26 Days In-Depth Vietnam China Japan Tour: Ultimate Asia Contrast

Welcome to Vietnam! Airport pickup and check-in. Evening Old Quarter walking food tour — try pho, bun cha, and egg coffee.

Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature (Vietnam's first university), and the Ethnology Museum. Afternoon water puppet performance. Evening at a rooftop bar in the Old Quarter.

Depart early for Halong Bay. Board a traditional junk boat for an overnight cruise among 1,600 limestone karst islands. Kayak through hidden lagoons, explore caves, and watch sunset from the deck.

Sunrise tai chi on deck. Return to Hanoi and fly to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An, the lantern-lit ancient town. Evening walk through the old quarter and release a lantern on the Thu Bon River.

Morning Hoi An Ancient Town tour: Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky House, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall. Afternoon Vietnamese cooking class — learn to make pho, spring rolls, and banh xeo. Evening at the night market.

Bicycle through rice paddies to Tra Que Vegetable Village. Visit a local farm, try your hand at traditional farming. Afternoon at An Bang Beach. Farewell dinner at a riverside restaurant.

After breakfast, transfer to Danang Airport for departure.

Explore the local markets, artisan workshops, and hidden lanes with your guide. Discover the authentic daily life and traditions of this fascinating destination.

Full day of cultural immersion: visit local communities, participate in a hands-on workshop (cooking, craft, or music), and enjoy meals with local families.

Optional activities: choose from hiking, cooking class, temple visits, or simply relaxing with a book. Your guide will tailor the day to your interests.

Venture off the beaten path to lesser-known sites — ancient ruins, rural villages, or natural wonders that few travelers experience.

A day at leisure to explore independently. Your guide is available for recommendations on restaurants, shopping, and local experiences.

Visit a nearby national park or nature reserve for hiking, wildlife spotting, and breathtaking scenery.

Journey to a neighboring town known for its unique crafts, architecture, or cuisine. Meet local artisans and taste regional specialties.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside, stopping at viewpoints, temples, and traditional villages along the way.

Explore the local markets, artisan workshops, and hidden lanes with your guide. Discover the authentic daily life and traditions of this fascinating destination.

Full day of cultural immersion: visit local communities, participate in a hands-on workshop (cooking, craft, or music), and enjoy meals with local families.

Optional activities: choose from hiking, cooking class, temple visits, or simply relaxing with a book. Your guide will tailor the day to your interests.

Venture off the beaten path to lesser-known sites — ancient ruins, rural villages, or natural wonders that few travelers experience.

A day at leisure to explore independently. Your guide is available for recommendations on restaurants, shopping, and local experiences.

Visit a nearby national park or nature reserve for hiking, wildlife spotting, and breathtaking scenery.

Journey to a neighboring town known for its unique crafts, architecture, or cuisine. Meet local artisans and taste regional specialties.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside, stopping at viewpoints, temples, and traditional villages along the way.

Explore the local markets, artisan workshops, and hidden lanes with your guide. Discover the authentic daily life and traditions of this fascinating destination.

Full day of cultural immersion: visit local communities, participate in a hands-on workshop (cooking, craft, or music), and enjoy meals with local families.

Optional activities: choose from hiking, cooking class, temple visits, or simply relaxing with a book. Your guide will tailor the day to your interests.