Vietnam Authentic - 15 days

Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, your Tropicana Travel personal host warmly welcomes you. A private transfer takes you to your hotel in the charming capital of Vietnam. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Over night in Hanoi.

After breakfast, begin your journey through Hanoi’s historic treasures:
TOUR JEEP
Our experienced guide will meet you at the meeting point (or your hotel) and give you a brief tour introduction for a 100%-happy-trip then we will start our adventure. Then we will drive along the Red River dyke, passing through guava and vegetable gardens, which are one of Hanoi's main sources of food, to the ceramic village of Bat Trang.
Stop at the village, where our guide will lead you through the zigzagging maze of alleyways to learn about villagers' daily lives. During the walking tour, our guide will stop at a ceramic workshop to teach you about the process of making ceramics and give you the opportunity to design your own ceramic bowl or teacup. Our home tour, which includes lunch, will provide you with a detailed image of what life is like in the country and in the city.

The Ho Chi Minh Complex, where the nation’s beloved leader lived and worked—walking past the stately Presidential Palace and the simple stilt house that reflects his modest lifestyle. Nearby stands the One-Pillar Pagoda, an iconic symbol of the city with its elegant lotus-inspired architecture.
Your discovery deepens at the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university, where ancient courtyards, poetic calligraphy, and centuries-old banyan trees create a serene atmosphere honoring scholars and wisdom.
Train to Lao Cai. Overnight in train.

Arriving at Lao Cai Station, you will have time to freshen up with a quick shower at a nearby hotel. Your guide and driver will then welcome you and transfer you to Sapa.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Sapa Station and board the train to Muong Hoa. Here, you can immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Muong Hoa Valley - where terraced rice fields curve gracefully along the mountainsides, gentle streams flow between rocky banks, and clusters of azalea flowers bloom among the stones. The entire valley appears like a living painting, lush, peaceful, and breathtakingly picturesque.
Your journey continues as you head to the cable car station to ascend to the summit of Fansipan - the “Roof of Indochina.” As the cable car rises, layers of clouds slowly part to reveal majestic mountain peaks, cool fresh air, and sweeping views of endless mountain ranges, rice terraces, valleys, and winding rivers.
Transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight at a hotel in Sapa.

After breakfast, we begin our journey to the surrounding ethnic villages. Your first stop is Lao Chai, the peaceful home of the Black Hmong people, where traditional wooden houses rest against vast terraced rice fields. As you continue to Ta Van village, inhabited by the warm and welcoming Dzay (Giay) ethnic community, you will find yourself in the very heart of the Muong Hoa Valley.
Here, you can admire spectacular panoramic views -endless layers of terraced fields cascading down the mountains, gentle streams winding through the valley floor, and lush greenery stretching as far as the eye can see. The scenery becomes even more magical as the afternoon sun softens, bathing the entire landscape in a golden glow.
After the village exploration, we will drive you back to Sapa town. In the late afternoon, you will depart from Sapa for your journey back to Hanoi.
Around 21:30 – 22:00, you will arrive in Hanoi and check in to your hotel, where you can rest and recharge for the next exciting part of your adventure.
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

Pick up at your hotel and head out for Ninh Binh. There is a beautiful roadside scenery on the way. Arriving in Ninh Binh city, first pay a visit to Hoa Lu – the ancient Royal Capital of Vietnam, visit the two temples: Temple of King Dinh and King Le, admire the unique architecture from ancient times.
Continue to Tam Coc. Then boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (2.5 hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, a very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.
In the afternoon, climbing up to Mua Cave, you will wallow in a wonderful landscape of mountain, valley and river, enjoy the spectacular views from Mua Cave over Tam Coc and Ninh Binh’s stunning countryside. Very corner on the way up to Mua Cave is filled with artistic backgrounds and countless attractive scenes. To reach the top of Mua Cave, visitors will have to go through nearly 500 steps.
Transfer back to Hanoi.

Tropicana Travel invites you to embark on a luxury cruise through the mystical waters of Halong Bay, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site where thousands of limestone pillars rise from the emerald sea. 
As you settle into your beautifully appointed private cabin, the panorama outside your window feels like a living painting. Throughout the journey, you’ll be treated to refined gourmet meals showcasing the freshest local flavors.
The experience continues with memorable activities: glide across tranquil waters by kayak through Luon Cave, and explore the limstone Sung Sot Cave, and join an engaging cooking class led by the onboard chef. As evening approaches, head to the open deck to witness a spectacular sunset - a golden glow spreading over the bay, creating a magical moment you’ll remember forever.
An unforgettable night amid the mystical scenery.
Overnight in boat.

Begin the morning with Tai Chi on deck, then visiting the majestic Titop Island.
Enjoy brunch as the boat sails back to the port.
Transfer from Ha Long to the airport and flight to Danang.
Transfer to Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An.

Begin your journey by visiting a vibrant local market, where you can engage with friendly vendors, learn to select fresh ingredients, and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere. 
Continue with an adventure through the serene waterways of the Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle in a traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boat, discovering the unique ecosystem and trying traditional net fishing, including catching “Purple Crabs” in the canals. 
Upon arrival at our cooking venue, participate in an engaging hands-on cooking class guided by our experienced chef, who will show you how to prepare four traditional Vietnamese dishes while sharing insights into local ingredients and cooking techniques. After the cooking session, savor the dishes you’ve created, accompanied by three side dishes: morning glory, steamed rice, and a delightful dessert. Conclude your culinary journey by taking home detailed recipes to recreate the flavors of Hội An for your loved ones. After this memorable experience, our guide will accompany you back to your hotel.
In the afternoon, tour guide will pick you from Hotel and transfer to Hoi An Town:
Chua Ong Pagoda, historic Chinese Assembly Halls, the elegant Tan Ky House, and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge.
Overnight in Hoi An.

After breakfast, our car will take you from Hoi An and transfer to Ba Na hill to take a cable car to the beautiful Ba Na Hills, a hill station and resort located in central Vietnam's Truong Son Mountain region. See the fascinating Linh Ung Pagoda and marvel at its exquisite architectural design.
Visit Golden Bridge, a 150-meter-long pedestrian bridge with two giant stone hands supporting the structure.
Back to the hotel. Overnight in Da Nang.

Relax on the beach or explore the ancient town at your own pace.
No Tropicana Travel services provided. Night at hotel.

Today you will depart from Hoi An in the morning and transfer to Danang International Airport for your domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City. After arriving in Ho Chi Minh City, you will meet and greet your driver and tour guide. After settling in, you will pay a visit to the historic landmarks of the colonial city once known as Saigon: the old Saigon Post office, Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace and Ben Thanh market.
Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels (70 km from Saigon), an extensive underground network built from 1948 and expanded during the war. The tunnels served as an underground city with living quarters, kitchens, storage, workshops, and field hospitals, sheltering up to 10,000 people for years.
In the afternoon, visit the War Remnants Museum, offering powerful exhibits on the impacts of war. Continue to Thien Hau Pagoda in Chinatown (Cho Lon), known for its intricate carvings and impressive incense coils. Explore Binh Tay Market, a bustling maze of stalls selling everything from sunglasses to dried seafood. End the day with a visit to a local lacquerware workshop.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Having the bustling city of Saigon behind, you depart to the Mekong Delta considered Vietnam’s biggest rice basket. Arrive at Hung Vuong pier in Ben Tre and embark your boat to cruise along Ben Tre River. Stop at the brickfield belonging to Mr. Tu Lo to see how bricks are made by hand in Vietnam and a coconut candy home factory. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon you will take a trip on small rowing boats through a maze of waterways lined by two rows of a palm tree. Cruise back to the pier and disembark. Drive to Can Tho for the night.
Overnight in Can Tho.

We will rise in the early morning to take a boat trip through the winding waterways of Cai Rang floating market, the biggest and busiest floating market in the Mekong Delta. Then we visit the Binh Thuy Ancient House, a well-preserved 149-year-old house in Can Tho.
Then we drive back to Saigon.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Our driver and guide will come and take you to the international airport.
Thank you and see you in the next trip.