Your Vietnam tour begins in Ho Chi Minh City where you'll be introduced to the ancient traditions and the modern prosperity of this rapidly developing country. In addition to seeing the city's iconic sites and famed museums, you'll explore hidden laneways and dine with a family in their home.

A journey to the Mekong Delta is turned into an extraordinary experience as you board the elegant Song Xanh boat. This small boat will allow you to head deeper into the delta's canals and by spending the night on the single cabin vessel, you'll enjoy the evening and early morning tranquillity of the delta. Attentive on-board service and a fabulous candle-lit dinner highlight this section of your Vietnam package tour.

Moving north to the country's center, the next part of your Vietnam tour is filled with culture and history. Colorful tales of the trading port of Hoi An come to life as you walk along the cobbled streets and the lore and intrigue of the imperial dynasty are revelled with tours of Hue's ancient monuments. A visit to a rural vegetable-growing village and dinner in a historian's home further immerse you in the local culture.

Flying to Hanoi you'll be captivated by the capital with insider tours by local experts. Tantalize your taste buds with a street food tour led by a chef, uncover the legend behind Hanoi's iconic bridge with a professor and meet villagers in a craft town steeped in history.  We make sure you see the best of the capital from a unique vantage point on this Vietnam tour.

No Vietnam package tour would be complete without an overnight cruise on Halong Bay. You'll travel in style aboard the Emeraude, cruising among the limestone karsts of the bay, dining on gourmet cuisine and relaxing on the open-air deck. Returning to Hanoi, a farewell dinner in the heart of the Old Quarter is a memorable end to your Vietnam tour.

Ancient cultures, intriguing traditions, spectacular landscapes and friendly locals: our Vietnam Insight tour showcases the best of the country.

Vietnam Insight- Tour Map

Upon arrival to Ho Chi Minh City your guide will greet you and transfer by private car through the city to your hotel for check-in. The buzzing southern city, formerly known as Saigon, is a tantalizing mix of old and new. Unwind after the flight with a relaxing spa treatment followed by dinner at one of the city's best restaurants.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Today your Vietnamese experience begins with tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Spend today exploring and enjoying all the many sites this city has to offer from the back of a chauffeur driven vintage vespa! Start the day at Tao Dan Park with a local coffee and a chance to see the local bird lovers club who congregate here every morning.

Onto the flower market and China town before taking the ferry to District Two and observe the city from a different perspective. Continue to District One before heading to the famous Saigon landmarks, the post office and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. Following a leisurely lunch at one of the city's top spots, stroll through the oldest quarter of the city, dipping in to antique shops, art galleries and museums, before completing the afternoon with a well deserved ice -cream at Ho Chi Minh's best loved ice-cream parlour. 

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 

Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind as you travel through Vietnam's picturesque countryside with its rice paddies and rural villages. Upon arrival in the Mekong Delta board the private 'Song Xanh', modelled after a traditional sampan boat. Cruise through small canals and tributaries, enjoy lunch at a charming colonial house and spend the night moored amid the Delta.

Overnight aboard the Song Xanh Boat

Start this morning with a visit to the bustling floating market at Cai Rang before returning to land and driving back to Ho Chi Minh city. You'll fly to central Vietnam and continue by road to Hoi An, a charming town with a laid-back atmosphere.

Overnight in Hoi An

Spend the morning in a small farming village gardening, cooking with the locals and then sitting down to share your creations. Then, an afternoon walking tour introduces you to the colourful history and rich culture of this heritage town. After shopping and exploring, feast on a delicious dinner of Asian fusion cuisine in the town center.

Overnight in Hoi An

A scenic drive takes you along the coastline from Hoi An to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. En route you will stop at the Cham Museum in Danang which houses an impressive collection of Cham art and artefacts from the 5^th-15^th centuries. This evening you will have the unique experience of dining in a traditional 'garden house' with one of Hue's most famous architects.

Overnight in Hue

A full day tour of Hue's main sites introduces you to the intriguing past of the city. Learn about the lives of the emperors and the dynasty as you visit places such as the Citadel and royal Mausoleums. You'll step off the beaten path with a visit to Hue's local market and the arts museum.

Overnight in Hue

After a morning at leisure, fly north to the capital city of Hanoi. You'll take a walking tour of the city's iconic Long Bien Bridge learning about Hanoi's past and present from a different perspective. Continue your city tour with visits to West Lake and several landmark temples followed by dinner at one of Hanoi's best restaurants.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Hit the streets of Hanoi for a half day street food tour with a chef and Vietnamese culinary expert. You'll visit fresh produce markets, taste unusual delicacies, sip coffee alongside the locals and experience this integral part of the culture. After this culinary indulgence, visit Hanoi's Ethnology Museum and its fascinating exhibitions about the diverse hilltribes in Vietnam.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta to Halong Bay. Arriving midday, you'll cast off from the pier for an overnight cruise. Relax as the boat weaves around the bay amid towering limestone formations and spectacular scenery.  

Overnight on Halong Bay

Return to shore midday for the drive back to Hanoi. En route, there is an option to stop at But Thap, one of Vietnam's oldest pagodas. You'll reach Hanoi in the middle of the afternoon with time for shopping or sightseeing.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Today explore the villages around Hanoi where the country's rich culture and traditions come to life. Explore Duong Lam where old laterite houses line the laneways, have lunch in a 100-year old house and visit unusual temples dedicated to Buddhist deities and national heroes. A farewell dinner this evening is held in the home of a local chef who's grandmother cooked for the French elite in the 1930s.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Your private car and guide will be at your disposal to enjoy last minute shopping or sightseeing before transferring to Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport for onward flight.