What are Vietnam family holidays with Vietnam Tour Expert?
Our Vietnam family holidays are private, flexible tours paced for children, from a 3-hour Hanoi street food walk to 7-day trips through Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Sapa, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta. Each family travels with its own guide and driver, transfers are kept short and hotels are chosen for space and comfort. We adjust every day to your children's ages, energy and interests.
- Durations: half-day and day tours, or 3–7 days (longer trips on request)
- Destinations: North, Central and South Vietnam
- Best for: parents with young children or teenagers, and multi-generation groups
- Best months: February–April for whole-country trips; October–April in the north; February–August on the central coast
Browse our family-friendly Vietnam tours below, or tap Show more for our full family planning guide.
Good to know (2026)
- The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi is closed for maintenance from 4 September to 2 November 2026; outside that period it is normally closed on Mondays and Fridays, so we plan Hanoi days around it.
- June to October is storm season in the north. Halong Bay cruises can be suspended at short notice by the authorities, and we always prepare a backup plan for families.
- Tet (Lunar New Year) 2027 falls on 6 February. Hotels fill early and many shops and restaurants close for several days, so book family trips around that date well ahead.
- The streets around Hoan Kiem Lake become a pedestrian zone on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings – a relaxed, car-free place for children to explore.
Why choose a family holiday in Vietnam?
Vietnam packs mountains, limestone bays, ancient towns, beaches and river deltas into one long country, linked by short domestic flights and good expressways. Children are welcomed warmly almost everywhere, and the food is easy to love: noodle soups, fried rice, fresh spring rolls and tropical fruit.
Most importantly, a family trip here is full of things to do rather than just things to look at:
- Boats of every kind – rowing boats through the caves of Tam Coc, kayaks and overnight cabins on Halong Bay, sampans on the Mekong Delta.
- Gentle adventure – village walks in Sapa, the sand dunes of Mui Ne and the tunnels at Cu Chi for older children.
- Beaches and cable cars – My Khe Beach in Da Nang, Nha Trang and the Ba Na Hills cable car.
- Living history – the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and the Imperial City of Hue.
Our Vietnam family holidays at a glance
Every tour below runs privately for your family and can be shortened, extended or combined.
| Tour |
Days |
Route |
| Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Sapa – Halong Bay |
7 |
Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Sapa, Halong Bay cruise |
| Da Nang – Hue – Hoi An |
7 |
Hai Van Pass, Hue, Hoi An, My Son, Ba Na Hills or Cham Islands |
| Ho Chi Minh – Mui Ne – Da Lat – Nha Trang |
7 |
Saigon, Mui Ne dunes, Da Lat, Nha Trang beach |
| Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay |
6 |
Hanoi, Sapa villages, overnight Halong Bay cruise |
| Ho Chi Minh – Mui Ne – Da Lat |
6 |
Saigon, Fairy Stream and dunes, Da Lat highlands |
| Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay |
5 |
Hanoi, Tam Coc and Hoa Lu, overnight Halong Bay cruise |
| Da Nang – Hoi An |
5 |
Da Nang, Hai Van Pass, Hue, Hoi An |
| Ho Chi Minh |
5 |
Saigon, Cu Chi Tunnels, Tay Ninh, Mekong Delta |
| Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay |
4 |
Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay day cruise |
| Da Nang – Hoi An |
4 |
Da Nang beach, Marble Mountains, Hoi An, Ba Na Hills |
| Hanoi – Sapa |
3 |
Cat Cat Village, Muong Hoa Valley trek |
| Northern day tours (5) |
1 |
Hanoi city, Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour (3 hours), Halong Bay day cruise, Hoa Lu with Trang An or Tam Coc |
| Central and southern day tours (4) |
1 |
Hue city, Da Nang city, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta |
How to choose the right family tour in Vietnam
1. Families with young children
Fewer hotel changes make a big difference. Pick one region and stay four or five days, such as the Da Nang – Hoi An tour 4 days, which mixes the beach, the Marble Mountains and Hoi An with short drives. We avoid long road days and can leave free afternoons for the pool or the beach.
2. Families with teenagers
Teenagers usually want action. The Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay tour 6 days combines rice-terrace walks in Sapa with kayaking and a night on a Halong Bay cruise, while the Ho Chi Minh tour 5 days adds the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta.
3. Grandparents and multi-generation groups
Choose a slower route with one or two bases, a larger private vehicle and hotels with lifts. The Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay tour 5 days keeps three nights in one Hanoi hotel and one night on board a cruise.
4. One week in Vietnam
With seven days, focus on one region rather than racing from north to south. Our 7-day tours each cover one part of the country well: the north, the centre or the south.
5. School holidays
In July and August the central coast is usually dry and sunny, while the north is hot and in storm season. Over Christmas and Easter the south is dry and the north is cool and pleasant.
Best time for a family holiday in Vietnam
Vietnam has three climate zones, so there is always a good region to visit. As a rule of thumb:
| Region |
Best months |
Keep in mind |
| North (Hanoi, Halong, Sapa) |
October–April |
Cool to cold Dec–Feb; storms Jun–Oct |
| Centre (Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An) |
February–August |
Heavy rain and floods Sep–Dec |
| South (Saigon, Mekong) |
December–April |
Short tropical downpours May–Nov |
February to April is the sweet spot for a north-to-south trip. Read our Hoi An travel tips for more seasonal detail.
What is included in our family tours: private or small group?
Every family holiday on this page is private: your own English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle with driver, so you set the pace and stop whenever the children need a break. Small-group join-in departures are possible on some routes on request, but most families prefer the flexibility of a private tour.
Multi-day tours usually include:
- Airport and hotel transfers, private vehicle and driver
- Hotels at your chosen level (3-, 4- or 5-star), with family or connecting rooms on request
- Sightseeing, entrance fees and boat trips shown in the itinerary
- Meals as listed, plus an overnight cruise cabin on some northern tours
International flights and visas are not included. Day tours start from US$24 per person and multi-day tours from US$176 (Da Nang – Hoi An Tour 4 Days); the final price depends on dates, hotel level and the number and ages of children, and the Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour starts from US$23 per person.
Tips from our local team
Jimmy and our guides have arranged trips for many international families. Their favourite advice:
- Tell us ages early. Child car seats are not standard in most Vietnamese vehicles, and room types and cruise cabins depend on how many children are travelling.
- Start early, rest at midday. Sightseeing from 8am and a break after lunch keeps everyone happy in the heat.
- Crossing the road: walk slowly and steadily, holding hands – motorbikes flow around you; never run.
- Food and water: drink bottled or filtered water and start children on mild dishes such as pho, fried rice and grilled chicken.
- Pack light rain gear and sun hats at any time of year.
Looking for more ideas? See our Vietnam beach holidays and Vietnam private tours.
Plan your Vietnam family holiday with our local team
Tell us your travel dates, who is travelling and what you would love to see, and we will send a tailored itinerary with a clear quote. Chat with us on WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368 or send your request through our contact page.
