the VinWonder’s Restaurant
In the evening: Tour guide will come and pick up guests to Grand World Phu Quoc – The sleepless city in the North of the Island (As an open space, admission is free).
- “The quintessence of Vietnam” is a masterpiece expressing the pride in the national culture to every visitor of Phu Quoc United Center, reminding the Vietnamese of our rich history and traditions.
- Show: “The quintessence of Vietnam“ will take place at 20:30 – 21:15 (self-sufficient, 200.000/pax)
The Charm of Venice – Venice at night becomes brighter with the sensorial show “Colors of Venice”. The dynamic LED and 3D Mapping colors with the meticulous setting and costumes and compelling choreography create innumerable uplifting experiences and lead the audience into the emotional fairy tale love story “told” right on the stage in the lake. This top-class spectacular technological-based show will take place at 21:30 – 22:00 at Love Lake.
Day 15: Leave Vietnam from Phu Quoc
Our driver come to pick up and take you to go to Phu Quoc international airport
Finished 15 days in Vietnam.
NOTE:
- The itinerary might subject to change due to weather or tide condition with our prior notice
- Schedule subject to change upon weather and operation conditions
- Promotion might apply, inclusions and exclusions might change – you will be informed of changes upon booking
WHAT TO BRING
- Shoes • Camera + Film • Insect repellent • Original Passport • Hat • Sunglasses.
- Bring your own water container to refill water on tour, not waste plastic bottles.
Hãy là người đầu tiên nhận xét “A Gentle Journey Through Vietnam – 15 Days of Peace, Beauty, and Discovery” Hủy
Sản phẩm tương tự
























Đánh giá
Chưa có đánh giá nào.