Day 1 Hanoi 
The capital of Vietnam is a charming city, famous for its beautiful lakes, shaded boulevards and beautiful public parks. The city centre reflects the former colonial French and Buddhist influences along with the more modern aspects of South East Asia. 

Days 2-3 Halong Bay junk overnight, Cat Ba Island
Cruise among the stunning limestone islands, enjoy a delicious seafood meal, take a dip in the salty green waters of the bay and lose yourself on the blissful island of Cat Ba 

Days 4-5 Hai Phong 
A large port located near a major international maritime line. For hundreds of years, the Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish, and Portuguese have been coming here to trade. Nowadays, it is still a commercial centre, an industrial city and an important transportation hub. 

Days 6-7 Sapa
The former French hill station is world's away from the rest of Vietnam. Friendly Blue H'mong and the shy Red Dzao roam the streets of town, selling their wares. The mountain air is crisp and clean and the views are spectacular 

Days 8-9 Hue 
Founded as a royal city in 1687, Hue is the gateway to the treasures of Vietnam's royal past. The city is widely known for the magnificent architecture of its citadels, palaces, royal tombs, pagodas and temples built under the Nguyen dynasty.

Days 10-11 Hoi An
Up into the clouds as we drive over Hai Van Pass and down into the famous China Beach, The laid-back riverside town of Hoi An exudes a timeless air. Be tempted by the many tailor shops, art galleries and fantastic local restaurants, or head out into the countryside on a bicycle. 

Day 12 Sai Gon (Ho Chi Minh City)
A dynamic city where old meets new, where ancient pagodas mingle with French influenced cafes and colourful markets contrast with emotive museums. Just walk your way past the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and War Remnants Museum. 

Days 13-14 Mekong Delta Homestay and Cu Chi Tunnels
Enjoy a halfday visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels and head south to the Mekong Delta. Here the mighty river splits into a labyrinth of channels before disgorging into the South China Sea. Spend the day exploring the area by boat and on foot. Join a local family for a great chance to experience the real life in the delta.

Day 15 Sai Gon 
Bach to the bustle of Sai Gon there is no end to the possibilities. Sights to see, souvenirs to be bargained for and all manner of delicacies to be consumed. 

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
10 nights hotel, 1 night homestay, 2 nights sleeper train, 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
Overnight Train
Meals included: none
Sa Pa: Chau Long Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hue: Asia Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hoi An: Hoi An Beach Resort
Meals included: breakfast
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 – 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, Perfume River boat cruise and entrance to Citadel and Emperor's tomb - Hue, Mekong Delta boat trip and homestay, entrance to Cu Chi Tunnels
physical rating: easy*
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 about 2 hours in Sapa on hilly terrain, in conditions that are likely to be hot and muggy.

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 $905 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: 45US$
Departure transfer
Sai Gon: 15 US$ for 1-2 passengers, 20 US$ for 3 or more