• Morning: Arrive in Hanoi. Private transfer to a luxury boutique hotel for a peaceful start.
• Afternoon: Enjoy leisure time with an optional guided stroll around Hanoi’s Old Quarter to take in its heritage at your own pace.

  

   

• Evening: Welcome dinner at a fine-dining Vietnamese restaurant. Spend the night unwinding with a tranquil view of the city.

Day 2:

• Morning: Transfer to Mai Chau Valley (3 hours). Check into Avana Retreat, set among the picturesque hills and rice terraces.

  

• Afternoon: Join a leisurely cultural tour of local Thai villages, immersing yourself in the lifestyle of the valley’s residents.

  

• Evening: Enjoy a quiet, private dinner at the resort’s open-air dining area.

Day 3:

• Spend the day at your own pace – slow travel. Options include a gentle hike through rice terraces, a bamboo weaving workshop, or relaxing by the pool with breathtaking valley views. Round out the day with a farm-to-table dinner featuring fresh, local ingredients.

  

Day 4:

• Morning: Head to Ninh Binh (2 hours). Check into a secluded riverside resort.
• Afternoon: Drift along Tam Coc’s peaceful waterways by private rowboat, taking in the limestone cliffs and serene beauty.

  

• Evening: Relax with a sunset view at the resort, followed by a calm, candlelit dinner.

Day 5:

•  Start the day with a leisurely bicycle ride through quiet rural paths to explore the ancient Hoa Lu capital. In the afternoon, participate in a traditional stone-carving workshop, learning a time-honored art form. Spend a peaceful evening enjoying the resort’s amenities.

  

Day 6:

• Morning: Transfer to Bai Tu Long Bay (3 hours), where a private luxury junk boat awaits for an overnight cruise.

  

• Afternoon: Enjoy a slow sail through the bay’s serene waters, with stops for a guided kayaking excursion or gentle swim. As you drift through the emerald waters, the scenic limestone formations offer endless tranquility.

  

• Evening: A private, starlit dinner is served on deck.

Day 7:

• Begin with Tai Chi on deck at sunrise, followed by a slow exploration of quiet caves. After brunch, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi. Enjoy an evening at a luxury hotel, relaxing at the spa or exploring Hanoi’s quiet cafes at your leisure.

Day 8

• Morning: Fly to Dong Hoi and transfer to Phong Nha. Check into the peaceful Chay Lap Farmstay, offering quiet vistas of surrounding greenery.

  

• Afternoon: Take a nature walk through local farmland or join a photography workshop, capturing the quiet landscapes for a Slow travel.

• Evening: Savor a farm-to-table dinner at the farmstay, prepared with locally grown ingredients.

Day 9:

• A slow-paced cave tour to Paradise Cave awaits, with options for a boat ride along the Son River or gentle kayaking. Return to the farmstay to relax, finishing the evening with a quiet dinner in the serene countryside.

Day 10:

• Morning: Fly from Dong Hoi to Con Dao Islands (via Ho Chi Minh City). Check into Six Senses Con Dao for ultimate relaxation.

  

• Afternoon: Enjoy the private beach or a spa treatment tailored for relaxation.
• Evening: Sunset beach dinner with fresh, locally sourced seafood.

Day 11: Slow travel in Con Dao

• Start your day with a meditation session on the beach. Later, take a private boat ride to explore nearby secluded beaches or opt for a snorkeling experience at a calm, shallow reef. Spend the afternoon unwinding by the pool.

Day 12

• Morning: Fly to the mainland, then drive to Binh Lap Peninsula.

  

• Afternoon: Settle in at Ngoc Suong Resort on a private beach. The rest of the day is for your relaxation—swimming, reading, or simply soaking in the quiet ambiance.
• Evening: A private seafood barbecue on the beach makes for an idyllic ending to a slow day.

Day 13:

• Begin the day with a guided nature walk or a morning yoga session on the sand. Spend the afternoon kayaking along hidden coves, with a private picnic awaiting on a secluded beach. End the day with a sunset toast, enjoying cocktails as the sky turns gold.

• Morning: Slow Travel to Yen Tu Mountain, home to one of Vietnam’s most revered Zen Buddhism sites.

  

   

• Afternoon: Check in at Legacy Yen Tu – MGallery by Sofitel. Experience a calming tea ceremony and enjoy a gentle guided walk through the serene mountain trails.

  

• Evening: Conclude with a quiet farewell dinner inspired by traditional Vietnamese wellness cuisine, celebrating your journey of peace and discovery.

• Morning: After breakfast, transfer to Hanoi for your flight home, leaving with a heart full of tranquility and unforgettable memories of Vietnam’s hidden, slow travel and calming beauty.