Want to experience Vietnam through food, culture, mountain villages, nature reserves, limestone landscapes, heritage towns, bay cruising, and Mekong Delta river life? This 15-day Epic Vietnam Journey takes you from Hanoi to Ha Giang, Pu Luong, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, and the Mekong Delta before your final airport drop-off.
View Itinerary Book This TourThis Epic Vietnam Journey is designed for adventurers and culture lovers who want a broad route across the country. Start with Hanoi food and culture, continue into Ha Giang’s ethnic villages and mountain roads, explore Pu Luong and Ninh Binh, cruise Ha Long Bay, discover Hoi An and Hue, then finish with Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta.
Begin with airport pickup, a Hanoi food tour, the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, Museum of Ethnology, and Old Quarter cyclo ride.
Visit Thon Tha, Ha Thanh Waterfall, Lung Tam Linen Village, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Skypath, Dong Van, Lao Xa, Nam Dam, and Lung Khuy Cave.
Explore Don Hamlet and Hieu Hamlet, with peaceful countryside, terraced rice fields, ethnic villages, and mountain scenery.
Visit Tom Village, Tam Coc, Hoa Lu Temple, limestone caves, rice fields, and the landscape often called “Ha Long Bay on land.”
Cruise Ha Long Bay, visit Luon Cave, Titov Island, Sung Sot Cave, then continue to Hoi An, Bay Mau Coconut Forest, An Bang Beach, and Hue.
End with Hue heritage, Ho Chi Minh City landmarks, My Tho, Vinh Trang Pagoda, Ben Tre coconut groves, and Mekong river life.
Follow the journey step by step, from Hanoi arrival to Ha Giang, Pu Luong, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, and your final airport drop-off.
Arrive in Hanoi, where your guide welcomes you at the airport and arranges a comfortable transfer to your hotel in the city.
After some rest, join an afternoon food tour through Hanoi’s lively streets, tasting local favorites such as pho, banh mi, and egg coffee while learning about the city’s culinary traditions.
Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his stilt house, and the One Pillar Pagoda.
Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and walk through peaceful courtyards connected to the country’s scholarly past.
Visit the Museum of Ethnology to learn about Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups, then ride a cyclo through the lively streets of Hanoi Old Quarter.
Depart Hanoi at 8:00 AM by private car and travel toward Ha Giang, a northern province known for mountains, ethnic diversity, and dramatic landscapes.
Arrive at Thon Tha Village, a Tay ethnic community surrounded by peaceful scenery, then walk around the village and meet local people.
Take a short hike to Ha Thanh Waterfall, a quiet natural spot for relaxing, before staying overnight in a private bungalow at a Tay family homestay.
After breakfast, travel from Thon Tha to Dong Van through winding mountain roads and northern highland scenery.
Stop at Yen Minh and Lung Tam Linen Village, where H’mong people create linen fabrics using traditional methods.
Enjoy one of the day’s highlights at Ma Pi Leng Pass, known for mountain and valley views, then take a scenic hike on the Skypath before staying overnight in Dong Van town.
Visit the H’mong King Palace, an old royal home with unique architecture and stories connected to H’mong history and traditions.
Continue to Lao Xa Village, where you can see traditional H’mong houses and meet local families.
Arrive in Nam Dam Village, home to the Dao ethnic group, and stay overnight in a private bungalow at a Dao family homestay.
Start the day at Lung Khuy Cave, a hidden gem filled with stalactites and stalagmites that create a magical underground atmosphere.
After the cave visit, travel back to Hanoi by private car, arriving by late afternoon with the evening free to relax at your hotel.
Leave Hanoi at 8:00 AM and travel to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, a peaceful region known for terraced rice fields, lush greenery, and mountain villages.
Explore Don Hamlet and Hieu Hamlet, where countryside views, local life, and unspoiled natural scenery create a slower mountain experience.
Stay overnight in Pu Luong and enjoy the quiet surroundings of the nature reserve.
After breakfast, travel from Pu Luong to Ninh Binh, beginning with Tom Village to see traditional water wheels used by local people for farming.
Continue to Tam Coc, often called “Ha Long Bay on land,” and take a scenic boat ride through limestone caves and rice field landscapes.
Later, visit Hoa Lu Temple, the ancient capital of Vietnam, before spending the night in Tam Coc.
Depart at 7:45 AM and travel to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for limestone islands rising from emerald water.
Board the cruise and enjoy the view as the bay opens around you, with limestone formations and calm water creating one of Vietnam’s most iconic scenes.
Visit Luon Cave by kayak or rowboat, then continue to Titov Island for panoramic views or a chance to swim before staying overnight onboard.
Begin the morning with Tai Chi on the cruise deck, then visit Sung Sot Cave, one of Ha Long Bay’s largest and most beautiful caves.
After disembarking around 11:00 AM, transfer to the airport for your flight to Da Nang.
Upon arrival in Da Nang, transfer to Hoi An and spend the night in the charming ancient town.
Spend the day walking through Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO-recognized area known for centuries-old architecture, lanterns, and riverside charm.
Visit Bay Mau Coconut Forest for a basket boat ride and a glimpse into local fishing techniques.
End the day with time to relax on An Bang Beach before spending another night in Hoi An.
Travel from Hoi An to Hue via the Hai Van Pass, a breathtaking coastal route with mountain and sea views.
Upon reaching Hue, explore the Hue Citadel, the former imperial capital of Vietnam and one of the country’s most important historical complexes.
Begin the day with Tu Hieu Pagoda and Tu Duc Mausoleum, two heritage sites connected to Hue’s spiritual and imperial past.
Stop at Xuan Thuy Incense Village to see traditional incense-making before flying to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.
Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and stay overnight in Vietnam’s vibrant southern metropolis.
Explore the Mekong Delta, beginning with My Tho and the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda.
Take a boat cruise along the Mekong River and continue to Ben Tre, where coconut groves and local life reveal the character of the delta.
After a day of river scenery and cultural experiences, return to Ho Chi Minh City for your final night.
Visit key Ho Chi Minh City landmarks, including the War Remnants Museum, Independence Palace, and Notre Dame Cathedral.
After the city tour, transfer to the airport for departure, concluding your 15-day Epic Vietnam Journey.
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Real stories from travelers who joined YESD for authentic, responsible, and locally connected travel experiences in Vietnam.
Well what can I say about my Ha Chiang loop trip I did with Yesd. They were excellent from start to finish. As a 54 year old man I did the loop solo with my driver Chinh as I wanted to avoid the happy water and karaoke aspect. Chinh understood this perfectly and took me on a fabulous trip. We took local routes when he could, avoiding some of main routes. He kept ahead of the ‘Mongolian army’ as he called the throngs of other loopers and often arrived at view points before they arrived …
It was a unique experience that allowed me to truly experience sustainable tourism. The activities took place in breathtaking landscapes and gave us the opportunity to learn firsthand about the traditions and lifestyle of the local communities. The team was very attentive and took care of every detail to ensure we enjoyed our stay to the fullest.
Realmente lo recomiendo! es una manera hermosa de descubrir Ha Giang y, al mismo tiempo, contribuir a un turismo responsable.
An amazing experience! Incredible guides! You almost feel privileged compared to other groups. The accommodation is top-notch; the house, the welcome, the meals—everything is perfect. The mountain trek is magical, the motorbike trek is insane, incredible views the whole time, and super enriching stories. Thank you again to the entire YESD Travel team; they are truly wonderful people.
Practical answers to help you understand the route, travel style, Hanoi food tour, Ha Giang mountain section, Pu Luong and Ninh Binh nature stops, Ha Long Bay cruise, Central Vietnam heritage, Mekong Delta experience, and inclusions.
This tour lasts 15 days, starting with arrival in Hanoi and ending with airport drop-off after a Ho Chi Minh City tour.
The itinerary includes Hanoi, Thon Tha Village, Ha Giang, Dong Van, Nam Dam, Pu Luong, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Ben Tre, and the Mekong Delta.
Yes. The route combines food, city history, ethnic villages, mountain roads, caves, rice terraces, limestone landscapes, bay cruising, heritage towns, imperial history, and Mekong Delta river life.
Yes. The Ha Giang section includes Thon Tha Village, Ha Thanh Waterfall, Lung Tam Linen Village, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Skypath, Dong Van, H’mong King Palace, Lao Xa Village, Nam Dam Village, and Lung Khuy Cave.
Yes. The itinerary includes Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Don Hamlet, Hieu Hamlet, Tom Village, Tam Coc, Hoa Lu Temple, limestone caves, and rice field scenery in Ninh Binh.
Yes. The tour includes an overnight Ha Long Bay cruise with Luon Cave, Titov Island, Tai Chi, Sung Sot Cave, and onboard bay scenery.
The Central Vietnam section includes Hoi An Ancient Town, Bay Mau Coconut Forest, An Bang Beach, the Hai Van Pass, Hue Citadel, Tu Hieu Pagoda, Tu Duc Mausoleum, and Xuan Thuy Incense Village.
Yes. Day 14 includes the Mekong Delta, with My Tho, Vinh Trang Pagoda, a boat cruise on the Mekong River, Ben Tre coconut groves, and local cultural experiences.
Ground transport, English-speaking guide, accommodation, and activities and meals mentioned in the itinerary are included.
Yes. The itinerary may change or be cancelled due to weather conditions or operational factors such as flights, bay cruises, mountain roads, and local activity schedules.