9 or 12 days
Vietnam Adventure
Discover the magic of beautiful Vietnam!
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Trip Highlights
- Spend a night on board an overnight boat in gorgeous Ha Long Bay
- Catch crab with local fisherman on a traditional basket boat in the rivers around Hoi An
- Explore the lantern-lit streets of historic Hoi An and make your own floating lantern
- Cycle through Ninh Binh’s verdant landscapes and hike Dragon Mountain Viewpoint
- Book the 12-day option for an underground tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and a homestay in Mekong Delta!
Trip Overview
Enjoy a fantastic introduction to Vietnam on this 9 or 12 day tour! Make new friends, learn new things and discover a whole world of adventure in this incredible country. Hang out in the hustle and bustle of Hanoi, cycle around rice paddies in Ninh Binh, learn local skills like cooking and crab fishing, explore Vietnam from the water with a night on a Ha Long Bay cruise, and delve into the glittering streets of Ho Chi Minh City. It’s the ultimate intro to one of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful countries!
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- Arrival Transfer
- 8 or 11 nights’ accommodation
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinners (9 day tour)
- 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners (12 day tour)
- All in-country transport
- Rickshaw tour of Hanoi
- Temple visits
- Night out in Hanoi
- Overnight boat trip on Ha Long Bay
- Sea kayaking & caving
- Riverside homestay
- Bicycle tour of Ninh Binh
- Rowboat experience in Ninh Binh
- Dragon Mountain Viewpoint
- Vietnamese cooking class
- Crab Fishing Boat Tour
- Floating lantern making class
- Local beach club
- 12-day option only: internal flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels Tour, Mekong Delta Day Trip.
- 24-hour emergency support
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Return transfers
- Most meals
- Optional activities
Accommodation
This trip features a range of accommodation in central locations. 8 nights of accommodation are included if you book the 9 day tour and 11 nights if you book the 12 day tour.
- Hanoi (2 nights): Boutique hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter with spa facilities (twin/double rooms with ensuite, Wi-Fi and air con).
- Ha Long Bay (1 night): Overnight boat with cosy cabins (twin/double/triple rooms with ensuite and air con).
- Ninh Binh (1 night): Riverside bungalows with stunning views and hammocks (twin/double rooms with ensuite, and Wi-Fi).
- Sleeper train (1 night): Overnight train with comfy bunk beds and bed linen (4-share cabins with air con).
- Hoi An (3 nights): Quiet hotel close to the centre of town with swimming pool and laundry facilities (twin/double/triple rooms with ensuite, Wi-Fi, and air con).
- Ho Chi Minh City (2 nights): Local hotel with park views, restaurant and laundry facilities, in the heart of the backpacker area (twin/double rooms with ensuite, and Wi-Fi).*
- Mekong Delta (1 night): Authentic bungalows on a tiny island in the Mekong Delta (twin/double/triple rooms with ensuite, Wi-Fi, and air con).*
*12 day tour only
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 dinner are included on the 9-day tour. 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners are included on the 12-day tour. You will need to purchase the rest of your meals yourself. This is a great opportunity to soak up Vietnamese culture and sample some local delicacies!
Single Use Plastics
Our local team has installed safe refillable water stations at every overnight stop on this tour and also at many of the activity destinations. In an effort to reduce the use of single-use plastics, we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle with you on this trip.
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Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam
Arrive into Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, where you'll be met and transferred to your accommodation. Enjoy your first night in Vietnam!
Day 2: Hanoi Walking & Rickshaw Tour
Walk around the city, try some local fruit and beer, then ride around in a rickshaw and keep your eyes peeled for key sites such as the Presidential Palace, the beautiful West Lake, the Ho Chi Minh complex and the One Pillar Pagoda.
Day 3: Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat
Let's jump abroad the boat which we will call home for the night. Sail into beautiful Ha Long Bay, drink in the gorgeous landscapes, go caving and sea kayaking and spend tonight drinking and eating under the stars before being rocked to sleep by the waves in your cosy cabin.
Day 4: Ha Long to Ninh Binh
Our destination today is stunning Ninh Binh, referred to as 'Ha Long Bay inland' because of its dramatic limestone scenery. Gaze out on a sea of rice paddies and mountains from your riverside homestay as you enjoy a wholesome evening with your group.
Day 5: Ninh Binh
Join a bicycle tour through the countryside, then hop on a boat and glide along gentle rivers and caves. After lunch, ascend the 450 steps of Dragon Mountain Viewpoint before an overnight train to Da Nang.
Day 6: Hoi An
Wake as the train rolls into Da Nang and take the short bus ride to historic Hoi An. Explore the ochre-tone streets, wander around the tailor shops, and maybe get something tailored made! After the sun goes down, enjoy a lively evening in this World Heritage Site. Tonight we will experience Hoi An on the lantern boats.
Day 7: Hoi An crab fishing and cooking
Jump aboard a traditional basket boat and navigate rivers and coconut groves with the help of some local fishermen while attempting to catch crabs! Then learn how to whip up some tasty Vietnamese delicacies at an authentic cooking class.
Day 8: Hoi An lanterns and beach
Get crafty today with a floating lantern making class. Then we will make our way to one of the golden beaches just outside of the town, where we'll kick back with some time in a local beach club.
Day 9: Trip end
Your trip comes to an end today in Hoi An. Your guide will help you organise your onward travel.
Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam
Arrive into Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, where you'll be met and transferred to your accommodation. Enjoy your first night in Vietnam!
Day 2: Hanoi Walking & Rickshaw Tour
Walk around the city, try some local fruit and beer, then ride around in a rickshaw and keep your eyes peeled for key sites such as the Presidential Palace, the beautiful West Lake, the Ho Chi Minh complex and the One Pillar Pagoda.
Day 3: Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat
Let's jump abroad the boat which we will call home for the night. Sail into beautiful Ha Long Bay, drink in the gorgeous landscapes, go caving and sea kayaking and spend tonight drinking and eating under the stars before being rocked to sleep by the waves in your cosy cabin.
Day 4: Ha Long to Ninh Binh
Our destination today is stunning Ninh Binh, referred to as 'Ha Long Bay inland' because of its dramatic limestone scenery. Gaze out on a sea of rice paddies and mountains from your riverside homestay as you enjoy a wholesome evening with your group.
Day 5: Ninh Binh
Join a bicycle tour through the countryside, then hop on a boat and glide along gentle rivers and caves. After lunch, ascend the 450 steps of Dragon Mountain Viewpoint before an overnight train to Da Nang.
Day 6: Hoi An
Wake as the train rolls into Da Nang and take the short bus ride to historic Hoi An. Explore the ochre-tone streets, wander around the tailor shops, and maybe get something tailored made! After the sun goes down, enjoy a lively evening in this World Heritage Site. Tonight we will experience Hoi An on the lantern boats.
Day 7: Hoi An crab fishing and cooking
Jump aboard a traditional basket boat and navigate rivers and coconut groves with the help of some local fishermen while attempting to catch crabs! Then learn how to whip up some tasty Vietnamese delicacies at an authentic cooking class.
Day 8: Hoi An lanterns and beach
Get crafty today with a floating lantern making class. Then we will make our way to one of the golden beaches just outside of the town, where we'll kick back with some time in a local beach club.
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City
Today is a great opportunity to explore Hoi An in the morning before jumping on a short flight to southern Vietnam and visit famous Ho Chi Minh City later in the day.
Day 10: Mekong Delta
Today explore the beautiful Mekong Delta and learn first hand how locals live, whilst they teach you how to make a bracelet and then enjoy an afternoon tea. After that you can have a go at traditional mud fishing.
Day 11: Cu Chi Tunnels
Head underground and explore the incredible Cu Chi Tunnels, a sprawling network of underground passages that were used during the war for supplies and communication. Then enjoy a farewell night out in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 12: Trip end
Your amazing adventure in Vietnam has come to an end! Exchange contact details with your group, say 'Tam Biet' to your guide, and head home or off for more travelling adventures.
Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.
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Please note: we require a copy or photo of your passport to confirm the internal flight between Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City for the 12 day tour; we request you send this to us as soon as possible after you book.
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Arrival Information:
Arrival
Arrive into Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on day 1. You will be met and transferred to your accommodation.
You can arrive in advance of the start date and still take up the inclusive transfer if you book extra nights of accommodation through us. If you wish to arrive before the start date then please let us know this in advance.
Departure
If you are on the 9 day tour, your trip will finish in Hoi An on day 9. The nearest airport is Da Nang and your group leader can help you book onward travel.
The 12 day tour ends in Ho Chi Minh City. A return airport transfer is not included but is easily arranged. Let us know your onward travel plans and we can advise you about your best transfer options.
Age & Eligibility:
Generally, our travellers are 18-35 years old. We do have an upper age limit of 55 for this trip, with some flexibility.
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