Vietnam Family Adventure - 10-Day Trip from Ho Chi Minh City

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Create lasting memories with your loved ones on this 10-day family-friendly Vietnam tour! Explore the vibrant cities of Ho Chi Minh, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hanoi, while experiencing exciting activities perfect for all ages. Walk through history at Cu Chi Tunnels, cruise the Mekong Delta and Ha Long Bay, ride a coconut boat, make traditional lanterns, and marvel at the stunning Golden Bridge. Enjoy a mix of culture, nature, and fun-filled adventures in Ba Na Hills, My Son Sanctuary, and Trang An (UNESCO site). Designed for families, this summer getaway offers the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation. Book now for an unforgettable journey through Vietnam’s most beautiful destinations!

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Trip highlights

Glide through the Mekong Delta and paddle a fun coconut boat.
Enjoy thrilling rides and fun at Sun World Ba Na Hills.
Create your own colorful lantern in magical Hoi An.
Sail through Ha Long Bay’s majestic limestone islands and caves.
Discover Trang An’s hidden caves on a peaceful boat ride.
Step into history exploring the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels.

Wander through the lively Old Quarter of Hanoi, visit iconic sites like Hoan Kiem Lake and the Temple of Literature, and explore local markets. Experience the rich history and vibrant street food culture of Vietnam’s bustling capital.

Hanoi

Ninh Binh, often called the 'Ha Long Bay on land,' is a breathtaking destination in northern Vietnam, known for its stunning limestone karsts, tranquil rivers, and rich cultural heritage.

Ninh Binh

Destinations

Embark on a 14-day journey through Vietnam’s most iconic destinations. From Hanoi’s bustling streets to the serene waters of Halong Bay, uncover rich cultural heritage of Hue, breathtaking natural landscapes in Sapa, and authentic local experiences of Mekong Delta, creating lasting memories in this vibrant country.

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Cruise through the emerald waters of Halong Bay, known for its spectacular limestone karsts. Enjoy activities like kayaking, swimming, and cave exploration, surrounded by one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking natural landscapes.

Halong Bay

Visit the charming town of Hoi An, known for its ancient streets, colorful lanterns, and rich cultural heritage. Participate in a lantern-making workshop and savor the town’s delicious local cuisine in this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hoi An

The Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network near Ho Chi Minh City, offer a glimpse into Vietnam's wartime history, showcasing the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people.

Cu Chi Tunnels

Discover Ho Chi Minh City’s vibrant culture with visits to historical landmarks, including the War Remnants Museum and Ben Thanh Market. Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network used during the Vietnam War.

Ho Chi Minh City

Experience the Mekong Delta’s waterways with a boat ride through lush canals. Visit bustling floating markets and interact with friendly locals, gaining insight into the agricultural lifestyle of this vibrant region.

Mekong Delta

Da Nang, a vibrant coastal city in central Vietnam, is famous for its stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and iconic landmarks like the Golden Bridge and Marble Mountains, making it a perfect blend of nature, culture, and modernity.

Da Nang

Outline Itinerary

Vietnam Essence Culture & Nature - 10 day trip from Hanoi

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Welcome to the eclectic city of Ho Chi Minh City, the most dynamic city in Vitnam. You are met at the airport by your private transfer and taken to your accommodation located within the center of the city

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Meal: None
Accommodation: Eden Star Saigon Hotel / La Siesta Premium Saigon Hotel
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – arrival day & relax!
At 9:00am, pick-up from your hotel. Begin your adventure with a visit to the Reunification Palace, an iconic historical site that marks the end of the Vietnam War.

Next, you will explore Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, a stunning French colonial landmark, followed by a stop at the Saigon Central Post Office, known for its beautiful architecture. Visit the Ben Thanh Market where you can shop for local goods, souvenirs, and delicious street food.

At 12:00, you will enjoy a delicious local lunch at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant.

In the afternoon, you will depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 1.5-hour drive from Saigon. Upon arrival, explore the extensive network of tunnels used by Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War. Learn about their ingenious methods of surviving and defending their land.

At 16:30, you will hop on the van & return to Saigon. End your full-day tour, filled with rich history and unforgettable experiences in both Saigon and Cu Chi.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Eden Star Saigon Hotel / La Siesta Premium Saigon Hotel
Day 2: Explore Ho Chi Minh City and the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels.
The rice bowl of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta, is essential to Vietnamese agriculture. As the mighty Mekong river approaches the coast at the end of its journey from China, it begins to spread out into a myriad of tributaries that bring life to the whole region. Explore these tributaries, both big and small, and witness a life lived almost entirely on water!

Pick up at the hotel at 8 am, leave the busiest city, and start the trip to Ben Tre. On arrival at Ham Luong Pier (Ben Tre town), take a boat on the Ben Tre River—one of the tributaries of the Mekong River. See lively activities along the river, such as fishing and water transport. Stop at Brickwork to see how to make bricks in the traditional style by printing and baking. Visit one of plenty of coconut processing workshops located along the canal.

Turn on natural scissors creeks where they look smaller and smaller to go to the village. Take a walk to the family workshop to make sleep mats and enjoy some fruit and tea. Take a biking trip on shady paths, pass by green rice fields and vegetable plains to be able to touch on real life and find out about tropical culture from peasants. Lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, take a rowing boat along Water Palm Creek and cruise back to Hung Vuong Pier. Disembark and drive back to the city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Eden Star Saigon Hotel / La Siesta Premium Saigon Hotel
Day 3: Enjoy a fun-filled Mekong Delta boat ride and local experiences.
Soon, your private transfer will have you at the airport and ready for your journey to Da Nang, a beautiful beach town in the center of Vietnam. Upon your arrival, look for our driver and guide waiting for you with a sign bearing your name. After greetings, they will send you to your selected hotel in Hoi An downtown. Enjoy Hoi An's specialty: delicious chicken rice.

In the afternoon, get ready for a fun-filled half-day bike tour around this charming ancient town.

Start your journey with a bike ride to Thanh Ha Pottery Village, known for its rich history of traditional pottery making. Explore the village, meet local artisans, and learn about the unique pottery techniques passed down through generations.

Cycle to Coconut Village in Cam Thanh. Enjoy a relaxing ride through lush coconut groves and learn about the local fishing culture. Take a short boat ride on the peaceful waterways surrounded by coconut trees, a great chance to immerse yourself in nature.

Head back to Hoi An Ancient Town, where you will explore the picturesque streets, narrow alleys, and vibrant markets. You’ll have time to stop and take photos of the town’s well-preserved architecture.

Join a hands-on lantern-making workshop, a fun and creative activity where you will make your own traditional Hoi An lantern. This is a unique souvenir to remember your experience by!

End your bike tour with a return ride to your hotel, filled with memories of Hoi An’s rich culture, nature, and creativity.

Overnight in Hoi An
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Emerald Hoi An Riverside Resort / Bel Marina Hoi An Resort

Day 4: Fly to Da Nang, visit a pottery village, coconut boat & Hoi An
You have a whole day to relax, enjoy swimming pool or pristine beaches here.

Overnight in Hoi An
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Emerald Hoi An Riverside Resort / Bel Marina Hoi An Resort
Day 5: Hoi An: free time 
At 8:30 AM, our private car and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby, and you'll enjoy a ride to Ba Na Hills via cable car. Experience Southeast Asia's most modern cable car and visit Dream Stream Cable Car Station, where you can admire the breathtaking view of Da Nang's coastal city.

After the first cable car ride, explore the Golden Bridge, famous for its exotic design and featured as the world's most prominent pedestrian bridge by the British Guard newspaper. Visit Le Jardin D’Amour, which features nine gardens, and the Linh Ung Pagoda. Then, take the second cable car to the French Village, where you can enjoy street music, view art statues, and visit landmarks like the Campanile and Nine Floor Goddess Shrine.

Challenge yourself with the Slide of Tube Car adventure ride, then have lunch at a buffet restaurant.

Afterward, visit new attractions like Helios Waterfall, Time Gate, and The Moon Kingdom. Explore Fantasy Park, with attractions such as the Fairy Forest, Dinosaur Park, 5D Wild West, 4D Death Race, Jurassic Park, Freefall Tower, and the Horror House, along with over 90 free games.

At 3:30 PM, return to the cable car to leave Ba Na Hills and travel directly to Da Nang Airport. In the evening, you will take a flight to Hanoi.

Welcome to the vibrant city of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. Your private driver will meet you at the airport and take you to your centrally located hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: MK Premier Boutique Hotel / May De Ville Lakeside Hotel
Day 6: Explore Ba Na Hills & the Golden Bridge – Fly to Hanoi.
At 8:30, pickup from your hotel in Hanoi and head towards Quang Phu Cầu Incense Village, located about 45 minutes from the city. Upon arrival, explore the traditional process of incense-making. Watch local artisans craft incense sticks by hand, a skill passed down through generations. Learn about the village’s history and the significance of incense in Vietnamese culture. You will also have the chance to visit the local market, where you can shop for handcrafted incense and other local products.

Enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, featuring popular dishes such as pho and bun cha.

Return to Hanoi for the afternoon city tour. Start by visiting Hoan Kiem Lake and the iconic Ngoc Son Temple situated on a small island in the middle of the lake.

Head to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where you can pay respects to the late President and explore the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House.

Next, you will visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, where you can enjoy its peaceful gardens and ancient architecture.

At 5pm, conclude the tour with a visit to Hanoi Train Street, a narrow street where trains pass just inches from the buildings. Watch the thrilling sight of the train as it makes its way through the bustling street, providing a unique experience for families.

Return to your hotel, ending a full day filled with culture, history, and unforgettable family moments.

Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: MK Premier Boutique Hotel / May De Ville Lakeside Hotel
Day 7: Discover Hanoi capital and a traditional incense village.
Embark on a full-day tour to Thung Nham Bird Sanctuary in Ninh Binh, starting with a scenic drive from Hanoi.

Arrive at the sanctuary and enjoy a peaceful boat ride through Thung Nham Lake, surrounded by lush wetlands and towering limestone cliffs. This is the perfect spot for bird watching, where you may see a variety of species, including herons and the rare yellow-breasted bunting. Hike up to the Thung Nham Cave to explore its stunning stalactites and stalagmites, while keeping an eye out for more wildlife.

After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, continue your bird watching adventure, spotting various species in their natural habitats.

Visit Bich Dong Pagoda, an ancient temple set in a tranquil landscape, before returning to Hanoi. This tour offers a unique opportunity for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts to experience Ninh Binh’s rich biodiversity and beautiful scenery.

Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: MK Premier Boutique Hotel / May De Ville Lakeside Hotel
Day 8: Full-day tour to Ninh Binh: bird watching & Nature exploration
Start your day with a hotel pickup between 7:45 – 8:30 AM from your accommodation in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Our friendly English-speaking tour guide will assist you in getting on the road. Due to traffic, the pickup time is approximate, so please be ready.

At 10:00 – 10:15 AM, enjoy a quick lavatory break for refreshments or a snack. By 11:30 AM, you’ll arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, where our welcoming staff will greet you with a complimentary welcome drink before boarding the Catamaran Premium Cruise.

At 12:00 – 1:00 PM, enjoy a delicious lunch on board prepared by our award-winning chef, paired with fine drinks. From 2:00 – 3:00 PM, go kayaking or ride a bamboo boat to explore the Bright - Dark Cave and the peaceful lagoon. At 3:15 – 3:45 PM, enjoy some fun at Frog Pond in Lan Ha Bay with activities like swimming or trampoline fun.

Later, at 4:00 PM, join a cooking demonstration, learning to make traditional Vietnamese summer rolls. End the day with a sunset ceremony at 4:30 PM, enjoying tea, cakes, and scenic views. Return to the harbor by 5:45 PM and arrive back at your hotel by 8:00 – 8:30 PM.


Overnight in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: MK Premier Boutique Hotel / May De Ville Lakeside Hotel
Day 9: Sail through Ha Long Bay’s breathtaking scenery 
The streets of Hanoi are calm this morning. After breakfast, your private transfer meets you at your hotel and escorts you to the airport. You board the plane filled with mixed emotions. You’re ready to journey home, but you know that you will miss Vietnam. Luckily, the memories will last a lifetime.

Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Hanoi – departure 

Tour Includes

All domestic flights within Vietnam

Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle

Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room

Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)

Boat trip as mentioned in the itinerary

Entrance fees for mentioned visits

English or French speaking guide

Vietnam travel insurance / Tax & service charge

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My family of four spent approximately 11 days in Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An to Hanoi. We had an absolutely fabulous time with excellent guides at each location. We will definitely be back and will be using ViLand Travel when we do.
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