The Golden Bridge on its giant stone hands, Ba Na Hills, Da Nang

Vietnam · 7 nights, 8 days

Vietnam North to South

from ₹76,300 per person, twin sharing, flights extra

Hanoi to Halong Bay to Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City

About this trip

Vietnam from top to bottom in one week. Hanoi’s old streets, a night on Halong Bay, the Golden Bridge above Da Nang, and the Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City.

One of our Vietnam tour packages from Kochi. Flights quoted from your city.

Going from Kerala

There is no non-stop flight from Kerala at the moment: most routes from Kochi change once, in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or Bangkok, for Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. We fly you into one city and out of the other, so no day is lost going back.

The Christmas break suits the north (Hanoi and Halong Bay are cool and clear) and the south alike. In the April–May summer break, Da Nang and Hoi An are at their best. The Onam break is still good for Da Nang and Hoi An; the north is in its monsoon then: hot, green and showery.

Length
7 nights, 8 days
Route
Hanoi to Halong Bay to Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam at a glance

  • Heritage
  • Cruise
  • City break

Highlights

  • Hanoi Old Quarter and Train Street
  • Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
  • Sunrise on the cruise sundeck
  • Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills
  • Cable car up Ba Na Mountain
  • Crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Ben Thanh Market in Saigon

Route

  1. Hanoi
  2. Halong Bay
  3. Da Nang
  4. Ho Chi Minh City
  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • Transfers
  • Cruise

Day by day

  1. Day 1:Arrive Hanoi

    Turtle Tower on its islet in Hoan Kiem Lake, among the trees of Hanoi
    Hanoi

    Your guide greets you at Noi Bai Airport and takes you to your hotel to settle in and rest.

    • Welcome by your guide at Noi Bai Airport
    • Private transfer to your hotel
    • Rest of the day at leisure

    Meals:No meals

  2. Day 2:Hanoi City Tour

    A full private day around Vietnam’s capital, from its oldest pagoda to the lively Old Quarter.

    • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (from outside)
    • Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest
    • Temple of Literature
    • Train Street (from outside)
    • Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter

    Meals:Breakfast

  3. Day 3:Hanoi to Halong Bay Cruise

    Drive to Halong Bay and board your shared cruise for a day among the limestone islands.

    • Private transfer to Halong Bay
    • Board the shared overnight cruise
    • Lunch on board
    • Cave visit and swimming
    • Relax on a beach or island
    • Sunset from the sundeck

    Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on the cruise

  4. Day 4:Halong Bay to Fly Da Nang

    The Golden Bridge held up by two giant stone hands at Ba Na Hills, Da Nang
    Da Nang

    Wake to sunrise on the bay, row through the karsts, then fly south to Da Nang.

    • Sunrise and breakfast on the cruise
    • Rowboat trip on the bay
    • Brunch on board
    • Transfer to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Da Nang
    • Private transfer to your Da Nang hotel

    Meals:Breakfast & Brunch on the cruise

  5. Day 5:Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge

    Ride the cable car up Ba Na Mountain for gardens, pagodas and the famous Golden Bridge.

    • Cable car up Ba Na Mountain
    • Golden Bridge and Le Jardin D’Amour gardens
    • Debay Wine Cellar (entry extra)
    • Linh Ung Pagoda and Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple
    • Chua Mountain peak and French Square
    • Fantasy Park (game tokens extra)
    • Lunch at your own cost

    Meals:Breakfast

  6. Day 6:Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City

    The Landmark 81 tower above the Ho Chi Minh City skyline at sunset
    Ho Chi Minh City

    A short flight south, met on arrival and taken to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

    • Private transfer to Da Nang Airport
    • Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
    • Private transfer to your hotel

    Meals:Breakfast

  7. Day 7:Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon

    Explore the wartime Cu Chi Tunnels, then tour the landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City.

    • Cu Chi Tunnels
    • Rice paper workshop
    • Notre Dame Cathedral and City Hall (from outside)
    • Central Post Office
    • Ben Thanh Market
    • Nguyen Hue Walking Street

    Meals:Breakfast

  8. Day 8:Depart Ho Chi Minh City

    Some time for last-minute shopping, depending on your flight, then a transfer to the airport.

    • Free time for shopping, flight permitting
    • Private transfer to the airport

    Meals:Breakfast

What the price covers

Included

  • 6 nights in 3-star hotels (or similar), twin sharing, with 1 night on a shared Halong Bay cruise
  • Stays: Hanoi – La Dolce Vita Hotel; Halong Bay – Le Journey Premium Cruise; Da Nang – Sepon Blue Hotel; Ho Chi Minh City – Happy Life Green Hotel
  • 4-star and 5-star upgrades available
  • Daily breakfast, plus the meals on the cruise
  • Private airport transfers and car with driver
  • English-speaking guide on touring days
  • Entry fees for the sights listed
  • Ba Na Hills cable car
  • Bottled water on touring days

Not included

  • International flights
  • Flights within Vietnam (Hanoi → Da Nang, Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City), about ₹10,300 per person per flight
  • Vietnam e-visa and travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers (about US$3 per person per day)
  • Meals not listed, drinks and personal expenses
  • Fantasy Park game tokens, Debay Wine Cellar entry
  • Christmas and New Year surcharge (24–25 Dec, 31 Dec–1 Jan)

We can add

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From our travellers

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We booked our Vietnam trip with Ethan Holidays and it was an absolute delight! From the smooth visa process to peaceful transfers and friendly guides. Our stays were super cute, many with pools and jacuzzis. And the sweetest part? They arranged a surprise birthday celebration for my friend on the cruise!

    Minsha Anto

    Vietnam trip · Google review

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We, a group of seven members, recently had a thrilling holiday in Vietnam for 8 days. The entire itinerary, travel and accommodation arrangements were done by Team Ethan, led by Ms. Ruby. We had a memorable vacation at two destinations, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, and the accommodation at both was very comfortable, with tasty food. The tour itinerary was perfect, with courteous and supportive local guides and comfortable travel by vehicle, and all of us really enjoyed the trip. Kudos to Team Ethan for arranging such an exciting trip.

    Johny P D

    Vietnam trip · Google review

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We recently traveled to Thailand with Ethan Holidays and had the most amazing experience! Every detail was taken care of, from airport pickups to hotel check-ins, island tours, transfers, and even local recommendations. They customized the itinerary based on our needs, and everything ran like clockwork. What really stood out was their attention to detail and how quickly they handled last-minute changes.

    Manisha Mohan

    Thailand trip · Google review

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Before you ask

What does the price cover?

It is the lowest price per person for this trip, with two people sharing a room, for what the trip lists as included. Hotel standard: 3-star hotels. Flights from your city are quoted separately. Indicative price: it can change with dates and availability. Ask us for today’s price for your dates.

Do I need a visa?

Indian passport holders need Vietnam’s online e-visa, valid for up to 90 days, and we apply for it for you. Vietnam’s immigration department decides.

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When is the best time to go?

The south and Phu Quoc are best December to April, when Hanoi is cool and Halong Bay can be misty. The north is at its best in spring and from September to November; Da Nang and Hoi An February to August.

Can you change this trip?

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