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Discover Vietnam Tour, a tailor-made Vietnam itinerary

Vietnam · Discovery tour

Discover Vietnam Tour

9 nights · 10 days*Indicative price £1,595 ppHa Noi - Sa Pa - Ha Long Bay - HCM City

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About this Vietnam itinerary

A Vietnam discovery tour that covers all the main highlights of this amazing country with a special focus on the mountainous area of Sa Pa. As well as exploring the town and surrounding areas of SaPa, visiting local villages and markets where the colourful ladies from the Ethnic minority tribes will happily sell you their craft produce.

You will also discover the vibrant town of Hanoi, the enchanting Ha Long Bay area with the enchanting scenery, the bustling city of HCM in the south finishing your tour in the calmer, quieter area of the Mekong Delta exploring how locals live and thrive on, in or by the mighty Mekong River.

Trip highlights

  • The 2 major cities of Ha Noi and HCM City are both exciting and vibrant places in different ways.
  • The mountains of in the SaPa region offer magnificent vistas whether trekking or travelling in cars.
  • Ha Long Bay is an absolute must when visiting Vietnam. The Karsts are spectacular and atmospheric.
Route & map

Where the Discover Vietnam Tour route takes you

  1. Ha Noi

    3 nights

  2. Sa Pa

    2 nights

  3. Ha Long Bay

    2 nights

  4. HCM City

    2 nights

Where you'll visit

Vibrant and exciting Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, is a buzzing city that oozes self-assurance. Because it was bombed far less during the war, its Old Quarter remains intact - with each street devoted to different wares, from shoes to chicken's feet, conical hats and deities. Sit back in the elegant French quarter and observe the city on parade; watch traditional water puppetry, or join a public Tai Chi session on the shores of the Hoan Kiem Lake. In the centre of the lake is a beautiful Chinese temple, reached by crossing an ornate red bridge. You may also wish to visit the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum complex and the Temple of Literature.

Day by day

Your itinerary, day by day

Arrival in Hanoi You will be greeted at the airport by our Vietnam Travel Centre representative and taken directly to your hotel to rest or explore as you choose. Ha Noi is the capital city of Vietnam. It's a 1000 year old city that is packed full of diversity, character and vitality. The heart of the city is Hoan Kiem Lake where locals and tourists alike sit, walk or join in with daily Tai Chi and exercise groups. To the north of the Lake is the Old Quarter where an ancient style of living among the narrow streets and tiny buildings dominates. To the south of the Lake is the elegant French Quarter with its wide tree lined boulevards and Colonial style architecture. If flights allow, after a rest and lunch, you can enjoy a Cyclo ride around the central area to get a snapshop of this vibrant and busy city centre. After the cyclo ride, you can enjoy the unique Water Puppet show accompanied by talented local musicians playing traditional instruments. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.

Where you'll stay

Choose your comfort level

The route stays exactly the same, you are only choosing the level of hotel. Prices vary by category and your expert confirms the exact quote for the level you pick. Any individual stay can also be swapped.

Ha Noi Boutique Hotel in Ha Noi, Vietnam

Ha Noi · 3 nights

Ha Noi Boutique Hotel

Sapa Elegance in Sa Pa, Vietnam

Sa Pa · 2 nights

Sapa Elegance

Princess Junk, a boat in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Ha Long Bay · 2 nights

Princess Junk

When to go

The best time to visit Vietnam

Jan

24°C

60mm

Feb

25°C

50mm

Mar

27°C

50mm

Apr

30°C

90mm

May

32°C

190mm

Jun

33°C

240mm

Jul

33°C

290mm

Aug

32°C

310mm

Sep

31°C

260mm

Oct

29°C

160mm

Nov

27°C

90mm

Dec

24°C

60mm

29°C

Avg temperature

154mm

Avg rainfall

  • Best
  • Good
  • Monsoon

October to April, the sweet spot

The north has a cool, damp winter and a hot, wet summer, so October to April is the pick for Ha Noi, Sa Pa and Ha Long Bay. The centre around Hue and Hoi An is driest from February to August. The south stays warm all year and is at its best from December to April.

Good to know

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis unless stated otherwise
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver throughout
  • English speaking local guides at each destination
  • All transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees listed in the itinerary
  • Boat trips and train journeys shown in the day by day plan
  • 24 hour support from our own team in Vietnam

Not included

  • International flights (quoted separately)
  • International flights and visa costs
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners unless listed
  • Drinks, tips and items of a personal nature
  • Optional excursions and activities
Pricing

Indicative price

*Indicative price

£1,595

per person, twin share

Excluding international flights

Prices exclude international flights. Includes accommodation, private transport, sightseeing and activities as described. This is a private tour, fully customisable. Adjust hotels, add destinations, change the pace. Final price varies with group size, season and hotel choice. Share your preferred dates and we will send a personalised itinerary and an accurate quote.

Image gallery

A glimpse of the journey

Street vendors with conical hats and fruit baskets against an ochre wall in Hoi An
Ha Noi team member 1, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 2, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 3, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 4, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 5, Vietnam specialist

Make this trip yours

Our Vietnam team will reshape every day of this itinerary around you, then price it properly.

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