Tour Dates January 3rd 2025 April 3rd 2025 June 23rd 2025 July 13th 2025 August 3rd 2025 September 13th 2025 October 13th 2025
Destination Hanoi - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh
Days 11 Days
Group Size
Maximum 22 people
Join us for an unforgettable journey through Vietnam’s rich culture and history on our North to South Expedition. We begin in the bustling city of Hanoi, where you'll meet your fellow travelers and start building lasting connections. From there, we embark on a scenic cruise through the breathtaking Halong Bay.
Our next stop is Hue where everyone will experience the majestical Imperial City and explore its beautiful surroundings. From Hue we move onto Hoi A via Open Top Army Jeeps an unforgettable experience. In Hoi A you’ll learn to cook delicious Vietnamese dishes by local expert chefs, and create traditional lanterns. Finally, we arrive in the dynamic city of Ho Chi Minh. Here, we delve into Vietnam’s history with visits to the Cu Chi Tunnels, here you will learn about the underground tunnels the Vietnamese used during the war.
This tour promises to make you fall in love with Vietnam’s vibrant culture and fascinating history. Join us for a professional and exciting adventure that will leave you with lifelong memories.
Activities Hanoi - Welcome Dinner Halong Bay - Cruise, Kayaking and Beach day Hoi An - Cooking Class, Lantern Making and Basketboats Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi Tunnels, Farewell Dinner
Meals 8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Others
✓ 24/7 customer experience assistance ✓ Environmental fees and taxes ✓ Local tourist taxes and fees ✓ Tour Guide ✓ Overnight Train from Hanoi to Hoi An ✓ Flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh ✓ Airport pick up and drop off
Trip Highlights
Explore Hoi An
From boat rides to exploring the city
Cooking Class
Learn to cook with expert local chefs
Cu Chi Tunnels
Explore the war tunnels
Itinerary
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Welcome to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam! Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. Our trusty driver will pick you up after your long flight and take you to our first hotel where you can freshen up and relax before our welcome dinner. Meet your fellow group members at our welcome dinner and make friends for life!
Accommodation
Lenid Hotel
Now that we’ve gotten to know each other a little, the adventure begins! We’re off to cruise around the famous Halong Bay. Spend the day kayaking in beautiful waters and relaxing on the beach with a drink in hand. What more could you ask for?
Accommodation
Bhaya Classic Cruise
Activities
Kayaking Beach Day
Meals Lunch, Dinner
After a tranquil day in Halong Bay, it’s back to Hanoi. The day is yours to relax or explore the city before we board our overnight train to Hoi An. This unique experience is something everyone should have at least once in their lifetime.
Accommodation
Overnight Train
Meals Breakfast, Lunch
When we arrive in Hue we will go straight to the hotel for a short rest after the overnight train. In the afternoon we will make our way out to explore the majestic Imperial City. We will stroll through this beautiful historical complex to explore the intricate architecture and rich heritage of the Nguyen Dynasty you will see the many ancient wall, gates and gardens this Imperial City has to offer.
Accommodation
Alba Hotel
Activities Exploring the Citadel
Thanh Tiền Village is a famous village in Vietnam for their offering paper flowers most importantly the lotus flower, in this particular village it dates back 300 years. We will spend half the day in this village with the traditional craft men were they will showcase to you the unique techniques used in making the paper lotus flower but also in visiting here we are supporting the local village making it more approachable to the younger generation and helping keep this local treasure alive.
Accommodation
Alba Hotel
Activities Paper Lotus Making
Meals Breakfast
Today we have a long journey a head but an amazing one you'll never forget. Once everyone has grabbed breakfast we will set off on a 5-6 journey from Hue to Hoi An via Open Top Army Jeeps. Let the wind blow through your hair while taking in the amazing views around you, along the way we stop at some amazing spots so you can get the best pictures. Once we get to the hotel we can check in and chill a bit before dinner.
Accommodation
Hoang Trinh Hotel
Meals Breakfast, Lunch
Once everyone has had breakfast we will meet with a local tour guide who will guide us through a beautiful countryside village by bicycle where you will see things like water buffalos and local farmers in the field. We will visit the bamboo craft are where we will get to experience the popular basket boats here you can learn to paddle the basket boats from the locals. In the afternoon you will have the time to chill and do your own thing maybe you'd like to explore the town more before we all meet for dinner and drinks.
Accommodation
Hoang Trinh Hotel
Activities Basketboat and Cycling
Meals Breakfast
Time to dive into Vietnamese culture with a traditional cooking class, this class will be led by expert local chefs. Guest will emerge themselves in the rich culinary heritage of central Vietnam, everyone will fresh ingredients from various herbs, spices and local produce to whip up the perfect Vietnamese meal. Then, try your hand at making traditional Vietnamese lanterns, perfect to take home as a personal gift.
Accommodation
Hoang Trinh Hotel
Activities Cooking Class - Lantern Making (optional)
Meals Breakfast, Lunch
Early birds, it’s time to catch our flight to Ho Chi Minh! Once we arrive, head to the hotel to freshen up. Today is a chill day to recharge your energy levels for the busy days ahead.
Accommodation
Liberty Parkview
Meals Breakfast
Today we dive into Vietnam’s history with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels. See how Vietnamese families lived and moved undetected during the Vietnam War. It’s a unique and fascinating experience!
Accommodation
Alagon Saigon Hotel
Activities Cu Chi Tunnels
Meals Breakfast, Dinner
It’s not goodbye, it’s see you later. Exchange contact info with your new friends before our vans pick us up for the airport and onward travels. Safe journeys!
Meals Breakfast
Where we stay
Lenid Hotel
1 night in Hotel
Bhaya Classic Cruise
1 night in Hotel
Overnight Train
1 night in Sleeper Train
Alba Hotel
2 nights in Hotel
Hoang Trinh Hotel
3 nights in Hotel
Liberty Parkview Hotel
1 night in Hotel
Alagon Saigon Hotel
1 night in Hotel
All accommodation is included
10 nights in Hotel
FAQs
The trip starts in Hanoi and finishes in Ho Chi Minh
You can fly into Noi Bai International Airport Hanoi - Code (HAN)
You can fly out of Tan Son Nhat International Airport - Code (SGN)
Had an amazing time on the trial tour! Action packed with lots of fun things on the itinerary, and a great bunch of people. Would definitely go again!
Flynn Deanne
London, United Kingdom
Feb 2024
My experience has been amazing, I'll never forget it. I met extraordinary people and explored beautiful places. I definitely recommend to book a trip!
Manuel Madonna
Milan, Italy
July 2023
I genuinely enjoyed the tour! Seamless coordination of transportation and accommodations made me feel like a VIP throughout the trip! I LOVED every bit of it!
Bella Millan
Cagayan, Philippines
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