9 Day Vietnam Tour Package & Ha Long Bay Cruise

Your gateway to the best of Vietnam awaits with our 9 Day Vietnam Tour Package & Ha Long Bay Cruise. Start in Hanoi, where you’ll wander historic treasures such as Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, and savor a traditional lunch. The next day, indulge in more of the city’s flavors on a guided food tour. Sample local delicacies from street vendors before setting sail on a 3-day Ha Long Bay Cruise. Explore stunning landscapes, and coastal views, and take part in many fun water activities. The adventure continues with a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, diving right into iconic landmarks and the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. End your journey cruising along the Mekong River, where traditions and lush vistas meet.

Curious to discover the best of Vietnam? Our 9 Day Vietnam Tour Package & Ha Long Bay Cruise includes your flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, expertly guided tours, and 8 nights of handpicked accommodation. Experience cultural landmarks, a 3-day Ha Long Bay cruise, and more for a complete and immersive adventure – book today!

9 Day Vietnam Tour Package & Ha Long Bay Cruise Highlights

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, and other Hanoi landmarks
Sample local delicacies on a guided street food tour in Hanoi
Relax on a 3-day cruise through Ha Long Bay
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and explore the iconic sites with local experts
Stay in top-rated hotels in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
Cruise the Mekong River and visit local floating villages

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9 Day Vietnam Tour Package & Ha Long Bay Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Hanoi

Optional airport transfer
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2 - Hanoi

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest in Thang Long
See President Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and One Pillar Pagoda
Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and its traditional houses
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo Prison
Option to explore Ham Ca Map or Hoan Kiem Lake on your own
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 3 - Food Tour

Enjoy a welcome drink at an artistic café
Stroll through hidden alleys and visit Hang Be Market
Sample seasonal foods
Taste bun dau met or bun cha with shrimp paste or fish sauce
Watch chefs prepare Banh Cuon
Enjoy a banh mi sandwich and a refreshing Bia hoi beer
Look out at Hoan Kiem Lake at a local cafe
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 4 - Ha Long Bay Cruise

Transportation to Ha Long Bay & check-in to the cruise
Set sail on a Ha Long Bay Cruise of your choice
Enjoy a range of on-board activities
Stop at amazing locations, like islands and caves (sites vary based on your cruise choice)
Overnight on the Cruise

Day 5 - Ha Long Bay Cruise

Enjoy a second day of your Ha Long Bay Cruise
Overnight on the Cruise

Day 6 - Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Disembark from your Ha Long Bay Cruise
Transfer to Cat Bi International Airport
Flight to Ho Chi Minh City (included)
Transfer to your hotel
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 7 - Ho Chi Minh City

Visit Independence Palace (Reunification Palace)
Explore French colonial landmarks: Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office
Visit the War Remnants Museum
Lunch at a local restaurant
Head to Cho Lon (Big Market) and Thien Hau Pagoda in Chinatown
Board a water bus at Bach Dang Harbor for incredible views
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 8 - Cu Chi Tunnels

Witness the Ho Chi Minh Trails or Cu Chi Tunnels
Learn of the shelters, communication routes, and supply lines during the Vietnam War
Enjoy a Mekong River cruise
Learn about coconut candy-making and sample some candy
Visit a floating fish farm on the Mekong River
Enjoy tropical fruit and listen to traditional Vietnamese folk music
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 9 - Departure

Optional airport transfer

NB - all timings on 9 Day Vietnam Tour Package & Ha Long Bay Cruise are approximate

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Important Details

Includes

All touring and accommodation

Flight: Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City

Ha Long Bay Cruise

Entrance fees: Hanoi City Tour, Ho Chi Minh City Tour, Cu Chi tunnels

Meals: Lunch during the Hanoi Tour, Food tasting in Hanoi, Meals during the Ha Long Bay Cruise (depending on the cruise you choose), Lunch during the Ho Chi Minh City tour, Lunch during the Cu Chi tunnel tour

Excludes

Anything not mentioned above

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

Essential Information

Each day will be led by an expert local guide to provide an enhanced experience along Tourist Journey's values

Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process

The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience

During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package

During the booking process, it's possible to add a private airport transfer

For days 4-6, choose your preferred cruise from our selection. Please note that sites, itineraries, and activities will vary based on which cruise is chosen

Please note the airfare includes one piece of luggage (20 kg) per person

Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points

Cancellation Policy

The flight tickets are non refundable