Vietnam Express Tour – 7 Days

Day 1: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City – Welcome Dinner | Dinner

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s most dynamic and vibrant city!

Upon arrival at the airport, our local guide and driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. After check-in, you will have some time to relax and settle in.

In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at an elegant restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring delicious Vietnamese cuisine and a warm introduction to the flavors of Vietnam.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Dinner.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnels | Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we begin our exploration of the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City.

Our first stop is the Reunification Palace, a historic landmark that once served as the headquarters of the South Vietnamese government. We then visit the War Remnants Museum, which houses numerous photographs, artifacts, and historical documents reflecting important events of the Vietnam War.

Next, we visit Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon and the Saigon Central Post Office, two iconic architectural landmarks showcasing the city’s French colonial heritage.

In the afternoon, leave the city center for the Cu Chi Tunnels, an impressive underground tunnel network that played an important role during the war. Learn about how the tunnels were constructed, explore sections of the underground network, and discover more about the lives of local people and soldiers during this period.

After the tour, return to Ho Chi Minh City for an evening at leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Da Nang – Hoi An | Breakfast, Lunch

Morning – Discover the Mekong Delta

At around 8:00 AM, depart Ho Chi Minh City for Cai Be, a charming destination in the Mekong Delta.

Upon arrival, board a private boat and begin exploring the peaceful waterways of the Tien River. Cruise through lush fruit orchards, traditional riverside homes, and tranquil rural landscapes that showcase the authentic character of the Mekong Delta.

Visit a local family-run handicraft workshop and learn how traditional products such as coconut candy and crispy rice paper are made.

Continue with a relaxing sampan ride, gliding through narrow canals shaded by coconut palms while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside.

Lunch – Local Flavors and Rural Life

Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring Mekong Delta specialties at a charming local home surrounded by tropical fruit gardens. After lunch, sample seasonal tropical fruits while listening to Don Ca Tai Tu, a traditional form of Southern Vietnamese folk music.

Before leaving the delta, enjoy a leisurely cycling ride through the village paths, passing fruit gardens, farms, and local homes while observing everyday rural life.

Afternoon – Flight to Da Nang and Transfer to Hoi An

After the excursion, transfer back to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for a domestic flight to Da Nang.

Upon arrival, our local guide will meet you and transfer you to the charming ancient town of Hoi An. Check in at your hotel and relax.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 4: Explore Hoi An Ancient Town | Breakfast

After breakfast, begin a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hoi An is famous for its charming narrow streets, centuries-old houses, colorful lanterns, ancient temples, assembly halls, and architecture influenced by different cultures.

Discover the history of this former international trading port and stroll through the atmospheric streets lined with traditional shops, handicraft stores, cafés, and Hoi An’s famous tailor shops.

The afternoon is free at leisure. You can go shopping, enjoy local coffee and cuisine, explore the town independently, or simply relax at the hotel.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 5: Hoi An – Da Nang – Hanoi – Explore the Capital | Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, transfer from Hoi An to Da Nang International Airport for your flight to Hanoi.

Upon arrival in Hanoi, our local guide and driver will welcome you and begin your exploration of Vietnam’s historic capital.

Our first stop is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse cultures, traditions, lifestyles, and architecture of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the exterior of Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, his traditional Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda.

Next, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university and one of Hanoi’s most important cultural and educational landmarks.

In the afternoon, enjoy a cyclo ride around Hanoi’s Old Quarter, passing through its narrow streets and lively traditional commercial districts.

In the evening, enjoy a fascinating water puppet show, a unique Vietnamese traditional art form combining folk stories, traditional music, and colorful puppets performing on water.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 6: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Hanoi | Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, at around 8:00 AM, our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay.

After approximately three hours of travel, arrive at the harbor and board a sightseeing boat to explore Ha Long Bay.

Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh seafood while cruising through the bay’s spectacular limestone karsts, islands, and dramatic seascapes.

Continue your exploration with visits to Dau Go Cave and Thien Cung Cave, two of Ha Long Bay’s most impressive caves, famous for their magnificent stalactites and stalagmites.

After the cruise, return to the harbor. Our vehicle will pick you up and transfer you back to Hanoi, arriving at approximately 7:00–7:30 PM.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 7: Hanoi – Departure | Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and have free time at leisure to relax, go shopping, or explore Hanoi independently, depending on your flight schedule.

At the appropriate time, our driver will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport for your onward flight.

End of your 7-day Vietnam journey. Thank you for traveling with us, and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next adventure!

Meals: Breakfast.