Vietnam 9-Day Tour | Hanoi Ninh Binh Halong Bay Ho Chi Minh – Your Ultimate Journey Through Culture, Nature & Adventure

Tour Price

Hotel Descriptions : In the event that the listed hotels or cruise are fully booked, alternative four-star hotels (at the same rate), which are provided in the Destination Information section, will be arranged.
Per Person

Number of People

2 Pax
3-4 Pax
5-6 Pax
7-9 Pax
10-14 Pax
15-19 Pax

Twin Bed

1365
1220
1060
1050
995
960

Single Bed

1855
1715
1560
1550
1500
1465

Extra Bed

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1220
1060
1050
995
960

Child With Bed

1055
1055
830
830
830
830

Child Without Bed

745
745
595
595
595
595
Per Person

Number of People

2 Pax
3-4 Pax
5-6 Pax
7-9 Pax
10-14 Pax
15-19 Pax

Twin Bed

1625
1480
1320
1305
1245
1205

Single Bed

2280
2140
1985
1970
1915
1875

Extra Bed

--
1480
1320
1305
1245
1205

Child With Bed

1250
1250
1020
1020
1020
1020

Child Without Bed

875
875
720
720
720
720

Tour Services

Tour Inclusions

This 9-day Vietnam Tour Package includes 8 nights of accommodation with daily breakfast, three lunches, and one dinner (gratuities and extra beverages are not included and should be covered by the traveler). The package also provides airport transfers, all sightseeing transfers, a Vietnam invitation letter, internal flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, English-speaking guides during every tour, entrance fees, service charges, and taxes.

Travel Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

Upon arriving in Hanoi, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy free time to rest and recover from your journey.
Overnight in Hanoi.


Day 2: Hanoi City Tour

After breakfast, begin your exploration of Vietnam’s vibrant capital—one of the cultural highlights of our Vietnam travel packages.

Your day starts with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, dedicated to the founder of modern Vietnam, affectionately called “Uncle Ho” by the locals. Highlights include:

  • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum – his final resting place and a major national monument

  • The Presidential Palace Garden – a peaceful botanical area perfect for a short walk

  • Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House – a simple wooden home reflecting his modest lifestyle

Next, visit the One Pillar Pagoda (built in 1049), an iconic lotus-shaped Buddhist shrine and one of Hanoi’s most distinctive landmarks.

Continue to Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, set beautifully on a small island in West Lake. This serene location is deeply spiritual and architecturally remarkable.

In the afternoon, explore Vietnam’s first university—the Temple of Literature. Built in the 11th century, it showcases perfectly preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture and appears on the 100,000 VND banknote.

Then enjoy a traditional cyclo ride through the Old Quarter. This lively area is known as “The 36 Streets,” each named after the goods historically sold there—Silk Street, Rice Street, Paper Street, Lacquer Street, and more.

Conclude your day at Hoan Kiem Lake, a scenic gem tied to the legend of the magical sword used to defeat the Chinese Ming Dynasty.

Overnight in Hanoi.


Day 3: Hanoi – Ninh Binh

After breakfast, head toward Ninh Binh Province, often called the “Halong Bay on Land,” famous for its dramatic limestone mountains and lush rice fields.

Visit impressive natural attractions including:

  • Stunning limestone caves filled with colorful stalactites and stalagmites

  • Bich Dong Pagoda, located on “Buddha Palm Mountain” with panoramic views of Ngu Nhac Son

  • Tam Coc, a river valley with three caves carved naturally by the Ngo Dong River

A skilled local rower will take you along the peaceful river, offering breathtaking views of mountains, rice paddies, and cave formations.

End the day with a visit to Hang Mua (Mua Cave). Climbing its 465 stone steps rewards you with one of the most magnificent viewpoints in northern Vietnam—ideal for unforgettable photography.

Overnight in Ninh Binh.


Day 4: Ninh Binh – National Park Exploration

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by an excursion to Vietnam’s first national park, one of the few remaining tropical rainforests in the country. Enjoy a guided nature walk and learn why this bio-reserve is considered one of Vietnam’s most important biodiversity sites.

Overnight in Ninh Binh.


Day 5: Ninh Binh – Halong Bay (Lunch + Dinner)

After breakfast, depart for Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Gulf of Tonkin. With nearly 3,000 emerald islands scattered across 1,500 square kilometers, it is one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Southeast Asia—and a key highlight of all Vietnam vacation packages.

Upon arrival, board a beautifully designed traditional junk cruise equipped with modern comforts. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch as the cruise sails through the stunning limestone formations.

Visit Halong Bay’s spectacular caves decorated with intricate natural formations. Enjoy the peaceful scenery, shimmering waters, and the mesmerizing reflections of limestone karsts.

Dinner will be served onboard.
Overnight on the cruise.


Day 6: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City

After breakfast on the cruise, transfer to Hanoi Airport for your domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.


Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City Tour

After breakfast, begin your city tour with visits to:

  • Reunification Palace

  • Ben Thanh Market

  • Notre Dame Cathedral

  • Saigon Central Post Office – designed by Gustave Eiffel

  • War Remnants Museum – featuring historical military artifacts

Continue toward Chinatown (Cholon) to see Binh Tay Market and its massive central clock tower. Don’t miss the beautiful Thien Hau Pagoda, built in the 19th century by the local Chinese community.

Enjoy the evening at leisure for shopping or exploring Saigon’s vibrant nightlife.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.


Day 8: Mekong Delta Excursion (Lunch Included)

After breakfast, head to the Mekong Delta, renowned for coconut plantations, tropical fruit orchards, and traditional cottage industries.

Take a wooden boat along the river to Dragon Island, where you’ll enjoy:

  • Fresh tropical fruits

  • Coconut candies

  • Honey tea

  • Interaction with a local farming family

A delicious Vietnamese lunch will be served at a local restaurant before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.


Day 9: Departure

Breakfast at the hotel followed by transfer to Ho Chi Minh Airport for your departure flight.

Visa Documents

Visa Requirements for Vietnam Tour Packages

To obtain the Vietnam approval letter, the following documents are required:

  • Color scan of passport bio page (must be signed)

  • Color photo 6×4 cm with white background

  • Scan of national ID card

  • Scan of birth certificate / household documents (if applicable)

  • Scan of previous passports (if available)

  • Hotel voucher

  • Completed visa application form

  • After your trip: a scan of the exit stamp must be sent

Visa stamping fee (25 USD and up depending on stay duration) must be paid directly at the airport in Vietnam. Travelers must carry their printed visa approval letter and one passport photo.

Description

Vietnam 9-Day Tour | Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay & Ho Chi Minh – Your Ultimate Journey Through Culture, Nature & Adventure

A Vietnam 9-Day Tour designed for travellers who want to experience several very different sides of Vietnam in one journey. From the historic streets of Hanoi and the dramatic landscapes of Ninh Binh to a cruise through Ha Long Bay and the lively atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City, this itinerary brings together culture, nature, adventure, and authentic Vietnamese experiences.

Rather than focusing on just one region, this 9-day Vietnam tour takes you from northern Vietnam to the south, creating a varied journey with a different experience at almost every stage.

Hanoi – Your Introduction to Vietnam

Begin your Vietnam 9-Day Tour in Hanoi, where traditional Vietnamese life and modern city culture exist side by side.

Explore the atmosphere of the Old Quarter, discover historic landmarks, walk through lively local streets, and experience Hanoi’s distinctive food and café culture.

Hanoi is more than simply the starting point of the itinerary. It provides your first opportunity to understand the traditions, lifestyle, and character of Vietnam before heading into the country’s spectacular countryside.

Ninh Binh – Mountains, Rivers & Rural Vietnam

From Hanoi, continue to Ninh Binh, one of northern Vietnam’s most scenic regions.

Often described as a destination of dramatic limestone mountains, rivers, caves, and peaceful countryside, Ninh Binh offers a completely different experience from the capital.

Depending on your itinerary, you may explore the region by boat, travel through limestone landscapes, visit historic and cultural sites, and experience the quieter side of rural Vietnam.

For travellers interested in Vietnam nature and adventure, Ninh Binh is one of the highlights of this journey.

Ha Long Bay – Cruise Through a Natural Wonder

Your journey then continues to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s most recognisable natural landscapes.

A cruise through the emerald waters surrounded by towering limestone formations gives you the opportunity to experience Vietnam from a completely different perspective.

Depending on the selected cruise, activities may include kayaking, cave exploration, sightseeing, onboard dining, and simply enjoying the scenery from the deck.

The peaceful atmosphere of Ha Long Bay provides a natural contrast to the energy of Hanoi and the rural landscapes of Ninh Binh.

Ho Chi Minh City – Discover Southern Vietnam

The final part of your Vietnam 9-Day Tour takes you south to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known as Saigon, this energetic city offers another perspective on Vietnamese life, with historic buildings, museums, markets, restaurants, cafés, and modern neighbourhoods all forming part of its character.

Explore the city’s major attractions, taste local cuisine, and experience the fast-moving atmosphere of southern Vietnam.

The contrast between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is one of the most interesting aspects of this itinerary, allowing you to experience two major Vietnamese cities with distinctly different identities.

Culture, Nature & Adventure in One Journey

The strength of this 9-Day Vietnam Tour is the variety of experiences included in a single trip.

You can experience:

  • Culture and traditional life in Hanoi
  • Nature and countryside in Ninh Binh
  • Cruising and outdoor experiences in Ha Long Bay
  • Urban culture and history in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Vietnamese food, local communities, landscapes, and everyday life throughout the journey

This combination makes the itinerary particularly suitable for travellers who want an active and varied holiday rather than spending the entire trip in one destination.

Make Your Vietnam 9-Day Tour Your Own

Although this itinerary provides a carefully planned route, your journey can be adjusted according to your preferences and availability.

You can ask us to review options such as:

  • Extending your stay in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City
  • Adding extra time in Ninh Binh
  • Choosing a different Ha Long Bay cruise
  • Changing hotels or room categories
  • Adding private transfers
  • Including additional excursions
  • Adding another destination in Vietnam
  • Creating a more relaxed, cultural, or adventure-focused itinerary

Our travel team will review your request and explain the available options before any changes are made.

How Your Vietnam Tour Is Confirmed

We keep the booking process straightforward, while making sure you know exactly what happens before you make a payment.

1. Send your request
Click “Book Tour” and submit your preferred dates, number of travellers, accommodation requirements, and other requests.

2. Discuss your trip with us
Our team reviews your request, answers your questions, and prepares a travel proposal based on your requirements.

3. Confirm availability
Once you approve the proposal, we check the availability of the hotels, Ha Long Bay cruise, flights, transfers, and other included services. If something is unavailable, you will receive an alternative and its price before we proceed.

4. Sign the agreement and make the deposit
When everything is finalised, you receive a formal agreement explaining the services, payment schedule, cancellation and date-change conditions, and responsibilities of both parties. After the agreement is signed, the initial deposit is paid to begin the confirmed reservations.

5. Receive your travel documents
Once the booking is completed, we provide the applicable hotel and cruise vouchers, travel documents, destination information, and support contact details. Our team remains available before departure and, where applicable, during your journey.

Transparent Pricing

The price shown for your Vietnam 9-Day Tour is based on the services included in the published itinerary.

If you request changes, such as a different hotel, cruise, room category, excursion, or additional night, we will explain the new arrangement and any price difference before proceeding.

Payment terms, cancellation conditions, date-change policies, and other important booking conditions are clearly stated in your travel agreement.

Depending on the services and destination arrangements, payment may be made to the tourism company responsible for operating your travel services in Vietnam. Full payment instructions are provided before payment.

Important Information

Prices are listed in USD.

  • Every child, including infants, must have a separate passport.
  • The third person sharing a room is charged according to the applicable double-room rate, subject to hotel availability and room configuration.
  • Travellers must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months and that they meet all applicable entry, exit, visa, and travel requirements.
  • For air tickets, visas, and other services for children under two years old, please contact our travel team for applicable conditions and pricing.
  • Children aged 2 to 6 may stay without an extra bed where permitted by the hotel. Child policies vary between properties.
  • Hotels may require a security deposit at check-in. This is paid directly by the guest according to the hotel’s policy.
  • Travel insurance requirements and costs can vary according to age, destination, and selected coverage. Our team can provide further information during the booking process.
  • Minibar charges and other personal hotel expenses not included in the package are the responsibility of the guest.
  • This package is currently valid until April 5. Hotel availability, cruise schedules, airline conditions, visa requirements, and other destination services can change. Please contact our travel team before payment to confirm the latest availability and price.

Start Planning Your Vietnam Journey

From the historic atmosphere of Hanoi to the peaceful landscapes of Ninh Binh, the spectacular waters of Ha Long Bay, and the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City, this Vietnam 9-Day Tour gives you the opportunity to experience the country through its culture, nature, and adventure.

If you would like to personalise the itinerary or have questions before booking, submit your request through “Book Tour” and let our travel team help you plan your Vietnam journey.

Tour Validity Date

05/April/2026

Destination Information

Vietnam 9-Day Tour – Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay & Ho Chi Minh City Experience

Your Vietnam 9-Day Tour begins in Hanoi, the vibrant capital of Vietnam, where charming old streets, historic temples, and the peaceful Hoan Kiem Lake create a welcoming atmosphere for travelers. Highlights of the Hanoi experience include visits to the Temple of Literature, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and Dong Xuan Market, offering a fascinating insight into the country’s history and local daily life. A traditional Water Puppet Show is also a unique cultural experience during your Vietnam 9-Day Tour.

Vietnam 9-Day Tour in Ninh Binh – Nature & Tranquility

The journey continues to Ninh Binh, one of Vietnam’s most scenic natural regions. Boat riding along the Tam Coc River, surrounded by towering limestone karsts and lush green rice fields, presents breathtaking landscapes. During this part of your Vietnam 9-Day Tour, you will visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist temple complex in Vietnam, as well as the mystical Mua Caves.

Vietnam 9-Day Tour Cruise in Ha Long Bay

Next, your Vietnam 9-Day Tour takes you to the magical Ha Long Bay, where you will enjoy a luxurious 4- or 5-star cruise. Spectacular limestone islands, hidden caves, and tranquil emerald waters create a dreamlike setting, making this one of the most unforgettable highlights of your Vietnam 9-Day Tour.

Vietnam 9-Day Tour in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

In the final days, your Vietnam 9-Day Tour concludes in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), a dynamic metropolis blending Vietnamese and French colonial architecture. You will explore major landmarks such as the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, and Ben Thanh Market. A guided visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, which played a vital role during the Vietnam War, offers a deeper perspective on the country’s modern history and completes your Vietnam 9-Day Tour experience.

This Vietnam 9-Day Tour is a perfect blend of nature, history, culture, and luxury, designed to showcase the very best of Vietnam in just nine unforgettable days.

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