10-Day Vietnam Adventure: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City – Private Tours & Luxury Experiences

Discover the best of Vietnam in just 10 days! Experience ancient streets, UNESCO World Heritage sites, floating villages, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant city life – all with private tours, luxury transfers, and unforgettable experiences. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups seeking comfort and authenticity.

DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL – PRIVATE ELECTRIC CAR TOUR IN 36 ANCIENT STREETS

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s charming capital! Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, your private tour guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Hanoi is a stylish city blending colonial architecture, serene lakes, and lush parks, offering a unique old-world charm.

Afternoon Highlights – Private Electric Car Tour:

• Explore the 36 Ancient Streets of Hanoi Old Quarter

• Visit the 87 Ma May Street Ancient House

• Stop at O Quan Chuong Old City Gate

• Enjoy Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, the city center’s iconic landmarks

• Photo stops at St. Joseph Cathedral, Hang Ngang & Hang Dao streets (clothing), Hang Dau street (shoes), and Hang Gai street (paintings & silk)

Overnight: Stay in Hanoi.

DAY 2: HANOI TO HALONG BAY – LUXURY CRUISE EXPERIENCE (B,L,D)

Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay (3.5 hours) by private van for groups over 7 or shared bus for smaller groups. Board your luxury cruise at Tuan Chau Harbour and enjoy a welcome cocktail as the crew provides a safety briefing.

Cruise Experience:

• Lunch on board with a set menu featuring authentic Vietnamese dishes

• Explore Sung Sot Cave, a geological marvel with stalactites and stalagmites

• Relax at Titov Island: swim, sunbathe, or hike to panoramic viewpoints

• Happy Hour on sundeck with 30% off drinks

• Participate in a cooking class, making Vietnamese deep-fried spring rolls

• Dinner served on sundeck

• Evening activities: squid fishing, karaoke, or relaxation

Overnight: Onboard Halong Bay cruise.

Note: Cruise itinerary may change due to weather conditions. Vegetarian meals are available and suitable for Indian travelers.

DAY 3: HALONG BAY – FLOATING VILLAGE – RETURN TO HANOI (B,L)

Morning Activities:

• Start with Tai Chi on sundeck

• Light breakfast in the dining room

• Visit Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village, one of the largest in Halong Bay. Optional activities include bamboo boat ride or kayaking.

Brunch & Departure:

• Return to the main cruise, relax, and enjoy brunch on board

• Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi hotel

Overnight: Stay in Hanoi.

DAY 4: HANOI CITY TOUR – FLIGHT TO DA NANG (B)

Morning Sightseeing in Hanoi:

• Ba Dinh Square, where Ho Chi Minh declared independence in 1945

• Ho Chi Minh Stilt House, residence of Vietnam’s iconic leader

• Thang Long Royal Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: visit Doan Mon Gate, Kinh Thien King’s Yard, D67 military vestige, Princess Temple

Afternoon:

• Private transfer to Hanoi Airport and flight to Da Nang (1 hour)

• Arrival in Da Nang, meet your local driver, and transfer to hotel

• Dinner and overnight in Da Nang

DAY 5: DA NANG – MARBLE MOUNTAINS – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN – FLOATING LANTERN RIDE (B)

Morning: Free leisure.

Afternoon Tour:

• Explore Marble Mountains: ride elevators, visit pagodas inside caves, and discover Non Nuoc Stone Village

• Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town (UNESCO World Heritage, 33km from Da Nang)

• Walking tour of Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Halls, local fish market, art galleries, and tailor shops

• Sunset floating lantern ride on Hoai River – experience a traditional Vietnamese ritual

Overnight: Back in Da Nang.

DAY 6: BA NA HILLS – GOLDEN BRIDGE “ON HANDS” & CABLE CAR ADVENTURE (B)

Private Tour:

• Travel to Ba Na Hills, home of the most modern cable car in Southeast Asia

• Visit Dream Stream Cable Car Station, France Wine Cellar, Linh Ung Pagoda

• Explore Fantasy Park, King Peak (1,487m), and Linh Tu Pagoda

• Walk on the famous Golden Bridge, suspended above clouds at 1,400m altitude

• Return to Da Nang for beach leisure and overnight stay

DAY 7: DA NANG – FLIGHT TO HO CHI MINH CITY (B)

• Flight from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City (1 hour)

• Private transfer to hotel in vibrant Saigon, the economic heart of Vietnam

• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 8: CU CHI TUNNELS – HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR (B)

Morning Tour:

• Explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200km underground network used during the Vietnam War

• Watch introductory video, explore tunnels, enjoy tea and cassava

• Optional AK47 or M16 shooting experience (bullet fee at your own expense)

Afternoon Sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh City:

• Reunification Palace – symbolic end of Vietnam War

• Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office – French colonial architecture

• Ben Thanh Market – free shopping

Overnight: Stay in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 9: MEKONG DELTA – MY THO & BEN TRE DAY TOUR (B)

• Depart for Mekong Delta, arrive in My Tho

• Explore floating fish houses, ride motorized boats to Con Phung Island

• Visit Ben Tre Province: orchards, coconut handicrafts, bee-keeping houses, seasonal fruit tasting, and traditional music

• Rowing-boat ride along mangrove creeks

• Return to Ho Chi Minh City with short stop at Mekong Rest Stop

Overnight: Stay in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 10: HO CHI MINH CITY – DEPARTURE (B)

• Morning at leisure

• Private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport

• Say goodbye to Vietnam, taking home memories of mountains, rivers, ancient streets, and city life

Why Book This 10-Day Vietnam Private Tour?

• Private tours & transfers for comfort and flexibility

• Luxury accommodations in Hanoi, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City

• Exclusive experiences: electric car rides, Halong Bay cruise, lantern floating, Golden Bridge, Mekong Delta exploration

• Perfect for families, couples, or small groups