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18 to 35s
Essential Vietnam
11 Days | From World-Heritage islands to hole-in-the-wall bars, you’ll see all the essentials in Vietnam
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Start
Hanoi, Vietnam
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Finish
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Trip Code
TVYE
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Meals
2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport
Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private minibus
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Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Lodge (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights)
From £682(11 days)
Trip Informations
As you slink from old-world Hanoi through ancient Hue, past historic Hoi An and to bustling Ho Chi Minh City, you'll quickly realise that the Vietnamese know a thing or two about delicious food. Pho, banh mi, rice paper rolls – oh my! On this 11-day trip from north to south, you’ll be cruising, riding, relaxing, kayaking, drinking, exploring and enjoying all the Vietnamese hospitality. From sailing on the calm waters of Cat Ba Island to picking your own lunch ingredients from a local chef’s garden, you’ll discover that this place is even richer in culture and city hotspots than you thought.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Chill out in Hoi An where you can get some sweet threads tailor-made before you head out to pick your own ingredients for lunch during a garden-to-table experience with a local chef.
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Sit down for a cup of strong Vietnamese coffee after touring a busy Ho Chi Minh City market and listen to stories from your trip leader about the city’s vibrant culture and history as you tuck into some delicious street eats.
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Balance on a tiny streetside stool in Hanoi's Old Quarter, soaking up the bustling vibes and watching motorbikes zoom past. Then, maybe hit a local bar for a refreshing beer with the locals or explore the nightlife in search of the best cocktail.
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Take in the views of Lan Ha Bay by kayak as you explore the limestone islands during your visit to Cat Ba Island. Who'd have thought green seas and giant mossy rocks could be so pretty?
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Cycle around the ancient temples and expansive fields in Ninh Binh – a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. With loads of free time, you can hike to Mua Cave or take a boat down in Tam Coc to the nearby caves.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Save Vietnam's Wildlife. Donations help them provide support for endangered wildlife and protect critical animal habitats in Vietnam. Tuuur will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
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You’ll cover a lot of distance on this trip, including on overnight trains. Accommodation and amenities are shared and basic, but the experience of rubbing shoulders with the locals makes it all worthwhile. For more about what this experience is like, see our blog post here:
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This trip is for travellers who appreciate a bit of independence. You'll get plenty of free time in each location to make your own choices, do your own activities and eat where you like. Your leader is always there to give you tips and suggestions.
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This trip is part of a longer itinerary. You might be joining travellers who have already spent some time together. If you have more time to explore, you might like to check out Epic South East Asia or Epic Vietnam to Cambodia.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Hanoi
- DAY 2Day 2 • Hanoi
- DAY 3Day 3 • Cat Ba
- DAY 4Day 4 • Ninh Binh
- DAY 5Day 5 • Ninh Binh - Overnight Train
- DAY 6Day 6 • Hue
- DAY 7Day 7 • Hoi An
- DAY 8Day 8 • Hoi An
- DAY 9Day 9 • Hoi An - Overnight Train
- DAY 10Day 10 • Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 11Day 11 • Ho Chi Minh City
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private minibus
bed Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Lodge (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights)
festival Activities
circleCat Ba Island - Boat trip on Lan Ha Bay
circleCat Ba Island - Kayaking
circleHoa Lu - Temple of King Dinh and King Le
circleNinh Binh - Bike Tour
circleHue - Home cooked dinner
circleHoi An - Old Town walking tour
circleHoi An - Garden-to-Table with A Local Chef
circleHo Chi Minh City – Local Market Visit
circleHo Chi Minh City - Local Coffee Experience
museum Optional activities
circleHanoi - Temple of Literature - VND70000
circleHanoi - Ho Chi Minh Complex - VND80000
circleHanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD29
circleNinh Binh - Mua Cave Hike (entrance fee and taxi) - USD12
circleNinh Binh - Trang An Boat Trip (entrance fee, boat, taxi) - USD21
circleHue - Highlights & back streets by motorbike (without lunch) - USD23
circleHue - Highlights & back streets by motorbike (with lunch) - USD28
circleHue - Perfume River cruise & Thien Mu Pagoda - VND220000
circleHoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure - USD44
circleHoi An - Cooking class - USD33
circleHoi An - Private Hoi An: My Son Discovery (from) - USD77
circleDanang - Marble Mountain - VND40000
circleHo Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum - VND40000
circleHo Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace - VND40000
circleHo Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnel Experience Urban Adventure - USD45
circleHo Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure - USD59
circleHo Chi Minh City - Saigon Street Food by Night Urban Adventure - USD36
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Days 5 & 9 (Sleeper Train) where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
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