7 Days Package in Vietnam

Vietnam is a long country, and this seven-day tour covers a lot of ground: from the Mekong Delta in the south to Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh in the north. You trade the work of stitching together flights, hotels and day trips for a tightly scheduled trip with much of the planning handled for you.

I like two things in particular: the one-way flight between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi is included, and the itinerary pairs major sights with very different settings, from a delta day to an overnight Ha Long cruise. A coordinator named Ngoc has handled lodging, transport and excursions, and one past participant also praised the steady schedule updates and clear pickup details.

The tradeoff is pace. You have several long days, including a 12-hour Mekong Delta outing and a 12-hour Ninh Binh trip, so this is a sampler, not a slow stay. The included airfare and multiple transfers save planning time, but you should expect to need a quiet day afterward.

• Six nights are covered: Two in Ho Chi Minh City, three in Hanoi and one aboard a Ha Long Bay cruise.
• The flight is one-way: The package includes a domestic flight between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, with 20 kilograms of baggage included.
• The longest excursions run about 12 hours: That applies to the Mekong Delta and Ninh Binh days.
• Most meals are included: The package lists six breakfasts, four lunches and dinner. Drinks are extra.
• The group can reach 40 people: Expect a group tour, not a private trip.
• The advertised price is $620 per person: A single supplement and a Tet holiday surcharge may apply.

A fast route from Saigon to Hanoi

The tour starts in Ho Chi Minh City, also called Saigon, and can be taken in either direction. In the south, you visit the Mekong Delta and central city sights. In the north, the route includes Hanoi, an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay and a day trip to Ninh Binh.

That variety is the main draw. You get a first look at several regions and different sides of Vietnam, while an English-speaking guide helps put the country’s history and cultural differences into context. It is useful if you have only a week and would rather spend your time seeing places than working out connections.

The pace is the price of that coverage. You change settings often and have little room to linger. If a market, temple or meal catches your interest, the schedule may not leave much space to follow it.

Day 1: Airport pickup in Ho Chi Minh City

A pickup from Tan Son Nhat International Airport takes you to your hotel. After an international flight, having the first transfer arranged can make arrival easier, especially if you have not yet learned your way around the city.

The first day is listed as airport transfer and hotel time, not as a scheduled sightseeing day. Keep your plans light until you know your arrival time and have checked in. The package includes two nights of accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 2: A full day on the Mekong Delta

The Mekong Delta excursion begins with hotel pickup between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. and lasts about 12 hours. The delta offers a change of pace from the city, with river life and a more rural setting at the heart of the day.

The long duration matters: this is not a quick stop on the way north. You will spend most of the day out, so bring anything you rely on for comfort during a full excursion. Lunch is included, but drinks are not. The tour information does not specify the exact route or activities on the delta, so ask the operator for those details if you want to know precisely what your day will include.

Day 3: Saigon sights, then a flight north

The city portion includes the Saigon Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon and Ben Thanh Market. The post office stop is about an hour, the cathedral about 30 minutes, and the market about an hour. Together, they offer a brief introduction to the city’s French-era architecture, central streets and commercial life.

At Ben Thanh, you have time to browse a busy market selling a wide range of goods. The plan also includes a visit to a lacquer workshop, where you can see the work involved in making lacquer pieces. With roughly an hour for the market and workshop, treat this as a quick look rather than a relaxed shopping session.

The day also includes a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, listed as about two hours. The package covers one domestic flight and includes 20 kilograms of baggage. Since the schedule combines sightseeing and air travel, keep your day bag handy and follow the operator’s timing closely. The provided schedule does not make the exact order of the city stops and flight entirely clear, so confirm the day’s sequence before departure.

Day 4: The road to Ha Long Bay

Pickup is scheduled between 8:00 and 8:40 a.m., with arrival in Ha Long around noon. This transfer takes up a good part of the day, but it brings you to the setting for one of the trip’s highlights: an overnight cruise among the bay’s islands and rock formations.

Activities listed include kayaking or a bamboo boat, swimming, a sunset gathering, dancing and squid fishing. The actual mix can depend on the cruise schedule and conditions, so think of these as the planned options rather than a guarantee that every activity will suit every departure. You spend the night aboard the cruise, which makes this more than a quick shore visit.

I like that the cruise is built into the route rather than squeezed into a short day trip. You get an evening and a morning on the water, though the schedule still moves at a brisk clip. Pack a small overnight bag for the boat if your main luggage is being handled separately.

Day 5: Cruise activities and return to Hanoi

The cruise schedule includes Tai Chi and a cooking class, followed by a return to Hanoi in the late afternoon. These activities give the morning a different rhythm from the road transfers and sightseeing days, while the cooking class offers a practical introduction to Vietnamese food.

You have three nights in Hanoi overall, so this is not just a quick arrival before another immediate departure. Still, the day includes the return journey from Ha Long, and you should not count on a full free evening. Dinner is included in the package, though drinks are not.

Day 6: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc or Trang An, and Mua Caves

The Ninh Binh day trip lasts about 12 hours and lists Hoa Lu, Tam Coc or Trang An, and Mua Caves. It is a packed route through a region known for its striking limestone formations, waterways and caves. The itinerary gives you several different stops in one day, but not much detail on how long you spend at each.

The choice between Tam Coc and Trang An is presented with a slash, so ask the operator which one is planned for your departure. Mua Caves is also on the schedule, but the tour details do not specify the exact activity or time there. This is another day when comfortable clothing and a willingness to follow a full schedule will serve you well.

Day 7: Free time in Hanoi and airport transfer

The final day includes free time in Hanoi and a car transfer to Noi Bai Airport. The amount of free time depends on your flight schedule, and the itinerary lists the day as lasting up to 12 hours. Check your departure details with the operator so you know how much time you will have before the airport transfer.

This is a useful finish if your flight leaves later in the day. If it is early, you may have little time to explore. The tour’s direction can also be reversed, so travelers following the Hanoi-to-Ho-Chi-Minh City version should confirm how the final transfer and first airport pickup fit their flights.

What the $620 package covers

At $620 per person, the package bundles six nights of three-star accommodation, most meals, guided excursions, transport and one domestic flight. That is meaningful value for a one-week trip covering two distant cities and several day tours, particularly if you would otherwise book each transfer and excursion yourself.

The listed accommodation split is two nights in Ho Chi Minh City, three in Hanoi and one on a Ha Long cruise. Meals include six breakfasts, four lunches and dinner. The package also covers entrance fees, an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking guide and hotel pickup. With these pieces arranged, you can spend less time managing reservations and more time getting oriented.

The price does not include drinks, tips, personal expenses or travel insurance. A single traveler pays a listed $140 supplement for the three-star option. A $50-per-person surcharge applies during the Tet Lunar New Year period, February 10 to 21, 2026. Budget for these extras rather than assuming the advertised price covers every expense.

A maximum group size of 40 is stated. That is large enough that the experience may feel more like a coordinated group tour than a personal guide-led visit. On the plus side, the trip has a guide and drivers, and Ngoc has been involved in coordinating lodging, transport and excursions. One past participant appreciated receiving daily schedule updates and even the vehicle’s license plate details, which can make pickups clearer.

Who should book this Vietnam tour?

This tour suits you best if you have one week, want to see several headline destinations and prefer having transport and lodging arranged. It is also a practical fit for a first visit, since an English-speaking guide and included transfers can help you make sense of a country that covers a lot of distance.

It is less suited to you if you like long, unplanned mornings, want a private guide, or prefer to spend several days in each place. The long Mekong Delta and Ninh Binh excursions, plus the Ha Long transfer, make for full days. You should be comfortable with frequent changes of location and a group that may include up to 40 people.

I would book it for efficient coverage and reduced planning, not for a restful holiday. If you can add a few days before or after, use them to slow down in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. If your time is fixed at one week, this package brings a broad first taste of Vietnam together with a useful mix of city, river, countryside and bay.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about seven days.

What is the price?

The listed price is $620 per person. A $140 single supplement applies for the three-star option.

Is a flight included?

Yes. The package includes a one-way domestic flight between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, in either direction, with 20 kilograms of baggage included.

How many nights of accommodation are included?

Six nights are included: two in Ho Chi Minh City, three in Hanoi and one aboard a Ha Long Bay cruise.

Which meals are included?

The package includes six breakfasts, four lunches and dinner. Drinks are not included.

What places are visited?

The itinerary covers Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh. The Ninh Binh day includes Hoa Lu, Tam Coc or Trang An, and Mua Caves.

How large can the group be?

The maximum group size is 40 people.

Is airport pickup included?

Yes. The tour includes pickup from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to the Ho Chi Minh City hotel and a car transfer to Noi Bai Airport at the end of the tour.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the experience starts. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded.