23 Days · 22 Nights · Complete North-to-South Vietnam Coverage.
A twenty-three-day private journey covering Vietnam comprehensively — from the northern mountains and Ha Long Bay through the central heritage cities to the southern delta and islands. Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc, with time in each region.
Vietnam Complete Journey is our most comprehensive introduction to the country — a 23-day route covering Vietnam from north to south, with meaningful time in every region. Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and finally Phu Quoc island for a beach finale.
Where shorter Classic journeys cover the highlights, the Complete Journey covers the country — including the northern mountains of Sapa, the karst country of Ninh Binh, extended time at each central heritage city, and a proper Mekong Delta excursion with an overnight in Can Tho. The journey ends on Phu Quoc’s white-sand beaches — the perfect contrast to the cities and heritage that came before.
Six reasons this is the right journey for travellers who want the complete Vietnam experience.
Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc — the complete north-to-south journey.
Sapa’s Hmong villages, rice terraces, and Fansipan — the northern mountain section of Vietnam that shorter journeys miss.
Three nights in Hoi An and two nights in Hue give you time to properly explore Vietnam’s imperial heritage and artisan culture.
Two days and one night in the Mekong Delta — Cai Rang floating market at sunrise, a riverside lodge, and life on the water.
Two nights on Phu Quoc Island — a proper beach finale at one of Vietnam’s finest island resorts.
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and your own pace throughout. No group departures, no fixed dates.
Five regions across twenty-three days — a continuous flow from north to south, ending on an island.
A complete day-by-day itinerary covering Vietnam north to south. Every day can be adjusted.
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport where your private guide and driver are waiting. Transfer to Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi or similar. Afternoon at leisure. Evening welcome dinner at a restaurant specialising in northern Vietnamese cuisine.
Morning: private guided tour of the Temple of Literature (1070 AD), Vietnam’s first university. Continue to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda.
Afternoon: walking tour of the Old Quarter — the 36 craft streets and hidden temples. Evening: water puppet show, a 1,000-year-old Vietnamese art form.
Morning: private transfer to Sapa via the Noi Bai–Lao Cai expressway (approx. 5 hours). Check in to Topas Ecolodge or similar mountain retreat.
Afternoon: village walk around Sapa. Evening: dinner with a view of the rice terraces.
Full day: trekking through the Muong Hoa Valley to visit Hmong villages like Lao Chai and Ta Van. Afternoon: meeting with local artisans and a cooking class with a Hmong family. Evening: return to the lodge.
Morning: cable car to Fansipan — the highest peak in Indochina — and short walk at the summit. Afternoon: free time in Sapa town or the lodge. Evening: at leisure.
Morning: private transfer back to Hanoi (approx. 5 hours). Continue directly to Ninh Binh (approx. 2 hours) — Vietnam’s karst country. Check in to a boutique hotel or eco-lodge.
Evening: dinner at the hotel.
Morning: rowboat through the Trang An caves — the UNESCO-listed karst landscape. Continue to Hang Mua for the panoramic viewpoint hike.
Afternoon: cycling through the rice paddies around Tam Coc, followed by a visit to Bich Dong Pagoda.
Morning: private transfer to Ha Long Bay (approx. 4 hours). Board a private overnight cruise aboard a traditional wooden junk. Lunch on board as you cruise between the limestone islands.
Afternoon: kayaking among the karst formations, visit to a floating fishing village, and a cooking demonstration on board.
Morning: sunrise on the bay, tai chi on deck, and a cave visit. Brunch on board as you cruise back to port. Afternoon: private transfer to Hanoi. Evening: flight to Hue. Transfer to Azerai La Résidence Hue or similar.
Morning: private guided tour of the Hue Imperial Citadel, including the Forbidden Purple City. Continue to the royal tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh.
Afternoon: Perfume River dragon boat cruise to Thien Mu Pagoda. Evening: private imperial cuisine dinner.
Morning: private transfer via the Hai Van Pass — one of Asia’s great coastal drives — with a stop at Lang Co Beach. Continue to the Marble Mountains near Da Nang.
Afternoon: arrive in Hoi An. Evening: stroll through the lantern-lit Ancient Town.
Morning: private guided tour of Hoi An Ancient Town — the Japanese Covered Bridge, merchant houses, and assembly halls. Continue to Cam Thanh for a market tour and cooking class.
Afternoon: lantern-making workshop with a local artisan. Evening: dinner at a riverside restaurant.
Morning: private excursion to My Son Sanctuary — the ancient Cham temple complex (UNESCO). Afternoon: return to Hoi An for free time at An Bang Beach or the resort.
Evening: at leisure.
Full day at leisure in Hoi An. Optional: tailor fittings, spa treatments, additional cooking classes, or a day at An Bang Beach. Evening: at leisure.
Morning: private transfer to Da Nang International Airport. Flight to Nha Trang. Transfer to a beachfront resort — Six Senses Ninh Van Bay or similar.
Afternoon: free time at the beach or pool.
Full day: private boat trip through Nha Trang Bay — island hopping, snorkelling, and a fresh seafood lunch on board. Afternoon: optional mud bath at I-Resort or Thap Ba.
Evening: dinner at a Nha Trang restaurant.
Morning: private transfer to Cam Ranh International Airport. Flight to Saigon. Transfer to Park Hyatt Saigon or similar.
Afternoon: guided tour of Saigon — Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, and the Reunification Palace. Evening: dinner at a Saigon restaurant.
Morning: private excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels — the wartime tunnel network used by the Viet Cong.
Afternoon: return to Saigon. Visit the War Remnants Museum and the historic Dong Khoi Street. Evening: at leisure.
Morning: private transfer to Can Tho (approx. 3.5 hours). Check in to a riverside lodge. Afternoon: boat trip through the small canals and visits to a fruit orchard.
Evening: dinner at the lodge.
Morning: sunrise boat trip to Cai Rang floating market — Vietnam’s largest floating market. Continue to a family-owned rice noodle workshop and a cacao farm.
Afternoon: return to Saigon (approx. 3.5 hours). Evening: at leisure.
Morning: private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Flight to Phu Quoc Island. Transfer to JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay or similar beach resort.
Afternoon: free time at the beach or pool. Evening: dinner at the resort.
Full day at leisure on Phu Quoc Island. Optional: island hopping, snorkelling, cable car to Hon Thom, night market visit, or a spa day at the resort.
Evening: sunset on the beach and dinner at the resort.
Morning: at leisure. Private transfer to Phu Quoc International Airport for your onward flight or international departure. Your guide assists with luggage and sees you off at the terminal.
Six experiences that define the complete Vietnam journey — cultural, scenic, and unforgettable.
Walk among emerald rice terraces to a Black Hmong village, meet local families, and share a meal with a Hmong family.
Row through UNESCO-listed karst scenery — hidden caves, temples, and limestone peaks rising from emerald water.
Kayak through hidden lagoons, watch the sunset from the deck, and fall asleep surrounded by limestone islands.
Walk through the Forbidden Purple City, see the royal tombs, and cruise the Perfume River by dragon boat to Thien Mu Pagoda.
Wander the Ancient Town at dusk — lanterns, lanterns, and more lanterns — with a cooking class and craft workshop along the way.
Board a small boat at dawn and weave through a floating market bursting with tropical fruit and local life.
A balanced, comfortable pace — with rest days, beach time, and free evenings built in throughout.
22 nights across nine properties — including 1 night on a Ha Long Bay cruise and 1 night in the Mekong Delta.
Vietnam’s most storied hotel — a Hanoi landmark since 1901, with the Metropole Wing, Opera Wing, and legendary service.
A mountain sanctuary above Sapa’s rice terraces — infinity pool, spa, and complete highland quiet.
Boutique property overlooking the karst valleys of Ninh Binh — quiet, green, and perfectly placed for exploring Tam Coc and Trang An.
Traditional wooden junk with luxury cabins, private dining, and personalised service.
Colonial-era riverside property on the Perfume River, with gardens, spa, and easy access to the Imperial Citadel.
Vietnam’s most iconic beach resort — private pool villas, three pools, a world-class spa, and access to three UNESCO Heritage sites.
Private island sanctuary with water villas, direct snorkelling access, and the largest spa in Vietnam.
Saigon’s most elegant address — colonial-inspired rooms, a serene spa, and steps from the city’s finest dining.
Riverside lodge in Can Tho, gateway to Cai Rang floating market.
Bill Bensley’s fictional university by the sea — every corner an adventure. The most distinctive luxury resort in Vietnam.
A private journey designed to take care of the logistics so you can focus on the experience.
Indicative pricing starts at $5,890 per person, based on two travellers sharing in low season. Final pricing depends on travel dates, the number of travellers, room configuration, hotel selection, and activities. Share your details and we will send a personalised proposal with a detailed costing — usually within 24 hours.
Every element of this journey can be adjusted, extended, or replaced. Here are the most popular changes travellers ask for.
Extend north to the Ha Giang plateau — dramatic mountain roads, remote villages, and some of Vietnam’s most spectacular scenery.
Finish the journey with two to three nights on Con Dao — Vietnam’s most exclusive island, with Six Senses Con Dao.
Continue the journey into Cambodia (Angkor, Phnom Penh) or Laos (Luang Prabang, the Mekong) as a multi-country adventure.
Move to five-star properties with larger suites, private pools, and more extensive facilities throughout.
Add three to five nights on Phu Quoc — extend your beach finale at Vietnam’s finest island resort.
Add extra nights, remove activities, and give yourself more free time at each destination.
Add a stay on Con Dao, more time in Sapa, or extra beach days for the Vietnam Grand Journey experience.
Fully private Ha Long Bay cruises, private riverboats in the Mekong, and standalone villas at select resorts.
Adapt the journey for three generations travelling together — with connecting rooms and activity for all ages.
“If you have three weeks for Vietnam and want to see the whole country properly, this is the journey. It covers every major region — Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc — at a comfortable pace with time to actually enjoy each stop. The Phu Quoc beach finale is the perfect contrast to the cities and heritage that came before.”
Genuine testimonials from travellers who took Vietnam Complete Journey.
“Twenty-three days was perfect. We saw everything we wanted — Sapa, Ha Long Bay, all four historic cities, the Mekong Delta — and we never felt rushed. Ending on Phu Quoc was the best decision we made.”
“We wanted to see Vietnam properly on one trip. Vietnam Complete Journey gave us exactly that. Our guide was exceptional, the hotels were beautiful, and the Sapa trek and Mekong Delta floating market were the two experiences we will never forget.”
You’ll arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. Your private guide and driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall with a name board, and will transfer you directly to your hotel.
You’ll depart from Phu Quoc International Airport. A private transfer and a personal send-off are included on Day 23. Extensions to Cambodia or Laos can be arranged.
Most nationalities require a visa for Vietnam. We can provide a visa approval letter to support an e-visa application, and our team will guide you through the process once your tour is confirmed.
October to April is the best window for this journey. October and November are ideal for the north; February to April for the centre and south. Phu Quoc is at its best from November to April.
Vietnam Complete Journey includes moderate trekking in Sapa, kayaking in Ha Long Bay, walking through villages, and cycling in Ninh Binh. Moderate fitness is sufficient.
Vietnam is a safe, welcoming destination. We recommend travel insurance that covers medical care, trip cancellation, and any adventure activities you plan to take part in.
Light layers for the north, swimwear for Ha Long Bay, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc, comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, and a light rain jacket for the shoulder months.
Four domestic flights are included: Hanoi–Hue, Da Nang–Nha Trang, Nha Trang–Saigon, and Saigon–Phu Quoc. All other travel is by private air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver.
Yes. Twenty-three days covers Vietnam comprehensively — Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc. It is the complete north-to-south journey with time in each region.
October to April is the best window for this journey. October and November are ideal for the north; February to April for the centre and south. Phu Quoc is at its best from November to April.
Yes. Vietnam Complete Journey is a private journey — your own guide, your own transportation, and your own pace. No group departures, no fixed dates.
Four internal flights: Hanoi to Hue, Da Nang to Nha Trang, Nha Trang to Saigon, and Saigon to Phu Quoc. All domestic flights are included in the tour price.
Sapa is a 3-night stay — Days 3 to 6. You will trek in the Muong Hoa Valley, visit Hmong villages, and ride the Fansipan cable car.
Yes. You board the cruise on Day 8 and disembark on Day 9. The overnight cruise includes kayaking, a cooking demonstration, and dinner on board.
The Mekong Delta excursion is 2 days and 1 night. You drive from Saigon to Can Tho on Day 19, stay overnight at a riverside lodge, take a sunrise boat trip to the Cai Rang floating market on Day 20, and return to Saigon the same afternoon.
You stay 2 nights in Phu Quoc — the island beach finale to your journey. Beach time at a resort on Long Beach, Ong Lang, or Bai Truong.
Yes. Vietnam Complete Journey can be extended with additional nights in any destination, a stay on Con Dao, or a Laos or Cambodia extension.
International flights, Vietnam visa fees, travel insurance, personal expenses, meals not specified in the itinerary, optional activities, and tips are not included. Domestic flights and airport transfers within Vietnam are included.
If this tour is close but not quite right, these other Classic Vietnam journeys may suit you better.
Tell us about your travel style — the pace you prefer, the experiences you’re dreaming of, the properties you want to stay at — and we’ll craft a version of this journey that fits perfectly.
