Touring Vietnam: Best Tour packages and excursions in 2023-2024

When you’re touring Vietnam, there’s a wide range of destinations for you to explore and have a great time during your trip. However, it can be quite difficult to decide which places to put your final travel itinerary. Don’t be too concerned as Sao La Tours can help you customize your Vietnam tour to the fullest. Below are our best Vietnam tour packages and excursions for 2023 - 2024.

Vietnam Must-Sees (12 Days / 11 Nights)

Explore every interesting aspect of the charming S-shaped country. During this 12-day tour, you’ll be astonished by the exotic and unspoiled beauty of Vietnam. Discover the colorful culture and magnificent culture as you visit a myriad of famous attractions in Hanoi, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City. Admire the one-of-a-kind landscapes of Halong Bay and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Cai Rang floating market.

Itinerary Details

• Day 1: Hanoi arrival - Hanoi city tour

• Day 2: Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi

• Day 3: Hanoi - Sapa Free

• Day 4: Sapa Lao Chai - Ta Van - Sapa

• Day 5: Sapa - Local Market - Lao Cai - Hanoi

• Day 6: Hanoi arrival - Hue - Hue city tour

• Day 7: Hue - Hoi An

• Day 8: Hoi An Free Day

• Day 9: Hoi An - Da Nang - Saigon - Sightseeing

• Day 10: Saigon - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi Tunnels

• Day 11: Saigon - Mekong Delta - Can Tho

• Day 12: Can Tho - Cai Rang floating market - Saigon

Touring Vietnam: A Glimpse Northern Vietnam (14 Days / 13 Nights)

This tour program is specially designed for travelers to take in Vietnam’s unique culture and nature. You’ll be taken to the World’s Heritage Site Halong Bay, the wonderful mountains and rice fields of Sapa and the peacefulness of Ba Be Lake. While in Hanoi, you’ll have a great time sampling different kinds of foods, going shopping or visiting the famous attractions.

Itinerary Details

• Day 1: Hanoi arrival

• Day 2: Hanoi city tour - Sapa

• Day 3: Sapa trekking - Overnight at homestay

• Day 4: More trekking - Back to Sapa

• Day 5: Sapa - Love waterfall - Binh Lu - Tam Duong

• Day 6: Tam Duong - Sin Sui Ho village - Ta Leng village - Sapa - Back to Hanoi

• Day 7: Halong city - Bai Tu Long Bay - Thien Canh Son cave - Vung Vieng Fishing village

• Day 8: Bai Tu Long Bay cruise - Hon Gai harbor - Hanoi

• Day 9: Duong Lam ancient village - Ngo Quyen Emperor Temple - Bat Trang village - Hanoi

• Day 10: Hanoi - Vietnam Museum of Ethnology - Ba Be National Park

• Day 11: Canoeing and boating in Ba Be Lakes

• Day 12: Ba Be Lakes - Back to Hanoi

• Day 13: Free day in Hanoi

• Day 14: Hanoi departure

Touring Vietnam: Vietnam Beaches Break (14 Days / 12 Nights)

Beaches are the best places for relaxing moments and restoring your energy. Get away the daily busy life and delve in the stunning beaches of Vietnam. Cruise around Bai Tu Long Bay and admire the picturesque scenery, enjoy fresh seafood and admire the movie-like sand dunes at Mui Ne. Relax and enjoy the sandy beaches in Nha Trang to leave behind the chaos of city life.

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Hanoi arrival

Day 2: Halong Bay cruise on Prince Junk

Day 3: Bai Tu Long Bay - Hon Co Island - Thien Canh Son Cave - Bai Tu Long

Day 4: Halong Bay - Vung Ha area - Vung Vieng floating village - Yen Duc village - Hanoi

Day 5: Hanoi - Nha Trang beach

Day 6: Nha Trang islands - Tri Nguyen Aquarium - Cham Posanur Tower - Thap Ba Hot Spring

Day 7: Nha Trang Free day

Day 8: Nha Trang beach - Mui Ne beach

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City - Cham Tower - Mui Ne Red and White Sand Dunes

Day 10&11: Free time at Mui Ne

Day 12: Mui Ne - Ho Chi Minh City

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh city tour

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City departure

Important tips to remember before touring Vietnam

Before you go on a trip to Vietnam, there’re a few things to keep in mind for a safe and fun-filled experience:

• Have a look at Vietnam’s list of visa-free countries and see if your home country is among the list

• Apply for a visa online if your country is not visa exempted

• Purchase a travel insurance that covers any possible accidents as well as Covid-19 medical treatment

• Consult your 1:1 local specialist when finalizing your tour program

• Travel to Vietnam in the right season, which is September to December and March to April

• Make your flight and accommodation reservations for 3 - 4 months in advance to get the best rates

• Learn some Vietnamese phrases

• If you’re a first-timer traveler in Vietnam, it’s always good to be accompanied by a bilingual tour guide

• Dress appropriately depending on the weather and the places which you’re about to visit

• Always bring first-aid medicines

You’ll have a wonderful time while touring Vietnam and bring home a luggage full of great memories. If you’re not sure where to visit next, Sao La Tours is always here to provide you with tailor-made Vietnam tours. Our local specialists have more than 8 years of experience and we customize trips and holidays in Vietnam to satisfy every customer’s appetite!