This active journey takes you off the beaten track in Vietnam. Starting in the capital, Hanoi, and finishing in bustling Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), this adventurous trip takes in the scenic highlights of both the north and the south. It gives you the chance to travel in beautiful hill country, visiting colourful minority groups and staying in a local home, a great learning experience and the best way for your family to interact with the friendly locals. The variety continues with a cruise around beautiful Halong Bay, stopping along the way to swim and kayak. In the middle of your journey you have time to unwind in the historic town of Hoi An, which has plenty of options for adults and children including a palm tree fringed beach, great shopping and fantastic local and western food. The safari continues as we fly up to the Central Highlands. Here you have the chance to explore the jungle on the back of an elephant and paddle a canoe around the picturesque Lak lake. We continue on the scenic overland route to Dalat, a former French colonial resort town, passing by coffee and tea plantations, before descending to Saigon, an electrifying experience. A great way to finish a memorable tour is with a visit to the underground tunnel network at Cu Chi. This is a trip that encompasses the main attractions and more, allowing you to get under the skin of this amazing country and its people.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sun) Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | City tour of Hanoi and lunch at KOTO. Overnight train to Sapa. |
| 3-4 | Visit local Red Dzao village of Ta Phin. Trek to Ta Van and homestay. |
| 5 | Return to Sapa. Free time. Overnight train to Hanoi. |
| 6 | Free time in Hanoi. |
| 7 | Drive to Halong Bay. Cruise and kayak on Halong Bay. Overnight on boat. |
| 8-10 | Return to Hanoi for flight to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. Walking tour of Hoi An and free time for optional sightseeing. |
| 11 | Morning free. Visit Marble Mountain before flight to Buon Ma Thuot. Transfer to Lak Lake and overnight in a village longhouse. |
| 12 | Morning elephant ride and canoe on the lake. Drive to Dalat. |
| 13 | Free day in Dalat. |
| 14-15 | Drive to Saigon. Visit Cu Chi Tunnels. |
| 16 | Tour ends in Saigon this morning (Mon). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
16 days |
Trip Code |
PTVS |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy), Trekking (Easy) | |
Countries Visited |
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| Vietnam | |
Start City |
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| Hanoi | |
End City |
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| Saigon, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam | |
| * Per Person, Twin Share | |
