Overview
Experience Vietnam in relaxation on this 14-day luxury golf and leisure journey. From the culture of Hanoi to the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay, the coastal charm of Hoi An, and the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City, this journey blends iconic destinations with world-class golf and refined relaxation. Play some of Vietnam’s most scenic courses, unwind with curated wellness experiences, and enjoy seamless travel throughout – all thoughtfully designed for those who value comfort, quality, and unforgettable experiences.
Highlights
- Play at Vietnam’s most scenic courses, including Chi Linh Golf, Hoiana Shores Golf xc and Long Thanh Golf Club
- Coastal and island golf experiences at
- Overnight luxury cruise in the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay
- Relax with beach time and wellness experiences in Hoi An
- Explore the cultural highlights of Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City
- Unique local experiences, including a Jeep tour by night and Mekong Delta exploration
- Perfectly balanced itinerary combining golf, culture, and relaxation
Itinenary List
Day 01: Hanoi – Arrival
Day 02: Hanoi – Cultural Discovery
Day 03: Hanoi – Golf at Chi Linh Golf – Quang Ninh
Day 04: Ha Long Bay Luxury Cruise
Day 05: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Flight to Hue
Day 06: Hue
Day 07: Hue – Golf Laguna Lang Co – Hoi An
Day 08: Hoi An
Day 09: Hoi An – Hoiana Shores Golf Club
Day 10: Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong
Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City – Golf at Long Thanh Golf Club
Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Departure
Note
- Mekong Mosaic specializes exclusively in private, tailor-made journeys for small groups of two or more. Each package includes all on-site services from the moment you arrive until your departure.
- The itinerary presented is a suggested outline for inspiration. Depending on your preferences and budget, it can be fully customized and adjusted in terms of duration, content, and travel period.
- We offer a wide range of trip styles and experiences. If this program doesn’t fully match your expectations, we'd like to invite you to explore additional options available through our advisors.
- For any quote requests, simply contact our travel experts. They will work closely with you to ensure your tailor-made itinerary reflects your vision of the perfect journey. Expect a personalized response within 24 hours—guaranteed.
UUpon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you’ll be warmly greeted by your private guide and chauffeur. After a smooth transfer to the city, unwind with a 60-minute aromatherapy massage — the perfect way to rejuvenate after your long-haul flight.
Check in at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, a timeless 5-star landmark that has hosted diplomats, writers, and celebrities since the French colonial era. The hotel’s blend of Indochine elegance and contemporary luxury sets the tone for your journey through Vietnam’s hidden gems.
In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at T.U.N.G Dining, a refined Michelin Guide restaurant, where Hanoi’s most celebrated chefs reinterpret classic Vietnamese recipes with modern sophistication.
Overnight: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Note: The day’s schedule can be tailored based on your arrival time and personal preferences.
Begin your day with a visit to a lively local market, offering a glimpse into Hanoi’s authentic daily life.
Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university and a symbol of the country’s intellectual heritage. Meet a local calligraphy master and gain insight into this centuries-old artistic tradition.
In the afternoon, visit the Museum of Ethnology for a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s diverse cultures.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet performance. This is a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form.
Overnight: Hanoi
After breakfast, your private driver will pick you up for your transfer to Chí Linh Golf Course, widely regarded as one of the must-visit Vietnam golf courses and among the finest golf experiences in Southeast Asia. Surrounded by rolling hills, lakes, and forests, this renowned destination offers a premium golf in Vietnam experience with its beautifully designed championship course and world-class facilities.
- One of Northern Vietnam’s premier golf courses, located between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay amidst scenic hills, lakes, and forests.
- Features 27 international-standard holes designed by Australian firm I.G.C.S, known for its challenging yet picturesque layout.
- Divided into three unique courses — Hillside, Valley, and Lake — offering varied landscapes and strategic play.
- Premium facilities include a modern clubhouse, locker rooms with sauna and jacuzzi, driving range, practice areas, pro shop, and golf carts.
- Clubhouse restaurant serves Asian and international cuisine with panoramic views over the course.
Enjoy a peaceful day immersed in nature, away from the bustle of the city.
After your round of golf, continue your journey to Yên Tử, Quảng Ninh and check in at Legacy Yên Tử – MGallery, a luxurious mountain retreat inspired by ancient Vietnamese palaces and the spiritual heritage of the Trúc Lâm Zen Buddhist tradition. Designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, the resort blends traditional craftsmanship, serene natural surroundings, and refined wellness experiences, creating a unique atmosphere of tranquility and understated luxury.
Overnight: MGallery - Legacy Yen Tu
Breakfast at Legacy Yen Tu, you have time to relax, perhaps a cup of coffee or a walk around to enjoy the scenery. Around 10 AM, we continue to depart for Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its emerald waters and limestone karsts.
Boarding around noon on a luxury ship. Welcome drink, introduction of the crew and the program of your cruise before settling into your cabin.
Enjoy a seafood lunch on board as the boat begins its journey through the bay, passing among thousands of sugarloaf-shaped islets rising from the turquoise waters. The scenery makes you feel like you've stepped into a legendary world.
You will then visit a cave that served as a shelter for fishermen before returning to the boat and having free time to observe the sunset in the late afternoon.
Dinner and overnight on board
Overnight: Ha Long Bay
Wake to serene views, then continue your cruise through quieter areas of the bay.
The crew weighs anchor for the voyage to the floating fishing village of Vung Vieng.
The cruise continues into the heart of Bai Tu Long Bay, passing through multi-shaped limestone islets naturally formed by the erosion of air and water. Lunch is served on board as the boat returns to the pier.
After disembarkation, transfer to Hanoi for your flight to Hue. Your driver will meet you upon arrival at Phu Bai airport.
Transfer to your hotel in Hue
Overnight: Ancient Hue Garden Houses & French Villa
Breakfast at the hotel.
Begin a full-day exploration of Hue, recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site for its outstanding historical and architectural value. Once the seat of the Nguyen emperors, Hue is often described as a vast open-air museum filled with ancient palaces, temples, pagodas, and royal tombs.
Your morning starts at the Imperial Citadel, built between 1805 and 1832 by Emperor Gia Long. Enclosed within defensive walls spanning 5.2 km², the complex mirrors traditional Eastern fortress design with subtle French influence. Visit its most significant monuments, including the Flag Tower, Ngo Mon Gate (Noon Gate), Palace of Supreme Harmony, Pavilion of Edicts, and the Forbidden Purple City, once reserved for the emperor and his royal family.
Continue to discover the architectural concept of “Nha Vuon” (garden house) — a style unique to Hue where homes are harmoniously integrated with lush gardens, ponds, and tropical trees, reflecting the Confucian ideal of balance between man and nature.
Lunch at a local restaurant featuring Hue’s royal cuisine, renowned for its refined presentation and delicate flavours.
In the afternoon, visit the Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, designed by the emperor himself and surrounded by pine forests, lotus ponds, and tranquil courtyards. It remains one of Hue’s most elegant and poetic royal mausoleums. Nearby stands the Tu Hieu Pagoda, founded in the 19th century and home to a community of monks. The pagoda is also where Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh began his monastic life and spent his final years in peaceful meditation. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Dinner at leisure.
Overnight: Ancient Hue Garden Houses & French Villa
After breakfast, our guide and driver will pick you up for your transfer to Laguna Lang Co Golf Club - one of the most celebrated Vietnam golf courses, located between Huế and Đà Nẵng along the scenic coastline of Central Vietnam.
- Award-winning 18-hole championship golf course designed by 6-time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo.
- Beautifully integrated into the natural landscape, with ocean views, jungle-covered mountains, rice paddies, streams, rock formations, and sandy dunes.
- Par-71 course measuring nearly 7,000 yards from the championship tees, suitable for both experienced golfers and leisure players.
- Designed with links-style characteristics and varied shot opportunities, offering both strategic and enjoyable play. Hosts prestigious international tournaments including the Faldo Series Asia Grand Final.
- Excellent facilities include a modern clubhouse, driving range, practice facilities, golf academy, pro shop, locker rooms, restaurants, and luxury resort amenities.
- Surrounded by pristine beaches and dramatic mountain scenery, creating one of the most memorable golf in Vietnam experiences.
After your golfing experience, continue to Hoi An and check in at Namia River Retreat, an intimate luxury retreat nestled along the peaceful riverbanks just outside the ancient town. Blending contemporary design with Vietnamese craftsmanship and nature-inspired wellness experiences, Namia offers a serene escape surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil waterways. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing in the calm atmosphere or exploring the charm of Hội An nearby.
Overnight: Namia River Retreat
In the morning, depart to explore the historic city that was the main Asian trading port from the 17th to the 18th century. Admire the classic Vietnamese architecture as you stroll through the old town, visiting the Pottery Museum, the 200-year-old Tam Ky House, the 17th-century Japanese Bridge, the lively market where traditional products are sold, and the charming tile-roofed houses scattered along the narrow streets, reflecting the city's multicultural past.
Then, at the end of the morning, you'll participate in a cooking class. You'll stroll through the market along the Hoi An river, a city always bustling with activity, before spending the day with a chef who will teach you how to cook traditional Vietnamese dishes. And of course, you'll get to taste your creations afterward!
Return in the afternoon to relax at the hotel.
Overnight: Namia River Retreat
In the morning, depart to Hoiana Shores Golf Club, which is one of the top-ranked Vietnam Golf destinations and among the finest golf in Vietnam experiences, located along the pristine coastline near Hội An in Central Vietnam.
- Award-winning 18-hole championship links course designed by legendary architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., marking his first golf in Vietnam.
- Set against spectacular coastal scenery with sweeping views of the Eastern Sea, Cham Islands, rolling sand dunes, and natural seaside vegetation.
- Designed in a classic links-style layout with wide fairways, strategic bunkers, ocean winds, and firm, fast-playing conditions, creating a unique and memorable Vietnam Golf experience.
- Par-71 championship course stretching over 7,000 yards, suitable for both experienced golfers and leisure players. Signature finishing holes run directly alongside the shoreline, offering dramatic sea views and challenging coastal winds.
- Unique cultural touches inspired by nearby Hội An Ancient Town, including traditional lantern-style pins instead of standard golf flags.
- Premium facilities include a luxurious clubhouse, pro shop, locker rooms, golf academy, driving range, practice areas, restaurants, and ocean-view terraces. Internationally recognised with numerous accolades including “World’s Best New Golf Course 2020” and rankings among Asia’s and the world’s top golf courses.
Return to Hoian Namia River Retreat to enjoy the rest of the day with exceptional services provided by the resort.
Overnight: Namia River Retreat
Transfer to Danang airport for your flight to Saigon. Upon arrival at Saigon airport, you will be greeted and transferred to the city.
Your tour will take you to Notre Dame Cathedral, whose red bricks come from France, and the Central Post Office, with its beautiful iron-framed glass roof, a work by Gustave Eiffel, the facades of the City Hall and Ben Thanh Market
In the early evening, we offer a Jeep tour of Saigon by night. We want to give you the opportunity to experience authentic Vietnamese culture, just as the locals of Saigon themselves enjoy it. We'll show you the city from a unique perspective, highlighting its illuminated monuments, its vibrant neighbourhoods after dark, its liveliest streets, and its most secret, unusual, and trendy spots.
But we'll also give you an unexpected local culinary experience! For this, we won't be taking you to the touristy spots in the city center. Instead, we'll take you to the neighbourhoods where Saigon residents like to go in the evening to dine with friends or family. There, we'll introduce you to an authentic Vietnamese restaurant, renowned for its southern specialties.
Overnight: Saigon
In the morning, departure with the guide towards Ben Tre (60 kms – 1.5 hours drive) to begin your discovery of the Mekong Delta, formed by the nine branches of the Mekong River
Upon arrival in Ben Tre, you will be greeted by our local guide and then visit the brick kiln. Enjoy a boat trip along the river to observe the daily activities of the local inhabitants and the coconut processing in Ben Tre.
Continue your cruise through the small canals of Coi Son to the Nhon Thanh market, followed by a walking tour of the surrounding village, including a mat weaving workshop. Enjoy a tasting of local fruits and honey tea. Take a ride in a traditional dugout canoe ("xe loi") through the village.
Lunch at the local restaurant, where you can taste the regional specialty "elephant ear fish," which is eaten with rice pancakes and a typical sauce.
In the afternoon, a rowboat cruise along the Vong Canal to explore Cai Coi Cove, where you will visit an old house typical of the region.
Disembarkation and then return journey to Saigon.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Enjoy your final round at Long Thanh Golf Club, one of the finest courses in southern Vietnam.
Set across gently rolling hills, the course offers:
- Beautifully landscaped fairways and lakes
- Two distinct courses (Hill and Lake) with varied challenges
- Elevated tees with sweeping countryside views
- Premium clubhouse facilities and excellent service
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Enjoy time at leisure before your private transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Price Includes
- Accommodation in the planned category (or similar) subject to availability.
- Escort by experienced English-speaking local guides at each stage.
- Meals mentioned in the program.
- Entrance fees for all tourist sites listed in the program.
- All activities and cruises clearly specified in the itinerary.
- Domestic economy, including applicable airport taxes.
Price Excludes
- International flights and associated airport taxes.
- Visa fees.
- Travelers’ personal insurance.
- Drinks and personal expenses.
- Tips/gratuities.
- Anything not listed under “Price Includes.”
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the program.
At Mekong Mosaic, we specialize in tailor-made journeys across Vietnam and Indochina. Every trip is designed exclusively for you, ensuring complete privacy and flexibility.
- Private Experience – Travel only with your family or friends, without being grouped with other tourists.
- From Arrival to Departure – A dedicated guide and driver accompany you throughout your journey.
- Your Trip, Your Way – Visits and activities can be adapted to your pace, preferences, and interests.
- Personalized Services – From dietary preferences to special celebrations (honeymoon, birthday, anniversary), we create unique touches tailored to you.
Our pricing is personalized and depends on:
- Number of Travellers – The more people in your group, the lower the cost per person.
- Hotel Category – A 5-star hotel can cost significantly more than a 2- or 3-star option.
- Activities Chosen – Two similar itineraries may differ in price depending on included excursions.
- Travel Period – High season (October–April) is generally more expensive than low season (May–September).
- Booking Date – Early booking often secures better rates and availability.
Accommodation is a key factor in your trip’s cost, often accounting for up to three-quarters of the total.
- We offer a wide selection of 2- to 5-star hotels, always negotiated at preferential rates.
- For a truly authentic experience, you may opt for a “Night at a local’s home”—simple yet welcoming, and highly recommended for at least one night.
Our guides are the cornerstone of your experience. Each one is:
- Professional, knowledgeable, and fluent in French or English.
- Licensed by the National Tourism Administration.
- Passionate locals eager to share the cultural richness of their region.
1. Private Vehicles
All transfers are in modern, air-conditioned vehicles with experienced drivers.
- Cars for 2 passengers
- Minibuses for 4–14 passengers
- Buses for 15–20 passengers
Bottled water and refreshing towels are provided. Fuel, tolls, and driver expenses are included.
2. Domestic Flights
Flights within Vietnam are operated by Vietnam Airlines, using a modern Airbus and Boeing fleet.
3. Rail Journeys
Some itineraries include train travel (e.g., Hanoi–Hue, Hanoi–Lao Cai) in air-conditioned cabins with comfortable berths. A slower pace than flying, but a memorable cultural experience.
International flights to/from Vietnam are not included. We recommend booking from your departure country, as prices are usually more competitive. Many airlines operate to Vietnam, with direct flights from Paris, Toronto, and other major hubs.
Step 1. Customize Your Journey
- Choose an existing itinerary or request a tailor-made program.
- A travel expert will contact you within 24 hours with a personalized proposal.
Step 2. Confirm Your Booking
- Validate the final quote with your advisor.
- Secure your trip with a deposit of 25–30% (depending on services).
- Receive confirmation within 7 days once reservations are completed.
Note: During peak season (November–March), early booking is strongly recommended to guarantee hotel availability.
At Mekong Mosaic, we believe peace of mind is part of a truly seamless travel experience. Our flexible modification and cancellation policy ensures that, should your plans change, we’ll handle every detail with fairness and transparency.
Modification Requests
- You may request to modify your booking up to 14 days before departure, subject to availability.
- Any additional costs resulting from changes (e.g., hotel or airline adjustments) are payable by the traveller.
Cancellation Policy
Should you need to cancel your trip, the following fees apply based on the number of days before departure:
- 30+ days: 10% of total trip price
- 15–30 days: 20%
- 8–14 days: 30%
- 4–7 days: 40%
- Less than 72 hours: 50%
Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 14 business days, minus bank or transaction fees.
