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Essential Vietnam (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

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 11-day trip ...

Duration
11 Days
Cities
3
Next Departure
07-May-2025
Starting at
USD 870.00
USD 652.00
Price per day
USD 59.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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  • Intrepid
 
Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Essential Vietnam
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 16
Categories
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Summary

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 11-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.

Map: Essential Vietnam (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Hanoi
Day 2
Hanoi
Day 3
Cat Ba
Day 4
Ninh Binh
Day 5
Ninh Binh-Overnight Train
Day 6
Hue
Day 7
Hoi An
Day 8
Hoi An
Day 9
Hoi An-Overnight Train
Day 10
Ho Chi Minh City
Day 11
Ho Chi Minh City

Travel Cities (3): Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hội An

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.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Hanoi

Arrow Going To

Ho Chi Minh City

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