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Vietnam 8 Nights / 9 Days Tour – Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi & Da Nang with Ha Long Bay & Ba Na Hills

Duration
8 Night 9 Days
Group Size

Discover Vietnam in 9 incredible days with Diu Holidays! Explore Ho Chi Minh City’s historic landmarks, the Cu Chi Tunnels, and the vibrant Ben Thanh Market. Cruise through Ha Long Bay’s emerald waters, wander the ancient streets of Hoi An, and walk along Da Nang’s Golden Bridge. From bustling cities to serene landscapes, this trip blends culture, history, and natural beauty for the ultimate Vietnam holiday.

What's included

Airport transfers in all cities
Domestic flights: Ho Chi Minh → Hanoi & Hanoi → Da Nang
Accommodation with daily breakfast (8 nights)
Guided city tours in Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Da Nang & Hoi An
Cu Chi Tunnels excursion
Saigon Water Bus ride & Ben Thanh Market visit
Ha Long Bay day cruise with lunch & Pearl Farm visit
Cyclo ride in Hanoi Old Quarter + Vietnamese coffee
Cam Thanh Coconut Village basket boat ride
Hoi An Ancient Town tour & lantern boat ride
Ba Na Hills cable car, Golden Bridge, French Village & Fantasy Park
All sightseeing with English-speaking guide
International flights to/from Vietnam
Visa fees (if applicable)
Travel insurance
Meals not mentioned
Optional tours (Mekong Delta USD 35 pp / Ninh Binh USD 60 pp)
Tips, laundry, porterage, personal expenses
Early check-in/late check-out

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh – Half-Day City Tour

• Airport pickup and transfer to hotel (standard check-in: 2–3 PM).
• Visit: o War Remnants Museum o Photo stops: Notre-Dame Basilica, Reunification Palace, Opera House, City Hall
• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels + Water Bus Ride + Ben Thanh Market

• Explore Cu Chi Tunnels: 200 km of underground wartime network.
• Ride the Saigon Water Bus for a city view from the river.
• Shop at Ben Thanh Market.
• Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 3: Free Day OR Optional Mekong Delta Tour

• Optional Tour: o Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, o Sampan cruise,
• Fruit plantations, o Coconut candy workshop.
• Lunch included. ???? USD 35 per person (min. 10 pax) • Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 4: Flight to Hanoi + City Tour + Cyclo Ride

• Fly to Hanoi.
• Photo stops: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, visit Hoan Kiem Lake.
• Enjoy a Cyclo ride through Hanoi Old Quarter + Vietnamese coffee tasting.
• Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise + Pearl Farm Visit

• Visit Pearl Farm, board a traditional junk boat.
• Cruise past iconic islets: Fighting Cocks, Stone Dog, Incense Burner.
• Visit Thien Cung & Dau Go Caves (optional).
• Lunch onboard.
• Return to Hanoi by evening.

Day 6: Free Day OR Optional Ninh Binh Tour

• Optional Tour:
• Visit Tam Coc (boat trip through rice paddies & limestone caves)
• Tour Hoa Lu ancient capital
• Lunch included ???? USD 60 per person (min. 10 pax) • Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 7: Flight to Da Nang – Cam Thanh Coconut Village & Hoi An

• Fly to Da Nang & check-in to hotel.
• Visit Cam Thanh Coconut Village – enjoy a Basket Boat Ride.
• Explore Hoi An Ancient Town: Japanese Bridge, Old Houses, Chinese Halls.
• Boat ride & release flower garlands on the river.
• Overnight in Da Nang.

Day 8: Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour + Dragon Bridge Photo Stop

• Ride the Ba Na Hills Cable Car – among the world’s longest.
• Explore:
• Golden Bridge
• French Village
• Linh Ung Pagoda
• Fantasy Park (indoor theme park)
• Evening photo stop at Dragon Bridge.
• Overnight in Da Nang.

Day 9: Departure

• Check out and transfer to airport for your return flight.
• End of the unforgettable Vietnam adventure with Diu Holidays.

FAQ

Q. What is the best time to visit Vietnam?

The best months are October to April, when the weather is cooler and ideal for sightseeing, cruises, and cultural exploration.

Q. Are domestic flights included in this package?

Yes, domestic flights Ho Chi Minh → Hanoi and Hanoi → Da Nang are included.

Q. Are optional tours available?

Yes. You can add:

  • Mekong Delta Tour (Day 3) – USD 35 per person (min. 10 pax).

  • Ninh Binh Tour (Day 6) – USD 60 per person (min. 10 pax).

Q. What’s included in the Ha Long Bay day cruise?

You’ll enjoy lunch onboard, a visit to a Pearl Farm, scenic cruising past limestone islets, and optional cave visits.

Q. Is the Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge included?

Yes, the cable car, Golden Bridge, French Village, Fantasy Park, and Linh Ung Pagoda are included in the Ba Na Hills excursion.

Q. Is this package suitable for families?

Yes. It blends cultural sightseeing, river cruises, and leisure with family-friendly activities like Ba Na Hills and Hoi An lantern boat rides.

Q. Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Extra nights, hotel upgrades, or additional cities (Hue, Sapa, Phu Quoc) can be added on request.

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