15-Day Vietnam Highlights Private Tour | Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Halong Bay, Ninh Binh, Sapa & Hanoi
Experience the complete beauty of Vietnam on this 15-day private Vietnam tour, designed for travelers who want to discover the country’s most iconic destinations in one unforgettable journey. Explore vibrant cities, cruise through the lush Mekong Delta, wander the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, sail among the limestone islands of Halong Bay, admire the breathtaking landscapes of Ninh Binh, conquer Fansipan Mountain, and uncover the thousand-year history of Hanoi.
Combining culture, nature, local life, cuisine, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this itinerary offers the perfect introduction to Vietnam from south to north.
Day 1 – Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City
Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, our local representative will warmly welcome you before transferring you to your hotel in the city center.
After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace. Relax after your flight, visit a nearby café, or explore the lively streets of Vietnam’s largest city.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2 – Cu Chi Tunnels Historical Tour
After breakfast, travel to the world-famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary underground network stretching hundreds of kilometers beneath the countryside.
Explore hidden entrances, underground kitchens, hospitals, storage areas, and command centers while learning how Vietnamese soldiers survived and operated during wartime. This fascinating visit provides valuable insight into one of the country’s most significant chapters of history.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 3 – Mekong Delta Discovery | Cai Be & Vinh Long
Leave the bustling city behind as you journey into the fertile Mekong Delta.
Cruise along peaceful canals surrounded by coconut palms and fruit orchards before visiting traditional brick-making workshops and family pottery factories. Meet welcoming local residents, sample tropical fruits while enjoying Southern folk music, and stroll or cycle through charming villages where life moves at a slower pace.
In the evening, prepare a traditional Vietnamese dinner together with your host family and enjoy meaningful conversations about local customs and rural life.
Overnight: Vinh Long
Day 4 – Mekong River Cruise & Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Begin your morning aboard a traditional sampan boat, gliding through narrow waterways lined with coconut trees.
Visit local family businesses producing coconut candy, handmade rice paper, and regional specialties before enjoying the peaceful scenery that makes the Mekong Delta so unique.
After the excursion, return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 5 – Fly to Da Nang – Explore Hoi An Ancient Town
Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Da Nang, then continue to the charming UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An.
Walk through beautifully preserved streets lined with ancient merchant houses, colorful lanterns, temples, and riverside cafés.
Later, enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the Thu Bon River and visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village, where skilled artisans have crafted ceramics for centuries. End the day watching a spectacular sunset over this enchanting riverside town.
Overnight: Hoi An
Day 6 – Hoi An Market & Vietnamese Cooking Class
Experience the culinary heart of Central Vietnam with a visit to the bustling Hoi An Central Market, filled with colorful produce, fragrant herbs, fresh seafood, and local spices.
Continue to Cam Thanh Coconut Village, where you’ll enjoy an exciting ride in a traditional bamboo basket boat through peaceful waterways before participating in a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class.
Learn authentic recipes from local chefs and enjoy the delicious meal you’ve prepared yourself.
Spend your evening exploring Hoi An’s magical Ancient Town.
Overnight: Hoi An
Day 7 – Flight to Hanoi
Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Vietnam’s capital city.
After arriving in Hanoi, check into your hotel and enjoy free time discovering the charming Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, French colonial architecture, or local cafés.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 8 – Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
Travel through the Red River Delta to the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay.
Board your luxury cruise and sail through thousands of dramatic limestone islands rising from emerald-green waters.
Depending on your cruise itinerary, enjoy activities such as:
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Bamboo boat excursion
- Visiting limestone caves
- Vietnamese cooking demonstration
- Sunset party
- Squid fishing
- Tai Chi session
Overnight: Halong Bay Cruise
Day 9 – Halong Bay to Ninh Binh
Wake up to a peaceful sunrise over Halong Bay before continuing your cruise among secluded lagoons and towering limestone cliffs.
After brunch onboard, disembark and travel to Ninh Binh, often referred to as the “Halong Bay on Land.”
Enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by tranquil countryside and dramatic karst landscapes.
Overnight: Ninh Binh
Day 10 – Tam Coc & Bich Dong Countryside Experience
Discover the breathtaking natural beauty of Ninh Binh.
Board a traditional rowing boat through the spectacular waterways of Tam Coc, drifting beneath limestone caves and surrounded by lush rice fields.
Continue by bicycle along peaceful country lanes to Bich Dong Pagoda, an ancient temple complex built into the mountainside, where stunning scenery and spiritual tranquility come together.
Later, return to Hanoi.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 11 – Journey to Sapa & Cat Cat Village
Travel through the magnificent mountains of Northern Vietnam to the picturesque town of Sapa.
Visit Cat Cat Village, home to the Black H’Mong ethnic community, where you’ll explore waterfalls, traditional wooden houses, terraced rice fields, and handicraft workshops.
Learn about centuries-old weaving techniques, silver jewelry making, and mountain farming traditions.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 12 – Fansipan – The Roof of Indochina
Take one of the world’s most impressive cable car journeys to the summit of Fansipan Mountain, standing 3,143 meters above sea level.
Admire breathtaking panoramic views across mountain ranges, deep valleys, and cloud-covered peaks before reaching Vietnam’s highest point.
Return to Sapa town and enjoy free time exploring Sapa Lake, the historic Stone Church, local cafés, or mountain markets.
Overnight: Sapa
Day 13 – Return to Hanoi
Enjoy a relaxing morning surrounded by the cool mountain air before departing for Hanoi.
After arriving in the capital, spend the evening shopping, sampling local cuisine, or simply relaxing before your final sightseeing day.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 14 – Hanoi City Highlights Tour
Spend your final full day discovering the cultural treasures of Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital.
Visit the historic Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum, Presidential Palace grounds, and the traditional stilt house where Vietnam’s beloved leader once lived.
Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university and one of the country’s most important historical landmarks.
Later, enjoy a leisurely walk around the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake, the symbolic heart of Hanoi, before experiencing a traditional cyclo ride through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter. Observe daily life, colonial architecture, street vendors, and hidden corners while relaxing aboard this iconic three-wheeled bicycle taxi.
Overnight: Hanoi
Day 15 – Departure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
Your unforgettable Vietnam adventure comes to an end, leaving you with wonderful memories of spectacular landscapes, vibrant cities, delicious cuisine, rich history, and the warm hospitality of the Vietnamese people.
We look forward to welcoming you back on your next journey through Vietnam.
Tour Includes
- Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- Overnight luxury Halong Bay cruise
- Private airport transfers
- Private transportation throughout the tour
- Professional English-speaking local guides
- Domestic ground transportation
- Mekong Delta river cruises
- Traditional bamboo basket boat experience
- Vietnamese cooking class in Hoi An
- Tam Coc rowing boat excursion
- Bicycle ride in Ninh Binh countryside
- Traditional cyclo ride in Hanoi
- Entrance fees for all attractions listed
- Daily lunches according to the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during sightseeing
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Domestic airfare (quoted separately according to travel dates and airline availability)
- Vietnam visa (if required)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Dinners unless specified
- Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and drivers
Why Choose Vietnam Women Travel?
✓ Comprehensive 15-day itinerary covering Vietnam’s top destinations
✓ Private tour with flexible scheduling and personalized service
✓ Authentic local experiences beyond traditional sightseeing
✓ Expert English-speaking guides throughout the journey
✓ Carefully selected accommodations and trusted local partners
✓ Ideal for couples, families, friends, and small private groups
✓ A perfect blend of culture, history, adventure, cuisine, and natural beauty
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