Each of our trips is tailored to your personal interests and preferences. Below you will find a sample itinerary to inspire your own tailor-made trip.
Vietnam & Thailand Family Adventure Highlights!
Detailed itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City: A Gentle First Glimpse (/)
Overnight at Lotte Hotel Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2:
Ho Chi Minh City: Layers of History, Moments of Today (B/L)
Returning to the city, the pace softens as you explore its architectural and cultural landmarks. From the graceful lines of the Central Post Office to the timeless presence of Notre Dame Cathedral, each stop reveals a different layer of Saigon’s past. At the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum, history becomes more personal, while a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda offers a moment of stillness amid the city’s constant motion.
As the day draws to a close, you rise above it all. From the top of Bitexco Tower, the city stretches endlessly beneath you, glowing in the fading light. It is a quiet, reflective ending to a day that connects past and present in a way that feels both thoughtful and deeply human.
A gentle suggestion: explore Ben Thanh night market this evening for a casual local dinner experience
Overnight at Lotte Hotel Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City
Day 3:
Mekong Delta: A Day of Simple Joys and Shared Moments (B/L/D)
The afternoon invites quiet discovery. By bicycle, you move through shaded village paths, stopping along the way to meet local families, to see how simple crafts are made, and to taste fruit freshly picked from the garden. Children find their own rhythm here, often connecting effortlessly in ways that need no translation.
In the evening, you gather for a hands on cooking experience, learning to prepare Vietnamese pancakes before sharing a meal shaped by the flavors of the region. Later, beneath a sky scattered with stars, you walk back to your lodge by soft torchlight, the countryside wrapped in stillness.
It is in these unhurried moments that the Mekong reveals its true character: gentle, generous, and quietly unforgettable.
A gentle suggestion: take a moment to look up at the night sky, where the stillness feels almost complete
Overnight at Coco Riverside Lodge, Mekong Delta
Day 4:
Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh City: A Morning by the River (B/L)
Later, you follow this journey more closely with a visit to a local workshop, where coconuts are still processed by hand. There is something grounding in watching these simple, practiced movements, shaped over time and shared with quiet pride. Nearby, you are invited to try a craft of your own, weaving coconut leaves into small torch sticks, a humble yet meaningful tradition that brings both light and connection.
By afternoon, you return to Ho Chi Minh City. The pace gently shifts once more, from river to road, from stillness to movement. Yet something of the Delta stays with you: a sense of calm, of warmth, of moments shared simply and well.
A gentle suggestion: take with you the small things you created today, as reminders of a place where life moves with quiet intention
Overnight at Lotte Hotel Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City
Day 5:
From Saigon to Hoi An: A Town of Light and Memory (B/L)
This morning, you leave the south behind and take a short flight to Da Nang, where the air feels lighter, touched by the sea. A gentle coastal drive brings you to Hoi An, a town that seems to exist slightly outside of time, where every corner carries a quiet sense of story.
In the afternoon, you begin to explore on foot. Along lantern lined streets, past old merchant houses and hidden courtyards, the town reveals itself slowly. At Tan Ky House, generations of history linger in the worn wood and soft light. Nearby, the Japanese Covered Bridge stands as a quiet reminder of Hoi An’s layered past, shaped by cultures that once met here.
Later, you step into a more personal moment of creation. In a small workshop, you learn to craft your own lantern, choosing colors and fabrics that will carry a memory of this place home with you. It is a simple act, yet one that connects you to the rhythm and artistry of the town.
As evening approaches, Hoi An begins to glow. The rest of your time is yours to wander, to pause, and to take in the gentle beauty that reveals itself best when nothing is rushed.
A gentle suggestion: stop by a small local café on Tran Phu Street for a refreshing herbal drink, a quiet favorite among locals
Overnight at La Siesta Hoi An Resort, Hoi An
Day 6:
Hoi An: Living the Rhythm of the Land (B/L)
At Cam Thanh, the landscape shifts to water and palm. Here, you are welcomed by a local family before stepping into a round basket boat, gliding through the coconut forest in a moment that feels both playful and rooted in tradition.
Your journey continues to Tra Que, where the earth is tended with care passed down through generations. You walk the gardens, learn the rhythm of planting and harvesting, then step into the kitchen to prepare a meal using what has just been gathered. It is simple, hands on, and deeply satisfying. Later, a quiet pause with a herbal foot soak offers a moment of rest before you return to town.
As evening falls, Hoi An tells its story in a different way. Through light, music, and movement, the Memories show brings centuries of history to life, not loudly, but with a sense of grace that lingers.
A gentle suggestion: wander through the central market for a final glimpse of local life and small, meaningful finds
Overnight at La Siesta Resort, Hoi An
Day 7:
From Hoi An to Hanoi: A Journey by Rail (B)
In the afternoon, you step aboard the train bound for Hanoi. There is something timeless about rail travel here. You settle into your cabin as the train slowly pulls away, carrying you through landscapes that reveal themselves in passing moments. Rice fields stretch into the distance, small villages flicker by, and at times, the coastline appears close enough to touch, where sea and sky blend into soft shades of blue.
Through the night, the journey becomes its own experience. The gentle movement, the changing scenery, the quiet sense of transition from one region to another. It is less about arrival, and more about allowing the space in between to unfold.
A gentle suggestion: keep your camera close, as the most unexpected views often appear when you least expect them
Overnight on board the train
Day 8:
Arrive in Hanoi: Where Stories Overlap (B/D)
By early afternoon, the city begins to unfold. At Ba Dinh Square, history feels close, grounded in a moment that shaped a nation. At the Museum of Ethnology, the story widens, offering a thoughtful glimpse into the many cultures that define Vietnam. The Temple of Literature brings a quieter pause, its courtyards and ancient trees holding centuries of learning and reflection. Then, a shift in energy. Along a narrow stretch of railway, daily life and passing trains exist side by side in a way that feels both surprising and deeply local. It is one of those moments that lingers not for its spectacle, but for its authenticity.
As evening approaches, you step into Hanoi through its flavors. Moving through small streets and hidden corners, each dish tells its own story, from simple street side bites to recipes shaped over generations. There is no rush, only the pleasure of tasting, listening, and slowly understanding the city in a different way.
You return to your hotel with more than memories of places, but a feeling for Hanoi itself, layered, lively, and quietly unforgettable.
A gentle suggestion: follow your curiosity with street food, it often leads to the most memorable moments
Overnight at Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel, Hanoi
Day 9:
From Hanoi to Lan Ha Bay | Where Water Meets Sky (B/L/D)
As you glide into Lan Ha Bay, limestone islands rise quietly from the water, their shapes softened by distance and light. There is a sense of calm here that settles in almost immediately. At Tra Bau, you step closer to this landscape, kayaking through hidden corners where the water feels still and undisturbed, as if time has paused.
Back on board, the day unfolds at your own pace. Perhaps a quiet moment on deck, a swim, or simply watching the changing colors of the bay. Later, you gather for a relaxed cooking experience before dinner is served as the sky begins to fade.
As night falls, the bay becomes something else entirely. Under a wide, star filled sky, you may try your hand at squid fishing, a simple, playful activity that often becomes a shared memory for the whole family.
It is a day shaped not by movement, but by moments of stillness, where nature and time seem to meet.
A gentle suggestion: take time to kayak, as it is often the most intimate way to experience the quiet beauty of the bay
Overnight on board Indochine Grand Cruise
Day 10
Lan Ha Bay to Chiang Mai: From Sea to Mountains (B/Br)
As the cruise makes its way back, you step ashore on Cat Ba Island and venture into Trung Trang Cave. Inside, the air cools and the space opens into a world shaped slowly over time, where formations rise and fall in unexpected ways. It is a quiet reminder of nature’s patience and artistry.
By late morning, you return to the boat, enjoying a final meal as the bay drifts past once more. Soon after, you leave the coast behind and travel back to Hanoi for your onward flight.
By evening, a new chapter begins in Chiang Mai. The air feels different here, softer, touched by the mountains. You are welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where the rest of the day is yours to rest and settle in.
From water to highlands, the journey continues, each place offering its own quiet rhythm.
A gentle suggestion: take time to notice the shift in pace and atmosphere, it is part of what makes this journey feel so complete
Overnight at Chala Number 6 Hotel, Chiang Mai
Day 11
Chiang Mai: Slow Discoveries by Bicycle (B/L)
This morning invites you to see Chiang Mai at a gentler pace, by bicycle. After a relaxed start and a quiet cup of coffee, you set out into the old town, where ancient walls and shaded streets guide the way.
Riding comfortably, you move beyond the expected. Small temples appear tucked between homes, their details easy to miss without slowing down. At Warorot Market, the atmosphere shifts to something more lively, filled with color, conversation, and the everyday rhythm of local life. There is time to wander, to pause, and to take in the textures of the place. Along the way, you pass through a traditional craft community, where simple skills continue to shape daily life. A brief stop, a shared smile, a glimpse into something authentic and unhurried.
The journey ends as it began, gently. A light lunch, perhaps a freshly pressed juice, and a sense of having experienced the city not as a visitor, but a little more like a local.
A gentle suggestion: try a fresh fruit juice along the way, simple, refreshing, and part of everyday life here
Overnight at Chala Number 6 Hotel, Chiang Mai
Day 12:
Chiang Mai: In the Quiet of the Countryside (B/L)
From here, the experience becomes more personal. At Kanta Elephant Sanctuary, you are welcomed into a space where care and respect shape every interaction. As you walk alongside these gentle elephants, hearing their stories and preparing food for them, the connection feels natural and quietly moving. Later, by the water, you watch as they bathe and play, completely at ease in their surroundings. It is not a spectacle, but a shared moment of presence, one that often stays with you long after the day ends.
By afternoon, you return to the city, carrying with you a different side of Thailand, one defined not by pace, but by depth and feeling.
A gentle suggestion: take photos, but also take a moment simply to observe, these are the memories that last the longest
Overnight at Chala Number 6 Hotel, Chiang Mai
Day 13:
From Chiang Mai to Phuket | Toward the Sea (B)
A short flight brings you to Phuket, where the atmosphere shifts once more. The air is warmer, touched by the sea, and the horizon opens wide. Upon arrival, your driver welcomes you and takes you to your beachfront resort, where the rest of the day is yours to simply unwind.
There is nothing to plan here, only to settle into the ease of island life. As evening approaches, the sky begins to soften, and the day fades into one of those quiet, golden sunsets that ask nothing of you but to pause and take it in.
A gentle suggestion: find a quiet spot by the water at sunset, it is often the simplest moments that feel the most complete
Overnight at The Surin Phuket
Day 14:
Phuket: Through Limestone and Light (B/L)
At Hong Island, you move closer to this world by canoe, gliding through narrow passages and into hidden lagoons where the outside world seems to fall away. It is शांत, intimate, and unexpectedly still. Further on, the silhouette of James Bond Island appears, familiar yet striking in its setting. Nearby, life continues in a different rhythm at Ko Panyi, where homes stand above the water and daily life unfolds with a quiet resilience. Here, you pause for lunch and a moment to take in a way of living shaped entirely by the sea. By afternoon, the pace softens once more. A final stop invites you to swim, to rest, or simply to sit with the view before returning to Phuket.
It is a day of contrasts, from dramatic landscapes to quiet human moments, all woven together by the gentle movement of the sea.
A gentle suggestion: take time to kayak through the caves, it is often where the most memorable moments quietly reveal themselves
Overnight at The Surin Phuket
Day 15:
Phuket | A Day to Simply Be (B)
For those drawn by curiosity, Phuket reveals another side through its flavors. Hidden among its streets are small, unassuming places where recipes are shaped by generations, from rich curries to simple bowls of noodles prepared with quiet mastery. It is not about seeking anything grand, but about following your senses and allowing the day to unfold naturally.
Later, you might wander through the old town, where colorful facades and soft afternoon light create a different rhythm, one that feels both nostalgic and quietly alive.
A gentle suggestion: take a slow walk along Thalang Road, where the character of the island reveals itself in subtle, unexpected ways
Overnight at The Surin Phuket
Day 16:
Phuket: A Gentle Farewell (B)
Please note: hotel check out is at 12:00
- Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnel
- Day 3: Mekong Delta
- Day 4:
- Day 5: Hoi An
- Day 6:
- Day 7:
- Day 8: Hanoi
- Day 9: Halong Bay
- Day 10
- Day 11 Chiang Mai
- Day 12:
- Day 13: Beaches & islands
- Day 14: Beaches & islands
- Day 15: Beaches & islands
- Day 16: Phuket