18 to 35s Essential Vietnam
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Tour Overview
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 12-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.
Trip Code: TVYE
Start
Hanoi
End
Ho Chi Minh City
Destination
Vietnam
Meals
0 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private minibus
Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Lodge (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights)
Days
12
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
18
Style
Basici
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
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, tuck into some delicious street eats and listen to stories from your trip leader about the city’s vibrant culture and history after touring a busy Ho Chi Minh City market.
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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 explore the local nightlife with a bia hoi in hand.
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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-listed site. With loads of free time, you can hike to Mua Cave or take a boat down in Tam Coc to the nearby caves.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
0 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private minibus
Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Lodge (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights)
Included activities
- Cat Ba Island - Boat trip on Lan Ha Bay
- Cat Ba Island - Kayaking
- Hoa Lu - Temple of King Dinh and King Le
- Ninh Binh - Bike Tour
- Hue - Home cooked dinner
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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