6-Day Cultural and Scenic Tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

6 days Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 4+Guided Operated by Up Travel Vietnam
Cu Chi Tunnel Mekong Delta River Trang An

Why we love it?

The 6 Days Vietnam Highlights Tour takes travelers from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, offering a comprehensive exploration of the country's rich culture and stunning landscapes. This tour includes visits to picturesque locations such as Hạ Long Bay, Hai Duong, and Hai Phong, with a unique overnight experience on a Halong-Lan Ha Bay cruise. Suitable for those seeking a blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences, the itinerary features a mix of guided tours and leisure time, with accommodations in standard 3-star hotels and meals provided throughout the journey. The tour's distinctive aspect lies in its combination of vibrant city life and serene nature, allowing participants to immerse themselves in Vietnam's diverse offerings.

Inclusions

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accomodation: 4 nights in standard 3-star hotel
  • 1 night on Halong - Lan Ha Bay Cruise
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Mineral water
  • Transportation for tour with air-conditioner
  • Private airport transfer

Exclusions

  • Domestic flights and International Flights to Vietnam
  • Travel insurance & Visa Application Fee
  • Tip for guide and driver
  • Personal expense
  • Christmas or New Year Eve Gala dinner (if any)

Itinerary

Day 1

Hanoi Arrival & Airport Pickup

  • Upon arrival at Hanoi Airport, you will be greeted by our local driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

    Please note that your room will be available from 2:00 PM onwards.
    The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax or explore the city at your own pace.

    Our Services: Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

    Meals: None

    Tour Guide: None

    Transfer: Private car

Day 2

Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Cycling (Join-in)

  • 7h00 : Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel

    7h00 : Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km.

    9h00 : Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

    10h30: The first destination in this trip is visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to  Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed on an outstanding architecture when  entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors  of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel ancient  atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.

    12h30: At noon, our car ad guide will take you to have lunch

    13h30 – 14h00 : Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as The world Heritage Site in 2014.  Trang An has the wonderful tunnel cave system so that Kong’s Movie Group  chose this place for New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island “.  Boat trip to visit Trang An to see the amazing beauty of this landscape  with many caves such as : Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dack cave),  Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view.

    17h30 : Return to Hanoi

    19h30 : Arrive to Hanoi and get drop off at the Hotel. The trip end !

    THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING Hat, umbrella, shoes

    Sun cream, sun glasses

    Mosquito spray

    CameraOur Services: Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Tour Guide: English speaking guide

    Transfer: Group transfer

Day 3

Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Sunset Party: 2D1N trip from Hanoi (Join-in)

  • 08:00: Our tour guide and Shuttle Bus pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter.

    ­ 08:45: Depart to Halong Bay for 2.5 Hours.

    ­ 10:30: Arrive in Hai Duong province, and have 20-minute short break.

    ­ 11:30 – 12:00: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor.

    ­ 12:00 – 12:30: Welcome to Dragon Bay Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief  introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Complete check-in  procedure.

    ­ 13:00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and  vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong – Lan Ha Bay,  admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay. Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor where belonged to Cat Ba area.

    Discover lagoon natural area belonged to Lan Ha bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).15:45: You will do kayaking under our tour guide’s instructions in so many beautiful spots, then  Swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh  air).

    Heading back toward the sleeping area.

    18.00: Come back to our Dragon Bay Cruise and participate in our Sunset party. Take photos and relax.

    ­ 19:00: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.

    ­ 21:00: Evening  entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, squid  fishing, relaxing with massage service and overnight on the Dragon Bay  Cruise.

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    Our Services: Accommodation: Overnight on cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Tour Guide: English speaking Guide on board

    Transfer: Shuttle Bus

Day 4

Halong Bay Cruise - Back to Hanoi - Fly to Ho Chi Minh

  • 7:00-7:45

    7:00-7:45: Have breakfast. Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

    ­ 08:00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets

    Tourists visit the famous Frog Pond. Here you can freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim...

    ­ 09:15: Back to your cabin, take relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.

    ­ 9:30: Check-out  from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room  service. Complete check-out procedure and enjoy your last lunch at  cruise.

    ­ 11:30: Cruise are landing Tuan Chau Harbor, tourist say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.

    ­ 12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the Bus

    ­ 15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi

    ­  After arriving in Hanoi's meeting point, our private car will pick you  up to the airport for your flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh. Once  reaching Tan Son Nhat International Airport, our driver will pick you up  and then transfer to hotel for checkin

    Kindly be  informed that at Ho Chi Minh Airport, the designated parking areas for  vehicles are situated approximately 150 meters from the arrival gate. We  appreciate your understanding regarding the short walk involved in this  process.

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    Our Services: Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

    Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

    Tour Guide: None

    Transfer: Shuttle bus & Private car

Day 5
  • 06:45-07

    06:45-07:00 - Morning pickup from your Ho Chi Minh City hotel (Exact time depends on your hotel location)

    Morning: Historic Cu Chi Tunnels

    07:00-08:30 - Scenic drive to Cu Chi district

    08:30-09:00 - Introductory documentary about tunnel construction

    09:00-11:30 - Tunnel exploration featuring: Underground living quarters (kitchens, bedrooms)

    Military facilities (field hospitals, command centers)

    Hidden trap doors and defensive systems

    War-era snacks: tapioca & herbal tea tasting11:30-12:30 - Local Vietnamese lunch

    Afternoon: Mekong Delta Experience

    13:00-16:30 - My Tho river adventure: Scenic boat cruise on Tien River (Dragon/Unicorn/Phoenix/Tortoise islands)

    Traditional sampan ride through narrow canals

    Village bicycle tour (optional)

    Visit coconut candy workshop

    Seasonal fruit tasting with honey tea

    Southern Vietnamese folk music performanceEvening Return

    17:00-19:00 - Comfortable transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City

    Evening - Free time for dinner & exploration. Overnight at your hotel

    Our Services: Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Tour Guide: English-speaking local guide

    Transfer: Group transportation

Day 6

Ho Chi Minh City Departure - Unitl We Meet Again!

  • On this day, you are free at your leisure until being picked up and  transferred to the airport (without guide) for the departure flight.  Meals on your own. End of services.

    Our Services:Accommodation: None

    Meals: Breakfast

    Tour Guide: None

    Transfer: Private car

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable If your hotel is located at Hanoi Old Quarter, we will pick you up at your hotel (for Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh tour).

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start