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From Ho Chi Minh to Sapa, Vietnam's Wonder
Vietnam in 14 Days, 12 Nights in Destination
Hannah
Travel crafter
Enjoy the magic of Vietnam! Discover the best of Ho Chi Minh City, explore the ancient town of Hoi An and the rice fields of Sapa. Savor the street food in Hanoi, marvel at the imperial city of Hue, and cruise along Ha Long Bay.
Trip Highlights
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh
- Hoi An
- Hue
- Sapa
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until September 2026
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Itinerary
1st Day: US - Night on board
Arrival at your US departure airport ready to check-in for an overnight flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Ho Chi Minh
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport and after completing all customs and immigration procedures, please make your way to the exit gate where your driver will be waiting for you, holding a welcome sign with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel by private vehicle. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh city.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Acnos Grand Hotel or similar
193 Reviews
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3rd Day: Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at the hotel. Early this morning, set off with your guide on a half-day excursion to discover some of the city's most iconic landmarks. Begin with a visit to the Reunification Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, or the Central Post Office, designed by the renowned French architect Gustave Eiffel. Stroll along Dong Khoi Street, browsing its charming shops, and round off your tour at the bustling Ben Thanh Market. After this, feel free to continue exploring the city at your own pace, or take part in one of our optional activities, such as the Cu Chi Tunnels experience* or a street food tour on a motorbike**. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh city.
*Optional Cu Chi Tunnels experience: Originally constructed for guerrilla operations against the French, the tunnels were expanded during the Indochina War into a 200 km underground network, featuring storage rooms, kitchens, hospitals, and sleeping areas for over 10,000 people. Today, take a 1.5-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City to explore the tunnels and discover their history, along with the resilience and resourcefulness of the Vietnamese during the war.
**Optional Street food tour on a motorbike: Explore Ho Chi Minh City's bustling culinary scene from the back of a motorbike, sampling popular local dishes such as green papaya salad with beef jerky, "Vietnamese pizza," steamed seafood with chili and lemongrass, and sugarcane juice. Wander through lively backstreets and hidden food gems, discovering Southern Vietnamese cuisine and experiencing the soul of Saigon after dark.
Please note: Both optional tours's schedules are compatible and can be booked togeher.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Acnos Grand Hotel or similar
193 Reviews
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Activities
Half-day visit to Ho Chi Minh City
Moderate
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Street Food Tour on Motorbike
Moderate
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Half-Day Cu Chi Tunnels experience
Moderate
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4th Day: Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is a free day, giving you the opportunity to explore at your own pace. Alternatively, you can book our optional day tour to the Mekong Delta*, where you can experience the region's relaxed vibe and immerse yourself in the local culture. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh city.
*Optional full-day excursion to discover the Mekong Delta: Embark on this adventure, including lunch, with about a two-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. In Ben Tre, board a boat to explore the narrow canals, surrounded by mangroves, coconut palms, and rice fields, while observing local life. Visit a brick kiln and a coconut workshop, where products like oil, sugar, and candies are made. After lunch at a local restaurant, travel by motorised cart or bicycle through shaded paths and rice fields. Finish with a rowboat ride to a water palm stream before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Acnos Grand Hotel or similar
193 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Mekong Delta Excursion
Moderate
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5th Day: Ho Chi Minh - Hue
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue, the former Imperial capital. A charming and peaceful city, Hue is renowned for its stunning architecture, including the citadel, palaces, royal tombs, pagodas, and temples, all built during the Nguyen dynasty along the picturesque Perfume River.
Upon arrival at Hue Airport, proceed to the exit gate where your guide will be waiting for you, holding a welcome sign with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel by private vehicle. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore the city at your own pace. Alternatively, you may join our Hue Insight Tour*, which includes visits to the Imperial Citadel, the Tu Duc Tombs, and an incense-making village. Overnight stay in Hue.
*Optional Half-Day sightseeing tour of Hue: Explore the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and admire its stunning architecture and gardens while learning about the royal court's history. Despite extensive damage during the Vietnam War, much of the citadel remains well-preserved. Next, visit the Royal Tu Duc Tomb, a tranquil resting place surrounded by pine woods and a lakeside pavilion. This was once a retreat for the emperor, who enjoyed fishing, music, and poetry here. On the way back to downtown Hue, stop at a family-run workshop to see how incense sticks are made.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Thanh Lich Hue Hotel or similar
860 Reviews
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Activities
Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Hue
Moderate
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6th Day: Hue - Hoi An
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, check out and head to Hoi An, enjoying a scenic drive along the coastline. Pass over the Hai Van Pass, offering breathtaking views of lush mountains, clear blue skies, and the beautiful Lang Co Beach. From the mountain top, Lang Co appears as a picturesque scene, framed by green trees, crystal-clear waters, and the misty mountains above.
Once a thriving trading port between the 15th and 19th centuries, the riverside town of Hoi An still retains many traces of its prosperous past, seen in its lively market, numerous souvenir shops, and tailor establishments. What makes Hoi An so remarkable is the preservation of its Old Quarter. The streets are lined with traditional tile-roofed shop houses, shaded pagodas, and colourful communal halls, contributing to its UNESCO World Heritage status.
This afternoon, enjoy a half-day guided walking tour of Hoi An ancient town, known for its well-preserved architecture, pedestrian-friendly streets, and local cuisine. Stroll through the historic merchant houses, ancient pagodas, and places of worship, all reflecting influences from Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese cultures. Begin with a visit to the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, over 400 years old, originally built by the Japanese community in the 1590s to connect with the Chinese quarter across the water. Then, head to the Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation, where you can admire the intricate wood carvings on the beams, walls, and altar, while your guide shares untold stories of the Chinese community's time in Hoi An. Continue exploring the town’s backstreets, where the gentle hum of sewing machines fills the air. Hoi An is famous for its tailor shops, and while the origins remain a mystery, you can stop at a tailor shop to have clothes made to order. Overnight stay in Hoi An.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Royal Riverside or similar
2808 Reviews
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Activities
Half-Day walking tour of Hoi An
Moderate
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7th Day: Hoi An
Breakfast at your hotel. Spend the day at your leisure exploring the charming town of Hoi An, or consider visiting the scenic Ba Na Hills and the iconic Golden Bridge*. Overnight stay in Hoi An.
*Optional visit to the scenic Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge: Today, drive for about 1.5 hours from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills, a scenic mountain area with cool temperatures year-round. Take a ride on the modern cable car for stunning views of the landscape, then walk on the Golden Bridge, supported by giant hands emerging from the mountain. Enjoy free time to explore the area, with options to visit European-style villas, indoor games, flower gardens, pagodas, and the French Wine Cellar (extra cost).
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Royal Riverside or similar
2808 Reviews
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Activities
Scenic visit to Ba Na Hill & Golden Bridge
Moderate
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8th Day: Hoi An - Hanoi
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, check out of your hotel in Hoi An and transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, your guide will be waiting at the exit gate, holding a welcome sign with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel by private vehicle. The afternoon is free for you to explore Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, or join the optional tour to discover the Old Quarter and learn more about the fascinating architecture and rich history of Hanoi's ancient streets. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
*Optional tour to Ha Noi's Old Quarter: Explore Ha Noi's Old Quarter, or 36 Streets, a historic area with unique architecture and vibrant local life. Once a centre for specialised trades, it now offers a fascinating glimpse into daily life. Wander through narrow alleys, visit Dong Xuan Market for local goods, and experience life along the train tracks, where trains pass through residential streets. End with a stop at a vintage coffee shop to watch the trains pass by, blending the old and modern vibes of Hanoi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
367 Reviews
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Activities
Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour
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9th Day: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, you will meet your driver in the hotel lobby and depart by shuttle bus (an escorted guide from Hanoi is provided for groups of 10 or more) for the journey to Halong Bay (or Lan Ha Bay, a part of Halong), a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, renowned for its thousands of breathtaking limestone islets and grottoes rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink on board before checking in to the Halong Bay Cruise. Lunch will be served as the boat, a traditional junk, cruises past numerous stone islets, floating villages, and small beaches. Visit a floating fishing village and unwind on the sundeck. Dinner will be served as the boat anchors in a tranquil, designated overnight area. Night on board.
Important: The cruise operator will follow only one itinerary to either Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay. Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to weather conditions or local administration regulations. There will be no guide on board.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hera Cruise or similar
261 Reviews
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Activities
Ha Long Bay Cruise
Light
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10th Day: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
This morning, wake up early to witness the sunrise over the bay with a cup of tea or coffee in hand on the sundeck. Afterwards, enjoy a gentle Tai Chi session. Savour breakfast in the fresh air of the bay while the boat cruises through some of the most serene and scenic areas. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room, taking in the stunning views as the boat makes its way back to the wharf. The vehicle will be ready to transfer you back to Hanoi as soon as you disembark. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
367 Reviews
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11th Day: Hanoi - Sapa
Breakfast at your hotel. This morning, you depart from Hanoi and travel to Sapa by bus*. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, you’ll visit Ta Giang Phinh, a peaceful hill tribe village beside a tranquil stream. The Blue H'mong people here have maintained their traditional customs, despite modern influences. Enjoy a hike through pristine landscapes, with stunning mountains and endless terraced fields.
As you explore, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Blue H'mong village, accompanied by a local guide, to learn about the unique traditions of its people and admire their distinctive clothing. Observe local villagers in their daily routines and capture stunning views of terraced fields, mountains, and friendly faces. Afterward, return to the hotel to rest. Overnight stay in Sapa.
*Please note that the bus journey Hanoi-Sapa usually takes around 5.5h including two 20-minute breaks.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa or similar
550 Reviews
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Activities
Afternoon visit to the Blue H’mong Ethnic minority village
Moderate
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12th Day: Sapa
Breakfast at your hotel. Today, you'll enjoy a full-day trekking through the scenic Muong Hoa Valley with a local guide. In the morning, you'll be transferred by private vehicle to Y Linh Ho village. Hike to the Black H'mong village, where you'll see their traditional indigo clothing and learn about their customs.
Continue along a dirt trail to Muong Hoa Valley, known for its stunning terraced rice fields. If you visit between July and September, you'll see local farmers at work during planting and harvest season, which will surely spark your curiosity.
Next, make a stop at a local H'mong family in Lao Chai village to learn about their lifestyle, and visit Ta Van village, home to the Zay people, known for their simpler costumes.
Capture breathtaking views of terraced fields, local houses, and portraits of the friendly villagers. Afterward, return to Sapa town by private vehicle and rest at your hotel. Overnight stay in Sapa.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Sapa Relax Hotel & Spa or similar
550 Reviews
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Activities
Full day trekking through Muong Hoa Valley
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13th Day: Sapa - Hanoi
Breakfast at your hotel. Today, enjoy a relaxing morning exploring Sapa at your own pace or resting at your hotel. If you're seeking more adventure, you can choose our optional half-day visit to Fansipan Mountain by cable car*. In the afternoon, you'll take a 5.5-hour bus ride back to Hanoi. Upon arrival in the evening, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
*Optional half-day visit to Fansipan Mountain: Ride the world’s longest and highest cable car to the summit of Mount Fansipan, the tallest peak in Indochina. Marvel at the sweeping views of Muong Hoa Valley and the lush mountain landscape as you rise to 3,143 meters. Snap unforgettable photos before making your way back to Sapa.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
367 Reviews
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Activities
Morning ascension to Mt Fansipan by cable car
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14th Day: Hanoi - Night on board
Breakfast at the hotel*. Today, enjoy free time to explore Hanoi or relax until your scheduled transfer. Later, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight back to the US. Night on board.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
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From $2,299
- 11 nights in Charm category hotels.
- 1 night on a Ha Long Bay Cruise.
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- 11 nights in Superior category hotels.
- 1 night on a Ha Long Bay Cruise.
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From $2,999
- 11 nights in Luxury category hotels.
- 1 night on a Ha Long Bay Cruise.
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The price includes
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi - US.
- Internal flights: Ho Chi Minh - Hue, Danang - Hanoi.*more information
- 12 nights: 11 nights hotel accommodation in Charm category hotels and 1 night on the Ha Long Bay Cruise.See hotels included
- 11 Breakfasts, 1 Brunch, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.**more information
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Ha Long Bay Cruise.***more information
- English speaking guide for each tour.
Not included
Vietnam E-visa (mandatory online before traveling), drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
Obtain your VISA for Vietnam:
US & CA passport holders are required to get an entry visa before departure. You are able to apply for the e-visa to visit Vietnam through the website:
https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt
You must select ‘Tan Son Nhat International Airport - Ho Chi Minh’ as the point of entry in order to be allowed to enter Vietnam.
Tipping in Vietnam is up to your personal discretion but it is commonplace for service providers to ask for it. In these cases, please keep in mind that the usual tipping standard is around 4$/person/day for guides, and half of that for drivers and hotel staff.
*Documentation of the internal flights will be delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
Vietnam internal flights luggage restrictions:
- Vietnam Airline baggage policy: 1 checked bag of 23kg and 1 hand baggage of 12kg per person.
- Cambodian Angkor Air policy: 1 checked bag of 23kg and 1 hand baggage of 7kg per person.
- Bamboo Aiways: 1 checked bag of 20kg and 01 hand baggage of 7kg per person.
- Vietjet Air: 1 checked bag of 20kg and 1 hand baggage of 7kg per package.
** Airport transfers without English speaking guide (only driver).
***Halong Bay Cruise: Each cruise is only allowed to follow one itinerary to either Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay. Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to weather conditions or local administration regulations.
Please note that the optional tours are not exclusive to Exoticca travelers and groups will be mixed with travelers from other tour operators.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of six months validity. One page required for stamp.
Visa
A visa is required. You can apply online at https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/
Currency
Vietnamese Dong.
Language
Vietnamese.
Electricity
220 V in the majority of the country. Adapter required.
Health
Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.
Time zone
UTC + 07:00.
Other useful information
There is free wi-fi in the most popular tourist spots of the country.
Tourist Office website
http://www.vietnamtourism.com
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Triple room: the third bed will be a rollaway bed.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.
Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.
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