VIETNAM HIGHLIGHTS & PHU QUOC ISLAND 8 DAYS: SOUTH TO NORTH | VietNam Signature

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VIETNAM HIGHLIGHTS & PHU QUOC ISLAND 8 DAYS: SOUTH TO NORTH

This 8-day Vietnam journey combines the energy of Ho Chi Minh City, the tropical beauty of Phu Quoc, the cultural charm of Central Vietnam, and the timeless heritage of Northern Vietnam. Begin in the south with a historical exploration of the Cu Chi Tunnels before flying to Phu Quoc for a blend of island leisure and vibrant entertainment, from VinWonders and Grand World to snorkeling among the An Thoi Archipelago and riding the spectacular Hon Thom Cable Car. Continue to Da Nang and Hoi An to discover sacred mountains, traditional basket boats, lantern-lit heritage streets, and the iconic Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills. The journey then moves north to experience the dramatic limestone scenery of Halong Bay and Ninh Binh, before concluding in Hanoi with its ancient pagodas, presidential heritage, and rich ethnic culture. Designed as a balanced private itinerary, the tour combines sightseeing, outdoor experiences, cultural discovery and leisure across Vietnam’s three major regions.

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Highlight

Uncover the History of Cu Chi Tunnels – Explore the underground network, wartime bunkers, hidden traps, field kitchens and experience a preserved tunnel section.
Experience the Tropical Paradise of Phu Quoc – Combine world-class entertainment, pristine beaches, island adventures and vibrant local nightlife on Vietnam’s tropical island.
Discover VinWonders & Grand World Phu Quoc – Enjoy thrilling attractions at VinWonders and stroll along the romantic canals and colorful streets of Grand World.
Island-Hopping & Snorkeling Adventure – Cruise through the An Thoi Archipelago, discover white-sand beaches, snorkel over coral reefs and experience the turquoise waters of Phu Quoc.
Enjoy Aquatopia & Hon Thom Cable Car – Experience exciting water attractions before soaring above the sea on the spectacular Hon Thom Cable Car.
Discover the Cultural Charm of Hoi An – Explore the UNESCO-listed Ancient Town, historic merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge and lantern-lit streets.
Experience Local Life in Cam Thanh – Navigate coconut waterways by traditional basket boat, discover local fishing techniques and enjoy an authentic countryside experience.
Marvel at the Golden Bridge in Ba Na Hills – Walk across Vietnam’s iconic Golden Bridge, explore the French Village and enjoy panoramic mountain scenery.
Cruise Through Legendary Halong Bay – Sail among dramatic limestone karsts, explore Sung Sot Cave, kayak through Luon Cave and enjoy panoramic views from Ti Top Island.
Explore Ninh Binh – Vietnam’s “Halong Bay on Land” – Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, climb Mua Cave for spectacular views and cruise through the caves and karst landscapes of Tam Coc.
Discover the Cultural Heart of Hanoi – Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh Complex and the Museum of Ethnology to gain insight into Vietnam’s history, heritage and diverse cultures.
One Journey, Four Distinct Experiences – Combine the history of Ho Chi Minh City, tropical island life in Phu Quoc, Central Vietnam’s culture and landscapes, and the heritage of Northern Vietnam in one comprehensive journey.

Itinerary

Morning Airport Reception: Warm welcome at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) by our private driver and representative, followed by a transfer to your central hotel for early check-in.

12:30: Meet your tour guide in the lobby and depart by coach for the historic Cu Chi Tunnels (~1.5 hours).

14:00: Explore the 220-kilometer subterranean network used during the Vietnam War:

Watch historical documentary footage explaining underground combat strategies.

Examine concealed trapdoors, bamboo booby traps, field kitchens, and secret command bunkers.

Experience crawling through a preserved tunnel segment to understand guerilla life.

Taste boiled tapioca with sesame salt and hot pandan tea (staple wartime rations).

(Optional: Target shooting range with vintage firearms available at own expense).

17:00: Depart Cu Chi and drive back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Evening: Free leisure time to experience Saigon nightlife: stroll down lively Bui Vien Walking Street or explore Ben Thanh night market.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, checkout, and private transfer to Tan Son Nhat Domestic Airport for your scheduled flight to Phu Quoc Island.

Midday: Welcome reception at Phu Quoc International Airport; transfer to your beachside resort for check-in.

12:30: Transfer by private car to VinWonders Phu Quoc, the largest theme park in Vietnam:

Discover The Sea Shell (Hai Vuong Aquarium), one of the top 5 largest aquariums in the world, and watch the mesmerizing 15-minute Mermaid Show.

Enjoy rollercoasters, interactive exhibits, and water attractions (admission tickets included).

16:30: Proceed to Grand World Phu Quoc – The Sleeperless City. Stroll along the romantic Venice Canal, view European-style pastel townhouses, take photos on scenic bridges, or relax at outdoor cafes.

18:30: Return transfer to your resort.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Resort in Phu Quoc.

08:00 – 08:30: Pickup from your hotel lobby and transfer south to An Thoi Harbor.

09:15: Board a modern high-speed canoe to explore the An Thoi Archipelago:

Coral Park: Stop for sightseeing, photos, or try the optional Seawalker experience (walking under the ocean; expense paid directly).

May Rut Trong Island: Relax on pristine white-sand beaches, swim under coconut palms, and take professional photos with surfboard setups.

Gam Ghi Island (Dam Ngang): Snorkel over colorful natural coral reefs in clear, shallow waters.

Mong Tay Island: Enjoy swimming in turquoise waters with flycam video capture.
13:00: Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on the island.

Afternoon: Cruise to Hon Thom Island to enjoy thrilling water rides at Aquatopia Water Park. Return to the main island on the Guinness-record Hon Thom Cable Car, soaring over fishing villages and turquoise seas.

17:00: Transfer back to your resort. Evening free at leisure to explore the Phu Quoc Night Market.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Resort in Phu Quoc.

Morning: Breakfast at resort, checkout, and private transfer to Phu Quoc Airport for your connecting flight to Da Nang (via HCMC).

Midday: Arrival at Da Nang Domestic Airport; meet your Central Vietnam private driver and transfer to hotel.

13:30: Pick up for a cultural discovery of Central Vietnam:

Visit the sacred Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son): climb to explore hidden cave shrines (Huyen Khong Cave) and panoramic coastal viewpoints.

14:45: Travel to Cam Thanh Water Coconut Fishing Village. Board traditional round bamboo basket boats (Thung Chai) to navigate palm canals, learn cast-net fishing, and watch a basket boat spinning performance.

16:30: Arrive in Hoi An Ancient Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) for a walking tour:

Visit the 17th-century Japanese Covered Bridge (featured on the 20,000 VND bill), Chinese Assembly Halls (Cantonese / Fujian), and Tan Ky Ancient Merchant House.

Check out the lantern-lit evening night markets and historic riverfront.

20:00: Return coach transfer to Da Nang.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Da Nang.

08:00: Pickup from your hotel and transfer to Sun World Ba Na Hills (~35 km).

09:00: Board the world-record single-track cable car system to the summit station.

09:45: Walk across the world-famous Golden Bridge, held aloft by giant mossy stone hands. Explore Le Jardin D’Amour flower gardens, Debay Wine Cellar, and Linh Ung Pagoda.

12:30: Enjoy an extensive buffet lunch at the mountaintop restaurant.

14:00: Explore the French Village and enjoy indoor amusement games, 4D/5D theaters, and attractions inside Fantasy Park.

15:00: Descend via cable car and return to your hotel in Da Nang to collect luggage.

17:30: Dedicated private transfer to Da Nang Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Hanoi (HAN).

21:30: Arrive at Noi Bai Domestic Airport; meet your Northern private driver and transfer to your central hotel.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Hanoi.

08:30 – 09:00: Pickup from your hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay via the modern expressway by luxury limousine van.

11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, board the cruise ship, and attend the safety briefing.

12:15: Savor a Vietnamese seafood and regional lunch onboard while cruising past limestone karsts, including Fighting Cocks and Thumb Islet.

13:45: Anchor at Bo Hon Archipelago to explore Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, marveling at thousands of illuminated stalactites and stalagmites.

15:00: Enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride through Luon Cave to enter a tranquil hidden lagoon.

15:45: Visit Ti Top Island: swim at the sandy beach or hike to the summit for a 360-degree panoramic view of Halong Bay.

16:30: Cruise back to Tuan Chau Harbor while enjoying an afternoon Sunset Party with tea, fresh fruits, and pastries on the upper deck.

17:30: Disembark and board the highway transfer back to Hanoi.

20:00: Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi.

08:00: Pickup from hotel and depart south through the Red River Delta to Ninh Binh Province (~2 hours).

10:00: Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Vietnam's 10th-century seat of power. Tour the royal sanctuaries honoring King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh.

11:15: Hike up 500 stone stairs along the winding dragon ridge of Mua Cave (Hang Mua) for panoramic aerial views across the Tam Coc river valley and limestone peaks.

12:30: Relish a traditional lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic regional delicacies and vegetarian choices.

13:45: Proceed to Tam Coc ("Halong Bay on Land"). Board a private, hand-rowed wooden sampan boat along the Ngo Dong River:

Drift through three massive natural caverns (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba) beneath ancient hanging stalactites.

Witness local river life, emerald paddy fields, and soaring limestone karsts.

17:00: Reboard the coach and travel back to Hanoi.

19:30 – 20:00: Arrive back in Hanoi and drop off at your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Overnight: Selected 3-Star or 4-Star Hotel in Hanoi.

08:00: Meet your tour guide and embark on a morning cultural tour of Vietnam's capital:

Tran Quoc Pagoda: 6th-century Buddhist pagoda situated on West Lake.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex: Tour the presidential grounds, wooden Stilt House, and the 11th-century One Pillar Pagoda. (Mausoleum closed Mondays & Fridays; modest attire required).

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: Explore the fascinating cultures, houses, and traditions of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. (Replaced by the Vietnam Women’s Museum on Mondays).

12:45: Return to the hotel to collect luggage.

Afternoon: Dedicated private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) for your scheduled flight home.

End of our Vietnam Highlights & Phu Quoc Tour with unforgettable memories!

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Information

Tour prices include

Airport Transfers: Private round-trip airport pickups and drop-offs across HCMC, Phu Quoc, Da Nang, and Hanoi.
Accommodations: 7 Nights at selected 3-Star or 4-Star central hotels / beach resorts (Twin/Double room sharing basis with daily buffet breakfast).
Early Check-in: Day 1 hotel accommodation includes early check-in.
Phu Quoc Excursions: VinWonders theme park admission, Grand World visit, and full-day 5-Island speedboat tour with Hon Thom Cable Car.
Halong Bay Cruise: Full-day 5-hour Halong Bay cruise package including seafood lunch, Sung Sot Cave entry, and kayaking/bamboo boat at Luon Cave.
Ground Transportation: Modern air-conditioned tourist vehicles for all scheduled excursions and transfers.
Meals: 7 Daily breakfasts at hotels + 4 main meals (Lunches as specified in the program, including Ba Na Hills buffet).
Sightseeing Admissions: All entrance tickets (Cu Chi Tunnels, Marble Mountains, Cam Thanh basket boats, Ba Na Hills cable car & admission, Tam Coc sampan boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu, Hanoi city monuments).
Tour Guiding: Professional, licensed English-speaking local guides (except Day 2 in Phu Quoc).
Complimentary Water: 1 bottle of mineral water per person on tour days + 2 complimentary bottles in hotel rooms daily.
Government Taxes: 8% VAT and 5% Service Tax.

Exclusion

International and domestic flight tickets (SGN $\rightarrow$ PQC $\rightarrow$ DAD $\rightarrow$ HAN).
Mandatory gratuities/tipping for tour guide and driver: $3 USD / person / day on touring days.
Personal beverages, soft drinks, and alcohol ordered during meals.
Single room supplement surcharge (for private single occupancy).
Standard check-out after 11:00 (unless requested).
Personal expenses: Seawalker underwater walking, optional shooting range at Cu Chi, arcade games in Fantasy Park.
Vietnam tourist visa processing fees and comprehensive travel/medical insurance.
Payment transaction fees (3.5% for online credit card payment gateways) or bank wire transfer charges.
Peak holiday surcharges and compulsory gala dinners (Dec 24, Dec 31, Tet Lunar New Year).

Policy

Tour Package Rates (USD per Person)

Seat-in-Coach Option (SIC Tour)

Private airport transfers + joined high-quality group excursions with English-speaking guides.

Group Size Tier	2 Pax	4 Pax	6 Pax	8 Pax	10 Pax	Single Sup
Land Tour Only (Without Hotel)	$611	$591	$571	$551	$531	--
Package with 3-Star Hotels	$767	$747	$727	$707	$687	+$185
Package with 4-Star Hotels	$858	$838	$818	$798	$778	+$265

Private Tour Option (PVT Tour)

Dedicated private air-conditioned vehicle, private guide, customized pacing, and private excursions.

Group Size Tier	2 Pax	4 Pax	6 Pax	8 Pax	10 Pax	Single Sup
Private Tour Only (Without Hotel)	$793	$773	$753	$733	$713	--
Package with 3-Star Hotels	$949	$929	$909	$889	$869	+$185
Package with 4-Star Hotels	$1,040	$1000	$960	$940	$920	+$265

Dedicated Vehicles Used for Transfers & Sightseeing

Group Size	Vehicle Type Allocated
1 – 2 Passengers	4-Seater Sedan (Toyota Vios / Honda City or equivalent)
2 – 4 Passengers	7-Seater Modern SUV/MPV (Toyota Innova / Fortuner or equivalent)
5 – 10 Passengers	16-Seater Tourist Van (Ford Transit) or Luxury 9-Seater Limousine
11 – 16 Passengers	29-Seater Tourist Coach (Hyundai County / Thaco)
17 – 26 Passengers	35-Seater Tourist Coach (Thaco Town / Samco)
27 – 38 Passengers	45-Seater Full-Size Coach (Hyundai Universe)

Booking Policies & Children Terms

Children Policy:

Infant (1 – 3 years old): 100% Free of charge (shares seat and bedding with parents).
Child (4 – 8 years old): 75% of adult rate (allocated vehicle seat; shares existing bed with parents).
Child (9 years and above): 100% of adult rate (treated as adult).

Payment Terms: 30% deposit upon booking confirmation; 70% balance due 07 days prior to arrival date.
Cancellation Policy:

30+ days prior to arrival: 30% cancellation fee.

15 to 29 days prior: 50% cancellation fee.
Less than 15 days or No-Show: 100% non-refundable.

Disclaimer:

In SIC tours there might be waiting time for pick up to 1hr in some cases.
Itinerary can be changed in some cases because of unwanted weather conditions, road blocks or something unexpected happen. In such cases local tour guide and driver will take the decision which will be in best interest for the group.
In some cases, SIC tours pick up time will be little early around 6:30 Am based on our driver and tour guide arrangements.
SIC tours our car cannot wait at hotel so you have to be ready at your pick-up time, if you are late then you have to reach to the next pick-up point on your own.

TIMINGS

Vietnam and our Local staffs (Drivers/Guides) are very particular about timings. Please try to be present on time at the time of pickup. even if it is a private tour. Please discuss with your guide in advance if you want some changes in timings (subjected to possibilities).

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS:

• We will serve the guest according to the mentioned itinerary.

• Unused service in a tour package is non-refundable.

• In case guests fail to clear immigration or declined for entry in Vietnam there will be no refunds.

• If air flights are delayed and guests fail to reach on time, then the land tour company will not be responsible for any additional cost (if any). Guests will take responsibility for the additional cost (if any).

• All the pick-up for tours is from hotels located in the center of the city, if the hotels are self-booked and far away from center there will be a surcharge for pick up, so please provide hotel booking details to know the final price. Or you have to reach to pick up point by yourself.

• Pick up for SIC tours from hotels not located in the center of the city are subject to availability. Even with surcharges sometimes we can’t arrange pick up so you need to reach the meeting point by yourself.

• The prices for packages are valid before 10 days of arrival date, after that there might be some surcharge which will be discussed. So please book early to get the best prices.

• Package includes basic category rooms in hotels and overnight cruise. If you want room upgrades there will be a surcharge.

• We will only confirm the booking and lock the price for the package when we receive the deposit amount.

• We provide transportation for guests with one medium size luggage and a hand baggage, if guests have too much luggage, please check with us and if there is a car upgrade required then extra cost guests have to pay.

• In Vietnam cars run based on the fixed itinerary, so any request for change in itinerary there will be extra charge and it will be subject to availability as well.

Payment Terms

• 20% payment of tour cost upon confirmation of booking.

• 80% balance payment of tour cost 07 days before arrival date