This 13 - day journey showcases Vietnam from north to south, blending culture, cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes from Hanoi to the Mekong Delta.
Upon arrival in Hanoi – a thousand years Capital, you are met and transfer to hotel in the city Centre. Time at leisure after a long flight.
Stay overnight at your hotel in Hanoi.
MORNING TOUR: 08:00 – 12:30 (LUNCH AT THE END)
Our tour starts at your hotel in and around Hanoi Old Quarter, you will be greeted by our guide and driver at your hotel lobby for safety briefing, we then begin our adventure!
On the first part of our Hanoi Jeep Tours, we expose you the REAL HANOI with a day in the life experiences, featured with the parts-unknown of the city with slices of life in the maze of backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets and black market, experiencing where & how locals live, work and play. Other travel companies show just you the beautiful and tell you to run away from the bad and the weird of your destinations. On Hanoi Backstreet Tours’ journeys, not only do we show you the good but we also expose the bad and the weird of your destinations as it is what it is. For us, the run-off-the mill tourist sites are only the tip of the iceberg, the majority of your destinations remains hidden in the parts-unknown.
On the second part Hanoi Jeep Tours, we pass by & stop at the MUST-SEEE places of our beautiful city such as Ho Chi Minh mausoleum-the Mecca of Vietnamese, the 1000 year-old Buddhist and Toasist temples of Tran Quoc, temple of Literature, the historical train-street, the enchanting French Quarter, The hustling & bustling Old Quarter, the romantic lakes of Hoan Kiem, West lake, Hanoi Opera House & famous Long Bien bridge etc.
On the last part of Hanoi Jeep tours is food! We have AUTHENTIC, HEALTHY & ORGANIC FOOD at Hidden Gem Cafe where we savor the tastiest of the tasty dishes of Hanoi including family heirloom & secret recipe dishes and local delicacies. Vegan & Vegetarian options are available.
Stay overnight at your hotel in Hanoi
Depart at 08:00AM from your hotel in Hanoi. After 2hrs drive we arrive in Ninh Binh Province. Our first visit is the former capital Hoa Lu where remaining Dinh and Le Kings’ temples
Proceed to Tam Coc tourist. Getting on small rowing boats to travel along the canals amid local villages, green fields and natural beauty with limestone peaks, we are enjoying the “Ha Long On Land”. After 02 hours through 03 caves, we row back to the boat quay. Have lunch by yourselves
Then we will ride a bike to Bich Dong cave (2.5km), which was conferred by a King the title “Vietnam’s second most beautiful grotto” and which is some 2 km from Tam Coc. Climb up the Truong Yen Mountain (Buddha’s palm), charmed by the marvelous scenery offered by the mountains, rivers and pagodas…Say goodbye our tour guide in this late afternoon
Stay overnight at your hotel in Ninh Binh
08.00AM: After breakfast today, you will take a 03 hours-drive to Halong Bay by a private car
11:45 - 12:00 Guests are transferred by speedboat/tender from Indochina Sails’s Tuan Chau Pier to Indochine Cruise - enjoy welcome drink, listen cruise briefing and safety instructions.
13:15-14:00 Passengers enjoy the International Buffet Lunch. Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise Manager.
14:45-16:30 The crew take passengers visit the Dark and Bright (also known as Bat Cave) grotto is not only known for the stunning limestone structure at every turn but also for the interesting natural habitat. The best way to explore this cave is doing kayaking or bamboo sampan drive by local people through the tunnel so you will spend mostly your time relaxing and enjoy the quiet and natural place (This is the UNESCO Heritage site and also the nature reserve area of Cat Ba National Park)
17:30 Depart and sail to anchor overnight.
18:30-19:00 Attend the Cooking Demostration led by our Head Chef. During the lesson, the chef showing the guests how we decorate and make some traditional Vietnamese foods.
19:30 Set Menu Dinner is served.
20:45 Evening activities. Board games like cards or Parcheesi are available, as well as massage service (massage service is available throughout the cruise). Also, everyone can try their luck at Squid fishing on the boat with help from the crew. 22:00 End of Program for Day 1.
Remark:
- Cruise itinerary is subject to change depends on the weather condition
- No tour guide for escorting tour Halong Bay (use local guide on boat)
06:30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
06:45 Enjoy Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.
07:15-08:45 Cruise crew takes guests visit Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.
09:00 Guests will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. Please collect all of your belongings from the cabins and leave heavy luggage outside the cabins.
09:30 Enjoy the breakfast buffet in the dining room, consisting of both Vietnamese and international dishes. Bills are settled after breakfast. We approach the harbor while we cruise, giving you the opportunity to soak up the last of the magical atmosphere of Lan Ha from the sundeck.
11:15 Arrive at Indochina Sails’s Pier at Tuan Chau Port. Drive back to airport in Hanoi for flight to Danang
On arrival, meet and transfer from airport to hotel in Hoian with private driver.
Stay overnight at your hotel in Hoian
Have free time at leisure in Hoian (optional for half day tour to My Son Holy Land… with additional charge)
AFTERNOON TOUR: 13:00 – 17:00 (LUNCG AT THE BEGINNING)
Discover the beauty and history of Hoi An in a unique and exciting way with the Hoi An Vespa Tour. This exhilarating adventure takes you on a thrilling ride through the charming streets of Hoi An on the back of a Vespa, allowing you to experience the town’s highlights and hidden gems like no other.
Your Hoi An Vespa Tour begins with an exploration of the historic Old Town, where you can marvel at the exquisite architecture of ancient houses, temples, and local markets. Along the way, you’ll also get a chance to check out the trending local cafe, a must-visit spot in Hoi An.
Your adventure continues as you travel out of town by weaving through a maze of zigzagging back roads and alleys and delving into the beautiful countryside where you can immerse yourself in the exceptional panoramic views of lush green rice paddies and serene waterways. You’ll even have the chance to take an exciting and unforgettable ride in a bamboo basket boat in the water coconut forest, allowing you to experience the natural beauty of Hoi An in a thrilling and unique way. There, you can bask in the exceptional panoramic views of lush green rice paddies and tranquil waterways that will leave you feeling awestruck.
After your exciting ride, you’ll get an opportunity to taste all the delicious Hoi An delicacies and specialities at a local restaurant. Here, you’ll learn about Hoi An’s traditional culinary practices and enjoy some of the town’s most authentic food and drinks. Throughout your Hoi An Vespa Tour, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide by your side, who will provide valuable insight into the town’s rich history and culture. There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and take stunning photos of your surroundings, so be sure to keep your cameras ready! Are you ready for a unique and unforgettable journey through Hoi An? Book your Hoi An Vespa Tour today and get ready for an adventure that promises to give you a remarkable perspective on the town’s beauty and history.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
TOUR ITINERARY
Meet at the designated location and begin your Hoi An Vespa Tour Highlights & Hidden Gems.
Driving through the Ancient town before the engined-vehicle block time to see overview of UNESCO sites, stop for photos and the historical relics.
Explore the real local home-life of Hoianians in the hidden alleys and back roads.
Driving through the paddy field for photo opportunity and visiting the water-coconut areas to experience the unique bamboo basket boat ride. Stop at local restaurant to enjoy local authentic set menu and learn more about Hoi An food specialities.
After your tasteful meal, you will return to the designated drop-off location, bringing back with full of Hoi An memories and highlighted day!
Stay overnight at your hotel in Hoian
Check-out after breakfast. 08:30AM drive about 1.5-hour from downtown Hoi An to Ba Na Hill, a scenic mountainous area with panoramic vistas reminiscent. Standing more than 1,400 meters (4,878 feet) above sea level, the temperature of this place is mostly cool year-round.
Arrive at Ba Na Hills cable car station, ride on a modern system of cable cars and Get a bird's-eye view of nature which is strikingly beautiful, while enjoying a feeling of flying in the blue sky among the clouds and wind. Experience the feeling of walking in the clouds when you walk on the Golden Bridge which seems to be supported by a pair of giant hands jutting out of the mountain.
Then, enjoy your leisure time on Ba Na Hills for further activities such as European Architecture Villas, in-door game, French Wine Cellar, flower beds and pagodas. Have buffet lunch in Ba Na Hill
Leaving Ba Na Hills to transfer to Hue (no need tour guide for escorting). Transfer along one of the most beautiful coastal stretches of Vietnam and over the glorious Hai Van Pass (or the Pass of Ocean Cloud). Make a stop at the small fishing village of Lang Co, often referred to as one of the most beautiful bays in the world
Stay overnight at your hotel in Hue
Breakfast at hotel, our private driver and tour guide will meet you at lobby of hotel at 08.30AM, we will take you by car to Imperial Citadel of Hue to see the famous Citadel. Continue to visit Tu Duc Tomb and lunch in Hue on your own.
In the afternoon, we pick up all again at hotel at 14:00 and transfer to the local pier and boarding the Dragon Boat and cruise along Perfume River, visit Thien My Pagoda and be transferred to Minh Mang Tomb. Transfer back to Hue and have a short walking around Dong Ba Market (please ask guide to bargain if you buy anything there).
Stay overnight at your hotel in Hue
Have free time at leisure in Hue until transfer to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City
On arrival, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
EVENING TOUR: 18:00 – 22:00 (LUNCG AT THE BEGINNING)
SAIGON JEEP TOUR BY NIGHT : DISCOVER THE VIBRANT NIGHTLIFE AND AUTHENTIC CUISINE OF SAIGON
Saigon comes alive at night. The streets are bustling with people from all walks of life, heading to lively party spots for an evening of food, drinks, and celebration with family and friends. As a city that never sleeps, Saigon transforms into a vibrant hub of street food festivals and party scenes. Join our Saigon Jeep tour by night to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant nightlife and culinary culture.
Taste the Best of Saigon’s Street Food and Explore the no reservation restaurants and unknown parts of the city. Explore trendy and famous party hubs, and enjoy the panoramic views of the city at night from a rooftop bar. This is a journey that will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of Saigon’s vibrant culture.
Sit back, relax, and let your expert driver and guide take you on a journey through Saigon’s diverse neighborhoods. You’ll not only see the city’s highlights, but also experience the good, the bad, and the weird sides of this vibrant metropolis. Indulge in the best street food Saigon has to offer and explore places you never knew existed.
SAIGON JEEP TOUR BY NIGHT INCLUSION
English-speaking guide
SAIGON JEEP TOUR BY NIGHT ITINERARY
We’ll start by picking you up from your hotel, homestay, Airbnb in and around District 1 or a central meeting point in Saigon. Then, we’ll embark on our Saigon Jeep Tour By Night to explore the vibrant nightlife and authentic local cuisine.
First, we’ll cross the Saigon River and venture into District 4, where you’ll discover the bustling seafood street food scene. Immerse yourself in the local atmosphere as you savor fresh and flavorful seafood dishes.
Next, we’ll take you to a hidden gem in Saigon, where you’ll enjoy another iconic local delicacy – Banh Xeo (Vietnamese sizzling crepes). This is a chance to experience a dish that many tourists don’t know about.
As we continue our Saigon Jeep Tour By Night, we’ll expose you to the real Saigon by taking you through the maze of backstreets, tiny alleyways, local neighborhoods, and markets. This will give you a glimpse into the everyday life of the locals, beyond the typical tourist sites. We will enjoy authentic and exotic dishes that wows you with the tastes of Saigon the flavor to vibes. Along the way, we’ll make a stop at a local spot for a refreshing and unique coconut ice cream, a specialty in Saigon.
Finally, we’ll take you to explore Saigon’s famous and trendy party hub at the beer street, where you can enjoy a glass of craft beer on the rooftop bar for spectacular panoramic review of the city before we drop you back at your accommodation.
This Saigon Jeep Tour By Night is designed to showcase the hidden gems, the good, the bad, and the weird of the city, providing you with a true, immersive local experience.
Begin exploring the sights of the city. Explore Saigon from Cho Lon District which is also known as “China Town” Visit the Chinese pagoda of Thien Hau, and Binh Tay Market.
Continue to the Reunification Palace, former residence of the Indochina Governor General and later President of the Republic of Southern Vietnam until the fall of Saigon in April 30, 1975. Next is the Notre Dame Cathedral; Central Post Office and the last stop at the bustling Ben Thanh Market for shopping.
Stay overnight at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
HALF DAY, SIC TOUR (08.00-14.00 OR 12.00-18.00)
The Cu Chi Tunnels have been widened in places for western visitors, however they can still be dark, hot and claustrophobic inside so please bear this in mind if you do not like enclosed spaces. For those who choose to stay above the ground there are plenty of easily accessible rooms and excavated areas to visit.
Today, transfer to a local jetty and enjoy a special transfer by speedboat to the famous Cu Chi tunnels. Notice the views change, with the waterway journey from the glittering skyscrapers and busy commercial centers to green paddy fields and peaceful rural areas.
Originally dug as a base to organize guerrilla-style actions against the French, the Cu Chi tunnels were expanded during the Indochina War to become an ingenious and incredible underground network to protect the Viet Cong guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. There are more than 200 kilometers of subterraneous complexes containing storage rooms, kitchens, hospitals, sleeping quarters, and even schools, once occupied by more than 10,000 people. An exploration of these underground villages will provide a better understanding of how the tunnels were constructed, the hardship of life in the tunnels, and the Vietnamese resilience during combat. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters during the war.
Stay overnight at your hotel in Saigon
08.00AM: After breakfast, leave behind the hustle and bustle of Saigon to delve into the Mekong Delta, a patchwork of emerald greens and the rice bowl of southern Vietnam. After 2hours drive, arrive in Ben Tre province crossing Rach Mieu Bridge, hop on a private motorize and we cruise through the waterways and cannel of the Mekong delta to visit fruits orchards and learn about the local cottage industries like brick kiln-making, coconut processing, sleeping mats. Take a motorized cart (tuk tuk) on shady paths, passing by green rice fiends and vegetable plains. Lunch is served in local restaurant.
the pier. Then we will transfer to Can Tho city in the afternoon
Stay overnight at your hotel in Can Tho
DURATION: 3 HOURS (7.00AM – 10.00AM), SIC TOUR
Departure: 07:00AM at the Cần Thơ market hall. Board a Mystic sampan at the Cần Thơ old market at breakfast time while watching the scenery of daily local life on the banks. the Mystic sampan then cruises right into the Cái Răng floating market, in between the traders' boats. Leaving the floating market, the sampan takes you to a visit on shore before returning to Cần Thơ.
Then have lunch at local restaurant by yourselves
At 12.00PM, check-out and transfer back to your hotel in Saigon
Stay overnight at your hotel in Saigon
You will be free today until being transferred to Tan Son Nhat airport for your departure flights
We wish you a safe flight home!
Hotel rooms with daily breakfasts as mentioned or similar
Transfer services in private air-conditioned vehicle, unless when other vehicles are mentioned
Entrance fees and other boat fees where applicable
Meals as listed in the program (B= Breakfast; L= Lunch & D = Dinner); pre-arranged at local restaurants based on local food with set menus
Local English-speaking guides on day with tours
Government taxes & service charges
Internal airfares in the tour as mentioned
Drinks and other meals not clearly mentioned
Surcharge for special requests on food and meals
Entrance fees, car, and guide service during free time
Travel insurance
All kind of gratuities for guides, drivers, and others
Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
Internal airfares not mentioned in the tour
International airfare from/to your point of arrival/departure
Personal expenses such as bar, telephone. laundry bills,...
All other services not stated in the program
Surcharge for peak season
QUOTATION (Land service only)
Price is in US dollars per person, based on twin shared and non-commissionable
VALID FROM 01 AUGUST 2025 – 31 DEC 2026:
EXCEPT HOLIDAYS:
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SUPPLEMENT QUOTATION
Air-fare Supplement per person (USD per person, no FOC)
OUR SELECTED HOTEL
Accommodation bases on room type as indications. Higher room grade can be arranged subject to availability and additional charge.
Check in time : 13:00 or 14:00
Check out time : 11:00 or 12:00
Early check-in or late check-out time is subject to availability and with additional charge. Let us know beforehand check in & check out time you expect for proper arrangement.
1. Tourist Visa
Please make sure your passport has at least 6 months validity from the entry date. Also please check whether you need an entry visa to Asian countries before starting your trip. Please consult with our travel consultant if you are not sure.
2. Notes on Airfares
All airfares are subject to change until final purchase.
Eco-flex class: allow to re-book (change date, change flight) without fee, but subject to availability. Passenger(s) pay surcharge between classes (if any)
Refund fee: 15% of airfare plus service charge.
Airport tax included
Child under 2 yrs: 10% of adult airfare; Child from 2 to 11 yrs: 75% of adult airfare
3. Land Transportation
Our price based on the group arrives at one time (on one flight). In case clients arrive at different flight times, and need different airport transfers, the extra transfer will be charged. We apply the same for the departure date.
4. Travel Insurance
Our price of the tour does not include travel insurance. We highly recommend you purchase health/travel insurance for your trip to Asia.
5. Responsibility
Except in situations beyond human control, VietnamStay will be held responsible for any additional expense resulting from the change caused by us in itinerary, transportation, and accommodation.
However, VietnamStay cannot be held responsible for denied boarding, nor for additional costs incurred due to the situations beyond human control.
The detailed program and schedule of flights are subject to changes by the airline without prior notice and in accordance with the weather conditions and daily operation of flights. Consequently, itinerary concerns might be adjusted. If this occurs, VietnamStay will endeavor to secure alternative arrangements.
6. Vaccine
It is not compulsory to get any vaccine to visit our countries. But we encourage you to have popular vaccines such as Diphtheria, Tetanus, Typhoid, Polio…. You may consult your doctor before traveling.
1. How to Book and Confirm Your Tour:
No service secured at our proposal, services in destination (hotel, boat, flight, guide etc) are subject to availability.
Please send a booking order to VietnamStay as soon as you agree on our proposal to secure your trip arrangement. Similar alternative service to be suggested when your choice is unavailable at the time of booking.
2. Passport and Flight Details
Full passport information is required in your booking order for flight reservation & hotel check-in
International flight details of arrival & departure are required for airport transfer arrangements
3. Deposit and Payment
At least 30% deposit of the total tour cost to be deposited upon commitment of the tour.
The outstanding amount to be paid prior to arrival date or at our offices in Viet Nam on your arrival day.
4. Cancellation, Amendment Policy, and Charges
In practice, VietnamStay always does the best to minimize the cancellation penalty for our guests but we must abide by the cancellation policy of each service provider.
Low season 01 May – 30 Sep | High season 01 Oct – 30 Apr | |
More than 20 days prior to the guest’s arrival day | No charge | No charge |
From 16 to 20 days | 10% | 20% |
From 8 to 15 days | 30% | 50% |
From 03 to 07 days | 50% | 75% |
Within 02 days or no show | 100% | 100% |
Please be advised that during Peak Season (Christmas and New Year) and during Public Holidays different cancellation policies may apply. The cancellation policy for such a period will be informed to the client(s) case by case.
5. Children Policy (Land Services Only)
Accompanied child from 1- 4 yrs: Free of charge if sharing existing bed with parents
Accompanied child from 5 – 6 yrs: charge 30% of adult price if sharing existing bed(s) with parents
Accompanied child from 5 – 6 yrs: charge 50% of adult price if using extra bed/mattress in parents’ room
Accompanied child from 7 – 11 yrs: charge 75% of adult price if using extra bed/mattress in parents’ room
Accompanied child from 12 yrs up: pay as adult rate
In case a child under 12 yrs using a twin share room with an adult, please pay full fare.
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It’s time to pack your suitcases and embark on an adventure to explore new horizons. Wishing you a safe journey!
