Embark on a 7-day journey to discover the best highlights of Vietnam from south to north. Begin in Ho Chi Minh city, where you'll experience the authentic life of the Mekong Delta, then fly to Da Nang to visit the stunning Ba Na Hills and the iconic Golden Bridge. Finally, head to Hanoi to explore the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay. Ideal for budget-conscious travelers with limited time, this tour combines private airport transfers with small group experiences, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of these iconic destinations.
Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, our local driver will greet you at the pickup area and transfer you to your hotel in the city center (District 1). The drive takes approximately 60 minutes.
After arriving at the hotel, you'll check in* and have the rest of the day free to relax or explore at your leisure.
Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in downtown Ho Chi Minh City (District 1). From there, we'll head to My Tho, a town on the left side of the Mekong River.
Upon arrival, we'll visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, which dates back to the late 19th century. Then, we'll board a sampan and cruise down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands.
We'll stop at Unicorn Island to walk along the country lanes, visit orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and listen to folk songs performed by local people. We'll also visit a fruit plantation.
Next, we'll ride a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son Canal to experience the beauty of the countryside. We'll visit a family business, a honey-bee farm, and enjoy honey tea and a coconut candy workshop.
We'll have lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a break. In the afternoon, we'll cycle around Tan Thach Village, meeting local villagers to experience daily life in the Mekong Delta. For those who prefer not to cycle, there will be time to relax in a hammock and enjoy the cool breeze.
Finally, we'll return to Saigon, and you'll be dropped off at your hotel around 5:30 PM, concluding the trip.
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby in Ho Chi Minh City and take you to Tan Son Nhat Airport. The drive typically takes 45 to 60 minutes, whether you're heading to the international or domestic terminal.
Please note that for domestic flights, you should arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before departure, and for international flights, at least 3 hours in advance. During rush hours (7:00–8:30 AM and 4:30–6:30 PM), the drive from downtown Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat Airport can take up to 1.5 hours. Plan accordingly to ensure a stress-free journey.
Upon your arrival at Da Nang Airport, our local driver will greet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Da Nang, a journey of approximately 30 minutes. Once you reach your hotel, you’ll have the rest of the day to relax and enjoy at your leisure.
07:30 am – 08:00 am: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Da Nang city. From there, we’ll set off for Ba Na Hills.
Upon arrival, you’ll experience a scenic ride to Ba Na Hills via the cable car. Enjoy your time on the most modern cable car in Southeast Asia as you visit the Dream Stream Cable Car Station and take in the stunning views of Da Nang's coastline.
After the first cable car ride, we’ll visit the Golden Bridge, known for its unique design and recognized as one of the world’s most iconic pedestrian bridges by The Guardian. You’ll also explore Le Jardin D'amour, a collection of nine themed gardens, and visit the Linh Ung Pagoda.
Next, take the second cable car to the French Village, where you can enjoy street music, view artistic statues, and visit attractions like the Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, and Square Du Dome. Don’t miss the Carnival Performance Show!
We’ll have a buffet lunch at a restaurant in the park, offering a variety of dishes.
After lunch, we’ll take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to visit new attractions like Helios Waterfall, Time Gate, and The Moon Kingdom. Then, dive into the excitement of Fantasy Park, where you can explore the Fairy Forest, discover Dinosaur Park, play 5D Wild West, enjoy the 4D Death Race ride, watch the 3D Mega 360-degree show, ride the Journey into the Underground, enter Jurassic Park, challenge yourself on the Freefall Tower, and embark on an adventure in the Horror House—plus, enjoy over 90 free games.
3:00 pm: We’ll return to the cable car and board our bus back to Da Nang.
4:45 – 5:45 pm: Our bus will drop you off at your hotel, concluding our day trip.
Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Da Nang City and take you to Da Nang Airport. The drive takes approximately 45 minutes, whether you're heading to the international or domestic terminal, depending on your needs.
Upon your arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you’ll be greeted by our driver at the pickup lobby. You’ll then enjoy a 45-minute drive to the heart of Hanoi, passing over the Red River, where you can catch a glimpse of the city’s unique architecture and its famously bustling traffic. Once you arrive in the Old Quarter, the driver will drop you off at your hotel.
8:30 - 9:15 AM: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter (if you have booked transfers with us). Depart for Halong City.
11:00 - 11:15: Have an optional break en route at a pearl workshop. Here, you'll have the opportunity to see how these precious gems are collected from the bay and refined into luxurious jewelry.
12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Check-in and embark on our cruise. The cruise departs Tuan Chau Harbor for an incredible trip to explore the beauty of Ha Long Bay.
12:30: Lunch is served with Vietnamese traditional specialties and seafood while cruising towards the Gia Luan Cat Ba area. Along the way, enjoy the extraordinary scenery of thousands of limestone islands and islets in Ha Long Bay, such as Dog Rock, Duck Rock, Fighting Cock Rock, and Lu Huong Islet.
14:20: Arrive at the Hoa Cuong area, one of the most beautiful corners of Ha Long Bay. Surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, Hoa Cuong presents a mysterious world with wild and gracious beauty. In this area, you will see a beautiful limestone islet rising from the sea in the shape of a giant thumb, known as Thumb Rock.
14:40: The cruise heads towards the Ba Hang area, formerly known as Ba Hang fishing village, where villagers have now moved to land. Explore the hidden charm of gorgeous Ba Hang for 45 minutes by kayaking or a bamboo boat to explore the tunnels.
15:30: Return to Authentic Sail and continue the exciting trip to the next stop.
16:00: Arrive at Thien Cung Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. Together with our guide, you will explore this unique and magnificent museum of natural arts elaborately created by the magic hands of Mother Nature. On the way back to the harbor, if the weather is nice, you can see the sunset and capture beautiful pictures.
16:40 - 17:30: The boat arrives back at the pier, concluding the cruise. Our bus driver will pick you up and transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi.
18:30 - 19:00: Upon arrival in Hanoi, our driver will drop you off at your hotel in the Old Quarter. Trip ends.
Our driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel in Hanoi and take you to Noi Bai Airport. The drive takes approximately 45 minutes, whether you're heading to the international or domestic terminal, depending on your needs.