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Vietnam Family Holiday with Teenagers
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120 reviews
9 days
Start
Hanoi, Vietnam
Finish
Hoi An, Vietnam
Trip Code
TVFB
Min Age
10
Trip Size
2 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private bus, Bike, Kayak, Overnight train
Accommodation
Homestay (1 night), Hotel (5 nights), Overnight boat (1 night), Overnight train (1 night)
From £893(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Experience the tranquil beauty of rural Vietnam while cycling through the lush rice paddies and limestone karsts of Ninh Binh.
Kayak through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay with your family, accessing places the junk boats can't and seeing the limestone karsts up close. Paddle through grottoes, land on secluded islands and inspect stalactites in Surprise Cave.
Eat for a good cause at Hanoi's KOTO restaurant – an initiative that trains disadvantaged young people for careers in hospitality.
Wander the well-preserved architecture, riverside restaurants and shopping districts of Hoi An’s Old Town – you'll explore this UNESCO-listed city by foot and by bike!
Get active with your teens – there's nothing like a bit of family bonding while you walk, cycle and kayak through Vietnam’s beautifully scenic northern half.
Is this trip right for you?
To see as much as possible, this trip involves some long journeys, including by overnight train where the amenities are shared and basic. For more about what this experience is like, see our blog post here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/ https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/)
On Days 3 and 4, you’ll cover up to 60 km (37 mi) on bikes, so a good level of fitness is required.
On Day 3, your accommodation for the evening is a local homestay where you and your family will sleep on mattresses in a communal room. Bedding and mosquito nets are provided. Shared toilet and bathroom facilities are basic.
To see as much as possible, this trip involves some long journeys, including by overnight train where the amenities are shared and basic. For more about what this experience is like, see our blog post here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/ https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/)
On Days 3 and 4, you’ll cover up to 60 km (37 mi) on bikes, so a good level of fitness is required.
On Day 3, your accommodation for the evening is a local homestay where you and your family will sleep on mattresses in a communal room. Bedding and mosquito nets are provided. Shared toilet and bathroom facilities are basic.
Itinerary
Get active with your family on a scenic trip through Vietnam
Get active with your teens through beautiful Northern Vietnam. With long, gorgeous bike rides, guided walking tours, kayaking expeditions and a night on a traditional boat in Ha Long Bay, this trip is bound to get the blood pumping (and the family bonding). Starting in Hanoi, you’ll cycle through the city, sit down to lunch at a social enterprise focusing on disadvantaged youth and explore the delicious local cuisine. Savour the fresh air in the countryside on a two-day ride from Luong Song to stunning Ninh Binh, cruise the waters of Vietnam’s favourite UNESCO-listed bay by kayak and explore Hoi An’s Old Town and its surroundings by bike and foot.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private bus, Bike, Kayak, Overnight train
Accommodation
Homestay (1 night), Hotel (5 nights), Overnight boat (1 night), Overnight train (1 night)
Included activities
Hanoi - Temple of Literature
Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO
Hanoi - Museum of Ethnology
Mai Chau - Pom Coong Village visit & traditional lunch
Mai Chau - Traditional Textile Social Enterprise Experience
Halong Bay - Kayaking
Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
Hoi An - Bike ride
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Important notes
1. These trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you.
2. Minimum age: 10 years old. Please note that anyone aged under 18 must be accompanied by (and share accommodation with) a parent or legal guardian.
3. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 or younger at the time of travel.
4. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport), for overnight train tickets. Ticketing 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 a new ticket.
5. Two single supplements are available to book on this trip if you'd prefer your own room. A hotel single supplement will cover the 5 nights spent in Hotels in Hanoi, Hoi An and Ninh Binh. The other single supplement available to book will cover the Overnight train (Day 6) if you prefer your family to have a private cabin (cabin fits 4 people). Note Day 3 (Homestay) will be shared accommodation and Day 5 (Halong Bay) is excluded from the single supplements due to limited capacity on the boat. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
6.This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 5 pm on Day 1 in Hanoi. This trip ends on Day 9 and you are free to leave at any time.
7. Tet is Vietnam's New Year festival, held annually in late January or early February based on the lunar calendar. While this can be a fascinating time to travel and experience this event, expect some shop closures and busier than usual local transport. Opening hours at some tourist sites may also be affected or closed. Although we make all reasonable efforts to avoid disruption, a flexible approach from the traveler is appreciated.
8. During the rainy months (approx. June to October), our mode of transport can be changed at short notice due to weather conditions.
Reviews (115)
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4 stars
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Patricia (Trish)
Aug 22, 2025
If you have active teenagers/family and enjoy a real experience, try this trip. Perfect! Our family loved it. So good meeting other families too.
Mike (Michael)
Aug 22, 2025
Our family trip in Vietnam with intrepid Tours was so good. History, culture, people, scenery and our guide. I would happily do another tour in Vietnam again.
Sian
Aug 22, 2025
Just completed a 9 day tour of Vietnam with my 10 year old daughter. We had an amazing time, we loved being able to share the holiday with another family and get to see parts of the country we probably wouldn’t see by ourselves. Chieu our guide was exceptional, highly knowledgeable and friendly! Will definitely be booking another tour with intrepid
Anthony
Aug 14, 2025
Our Intrepid tour with Duc was unforgettable. His warmth, knowledge, and care made the journey special. Cycling through stunning landscapes was a highlight, and Duc ensured everyone felt safe and supported. He balanced guiding with giving us space, and was fantastic with the children. An absolute star!
Bryan
Aug 08, 2025
This a great trip. Enjoyed the contrast between the big cities and the countryside. Great food and activities. Our leader Tien was really good.
Neil
Aug 08, 2025
We had a fabulous trip which we’ll never forget, enjoying our holiday with three other wonderful families and a terrific guide in fabulous Vietnam. What more can I say?!
John
Aug 08, 2025
An excellent trip for reasonably fit families with teenagers to experience Vietnam. Cycling, trains, boats and an amazing food experience, this is an immersive trip of Vietnam.
Stephanie.tobyn@gmail.com
Aug 08, 2025
Fantastic trip cannot recommend enough. Our 15 year old son has enjoyed every minute. Tian was a great guide willing to answer any question, provide advice and share his vast knowledge of Vietnam. The cycling was well supported and we had no issues whatsoever.
Ruth
Aug 01, 2025
We’ve just finished this trip with 3 other families and our brilliant leader Duc, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others. It’s a fabulous introduction to this beautiful country, expertly planned and with a great mix of activities. For us it was perfect!
Michelle
Jul 20, 2025
Wonderful trip, highly recommend for active families. The itinerary was well planned out, and Dat was a wonderful leader. Our whole family loved it!
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