About This Trip
For families traveling with kids, this 11-day Vietnam tour is a wonderful choice. With professional guides and drivers, thoughtful care, and relaxed pace, kids are drawn into Vietnam's culture through hands-on activities and fun discoveries, while parents gain insights behind every moment. From an interactive museum and traditional show in Hanoi to a scenic overnight cruise in Halong Bay, lantern making in Hoi An, carefree beach time in Phu Quoc, every day strikes a balance between learning, play, and shared family moments.
Itinerary Summary
| DAY | PLACE | HIGHLIGHTS |
| 1 - 2 | Hanoi | Rickshaw Ride through the Old Quarter, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, Water Puppet Show |
| 3 - 4 | Halong Bay Cruise | Cave Exploration, Cooking Demonstration, Squid Fishing |
| 5 - 6 | Hoi An | Hands-on Lantern Making, Bamboo Basket Boat Ride, Family Cooking Class |
| 7 - 10 | Phu Quoc Island | VinWonders Phu Quoc, Beach Relaxation |
| 11 | Ho Chi Minh City | Departure |
Itinerary
Welcome to Vietnam! Your guide will be waiting at the airport with a sign showing your name, ready to take you to your hotel. Along the way, you will see Hanoi's bustling streets filled with motorbikes, colorful street vendors, and lively energy everywhere.
After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to relax. If the kids are still energetic, take a short walk nearby, grab some juice or snacks, and ease into your new surroundings. No rush to do anything today. Just rest up and get ready for the fun ahead.
- Hanoi
Today is all about experiencing Hanoi like a local. Start with the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, where kids can climb into stilt houses and explore traditional boat houses, while parents get to know the culture and daily life of Vietnam's diverse ethnic groups.
Later, hop on rickshaws for a breezy ride through the Old Quarter, weaving past narrow lanes filled with motorbikes, shops and street vendors will be fun for everyone. Continue with a relaxing walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, watching locals practicing tai chi or spotting turtles gliding through the water.
End the day with a Water Puppet Show, where you'll watch wooden puppets dance across the water while musicians play traditional music. It's quirky, charming, and totally Vietnamese in a way that delights the whole family.
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- Hanoi
Accompanied by your private guide and driver, take a scenic 2.5 - 3 hours journey to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As the local legend tells, a dragon descended from the mountains and swept its tail across the land, creating thousands of limestone islands that rise majestically from emerald waters.
Board your cruise and enjoy lunch while limestone karsts drift past. In the afternoon, explore a magnificent cave with impressive rock formations, then visit a scenic island for swimming, relaxing on the beach, or climbing to the summit for panoramic views.
Back aboard, join the sunset party on deck. Before dinner, kids will love the interactive cooking class where the chef teaches how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes. After dinner, you can try squid fishing under the stars - an adventure families love, or enjoy movie time and mini-games.
Tips: Pack a separate day bag with cruise essentials (swimwear, sunscreen, change of clothes) to avoid repacking from your main luggage.
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- Halong Bay
Early risers can join a gentle tai chi session on the sundeck while cruising through the misty bay. After a light breakfast, explore a scenic cave by kayaking for free or taking a traditional bamboo boat rowed by a local boatman at your own expense.
Return to the cruise and enjoy brunch as the boat heads back. After disembarking, your private driver and guide accompany you to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang, then transfer to your hotel in Hoi An.
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- Hoi An
After a leisurely breakfast, you'll explore the charming ancient town of Hoi An at a relaxed, kid-friendly pace. Visit the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, and kids will enjoy the fun finding out the stories behind the bridge and its mythical creatures. Explore a colorful Chinese temple with hanging incense coils, and then a traditional merchant's house to discover how families lived centuries ago.
Today's highlight for children is a hands-on lantern-making at a local craftsman's home in the Old Quarter, where they can create their own colorful lantern to take home as a special souvenir. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore, grab ice cream, shop for souvenirs, or rest at your hotel as needed.
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- Hoi An
Your day kicks off at the lively Hoi An Market, with your guide helping you chat with vendors and select fresh ingredients for your cooking class.
Next, hop into traditional bamboo basket boats for a fun ride through the nipa palm forest. You'll love these wobbly, round boats as you cruise along and try catching crabs like local fishermen. It's hands-on fun for all ages.
Around noon, gather at the peaceful Coconut Village for your family cooking class. Under the chef's guidance, you'll prepare authentic Vietnamese dishes together and enjoy the meal you've created as a team.
The tour wraps up around 2:30 PM with a return to your hotel. Spend your afternoon relaxing at the hotel or letting little ones recharge.
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- Hoi An
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Hoi An at your own pace before your transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Phu Quoc Island. Vietnam's largest island paradise awaits with pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere ideal for families.
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- Phu Quoc
Today, explore VinWonders Phu Quoc, Vietnam's premier family-friendly theme park offering endless entertainment for all ages. From entertaining shows to age-appropriate attractions, this expansive park provides a full day of family fun in a tropical island setting. It features multiple themed zones with attractions suitable for young children, including gentle rides, interactive experiences, and colorful fantasy worlds where little ones can meet beloved storybook characters.
Discover an impressive aquarium showcasing diverse marine life with engaging performances, and cool off at the water park with areas designed for younger swimmers. The park offers both indoor and outdoor attractions, ensuring fun regardless of weather conditions.
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- Phu Quoc
Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Relaxing on Phu Quoc's pristine beaches or simply unwinding at your resort.
If you're looking for a place to let the kids burn off some energy, VinPearl Safari is an excellent choice. As Vietnam's largest wildlife conservation park, this open-zoo experience offers families the chance to observe animals in natural habitats, watch safari shows, and explore beautiful botanical gardens.
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- Phu Quoc
Enjoy a relaxed morning before taking your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's dynamic southern metropolis. After landing, your private guide and driver will meet you and accompany you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free to settle in and explore the neighborhood at your leisure, or just rest after the journey.
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- Ho Chi Minh City
Following breakfast and hotel check-out, your private driver and guide will accompany you to the airport for your departure flight.
If you'd like to extend your stay and explore more of Ho Chi Minh City, we can arrange additional activities such as a half-day visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, where families can learn about Vietnam's wartime history through an underground network of tunnels, or a full-day Mekong Delta tour with a home-hosted lunch in Ben Tre to experience river life and local hospitality. Just let us know your interests and we'll customize your itinerary accordingly.
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Optional Activities
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Day Trip to Ninh Binh from HanoiDrive to Hoa Lu, Vietnam's ancient capital from 968-980 AD. Then it's on to Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest pagoda complex in Vietnam. Then hop on bikes to Trang An Grottoes. The following boat trip through the Grottoes features creating towering cliffs, long cave systems, and emerald-green pools.
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Explore Vietnam Water Puppetry with a Family Visit to a Local ArtistBorn in 1965 to renowned puppeteers, Phan Thanh Liem has spent decades promoting Vietnam's water puppetry worldwide. Today, Phan Thanh Liem invites you into his Hanoi home to share the centuries of water puppetry history and enjoy delicately handcrafted puppets and family archives. There is also a chance to discover how to control enchanting figures in a workshop and how carved puppets dance on rippling ponds.
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Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge TourEscape the bustle of Da Nang for the cool climes and emerald vistas of Ba Na Hills. Your journey begins with an ascent by cable car, soaring over peaks into the heavens. At the summit, a spectacle of wonder awaits. The Golden Bridge stuns in the clouds, a vision in gold suspended between colossal stone hands. Then enjoy a delicious lunch while soaking in the jaw-dropping views.
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