Vietnam Family Odyssey in 12 Days

Vietnam Family Odyssey in 12 Days

Duration: 12 days/11 nights
Departure: Da Nang
Arrival: Hanoi
  • Hanoi - Mai Chau - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay - Da Nang - Hue - Hoi An
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ITINERARY IN BRIEF

DAY 1 : Hanoi - Arrival

DAY 2 : Hanoi – City tour by cyclo – Water puppet show

DAY 3 : Hanoi - Mai Chau

DAY 4 : Mai Chau - Ninh Binh

DAY 5 : Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi

DAY 6 : Hanoi - Ha Long Bay

DAY 7 : Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Hue

DAY 8 : Hue - Cyclo tour

DAY 9 : Hue - Da Nang - Marble Mountain - Hoi An

DAY 10 : Hoi An - Immersion in local life

DAY 11 : Hoi An - Free time

DAY 12 : Hoi An - Da Nang - Departure

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Vietnam Family Odyssey in 12 Days
HIGHLIGHTS

Join Avex Vietnam Travel on this unforgettable Vietnam family tour, where culture, history, and natural beauty blend perfectly across the country’s most charming destinations. Begin your journey in Hanoi, the capital rich in tradition, where you’ll enjoy a leisurely city tour by cyclo through the bustling Old Quarter and watch the enchanting Water Puppet Show, a unique cultural performance that delights all ages.

Continue south to Ninh Binh, known as the “Ha Long Bay on land,” where you’ll explore the ancient capital Hoa Lu and take a peaceful boat ride through the limestone caves of Tam Coc, surrounded by emerald rice fields. Fly to Hue, the former imperial city, and experience a relaxing cyclo tour along the Perfume River, admiring royal architecture and the city’s timeless charm.

Your family adventure continues to Da Nang, where the magnificent Marble Mountains await, followed by the ancient town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander its lantern-lit streets, enjoy traditional crafts, and savor local cuisine in a serene riverside setting. This 12-day journey is designed for families who want to travel to Vietnam and discover its cultural heart, historical treasures, and warm hospitality together.

Itinerario detallado
Hanoi - Arrival
DAY 1: Hanoi - Arrival

Welcome to Vietnam!

At the arrival at the airport, you will be welcome by the driver and tour guide then travel to the hotel for check-in.

Free time to walk around Hanoi street to see the daily lives of the local and comtemplate the major culture of Vietnam in Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
TRANSPORT
Hanoi – City tour by cyclo – Water puppet show
DAY 2: Hanoi – City tour by cyclo – Water puppet show

Breakfast at the hotel

In the afternoon, our tour guide will pick you up from hotel and starting to explore Hanoi by cyclo. Your cyclo (a "bicycle taxi" pedaled by a driver behind you) gives you an unobstructed view, perfect for snapping photos during your tour. The Old Quarter is the heart of Hanoi, home to many of the must-sees, like Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the Hanoi Citadel, and the Opera House. Ride at the perfect pace to enjoy some of the 36 tree-shaded streets of this historic district.

Exchange your seat on the cylco for a seat at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre to watch an hour puppet show the quintessential Vietnamese art of water puppetry—begun over a thousand years ago by farmers in the Red River Delta. A complex system of underwater poles, rods, and strings brings these elaborate puppets to life. Puppeteers bring magic to the water’s surface as they spin tales of Vietnamese legend—knights on horseback, princesses, unicorns, and fire-breathing sea dragons.

Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Overnight in Hanoi

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B
TRANSPORT
Hanoi - Mai Chau
DAY 3: Hanoi - Mai Chau

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure for Mai Chau (145 km). En route, we visit Muong Village in Cau Trong. We continue to Thung Khe Pass, where we can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the valley before reaching Mai Chau Town.

Arrive in Mai Chau, rest, and have lunch.

In the afternoon, we explore Mai Chau. We will take a 5 km bike ride (optional) or hike to the rice fields. We will be seduced by the magnificent landscapes, as the villages, rice paddies, mountains, and streams are in perfect harmony with each other.

Overnight in Mai Chau

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B, L
TRANSPORT
Mai Chau - Ninh Binh
DAY 4: Mai Chau - Ninh Binh

Breakfast at the hotel

In the morning, our tour guide and car will pick you up for departure to Ninh Binh, where we will visit the peaceful Thung Nham ecotourism area in Ninh Binh.

We take a boat to explore the magical caves and the unique flooded forest ecosystem. One of the most interesting experiences is watching thousands of birds gather to live in the Thung Nham Bird Garden.

Visit Vai Gioi Cave, a place of mysterious beauty with unique natural stalactites. The trip will also take you to the thousand-year-old Duoi tree and Mermaid Cave.

Lunch in a local restaurant

Free time at leisure for the rest of the day.

Overnight in Ninh Binh

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B, L
TRANSPORT
Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi
DAY 5: Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi

Breakfast at the hotel.

In the morning, pick up from your hotel and transfer to Ninh Binh.

Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Hoa Lu is home to many important historical relics, such as the temples of King Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh, which reflect the development of the first dynasty in Vietnamese history. Furthermore, due to its location among majestic limestone mountains, it has created a harmonious image between man and nature.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Next, you will board a bamboo boat along the Hoang Long River, expertly guided by local people. On the journey, we will visit Tam Coc (Three Caves). You will pass three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. The journey takes approximately two hours.

Then, we will return to your hotel in Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B, L
TRANSPORT
Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
DAY 6: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay

After breakfast, depart by shared minivan to reach Halong Bay, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and included on the list of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. You will encounter one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet. A collection of more than 3,000 limestone islands and islets, each with imposing shapes that rise above the sea.

Arrive at the port and board on the cruise.

You will have lunch on board the boat and begin your island-hopping cruise, where you will have the opportunity to explore magnificent caves or visit a fishing village.

In the evening, enjoy a special sunset dinner, followed by an onboard activity session.

Overnight on board.

Note: English-speaking guide. Shared transportation.

MEAL
B, L, D
TRANSPORT
Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Hue
DAY 7: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Hue

6:00 AM: We start the day full of energy with a Tai Chi session and enjoy the sun rising over the horizon. We visit the bay according to the cruise itinerary.

9:30 AM: We check out.

Brunch is served at the restaurant

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Disembark the cruise ship and transfer back to Tuan Chau Port. Relax and wait for your luggage.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Arrive at Tuan Chau Port. Return to Hanoi by shared limousine and then transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue.

Upon arrival in Hue, your guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel.

Overnight in Hue.

Notes

English-speaking guide on board and in Hue. Shared transportation to Hanoi.

Private transportation to the airport in Hanoi and Hue.

MEAL
B, Brunch
TRANSPORT
Hue - Cyclo tour
DAY 8: Hue - Cyclo tour

Breakfast at the hotel.

08:00: Our pedicab and guide picks you up at your hotel; take the first minutes for the south of Huong River tour around the new Hue city by the roads: Hoang Hoa Tham, Ly Thuong Kiet, Nguyen Hue, Ba Trieu, Nguyen Cong Tru, Le Loi. Then, we will pass the river by Truong Tien Bridge; continue to the citadel of Hue riding through the roads: Tran Hung Dao, Huynh Thuc Khang, Mai Thuc Loan, Dinh Tien Hoang..

09:00: visit the Imperial Citadel where Kings of Vietnam’s last feudal dynasty ruled from 1802 to 1945, including Flag Tower, Nine Holy Cannons, Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Nine Dynastic Urns, Forbidden Purple City, etc

11:00: continue the Cyclo tour to discover the rest of old Hue city riding through the roads: Doan Thi Diem, Tinh Tam, Dinh Tien Hoang, Le Van Huu, Phung Hung, Thach Han, Nguyen Trai, Le Duan…

12:00: Return to the hotel.

Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Overnight in Hue.

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B
TRANSPORT
Hue - Da Nang - Marble Mountain - Hoi An
DAY 9: Hue - Da Nang - Marble Mountain - Hoi An

Breakfast in the hotel.

As we leave Hue to travel to Da Nang, we'll have the opportunity to admire the Cloud Pass (Hai Van Pass), where you can enjoy the sea on one side and the green mountain on the other. We'll also make stops at Lang Co and Lap An lagoons for photos.

Next stop is Marble Mountain, also known as Ngu Hanh Son, a group of five limestone and marble hills. They resemble five fingers extending out from the sea. There are several caves, caverns, pagodas, numerous staircases, and two spectacular viewpoints.

Then, transfer to Hoian, check in hotel and free at leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B, L
TRANSPORT
Hoi An - Immersion in local life
DAY 10: Hoi An - Immersion in local life

Breakfast at the hotel.

We then explore Cam Thanh Village by bicycle or electric vehicle. Upon arrival, we ride a buffalo with a farmer in the countryside and take some photos.

Then, let’s pay a visit to an organic vegetable garden and a bamboo and coconut craft installation.

We rest and drink Vietnamese tea at a local family's home.

Later, we’ll have the chance to experience a rowing basket boat with local people to explore the coconut forest.

Lunch in a local restaurant

Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.

MEAL
B, L
TRANSPORT
Hoi An - Free time
DAY 11: Hoi An - Free time

Breakfast at the hotel.

The rest of your time is free.

Overnight in Hoi An.

MEAL
B
TRANSPORT
Hoi An - Da Nang - Departure
DAY 12: Hoi An - Da Nang - Departure

Breakfast at hotel. 

Free at leisure till transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

End of services.

Note: Private transportation.

MEAL
B
TRANSPORT
Acomodación
3-star hotels and resorts
Vuelo
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
Hanoi VN 7067
1h15'
Hue Available
Precio & Inclusión
PAX Price per person in USD 
6 886
INCLUDE
  • Meals where mentioned (B: breakfast; L: lunch; D: dinner)
  • Internal flight ticket in economy class: Hanoi - Hue.
  • Local English speaking guide as mentioned in the itnerary
  • Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room
  • Entrance fees to the attractions mentioned in this program
  • All visits and excursions mentioned in this itinerary
  • Transportation used in the program. Note: For tours with more than 10 people, private car will be used every day of the itinerary.
EXCLUDE
  • International round-trip flight from your country
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, drinks, etc.
  • Meals not mentioned in the program
  • Bank charges related to payment
  • Entry visa
  • Other services not clearly indicated in the "included" section
  • Comprehensive insurance (recommended)
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