Day 1 | Montreal → Hanoi — Departure

Board your international flight to Hanoi.

Day 2 | Hanoi — Arrival

Airport welcome by our representative; hotel check-in in the capital

Day 3 | Hanoi — Full Day City Tour & Water Puppet Show

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, traditional Water Puppet Show

Day 4 | Hanoi — Halong Bay Cruise

Departure to Halong Bay; board a traditional Junk boat; cruise among limestone formations and floating villages; dinner and overnight on board

Day 5 | Halong Bay — Hanoi — Da Nang — Hoi An

Dawn cruise; optional Tai Chi on deck; disembark and fly to Da Nang; transfer to Hoi An for check-in

Day 6 | Tra Que Herb Garden — Cooking Class — Hoi An Ancient Town

Cycle to the central market; organic herb garden visit; Vietnamese cooking class; afternoon exploration of Hoi An Ancient Town and the Japanese Covered Bridge

Day 7 | Hoi An — Marble Mountains — Huế

Scenic coastal drive; Marble Mountains stop; Imperial Citadel of Huế; free time at Dong Ba Market

Day 8 | Huế City Tour — Flight to Saigon

Dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River; Thien Mu Pagoda; royal mausoleums of Tu Duc and Minh Mang; evening flight to Saigon

Day 9 | Saigon — Cai Be Floating Market — Can Tho

Motorboat through the Mekong Delta; Cai Be Floating Market; Binh Hoa Phuoc village life; folk music; overnight in Can Tho

Day 10 | Cai Rang Floating Market — Return to Saigon

Early morning at Cai Rang — the largest floating market in the Delta; rice processing factory visit; afternoon return to Saigon

Day 11 | Cu Chi Tunnels — Saigon City Tour

Underground Cu Chi tunnel network; Notre Dame Cathedral; Central Post Office; Presidential Palace; War Remnants Museum

Day 12 | Saigon — Departure

Free morning at leisure; transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) for your departure flight

Included in your Package

✓ International flight from Montreal roundtrip

✓ Meet and greet by our representative upon arrival and private transfers

✓ Transfers (airport – hotel – airport): Days 1 and 11

✓ Private vehicle with driver for all land transfers and excursions

✓ Local English-speaking guide throughout the program: Days 1 to 11

✓ Overnight cruise on traditional Junk boat: Day 3

✓ Domestic flights: Hanoi – Da Nang (Day 4) and Huế – Saigon (Day 7)

✓ Hotel accommodation throughout: Days 1 to 10

✓ Meals as indicated per day (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)

✓ Cooking class at Tra Que herb garden: Day 5

✓ Water Puppet Show: Day 2

✓ Dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River: Day 7

✓ Motorboat excursion on the Mekong Delta: Days 8 & 9

✓ One bottle of water per day per person

✓ All entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary

✓ Taxes and permits

Not Included in your Package

✗ Travel insurance

✗ Visa fees (e-visa required for most nationalities)

✗ Excess baggage fees

✗ Dinners: Days 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 — free to dine at leisure ($)

✗ Lunches: Days 1, 3, 11

✗ Beverages (except daily water bottle)

✗ Tips for guides and drivers

✗ Personal expenses and souvenirs

✗ Optional activities not mentioned in the program

✗ Late check-out fees (Day 11 — available upon request)

Tour package rates – Tour package rates are starting-from prices per person, based on double occupancy, and include the applicable flight rates and taxes. Rates are valid for the specified travel dates and are based on the itinerary details, selected flights and airline, specified hotels and accommodations, and meal plan indicated in the itinerary. Hotel ratings may differ from North American standards. Rates and hotel selections are subject to availability at the time of reservation and may change until all travel arrangements are confirmed. Any changes to the travel dates, itinerary, flights, hotels, accommodations, meal plan, or occupancy may result in revised rates.

Group departure rates – Group departure rates are valid only for the specified group, departure and return dates, selected hotels, and designated airline included in the quotation. These rates are subject to availability and apply exclusively to that specific group departure. Changes to the group size, travel dates, hotels, airline, or itinerary may result in revised rates.

Custom quote available on request – A custom quote will be prepared based on your requested travel dates, itinerary, selected flights and airline, accommodations, hotel selections, meal plan, and included services. Rates are starting-from prices per person, based on double occupancy, and include applicable taxes unless otherwise specified.

General Information — Vietnam

Vietnam is a captivating Southeast Asian country stretching over 1,600 km along the South China Sea, offering a remarkable blend of ancient history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture. From the misty mountains of the north to the lush Mekong Delta in the south, Vietnam is one of Asia's most rewarding travel destinations.

Practical Details

• Language: Vietnamese (official); English widely spoken in tourist areas
• Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND) — USD also widely accepted
• Time Zone: UTC+7 (Indochina Time) — no daylight saving time
• Climate: Tropical; north has 4 seasons, south is warm year-round; best time varies by region
• Electricity: 220V / Type A, C, and F plugs
• Best Time to Visit: February to April (dry season across most regions)

Visitor Requirements

• Entry: Visa required for most nationalities — e-visa available online (90 days, single or multiple entry)
• Passport: Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond travel dates
• Health: No mandatory vaccinations; Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and travel insurance strongly recommended
• Customs: Standard international customs rules apply; declare items over $5,000 USD
• Currency: No limit on foreign currency; amounts over $5,000 USD must be declared on arrival
• Airport: Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) – Hanoi; Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) – Saigon
• Domestic Flights: Included in itinerary — Hanoi to Da Nang (Day 4) and Huế to Saigon (Day 7)
• Local Transport: All transfers and excursions managed by our local guide and representative
• Mobile/Internet: Excellent 4G coverage nationwide; local SIM cards available at airports