This 20-day private journey offers an in-depth exploration of Vietnam’s most iconic destinations, combining culture, nature, history, and beach relaxation at an excellent value. Travel from Hanoi and the mountains of Sapa to Ha Long Bay, Hue, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City, ending with relaxing beach days in Mui Ne.
With a relaxed pace and ample free time, this journey is ideal for travelers who want to explore Vietnam thoroughly, with the flexibility to add optional excursions along the way.
Private journey from north to south
Mountain region of Sapa & ethnic hill tribes
Overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay
Imperial Hue & UNESCO-listed Hoi An
Ho Chi Minh City & optional Mekong Delta
Beach relaxation in Mui Ne
Excellent value & flexible itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Hanoi
Arrival in Hanoi and private transfer to your centrally located hotel in the Old Quarter. Free time to explore the city on foot.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 2 – Hanoi (Breakfast)
Free day to explore independently or book an optional excursion to Ninh Binh.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 3 – Hanoi – overnight train to Lao Cai (Breakfast)
Free time until transfer to the station for the overnight train to Lao Cai.
Overnight: overnight train
Day 4 – Lao Cai – Sapa
Early arrival and private transfer to Sapa. Free time to explore the valley.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 5 – Sapa (Breakfast)
Free day or optional trekking through rice terraces and waterfalls.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 6 – Sapa – Hanoi (Breakfast)
Day transfer by bus back to Hanoi. Arrival in the afternoon and check-in.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 7 – Hanoi – Ha Long Bay (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Transfer to Ha Long Bay and board your cruise. Visit caves, kayak, and enjoy meals on board.
Overnight: Ha Long Bay cruise
Day 8 – Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – overnight train to Hue (Breakfast, light lunch)
Visit Titop Island, then return to Hanoi and board the overnight train to Hue.
Overnight: overnight train
Day 9 – Hue
Morning arrival in Hue. Free time or optional guided visits to imperial highlights.
Overnight: Hue
Day 10 – Hue – Hoi An (Breakfast)
Private transfer via Lang Co Beach and the Hai Van Pass.
Overnight: Hoi An
Days 11–12 – Hoi An (Breakfast)
Free days to explore the old town, countryside, or relax at the beach.
Overnight: Hoi An
Day 13 – Hoi An – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast)
Flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrival and private transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Days 14–15 – Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast)
Free days or optional excursions to the Cu Chi tunnels or the Mekong Delta.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 16 – Ho Chi Minh City – Mui Ne (Breakfast)
Transfer by VIP bus to the beach destination Mui Ne.
Overnight: Mui Ne
Days 17–19 – Mui Ne (Breakfast)
Free days to relax on the beach or join optional excursions such as sand dunes and fishing villages.
Overnight: Mui Ne
Day 20 – Mui Ne – Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (Breakfast)
Private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
End of the journey
Fully Private & Tailor-Made
This journey is fully private and tailor-made, planned and operated locally. The itinerary can be reversed, extended, or shortened. Overnight trains can be replaced by flights, and destinations or activities can be added or removed.
Let us know your preferences, and we will design a Vietnam journey that perfectly matches your travel style and budge
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