Vietnam Adventure

Day 1 Hanoi 
Vietnam's gracious capital. Marvel at the charming Old Quarter, tour Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum or just watch the endless flow of motorbikes from a cafe patio as they zigzag through the capital's maze of streets. 

Days 2-3 Halong Bay junk overnight, Cat Ba Island
Thousands of islands rise dramatically from the waters of Halong Bay, the limestone karst formations are hollowed by intricate caves. Explore some huge mountain caves and spend the night gazing at the stars from the deck of an exquisite cruiser! Take a dip in the sea and head towards the secluded Cat Ba Island. 

Days 4-5 Hai Phong 
An important industrial and commercial center, Hai Phong is a beautiful city with much of the central colonial quarter still preserved. Many streets are bordered by flame flower trees, giving the city its other name "city of flame flowers". Hai Phong is also a good base for exploring other areas such as Do son Beach 

Days 6-8 Sapa, hilltribe trekking & homestay 
Head off along the narrow mountain trails, along the way we'll see the H'mong farmers tending the fields, lots of waving kids and plenty of buffaloes. The scenery is spectacular, with steep rice terraces and lush, verdant hills. Our hosts this evening will treat us to a fine meal and stories of life. Watch out for their home-brewed rice wine! 

Days 9-10 Hue 
The pace of life is slow in the former imperial capital. Explore the tombs of the Nguyen emperors, visit the lively Dong Ba Market, check out the fascinating Citadel and sample Hue's culinary specialities. Don't miss a dragon boat cruise along the Perfume River. 

Days 11-12 Hoi An
Hug the coastline of the South China Sea before winding our way up the spectacular Hai Van Pass as we drive to Hoi An, much of the town looks exactly as it did a century ago. Walk around to visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, fish markets and traditional wooden buildings. 

Days 13-15 Nha Trang & Whale Island 
laze on pristine beaches or go snorkelling amid lovely coral gardens of the blissful Whale Island, enjoy deep blue water and scrumptious seafood or relax at the beach bar to watch the sun go down with a cocktail in hand ! 

Day 16 Sai Gon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Prepare for sensory overload as you roam the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City by cyclo, stroll through the colourful Ben Thanh Market, the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace and Cholon (Chinatown)

Days 17-18 Mekong Delta Homestay and Cu Chi Tunnels
Delve into the former stronghold of the Viet Cong guerillas at the Cu Chi Tunnels before cruising down the Mekong Delta, a rich green river world of orchards, rice fields, floating markets and small cottage industries. Be the guests of a local family is a great opportunity to learn about life in the region. 

Day 19 Sai Gon 
The city's network of markets and shops are tempting to explore, as are the colourful temples, central boulevards and French colonial buildings. Chance for last minute shopping or escape the heat at the Saigon Water Park. 

travel style: Independent
If you're looking for something different (perhaps group travel isn't for you) or you want an extension to your trip, an Independent adventure could be just the thing. These private itineraries will take you to a new level of personal experience and self discovery. Transport and accommodation are provided and to give you maximum flexibility, sightseeing and entrance fees are not included except those specified in the itinerary.
group size
N/A as this trip is on a private basis.
accommodation & meal inclusions
11 nights hotel, 2 nights homestay, 2 nights sleeper train, 2 nights communal beach lodge, 1 night on board junk boat
Hanoi: Army Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Halong Bay: Junk boat
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cat Ba Island: Holiday View Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hai Phong: Huu Nghi Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Sapa Overnight train
Meals included: none
Sa Pa: Chau Long Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Sa Pa homestay:Ta Van village
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hue: Asia Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hoi An: Hoi An Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Nha Trang: Que Huong Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Whale Island resort
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Ho Chi Minh City: Huong Sen Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Mekong Delta: homestay
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
*Note: This trip operates on a twin share basis (two single beds in one room) except when we are in a home-stay where we are one big happy family. Single supplements are only applicable to single travellers who wish to have their own room and are not applicable on overnight boats and trains
transport 
Ha Noi – Ha Long:                                             coach or minibus
Ha Long – Cat Ba island:                                  junk boat
Cat Ba island – Hai Phong:                              hydrofoil
Ha Noi – Sa Pa and return:                               night train
Ha Noi – Hue:                                                     flight
Hue – Hoi An:                                                     coach or minibus
Hoi An – Nha Trang:                                          day train
Nha Trang – Whale Island                                 coach or minibus and boat
Nha Trang – Sai Gon:                                        flight
Sai Gon – Mekong delta – Cu Chi tunnels:     coach or minibus and boat
included activities
Entrance to Halong Bay caves, boat cruise, lunch on boat, city tour in Hai Phong, Sapa hilltribe trekking and homestay, Perfume River boat cruise and entrance to Citadel and Emperor's tomb - Hue, Whale Island, Mekong Delta boat trip and homestay, entrance to Cu Chi Tunnels
physical rating: easy* to moderate**
You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary includes an easy paced trekking of several hours in Sapa on hilly terrain, in conditions that are likely to be hot and muggy. You may raise your heart rate a little bit.

Tour includes:
* Local English speaking guide the whole trip 
*Accommodation with daily breakfast, entrance fees, meals, transportation, and sightseeing excursions as itinerary. 
* Arrival transfer 
Tour excludes:
* Visa costs 
* Drinks, tips, laundry and other items of a personal nature. 
* International flights 
* Departure transfers 
* Meals other than those listed 
* Travel insurance 

Tour cost: US $1105 per person in the party of 2

Extra accommodation 
Start of tour: Ha Noi 
Single room: 40 US$ 
Double\Twin room: 45 US$

End of tour: Sai Gon 
Single room: 40 US$ 
Double\Twin room: 45 US$
Departure transfer
Sai Gon: 15 US$ for 1-2 passengers, 20 US$ for 3 or more