Vietnam Highlights (Without Ha Giang Loop)

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Indulge in all of Vietnam's coolest spots in just 10 days. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi. Relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang. Hit Hoi An by bike. Or explore the lush landscape of Ninh Binh on a legendary army jeep. It’s vibrant. It’s tropical. It’ll leave you with unforgettable memories.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • 9 Breakfast (B)
    • 2 Lunch (L)
    • 1 Dinner (D)
    • Ho Chi Minh City: Tick off all of the landmarks on your bucket list – Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office and the Presidential Palace.
    • Ho Chi Minh City: A meaningful reminder of the atrocities of the Vietnam War and its impact on local people and wildlife.
    • Ho Chi Minh City:
    • Nha Trang:
    • Hoi An: Immerse yourself in all the crazy sights and sounds, then take a photo by the ornate Japanese bridge.
    • Hoi An: This 15th century port and UNESCO site is best explored on two wheels with a local expert. Don’t forget your Go-Pro!
    • Hue: Probably one of the world’s best road trips. You’ll feel like you’re climbing up into the clouds.

What's this trip about?

    Indulge in all of Vietnam's coolest spots in just 10 days. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi. Relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang. Hit Hoi An by bike. Or explore the lush landscape of Ninh Binh on a legendary army jeep. It’s vibrant. It’s tropical. It’ll leave you with unforgettable memories.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityHo Chi Minh City
End CityHanoi

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Vietnam

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Start Ho Chi Minh City

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh city, formerly known as Saigon. This is one of Asia's most exhilarating cities, steeped in grand history and post-Vietnam war memories. You'll meet your travel comrades and have a free evening to explore. Oh yes, this is the right way to get your Vietnam trip started.

Vien Dong Hotel (or similar)

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City To Nha Trang

With some traditional R'n'R on our afternoon agenda, the morning can be used to put on our discovering boots. We'll dabble in history and religion before taking flight to a coastal town overlooking the South China Sea. Golden sand beaches, turquoise waters and a bustl...

Day 3: Overnight Train to Hoi An

Good news - we have a whole full day to soak up Nha Trang before heading to Hoi An. Have a massage, sign up for the optional cruise, or just hang on the beach before returning to our hotel to freshen up for our overnight train experience. Tonight, we'll head north via...

Day 4: Hoi An

Time to rise and shine. After travelling North overnight, you'll be waking up in stunning Hoi An.With Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and European influences, Hoi An has no shortage of charm and architectural interest. Bike riding through the vibrant town, visiting an a...

Day 5: Hoi An

Morning travellers! The day is all yours. Poke around in galleries & market stalls (the best shopping spots in Vietnam in our opinion) and devour all of the delectable treats on offer. And for a dose of culture, you could ride on one of Vietnam’s very own Bamboo B...

Day 6: Hoi An to Hanoi via Da Nang

Leaving Hoi An will be sad. But we’re heading to Hanoi, so there’s hardly an excuse to not be excited. We’ll grab a quick breakfast and head to Da Nang… Fasten your seatbelts, folks. We’ll catch our internal flight to Hanoi from this quaint coastal town. Welcome to ...

Day 7: Hanoi to Ninh Binh

Next up, we’re heading to the epicentre of Vietnam's show-stopping natural beauty. Do you see them? Those lovely landscapes are all yours to admire and explore today. Get inside Vietnam’s legendary army jeep and let’s get going. Spend the day cherishing the crisp air...

Day 8: Ninh Binh to Halong Bay

Up and about at the crack of dawn today! We’re climbing up 500 steps to the top of the Mua Cave to witness an incredible sunrise over the valley. (You certainly don’t wanna forget your camera for this one). A drive through stunning scenery will evoke plenty of 'oh wo...

Day 9: Halong Bay To Hanoi

Today will be all about the leisurely vibes as we wake up to breakfast with a quick stop to explore the Sung Sot Caves. Make the most of your time on the junk boat - the views don't get much better than this. After heading back to Hanoi we find ourselves enjoying our ...

Day 10: Hanoi

Enjoy one final breakfast with the squad this morning before this epic Vietnam trip wraps up. Hug it out & make plans to reunite sometimes soon - Latin America perhaps?

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,383
Price per day$138
Last Updated: 11/1/2024
Departure Date
Finish Date
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15 Nov 2024
24 Nov 2024
$1,756
$2,234
19 Nov 2024
28 Nov 2024
$1,817
$2,318
22 Nov 2024
01 Dec 2024
$1,756
$2,234
26 Nov 2024
05 Dec 2024
$1,817
$2,318
29 Nov 2024
08 Dec 2024
$1,695
$2,150
03 Dec 2024
12 Dec 2024
$1,756
$2,234
10 Dec 2024
19 Dec 2024
$1,756
$2,234
17 Dec 2024
26 Dec 2024
$1,634
$2,066
20 Dec 2024
29 Dec 2024
$1,512
$1,899
24 Dec 2024
02 Jan 2025
$1,756
$2,234

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Oct 2024

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It was an amazing trip, contain had organised everything very well. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was so informative and helfpul during the trip and the st...

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Caitríona

Jul 2024

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Hoi'An - more time here please!! Nin Binh - the jeep tour is am...

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Jul 2024

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Going through hoi an streets on a bike

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Jul 2024

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Nihn bihn was without any doubt the best place on the trip.

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Accommodation

Vien Dong Hotel (or similar) Overnight Train Qualia De Hotel Hoi An (Previously Le Pavillon Paradise) (or similar) Hanoi Larosa Hotel (or similar) Ninh Binh Hidden Charm Hotel & Resort (or similar) Junk Boat (Special Stay),
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Meals Included
  • 9 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • 1 Dinner (D)
Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
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