Ho Chi Minh City – Hoi An – Hanoi – Ha Long Bay
11 Days / 10 Nights
Unveil Vietnam’s rich culture through its cuisine and healing traditions. From the bustling streets of Saigon to the lantern-lit alleys of Hoi An, the vibrant energy of Hanoi, and the majestic waters of Ha Long Bay—this journey is a feast for the senses. Learn to cook authentic dishes, indulge in spa rituals, and savor every taste that defines Vietnam’s three regions: South, Central, and North.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Arrival (D)
Arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport where your guide greets you with a warm welcome. Transfer to your city-center hotel and unwind after your flight. In the evening, enjoy a delightful Welcome Dinner of Vietnamese specialties—your first taste of Vietnam’s culinary treasures.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 2: Cooking Class & City Highlights (B/L)
Join your chef at the bustling Ben Thanh Market to select fresh herbs, meats, and spices for your cooking class. Back in the kitchen, master the art of preparing a 4-course Southern-style meal—using traditional Vietnamese techniques and tools.
In the afternoon, explore Saigon’s highlights:
- War Remnants Museum – moving exhibits of Vietnam’s history
- Reunification Palace – once the Presidential residence
- Notre Dame Cathedral & Opera House – colonial-era landmarks
Dinner is free for your own exploration. Try Saigon’s favorites such as Banh Xeo, rice paper rolls, or Pho Hoa’s famous beef noodles.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels – Spa & Saigon by Night (B)
Venture out to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network used during wartime.
In the afternoon, indulge in a 90-minute Fresh Ginger Essence Massage at a local spa, designed to melt stress and refresh your body.
At night, experience Saigon like a local on a motorbike food adventure:
- Sip cocktails at a Vespa-style café
- Taste authentic street food and fresh local beers
- Enjoy live Vietnamese music and wrap up at a trendy bar
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang – Hoi An (B/D)
After breakfast, take a short flight to Da Nang and transfer to charming Hoi An Ancient Town. Stroll along lantern-lit streets, admire old merchant houses, and relax into the town’s timeless atmosphere. Dinner tonight is at a cozy riverside restaurant, introducing you to the flavors of Central Vietnam.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 5: Hoi An Cooking Class & Spa (B/L)
Begin with a guided trip to Hoi An’s vibrant market, where your chef helps you pick ingredients. Take a boat ride to a countryside cooking school and learn to prepare regional specialties such as Mi Quang (turmeric noodles) and Cao Lau (Hoi An’s signature noodles). Enjoy your creations for lunch.
In the afternoon, rejuvenate with a traditional Vietnamese spa treatment—herbal steam, body massage, and natural therapies.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 6: Hoi An – Free Day for Food & Wellness (B)
A full day at leisure to explore Hoi An at your own pace:
- Stroll through lantern workshops
- Sip coffee at a riverside café
- Take an optional bicycle ride to the countryside
- Or simply relax with another spa session
In the evening, you may choose to join a street food tour—sampling local favorites like white rose dumplings, grilled pork skewers, and sweet lotus desserts.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 7: Da Nang – Fly to Hanoi (B/D)
Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam’s historic capital. Take a walking tour through the Old Quarter, a maze of narrow streets filled with food stalls, tea houses, and hidden cafés. Dinner features Northern Vietnamese cuisine with dishes such as bun cha (grilled pork with noodles) and cha ca (grilled fish with turmeric and dill).
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 8: Hanoi Cooking Class & Spa (B/L)
Visit a local market with your chef to discover Hanoi’s ingredients and flavors. Learn to prepare authentic Northern dishes in a hands-on cooking class, then enjoy your own creations for lunch.
In the afternoon, relax with a Vietnamese herbal bath and massage—a rejuvenating tradition rooted in ancient medicine.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 9: Hanoi City Tour & Water Puppet Show (B/L)
Explore Hanoi’s highlights:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Presidential Palace
- Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university
- Fine Arts Museum or Ethnology Museum
In the evening, watch a Water Puppet Show, a traditional art form unique to Vietnam. Dinner is free to discover more of Hanoi’s street food—pho, banh cuon, or egg coffee.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 10: Ha Long Bay Overnight Cruise (B/L/D)
Drive to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board a luxury cruise and sail past limestone karsts and emerald waters. Enjoy freshly prepared seafood on board, kayak through hidden lagoons, and join a short cooking demonstration.
At sunset, unwind with a foot massage on deck or try a Tai Chi session. A gala dinner is served as the stars shine over the bay.
Overnight on Ha Long Bay cruise.
Day 11: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi Departure (B)
Wake up to sunrise over the bay and join a morning Tai Chi session. After brunch, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi for your onward flight. Your Vietnam Food & Spa Journey comes to an end, leaving you with delicious memories and lasting relaxation.
✨ Highlights of this Journey:
A perfect blend of culinary exploration & wellness
3 hands-on cooking classes (South, Central, North)
3 rejuvenating spa experiences
Street food tours & motorbike adventures
Luxury overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay