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Timeless Vietnam
13 days, Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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For those who want the complete experience but prefer a more comfortable option, this adventure explores the best of Vietnam’s history, culture and cuisine. From the breathless beauty of Halong Bay to the former imperial capital of Hue, the ancient port town of Hoi An and the hilltribe villages, Vietnam offers adventurous visitors a chance to explore its ancient past, recent history and promising future. With comfortable accommodation and transport by private air-conditioned van and flights arranged by your CEO, you'll have plenty of time to appreciate the incredible beauty and remarkable people of Vietnam.
13 days
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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Trip Code: AVHC
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Travel Style: Comfort
Great adventures, genuine experiences, and insider access with a few extra frills along the way.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Hanoi
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Hanoi/Mai Châu
After breakfast at a local non-profit training restaurant, we travel to the lush Mai Chau Valley.
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BreakfastDay 3Mai Châu
Enjoy free time to explore the valley and any of the optional activities available.
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BreakfastDay 4Mai Châu/Hanoi
Return to Hanoi to explore Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton), visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum with a local guide, and go on a cyclo tour of the Old Quarter.
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BreakfastDay 5Hanoi/Ha Long
Transfer to Halong Bay and spend the night on a traditional junk boat surrounded by turquoise waters, where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from the calm waters. Opt to explore some caves, go kayaking or hike up one of the islands.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Ha Long/Huế
After a morning on the bay, transfer back to Hanoi for a flight to Hue.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 7Huế
Visit the ancient walled Citadel containing the former Imperial Palace. Take a trip into the surrounding countryside to see the final resting place of former emperors, visiting one of the most impressive royal tombs.
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BreakfastDay 8Huế/Hoi An
Enjoy a scenic drive to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and take a walking tour of the ancient town.
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BreakfastDay 9Hoi An
Dive into the Oodles of Noodles cooking class at a G Adventures-supported culinary training school. Visit local markets to learn about noodles, then return to the school to cook lunch with the students.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 10Hoi An
The day is free for optional activities of your choice.
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BreakfastDay 11Hoi An/Ho Chi Minh City
Flight to Ho Chi Minh CIty. Opt to take a cyclo tour and visit the markets and shops.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 12Ho Chi Minh City
Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, legendary for the vital part they played during the Vietnam War.
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BreakfastDay 13Ho Chi Minh City
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Oodles of Noodles Local Market Excursion, Hoi An
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Arrival transfer
- Entrance and tours of Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton) and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Cyclo tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter
- Breakfast at a youth training restaurant
- Overnight on a junk boat on Ha Long Bay including excursions to caves and islands
- Guided tour and entrance to Emperor's Tomb and Imperial Citadel Hue
- Entrance and guided tour of Hoi An Old Town
- Hoi Oodles of Noodles market tour and cooking class
- Entrance fee and guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Comfort hotels (10 nts), junk boat (1 nt), lodge (1 nt).
Meals
12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD155-205 for meals not included.
Transportation
Bus, boat, cyclo, plane, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.