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12-Day Complete Vietnam Adventure

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Overview

On this 12-day Vietnam tour, you will discover the highlights of this wonderful country and all of its must-visit destinations!

Your holiday will start in the bustling city of Hanoi where you will get a glimpse of local life in the capital. You will then go on to visit a natural wonder, Halong Bay, which is one of the most breathtaking and beautiful spots in the world.

You'll spend some time in central Vietnam in Hoi An, where you will be impressed by their renowned cultural heritage. Your Vietnam journey continues with a visit to the southern lands where you will be amazed by the sights while travelling down to Ho Chi Minh City and finally onto the wetlands of the Mekong River Delta.
Cycling
Cruising
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature
Adventure
Beach & Sea
Food & Drink

Itinerary

Day 1

The Start of Your 12-Day Vietnam Tour

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The Start of Your 12-Day Vietnam Tour

Upon arrival at Hanoi airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in the city centre for check-in. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is free to explore Hanoi at your own leisure. You can take some time to wander around the colourful streets of Hanoi's old quarter, where you'll find a delightful mismatch of food vendors, motorbikes and temples.

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    Accommodation

    Golden Lotus Luxury Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Hanoi Old QuarterOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Noi Bai International Airport to Hang Trong

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    Destinations

    Hanoi

Day 2

Halong Bay Cruise

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Halong Bay Cruise

After breakfast at your hotel, a private driver will transfer you to Hai Phong where you will hop aboard your cruise for the next few days. Enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat before embarking on a cruise around Halong Bay. Visit the stunning Dark and Bright Cave - one of the most iconic caves in the area. In the afternoon you will have a traditional Vietnamese cooking class and you will get to indulge in your creations after. Experience squid fishing in the evening or enjoy a movie night.

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    Accommodation

    V'spirit Premier Cruise5 star

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    Activities

    Dark and Bright Cave

    Cooking Class Onboard

    Squid Fishing

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hanoi to Phà Gót Hải Phòng

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Hanoi

    Haiphong

    Thành phố Hạ Long

    Hạ Long

Day 3

Cycling in Cat Ba and Kayaking in Halong Bay

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Cycling in Cat Ba and Kayaking in Halong Bay

In the morning, you will be served a light breakfast with an extensive tea demonstration in restaurant. Then, the boat will take you to Cat Ba Island, where you can enjoy a cycling and trekking tour to Viet Hai village. After, you will return to the boat and enjoy lunch with the scenic views of the bay surrounding you. In the afternoon, you will go kayaking and swimming around the Ba Trai Dao area, with emerald waters and limestone cliffs as your backdrop.

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    Accommodation

    V'spirit Premier Cruise5 star

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    Activities

    Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba island

    Halong Bay Cruise

    Squid Fishing

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Haiphong

    Quảng Ninh Province

    Hạ Long

Day 4

Transfer to Hanoi

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Transfer to Hanoi

Enjoy an early morning breakfast before heading out for one more cruise on the boat. You will be able to enjoy some kayaking and swimming around the limestone cliffs and marvel at the beauty of nature around the Tra Bau area. After lunch on the boat, you will pack your belongings and check out of your cabin. Then you will make the drive back to Hanoi by private car, a journey that takes around two and a half hours.

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    Accommodation

    V'spirit Premier Cruise5 star

    Golden Lotus Luxury Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Halong Bay Cruise

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Phà Gót Hải Phòng to Hanoi

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Haiphong

    Quảng Ninh Province

    Hanoi

Day 5

Fly to Da Nang

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Fly to Da Nang

This morning, you'll have breakfast at your hotel and check out. A driver will then transfer you to Hanoi's airport for your short one-hour flight to Da Nang. You will get picked up at Da Nang airport and will be driven to Hoi An where you will be spending the next few days. You have the rest of the afternoon free to unpack your belongings and to explore Hoi An at your own leisure.

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    Accommodation

    Belle Maison Hadana Hoi An Resort & Spa4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Golden Lotus Luxury Hotel to Noi Bai International Airport

    Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Da Nang International AirportRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Da Nang International Airport to Hội An

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hanoi

    Hội An

Day 6

Go Shopping in Hoi An

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Go Shopping in Hoi An

Kick back and relax in Hoi An, as you will be spending the next few days in this gorgeous sea-fronted town. Hoi An is known for its lanterns that light up the city at night, its yellow-painted walls and its textile industry. Many visitors that come to Hoi An take the opportunity to get clothes tailor-made for them at an affordable price. If you wander around the old town you'll find the streets jam-packed with shops selling leather shoes, bags and all types of garments.

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    Accommodation

    Belle Maison Hadana Hoi An Resort & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Hoi AnOptional Activity

    Japanese Covered BridgeOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hội An

Day 7

Visit My Son Sanctuary

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Visit My Son Sanctuary

Today, you'll spend another day at your leisure in Hoi An. If you want, you have the option to go on a tour to My Son Sanctuary, a complex of abandoned Hindu temples constructed between the 4th and 13th centuries. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is well worth a visit for its spiritual importance and legacy of the Champa civilisation.

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    Accommodation

    Belle Maison Hadana Hoi An Resort & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Hoi AnOptional Activity

    My Son SanctuaryOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hội An

    Quang Nam Province

Day 8

Cycling in Hoi An

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Cycling in Hoi An

You'll spend another day in beautiful Hoi An exploring the area at your own pace. One of the best ways to get around Hoi An is by bicycle. You can cycle through lantern-lined streets in the ancient town and whiz past lush verdant rice fields in the countryside surrounding the town. If you're lucky you'll even catch a glimpse of the water buffaloes and birds that like to laze around the rice paddies.

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    Accommodation

    Belle Maison Hadana Hoi An Resort & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Hoi AnOptional Activity

    Cycling in Hoi AnOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hội An

Day 9

Explore Hoi An and Da Nang

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Explore Hoi An and Da Nang

On your last day in Hoi An, you can either stay in the city or take a day trip to visit nearby Danang, which is only an hour away by car. Da Nang is home to a beautiful white sand beach which is perfect for a sun-fuelled relaxing day. You can also take a visit to the Marble Mountains, a must-see excursion when visiting Central Vietnam, which provides breathtaking views of the coastline.

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    Accommodation

    Belle Maison Hadana Hoi An Resort & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Hoi AnOptional Activity

    My Khe BeachOptional Activity

    Marble MountainsOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hội An

    Da Nang

Day 10

Travel to Saigon

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Travel to Saigon

After breakfast at your hotel this morning, you will be transferred to the airport to catch a flight from Da Nang to Saigon. The flight only takes around one hour, and a car will pick you up and take you to your hotel in the city centre upon your arrival. The rest of the day is free to explore the wonderfully chaotic city of Saigon, where you'll find a charming mix of the old and new.

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    Accommodation

    Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hoi An Ancient Town to Da Nang International Airport

    Plane from Da Nang International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International AirportRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to District 1

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hội An

    Ho Chi Minh

Day 11

Free Day in Saigon

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Free Day in Saigon

You'll spend your last full day of this fun-filled 12-day Vietnam tour exploring the lively city of Ho Chi Minh, or as locals refer to it, Saigon. This large city features many different districts, each with its own landmarks and points of interest. District 1 features excellent street food stalls and quaint local coffee shops. You'll visit Ben Thanh Market where you can get lost amongst the narrow alleyways lined with textiles, souvenirs and knick-knacks.

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    Accommodation

    Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh4 star

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    Activities

    Ho Chi Minh CityOptional Activity

    Ben Thanh MarketOptional Activity

    Saigon Central Post OfficeOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ho Chi Minh

Day 12

Departure from Saigon

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Departure from Saigon

After breakfast at your hotel, it is time to pack your belongings. Depending on your flight time, you will have a free morning for some last-minute shopping in Saigon until being transferred to the airport.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from District 1 to Tan Son Nhat International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ho Chi Minh

Included in Price

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 7 activities
  • 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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