Vietnam Unfiltered Holiday 17 Days 

On arrival at Noi Bai airport, you will be picked-up by driver, transfer to hotel.
You will spend the night in Hanoi.

After breakfast, at 08 :30AM your guide will take you to the Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the One-pillar pagoda. The museum and stilt house area are close on Monday. Your next visit will be Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam. You will visit it in 1 hour.
12:00: lunch at a local restaurant.
At 13:00: Continue visiting the centre of Hanoi, including Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ngoc Son temple, see Hanoi Opera House, St Joseph's Cathedral and the bustling Old Quarter, Heritage House, the Dong Xuan market, is a magnet for visitors – it’s noisy and hectic, but definitely a ‘must-see’ attraction. The Old Quarter is a maze of shopping streets and restaurants with a hotchpotch of architecture - traditional tube houses, religious buildings, artisans’ workshops and cottages, colonial houses and modern concrete edifices. You will also stop at the train street in the heart of Hanoi to experience café along the railway track.
16:30: Return to your hotel for your leisure time.  You will spend the night in Hanoi.

After breakfast, at 08:30 you’ll leave for Bai Tu Long Bay, which is every bit as beautiful as its famous neighbour, Halong Bay; or actually more stunning as many traveller’s feedbacks. There you’ll board a wooden junk that takes you through Bai Tu Long Bay area. You’ll then continue your cruise to the bay’s most deserted areas with opportunities to swim at quiet sandy beaches at Hon Co island [weather permits] or kayaking after visiting one of the least visited caves, Thien Canh Son. The route is designed to avoid the busy areas and includes a very quiet location for your overnight stay.

You’ll wake in the fresh air of the bay with a swim or you can relax on the sundeck.
After breakfast, you’ll continue your cruise to visit Vung Vieng fishing village where you’ll have an opportunity to explore the village and the hidden lagoon in a rustic rowing boat. You will check out of the cabin and cruise towards the harbor while an A la carte lunch is served.
You’ll arrive back the dock around noon whereupon you’ll be picked up to return to Hanoi. You will stop at Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province to enjoy a water puppet show performed by local artists (inclusive).
After that you will be driven to Hanoi.
16:30: You will be arriving at your hotel in the late afternoon. Your own leisure time. You can leave your luggage at your hotel while you travel to Sapa.

21:00: You will be picked up to be transferred to the Railway station to take the overnight train SP3 to Sapa departing at 22:00. Driver will drop you at the ticket counter of the train company. You will spend the night on the train.

06:00AM: Arriving at Lao Cai Railway station in the early morning. Meet your guide and driver and be driven to Sapa in 45 minutes. Breakfast at local restaurant in Sapa.

Pick up at 09:00, you will be driven through the breathtaking scenery of Sapa valley to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai. You descend Cau May by Muong Hoa river while admire the rice terraces hidden behind mist of the morning, a truly awe-inspiring sight. Follow a small track and cross Muong Hoa River and pass well-tended rice terraces on your way to Giáy village of Ta Van.

You have lunch at La Dao Spa and Restaurant in Ta Van village, with a great view to the rice terrace. You also can spend time to have a herbal bath or massage here (your own payment).
Then we continue to amazing rice terrace field and stop in the house of Zay people.
In the evening you have a dinner and drink some rice wine as well as discover their cultures with friendly family. You will spend the night at the homestay.
Approx: Grade 3 of 5/ 1 hour driving/ 2 hours walking about 4 km

After the breakfast at the sunrise, you will start by a nice trek through a bamboo forest before reaching the waterfall and Giang Ta Chai village where we will meet the coulorful tribe, the red Dzaos, well known of the fantastic embroidery. You will enjoy the delicious picnic lunch in a local house.
Keep hiking to the main road where you will meet your car to drive you back to Sapa.
Note: Your guide will be flexible to choose the walking distance for your style.
Approx: Grade 3 of 5/ 45 minutes driving/4 hours walking about 8km
Having nice shower in a day-use room, then free time for your leisure and discovery of the town before descending to Laocai.
Dinner (your own charge).
At 20:00: Get on your train SP4 which departs at 21:30 to Hanoi. Overnight on the train to Hanoi.

Early morning, at 05:25AM you will arrive at Hanoi station, met your guide.
You’ll begin your scenic journey to Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Breakfast at local place on the way.
Along the way, stop in Mai Chau for a visit of Mai Chau village. Then you will continue to drive to Pu Luong
Around noon, you will arrive in Pu Luong, a tranquil retreat nestled among limestone mountains and terraced rice fields.

In the afternoon, you will visit Kho Muong village, lies the remote village of Kho Muong. Tucked away in a wild valley within the heart of Pu Luong Nature Reserve, this village is ensconced by lush, green primeval jungles and is home to 60 households inhabited by approximately three hundred members of the Black Thai hill tribe. You will have about 2 hours walking in this village.

17:00: You will check in to your lodge. Resting time.
As evening falls, enjoy a warm and authentic dinner in Pu Luong, prepared with fresh ingredients from the region.
Overnight in Pu Luong.

08:30 AM: After breakfast and check-out, your tour guide will meet you to take you for a walk to explore the lush landscapes and visiting ethnic villages of the Thai and Muong communities and rice terraces around your place. You will wander through golden rice paddies, meet local families, and soak in the peaceful rhythm of rural life — a perfect opportunity to experience local life and capture stunning photos.

At 11:30: Lunch and then depart for Ninh Binh in 3.5 hour driving, known for its dramatic karst landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Quick lunch on the way or have lunch in Ninh Binh.
16:00: Arrive in Ninh Binh. Visit to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital (temples of Kings Dinh and Le).

17:00: Check in your hotel in Ninh Binh and leisure time.

08:30 AM: After breakfast, you will have a scenic visit to Tràng An Landscape Complex in 2 -2.5 hours, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its majestic limestone mountains, winding rivers, and ancient temples. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride through caves and lush valleys, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of Ninh Bình.

Lunch at a local restaurant in Ninh Binh, featuring regional specialties such as mountain goat, crispy rice, and other traditional dishes of the ancient capital.

At 14:00, transfer to Mua Cave. You can also rent a bicycle to explore the villages of Ninh Binh and experience local life. Upon arrival at Mua Cave, you'll begin the ascent of nearly 500 stone steps to reach the top. Breathe in the fresh air and admire the panoramic view of the magnificent Tam Coc.

17:00: You will then be transferred to Ninh Binh Railway Station. Take the evening train SE3 at 21:35 from Ninh Binh to Hue. Overnight on train.

At 07:59, you’ll arrive at Hue railway station, where you’ll be greeted by your local tour guide and driver.
Purchase local breakfast around the station.

9.00: Starting the boat ride to Thuy Bieu Village. Our first stop on boat will be Thien Mu Pagoda, the city’s oldest temple and iconic symbol. You will understand this sacred pagoda Fengshui, its architecture, and the function of each monument. After that we continue heading to Thuy Bieu village.

Upon arrival at Thuy Bieu village, you will be greeted by breathtaking scenery of rivers and verdant rice fields, our supporter team will wait for you at Thuy Bieu dock with the bicycle. Start exploring the village by bicycle and try Thanh Tra, a fruit favored by royalty. This fruit lingers with everyone because of its fragrant, sweet taste and it is processed into many delicious and attractive dishes and cycling along the village to see the ancient buildings.

You will stop to visit craft villages making incense (not open in rainy days). The village’s incense is free from chemical additives and is made solely from eco-friendly and natural ingredients, giving it a pleasant and distinctive fragrance.
Then, cycle to an ancient garden house over 100 years old, enjoy a cup of hot tea, and chat with local people to understand more about the lifestyle and culture of the people here.

You will learn to cook two local dishes and Hue specialty candy under the guidance of the house owner. Then you can do it by yourself and enjoy what you made.
At noon, have lunch in the garden house, with fresh ingredients made by skillful local women.

12.30 Bid farewell to the host and drive back to city center.
In the afternoon, your guide will take you on a tour of Hue’s ancient citadel, once the seat of the Emperors of the powerful Nguyen Dynasty that ruled Vietnam from approximately 1800 to 1945. You’ll begin with a stroll around the area between the Citadel’s massive walls and the defensive moat, now filled with lotus flowers. You’ll then enter via the Noon Gate to wander around the Thai Hoa Palace, the Pavilion housing the Nine Urns of the Nguyen rulers, and the remains of the Royal Palaces. Then, your guide will take you round the Museum of Antiquities.
You will spend the night in Hue.

In the morning, visit the bustling Dong Ba market.
At 10:30 AM, your car will drive you to Danang in 2,5 hour. On the way, you'll cross the Hai Van mountain pass. The views from the top are excellent – you should be able to see Lang Co beach and village, and the lagoon far below, with Danang spread out before you to the south.
Local lunch en route or on arrival with local foods.

Around 1.30PM, you start your visit to the Marble Mountain, or we can call them Thuy Mountain built by Emperor Minh Mang for his younger sister. What’s special on this mountain is the ancient pagoda system on top and inside the caves. Visiting Am Phu cave, a significant part of the Marble Mountains complex, offering a unique experience with Buddhist philosophy and impressive natural formations. Visit Marble Mountain, you also have a chance to see the statues made by hand of artists in the village.
In the late afternoon around 4PM, you will be driven to your hotel in Hoi An and check in.

After breakfast at the hotel, at 08:00 you will be driven to visit Cam Thanh village for a basket boat ride through the tranquil waterways of Cam Thanh Coconut Forest.

Followed by a visit to Tra Que Vegetable Village, known for its organic farming methods and fresh herbs. Guests enjoy a delicious lunch prepared with locally grown ingredients, offering a true taste of Hoi An’s countryside cuisine.

After lunch, you will return to Hoi An for a guided visit to the Ancient Town of Hoi An and spend the night in Hoi An.
• Japanese Pagoda Bridge
• Chinese Street
• Old Phuong Hung houses
• Market
• Ancient Port

Leisure time for relaxing or stroll around, visiting Cua Dai beach and shopping in Hoi An.
At 11:30, you will be picked up and driven by your driver to the airport for the afternoon flight VN7135 at 13:55 to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival, meet your driver and be driven to check in your hotel.

At 8:00AM: Check out. Your guide will pick up at your hotel to start the trip to Cu Chi Tunnels will take you an approximately one and a half-hour drive. Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining areas and tunnel system which include special living areas with kitchens and bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for the security purpose during the war. Afterwards, special tea and cassava (guerrillas’ food during the war) will be served. Break time.
12:00: Have lunch at the local restaurant.
13:30: Continue to be transferred to Can Tho.
17:15: Arriving in Can Tho, check in your hotel.
Be at your leisure.

Start your day early with a 5:30 AM departure from the hotel for a boat cruise to Cái Răng Floating Market, the most iconic market in the Mekong Delta. Here, you’ll observe the wholesale trade of fruits and agricultural products, as locals buy and sell directly from their boats - a vivid reflection of the region’s river-based economy. It’s a fascinating opportunity to learn about the local distribution systems that keep Mekong produce flowing from farms to markets.

After exploring the market, continue to a local house to see how rice noodles - a staple of Vietnamese cuisine — are made using traditional methods. If water levels permit, the boat will cruise deeper into the canals, passing fruit orchards and local houses, offering a look at life in the delta.

08:00: Return to the hotel for breakfast and some time to relax.
09:30: Transfer to walk the timeless halls of the Binh Thuy Ancient House, reflect at a quiet pagoda.
11:00: Get on the boat to ride to Con Son islet, and savor a home-cooked lunch with local families on Con Son Islet an eco-island where authentic life unfolds in harmony with nature.

After lunch, you will have a visit local families in Con Son Islet, a picturesque island in the Hau River that is home to fruit orchards, fish ponds, and warm-hearted local families. Participate in traditional cake-making, enjoy a home-cooked lunch, and even try a “fish massage” in a natural pond. This is community-based tourism at its best peaceful, personal, and full of genuine smiles.
Return to your hotel in the late afternoon and spend the night in Can Tho.

After breakfast, at 07:30 your driver will transfer you back to Ho Chi Minh City.
10:30: Upon arrival, visit the peaceful and sacred Jade Emperor Pagoda, known for its intricate carvings and Chinese-influenced architecture, offering a moment of tranquility and spiritual reflection.

From there, come to see from outside two of the city’s most celebrated colonial-era landmarks: the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Saigon and the Central Post Office, both showcasing exquisite French architecture and timeless charm. Continue to the Saigon Opera House, an elegant structure built in 1897 that reflects the grandeur of the colonial period.
Local snack/quick lunch on the way.

13:30 – 16:00: Continue your cultural journey with a visit to the Museum of War Remnants provides a very partial, but riveting, perspective of the ‘American War’: not for the squeamish!
16:00 – 17:00: Head to the bustling Ben Thanh Market, a lively hub of local culture where you can shop for souvenirs, browse handmade crafts, and sample iconic Saigon street food.
17:30: Return to your hotel to check in. You’ll spend the night in Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast and leisure time, your driver will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Tan Son Nhat airport for your departure international flight.