Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, which is commonly known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s commercial center and home to several landmark French colonial buildings. The city is alive with a buzzing street culture where locals dine and engage in various activities at the many local stalls that line the city streets. Upon arrival, you are fast-tracked through airport immigration and customs procedures to ensure you get a good start to your Vietnam journey. Your guide is waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to Park Hyatt Saigon, a French colonial style property where you will discover a sense of urban luxury with a combination of sophisticated design, handcrafted details and modern-day comforts. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City

Meals: None

Take a drive through the lush countryside of southern Vietnam to visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Dug in 1948, the tunnel complex was used by the guerrilla army against the French and also served as a communications route, food and weapons caches as well as hospitals and living quarters during the Vietnam War. Explore the underground passages to understand more about the history and the resilience of Vietnamese fighters during combat. You also have a unique opportunity to meet with a veteran who once lived in the tunnels to learn about his personal story. Return to the city for an afternoon at leisure. In the evening, enjoy the A O Show, a stunning visual feast of lighting and optical illusions performed at Opera House Theater.

Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City

Meals: Breakfast

Check out early and transfer to the airport for a domestic flight bound for Dalat, located on an elevated plateau in the southern parts of the Central Highlands region. Upon arrival, you are greeted by your local guide and transferred to Dalat Palace Heritage Hotel, a French colonial style property that delivers a refined elegance and spacious art deco suites amid pine-covered gardens. After checking in, head out to explore wild pathways to enjoy views of the surrounding mountains. You can also see the Summer Palace of King Bao Dai, Linh Phuoc Pagoda, Dalat Flower Garden and the “Crazy House”, a unique architectural spectacle. Then ride a cable car to visit Tuyen Lam Lake, Truc Lam Zen Monastery and Xuan Huong Lake.

Please note: Early check in is not included and is subject to availability.

Overnight at Dalat Palace Heritage Hotel, Dalat

Meals: Breakfast

Check out of your hotel this morning and travel by private vehicle to Vinh Hy Bay in Ninh Thuan Province, approximately 3.5 hours’ drive away. Wonderfully situated in a secluded area of Vietnam’s southern coastal region, the pristine bay offers an extraordinary retreat surrounded by nature and the golden sands of the South China Sea. Upon arrival, transfer directly the Amanoi, the region’s ultimate luxury resort. Fusing contemporary elegance with traditional Vietnamese architectural styles, Amanoi is perched along a coastal ridge, offering unrivaled views of the sea or the national park. After checking in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to explore your magnificent surroundings or simply relax at the hotel.

Please note: Early check in is not included and is subject to availability.

Overnight at Amanoi, Vinh Hy Bay

Meals: Breakfast

Make the most of your final morning in the remote and untamed paradise of Vinh Hy Bay, tucked away on the southern coast of Vietnam. If time permits, you may choose to enjoy a last chance to swim or sunbathe on the beach before checking out in the late morning. At 11:30, as you bid farewell to the resort, meet your driver and board your private vehicle for the overland transfer to Cam Ranh Airport, located near the city of Nha Trang. The drive takes approximately 1.5 hours, passing scenic Vietnamese landscapes on the way. Once at the airport, check in and board your domestic flight bound for Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival in the capital, transfer to your connecting flight to your next destination or onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast