Your Mekong Delta adventure begins as you leave the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh and journey to My Tho, a wonderful town along the Mekong River. First, you’ll visit the historic Vinh Trang pagoda, a beautiful 19th-century site. Then, together, you’ll embark on a delightful sampan cruise, exploring the enchanting islands of Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.

At Unicorn Island, you can stroll along country lanes, explore lush orchards, and savor tropical fruits while enjoying local folk music. A visit to a fruit plantation follows. The next experience is exploring the tranquility of the countryside with a hand-rowed sampan ride through Thoi Son canal, visiting family-run businesses, a honey-bee farm, and a coconut candy workshop. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you can either cycle through Tan Thach village to experience local life or relax in a hammock and enjoy the Delta breeze.

Enjoy some free time until our car picks you up at your hotel for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our local driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Your room will be available from 14:00 onwards.

The afternoon is when we begin to discover Vietnam’s oldest university, the Temple of Literature, which was founded in 1070. This ancient place is among the most popular attractions of Northern Vietnam, giving us a glimpse into the country’s rich history and culture.

Next, we stop at Dong Xuan Market, a bustling and energetic district where you can feel the essence of Hanoi. As you walk around the crowded market, take in the vibrant colors, sounds, and odors, and capitalize on the chance to buy unique souvenirs or simply immerse yourself in the local culture.

Our journey concludes at Train Street in the Phung Hung Ward, a magical spot where you can have coffee or a drink as the train passes by. The charming atmosphere, with the cozy cafes and excitement of watching the train pass by, is the ideal spot to relax and reflect on your day.

Dinner is at your leisure, and you’ll return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

At 06:30 AM, your day begins with a hotel pick-up, followed by a picturesque bus transfer to Sapa, and the cost of the bus ticket is included. You will arrive in Sapa at 01:00 PM, where you will be greeted by your tour guide and escorted to the hotel for a wonderful lunch and check-in.

Next, at 02:00 PM, have a trekking experience to Cat Cat village, where you visit the Hydroelectric Power Station and enjoy local performances and are exposed to the unique traditions of the H’Mong and Dao people.

Evening comes around, and following a delicious dinner at 19:00, you have an optional evening walk around town or the Saturday night Sapa Love Market, an evening that is an homage to the local traditional culture of the Mong and Dao communities. It takes place each Saturday evening with a lively display of local tradition. You return to the hotel for an overnight stay, bringing an end to a day of discovery and immersion into local ways.

After breakfast, your car transports you and drives you to the Fansipan cable car station. Here you receive tickets to climb to the legendary Fansipan peak at a height of 3,143 meters, including a complimentary shuttle guide for the ride.

Then go back to the hotel for check-out and deposit your luggage at the front desk. Have lunch and go shopping at Sapa’s central market for local brocade goods and specialties. In the afternoon, take the bus back to Hanoi, stopping on the way. End of tour at the car office, and on your own way back to the hotel.

After a hotel breakfast, the cruise shuttle bus will drive you to Halong Bay, the crowning glory of northern Vietnam. Stunning scenery of rice paddies and mountain landscapes on the Red River Delta is presented along the journey.

Board from the port onto the cruise and discover limestone karsts rising up out of emerald waters. You’ll visit a stunning grotto, swim inside a secret cave, and partake in mouth-watering onboard meals. Let’ enjoy a peaceful night on the cruise.

After breakfast, take time to relax and soak in the peaceful beauty of the bay. Around 11:30 am, enjoy a delicious brunch on board before heading back to Hanoi.

Later, relax at your own pace until it’s time to transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your flight. No guide is needed, just enjoy your final moments in Vietnam. Meals on your own.