Vietnam in 22 Days — Hanoi, Sapa, Hoi An, Saigon and Phu Quoc

Explore Vietnam on a 22-day journey combining historic cities, mountain scenery, boat trips, cultural experiences, an overnight bay cruise, and tropical island relaxation.

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa and Ninh Binh, cruise through Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay, discover Hoi An and central Vietnam, explore Ho Chi Minh City, and unwind on Phu Quoc before returning to Hanoi.

The itinerary combines selected hotels, four domestic flights per traveller, private driver services on the journeys specified below, sightseeing, and time to relax.

Duration: 22 days / 21 nights
Package basis: Two travellers sharing one room
Travel dates: Arranged individually, subject to availability and final confirmation.

Part 1 — Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh and an Overnight Bay Cruise

Day 1 — Arrival in Hanoi

Upon arrival at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport, a private driver will meet you with a name sign and take you directly to your hotel.

Check in and enjoy an evening of rest after your flight.

Accommodation: Oakwood Residence Hanoi.

Day 2 — Hanoi Morning Tour

Enjoy a relaxed morning in Hanoi, visiting Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake and stopping at Train Street for traditional egg coffee.

Return to the hotel in the early afternoon for rest

Accommodation: Oakwood Residence Hanoi.

Day 3 — Rest in Hanoi

A full day of rest, with no scheduled driving, guides, or attractions.

Enjoy free time for rest 

Accommodation: Oakwood Residence Hanoi.

Day 4 — Hanoi Highlights

Enjoy a full guided sightseeing day exploring Hanoi’s historical and cultural landmarks.

Visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, including the mausoleum and stilt house, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature.

In the afternoon, visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Accommodation: Oakwood Residence Hanoi.

Day 5 — Hanoi to Sapa

Depart in the morning for a private drive from Hanoi to Sapa, taking approximately 5.5 hours.

Arrive, check in, and enjoy a gentle walk in Cat Cat Village or around Sapa town.

Accommodation: Muong Thanh Sapa Hotel.

Day 6 — Fansipan and Return to Hanoi

Take the cable car up Mount Fansipan, known as the “Roof of Indochina,” for mountain views and visits to its temples.

In the afternoon, depart by private vehicle for Hanoi, where you will stay overnight.

Accommodation: Oakwood Residence Hanoi.

Day 7 — Hanoi to Ninh Binh

Travel by private vehicle to Ninh Binh, often called “Ha Long Bay on land.”

Climb to the Hang Mua viewpoint, then take a rowing-boat trip through Trang An’s limestone scenery and caves.

Accommodation: AN Retreats Ninh Binh.

Day 8 — Ninh Binh to an Overnight Bay Cruise

Travel by private vehicle from Ninh Binh to the cruise port for Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay.

Board around midday, check in, and enjoy lunch on board.

The planned afternoon includes water activities such as kayaking or swimming, according to the selected cruise programme and operating conditions.

Spend the night on the bay.

Accommodation: Premium 4- or 5-star cruise vessel. The vessel and cabin category will be confirmed before booking.

Part 2 — Hoi An, Da Nang and Hue

Day 9 — End of Cruise, Flight to Da Nang and Transfer to Hoi An

Enjoy breakfast on board before finishing the cruise and disembarking.

Travel to Hanoi Airport for your domestic flight to Da Nang.

On arrival, take a private transfer to your hotel in Hoi An, check in, explore the city and rest

Accommodation: Riverside White House Hotel.

Day 10 — Rest in Hoi An

A full day of rest, with no scheduled driving or attractions.

Accommodation: Riverside White House Hotel.

Day 11 — Ba Na Hills, Golden Bridge and Dragon Bridge

Travel towards Da Nang and take the cable car to Ba Na Hills.

Walk across the Golden Bridge, visit the French Village, and explore the flower gardens.

In the evening, return to Da Nang to see the Dragon Bridge before travelling back to Hoi An.

Accommodation: Riverside White House Hotel.

Day 12 — Basket Boats and Vietnamese Cooking

Begin with a traditional round basket-boat trip through the coconut forest of Cam Thanh Village.

Continue with a Vietnamese cooking workshop and lunch.

Spend the afternoon at leisure in the lanes of Hoi An’s Ancient Town.

Accommodation: Riverside White House Hotel.

Day 13 — Hai Van Pass and Hue

Travel over the scenic Hai Van Pass, stopping for views along the way.

Continue to Hue to visit the Imperial City, the royal palace, and royal tombs.

Return to Hoi An in the evening.

Accommodation: Riverside White House Hotel.

Day 14 — Vintage Vespa Tour

Set out on a vintage Vespa excursion with dedicated drivers through the countryside around Hoi An.

Visit the pottery village and herb village, experiencing the local landscapes and village surroundings.

Accommodation: Riverside White House Hotel.

Part 3 — Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc

Day 15 — Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon.

Check in at your hotel and take a historical and cultural tour of the city centre, including Independence Palace, the Central Post Office, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Access to individual sites will depend on their opening arrangements.

Accommodation: Bay Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 16 — Open-Top Vintage Jeep Tour

Enjoy a morning open-top vintage Jeep tour through Saigon, including Chinatown and the flower market.

Return to the hotel around midday for rest 

Accommodation: Bay Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 17 — Rest in Saigon

A full day of rest, with no scheduled driving or attractions.

Accommodation: Bay Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 18 — Flight to Phu Quoc and Starfish Beach

Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Phu Quoc.

Check in at your hotel and visit Starfish Beach in the afternoon.

Accommodation: Tom Hill Boutique Wellness Resort Phu Quoc.

Day 19 — Island Boat Trip and Snorkelling

Enjoy a speedboat excursion among the small islands of the An Thoi archipelago.

The programme includes snorkelling and beach time.

Accommodation: Tom Hill Boutique Wellness Resort Phu Quoc.

Day 20 — Hon Thom Cable Car and Grand World

Experience the Hon Thom sea-crossing cable car and visit Grand World.

Enjoy views of the sea and surrounding islands during the cable car journey, followed by time exploring Grand World.

Accommodation: Tom Hill Boutique Wellness Resort Phu Quoc.

Day 21 — Flight Back to Hanoi

Transfer to Phu Quoc Airport for your domestic flight back to Hanoi.

Check in at your hotel and enjoy free time for last-minute shopping.

Accommodation: Oakwood Residence Hanoi.

Day 22 — Departure from Hanoi

Enjoy free time according to your international flight schedule.

Your private driver will take you to Noi Bai International Airport for your flight home.

Journey Highlights

• 22 days exploring northern, central, and southern Vietnam.

• Selected hotels and an overnight bay cruise.

• Four domestic flights per traveller.

• Hanoi’s historical and cultural landmarks.

• Sapa and the Fansipan cable car.

• Hang Mua viewpoint and Trang An rowing-boat experience.

• Overnight cruise in Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay.

• Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge.

• Hoi An basket boats and Vietnamese cooking workshop.

• Hai Van Pass and Hue’s imperial landmarks.

• Vintage Vespa excursion with drivers.

• Open-top vintage Jeep tour in Saigon.

• Phu Quoc island boat trip and snorkelling.

• Hon Thom Cable Car and Grand World

Accommodation — 21 Nights

Your itinerary includes 20 hotel nights and one night aboard a cruise vessel:

• Hanoi: Oakwood Residence Hanoi — 6 nights across three stays.

• Sapa: Muong Thanh Sapa Hotel — 1 night.

• Ninh Binh: AN Retreats Ninh Binh — 1 night.

• Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay: Premium cruise vessel — 1 night.

• Hoi An: Riverside White House Hotel — 6 nights.

• Ho Chi Minh City: Bay Hotel — 3 nights.

• Phu Quoc: Tom Hill Boutique Wellness Resort Phu Quoc — 3 nights.

Room categories, the cruise vessel, and the cabin category will be specified in the final booking confirmation.

Domestic Flights Included

The itinerary includes four domestic flight sectors for each of the two travellers:

• Day 9: Hanoi → Da Nang.

• Day 15: Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City.

• Day 18: Ho Chi Minh City → Phu Quoc.

• Day 21: Phu Quoc → Hanoi.

Airlines, flight times, fare conditions, and baggage allowances will be specified in the final quotation.

International flights are not included.

Package Arrangements

The package is based on two travellers sharing one room and includes the accommodation plan, four domestic flight sectors per traveller, private driver services on the journeys identified in the itinerary, and the sightseeing and activity programme described above.

The final written quotation will identify the admission tickets, activity arrangements, and meals covered by the package price.

Lunch and breakfast are specifically described during the cruise, and lunch is described with the cooking workshop. Other meals are not promised by this itinerary.

A guide is specifically scheduled for the full Hanoi sightseeing day on Day 4. The Vespa excursion includes drivers. Private driver services do not imply a guide accompanying you throughout the trip.

What’s Not Included

Unless expressly included in the final written quotation:

• International flights.

• Visas or entry permits.

• Travel and medical insurance.

• Meals not specifically confirmed as included.

• Tips and gratuities.

• Personal shopping and expenses.

• Optional activities and additional services.

• Admission tickets or supplements not itemised as included.

Travel Dates and Personal Arrangements

This is a general 22-day itinerary. Travel dates are selected individually and confirmed according to hotel availability, domestic flight schedules, cruise departures

The final quotation will confirm accommodation, room categories, cruise details, flight schedules, baggage allowances, ticket inclusions, meal arrangements, and the package price before booking.

Important Travel Information

The journey includes mountain travel, long-distance road transfers, domestic flights, a bay cruise, boat excursions, and activities with varying physical demands.

The final order and timing of activities may require adjustments for weather, opening days, transport schedules, and supplier availability.

Any proposed changes will be reviewed as part of the final itinerary confirmation.