7 Days Taste of Vietnam Food Tour

Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or on request.

Meals: D

Upon your arrival at Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) airport, our tour representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, take a rest and freshen up for an exciting evening ahead.

Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: B / L

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel, then meet your guide to explore Saigon City. Your tour will take you to the bustling Cholon district, the largest Chinatown in Vietnam. Here, you will visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda, a Taoist temple with exquisite architecture and ornate carvings.

Next, head to the Dong Khoi area, the heart of the city's commercial district, to see famous landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office.

After exploring the city, experience the bustling streets of Saigon after dark on our sidecar tour. We'll take you to Chinatown to try Banh Mi and visit the Wholesale Flower Market. Stop at a local seafood restaurant for steamed clams and shrimp before heading to the most popular spot for roasted duck and Chinese noodles. Try Banh Xeo and other unique dishes with local beer. End the night at a coffee shop with live music.

Overnight in Saigon.

Flight: Domestic flight is on Indochina Tour's arrangement.

Meals: B / L

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you'll be greeted by your private guide and car to begin your day's itinerary. Your first stop will be the Agricultural Villages, where you'll have a chance to explore and learn about local farming practices from 8:30 am to 10:00 am.

Following your visit to the Agricultural Villages, you'll participate in some exciting cooking challenges from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm.

Next, you'll head underground for an unforgettable historical adventure with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, specifically the 7/9 tunnels used by guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. You'll get to see an impressive display of weapons used in the war and learn about the innovative ways guerrillas survived and fought back against their enemies.

Your tour guide will regale you with stories and insights into the history of the Vietnam War as you explore the tunnels' intricate underground systems. You'll also have an opportunity to see how rice paper and coconut candy are made and sample a common snack eaten by guerrilla fighters during the war: boiled cassava root accompanied by jasmine tea.

Later, catch a night flight from Saigon to Da Nang and then drive to Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast at your hotel, begin your tour of Hoi An's ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved architecture, colorful lanterns, and bustling markets. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Chinese Assembly Hall, and the Hoi An Museum of History and Culture.

Next, enjoy a unique experience riding a buffalo cart and fishing with local fishermen on the Thu Bon River. Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Enjoy dinner with a stunning view of the river in the evening, and participate in the traditional ritual of releasing floating lanterns. This magical moment is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will cherish forever.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Flight: Domestic flight is on Indochina Tour's arrangement.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast at your hotel, visit the Hoi An local market to experience the bustling atmosphere of a traditional Vietnamese market. Learn about the local ingredients and pick up some souvenirs for your loved ones. In the afternoon, take a flight from Da Nang to Hanoi, where you will check into your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will take you on a half-day tour of Hanoi. Begin with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you will see the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his former residence, and the Presidential Palace. Next, visit Ba Dinh Square, where Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam's independence in 1945.

From there, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a historic Buddhist temple built in the 11th century, and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university and a symbol of Confucianism.

In the afternoon, embark on a street-food experience tour to sample some of Hanoi's famous dishes, such as bun cha and pho. Finish the day with a delicious dinner at a grilled fish restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B

After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Our tour representative will assist you with check-in and bid you farewell as you head back home with unforgettable memories of Vietnam.

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