Spirit of Vietnam

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Spirit of Vietnam

12 Days Starting in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam

Visiting: Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong River Delta, Hue, Imperial Citadel, Hue, Royal Tomb of Minh Mang, Hue, Perfume River, Hue, An Dinh Palace, Hue, Hai Van Pass, Hoi An, Thanh Dong Village, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Tien Ong Cave, Cua Van, Temple of Literature

Tour operator:

Luxury Gold

Tour code:

A602ZM20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

10 - 18

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

Please advise request

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion, Cycling, Walking

From: $6050 $5763 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$287

NB: Prices correct on 26-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Spirit of Vietnam" luxury tour, a captivating journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. Discover Vietnam's rich history and vibrant culture through curated experiences, including a visit to the Cu Chi tunnels with a Viet Cong veteran and a cruise along the Mekong Delta. Explore the ancient streets of Hoi An, the Imperial Citadel in Hue, and the stunning landscapes of Ha Long Bay. Delight in exceptional dining experiences, from rooftop dinners in Saigon to street food tours in Hanoi. Enjoy personalized activities, such as a cyclo trip to An Dinh Palace or a cooking class in a traditional bamboo-basket boat. With luxurious accommodations and seamless personal assistance, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Vietnam's spirit and charm.

Highlights

Ho Chi Minh City: Explore the War Remnants Museum and learn about Vietnam's troubled past.
Ho Chi Minh City: Discover traditional Vietnamese medicine and ancient remedies.
Hue: Take a boat ride to the private museum of Tran Dinh Son and view rare antiquities.
Hue: Experience a cyclo trip to An Dinh Palace and explore Dong Ba Market.
Mekong River Delta: Cruise the Mekong River and visit a former soldier's home.

Hoi An: Glide in a bamboo-basket boat to Thanh Dong village and participate in a cooking class.
Hanoi: Join a local foodie to explore the street food culture of the Old Quarter.
Ha Long Bay: Cruise on a luxury junk boat and visit the Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Dynamic Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Caravelle, Ho Chi Minh.

Meals Included: Dinner

Your luxury tour begins by private transfer to the five-star hotel in the heart of the city. Dine tonight in one of Saigon’s rooftop restaurants.

Day 2: Marvels of Saigon

Location: Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Travel to the Cu Chi tunnels to meet a Viet Cong veteran. After lunch, head to a charming coffee shop and learn the art of brewing Vietnamese coffee. Visit the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine or the War Remnants Museum.

Day 3: Cruise the Mekong Delta

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong River Delta

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Caravelle, Ho Chi Minh.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Discover the Mekong Delta aboard a private charter. See coconut production and take a ride on a tri-motorcycle. At Mango Home, feast on Mekong Delta specialties before visiting the home of a former soldier.

Day 4: Royal Refinement in Hue Relaxed Start

Location: Hue

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Pilgrimage Village, Hue.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cycle through green rice ﬁelds to the traditional garden houses of Phu Mong village. Dine at Ben Xuan Garden House Theatre, serenaded by local musicians.

Day 5: Highlights of Hue

Location: Imperial Citadel, Hue, Royal Tomb of Minh Mang, Hue, Perfume River, Hue, An Dinh Palace, Hue

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Pilgrimage Village, Hue.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy a morning visit to the Imperial Citadel and the royal tomb of Minh Mang. Escape the bustling city to a tranquil spot by the Perfume River to savour a local lunch. Take a cyclo ride to An Dinh Palace or visit a collector of rare antiquities at his private museum.

Day 6: Romantic Hoi An

Location: Hai Van Pass, Hoi An

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Anantara Hoi An Resort, Hoi An.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Explore Hoi An through the eyes of a local. Enter former merchants’ homes, stroll lanes of traditional houses and cross the Japanese Covered Bridge. Dinner is your choice of traditional cuisine, modern Vietnamese or East-meets-West fusion.

Day 7: The Locals in Hoi An Relaxed Start

Location: Hoi An, Thanh Dong Village

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Anantara Hoi An Resort, Hoi An.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Glide to the Thanh Dong village in a traditional bamboo-basket boat learning from the villagers and a professional chef how to make Vietnamese food.

Day 8: Hanoi Street Food Tasting Tour

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Resort, Hotel, Resort

Accommodation Name: Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast

Check in to your boutique hotel before joining a local gourmand for exploration of Hanoi's colourful street food culture.

Day 9: Cruise Along Ha Long Bay

Location: Ha Long Bay, Tien Ong Cave, Cua Van

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Paradise Cruise, Ha Long Bay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Discover Ha Long Bay’s emerald waters on your private, luxury junk boat and visit the Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van. Learn from the masters with a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration or relax on deck as the sun sets.

Day 10: Ha Long to Hanoi Relaxed Start

Location: Ha Long Bay, Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast

Greet the day with Tai Chi or an early morning swim before lingering over brunch as you cruise past the limestone formations en route to Hanoi.

Day 11: The Temple of Literature Relaxed Start

Location: Hanoi, Temple of Literature

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tour the Temple of Literature and view the Well of Clarity with a local scholar. Toast your travels over dinner.

Day 12: Farewell Vietnam

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi luxury tour comes to an end with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

What's Included

Choice Highlights

Choose between two carefully selected activities in Ho Chi Minh City and Hue.
Exceptional Dining

Experience dining at various locations including a rooftop restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, Mango Home in the Mekong River Delta, and a private concert meal in Hue.
Curated Experiences

Meet Mr. Sau Tuong in the Mekong River Delta and cycle through rice fields in Hue.
Passport Moments

Visit the Cu Chi tunnels with a Viet Cong veteran and explore the Ancient Old Town of Hoi An.
Magnificent Stays

Stay at luxurious accommodations such as the Anantara Hoi An Resort.
Personalise your day

Explore the War Remnants Museum or delve into traditional Vietnamese medicine in Ho Chi Minh City.
Transfers

Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates.
Local Expert Guides

In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
Hotel Services

Hotel taxes, porterage, and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
Wi-Fi

Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi and, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses

Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
Optional Activities

Optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.

Dining Summary

5 Dinner (D)

11 Breakfast (B)

5 Lunch (L)

Additional Included Highlights

Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.

In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. ?

Included at all hotels.

Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.?

Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.

On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.

Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.

Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.

Curated Experiences

Mekong River Delta: Meet Mr. Sau Tuong, a former soldier, at his home and see how he and his wife make a living making rice paper. This quiet existence is in stark contrast to the four years he spent fighting the Khmer Rouge, who terrorised Cambodia in the 1970s.

Hue: Cycle through rice fields to Thanh Toan village, admiring the green countryside as you pedal by. Visit the lively local market, bargain along with the locals and see traditional houses. Soak up the agricultural way of life, a suitable contrast to the city.

Hue: Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Imperial Citadel. Hear more about Emperor Gia Long, the first ruler of the Nguyen Dynasty, who made this the centre of a unified Vietnam.

Magnificent Stays

Hoi An: The luxurious Anantara Hoi An Resort is moments away from the city's charming historic centre. Take in the tranquil atmosphere, treat yourself to a massage at the spa, or cool down in the pool.

Passport Moments

Ho Chi Minh City: Join a Viet Cong veteran to visit the underground C? Chi tunnels and learn more about this complex network originally built in 1948. See where many thousands of troops trained and lived under difficult conditions during the Vietnam War.

Ho Chi Minh City: Experience the vibrancy of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, as you visit its most iconic attractions, including the Central Post Office, designed by Alfred Foulhox.

Mekong River Delta: Board a private vessel for your Mekong River Cruise, taking you down the most important waterway in Southeast Asia. Gain a fascinating insight into coconut processing, one of the major industries for people who live along the river.

Mekong River Delta: Enjoy a ride on a tri-motorcycle through the tropical scenery of the Mekong delta, passing limestone mountains and rows of neat rice paddies. Arrive at a rustic rice noodle factory to see how the favoured breakfast meal of Vietnam is produced.

Hoi An: Explore the Ancient Old Town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and see well-preserved buildings that date back several centuries. See the 18th-century Japanese covered bridge with its elaborate carvings and spot many coloured lanterns along the way.

Hanoi: Take a spin on a nifty electric cart for a fun way to get around Hanoi. See the main sights of the city, including the beautiful French neoclassical Opera House, the centre for cultural and historical events in Vietnam.

Halong Bay: Board a luxury junk boat for a special cruise around the magnificent Ha Long Bay, famous for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone islands dotted with rainforests. Explore mysterious caves and marvel at a memorable sunset over this scene.

Halong Bay: Visit the spectacular Tien Ong cave with its immense stalactites and stalagmites, resembling various forms, including one called “the fairy godfather.” Sail to Cua Van floating village, amid the towering rocks, where fishermen have lived for hundreds of years.

Hanoi: Meet a renowned local scholar during a special visit to the famous Temple of Literature, built in 1070 to honour the great philosopher, Confucius. Learn more about the culture of Hanoi and Vietnamese architecture before touring the picturesque grounds and seeing the Well of Clarity.

Personalise your day

Ho Chi Minh City: Continue with your exploration about the troubled past of the country at the War Remnants Museum.

Ho Chi Minh City: Delve into the rich history and practices of traditional Vietnamese medicine. Explore a vast collection of artefacts and ancient remedies that highlight Vietnam's traditional healing methods.

Hue: Take a boat ride to the private museum of Tran Dihn Son, whose great-grandfather was a high ranking mandarin during the Nguyen Dynasty and see the vast collection of rare antiquities collected by him and his ancestors.

Hue: Take a cyclo trip to An Dinh Palace, the private residence of Khai Dinh, Vietnam’s last emperor who ruled until 1955. Learn about the life of a Royal before heading back via Dong Ba Market to catch a glimpse of everyday life in modern Hue.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private transfers throughout the tour, including a private charter on the Mekong Delta and a luxury junk boat cruise on Ha Long Bay. Enjoy seamless transportation between destinations, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free journey.

Accommodation

Experience luxury at its finest with stays at the five-star Hotel Caravelle in Ho Chi Minh City, the serene Pilgrimage Village in Hue, the tranquil Anantara Hoi An Resort, and the elegant Movenpick Hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy a unique overnight cruise on the Paradise Cruise in Ha Long Bay.

Check out our Q&As

What unique experiences are included in the Spirit of Vietnam tour?

The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as meeting a Viet Cong veteran at the Cu Chi tunnels, exploring the Mekong Delta on a private charter, and visiting the home of a former soldier. Guests can also enjoy a private concert at the home of Camille Huyen in Hue, and participate in a hands-on cooking class in Hoi An. Additionally, there is a cruise on a luxury junk boat in Ha Long Bay with a visit to the Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van floating village.
What dining experiences can I expect on this tour?

The tour offers exceptional dining experiences including a welcome dinner at a rooftop restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, lunch at Mango Home in the Mekong Delta, and a private meal with a concert at Camille Huyen's home in Hue. In Hoi An, guests can choose from a selection of hand-picked restaurants, and in Hanoi, there is a street food tour with a local foodie.
Are there any opportunities to learn about local culture and history during the tour?

Yes, the tour provides several opportunities to learn about local culture and history. Guests can visit the War Remnants Museum or the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine in Ho Chi Minh City, explore the Imperial Citadel and the royal tomb of Minh Mang in Hue, and tour the Temple of Literature in Hanoi with a local scholar. Additionally, there are visits to traditional garden houses and a local market in Hue.
What activities are available in Hoi An?

In Hoi An, guests can explore the Ancient Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and see the Japanese Covered Bridge. There is also an opportunity to glide to Thanh Dong village in a traditional bamboo-basket boat and participate in a cooking class with a local chef. Dinner options include a choice of traditional, modern Vietnamese, or East-meets-West fusion cuisine.
What can I expect during the Ha Long Bay cruise?

During the Ha Long Bay cruise, guests will sail on a private luxury junk boat, explore the Tien Ong Cave, and visit the Cua Van floating village. There is also a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration on board, and guests can relax on deck as the sun sets. The cruise offers stunning views of the emerald waters and limestone formations.

Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?

We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?

A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
Who travels with Luxury Gold?

We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
What is the role of the Well-Being Director?

Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.

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