Classic Vietnam - Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

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Company : G Adventures
Duration: 1 week to 2 weeks
Approx Costs: 500 to 750 £ Pound (UK)

Sail through limestone karsts aboard a traditional junk boat and walk the streets of imperial capitals.

From vibrant Hanoi, the natural beauty of Halong Bay, the atmospheric imperial capital of Hue, and the charms of Hoi An to the modern day life of Saigon, experience the energy of Vietnam in ten jam-packed days. An experienced CEO will lead you to must-see highlights but allow plenty of time for you to do your own thing.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Hanoi
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 - Hanoi/Ha Long
Enjoy a Ha Long Bay cruise on a junk boat with visits to a cave and an island lookout. Savour a seafood lunch and dinner.

Day 3 - Ha Long/Huế
Cruise back to the port and take a private van to Hanoi. Enjoy some time in the city before an overnight train to Hue.

Day 4 - Huế
Guided tour of the Imperial Citadel, Royal Tomb and Tien Mu Pagoda. Optional countryside motorbike tour.

Day 5 - Huế/Hoi An
Drive the Hai Van pass. Take advantage of Hoi An's many options over the 2.5 days in town. Opt for a cooking class, riverboat trip, bike ride, beach time, tailor visit or My Son ruins.

Day 6 - Hoi An
Spend two full days exploring all Hoi An has to offer. Dive into the culture, hang out on the beach or get clothes tailor-made in one of the many shops around town. Enjoy a noodle making demonstration and lunch at Oodles of Noodles, a Planeterra-supported project.

Day 7 - Hoi An
Spend a free day exploring all Hoi An has to offer.

Day 8 - Hoi An/Ho Chi Minh City
Fly from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City with free time to explore this hectic city.

Day 9 - Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn more about the Vietnam War. Use free time in the afternoon to explore sprawling Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City
Depart at any time.

What's Included

Halong Bay caves entrance
Halong Bay boat cruise with seafood lunch and dinner
Imperial Citadel and Tomb entrance (Hue)
Noodle making demonstration and lunch at Oodles of Noodles, a Planeterra-supported project (Hoi An)
Cu Chi Tunnels entrance and tour (Ho Chi Minh City)
Internal flight
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation: Hotels (7 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), junk boat (1 nt)
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunch, 1 dinner. (Allow USD200-230 for meals not included)
Transportation: Train, local bus, air-con bus, boat, cyclo, plane
Staff & experts: Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides