One country. Twelve destinations. Thirty days. One unforgettable journey.
Join us for the ultimate immersion into Vietnam — a country of staggering diversity, where limestone karsts rise from emerald waters, winding mountain roads carve through terraced rice paddies, ancient imperial citadels guard centuries of history, and remote islands offer the kind of solitude you find only at the edge of the world.
This is not a checklist tour. This is a slow-travel experience designed for travelers who want to feel each region, not just see it.
Why the Vietnam Grand Journey Is Different
Most Vietnam tours rush. They pack 15 cities into 10 days and leave you exhausted, with photographs but no memories.
The Vietnam Grand Journey takes a different approach. Designed and operated by a tour operator with 10 years of hands-on experience across every region of Vietnam, this 30-day journey gives each destination the time it deserves. You will not just visit — you will experience:
- Wake up on a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay and spend two full days sailing past limestone giants.
- Ride the legendary Ha Giang loop on a motorbike (or passenger on our support vehicle), with sunrise at Ma Pi Leng Pass as your reward.
- Float through the karst caves of Trang An in Ninh Binh, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape that looks like it was carved by gods.
- Explore the Imperial City of Hue, where emperors ruled and history lives in every brick.
- Lose yourself in the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An at night, then spend the morning learning to make Vietnamese food from local cooks.
- Fly to the coastal city of Quy Nhon — a place most tourists skip — for pristine beaches, dramatic coastal cliffs, and some of Vietnam’s best seafood.
- End your journey on Con Dao, a remote archipelago once hidden, now one of Southeast Asia’s most underrated island destinations, with powder-soft beaches and a poignant history.
This tour covers the entire country — north to south — with carefully chosen stops that showcase Vietnam’s natural beauty, deep culture, and warm hospitality, as highlighted by Vietnam Travel.
Full Itinerary (Day-by-Day)
Route Overview
Hanoi → Ha Giang → Moc Chau → Mai Chau → Pu Luong → Ninh Binh → Phong Nha → Hue → Da Nang → Hoi An → Quy Nhon → Ho Chi Minh City → Con Dao
- Duration: 30 days / 29 nights
- Start: Hanoi (Noi Bai Airport)
- End: Con Dao (Con Dao Airport)
- Transport: Private vehicles, buses, domestic flights
- Style: Exploration | Culture | Nature | Food | Relaxation
- Target: International travelers | Premium Vietnamese travelers | Long-stay tour groups | Family groups | Friends groups
DAY 1-2: HANOI — 2 NIGHTS
Explore the thousand-year-old capital
Day 1 — Arrival in Hanoi
- Airport pickup at Noi Bai International Airport.
- Private transfer to central hotel. Check-in and rest after the flight.
- Evening free to explore the Old Quarter.
- Evening Hanoi culinary experience: Pho Hanoi, Bun Cha, Ca Phe Trung (egg coffee), walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, Ta Hien Street / Old Quarter.
Day 2 — Hanoi City Tour
- Morning: Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour.
- Afternoon: Temple of Literature (Van Mieu — Quoc Tu Giam), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ba Dinh area, West Lake (Ho Tay).
- Evening: Traditional cultural performance or Hanoi food tour.
- Overnight: Hanoi
DAY 3-5: HA GIANG — 3 NIGHTS
Vietnam’s most spectacular mountain road
Day 3 — Hanoi to Ha Giang (by road)
- Morning departure from Hanoi by private vehicle.
- Scenic drive through midland and northern mountain regions. Learn about the daily life of ethnic communities along the way.
- Check-in in Ha Giang City. Evening: local dinner and rest.
Day 4 — Ha Giang — Dong Van — Meo Vac
- Dedicated day on the iconic limestone plateau road: Quan Ba, Doi (Twin) Mountain of Quan Ba, Yen Minh, Dong Van Old Town, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Nho Que River.
Day 5 — Ha Giang Culture Day
- Visit local villages, learn about Hmong, Tay, and Dao culture.
- Local market visit (if timing aligns). Highland cuisine experience.
- Rest and prepare for the next leg.
- Overnight: Ha Giang
DAY 6-8: MOC CHAU — 3 NIGHTS
Green plateau amid the northwest forests
Day 6 — Ha Giang to Moc Chau
- Morning departure. Scenic drive through mountain roads. Check-in at Moc Chau, rest and relax.
Day 7 — Discover Moc Chau
- Moc Chau tea hills, flower valley, ethnic villages, local farms. Tea/agricultural experience (seasonal).
Day 8 — Moc Chau — Local Immersion
- Optional activities: Light trekking, cycling, homestay experience, cooking class, cultural exchange.
- Overnight: Moc Chau
DAY 9-10: MAI CHAU — 2 NIGHTS
Slow living in the northwest valley
Day 9 — Moc Chau to Mai Chau
- Transfer to Mai Chau. Check-in at homestay or resort. Cycle around the village, explore traditional stilt houses.
Day 10 — Mai Chau
- Light trekking through surrounding villages. Learn about Thai ethnic culture. Local lunch experience.
- Evening: Optional traditional cultural performance.
- Overnight: Mai Chau
DAY 11-12: PU LUONG — 2 NIGHTS
Wild nature and terraced rice fields
Day 11 — Mai Chau to Pu Luong
- Transfer to Pu Luong. Check-in at resort or homestay in nature. Short trekking, view terraced rice fields.
Day 12 — Pu Luong Experience
- A full nature day: Trekking through villages, waterfalls, terraced rice fields, traditional water wheels, meal with a local family, valley sunset.
- Overnight: Pu Luong
DAY 13-14: NINH BINH — 2 NIGHTS
“Halong on Land” of Vietnam
Day 13 — Pu Luong to Ninh Binh
- Afternoon arrival, check-in. Visit Tam Coc area, cycle through rice paddies and limestone karsts.
Day 14 — Ninh Binh
- Trang An — boat through the cave system. Bai Dinh Temple or Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. Mua Cave (Hang Mua) for a panoramic view of limestone karsts.
- Overnight: Ninh Binh
DAY 15-16: PHONG NHA — 2 NIGHTS
The kingdom of caves
Day 15 — Ninh Binh to Phong Nha
- Depart for central Vietnam. Check-in at Phong Nha. Afternoon relaxation. Evening: explore Phong Nha town.
Day 16 — Phong Nha
- Standard option: Phong Nha Cave, River Son, Thien Duong Cave (Paradise Cave).
- Adventure option: Forest trekking, specialized cave exploration, nature immersion.
- Overnight: Phong Nha
DAY 17-18: HUE — 2 NIGHTS
The last citadel of the Nguyen Dynasty
Day 17 — Phong Nha to Hue
- Transfer to Hue. Visit the Imperial City (The Citadel), Royal Palace. Rest and relax.
- Evening: Enjoy Nguyen royal cuisine or Hue specialty food, Perfume River boat cruise (weather permitting).
Day 18 — Hue Culture Day
- Imperial City, Khai Dinh Mausoleum, Minh Mang or Tu Duc Mausoleum, Thien Mu Pagoda, Dong Ba Market.
- Overnight: Hue
DAY 19-20: DA NANG — HOI AN — 2 NIGHTS
From modern coastal city to heritage ancient town
Day 19 — Hue to Da Nang to Hoi An
- Hai Van Pass, stop for views at Da Nang, Son Tra Peninsula if time permits, Marble Mountains (Ngũ Hành Sơn).
- Arrive Hoi An, check-in.
- Evening: Ancient Town walking tour, Japanese Covered Bridge, assembly halls, Hoi An lanterns, street food.
Day 20 — Hoi An
- Option A (Culture): Ancient Town, old houses, craft villages.
- Option B (Experience): Cooking class, countryside cycling, basket boat experience, Tra Que vegetable village.
- Option C (Relaxation): An Bang Beach, resort day.
- Overnight: Hoi An
DAY 21-23: QUY NHON — 3 NIGHTS
A seaside paradise still full of raw charm
Day 21 — Hoi An to Quy Nhon
- Transfer south. Check-in at Quy Nhon. Afternoon beach relaxation.
Day 22 — Quy Nhon — Sea and Culture
- Eo Gio, Ky Co, Ngoc Hoa Pagoda, local fishing villages, fresh local seafood.
Day 23 — Quy Nhon — Free Experience
- Design options: Beach day, island tour, diving/snorkeling, food tour, Cham Towers, spa/resort.
- Overnight: Quy Nhon
DAY 24-25: HO CHI MINH CITY — 2 NIGHTS
The energetic rhythm of the south
Day 24 — Quy Nhon to Ho Chi Minh City
- Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City, check-in.
- City center exploration: Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Independence Palace (Dinh Doc Lap), Nguyen Hue Walking Street.
- Evening: Rooftop bar, food tour, nightlife exploration.
Day 25 — Ho Chi Minh City
- Option 1: Cu Chi Tunnels + city tour.
- Option 2: Mekong Delta day trip.
- Option 3: Saigon food and culture tour.
- Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
DAY 26-29: CON DAO — 4 NIGHTS
A fulfilling end with 4 days of island relaxation
Day 26 — Ho Chi Minh City to Con Dao
- Domestic flight to Con Dao. Check-in at resort or hotel. Relaxation, sunset beach experience.
Day 27 — Discover Con Dao
- Dam Trau Beach, coastal road, Con Dao Town, local market, seaside sunset.
Day 28 — Nature & Island Experience
- Island boat tour, snorkeling, scuba diving, explore small islands, nature viewing.
Day 29 — Free & Wellness Day
- Full day for guests: Beach, spa, yoga, resort time, kayaking, photography, seafood dining.
- Overnight: Con Dao
DAY 30: CON DAO — END OF TOUR
- Breakfast, check-out. Transfer to Con Dao Airport. End of program.
What’s Included / Not Included
What’s Included
- All land transportation: private vehicles, airport transfers, and local transfers as per itinerary.
- Domestic flights: as specified (confirmed at booking).
- Accommodation: 29 nights in selected hotels, homestays, and one cruise (3-4 star standard, subject to availability).
- Meals: Breakfast daily. Selected lunches and dinners as indicated in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees: all parks, museums, show entries, and activities listed in the itinerary.
- Activities: Trang An boat, Halong Bay cruise, cooking class, basket boat, Cu Chi Tunnels visit, Con Dao prison tour, lantern release in Hoi An.
- Guide: English-speaking local guide throughout, plus specialized guides in Ha Giang, Hoi An, and Con Dao.
- Tour support: 24/7 emergency contact during the tour.
- Drinking water on vehicle.
What’s Not Included
- International airfare to and from Vietnam.
- Visa fees for Vietnam (if applicable).
- Personal expenses: drinks, snacks beyond included meals, spa, laundry, souvenirs.
- Single supplement (if available).
- Travel insurance.
- Tips for guide and driver (optional, recommended $5 to $10 per day per person).
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary.
- Excess baggage charges (check airline policy).
- Medical costs or hospitalization.
Why Choose the Vietnam Grand Journey with V-International
- First-Hand Experience: Every route in this tour has been tested by our team. We know the best viewpoints, reliable boat operators, warm homestays, and authentic restaurants.
- Careful Pacing: We built this tour with recovery time after long travel days, prioritizing depth of experience over ticking boxes.
- Local Relationships: From Hmong homestays in Ha Giang to local cooking cooperatives in Hoi An, our long-standing relationships mean genuine, high-quality experiences for you.
- Flexibility Within Structure: We adapt to weather and personal preferences seamlessly without compromising quality.
- Safety and Support: 24/7 support line and English-speaking guides ensure a hassle-free journey.
- Sustainable Practices: We support eco-friendly, community-based tourism that respects local cultures and environments.
Ready to Begin Your Vietnam Grand Journey?
Booking this tour is straightforward. We will confirm your dates, check flight availability, and send you a detailed proposal with pricing within 24 hours.
Contact V-International Tour Operations:
Email: contact@vinternational.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +84 888 729 339
Response time: within 24 hours