Vietnam 12-Day Private Tour for First Timers
The Ultimate Vietnam 12 day tour for First Timers: This itinerary covering must see destination and covering highlights such as Saigon, Mekong, Hoi An, Hue, Halong Bay cruise and Hanoi. Peruse this well-planned private tour, with flexible itinerary to explore both the essential and highly recommended places for first-time travelers in Vietnam.
Day 1 Saigon
Meal: None
Day 2 Cu Chi Tunnels
Spend the morning discovering the warfare tactics of the Viet Cong at the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. Stop for lunch at an organic farm before returning to Saigon for an afternoon private city tour. This fascinating city is a blend of colonial architecture and modern innovation, wearing its history on its sleeve.
Follow the 12 days tour of Vietnam for first timers – Visit the poignant War Remnants Museum, along with the Reunification Palace, the French Colonial Central Post Office, and the 19th-century Notre-Dame Cathedral, decorated with festive lights.
Meal: B
Day 3 Mekong River Delta
Meal: B – L
Day 4 Fly to Hoi An
Take a short flight to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. This UNESCO-listed town is a delight to explore, with traditional silk lanterns lining the streets and gondolas bobbing on the river. Visit an old merchant family’s house, Quan Cong Temple, the elaborate Japanese Bridge and the bustling market before dinner. Afterwards, why not visit one of the town’s legendary late-night tailors? The clothes-makers here are famous for their ability to deliver high-quality, custom-fit clothing in just 24 hours.
Meal: B-L
Day 5 Tra Que Village
Meal: B – L
Day 6 Hue
Drive across the famously scenic Hai Van Pass to reach Hue. This atmospheric city was once the seat of the Nguyen emperors, who ruled Central Vietnam in the 19th century. Visit the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. Later, visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and take a cruise on the Perfume River.
Meal: B
Day 7 Royal tombs
Meal: B
Day 8 Explore capital city
Take a private tour of the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, learning the story of its namesake – the former kitchen boy who rose to the status of revolutionary leader and eventually president. See his Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, and the humble Stilt House he called home. Also, visit the One Pillar Pagoda and the Confucian Temple of Literature. End the day’s explorations with a rickshaw tour through the Old Quarter and enjoy a flavourful Vietnamese egg coffee.
Meal: B
Day 9 Halong Bay
Board a traditional sailing ship on Halong Bay and cruise out into its tranquil waters. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vision of awe-inspiring beauty, it’s easy to see why it is one of Vietnam’s most beloved destinations. Enjoy excursions such as kayaking or exploring island caves this afternoon.
Meal: B – L – D
Day 10 Lan Ha Bay
Start the day by watching the sun rise over Halong Bay. Sail into Lan Ha Bay – Halong’s equally beautiful but lesser-known twin. Today, choose from included activities such as kayaking at Ho Ba Ham (Three Tunnel Lake) or let a local fisherman row you around a floating fishing village, home to multiple generations of fishermen and their families. Spend the second night on board.
Meal: B – L – D
Accommodation 4 star at Victoria Cruise / Deluxe Ocean View
Day 11 Quintessence of Tonkin show
Meal: Brunch
Day 12 Departure
Enjoy the leisurely breakfast at the hotel, later, private transfer to the airport, departure. End of the 12 days Vietnam tour for first timers
Meal: B
- Tour Inclusions: 12 days Vietnam tour for first timers
- 9 nights 4 stars class hotels + 2 night aboard deluxe junk boat (private en suite cabin)
- 11 breakfast, 5 lunch, 2 dinner
- Bicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking class
- Guided daily sightseeing
- Sampan boat trips in the Mekong Delta
- Escorted by local English speaking tour guides
- Halong Bay Junk boat cruise – opt to swim, kayak and explore caves
- Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 12
- All relevant transfers, transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Mineral water during day tour (1 bottle of mineral / day / person)
Price are per person in USD
All prices are valid through 2025 [Except Christmas & Vietnam Lunar New Year] ‘Single’ prices are applicable to solo travelers on separate surcharge.
Flight mentioned in tour aren’t include on final price.
- 2 - 3 pax: 1652
- 4 - 5 pax: 1314
- 6 - 7 pax: 1182
- 8 - 9 pax: 1144
- Single surcharge: 501
