Vietnam Streets to Shores
Hanoi → Ha Long → Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh
Wander Hanoi's historic streets, cruise overnight through Ha Long Bay, slow down in lantern-lit Hoi An and finish in Ho Chi Minh City. The route flows naturally north to south.
What’s included
- Flights
- Transfers
- Cruise
- Hotels
- Meals
- Experiences
- Excursion Tickets
- Support
Why this trip works
North-to-south variety
Historic streets, limestone bays, coastal towns and energetic cities.
Cruise + city balance
Ha Long Bay gives the route a memorable change of pace.
Designed around you
Adjust pace, hotels and experiences without losing the core flow.
Trip at a glance
- STARTING FROM
- $2,399 pp
- LENGTH
- 10 nights
- ROUTE
- 4 stops
- BEST TIME
- Feb–Apr & Aug–Oct
- STYLE
- Culture, coastal & food
Your journey
Hanoi 2 nights
Old Quarter streets, Hoan Kiem Lake and excellent food.
- Old Quarter
- Street food
- Culture
Ha Long Bay 1 night
Overnight cruise among limestone karsts and emerald water.
- Cruise
- Kayaking
- Scenic views
Hoi An 3 nights
Lantern-lit streets, beach time and slower days.
- Lanterns
- Beach
- Cooking
Ho Chi Minh City 4 nights
Historic landmarks and vibrant southern city life.
- City life
- History
- Local culture
Day by day
See the full 11-day itinerary
JFK → Hanoi (Arrival & Welcome)
Arrival at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) from JFK. Met by private local driver and English-speaking tour escort. Private transfer to central Old Quarter 3-star hotel for check-in. Evening at leisure to recover from flight or take an orientation walk around Hoan Kiem Lake.
Hanoi City Highlights & Old Quarter
Breakfast at hotel. Full-day guided tour: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda, and the historic Temple of Literature (1070 AD). Afternoon visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake, followed by a walking tour through Hanoi's 36 Old Quarter guild streets. Evening group Welcome Dinner featuring authentic northern Vietnamese cuisine (Pho, Bun Cha, Nem Ran).
Hanoi / Ninh Binh Day Excursion
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to UNESCO World Heritage site Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lu, the 10th-century ancient capital. Experience a traditional sampan boat ride along the Trang An river caves beneath dramatic limestone karst towers. Return to Hanoi in late afternoon. Evening at leisure for night market shopping.
Hanoi → Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
Breakfast at hotel. Express coach transfer to Halong International Port. Board traditional 3-star wooden cruise junk (Syrena/Swan). Welcome drink and fresh seafood lunch as the ship cruises past thousands of karst islands. Afternoon exploration of Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave or Titov Island for panoramic views and swimming. Sundeck sunset party and multi-course dinner onboard.
Halong Bay → Hanoi Airport → Fly to Da Nang
Tai Chi at sunrise on upper deck. Light breakfast/brunch while cruising through karst grottos. Disembark by 11:00 AM; transfer directly to Hanoi Airport (HAN). Domestic Flight HAN → DAD (VietJet/Vietnam Airlines, 1h 20m). Arrive Da Nang Airport; private transfer to coastal 3- star hotel. Check-in and evening at leisure.
Marble Mountains & Hoi an Ancient Town
Breakfast at hotel. Morning visit to Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son) to explore Buddhist caves and coastal vistas. Afternoon transfer to UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town. Guided walking tour: 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Tan Ky house, and lantern-lit streets. Regional dinner featuring Cao Lau noodles and White Rose dumplings.
Ba Na Hills & Iconic Golden Bridge
Breakfast at hotel. Full-day excursion to Ba Na Hills mountain resort via world-record cable car. Stroll along the famous Golden Bridge held aloft by giant stone hands offering breathtaking mountain views. Explore the French Village, Le Jardin D'Amour flower gardens, and Linh Ung Pagoda. Return to Da Nang hotel in late afternoon.
Da Nang Coastal Leisure & My KHE Beach
Breakfast at hotel. Full free day dedicated to relaxation and beach leisure. Guests can unwind on My Khe Beach (consistently ranked among Asia's best beaches), enjoy affordable spa treatments, sample fresh beachfront seafood, or view the illuminated Dragon Bridge show in the evening.
Da Nang → Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Da Nang Airport (DAD). Domestic Flight DAD → SGN to Ho Chi Minh City (approx. 1h 25m). Meet southern tour escort and transfer to central District 1 3-star hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore Dong Khoi boulevard, cafe apartments, or local markets.
CU Chi Historic Tunnels & Saigon City Tour
Breakfast at hotel. Morning excursion to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels underground defense network. Afternoon landmark city tour: War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral photo stop, Central Post Office, and Ben Thanh Market shopping. Festive group Farewell Dinner with southern Vietnamese specialties.
Ho Chi Minh City → JFK International Departure
Breakfast at hotel. Free morning for packing and coffee tasting. Check-out and private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) for scheduled International Flight SGN → JFK (with 1 connection). Return home with unforgettable memories. Complete Route & Transportation Summary Air Transportation 4 Segments: JFK→HAN (Int'l) • HAN→DAD (Dom) • DAD→SGN (Dom) • SGN→JFK (Int'l) Ground Logistics Air-conditioned modern tourist coaches / vans for all transfers and excursions; expressway Halong shuttle. Water Logistics Traditional wooden cruise junk in Halong Bay (overnight) + bamboo rowing sampan in Trang An / Ninh Binh.
Hotels are selected 3-star or equivalent, subject to seasonal availability. Every day here can be lengthened, shortened or swapped — this is a starting point.