- Code du voyage
VNMADV01
- Départ
Hanoi
- Arrivée
Ho Chi Minh
- Âge minimum
16 years old
- Taille du groupe
6-16 voyageurs max.
- Style de voyage
Explorer
- Rythme du voyage
Active
- Langue
Anglais
Start in Hanoi at a family dinner table and finish on the back of a Vespa in Ho Chi Minh City. In between: a night on a junk boat in Lan Ha Bay, the imperial citadel of Hue, a coastal train ride and lantern-lit evenings in Hoi An, with plenty of time spent with the people who live here.
Ce que vous verrez et ferez
Kayak into the quiet coves and lagoons of Lan Ha Bay
Learn the craft of tofu-making from a local host in Hoi An
Spend the night on a junk boat and greet the sunrise with tai chi
Ce qui est inclus
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Accommodations in double rooms
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Max 16 travellers per group
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Group transportation
Itinéraire du groupe
After landing in Hanoi, a private transfer takes you to your boutique hotel in the center of the city.
Tonight you're welcomed into a local family's home to share cha ca, Hanoi's famous turmeric-and-dill fish dish (a vegetarian version is available), with grandparents, parents and kids around the table. It's the kind of home cooking you rarely find on a restaurant menu.
Travel to Ha Long Bay and step aboard a traditional junk boat. Lunch is served as you cruise between green water and tall limestone karsts toward quieter Lan Ha Bay.
In the afternoon a bamboo boat slips you through Dark and Light Cave. Evening brings cocktails, dinner at sunset and a karaoke session on deck for anyone brave enough to sing.
Rise early for tai chi on deck as the first light hits the bay. Afterward, kayak around the Frog Pond area, with sheer cliffs and caves on every side.
Back on board, brunch is served while the boat heads for shore, and then you travel on to Hue.
Today you explore Hue's citadel, the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty, Vietnam's last royal family.
Lunch is at Dong Thien Pagoda, where you'll share a meal in the Buddhist tradition in a calm, contemplative setting. In the afternoon, a local workshop shows you how traditional paper flowers are made.
Board the train from Hue to Da Nang for one of the country's great rail journeys, with the sea on one side and mountains on the other.
From there, continue to Hoi An and wander its Old Town: mustard-yellow merchant houses, lantern-hung lanes and a lively riverfront.
Pedal out of town on quiet lanes lined with rice fields and palms, then cross the river to Cam Kim Island to make noodles by hand with villagers.
In the evening, catch a 'bamboo circus' show, where acrobatics and storytelling bring Vietnamese village life to the stage.
Take the day for yourself: browse the markets, linger in cafés or just wander the alleys.
Tonight a local host shows you how tofu is made and shares stories of life in Hoi An. Then the group sits down to a home-cooked meal, with live music and plenty of conversation afterward.
Fly south to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's high-energy commercial capital.
Your first stop is the War Remnants Museum, a sobering look at the country's recent history. Later, climb onto a vintage Vespa for a guided evening food tour that stops at some of the city's best-loved places to eat.
Head into the Mekong Delta to hop between islands and see rural life along the river. You'll visit local workshops, have lunch with a Vietnamese family and glide down narrow waterways in a sampan.
Back in the city, the group gathers for a farewell dinner of modern Vietnamese food and cocktails with a view over the skyline.
Rooms
- Included
Shared double
Shared with a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- Extra cost
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
You choose your room when you book.
FAQ du voyage
Fly into Hanoi International Airport (HAN) and out of Ho Chi Minh International Airport (SGN).
Yes. If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure or book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer is included. If you choose alternative pre-tour accommodation or arrive by another mode of transport, you’ll need to arrange your own arrival transfer.
Our arrival transfers are private to Soca Islands and are organised in groups based on flight times. Sometimes this means a short wait at the airport until other flights arrive.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
Envie d'en savoir plus ou de personnaliser notre voyage Secret Vietnam ?
Des questions sur l'hébergement, l'accessibilité, les préférences du groupe ou les besoins alimentaires ? Remplissez le formulaire ci-dessous et notre équipe vous répondra rapidement.
Similar trips
Secret Vietnam 10 days, 9 nights
Aucun départ n'est ouvert pour Secret Vietnam en ce moment
De nouvelles dates sont ajoutées tout au long de l'année. Laissez votre e-mail et nous vous préviendrons dès leur ouverture, ou écrivez à un expert voyage.
Demander à un expert