29-Day Vietnam Family Tour: Hanoi to Saigon & Con Dao, with kids aged 3 to 13
Four slow weeks from the northern mountains to a Con Dao beach villa: one main activity a day, long rests, and a dedicated guide looking after the family in every region.
Is this trip right for your family?
The key facts, before you read the days.
arrival
- NThe NorthHanoi · Pu Luong · Ninh Binh
9 nights - CThe CentrePhong Nha · Hoi An
night train + 5 nights - SSaigonCity · Cu Chi Tunnels
6 nights - CDCon DaoIsland beach week
7 nights
departure
Suits families with kids of all ages
Toddlers to teens, one parent or two, grandparents welcome. We shape each day around the youngest and the oldest.
With a toddler? Every day has a long midday rest. When the 13- and 8-year-olds zipline or kayak, the little ones play by the river with Mum.
Slow, with rest built into every day
Two long drives have a guide on board and rest stops; the longest leg north to south is by night train and flights.
Big sights in the morning, pool in the afternoon
A guide for every activity and every travel day. Free days are yours, with ideas if you want them.
Every part can stand alone: the North, the Centre or the South. We can also swap Con Dao for Phu Quoc or a Da Nang beach resort.
Day-by-day itinerary
29 days in three parts: the North, the Centre and the South. Tap any day for times and family tips.
Hanoi
Days 1–33 nights · Heritage Ham Long Hotel & SpaDay1
Noi Bai Airport → HanoiWelcome to the capital
VIP fast-track at the airport, a private transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day to settle in.
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Welcome to the capital
VIP fast-track at the airport, a private transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day to settle in.
- VIP fast-track: met at the airbridge, past the immigration queues, with help for all the luggage.
- Private transfer to Heritage Ham Long Hotel & Spa.Kia Carnival~45 min
- Free time to rest after the flight.
Day2
HanoiJet lag day & water puppets
A slow day at the hotel, then front-row seats at the water puppet show.
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Jet lag day & water puppets
A slow day at the hotel, then front-row seats at the water puppet show.
- Free time: breakfast, pool, or a gentle walk around Hoan Kiem Lake.
- Private transfer to the Water Puppet Theatre. Front-row seats reserved for the family, show at 1:45 PM.
Day3
HanoiCity sights & a Michelin food walk
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature in the morning; street food and Train Street at sunset.
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City sights & a Michelin food walk
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature in the morning; street food and Train Street at sunset.
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (inside), One Pillar Pagoda, the lotus ponds and the Temple of Literature.
- Lunch and a long midday break at the hotel, so the little ones can nap.
- Michelin food tour on foot and by cyclo: child-friendly Michelin-selected bites, then Train Street from the safety of a local café.
Family tipCyclos are great for the 3- and 6-year-old when little legs get tired.
Pu Luong
Days 4–63 nights · resort to be confirmedDay4
Hanoi → Pu LuongInto the mountains
A private drive with a guide on board and a long lunch stop, then pool time at your Pu Luong resort.
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Into the mountains
A private drive with a guide on board and a long lunch stop, then pool time at your Pu Luong resort.
- Private drive to Pu Luong with your North guide.Kia Carnival~5 h in total
- Midway stop (30–45 min) for lunch, restrooms and a stretch.
- Check in and free time by the pool.
Day5
Ban DonAn easy walk through Ban Don
A flat, gentle village walk between rice terraces and stilt houses, lunch in the village, then a free afternoon.
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An easy walk through Ban Don
A flat, gentle village walk between rice terraces and stilt houses, lunch in the village, then a free afternoon.
- Ban Don village walk on a flat, easy path through terraces and Thai stilt houses, safe for all four kids.
- Local lunch in the village.
- Free time at the resort.
Day6
Cham River · Cam LuongBamboo rafts & the fish stream
A bamboo raft on the Cham River, the giant water wheels, then thousands of sacred fish at Cam Luong.
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Bamboo rafts & the fish stream
A bamboo raft on the Cham River, the giant water wheels, then thousands of sacred fish at Cam Luong.
- Bamboo raft on the calm Cham stream, then a walk to the giant water wheels.
- Cam Luong Mystical Fish Stream: a short forest walk to see thousands of colourful sacred fish.
- Free time back at the resort.
Ninh Binh
Days 7–103 nights · Jiva Hoa Lu + night trainDay7
Pu Luong → Ninh BinhDown to Ninh Binh
A relaxed morning, then a three-hour drive to your hotel near Hoa Lu.
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Down to Ninh Binh
A relaxed morning, then a three-hour drive to your hotel near Hoa Lu.
- Free time and a late check-out.
- Private drive to Ninh Binh with your guide.Kia Carnival~3 h
- Check in at Jiva Hoa Lu: pool and gardens for the afternoon.
Day8
Trang AnThe land of kings & Kong
A private sampan through Trang An's caves and the "Kong: Skull Island" set, then a quiet afternoon.
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The land of kings & Kong
A private sampan through Trang An's caves and the "Kong: Skull Island" set, then a quiet afternoon.
- Trang An by private sampan: emerald water, low caves and the Kong film set. Life jackets for every size.
- Lunch nearby.
- Free time at the hotel.
Day9
Ninh BinhFree day in the karsts
A full day at your own pace, with an optional family bike ride through Tam Coc.
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Free day in the karsts
A full day at your own pace, with an optional family bike ride through Tam Coc.
- Free time at the hotel.
- Family bike ride on car-free paths: Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Thai Vi Temple and Mua Cave (the stone steps are for the energetic only).
Day10
Thung Nham → night trainBird valley & the night train
A slow morning, sunset boats at Thung Nham bird valley, then your private sleeper cabin south.
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Bird valley & the night train
A slow morning, sunset boats at Thung Nham bird valley, then your private sleeper cabin south.
- Free time to pack; late check-out recommended.
- Thung Nham Bird Valley: a boat at sunset as thousands of birds fly home.
- Dinner locally or at the hotel.
- Transfer to Ninh Binh Station and board the overnight train to Dong Hoi.Private 4-berth cabin, QB01 22:12 → 06:30
Why the train?It covers the longest stretch of the trip while everyone sleeps, and kids love a bunk bed on a train.
Phong Nha
Days 11–122 nights · Karst Residence Phong NhaDay11
Dong Hoi → Phong NhaThe hidden kingdom
A slow morning after the train, then Phong Nha Cave by boat and a splash at the Chay River.
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The hidden kingdom
A slow morning after the train, then Phong Nha Cave by boat and a splash at the Chay River.
- Arrive, transfer to Karst Residence Phong Nha and rest.
- Phong Nha Cave by private wooden boat, then the lit boardwalks inside.
- Chay River: tandem ziplining and kayaking for the 13- and 8-year-olds, with full safety gear; everyone else relaxes by the emerald water.
- Back to the hotel.
Day12
Bong Lai ValleyFarmers at the Duck Stop
Ducks, a "duck massage" and a buffalo ride at the Duck Stop, then lunch at Wild Boar Eco Farm.
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Farmers at the Duck Stop
Ducks, a "duck massage" and a buffalo ride at the Duck Stop, then lunch at Wild Boar Eco Farm.
- The Duck Stop: the kids lead the ducks, get a duck massage and ride a buffalo.
- Lunch at Wild Boar Eco Farm overlooking Bong Lai Valley.
- Free time by the lake or the pool.
Hoi An
Days 13–153 nights · The Signature Hoi AnDay13
Phong Nha → Hoi AnSouth to Hoi An
A long private drive with your guide, through the Hai Van Tunnel, then a tailor fitting in Hoi An.
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South to Hoi An
A long private drive with your guide, through the Hai Van Tunnel, then a tailor fitting in Hoi An.
- Private drive to Hoi An with regular stops, taking the tunnel rather than the winding pass.Kia Carnival~6 h with stops
- Tailor fitting: choose fabrics for custom-made outfits.
- Check in at The Signature Hoi An and swim.
On the roadYour Central guide rides with you, with snacks, games and a break every 90 minutes or so.
Day14
Tra Que villageLittle farmers & a cooking class
A gentle bike ride to Tra Que, planting and watering, a family cooking class and a buffalo ride.
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Little farmers & a cooking class
A gentle bike ride to Tra Que, planting and watering, a family cooking class and a buffalo ride.
- Gentle bike ride to Tra Que vegetable village (child seats for the little ones).
- Be a farmer: water and plant the organic gardens.
- Cooking class & lunch: fresh summer rolls and banh xeo pancakes.
- Water buffalo ride around the village.
- Free time at the hotel.
Day15
Marble Mountains · Cam ThanhMarble Mountains & basket boats
A free morning, the Marble Mountains by lift, then round basket boats in the coconut forest at golden hour.
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Marble Mountains & basket boats
A free morning, the Marble Mountains by lift, then round basket boats in the coconut forest at golden hour.
- Free time by the pool.
- Marble Mountains by elevator, up and down: cool caves and grottoes with no steep stairs.
- Basket boats in Cam Thanh coconut forest, coconut-leaf toys for the kids, and the spinning-boat show from a safe distance.
Ho Chi Minh City
Days 16–183 nights · Sherwood SuitesDay16
Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh CityFly south to Saigon
A short flight to Saigon, a private transfer to Sherwood Suites and a free afternoon.
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Fly south to Saigon
A short flight to Saigon, a private transfer to Sherwood Suites and a free afternoon.
- Private transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.Domestic flight, ~1.5 h
- Met at Tan Son Nhat and driven to Sherwood Suites.
- Free time: pool, or a stroll around the centre.
Day17
Saigon River → Cu ChiCu Chi Tunnels by speedboat
A private speedboat up the Saigon River to the Cu Chi Tunnels, lunch in town, then a free afternoon.
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Cu Chi Tunnels by speedboat
A private speedboat up the Saigon River to the Cu Chi Tunnels, lunch in town, then a free afternoon.
- Private speedboat up the Saigon River, 75 minutes with coconut water and snacks, skipping all the traffic.Private speedboat~75 min each way
- Cu Chi Tunnels: shaded jungle paths; history for the older kids, an easy walk for the little ones.
- Speedboat back to the city.
- Lunch at a local restaurant, then free time at the hotel.
Day18
District 1An easy city morning
Photo stops at the Independence Palace and Central Post Office, a kids' activity, lunch, then pool time.
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An easy city morning
Photo stops at the Independence Palace and Central Post Office, a kids' activity, lunch, then pool time.
- City tour with photo stops at the Independence Palace and the Central Post Office. Very little walking.
- Kids' activity of your choice (to be chosen together, not included).
- Lunch at a family-friendly restaurant, then free time.
Con Dao
Days 19–257 nights · Six Senses Con DaoDay19
Ho Chi Minh City → Con DaoFly to Con Dao
A short flight to the island; the Six Senses team meets you and drives you to your villa.
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Fly to Con Dao
A short flight to the island; the Six Senses team meets you and drives you to your villa.
- Private transfer to Tan Son Nhat for your flight to Con Dao.Domestic flight, ~1 h
- Check in at Six Senses Con Dao, met at the airport by the resort.
- Free time in the villa pool or on the beach.
Days20–25
Six Senses Con DaoSix beach days
Six fully free days: the villa pool, the beach, the kids' club and, in season, a turtle hatchling release.
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Six beach days
Six fully free days: the villa pool, the beach, the kids' club and, in season, a turtle hatchling release.
- No schedule. Swim, read, nap, repeat.
- Kids' club: sandcastles, shell painting and gardening with the resort team.
- For Mum: the spa or a morning yoga class.
- Turtle hatchling release with the resort.
Why a week?After three busy weeks, a long beach stop lets everyone recharge before the flight home.
Ho Chi Minh City
Days 26–293 nights · Novotel Saigon CentreDay26
Con Dao → Ho Chi Minh CityBack to Saigon
The resort drives you to the airport; we meet you in Saigon and take you to Novotel Saigon Centre.
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Back to Saigon
The resort drives you to the airport; we meet you in Saigon and take you to Novotel Saigon Centre.
- Resort transfer to Con Dao Airport and flight to Ho Chi Minh City.Domestic flight, ~1 h
- Met at Tan Son Nhat and driven to Novotel Saigon Centre.
- Free time at the pool.
Day27
Ho Chi Minh CityKite flying day
A free day with one family highlight: an afternoon flying kites together in the open air.
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Kite flying day
A free day with one family highlight: an afternoon flying kites together in the open air.
- Free time: cafés, souvenir shopping in District 1, or the pool.
- Family kite flying: we bring the kites and take you to a wide, breezy open space for the afternoon.Private car there and back
- Dinner wherever you like, with a table booked for you.
What changedWe swapped the horse ride for kite flying: easier for the 3-year-old, and everyone can join in.
Day28
Ho Chi Minh CityA slow last day
A completely free day to pack, swim and enjoy the city at your own pace.
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A slow last day
A completely free day to pack, swim and enjoy the city at your own pace.
- Free time. Your South guide can book restaurants or a last outing on request.
Day29
Hotel → Tan Son NhatFarewell Vietnam
Breakfast, a private transfer to the airport and VIP fast-track for your flight home.
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Farewell Vietnam
Breakfast, a private transfer to the airport and VIP fast-track for your flight home.
- Private transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.Kia Carnival
- VIP fast-track through check-in and emigration.
Shorter, longer, or a different beach? This is a starting point. Every day can change.
Customize this tripWhere you'll stay
Family-friendly hotels with a pool at almost every stop, and a beach villa on Con Dao. Included in the "with hotels" price.
Heritage Ham Long Hotel & Spa
- Near the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake
- In-house spa for Mum
- Easy base for the jet-lag days
Hanasa Pu Luong Resort
- Among the rice terraces
- Pool for the afternoons
- Chosen with the family
Jiva Hoa Lu
- Close to Trang An and Tam Coc
- Pool and gardens
- Late check-out on the train night
Karst Residence Phong Nha
- Early check-in after the night train
- Lake and mountain views
- Pool for lazy afternoons
The Signature Hoi An
- Pool for the afternoons
- Close to the old town and Tra Que
- Room for a family of five
Sherwood Suites
- Apartment-style suites
- Space to spread out after a busy trip
- Central Saigon
Six Senses Con Dao
- Beachfront villa with a private pool
- Kids' club run by the resort
- Spa and yoga for Mum
Novotel Saigon Centre
- Central, near District 1
- Pool for the final days
- Easy airport run
Transfers
All private. Your regional guide rides along on every long drive, and the longest legs are by night train and short flights.
Kia Carnival, just for you
Private speedboat
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Day 1
Noi Bai Airport → HanoiKia Carnival · VIP fast-track
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Day 4
Hanoi → Pu LuongKia Carnival · guide on board
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Day 7
Pu Luong → Ninh BinhKia Carnival · guide on board
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Day 10
Ninh Binh → Dong HoiSleeper train, private 4-berth cabin
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Day 13
Phong Nha → Hoi AnKia Carnival · via Hai Van Tunnel
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Day 16
Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh CityDomestic flight
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Day 17
Saigon ⇄ Cu Chi TunnelsPrivate speedboat · each way
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Day 19
Ho Chi Minh City → Con DaoDomestic flight
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Day 26
Con Dao → Ho Chi Minh CityDomestic flight
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Day 29
Hotel → Tan Son NhatKia Carnival · VIP fast-track
What's included & price
Two ways to book: the land tour on its own, or the land tour with every hotel. Prices are for the whole family.
Included
- Signature Care: a dedicated guide for the North, the Centre and the South, on hand 24/7 (except free days on Con Dao and in Saigon)
- Airport meet & greet and VIP fast-track on arrival and departure
- Private Kia Carnival for every road transfer, with the guide on long drives
- Private speedboat to the Cu Chi Tunnels and back
- Private 4-berth sleeper cabin on the night train
- All entrance fees, boats, water puppet front-row seats, cooking class and kite flying
- Meals listed: Michelin food tour dinner, Tra Que lunch, Cu Chi day lunch
- Water and cold towels daily, eSIMs for everyone, a private family yoga class, travel insurance
- Restaurant bookings and last-minute changes, handled by our team
- With hotels option: all 27 hotel nights listed above
Not included
- International flights and the 3 domestic flights
- Hotels, in the land-tour-only price
- Meals not listed (we book the tables)
- The day 18 kids' activity (chosen together)
- Tailor-made clothes, shopping and spa
- Tips for guides and drivers (optional)
Or $18,900 with all hotels. Based on a mother and four children (13, 8, 6 and 3), 2026. Your quote depends on your dates and hotel choices.
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