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Highlights of Vietnam from North to South 12 days

Name: Highlights of Vietnam from North to South 12 days
Brand: BestPrice Travel
SKU: 0300
Price: 1061 USD
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Rating: 4.8 (183 reviews)

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from €1034 EU €931 /pax

12 days / 11 nights

3–5★ hotels included

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hoi An - Hue - Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Mekong Delta

Suitable: Seniors, Solo Travellers, Family with Kids, Friends & Groups

Tour Type: Small Group

12 days / 11 nights

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hoi An - Hue - Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Mekong Delta

3–5★ hotels included

Suitable: Seniors, Solo Travellers, Family with Kids, Friends & Groups

Tour Type: Small Group

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Why travelers choose this route

Step back in time at Hue Imperial Citadel, exploring the royal architecture and history of the Nguyen Dynasty.
Admire the blend of Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese architecture at the Japanese Covered Bridge and Fujian Assembly Hall.
Gain insight into Vietnam wartime history through War Remnants Museum exhibits and stories.
Paddle through emerald waters and explore hidden caves in Halong Bay - one of the worlds most stunning natural wonders.

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Full Itinerary

This 12-day Vietnam tour is ideal for European travelers seeking authentic experiences at a comfortable pace and great value. You will journey through heritage sites, breathtaking landscapes, and local markets while being part of a small travel group. From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, this route offers a spectrum of Vietnams culture and natural beauty.

Morning

08:00 - 08:30: Our guide will meet your group at the hotel, and we will begin our exciting half-day tour in Hanoi, which includes various remarkable well-known attractions:

Firstly, we visit the Temple of Literature, which is the first national university of Vietnam. The place is where culture seekers can explore the diverse buildings and gardens that make up the temple complex.

One Pillar Pagoda is the second attraction you will head to - a cultural and spiritual attraction processing unique architecture like a beautiful lotus emerging from the water.

Day 2 One Pillar Pagoda One Of Vietnam's Most Iconic Temples

An essential destination where the Vietnamese pay their respects and express their gratitude to their leader is the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. It is a must-visit for those interested in Vietnam’s history.

Our friendly guide will lead you to the oldest religious temple in the city, Tran Quoc Pagoda. Situated by Hanoi West Lake, the temple strikes a perfect balance of majesty, heritage, and elegance in its architecture.

Day 2 Tran Quoc Pagoda Is The Oldest Pagoda In The City

At the end of the venture, your group will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Our guide will drop you off at the hotel after that.

NOTE:

Departure in the morning at 08:00 or afternoon at 13:00, depending on availability.
The mausoleum is closed Mon and Fri and from Jun - Aug. You can only take photographs from the outside.

Afternoon

If you're looking for a night's adventure, booking an extra tour will be a great option. BestPrice Travel has some suggested optional tours that you might be interested in:

Hanoi Sunset Biking & Food Tour Half day	From US $54 /pax
Decoding the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long - Night Tour	From US $38 /pax

For anyone who just wants to relax, consider booking an optional massage retreat with our consultants in advance, at only from US $32.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Morning

After breakfast, our driver will pick you up at 08:00 and head to the cruise port in Halong Bay. Upon arrival, the cruise staff will help you with the check-in procedure.

At noon, nature goers will be warmly welcomed with a welcome drink, then listen to the cruise introduction and safety guidelines briefly.

A delectable lunch will be served on board while the cruise is sailing further to secluded parts of the bay.

Afternoon

Let’s start our expedition by participating in different exciting activities such as swimming and submerging yourself in the emerald cool water, exploring mysterious caves by kayaking, etc.

Day 3 Participate In Various Activities In The Water

After returning to the cruise, a Vietnamese cooking class to make local spring rolls will await you. Passengers can also sip a cocktail on sundeck during the afternoon program Happy Hour - Buy 1 Get 1.

Day 3 Enjoy A Drink On Sundeck In The Afternoon

Evening

A tasty dinner is ready to be served at the cruise’s restaurant.

After that, you can freely enjoy amusing activities onboard, such as board games, squid fishing, night movies, bar & karaoke.

NOTE:

Our tour guide won't escort you on the cruise, crew members who are fluent in English will take care of you.
You may be transferred to a smaller boat (tender), which is easily accessible to secluded parts.
The precise itinerary will depend on each Halong Bay cruise.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight on Cruise

Morning /Afternoon

Let’s get ready for the half-day walking tour today!

Start at the bustling Hoi An Market, a sensory feast of sights, colors, sounds, and aromas, perfect for a memorable shopping experience. Next, visit the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, with its vibrant gates, intricate dragon statues, and ornate rooftops. Here, you can learn about ancestor worship by observing family altars and locals making offerings.

Explore Hoi An’s remarkably preserved old houses, such as Phung Hung Ancient House and Tan Ky Ancient House, which have stood strong for over 200 years. Then, head to the Museum of Folk Culture, housed in a 150-year-old Chinese merchant home, to see artifacts depicting daily life in ancient Hoi An. Don’t miss the Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House, where you can enjoy local art performances.

Day 6 Tourist At The Japanese Covered Bridge

Stop at the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, spanning a small canal and built more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese and Chinese communities. Finally, stroll through Hoi An’s handicraft shops, art galleries, and charming laneways, discovering the local neighborhoods and fully appreciating the town’s timeless charm.

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Morning

You will be picked up from your hotel at 08:00 - 08:30 to start your city exploration.

Today, your group can have the chance to see the best of Hue, from ancient royal architecture to hectic local life.

The first well-known attraction in Hue that you will visit is the Thien Mu Pagoda, a famous Buddhist attraction considered the unofficial symbol of the city located at the bank of the enchanting Perfume River.

Day 8 Thien Mu Pagoda The Unofficial Symbol Of The City

The next journey is to discover the Imperial Citadel, which is one of the remaining Hue Monuments Complex recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site since 1993.

Day 8 The Imperial Citadel The Former Capital During The Nguyễn Dynasty

For those who want to get closer to the locals and experience bargaining skills like a local, Dong Ba Market is a great place to visit and buy souvenirs.

End of the expedition, the driver will bring you back to your hotel, and the rest of the day is yours.

Afternoon

For gourmets who are in love with Vietnamese cuisine, please take a look at our optional Hue Night Culinary Tour (From US $48/pax). Starting at 18:00, you can join an interesting itinerary to try Hue specialties and take a cyclo ride.

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Hue

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then let’s start your adventure by heading to Cu Chi Tunnels for 1.5 hours!

You will have a chance to explore a part of the most complicated underground tunnel system constructed since the Vietnam-American War.

Upon arrival, travelers will be introduced to the tunnel constructions and previous usage by watching a documentary movie

Next, you will try to go through the tunnel and find out how intricate the 136-mile underground network used by Viet Cong soldiers. Then witness a display of living quarters, meeting room, weapons room, and different types of dangerous traps.

Day 10 Start Your Adventure At Cu Chi Tunnels

After the exploration, active travelers can try shooting real bullets with a wide selection of guns at the range (additional fee)

At noon, you will have a light lunch at a local restaurant with your group before traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Afternoon

Afternoon is the time you spend exploring the top must-visit sights of the ‘city that never sleeps’.

The first stop is Independence Palace, where the Vietnamese Revolutionary Army won the combat in 1975. Since that day, it has become a significant national monument that stores many historical displays and living residences of South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu.

Day 10 Take Pictures With The Independence Palace

After around 1.5 hours of exploring, you will move to the next stop at Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office - two landmarks of the city that are excellent examples of French architecture.

Continue visiting the War Remnants Museum dating back to the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War. This place exhibits illustrations of the pointlessness and cruel impacts of the war.

End of the sightseeing trip, you will be dropped off at your hotel and be free to explore the city at night.

NOTE: The Notre Dame Cathedral is currently under renovation until 2027. You can be taken to visit the surroundings such as the book street.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Morning

At 08:00, you will hit the road from Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre Province and start the fascinating excursion at the Mekong Delta.

Firstly, adventure seekers will have an incredible experience by getting on a boat cruising along the Ham Luong River, where you get to take in the beautiful scenery and see the rustic life of the riverside landscapes.

You also have the opportunity to visit local workshops where I witnessed the process of creating coconut products and mat weaving. After that, you take a leisurely stroll through the village - a great chance to see the local culture up close.

The cherry on top is to try the unique motorized rickshaw called a ‘Xe Loi’, which was a fun and memorable way to get around the countryside.

A delicious lunch with local dishes will be served at noon. Food lovers can have an opportunity to taste the delicious deep-fried elephant earfish - a culinary highlight of the trip.

Day 11 Try A Delicious Local Lunch

Afternoon

A sampan trip along the narrow canals would be a unique and memorable experience. The sights and sounds of the waterways, combined with the peaceful atmosphere of being on the water, would make for a relaxing and enjoyable Mekong Delta journey.

Day 11 Admire The Serene Beauty Of Mekong Delta

Then you will go back to Ho Chi Minh City and relax for the rest of the day.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Important Notes:

PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

Inclusions

Meals

11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 1 Brunch, 1 Dinner

Transport

Airplane, Car, Cruise, Shuttle Bus

Accommodation

Hotel (10 nights), Overnight on Cruise (1 night)

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★★★

Day 5, Day 6

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Eden Star Saigon Hotel - Deluxe Room

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Day 10, Day 11, Day 9

Queen Ann Hotel - Deluxe

★★★

Day 10, Day 11, Day 9

Included & Excluded

Included

Overnight in shared Twin/ Double room with Air-condition (AC) at hotel.
All transport during tour on air - conditioned vehicle as per itinerary (including airport pick up & see off)
All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide.
Meals as indicated in the program
Entrance fees as per itinerary
2 domestic flights Hanoi – Da Nang and Hue – Ho Chi Minh City

Not included

International airfare
Early check-in and late check-out
Peak season surcharges and compulsory gala dinners (if applicable)
Visa (passport valid for at least 6 months with a minimum of 3 blank visa pages)
Personal expenses (tips, laundry, gratuities, etc.)
Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary

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9.8 Excellent 22/10/2026

Mr. Lewis P

Australia

We loved every bit of the experience, and everything ran smoothly. Thank you, Anna, for everything!

9.8 Excellent 16/10/2026

Mr. Ravi D

Australia

Thanks to Anna for organising our entire trip. Everything went extremely smoothly, and I would definitely recommend her to my friends. A heartfelt thank you for all your help with the trip!

9.8 Excellent 10/09/2026

Ms. Lily V

Greece

Very precice and reliable
Excellent guided tours
Good quality buses I fully recomend
Also to note excellent and immediate responce to our every request from Rosie Nhung
We were a group of families and friends 17 total. We had many transports pickups and guided tours. All went smoothly and organized. We did many tours throuout Vietnam

9.7 Excellent 31/08/2026

Ms. Jyoti A

India

Hi, this company offers very affordable tours with great service and hospitality. I contacted them directly through their website and Ms. Anna helped me plan my trip. She was very kind, understood everything I needed, and was very patient as I don't speak or understand Vietnamese. She arranged everything according to my requirements and kept in touch with me throughout the trip to make sure everything was going well. The cruise she recommended, Stellar of the Seas, was one of the highlights and a fantastic experience. I would definitely recommend booking with this company. Thank you again, Anna, for making my trip so memorable.

9.5 Excellent 26/07/2026

Mr. Sam W

United Kingdom

This was exactly the kind of holiday break we needed! We got to see so much of Vietnam, from north to south, and met some amazing people along the way. So many great memories and experiences that we won’t forget. Absolutely loved it!

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Full Itinerary

Important Notes:

Inclusions

Meals

Transport

Accommodation

Hanoi Pearl Hotel - Deluxe Room City View

Apricot Hotel - Canvas

Hong Ngoc Dynastie Hotel & Spa - Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Mon Cheri Cruise - Ocean Suite Balcony

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Majestic Hotel Saigon - Century City Deluxe

Eden Star Saigon Hotel - Deluxe Room

Queen Ann Hotel - Deluxe

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