The Vietnam Beach Vacation
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 13-day, 10-night journey through Vietnam, where rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes and tropical relaxation come together in one exceptional experience. Discover the charm of the country’s historic north, marvel at spectacular natural wonders, and unwind on a stunning island paradise surrounded by turquoise waters and pristine beaches. From vibrant local traditions and timeless architecture to tranquil scenery and moments of leisure, this carefully designed itinerary offers the perfect balance of exploration, discovery and relaxation. Experience the beauty, warmth and diversity of Vietnam while creating memories to last a lifetime.
This itinerary features More Moments, activities included with your package.
If your itinerary includes domestic and/or regional flight tickets, as well as entry tickets to landmarks that require passport details, you must call Air Canada Vacations immediately upon receiving your booking confirmation. Failure to provide Air Canada Vacations with your passport details may result in the unavailability of domestic and/or regional flight tickets, and entry passes for certain landmarks included in your tour package. It is mandatory to call Air Canada Vacations at the number provided in your electronic confirmation as soon as your booking is confirmed to submit your passport details.
Format
Trip Highlights
Destinations that include planned activities and/or overnight stays.
- Vietnam
- Hanoi
- Phú Quốc
- Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam
- Thailand
- Bangkok
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to Bangkok (if the Flight & Hotel option is chosen)
- One-way economy class airfare from Bangkok to Hanoi, from Hanoi to Phú Quốc, from Phú Quốc to Bangkok
- Private transfers to and from airports, and for all excursions and sightseeing tours as per the itinerary, unless noted otherwise
- 10 nights’ accommodation (3 nights in Hanoi, 1 night in Hạ Long Bay Cruise, 5 nights in Phú Quốc, and 1 night in Bangkok)
- Daily breakfast
- Lunch and dinner as per itinerary
- Entrance fee to landmarks and monuments as mentioned in the itinerary
- More moments inclusions:
- Hanoi full-day city tour
- Hạ Long Bay cruise
- Evening water puppet show with cyclo ride in Hanoi
- Hotel taxes, fees and service charges
- Government tax and service charges
- Service of English-speaking local guide as per program.
- Bottle of water on transfers and sightseeing tours
Itinerary
Days 1 & 2
Depart Canada
Depart from Canada bound for Bangkok’s International Airport.
Day 3
Welcome to Hanoi
Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, you might be required to clear customs and immigration in Thailand. Once cleared, you’ll proceed to the luggage collection area, collect your belongings and check in for your connection flight to Hanoi, “The City of Lakes.”
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you’ll proceed through customs and immigration. After clearing, you’ll head to the exit where a local representative will greet you with a sign bearing your name. They will escort you to your transfer, which will take you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Day 4
Hanoi
After breakfast, you’ll meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and get ready for an exciting full-day city tour. Discover the highlights of the destination as you explore its history, culture and local way of life. Your guide will share fascinating insights and stories along the way, creating a memorable experience filled with unique sights and unforgettable moments.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day city tour
You’ll begin your day at Ba Dinh Square with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (subject to opening hours; closed Mondays, Fridays and afternoons), followed by Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house and the Ho Chi Minh Museum. You’ll continue to the historic One Pillar Pagoda and one of Hanoi’s notable museums, the Vietnamese Women’s Museum, Hoa Lo Prison or the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, based on your interests and availability. You’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
In the afternoon, you’ll explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university, founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius. You’ll end the day wandering through the atmospheric Old Quarter, Hanoi’s oldest district and former trading hub, before relaxing at a local roadside café and experiencing daily life over a cup of traditional Vietnamese coffee.
Meal(s): breakfast and lunch
Day 5
Hanoi - Hạ Long Bay (Overnight cruise)
After breakfast and check-out, you’ll meet your guide in the lobby of the hotel and embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Tuan Chau Jetty, where an exciting overnight cruise on the famous Hạ Long Bay awaits!
Upon arrival at the pier, you’ll take a speedboat to your vessel and enjoy lunch while cruising through Hạ Long Bay’s iconic limestone islands. Depending on your itinerary, you can explore caves, grottos, pearl farms or island beaches, with some cruises offering kayaking. After sunset, enjoy a Vietnamese cooking demonstration followed by a delicious dinner. The day ends with the boat anchoring for the night among the karst formations.
Important note: Please note your vessel’s itinerary is subject to change at short notice and is dependent on weather and tidal conditions. If weather conditions are deemed unsafe, the harbour master may deny departure, and you will be re-accommodated with the best alternative ground services available.
More Moments Activities Included
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Hạ Long Bay cruise
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the mesmerizing landscape of Hạ Long Bay, a true gem amongst Vietnam's natural wonders. Join an exhilarating overnight cruise where you will glide through the pristine waters, offering unparalleled views of the majestic limestone islands that dot the horizon.
Marvel at the spectacle of over 3,000 towering karst formations, each adorned with lush greenery and hidden caves waiting to be explored. Our voyage will take us past secluded beaches, hidden grottoes and picturesque coves.Along the way, soak in the tranquillity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the beauty of nature blends seamlessly with centuries of cultural heritage. Prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking scenery and rich history that surrounds you, offering a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation and cultural immersion.
Meal(s): breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6
Hạ Long Bay - Hanoi
Start your morning by awakening your senses with a relaxing Tai Chi session on the sundeck or simply unwind on board while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the bay.
Afterwards, you’ll enjoy breakfast as the cruise makes its way back through the bay to the pier. Upon disembarkation, you’ll continue your journey to your next destination.
A local representative will be waiting to welcome you upon arrival, holding an Air Canada Vacations sign displaying your name. They will escort you to your transfer and accompany you to your hotel in Hanoi, where you can check in and refresh before the evening’s memorable experience. Later, enjoy the evening water puppet show with cyclo ride.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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Evening water puppet Show with cyclo ride
Enjoy this wonderful introduction to one of Hanoi’s most cherished cultural traditions. Begin with a leisurely cyclo ride (three-wheeled bicycle taxi) through the city’s vibrant streets, offering a unique perspective of local life as you make your way to the theatre.
Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a traditional water puppet show, a captivating art form that dates to the 11th century, when villagers in the Red River Delta performed stories and legends over flooded rice fields. Brought to life through expertly crafted puppets, the performance is accompanied by a traditional Vietnamese orchestra and live singers, whose music and storytelling add depth and emotion to the folk tales and rural scenes unfolding on the water.
Following the performance, you’ll continue your evening with dinner at a local Vietnamese restaurant, where you can relax and reflect on this charming and culturally significant experience while savouring the flavours of authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
Meal(s): breakfast and dinner
Day 7
Hanoi - Phú Quốc
After breakfast and check-out, your local representative will take you to Hanoi Airport for your flight to “Vietnam’s Island Paradise,” Phú Quốc.
Upon arrival, you’ll collect your luggage and proceed to the exit where a local representative will greet you with an Air Canada Vacations sign with your name on it. They will escort you to your hotel to check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Days 8 to 11
Phú Quốc
Spend four full days at leisure in Phú Quốc, an idyllic island retreat renowned for its long stretches of soft sand, tranquil atmosphere and stunning coastal scenery. With ample time to unwind, this beachside paradise invites you to embrace a slower pace, whether enjoying peaceful moments by the shoreline or simply soaking in the island’s laid-back ambiance. Surrounded by the beauty of the sea and warm tropical breezes, Phú Quốc offers the perfect setting to relax, recharge, and savour the serenity of Vietnam’s premier beach destination.
Meal(s): breakfast
Day 12
Phú Quốc - Bangkok
After a leisurely breakfast, your local representative will take you to Phú Quốc International Airport for your flight to Bangkok.
Upon arrival, you’ll proceed through customs and immigration. After these formalities are completed, you’ll collect your luggage and proceed directly to the Airport Hotel Counter, located next to Gate 4 in the Arrivals Hall (2nd Floor), to arrange your complimentary airport-hotel shuttle transfer service.
If you are unable to locate the hotel counter, please proceed to the International Arrivals Hall, Exit B (near Exit Door No. 6), where a Destination Asia Airport Representative will be available to assist you.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Meal(s): breakfast
Day 13
Bangkok - Canada
After breakfast, please arrange your hotel-to-airport shuttle transfer with the front desk of your hotel. The shuttle will take you to Bangkok’s international airport, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), for your flight back to Canada.
Meal(s): breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum adults: 2
Accommodation important notes:
The accommodation in Hạ Long Bay (Cruise) is not star-rated due to its unique nature. Instead, this exceptional experience provides guests with an unforgettable journey, blending comfort, adventure and cultural immersion in a truly one-of-a-kind setting.
Ideal for
Guided tours
Let us show you around. Tour packages include (varies by tour):
- Round-trip flight with Air Canada
- Private airport transfers
- Hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Train transportation
- Motorcoach transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel luggage service
- Experienced guide throughout
- Aeroplan® points
Earn more with Aeroplan
In addition to accumulating points on the flight portion of your trip, you’ll earn up to 4,000 extra Aeroplan points on select tour packages.
- Members ages 2 to 12 will receive extra points equivalent to 50% of the points granted to members ages 13 and up.
- Travel completion by December 31, 2026.
Important Information
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Daily from :
October 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027
October 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027
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Tours Exclusions
- Gratuities of any kind
- Visa expenses (where applicable)
- Expenses of personal nature, including travel insurance
- Festive dinner/meal and festive surcharge at each hotel
- Airport taxes (where applicable)
- Meals outside of the ones mentioned within the itinerary above.
- Drinks
- Transfers for any optional activities, and any other transfer services required outside of the itinerary above.
- Excess baggage fees
- Entrance to other landmarks not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Additional activities and excursions
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day, or cancelled due to weather-related conditions.
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- Car: For all airport-hotel-airport, inter-city and sightseeing transfer services
- Airport shuttle: Bangkok Airport – Hotel – Bangkok International Airport transfer service.
- Plane: From Bangkok to Hanoi, from Hanoi to Phú Quốc, from Phú Quốc to Bangkok
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- The itinerary above is subject to change without prior notice. The order in which destinations are visited, or day excursions occur, may change due to operational restrictions, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.
- Please note that local street food venues may offer basic facilities. Depending on availability, your tour guide may suggest alternative options on site.
- Driving times indicated in your itinerary are approximate and may vary due to traffic and road conditions.
- Passport information required for domestic train/air tickets (Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport # and expiry date)
- All tours are operated in English only.
- Domestic flights weight restriction for checked bags is 20KG, 1 bag per person
- Visits to sacred temples:
Visitors must wear discreet and respectful clothing, like blouses or shirts that cover their arms and shoulders. During the visit to the Bakan tower of Angkor Wat temple, visitors are required to wear proper attire, covering shoulders and knees, as this temple is still considered a sacred site (no shorts, miniskirts or short trousers). Children under twelve years old are not allowed to climb up this tower. It will be closed on the Buddhist Sabbath Days, the Buddhist religious days, four days a month in accordance with the Lunar Calendar.