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Essential Vietnam

Trip Type: 18 to 35s

12 Days
1 - 16 People

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NZD $1,005.00 /Person

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 …

Essential Vietnam

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.

Itinerary

Day 4: Ninh Binh

Day 5: Ninh Binh - Overnight Train

Day 9: Quy Nhon

Day 10: Quy Nhon - Overnight Train

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City

Trip Inclusions

Meals

0 breakfasts and 1 dinners are included

Transport

Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private minibus

Accomodation

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
Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
Hoi An - Garden-to-Table with A Local Chef
Ho Chi Minh City – Local Market Visit
Ho Chi Minh City - Local Coffee Experience

Trip Highlights

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.
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.
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.
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?
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.

Dates & Availability

Provided by

Intrepid

Reference Code: TVYE

Trip Location

Trip Starts: Hanoi, Vietnam

Trip Ends: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Countries Visited: Vietnam

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12 Days
1 - 16 People

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