Begin with a visit to the fascinating Ethnology Museum. Browse the informative exhibitions to learn about Vietnam’s remarkably diverse ethnic groups and view the traditional costumes on display. Continue to the Temple of Literature. Wander around the incredible compound which was constructed in 1076. Hear stories of the buildings’ history, getting a glimpse into the past when it served as a university and temple.

The Hanoi adventure continues with a visit to West Lake to admire the sixth-century Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda. 

At the end of the day, take a walking tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, also known as the ‘36 streets’. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It's a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities all around you.

Head back to the hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight in Hanoi.

Today, take a half day to visit the capital and religious centre of the former Champa Kingdom, My Son. Here, 40km southwest of Hoi An in a lush green valley, are dozens of red brick towers and sanctuaries dating from between the 7^th and 13^th centuries. On the way back to Hoi An stop to visit Marble Mountain - a cluster of five hills made from limestone and marble in Da Nang. It's also a well-known pilgrimage site with peaks, caves, tunnels and temples all just waiting to be discovered. Named after the elements metal, wood, water, fire and earth, Marble Mountains exist in a coastal area that is renowned for stone-cutting and sculpture about 9km south of Da Nang.

Upon return to Hoi An, take a walking tour of the ancient town centre to visit former merchants’ houses, the 400 year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, a Chinese communal hall and the colorful market.   Hoi An is a destination with two faces – the charming, old-world trading port of narrow streets and traditional houses, and the beach with its new resorts and long stretch of clean white sand. In keeping with Hoi An’s heritage as a trading port, the town’s tiny shop houses now host a range of craft shops and artisans including some of Asia’s best bespoke tailors. Despite the passing of 200 years and the ravages of weather and war, the centre of Hoi An remains much the same as it was in its heyday.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight in Hoi An.

In the morning you will fly to Ho Chi Minh City and settle into the hotel.

After lunch, transfer to Cu Chi tunnels. Arrive and start the visit of the famous Cu Chi Tunnels which consist of an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters (Viet Cong) during both the French and American wars. Here you can imagine what it was like to be a guerrilla complete with Russian Carbine rifles and AK 47’s on display.

Return back to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the evening on your own.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Depart from the southern economic hub of Ho Chi Minh City to the area referred locally as ‘the rice bowl of Vietnam’.

On arrival in Ben Tre Province head towards Tien Giang where you will board your local boat for a cruise among the aptly named Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle and Phoenix Islands. En-route visit a small factory producing handicrafts made of coconut and Turtle Island, where a stop will be made in a tropical orchard to taste some exotic fruit.

After the boat trip, take a motor cart along country roads to a famed garden for a honey tasting session. Continue on a smaller rowing boat for exploring the Xep Canal which is set amongst a forest of palm trees.

In the afternoon return to Ben Tre/My Tho for lunch and a visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City where you will arrive in the late afternoon.  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Discover Ho Chi Minh city with a half-day city tour of iconic colonial sights. Start with a visit to the Reunification Hall, one of the most recognizable icons of the city. Then wander your way through Ho Chi Minh’s colonial quarter where you can admire the colonial architecture of the stunning Opera house, Saigon Post Office, City Hall and more.

Free time until transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your onward departure.

Meals: Breakfast