Vietnam Highlights: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City
This 11-day Vietnam journey links the north, central coast and south with a balanced mix of cities, heritage sites and river and bay scenery. Start in Hanoi, then head to Ninh Binh for Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave. Continue to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise, then fly to Hue to see the former imperial capital. The route carries on through Hoi An before ending in Ho Chi Minh City with visits to Cu Chi and the Mekong Delta. The pace suits travellers who want a small-group trip with guided sightseeing on key days and time left free in the main stops. Transport between cities is included as shown in the programme, along with selected meals and the listed sightseeing tickets.
Key details
11 days
10 nights
Route
Vietnam
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
11 days
Travel style
Small groups
Countries
Vietnam
Highlights
- Small-group Vietnam trip covering north, central and southern regions
- Visit Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City
- See Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave on a day trip from Hanoi
- Overnight cruise in Halong Bay
- Guided visits to Cu Chi and the Mekong Delta
Itinerary
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Hanoi
Arrival in Hanoi
Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to your hotel in the city centre. The rest of the day is free for an easy first look at the Old Quarter or time to rest after the flight.- - 2
Ninh Binh
Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave
Travel to Ninh Binh for a day out in Hoa Lu, the former capital, followed by a cycling visit through the village area. Continue with lunch, then take a bamboo boat trip in Tam Coc before visiting Mua Cave.B/L - 3
Halong Bay
Halong Bay Cruise
Leave Hanoi for Halong Bay and board your shared cruise. Spend the day on the water with lunch and dinner included, plus time for the activities offered on board or at the stops made by the boat.B/L/D
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation for 10 nights as listed or similar
- Domestic flights from Hanoi to Hue and from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City, with checked baggage allowance as stated
- Ground transfers and transport as shown in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide on included sightseeing days
- Meals and board basis shown in the programme
- Sightseeing tickets listed in the itinerary
- Bottled water and tissues on coach
- Service charges and government tax
- 24/7 hotline support
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Beverages
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Early check-in and late check-out unless stated
- Compulsory gala dinners on 24 and 31 December, if applicable
- Public holiday surcharges, if applicable
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.