Experience Vietnam’s top attractions on this 6-day Vietnam highlights tour: explore historic Hanoi and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, glide through UNESCO-listed Halong Bay on a scenic cruise, fly to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, and discover the Mekong Delta at My Tho. Ideal for first-time travelers seeking Halong Bay cruises, Hanoi cultural tours, Saigon nightlife, and authentic Mekong Delta experiences.

Day 1 — Arrival Hanoi (No meals) Arrive at Noi Bai Airport and transfer to your Hanoi hotel. Settle in, breathe in the city’s blend of French-colonial charm and lively street life. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2 — Hanoi Cultural Morning & Transfer to Halong Bay (B/L/D) Morning: Guided Hanoi highlights tour — visit Ho Chi Minh Complex (exterior where required), One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature (Vietnam’s first university), and peaceful Hoan Kiem Lake. Feel the history and local rhythms of Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Afternoon: Scenic drive to Halong Bay (UNESCO World Heritage), passing rice paddies and village life. Evening at leisure with a stroll through Halong Night Market. Overnight in Halong.

Day 3 — Halong Bay Cruise & Return to Hanoi, Fly to Saigon (B/L/D) Morning: Half-day Halong Bay cruise exploring limestone karsts and Thien Cung (Heaven Palace) Cave—immerse in dramatic grottoes and emerald waters. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on board.
Afternoon: Return to Hanoi with brief craft workshop stop (ceramics/embroidery), transfer to airport for flight to Saigon. Evening transfer and dinner in Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Saigon.

Day 4 — Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon City Highlights (B/L/D) Morning: Visit historic Cu Chi Tunnels—walk sections of the underground network and experience Vietnam War history firsthand.
Afternoon: Saigon half-day tour through District 1 — Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace, and Ben Thanh Market. Feel Saigon’s energetic streets and layered heritage. Overnight in Saigon.

Day 5 — Mekong Delta Day Trip (My Tho) & Saigon River Dinner Cruise (B/L/D) Morning–Afternoon: Drive to My Tho and board a Mekong Delta boat cruise along the Tien River. Visit Thoi Son Island, orchards, honey-bee farm, local villages, and small canals; taste tropical fruits and traditional music—authentic rural Vietnam.
Evening: Return to Saigon for a relaxing Saigon River dinner cruise with city skyline views. Overnight in Saigon.

Day 6 — Departure from Saigon (B/-/-) Morning free at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your departure.

5-star hotels
• Hanoi: Pan Pacific, Apricot, Du Parc (ROH)
• Halong: Phat Linh Delasea, The Watson (Deluxe)
• Ho Chi Minh City: Grand Saigon, Equatorial (Deluxe)

• Local guide partner will contact you within 48 hours of booking (often earlier); please confirm arrival flight details and mobile contact.
• Check-in time: after 14:00. Check-out time: before 12:00 noon.
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum closed Mondays, Fridays and every afternoon — alternate exterior/nearby visits will be arranged.
• Cancellation policy: Refer to cancellation terms
• Bring sun protection, light rain jacket (seasonal), comfortable walking shoes and valid travel documents/visa as required.

• Accommodation for 5 nights
• Meals as specified (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner) — Vietnamese cuisine (pork-free options noted) and buffet dinner on Saigon cruise
• Halong Bay boat cruise and local boats in My Tho as in program
• Private A/C transfers: airport pick-up/drop-off and inter-city transfers per itinerary
• Domestic transfers and entrance fees for listed attractions (Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, Thien Cung Cave, Cu Chi Tunnels, Vinh Trang Pagoda, etc.)
• Local English/Indonesian-speaking guides as indicated
• Two 500ml mineral water bottles per person per tour day
• Small welcome gift (Pia cake)
• All sightseeing and activities listed in the daily program

• International and domestic airfares (unless specified), airport taxes and flight fees
• Travel insurance — strongly recommended to purchase before travel
• Meals, drinks and items not listed in the itinerary
• Early check-in and late check-out charges
• Compulsory tipping for local guide and driver (scale provided in program) and suggested gratuities for bellboys, boat crew, sampan drivers
• Personal expenses, optional activities, and any services not expressly listed as included