Family Vietnam Tour

Start the morning with a fun family cooking class at a local hospitality school that supports underprivileged children. Afterward, take a cyclo ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, passing through its lively streets and colourful markets.nIn the late afternoon, enjoy a traditional water-puppet show, which is always a hit with kids. The rest of the evening is free to explore Hanoi at your own pace or simply relax back at the hotel.

Meet your guide and driver in the morning and head to Ninh Binh, often called “Ha Long Bay on land.”nAfter about two and a half hours, arrive in Gia Vien District and start cycling through the rice fields towards Van Long. Stop at Mai Trung Hamlet to meet local farmers and learn about their daily work. Depending on the season, you may even join them in planting or harvesting rice.nContinue to a local family home for a traditional cooking experience and lunch. Enjoy the local food, try some rice wine, and spend time chatting with your hosts.nIn the afternoon, take a peaceful boat ride through Van Long Nature Reserve, surrounded by limestone mountains and lush scenery. Return to Hanoi in the early evening.nBack at the hotel, relax or head out with your family for ice cream and snacks.

Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Tuan Chau Marina.nArrive at the marina and relax before boarding Orchid Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink, cruise briefing and settle into your cabin.nEnjoy lunch while cruising through Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay.nIn the afternoon, explore Ao Ech by kayak, surrounded by calm waters and limestone islands.nContinue to Tra Bau and enjoy the peaceful scenery and sunset on the bay.nJoin a Vietnamese cooking demonstration or relax on the sundeck before dinner.nDinner is served on board, followed by free time to enjoy the evening, try squid fishing or simply relax.

Start the morning with Tai Chi on the sundeck and enjoy the peaceful views of Lan Ha Bay.nHave breakfast on board before visiting Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.nReturn to the cruise for brunch and complete check-out.nDisembark at Tuan Chau Marina and transfer back to Hanoi.

Today, you will leave Hanoi and fly to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring the countryside around Hoi An. Start with a leisurely bike ride through the green rice fields to a nearby village, where you can meet local farmers and join in some of their daily activities.nContinue towards Hoi An and take a short river cruise to meet local fishermen and learn about traditional fishing techniques.nTry paddling a traditional bamboo basket boat and experience this fun and unique way of exploring the waterways.nReturn to your hotel in the early evening and enjoy a relaxing evening in Hoi An.

Start the day with an early morning cycling ride through the peaceful countryside around Hoi An. Ride through the rice fields towards Cam Thanh Village and get a glimpse of everyday rural life.nVisit a local family and learn about their traditions and way of life. Then hop into a traditional bamboo basket boat and try your hand at catching crabs with the local fishermen.nTake a break with some fresh coconut water before continuing to the Ha Linh Lantern Workshop. Here, you’ll learn how to make your own traditional Vietnamese lantern and take it home as a special souvenir.nEnjoy the scenic countryside on the way back to Hoi An.

Spend the day exploring Hoi An at your own pace. Relax on the beach, wander through the historic streets, or simply enjoy the hotel facilities.nYou can also join a cooking class or take a day trip to the ancient ruins of My Son.nIn the evening, enjoy a memorable local experience by floating colourful lanterns on the river, a fun activity for the whole family.

After breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.nUpon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. After some time to freshen up, visit the magnificent Saigon Opera House, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.nEnjoy the A O Show, a captivating performance that combines Vietnamese culture, traditional music, contemporary theatre and impressive acrobatics. Using simple bamboo and wooden props, the show brings to life scenes of rural Vietnam, coastal communities and the energy of modern cities.nAfter the show, take a short walk through central Saigon before dinner at Hoa Tuc Restaurant, known for its contemporary Vietnamese cuisine and elegant colonial setting.nAfter dinner, return to your hotel and relax for the evening.

After breakfast, travel to Ben Tre, in the heart of the Mekong Delta, and board your boat to explore the peaceful waterways and local villages.nVisit small family-run workshops producing traditional products such as rice paper, coconut candy and rice wine. Continue to a local fruit garden to sample fresh tropical fruits and learn more about life in the Mekong countryside.nEnjoy a short buggy ride through the village and visit a local family making traditional handicrafts from water hyacinth.nAfter the experience, return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Today marks the end of your Vietnam family adventure. Meet your guide and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.