Description

Get a taste of adventure in Vietnam. Travel from the French influences of Hanoi to stirring Ho Chi Minh City on a journey that takes in Vietnam's most amazing sights. Relax on a Halong Bay boat tour, explore the countryside around Hoi An by bicycle, relax on Nha Trang's perfect beaches and crawl through the humbling Cu Chi Tunnels. This tour is jam-packed full of real life experiences and opportunities to really get to know the food, culture and people of Vietnam.

Highlights

• Discover the chaos of Hanoi.
• Crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels.
• Sip cocktails in beachside Nha Trang.
• Sail across stunning Halong Bay on a junk boat tour.
• Admire ancient royal relics in Hue.
• Cycle through rural villages near Hoi An.

Itinerary

Day 1 Hanoi

Hanoi is famous for its tranquil lake settings, French-colonial architecture, ancient temples, delectable cuisine and as the resting place of the revered former leader, Ho Chi Minh.

Day 2 Halong Bay

Halong Bay is a place of surreal beauty, with ethereal limestone islands jutting out of jade waters and atmospheric caves and grottoes carved out by time.

Days 3-4 Hanoi

With a vibrant Old Quarter to explore, delicious food to discover and a city where ancient meets modern with ease, no wonder Hanoi is a favourite with travellers.

Days 5-6 Hue

As the former imperial capital of Vietnam, Hue holds the treasures of Vietnam's royal past and is a curious mix of bustling streets and tranquil settings.

Days 7-9 Hoi An

With lantern-lit streets, vibrant markets, skilled tailors, artisan shops, ancient houses, colourful temples and beautiful smiles, Hoi An is a Vietnamese wonderland.

Days 10-12 Nha Trang

Nha Trang is a charming town on Vietnam's southeast coast with pristine beaches, consistently good weather, a vibrant nightlife and excellent diving.

Days 13-14 Ho Chi Minh City

Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is an exciting and dynamic city brimming with street vendors, cyclos, temples, shops and colonial architecture.

Group Size

Maximum of 16 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hotel, Overnight sleeper train

Transport

Bicycle, Boat, Bus, Ferry, Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle