Vietnam Family Vacation

When you arrive in Vietnam's dynamic capital of Hanoi, get your stay off to a great start with this private transfer from the airport to your hotel. Your tour guide helps you check in and briefs you about the following journey.

The rest of today is free to relax or explore at your leisure. We recommend a French dinner with Vietnamese touches at La Terrasse Du Metropole in Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, one of the best restaurants in Hanoi, for your first night in Vietnam.

This morning, your guide will lead you on a discovery journey around central Ba Dinh Square. Essential sights include the humble stilt house where Ho Chi Minh lived, the unique One Pillar Pagoda in a square-shaped lotus pond, and the centuries-old Temple of Literature dedicated to the Chinese philosopher Confucius.

Enjoy authentic Vietnamese food at lunch. Take a cyclo ride through the chaotic Old Quarter later on. The traditional way of life of the locals demonstrates why it is considered Hanoi's most iconic location. Finish the day at the water puppet theatre, enjoying an entertaining live performance depicting rural scenes in North Vietnam.

Drive to Halong Bay to embark on your cruise of Halong Bay. It will take approximately three hours to travel. Check into your cabin upon arrival; the rest of the day is yours to explore. 

There are numerous amazing activities available, such as kayaking and swimming. Don't miss the view of the islands bathed in golden light at sunset. It must be an enduring image that leaves a lasting impression.

Continue your cruise today until noon, when you will disembark. 

An early morning Tai Chi class will be held on the deck. This is a good option if you get up early and want to try something new. After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to explore a well-hidden cave. The remaining time on board is at your leisure. 

Drive back to Hanoi for a brief flight to Da Nang, where your local guide awaits to accompany you on a private transfer to your hotel in Hoi An.

Today is entirely yours to independently explore the ancient town, easily accessible on foot. You can spot the town's star attractions, such as the Japanese Bridge, or simply stroll through the narrow, lively alleys.

Seek the perfect souvenir to take home from Hoi An?  Consider an Ao Dai (traditional Vietnamese dress) tailored at one of the clothes shops, or try your hand at making a Vietnamese silk lantern.

Prime Steakhouse is a good place to eat dinner if you want to try some of the local cuisine. It is said to serve the best steak in Hoi An, if not all of Vietnam.

Kick-off with a morning visit to the Hoi An market, picking up fresh ingredients you'll need in the cooking class. Your guide will assist you in communicating with local vendors. Then, board a bamboo basket boat, cruise into the Nipa palm forest to go crab fishing, and learn about traditional fishing methods.

The cooking class will last around two hours in the Coconut Village. With the chef's assistance, learn to cook some typical Vietnamese dishes. Relish your own creations for lunch, and enjoy some leisure time in the village before retiring to your hotel.

Leave Hoi An behind as you fly southward to Saigon, now known as Ho Chi Minh City.

After you touch down, a private transfer will take you directly to the incredible Cu Chi Tunnels once used by Viet Cong soldiers as a hidden stronghold. Your guide will introduce you to the underground network of tunnels, traps, bunkers, and field hospitals. If you prefer, crawl a short tunnel section to explore authentic war relics.

As the tour concludes, drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and settle into your downtown hotel.

HCMC is often referred to as the "Paris of the Far East" due to the vibrant colors of southern Europe, which show a significant French influence. Take a guided city tour to see the historic colonial structures, such as the Opera House, City Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Central Post Office.

You will have the opportunity to experience a food tour on Vespa scooters in the evening. Discover authentic street food and experience the local nightlife from the back of a Vespa. If your children are too young to ride the Vespa, we can adjust this tour to meet your requirements.

In southern Vietnam, the rustic Mekong River Delta is a great family getaway because there are so many unique things to do.

After breakfast, depart on a 2-hour scenic drive to Ben Tre, known as the "Kingdom of Coconut." By taking the motorized boat and smaller rowing sampan, cruise along the delta's chocolate-colored waterway and narrow coconut palm-flanked backwaters. As you get ashore to explore riverine villages, visit a local farmer's house, have fun on a tuk-tuk ride, and witness the process of making the specialty "keo dua" (coconut sweets). At lunchtime, an authentic Vietnamese meal is served by a local family.

After the tour, transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City for the night.

Free time before your guide picks you up and drives you to the airport at the scheduled time. Say goodbye to Vietnam, and best wishes for a safe journey.