13-day tour with intoxicating towns in Vietnam and Laos

Core highlights of the journey:

① Explore the representative areas of Vietnam and Laos in depth, and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of small towns.

② Enjoy VIP pick-up and quick customs clearance courtesy, and stay in top hotels around the world.

③ Take a motorcycle at night, and be led by a guide to visit the authentic night market and enjoy street food.

④ Visit the ancient town of Hoi An and the imperial city of Hue, and learn to cook Vietnamese specialties with local chefs.

⑤ Experience in Halong Bay 2 days 1 night Visit hidden islands and beaches on a luxury cruise.

⑥ Take a tricycle through the old city of Hanoi, visit art galleries on foot, and feel the blending of tradition and modernity.

⑦ Stay in Luang Prabang for 3 nights in a row, and experience the nostalgic customs of this Buddhist mountain city and French Indochina.

⑧ Only top guides and motorcades are selected throughout the process; They are professional and friendly, have unique insights into local culture, and their service standards far exceed industry standards.

Itinerary overview

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City

Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, pick up and drop off to the hotel by special car.

Dining: Please take care of yourself

Accommodation: Park Hyatt Saigon

Day 2 In-depth exploration of Ho Chi Minh City

In the morning, visit the city’s historic buildings, including Our Lady Church, which was built in the 19 th century, the Central Post Office, and the former president’s residence of South Vietnam in 1975. At noon, go to a small restaurant often visited by locals for dinner. In the afternoon, visit art galleries and independent art galleries led by local artists.

In the evening, ride a motorcycle under the guidance of a guide and start a night market food tour. Visit authentic Saigon night markets and Vietnamese coffee shops to taste popular local snail cuisine and traditional Banh Xeo (Vietnamese pancakes). You don’t need to drive, just sit in the back seat.

Dining: Breakfast, lunch, dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Park Hyatt Saigon

Day 3 Fly to Da Nang to Hoi An

Fly to Da Nang and visit the Cham Sculpture Museum, which houses Cham art sculpture treasures from the 4 th to 14 th centuries AD. The Cham nationality is an ancient nation that has lived in Vietnam for generations. It established the Cham Kingdom in the 2 nd century AD. After conflicts with many dynasties, it was finally annexed by the Nguyen Dynasty in 1832.

Then take about an hour to Hoi An, one of the busiest ports in Asia in the 18 th century. Enjoy some leisurely time with a stay at the Oceanfront Resort.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Hoi An

Day 4 Hoi An Ancient Town and Cooking Experience

In the morning, visit Hoi An, an important trading town that rose in the 15 th century. There are Japanese, Chinese and European buildings in the ancient city. The guide will take you between ancient temples, residential houses, art studios and fish markets to feel the nostalgic charm. in the end Learn to cook authentic Vietnamese cuisine with a local chef.

Return to the hotel after lunch and enjoy a leisurely seaside getaway.

Dining: Breakfast, lunch at the hotel

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Hoi An

Day 5: Travel to Hue, half-day tour of the Imperial City

It takes about 2.5 hours by car to Hue, the imperial city of the Nguyen Dynasty of Vietnam from 1802 to 1945. Visit Lingmu Temple, a famous temple with a history of 400 years. Then take a boat cruise on the Xiangjiang River to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Azerai La Residence

Day 6 Visit the Imperial Mausoleum in Hue and fly to Hanoi

In the morning, visit the royal tombs of Nguyen Dynasty (16 th to 18 th century) in Hue City, which is the largest and best-preserved ancient building complex in Vietnam, covering the tombs of six emperors. afternoon Fly to Hanoi, the capital.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Sofitel Hanoi Legend Metropolis

Day 7 Go to Halong Bay and start the river ferry tour

Approximately 3 hours drive to Halong Bay, a World Natural Heritage Site, board the ship at the pier and enjoy a welcome seafood lunch. In the afternoon, first visit the pearl farm to learn about the cultivation and collection process of freshwater pearls. Then head to a hidden beach for a swim. If you are physically energetic, you can hike to the nearby peak overlooking the magnificent karst landscape of Halong Bay.

Dining: Breakfast, lunch, dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Select Luxury River Wheels

Day 8 Halong Bay cruise, return to Hanoi

Sip Vietnamese coffee while enjoying the sunrise at sea on the deck in the early morning. Continue cruising through the karst peak forest, looking out at the fishing boats on the sparkling water in the distance. Return to the pier at noon and take about 3 hours by car back to Hanoi.

night Led by a professional food guide, we went deep into the night market to look for authentic delicious food, including the food stalls visited by US President Barack Obama, and tasted special snacks such as barbecue powder and crab spring rolls.

Dining: Breakfast, dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Sofitel Hanoi Legend Metropolis

Day 9 Hanoi Old Town and Art Exploration

Explore the ancient city of Hanoi with a thousand-year-old history by riding a human-powered tricycle and walking, and shuttle between streets and markets (please note that the museum is closed on Mondays/Fridays); Visit the Temple of Literature, built in the 11 th century, and feel the long historical context of Vietnam. Dine at noon at a local specialty restaurant. In the afternoon, according to your interests, you can choose to visit independent art galleries or buy special souvenirs at the market.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Sofitel Hanoi Legend Metropolis

Day 10 Fly to Luang Prabang, Laos

Fly to Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of northern Laos, which used to be The capital of Lancang Kingdom in the 14 th century 。 Upon arrival, pick up to the hotel, which is located beside the waterfall stream and can listen to the birds in the rainforest.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Rosewood Luang Prabang

Day 11 Luang Prabang Buddhist Country Morning Rhyme and Ancient City Tour

Set out before sunrise and join local Buddhist believers Participate in an early morning alms ceremony that has lasted for 2,500 years. This is a unique cultural scene in Laos. Hundreds of monks lined up into the streets to receive the support of believers, and the whole city woke up. Then return to the hotel for breakfast.

After breakfast, visit Luang Prabang, the most beautiful ancient city in Laos, visit the National Museum converted from the former royal palace (closed on Tuesdays), and Xiangman Temple, which treasures many Buddhist artworks in the 16 th century. Before sunset, climb the 328 steps of Mount Puxi to worship the holy mountain and overlook the panoramic view of the ancient city.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Rosewood Luang Prabang

Day 12 Mekong River Exploration and Traditional Handicraft Experience

In the morning, take a boat upstream along the Mekong River and Nankan River to the famous Thousand Buddhas Cave, where various Buddha statues left by pilgrims of past dynasties are enshrined. On the way, you will also visit traditional fishing villages.

In the afternoon, take a bus to the traditional village, where the residents still maintain the skills of ancient pulp papermaking and hand-weaving. You will learn about these traditional processes and try weaving and dyeing with your own hands.

Dining: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation: Rosewood Luang Prabang