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Vietnam Luxury Tour In 1 Week - Best Luxury Tour Vietnam

Want to experience a journey that combines comfort, culture, and discovery ? With Autour Asia, a Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week is so much more than a simple tour: it’s a break filled with refinement and feelings. Between walks in the heart of stunning landscapes, lazy afternoons in 5-star hotels and unforgettable culinary revelations, each day has its own pleasures. You will be amazed at the warmth of the reception, at how rich traditions are blended with the comforts of personalized service – an attentive guide, clean and comfortable private vehicle, delicious meals at local, international restaurants, and the convenience of business class flights. So this trip to Vietnam becomes a brief but powerful experience, as everything is experienced with awe and the sense of a really one of a kind trip.

I. Why choose a luxury trip to Vietnam ?

Choosing a Vietnam luxury tour means allowing yourself much more than an ordinary stay. It is a chance to lose yourself in a culture of endless richness, to wander the streets of hanoi then have your breath taken away by an incredible show like the tonkin show. It is a kind of tranquility but found in the Pu Luong heart, with its terraced rice fields and indigenous villages, away from the noise of the towns. Then comes the magical moment of setting out on a chic cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay: mysterious caves, floating villages, and unbeatable sunsets from the deck of the boat.

All of this is topped off with 5-star service including attentive guides, private car transfers, and elegant lodgings. A trip like this is a mixture of comfort, discovery and feelings so that the memories you get during the trip will stay in your heart for a long time. So be tempted and go together to explore this exceptional Vietnam !

II. Detailed itinerary – 1 week luxury trip to Vietnam

1. Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi – Tonkin Show performance

At Hanoi airport your guide will meet you with warmth and professionalism, a smile that welcomes you and puts you at ease after your long journey. The private car transfer, designed in the spirit of a Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week, is comfortable at all times, far from the morning traffic chaos in the city, and already shows you a bit of the capital with its colorful markets and daily scenes.

When you arrive in the Old Quarter, you check in to your charming hotel, conveniently located on the historic streets. After a well-earned rest, you'll have a few hours of free time to wander these bustling alleys, marvel at the old houses or just feel the pulse of the city. Your introduction to the soul of Hanoi — the scooters, the street stalls and the traditional cafés — delivers an intriguing taste of what you’ll experience for the rest of your trip.

In the late afternoon, your guide takes you by private car on a pleasant drive out of the city, heading toward Baara Land, about twenty kilometers away. As night falls, attend the legendary Tonkin Show at an open stage that really makes your jaw drop around in Vietnam. Hundreds of performers including dancers, singers and musicians at the hour-long show bring you to a realm where music, dance and water features are combined with breathtaking staging. In this wondrous environment, traditional and contemporary elements collide to bring forth a magical and poetic highlight, a must-see of Hanoi, which crowns your 1-week luxury Vietnam tour. Following this unforgettable adventure, you return to your hotel for a night of rest, to gather your strength for the explorations of the following days.

Accommodation: Capella Hotel, one of the best 5-star hotels in Hanoi

2. Day 2: Hanoi – Discovering Pu Luong and a bamboo raft ride

After an elegant breakfast you hit the road to Pu Luong, about 150 km from Hanoi. The four hours drive becomes a visual journey through breathtaking valleys and green hills. Once you arrive in the late morning, you'll check into a charming lodge with a view of the terraced rice paddies, then have a delicate lunch in serene and refined surroundings.

In the comfort of your private transfer, you are taken to a suspension bridge over the Cham River, the starting point of an easy and immersive walk. You see the majestic water wheels, symbols of the ancestral skill of the local people. After a warm stop in a traditional house, you board a bamboo raft for a gentle ride. The calm of the river, the sunlight sparkling on the water, and the grand landscapes around you… this is an experience as authentic as it is peaceful. This highlight of your Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week gives you just the right balance of refined travel and genuine contact with the local population: enjoy all the comfort of an elegant stay while sharing, even for a short moment, the daily life of the valley’s inhabitants.

At the end of the day, you are driven by private vehicle to Pu Luong Retreat, the best resort in Pu Luong. There, you savor dinner prepared on-site with fresh local products, combining regional cuisine with elegant presentation worthy of a high-end stay. In this surreal setting, surrounded by mountains and the gentle song of the rice fields, you fully appreciate the tranquility of the place. After the evening, all you need to do is rest in the comfort of your lodge and enjoy the softness of the tropical night, recharging before the next day’s activities that show you what to do in Vietnam in 1 week of luxury through a journey rich in emotions and refinement.

3. Day 3: Elegant hike in the heart of Pu Luong

After a delicious breakfast in the calm of your lodge, you set out for a trek in the lush valley just across from the resort. With your professional guide, always attentive and passionate, you follow small paths lined with shimmering rice terraces, cross picturesque hamlets, and reach a charming village nestled at the foot of a majestic mountain. Along the way, your guide shares local stories, explains traditions, and opens the doors to a world still preserved — a must during your Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week.

This trek, though accessible, turns into a true discovery experience: you walk from farmland to lush forests, from golden fields to authentic scenes of rural life. Each stage is carefully planned for your comfort, with scheduled breaks, refreshments available, and the guarantee of premium service that makes the adventure both pleasant and enriching.

Around midday, you enjoy a refined picnic prepared by the lodge team, where careful presentation and fresh products match the natural beauty around you. This suspended moment, between simplicity and elegance, remains one of the highlights of your 1-week luxury tour in Vietnam. After the meal, you can choose between a refreshing swim in the river or a photo break to capture the landscapes. In the late afternoon, a private tuk-tuk takes you back comfortably to the lodge for a well-deserved rest in the calm of the mountains.

Back at Pu Luong Retreat, you enjoy a delicate dinner that combines local vegetables and fruits with modern culinary inspirations. The evening unfolds in an intimate setting, with the mountains and the soothing silence of nature all around. A perfect ending to a very active yet gentle day, where the notion of luxury lies as much in the quality of the services as in the depth of the emotions shared — a moment that makes this journey to Vietnam an even more unforgettable journey.

More details: Pu Luong 5-day trekking tour

4. Day 4: Immersion in local life in Pu Luong – Return to Hanoi

On the fourth day of your luxury trip to Vietnam, a new stage unfolds under the sign of authenticity. The day begins a little earlier than usual, as wonderful experiences await. You set out to meet the villagers in a hamlet perched high above Pu Luong, strolling among the fields and lush green rice terraces.

You admire the work of the farmers and meet and talk to the villagers in an uncomplicated and warm environment. If you wish, you can also participate in some traditional activities: experience what it is like to plant rice, weave colorful fabric on a wooden loom, see how the famous rice wine is produced, or cook a local meal with a village family. These sharing times, all arranged in a comfortable well thought out environment, enable you to live the village life but still take the indulgences of a luxury trip to Vietnam.

By late morning, your private vehicle takes you back to the lodge, where a refined lunch is served in the peaceful setting of Pu Luong Retreat. Local flavors, subtly reinvented, perfectly match the calm of the mountains. Then, you head back to Hanoi in the comfort of a private transfer. Through the windows, valleys, rice fields, and villages pass by like a final postcard of Pu Luong, beautifully illustrating a Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week. Your guide, always passionate, shares anecdotes and stories about the region, turning the trip into an enriching experience that extends the pleasure of your journey all the way back to the city.

Back in Hanoi, you cap the day with a fine dining experience at Quan An Ngon, the capital’s most frequented eating places. In a cozy and elegant atmosphere enjoy Vietnamese specialties reinterpreted, with a taste tour of the regions of the country. After this banquet you return to a different 5 star hotel from your first night in Hanoi to gain a different experience but be assured of maximum comfort and top end services. A refined atmosphere where you can fully relax and unwind, perfectly concluding your fourth day of travel.

Accommodation: The Oriental Jade Hotel & Spa Hanoi (5-Star Hotel)

5. Day 5: Hanoi – Luxury Cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay

On day 5, after breakfast, you leave in a private car along the modern highway toward Halong Bay. The comfort and calm of the journey already allow you to admire the Vietnamese countryside landscapes. Upon arrival at Hon Gai port, your luxury junk crew welcomes you and helps you board. You discover your elegant cabin with a panoramic view before the ship sets sail. The cruise then begins in the heart of the magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay, known for its wild charm and radiant atmosphere, a must on any luxury Vietnam itinerary. You enjoy the deck to admire the karst islets, sip a welcome drink, or simply relax in the elegant setting of the ship.

Re-energized, you then continue the cruise to Hon Co Island and its Thien Canh Son Cave. You explore this natural cavern with its fascinating rock formations before enjoying the white sandy beach for a swim or a moment of relaxation. Later, a small boat takes you to the floating village of Vung Vieng. On board a bamboo sampan, guided by the locals, you discover pearl farms and the traditional life of fishermen — a typical experience that perfectly illustrates a Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week. Throughout the afternoon, your professional guide enriches the discoveries with explanations, while the crew attentively ensures your comfort.

Back on board, you watch the sun set over the bay with a cup of tea or a glass of wine. The evening continues with a cooking class given by the chef, who unveils the secrets of a Vietnamese dish in a relaxed setting. Next is the gourmet dining, a culinary voyage using select local ingredients represented in an elegant manner. After this dinner, the evening goes at your own pace: get a rest, participate in the activities on board, or you just stare at the starry sky — a great what to do in Vietnam in 1 week for travelers looking for both sophisticated and unforgettable experience. Finally, retire to your cabin for a sweet and unforgettable night on the tranquil waters of Bai Tu Long.

Accommodation & meals: Athena Luxury Cruise – luxury cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay

6. Day 6: Cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay – Return to Hanoi

On the sixth day of your Vietnam luxury tour, the rolling waves and the golden light in the morning wrap the bay in a quiet ambience. You have your final sophisticated breakfast on the boat, a moment of calm watching the scenery gradually coming to life. Then aboard a speedboat, you head out for one last cruise into the soul of Bai Tu Long Bay. Between majestic karst islets and picturesque floating villages, every view feels like a living postcard.

Back on the junk in late morning, you savor a refined lunch while it quietly heads back to the shore. It is your last taste of local flavors as the karst hills slowly fade into the distance. The unhurried pace of this gourmet and meditative cruise allows you to end your stay in Bai Tu Long Bay on a beautiful note, before returning to land.

After eating lunch, the boat slowly heads back to port. Your private chauffeur will be ready to pick you up and bring you back to Hanoi, with the familiar landscapes flashing past like a last goodbye to the bay. Thereafter, you can have an enjoyment’s walk through the busy streets of the capital to breathe in the bustling atmosphere of the Old Quarter and have the chance to get some souvenirs to bring back home – all are experiences that can enrich your Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week even more. Finally, you head back to the Sofitel Legend Metropole, where comfort meets a timeless charm, and a restful night awaits you in one of the heart of Hanoi’s most iconic hotels.

Accommodation and meals: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi 5-star hotel

7. Day 7: Departure from Hanoi

On the morning of this final day, you start with a typically Hanoian breakfast: a steaming bowl of phở or a few delicate bánh cuốn, accompanied by a creamy egg coffee. A simple yet flavorful moment that captures the culinary soul of the capital. You then have some free time at the hotel or for a short stroll nearby, before your private driver takes you to the airport for your departure flight.

It is the end of this Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week, filled with discoveries, emotions, and memorable moments. You leave with wonderful memories and, without a doubt, the desire to return to explore even more of this fascinating country.

A Vietnam luxury tour in 1 week is much more than a simple program, it is a tailor-made experience. Between cultural getaways, elegant cruises, and refined moments of relaxation, each day reveals a unique side of the country. With Autour Asia, a Vietnam travel agency, you enjoy attentive guidance, high-end accommodations, and carefully selected activities that combine comfort and authenticity. From the terraced rice fields of Pu Luong to the peaceful splendor of Bai Tu Long Bay, and the timeless charm of Hanoi, this tour promises a week full of emotions and unforgettable memories.

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