Itinerary

• Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City, Arrival
  Fly into Vietnam's dynamic metropolis - Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by the locals. Upon arrival, a warm welcome is awaiting you at the airport from your hospitable tour guide, followed by a private transfer to your downtown hotel - InterContinental Saigon. Beautifully furnished guest rooms, with top-notch facilities and warm hospitality, help to ensure you a pleasant stay.
  
  You will have the rest of today at leisure, relaxing after a long flight or trying out Vietnamese cuisine.
  Accommodation: InterContinental Saigon (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

• Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City, Heritage Walk Tour
  This morning, your guide will lead you on a heritage walk around Old Saigon, discovering historical landmarks and French colonial architecture. Highlights include the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Post Office.
  Once back at your hotel, delight in a themed lunch - inspired by the famous Italian comedy film "Amici Miei" - serving delectable homemade Italian dishes, old-fashion cocktails, and mellow wines.
  Accommodation: InterContinental Saigon (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

• Day 3: Mekong Delta Private Boat Cruise
  Driving two hours southwest, you'll come to the riverine Cai Be for an overnight cruise deep into the rustic Mekong Delta region. A traditional Indochinese houseboat, decked out with modern amenities, has been converted into a stylishly floating "hotel" for your exclusive use. While cruising leisurely down the narrow tree-lined waterways, enjoy the moving countryside scenery of tiny villages, rice fields, and fruit orchards. As you wish, get ashore to visit some temples, markets, and ancient houses. Lunch and Dinner will be served on board. Tonight, the boat will anchor to ensure you a restful sleep
  Accommodation: Song Xanh Sampan (Private Boat House)

• Day 4: Mekong Delta - Da Nang - Hoi An
  An exciting day unfolds as you set off to catch the famous Cai Rang Floating Market in the full wing. Sit back, enjoy a refreshing breakfast, and admire the rising sun over the Can Tho River. Once reaching this vibrant wholesale market, you will find yourself surrounded by large cargo vessels and smaller sampans loaded with various seasonal goods such as fruits, vegetables, and handicrafts. If you like, weave in and out to watch the locals buying and selling up close and even join bargaining. This afternoon, take a brief flight departing Can Tho for Da Nang.

• Upon landing, meet your new guide for a private transfer to the upscale Anantara Hoi An Resort, just a short stroll from the UNESCO-protected Ancient Town. The boutique-style property, featuring French colonial architecture, is comprised of 94 rooms and suites set in tranquil landscaped grounds fronting the Thu Bon River. For the rest of today, relax in the unrivaled garden or river views while lazing on a poolside lounger or your balcony daybed.
  Accommodation: Anantara Hoi An Resort (Luxury 5-Star Resort)

• Day 5: Hoi An Old Town, Bamboo Raft Dinner
  Spend this morning exploring the UNESCO-recognized Hoi An Ancient Town on a walkabout tour. Roam the pedestrian-only streets to absorb the incredibly photogenic townscape, highlighted by exceptionally-preserved buildings in Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, or French styles. At noon, have lunch at the highly-rated Cargo Club for local delicacies and great views.
  
  You are then free to relax for a few hours before cruising aboard a round basket boat on Co Co River to enjoy a distinctive candlelit dinner on a private bamboo raft.
  
  Accommodation: Anantara Hoi An Resort (Luxury 5-Star Resort)

• Day 6: Hoi An, Leisure Day
  Enjoy a day of free time to further explore Hoi An on your own. You may like to cycle into the surrounding countryside, partake in a cooking or lantern-making class, sunbathe on white sandy beaches, and stroll around the charming Ancient Town illuminated with colorful lights at night.
  Accommodation: Anantara Hoi An Resort (Luxury 5-Star Resort)

• Day 7: Hoi An - Da Nang - Hanoi
  Leave the laid-back Hoi An behind as you board a flight at Danang Airport towards Hanoi, the country's gorgeous capital.
  
  You will be collected from the airport on arrival by your local guide and taken to your accommodation - InterContinental Hanoi Westlake. Superbly situated on the edge of Hanoi's biggest freshwater lake, this resort-like IHG hotel makes for a peaceful escape from the bustle. The remainder of today is free to settle into your hotel and relax in your surroundings.
  Accommodation: InterContinental Hanoi Westlake (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

• Day 8: Hanoi City Sightseeing
  Get acquainted with the city by visiting significant sites around the central Ba Dinh Square, including the solemn mausoleum and unique stilt house of the national father of modern Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature. The guide will be by your side to share the stories behind them.
  
  This afternoon, hop aboard a traditional cyclo to explore the atmospheric Old Quarter for an insight into local life. Before retiring to your luxury hotel, unwind with a leisurely walk around the enchanting Hoan Kiem Lake.
  Accommodation: InterContinental Hanoi Westlake (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

• Day 9: Hanoi, Local Cultural Immersion
  This morning, pay a visit to an artisan's family, which preserves the unique folk art of water puppetry over generations. You will get to know the history of this ancient craft, how he promotes this tradition, and watch a delightful performance. After that, get back to your hotel and enjoy this afternoon at leisure.
  Accommodation: InterContinental Hanoi Westlake (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

• Day 10: Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay
  Depart from Hanoi in the morning and take a road transfer for about 2.5 hours to the UNESCO-inclined Halong Bay. You will be invited to board the Orchid Premium for a sightseeing cruise towards Lan Ha Bay, a quieter neighbor of Halong Bay. This elegant vessel, combining Indochinese and European styles, offers only five extremely spacious suites with luxurious amenities, first-class facilities, and 24/7 private butler service. After checking into your cabin, relish in the pristine seascapes, sunbathe on the deck, or swim in the crystal-blue water. As you like, partake in dynamic activities like kayaking, cooking demonstration, or night squid fishing
  Accommodation: Orchid Premium Cruise (Luxury 5-Star Cruise Ship)

• Day 11: Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi
  Wake up to the gentle sound of the cruise and greet the sun with a morning Tai Chi exercise on the deck. After a light breakfast, continue exploring a well-hidden cave. Check out and enjoy the brunch before the boat arrives at the pier. After that, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi for your final night in Vietnam.Accommodation: InterContinental Hanoi Westlake (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

• Day 12: Hanoi, Departure
  Say goodbye to Vietnam today. Your guide and driver are on hand to collect you from the hotel to the airport in time for your homebound flight.