Twin-centreHanoi & Halong Bay
- 5★ hotel and a cruise boat
- Flights from London, direct or one stop
- Airport and road transfers
From£1,149per person · 2 sharing
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Vietnam North to South
Nine nights from Hanoi to Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City, with breakfast, return flights, domestic flights and transfers.
- 9 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- UK flights plus domestic flights
From
£1,699
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
The length of Vietnam in nine nights. Start with three nights in Hanoi, fly to Da Nang and stay three nights in Hoi An, then fly south to Ho Chi Minh City for the last three nights.
The package includes return flights from London, two domestic flights, 5-star hotels with breakfast and all your airport and road transfers. In each city your hotel is close to the old streets or markets, and the days are free for the sights you choose.
- Duration
- 11 days, 9 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast
- Hotels
- 5★ in Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City
- Flights
- London plus 2 domestic flights
- Transfers
- Airport and road transfers
- Good for
- Couples, friends, families
5★ hotels in three cities, with breakfast
You stay in 5-star hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter area, in or close to Hoi An’s old town, and in central Ho Chi Minh City. Each has a breakfast room and sights nearby. We confirm every hotel with your quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast at every hotel
- Two domestic flights included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Transfers in every city
- Family rooms on request
Times on your trip
- Hanoi to Da Nangapprox. 1 hr 20 mins by air
- Da Nang to Hoi Anapprox. 45 mins to 1 hr by road
- Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh Cityapprox. 1 hr 30 mins by air
- Hoi An to My Sonapprox. 1 hr by road
- Hoi An to the beachapprox. 15 mins by road
- Hanoi to Halong Bayapprox. 2 hrs 30 mins to 3 hrs by road
Times are approximate and depend on traffic and flight schedules.
Included in the price
Included
- Return flights from London, with checked baggage
- Domestic flights from Hanoi to Da Nang and from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City
- 3 nights in Hanoi, 3 in Hoi An and 3 in Ho Chi Minh City, all 5★
- Breakfast every morning
- Airport and road transfers
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Entry fees, guides and day trips
- Lunches, dinners and drinks
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 12 hours direct from London Heathrow to Hanoi (HAN). Your holiday ends in Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), with return flights from there.
Time difference
Vietnam is 7 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 6 hours ahead in summer.
Money
The currency is the Vietnamese dong (VND). Cards are accepted in most hotels; carry cash for markets, taxis and street food.
Visiting temples
Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered, and remove your shoes where asked. Speak quietly inside.
Language
Vietnamese is the national language. English is spoken in most hotels and tourist areas.
Weather
Hanoi is cool in winter and hot in summer. Ho Chi Minh City stays at around 31–34°C all year, with rain from about May to November.
Day by day
Days 4, 7 and 10 are yours to plan. These are suggestions; entry fees, guides and day trips are not included.
- Day 1
Fly to Hanoi
Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines, approx. 12 hours direct.
- Day 2
Arrive in Hanoi
Your driver takes you to your hotel, approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour from Noi Bai Airport. Spend the evening around Hoan Kiem Lake.
- Day 3
Hanoi
Walk the Old Quarter’s shop streets, visit the Temple of Literature and try street food. Halal restaurants are close to Hang Luoc.
- Day 4
Free day in Hanoi
Add a Halong Bay day trip, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours each way, or rest and shop in the Old Quarter.
- Day 5
Fly to Hoi An
Fly from Hanoi to Da Nang, approx. 1 hour 20 minutes, then travel by road to Hoi An, approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Day 6
Hoi An old town
Walk the old town’s lantern streets, the Japanese Covered Bridge and the riverside. Many tailors here can make clothes within a day or two.
- Day 7
Free day in Hoi An
Ride to the beach, approx. 15 minutes, or visit the Cham ruins at My Son, approx. 1 hour by road.
- Day 8
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Transfer to Da Nang Airport and fly south to Ho Chi Minh City, approx. 1 hour 30 minutes. Transfer to your hotel, approx. 30 minutes.
- Day 9
Ho Chi Minh City
Visit Ben Thanh Market and walk along the Saigon River. In the evening, eat in District 1, where there are halal restaurants near Dong Du Street.
- Day 10
Cholon and free time
Take a taxi to Cholon, the Chinese-Vietnamese district, for Binh Tay Market, approx. 20 to 30 minutes by road, or add a day trip to the Mekong Delta.
- Day 11
Fly home
Breakfast, then your transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your flight to London.
Questions about this package
Are the domestic flights included?
Yes. The flights from Hanoi to Da Nang and from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City are included, and so are the road transfers. Domestic flights take approx. 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.
Do I fly home from a different city?
Yes. You fly into Hanoi and home from Ho Chi Minh City, so you don’t need to go back north. Vietnam Airlines flies direct from London Heathrow to both cities. We confirm the flights with your quote.
Can I find halal food on this holiday?
In Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, yes: there are halal restaurants and mosques, and seafood and vegetarian dishes are widely available. Ask about ingredients, as pork stock is common. Tell us your needs and we’ll check each hotel before you book.
Can I add Halong Bay or Phu Quoc?
Yes. Halong Bay can be a day trip or a night on a cruise boat from Hanoi. Phu Quoc is approx. 1 hour by air from Ho Chi Minh City, for a beach week at the end. Tell us your dates and we’ll price it.
When is the best time for this holiday?
February to April is warm across the country and dry in the south. October and November can bring rain to the central coast. May to September is hot, with more rain in the north and south.
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Questions about this holiday?
Talk to a UK consultant
Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.