Heritage Trail Honeymoon
A history-lover's honeymoon. 10 days through Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An and Da Nang from $3,099.
A history-lover's honeymoon. 10 days through Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An and Da Nang from $3,099.
Vietnam's history is written in stone, from thousand-year-old temples rising above rice paddies in Ninh Binh to the imperial tombs of Hue and the perfectly preserved trading port of Hoi An. This trip threads them all together in one unforgettable journey through the country's cultural heartland.
Ten days, five UNESCO-connected stops and a pace built for savouring rather than rushing. Local historian guides, heritage boutique hotels and every transfer handled so you can focus on the stories these places tell.
Last updated March 2026
Land at Noi Bai and transfer to a heritage hotel near the Old Quarter. Afternoon walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, then a welcome dinner at a restored French-colonial villa on Ly Thai To street.
Start at the 1,000-year-old Temple of Literature, then continue to the Vietnamese Women's Museum, one of Hanoi's best-kept secrets. Afternoon wander through the 36 streets of the Old Quarter. Evening water-puppet performance at Thang Long Theatre.
Drive south to Ninh Binh (2 hours). Afternoon boat trip through the Trang An UNESCO landscape, a maze of river caves, cliff-top pagodas and forested karst towers. Check into your countryside resort among the rice paddies.
Morning sampan through the three Tam Coc caves, then cycle to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, the seat of Vietnam's first independent dynasties. Climb Mua Cave for a panoramic valley view. Afternoon at leisure before an early evening transfer to Hanoi for your flight.
Short flight from Hanoi to Hue. Check into your riverside hotel overlooking the Perfume River. Afternoon visit to the Imperial Citadel, including the Forbidden Purple City, Thai Hoa Palace and the royal gardens, with a private historian guide. Evening stroll along the river promenade.
Morning dragon-boat cruise to the Thien Mu Pagoda, then visit the tombs of Emperor Tu Duc (set in pine forest) and Emperor Khai Dinh (spectacular mosaic work). Afternoon free to explore Dong Ba Market. Dinner at a restored mandarin house.
Drive over the Hai Van Pass, with dramatic coastal switchbacks with ocean views and a French-era fort at the summit. Descend to Da Nang, then continue to Hoi An. Afternoon exploring the Ancient Town and placing your first tailor order.
Morning cooking class at a riverside school using herbs from Tra Que village. Afternoon lantern-making workshop where you craft a silk lantern to bring home. Evening free to explore the night market and release a paper lantern on the Thu Bon River.
Morning at An Bang Beach to swim, read, or book a couples' massage at a beachside spa. Afternoon transfer to Da Nang for a visit to the Marble Mountains and a farewell seafood dinner on My Khe Beach.
Transfer to Da Nang International for your flight home. Want to see more? We can add Ha Long Bay, Phu Quoc or a Sapa mountain extension. The trip is yours to shape.
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Heritage 4-star hotels at every stop, local historian guides at all major sites, cooking class, domestic flights and all ground transfers included.
Top-tier heritage boutiques including Azerai La Residence in Hue and Anantara in Hoi An, with a personal guide throughout, upgraded dining including a royal Hue banquet and a bespoke tailoring package.
Suite-level rooms at every property, private historian for the full journey, helicopter Hai Van Pass crossing, all meals at the finest restaurants and daily spa treatments.
Guide prices per couple — your final price depends on travel dates, hotel choices and experiences. International flights are not included. Get a personalised quote for your exact dates.
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