Vietnam & Thailand Adventure

Name: Vietnam & Thailand Adventure
Brand: Gap 360
Price: 2399 GBP

Best of Thailand and Vietnam's nightlife, beaches and nature

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£2,399

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£98

Vietnam & Thailand Adventure Overview

Multi-Trip Combo

Fall in love with two of Southeast Asia’s most iconic destinations on Vietnam & Thailand Adventure. With legendary nightlife, stunning nature, delicious food and new friends for life all around the corner, this is the experience of a lifetime you’ve been waiting for. And with an amazing discount exclusive to our multi-trip combos, you’ll be saving on this dream adventure.

Vietnam & Thailand Adventure Highlights

Discover the best of Thailand, from island-hopping to beach parties and elephants
Explore Vietnam's breathtaking nature and incredible nightlife
Save on your travels with an exclusive multi-trip combo discount
Choose when you start your next adventure, with expert support available to help plan any optional free time

This is a combo trip, a combination of trips we recommend going on in sequence.

Gap 360's multi-trip combos are a combination of two or more trips, specifically designed with the best travel routes and dates in mind. Enjoy a multi-trip discount, pick dates that suit your plans, and even choose your downtime between trips if you want flexibility. Our friendly team of travel advisors are on hand with advice and suggestions, and to help with flights and accommodation between trips.

Duration:

from 27 days

Age Range:

18 - 35

Trips Featured:

Duration:

9 or 12 days

Age Range:

Avg 18-30

Group Size:

Max 22

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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

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Travellers in hot tub on boat in vietnam ha long bay

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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9 days 12 days

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

Day 3: Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat

Day 4: Ha Long to Ninh Binh

Day 5: Ninh Binh

Day 6: Hoi An

Day 7: Hoi An crab fishing and cooking

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.

Vietnam Adventure Plus

Want to experience our Vietnam Adventure with upgraded accommodation, more destinations and more meal inclusions? Check out our 15 day Vietnam Adventure Plus!

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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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Customer Reviews

Mariela

An amazing opportunity to explore such a beautiful country. The trip spent a perfect amount of time in each location and ticked off everything I wanted to see. With so many inclusions, it was so...

Erin

It was really great to visit the city of lanterns. Accommodation was so good throughout the stay!

Jamie

It was amazing to see the beautiful lights of Hoi An, mud fish in the Mekong Delta, cycle rides in Ninh Binh and learn about the history of Vietnam.

Rachel

Unreal once in a life time experience

Joseph

Amazing, best 3 weeks of my life

Clare

Easy friendly helpful booking system

Amy

Amazing

Roisin

An amazing experience that I will remember for the rest of my life

Emily

Gap360 are a good middle agent to use as you can see all available trips from many providers in one place and compare prices. They also allow you to pay in installments which most companies dont...

Keeley

Easy and smooth!

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Vietnam Facebook Group Discussion

is anyone booked onto the 12 day vietnam adventure trip starting october 24th? ❤

Hey, is anyone doing the Cambodia and Vietnam discovery starting 1st November? 😁

Hey, has anyone booked the Southeast Asia loop starting 10th November? 🤭 Also to anyone that's done this before have you any tips or things to take as essentials

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Below is a taster of what comes included on this multi-trip combo. For a detailed breakdown, check out the itineraries listed below!

Thai Adventure (18 or 25 days)
Vietnam Adventure (9 or 12 days)
Exclusive multi-trip combo discount
Accommodation and activity recommendations between trips
Expert flight advice for getting to your destinations
24 hour emergency support whilst on and between trips

What's Not Included

Flights from start and end locations
Accommodation and flights between tours
Travel insurance

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Vietnam & Thailand Adventure Overview

Vietnam & Thailand Adventure Highlights

Vietnam Adventure

Thai Adventure

Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam

Day 2: Hanoi Walking & Rickshaw Tour

Day 3: Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat

Day 4: Ha Long to Ninh Binh

Day 5: Ninh Binh

Day 6: Hoi An

Day 7: Hoi An crab fishing and cooking

Day 8: Hoi An lanterns and beach

Day 9: Trip end

Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam

Day 2: Hanoi Walking & Rickshaw Tour

Day 3: Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat

Day 4: Ha Long to Ninh Binh

Day 5: Ninh Binh

Day 6: Hoi An

Day 7: Hoi An crab fishing and cooking

Day 8: Hoi An lanterns and beach

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 10: Mekong Delta

Day 11: Cu Chi Tunnels

Day 12: Trip end

Vietnam & Thailand Adventure Inclusions

What's Not Included

Select your dates Payment plans available