Vietnam Essence with Phu Quoc Island - 8 days

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, your tour guide and driver from SVietnam Travel will warmly welcome you and transfer you to the city center for a short tour briefing.

After a brief rest, begin your Hanoi city tour with visits to some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks. Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, built in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius and scholars.

Continue to visit one of the city’s renowned museums — either the Vietnamese Women’s Museum or the Vietnam History Museum — to gain insight into the country’s rich heritage and culture.

In the late afternoon, enjoy a cup of local coffee along the famous Train Street, where trains pass right by the charming cafés and houses. Then take a leisurely walking tour around Hoan Kiem lake and the Old Quarter, a lively area filled with narrow streets, colonial buildings, and vibrant local shops.

In the evening, savor a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, hosted by SVietnam Travel.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Dinner
Private car & guide

At 08:30, your driver will pick you up for the scenic drive to Halong Bay, arriving around midday to board your cruise for an overnight stay. Halong Bay is celebrated as one of the world’s natural wonders, with thousands of towering limestone pillars sculpted by sea and wind.

After lunch on board, explore several of the bay’s impressive caves and visit a floating fishing village. Later, the captain will anchor in a secluded spot where you can swim, relax on the sundeck, or try kayaking (subject to weather conditions). In the evening, enjoy a fresh seafood dinner on board.

Accommodation: Cruise on Halong bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Private car & guide on cruise

Enjoy an early morning swim (in season) and a leisurely breakfast as the cruise navigates more of Halong Bay’s spectacular scenery. The cruise will arrive at the harbor by noon. You will be transferred back to Hanoi. Check in hotel and free time.

The detailed cruise itinerary will be provided once guests select the preferred cruise category.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Private car – guide on cruise

This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Phu Quoc Island, a tropical paradise known for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. Upon arrival, the hotel shuttle bus will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Check in and enjoy your free time at leisure to relax and explore the surroundings.

Accommodation: Hotel in Phu Quoc
Meals: Breakfast
Private car in Hanoi – Hotel bus in Phu Quoc

Enjoy a full day at leisure on the beautiful island of Phu Quoc. Relax on the beach, swim in the turquoise waters, or explore the island at your own pace. Optional activities include snorkeling, visiting local fishing villages, or discovering pepper farms and waterfalls.

Accommodation: Hotel in Phu Quoc
Meals: Breakfast

In the afternoon, take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest and most dynamic metropolis. Upon arrival, your local guide and driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel.

In the evening, embark on an exciting street food tour by motorbike with your local guide. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Saigon’s narrow alleys (hẻm), where generations of street vendors have perfected their signature dishes. As you sample a variety of authentic local foods, your guide will share stories about the neighborhoods and how history has shaped the city’s unique culinary culture.

Your food adventure typically includes four stops:

First stop: Taste a signature Vietnamese dish such as Bánh mì, Bánh xèo (Vietnamese sizzling pancake), or Bánh khọt (mini savory pancake).
Second stop: Enjoy a main dish, which could be Phở (Vietnamese noodle soup), Bún bò Huế (spicy beef vermicelli soup), or Cơm tấm (broken rice with grilled pork).
Third stop: Satisfy your sweet tooth with Chuối chiên (fried banana cake) or another traditional Vietnamese dessert.
Final stop: Refresh yourself with a local drink such as Vietnamese coffee or fresh sugarcane juice.

Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Private car & tour guide in Saigon

This morning, drive to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, an immense underground network used by Vietnamese fighters during the war. Explore hidden trapdoors, living quarters, kitchens, and meeting rooms while learning about the remarkable resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City for an afternoon city tour, visiting key landmarks such as the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum, and the bustling Ben Thanh Market.

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide

Enjoy your free time at leisure until your driver transfers you to the airport for your departure flight.

Thank you for traveling with us — we wish you a safe journey home and hope to welcome you back to Vietnam again!

Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
Private car