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TailorMade Vietnam: North to South Explorer
9 days, Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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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 10 jam-packed days.
9 days
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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Trip Code: AVCHTM
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: TailorMade
Create your own private adventure from a selection of unique itineraries that can be tailored to exactly what you like and how you want to see the world.
Age requirement: 5+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Hanoi
Arrive at any time. Your arrival transfer is included.
Day 2Hanoi/Ha Long
Drive to Bai Chay harbour, the jumping off point for Ha Long Bay where thousands of islands with intricate cave systems rise dramatically from the water. Sail past limestone karst mountains in a traditional junk boat and stop to visit some of the islands and caves. Transfer from boat to kayak for a guided water tour, giving you the chance to get even closer to the stunning natural surroundings. In the evening, devour a seafood dinner, then opt to enjoy a drink on deck under the stars.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Ha Long/Hanoi
Enjoy breakfast on board before a morning sail back to the port. Drive back to Hanoi and enjoy some free time in the city to explore.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 4Hanoi/Huế
Catch an early flight to Hue, once the imperial capital of Vietnam. Start the day with a guided tour of the Imperial Citadel, a visit to the tomb of one of Vietnam’s former emperors, and check out Tien Mu Pagoda.
While in the city, try some local Hue specialties such as banh khoai (Hue savoury pancakes), and banh bot loc boc tom thit (thin rice paper filled with meat and shrimp). Wash it all down with a Hue beer.
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BreakfastDay 5Huế/Hoi An
Cross the Hai Van Pass (weather permitting), with fantastic views in all directions, before arriving to Hoi An in the afternoon. Upon arrival, take a guided city tour and get acquainted with this city's many options. There's plenty of time to explore all this charming town has to offer; opt for a cooking class, riverboat trip, bike ride, beach time, tailor visit, or My Son ruins.
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BreakfastDay 6Hoi An
Dive into the Vietnamese culture and enjoy a noodle making demonstration and lunch at Oodles of Noodles, a G Adventures-supported project. Enjoy free time in the afternoon. You could rent a bike or visit a tailor, the choice is all yours.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 7Hoi An/Ho Chi Minh City
Drive to Da Nang for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City, once the capital of South Vietnam and the country’s commercial centre. Start exploring the small alleys and busy streets, keeping an eye out for lacquerware shops and delicious local food stalls.
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BreakfastDay 8Ho 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. Opt to visit the Thien Hau and Giac Vien pagodas and stroll through the immense Ben Thanh Market. Also well worth a visit are the Reunification Palace (the residence of South Vietnam presidents before 1975), the city's Chinese quarter of Cholon, and the War Remnants Museum.
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BreakfastDay 9Ho Chi Minh City
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles Meal and Demonstration, Hoi An
- Halong Bay caves entrance
- Halong Bay boat cruise with seafood lunch and dinner
- Imperial Citadel and Tomb entrance (Hue)
- Cu Chi Tunnels entrance and tour
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (7 nts), junk boat (1 nt).
Meals
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
Allow USD85-110 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned bus, boat, cyclo, plane.