8 Days Vietnam Highlights Tour from Central to South
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Start a captivating 8-day journey through South and Central Vietnam, where vibrant cities, ancient towns, and stunning landscapes await. This tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, allowing you to explore the best of Vietnam from the serene beaches of Nha Trang to the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City.
Da Nang arrival and city exploration (1 night)
Coastline scenery and Hue Imperial City (1 night)
Hue's historical sites exploration (1 night)
Hoi An ancient town full day charming tour (1 night)
Nha Trang beach relaxation and city tour (1 night)
Visiting Mekong Delta in Can Tho (1 night)
Cai Rang Floating Market and Ho Chi Minh night charm (1 night)
Ho Chi Minh relaxing and departure (1 night)
Highlights of This Trip
Discover the best parts of the journey - the highlights that will make your trip truly memorable.

Get ready to explore Hoi An Ancient Town! It's a special place in Vietnam with old buildings and lots of history. We'll take you on a fun journey to see the beautiful streets, taste yummy food, and learn about the past. Let's start the adventure!

Discover the largest floating market in the Mekong Delta! Picture brims with fresh fruits, vegetables, and much more, all on the river. You can buy fresh food, witness riverside life, and have a fantastic time exploring this incredible market.

Discover the wonders of Ancient Capital Hue! Uncover the history, culture, and beauty of this historic city in Vietnam. From majestic palaces to serene gardens, you'll step back in time and explore the treasures of a bygone era.

Nha Trang is renowned for its stunning pristine beaches. These tranquil shores offer a perfect haven for relaxation, featuring soft, powdery sands, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and a warm, inviting sun. Whether you're looking for a peaceful escape or beachfront serenity, Nha Trang has it all.


Tour Map & Day by Day Itinerary

Da Nang Arrival
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Welcome to Da Nang!
Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.
Note: if your arrival time is early, and you prefer to explore the city instead of taking a nap, please kindly tell our travel consultant, and we'll recommend one of our suggested activities like half-day Da Nang city exploration, relaxing on China Beach or My Kh Beach, or tasting Da Nang special food.




Da Nang to Hue via Hai Van Pass (B)
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Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for a scenic drive to Hue, passing through the renowned Hai Van Pass.
The drive from the hotel takes you along the coast and provides some amazing views of the sea and mountains.
We will take a short stop at Lang Co Beach along the way for a short break with a chance to stretch our legs, breathe the fresh sea air, and enjoy the breathtaking coastline.
On reaching Hue, we can stop for lunch at a local restaurant and you can try out traditional dishes that most reflect the flavors of the ancient city.
After lunch, we'll check in to the hotel and take some time to settle in.
We'll start sightseeing in the afternoon by visiting Imperial City.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site was the political center of the Nguyen Dynasty. The gates to the castle are so grand, that you feel as if you're stepping back in time as you walk through them and explore the historic structures.
In the evening you can choose to have dinner in an interesting local restaurant and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere along the Perfume River to round off the day.




Explore Hue's Historical Sites, then transfer to Hoi An (B)
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After breakfast at the hotel, we'll begin our day with a visit to Thien Mu Pagoda, an iconic seven-story structure that overlooks the banks of the Perfume River. Here you can take in sweeping views and learn about its significance in Vietnamese Buddhism.
Then we will go to the Tomb of Khai Dinh which is famous for its unique combination of Vietnamese and European architectural styles. As you wander through its ornate mosaics and sculptures, you'll catch a glimpse into the emperor's colorful personality.
After lunch at a local restaurant with specialties from Hue, we'll depart for Hoi An, which is about a three-hour drive away.
Once arrival in Hoi An, we check into the hotel before letting you spend the evening at your own pace exploring this charming ancient town.




Full Day Hoi An Ancient Town Tour (B)
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Enjoy a lovely breakfast at the hotel, you will have the whole day to enjoy Hoi An Ancient Town, known for its well-preserved combination of architectural styles from different cultures.
You can experience some of the popular attractions, such as the old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Tan Ky House which reflects the cultural architecture, the fussy Hoi An Market where you can encounter many local crafts shops, and especially the street food stalls.
When the night sets in, Hoi An turns into a magical place, the colorful lanterns light the streets! Dinner, it is completely up to you! You can explore Hoi An's lively street food culture or dine at one of its cozy restaurants.




Travel to Nha Trang with Beach Relaxation (B)
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After our delicious breakfast at the hotel and checking out, we'll set off to Da Nang for 1-hour drive and then take a short flight from Da Nang to Nha Trang (about an hour). Once we get there, you'll head to your beach-front hotel for check-in.
You can spend half of the day on Nha Trang's lovely beaches, and visit the local scenery - Long Son Pagoda, where you can see a massive Buddha statue and the historical Po Nagar Cham Towers.
As the day comes to an end, feast on a delicious dinner by the coast of Nha Trang before heading back to your accommodation for the night. What a great way to end a spectacular day in this beautiful coastal city!




Transfer to Can Tho with Mekong Delta (B)
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After a tasty breakfast at the hotel, set off to Can Tho. We'll hop on a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City first, a journey of about one hour and then a 3-hour car drive.
When we arrive, you will check into the hotel and then explore this vibrant city set in Vietnam's gorgeous Mekong Delta.
Later we will enjoy a local Mekong specialty for dinner and take in the wonderful sights of life along the riverside. So as you can imagine, it's a great way to soak up the essence of Can Tho!




Cai Rang Floating Market and head to Ho Chi Minh City (B)
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Following a lovely breakfast, we're off to an exciting morning on the waterways of Can Tho.
We'll travel by boat to the Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest floating market in Vietnam. You get to watch local traders sell a huge variety of fresh produce from their boats here - it was so colorful and lively!
After enjoying the beautiful scenery, we'll return to the hotel to check out and catch a 3-hour drive to Ho Chi Minh City.
The evening will be free to visit nearby places such as Ben Thanh Market or go for a walk along Nguyen Hue Walking Street where you can enjoy the flowing crowd and get a little luck for a bite to eat. It's a great way to feel the energy of this busy city!




Ho Chi Minh City Exploration & Departure (B)
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Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, check out and take some free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh City before we move on!
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have the opportunity to visit the famous Saigon Princess Cruise before heading to the airport.
In the afternoon or evening, arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight home or onward journey, which is approximately a 1-hour drive.
Tour service ends here. We hope you've made wonderful memories during your time with us, and we can't wait to see you again on your future travels!
Note: If you're planning to extend your stay in Vietnam or continue exploring the Indochina region, such as Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, or Myanmar, please feel free to let us know; we are experts in all these destinations.




Service Inclusions & Exclusions
✓Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
✓Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
✓Private English speaking tour guide service.
✓Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
✓Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner).
-International air tickets.
-Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
-Meals are not listed in itinerary.
-Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
-Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
-Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
-Services not stated in the itinerary.
What You Can Expect When You Travel with Us
We help you with everything from travel planning, local guides, and comfy rides to tasty food and nice places to stay. You can relax and enjoy your trip with us.

Our dedicated 7/24 1 to 1 consultant service is available around the clock, providing you with expert guidance and support tailored to your specific needs and questions.

Enjoy the comfort and convenience of our private van service with skilled drivers. Relax as we take you to the destination safely and hassle-free.

Discover the best of your destination with our expert local tour guide. They'll show you the hidden gems and share fascinating insights to make your trip unforgettable.

Experience the heart of our community with local special activities. Join us for unique adventures and cultural experiences that will leave you with cherished memories.

Indulge in the finest accommodation for a luxurious stay. Our high-quality rooms offer comfort, style, and relaxation, ensuring a memorable and restful experience during your stay.

Let us recommend delightful local flavor meals. Experience the authentic tastes of our region with our handpicked dishes that showcase the best of our local cuisine.
What Our Customers Saying...

We had Indochina customise a 21 day individual tour for us and I highly recommend it.
A family member actually said to me last night ‘how did you even go find out about some of those places?’ and I simply replied ‘our tour operator’.
We spent 21 days touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Our guides were professional, timely, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and just awesome! Hotels were spot on. Great locations, awesome facilities, attentive staff and some were full of character (in the best way). I usually spent so much time researching hotels and am very particular - these were better than I could have chosen.
Drivers were exceptional. Safe and always pressing a lovely cold water bottle into your hands.
A highlight of our trip was a visit to Free The Bears in Luang Prabang Laos. I have travelled quite a lot, and I feel this was one of my favourite ever travel experiences. This was added by our travel consultant Sreypov after I asked for some other experience to be excluded. However, animal ethics and welfare are important to me, so when I saw ‘bear sanctuary’ added I asked which one - and when Sreypov said Free The Bears I was very excited as they are a very ethical organisation. When I said this, Sreypov added Apopo - the mine detection rats - another bucket list for me! So our tour became very much about our interests. I actually wish I’d told Sreypov more about the things we liked to do and customised a bit more - as those customisations were the highlights!
I have so many friends asking me who organised my trip as they were following our adventures on Facebook and said our trip seemed one of the best they had seen.
Sreypov And Kea were both awesome to work with - so responsive to my emails - and there were a few!
They organised everything for us. Now, there are cheaper deals out there - but know this - this was a trip of a lifetime and there were NO HIDDEN EXTRAS. We barely spent a cent.
The lunches that were included were HUGE. A little too much food at times and at good quality restaurants and we got to try a nice variety of local cuisine. We did laugh and say our biggest expense was a cold alcoholic beverage at the end of the day! It was about the only thing not included (though two guides even bought us a surprise iced coconut coffee which was lovely!).
Whilst all internal flights were included (and oh wow, the guides meet you at arrivals, transport you to hotel and even check you in… but then they don’t drop you back at airport, they come in, check you in, and escort you all the way, it’s so lovely!) we did organise our own flights to Vietnam from Australia. And guess what did go wrong - those flights! However, when I was freaking out and worried, I reached out to Kea and she helped me through contacting our airline and fixing issue - even though it wasn’t her responsibility. Very grateful.
So yes, we had the trip of a lifetime and I highly recommend this company. We were very impressed with their care of us and professionalism.
We ran into some friends from home during our trip, they were doing a small group trip with another company and I feel we were having a much better time. It might cost more to have individual trip but that’s the difference between a holiday and a trip of a lifetime.
My tip - do tell them what you enjoy and have them customise the trip for you.


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Indochina yours from Day 1 of contacting them was responsive, truly speaking I don't know when the staff of Indochina tours actually takes hours of a day off.
Kim arranged the itinerary first for us and then passed it over to Helen. Helen has an amazing team looking into each details a family visiting the Indochina belt for the first time would require/need to know.
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The hotels and the food arranged by Indochina was great, all of their guides were knowledgeable and friendly.
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For me the best part was in Siem Reap Cambodia, the guided tour in Angkor Wat was just too majestic and surreal. It was the best moment on our trip. Our guide, Mr. Vantha, was so knowledgeable and really made us welcome in Cambodia. His communication skills were exceptional and gave us a unforgettable tour.
Another exceptional tour we had was in Sapa, Vietnam. With our tour guide Ms. Mang Tan, she gave the experience where you get to engage with the local villagers and get to see their daily living. It was an awesome experience.
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They pay attention to detail and are concerned for our comfort and safety. Sreypov and Sreykea are so kind and easy to work with! Always willing to meet our needs and refine the itinerary to cover what we want to see. We truly appreciate them. We hope to go to Vietnam next year and will be using them for that trip, too. We highly recommend them!


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The only issue we had was with Vietjet.com flights that were cramped and delayed. Bali was also great and when we had a problem with a guide in Bali, Helen immediately arranged a replacement.It was comforting to know that Helen could be contacted at any time.
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Maiky was extremely helpful throughout the process. We had ideas and she helped us to implement them, make recommendations and put together a very memorable trip. We felt safe every step of the way and had a driver and guide throughout, starting with our pick-up at the airport in Ho Chi Min City, through 4 in-country flights and back to the US 16 days later.
The guides were wonderful as well. Especially enjoyed John Tran, Pasquale, Luat and Luu Vu. Kea was also good at follow-up when needed. Angor Wat and the people of Cambodia were especially memorable as were Hoi An and the Mekong Delta. Thanks for a wonderful experience.

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8 Days Vietnam Highlights Tour from Central to South
- Tour Code:INT-V-SC8
- Length: 8 days & 7 nights Days
- Route: Da Nang - Hue - Hoi An - Nha Trang - Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City
- Price: USD
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