While it is famous for its majestic landscapes, Vietnam is rather more famous for its cultural heritage, which makes it the perfect destination for any spiritual wellness journey. Designed especially for the traveler this 10-day luxury tour includes meditation, spa therapy, and the cultural exploration in the package. It is a good way to travel to Vietnam from US. You can be alone or with loved ones ensuring that your trip will be smooth and rewarding.
You can begin your wellness retreat in Hanoi. It is the vibrant capital of Vietnam. After your arrival, your Vietnam Travel Agency will arrange for you a private transfer to a luxury retreat such as Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi. This is a historic hotel that offers the perfect balance of French elegance as well as Vietnamese hospitality to ensure that your journey begins in comfort and style.
You can spend your first day unwinding into the more laid-back pace of life. This can be done by moving far from the frenetic US. Try an aromatherapy massage at the award-winning hotel spa. As jet lag fades away, take a peaceful stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake. The peacefulness of the lake is the perfect backdrop for a gentle introduction to mindfulness.
Now, explore more of the cultural soul of Hanoi on the second day. Start by visiting the ancient place of learning, which is the Temple of Literature-this place is very meditative. Enjoy a private water puppet show in the evening. It is an art form that is both entertainment and spiritual experience.
A short drive takes you to Halong Bay, one of the world's great destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. When the experience begins, taking up the first two days of complete serenity on a luxury cruise like the Heritage Line Ginger will be an unforgettable experience. Here, nature combines with mindfulness.
Start every day with an early morning Tai Chi on the sundeck of the cruise ship as mist gently lifts over limestone karsts. The rhythm of Tai Chi, coupled with the beauty of Halong Bay, creates an overwhelming feeling of inner peace.
Explore the bay even further by taking guided kayaking tours of the emerald waters and hidden caves. Sit on secluded beaches, and pause for meditation, when lapping waves raise the sensations' level of tranquility. Onboard is a spa that provides further relaxation, and treatments are infused with ancient Vietnamese herbs.
Your next destination would be the former imperial capital, steeped in traditions and wellness practices: Hue. Fly to Hue and spend time at Azerai La Residence - one of Hue's riverside boutique hotels that is nothing short of a soul haven.
Hue is very holistic, so that would be a stop on any Vietnam tours. Begin your tour with a traditional herbal bath-a very deep-rooted practice in Vietnamese healing. This refreshing treatment utilizes aromatic herbs to cleanse the body and quiet the mind.
Take time out for a meditation visit at Thien Mu Pagoda, the iconic Buddhist temple complex that has been the haven for spiritual explorers through centuries. Cruise up and down Perfume River under an unassuming but lovely canopy of misted moonlit light for quiet reflections over Vietnam's heartland, whose culture still retains some quiet charm to its character. Hue vegan royal cuisines give great experiences through mouth-watering health with organic food served with natural locally sourced produce nourishment of your body within.
You head down to Hoi An. There exists a UNESCO town, featuring well-designed streets, and luxurious wellness resorts like the Four Seasons property, and the Nam Hai-by which renovation meets creativity.
There, mornings are spent by yoga sessions alongside the sea coast, giving an experience to stay alive with the rhythm of nature. In the afternoons, the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An usually invite visitors to a workshop, allowing making lanterns a meditation process in creating your own creativity and learning about local traditions.
Apart from its beauty, Hoi An offers the best spa services in the world. Treat yourself to a pure Vietnamese massage that combines acupressure and aromatherapy to melt away stress. Indulge in organically prepared meals using locally sourced fresh produce, thereby ensuring taste and wellness.
Finish your tour in buzzing Ho Chi Minh City, where old and new meet. Luxury and relaxation are perfect at Reverie Saigon.
You can begin your day with a relaxing massage or a dip in the hotel's infinity pool. You can now visit Saigon's Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica quickly. This is a tranquil island in the concrete mayhem of the city.
Shop for local markets before leaving to buy wellness souvenirs such as Vietnamese teas, essential oils, and handmade spa products. These tokens will be long-lasting reminders of your rejuvenating journey through Vietnam.
On the final evening, dine at a fine-dining restaurant that elevates modern Vietnamese food to share a final meal. Reflected on your 10-day transformation and balance achieved in Vietnam's peaceful yet majestic scenery.
Vietnam is not only a stunning landscape but a rebirth and a return to the self. This 10-day luxury wellness tour in Vietnam brings together meditation, spa indulgence, and cultural immersion in perfect harmony and nurtures both body and soul. Practice Tai Chi in the majestic settings of Halong Bay, meditate in ancient temples of Hue, and savor organic cuisine in Hoi An-Vietnam: a health retreat waiting to be discovered.