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Travel through town and rainforest alike on this 13-day adventure through Vietnam.
Spend 13 days in Vietnam discovering the highlights and traditions of this colourful country. This adventure samples the Old World charm in this pocket of Asia, while uncovering the natural treasures of Vietnam’s verdant northwest along the way. Venture into the misty mountains of the Hoang Lien National Park, an evergreen realm where cloud and hills often meet. Return to Vietnamese society and discover the oriental influences that stem from a historic mix of Asian traders, settlers and indigenous people that have made this part of the world a cornerstone for empires and colonies. By visiting cities like Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi, we uncover that vibrant mix of the various major influences. By stopping in Hoi An and Halong Bay, we discover places of eternal beauty that have also played their part in Vietnam's history.
It’s not hard to see why Vietnam is such a popular travel destination. This quick trip travels from enchanting Hanoi and the thrilling natural wonders of Halong Bay to the historical treasure-trove of Hoi An and exciting, full-on Ho Chi Minh City. In between, there is still much to discover – this trip distills the country’s finest moments, with plenty of time for hidden treats and quiet surprises.
- Start
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Finish
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Destination
- Vietnam
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PAVIC
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 3 reviews
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Experience the highlights and traditions of this colourful country on this short but comprehensive trip that traverses the length of Vietnam
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Embark on several of Sapa's scenic day treks. With idyllic green landscapes, ethnic hill-tribe villages and hidden waterfalls, this is a slice of Vietnam that will linger long in the memory.
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Be rewarded at the end of your trekking with spectacular views of the Hoang Lien mountains while enjoying the comforts of your hilltop lodge.
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Discover the traditional arts of Vietnam with a special visit to the home of a seventh generation water puppet master
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Take an overnight cruise on Halong Bay and discover this place of famed beauty while enjoying a candle-lit dinner on deck
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Sail down the Thu Bon River and watch the sunset over Hoi An, a city rich in ancient and recent history
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Visit the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to uncover the vibrant mix of influences, from the French to Asian traders, settlers and indigenous peoples, that make this a unique pocket of Asia
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip includes some day hikes and town walking tours—these are considered easy to moderate.
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While the walking in Sapa is not overly strenuous, terrain can be quite steep and unpredictable, with uneven and slippery or muddy surfaces. It's important to bring sturdy walking shoes.
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Winter (November–February) can get cold, wet and foggy in Sapa. Even outside of winter, Sapa is known for having four seasons in one day. It's best to pack layers and be prepared for varied conditions throughout the day (and for cooler nights).
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Average temperatures vary greatly between South and North in Vietnam. While there is no best time of year, it's best to check the seasonal patterns on our country information page, to gauge what the weather will be like and to pack accordingly.
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There is an included visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Going inside the tunnels is optional, but maybe best avoided if you are likely to feel claustrophobic.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Lan Vien Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh, Stilt House and Museum - VND80000
- Hanoi - Village Discovery by Bike Urban Adventure - USD33
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.You will have an evening to relax and enjoy crisp mountain air and vistas.
Notes: Total trekking time today is 2.5 - 3 hours.
Accommodation
- Victoria Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Sapa - Cat Cat Village trek
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Notes: Total trekking time today is 1.5 - 2 hours.
Accommodation
- Topas Ecolodge or similar (feature stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Sapa - Guided trek with local lunch
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Please note on occasion we may stay at an alternate lodge in the Sapa region if Topas Ecolodge is fully booked.Notes: Total trekking time today is 2.5 - 3 hours.
Accommodation
- Topas Ecolodge or similar (feature stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Sapa - Tea with local family
- Sapa - Sample 3 colours sticky rice
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Lan Vien Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Hanoi - KOTO dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Lan Vien Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Hanoi - Village Discovery by Bike Urban Adventure - USD33
- Hanoi - Citadels, Karsts & Cycle Urban Adventure - USD88
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Halong Bay Boat (feature stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Halong Bay - Overnight boat cruise
Optional Activities
- Halong Bay - Kayaking - VND250000
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Swimming in the bay from the boats is banned by the local authority. Kayaking is restricted to designated zones within the bay.Your wooden junk-style boat has twin-share cabins with en suite facilities and air-conditioning. Due to the limited cabins on board, the single supplement is excluded, and accommodation will be on a twin-share basis.
Local authorities only permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Halong Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you will stay on a larger boat (with up to 12 cabins) and share your boat with another group. Or your group may be split across different vessels, in which case a group leader will be present on each boat, and the route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same.
Accommodation
- Lan Vien Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Hanoi - Local water puppet performance
Optional Activities
- Hanoi - Hanoi Street Food By Night Urban Adventure - USD31
Meals Included
- Breakfast
This afternoon you will leave Hanoi and fly (approximately 1 hour) south to Danang. You will have the chance to enjoy some spectacular scenery on the drive to Hoi An (approximately 1 hour). Arrive in Hoi An late this afternoon and check into your accommodation.
Accommodation
- Pearl River Hoi An Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Hanoi - Temple of Literature
- Hanoi - Koto Restaurant lunch
- Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda
- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh, Stilt House and Museum
Optional Activities
- Hanoi - Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison - VND30000
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
There is some free time to this afternoon to further explore the Old Town or surrounds at your own pace. Later this afternoon, take a boat trip out on the Thu Bon River. There are few better ways to soak up the atmosphere of this wonderful town than with sunset drinks as you float down river.
Accommodation
- Pearl River Hoi An Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
- Hoi An - Thu Bon sunset river cruise
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Transfer to Danang and fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening - perhaps explore the food stalls at Cho Ben Thanh market.
Accommodation
- Millennium Boutique Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Rooms at the Millennium Boutique Hotel and in Ho Chi Minh City in general are compact given the building style and central location.You will then return to Ho Chi Minh City for an afternoon tour of the city, where daily life plays out on the streets and the dynamic atmosphere is a fascinating blend of old and new, East and West. Your leader will take you to the Reunification Palace, formally the Presidential Palace and the site of South Vietnam’s surrender in 1975, before visiting the War Remnants Museum. This illuminating museum features equipment and vehicles from the Vietnam War, and here you can gain a deeper understanding of the how the Vietnamese view the war.
This evening perhaps go for dinner with your group before your travels in Vietnam draw to a close.
Accommodation
- Millennium Boutique Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
- Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
- Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
- Ho Chi Minh City - Notre Dame Cathedral
- Ho Chi Minh City - City tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure - VND59
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinnersTransport
Boat, Plane, Private vehicle, Private Bus, TaxiAccommodation
Comfortable hotel (9 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Overnight Boat (1 night)Included Activities
- Sapa - Cat Cat Village trek
- Sapa - Guided trek with local lunch
- Sapa - Tea with local family
- Sapa - Sample 3 colours sticky rice
- Hanoi - KOTO dinner
- Halong Bay - Overnight boat cruise
- Hanoi - Local water puppet performance
- Hanoi - Temple of Literature
- Hanoi - Koto Restaurant lunch
- Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda
- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh, Stilt House and Museum
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
- Hoi An - Thu Bon sunset river cruise
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
- Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
- Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
- Ho Chi Minh City - Notre Dame Cathedral
- Ho Chi Minh City - City tour
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Important notes
1. An airport arrival transfer is included. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking.
2. A single supplement is available on this trip, subject to availability. Please contact your sales agent if you would like to book this. Please note the single supplement excludes day 7 (overnight boat) where you will be in shared accommodation.
3. Full name exactly as per passport required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. 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.

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