A Taste of Vietnam – Halong Bay to the Mekong Delta

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Sample Vietnam’s fresh flavours and colourful cuisine as you explore the iconic highlights of this vibrant country. Along the way you’ll sail past the cliffs of Halong Bay and wander through bustling Ho Chi Minh City, all while enjoying some of the healthiest and tastiest food around.

City life – Take in the sights, sounds and tastes of Hanoi’s Old Quarter and modern Saigon, with plenty of stops for street food

Rural Vietnam – Immerse yourself in the daily life of local farmers, learning about the cultivation of fresh produce

Historic experiences – Visit the Vinh Moc tunnels, an ancient imperial city, and the ancient merchant town of Hoi An

Itinerary

Itineraries on some departure dates may differ.

DAY 1 – Join Tour in Hanoi. Streetfood tour of the Old Quarter
DAY 2 – Breakfast Pho, explore Hanoi and take a cookery course in Duong Lam Ancient Village
DAY 3 – Junk boat cruise through the limestone cliffs of Halong Bay with seafood lunch
DAY 4 – Experience rural village life in Ninh Binh; learn to farm and eat a home-cooked meal with family
DAY 5 – Explore the caves of Phong Nha with a seafood barbecue. Gentle kayak along the Tra Ang River
DAY 6 – Visit the DMZ site and Vinh Moc Tunnels, then drive onto Hue. Evening Royal Banquet
DAY 7 – Explore the Imperial Citadel of Hue and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Dinner with a local family
DAY 8 – Scenic drive over the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. Explore Tra Que Herb Village and try Banh Mi
DAY 9 – Free day to explore Hoi An; optional fishing by cast net or visit to My Lai
DAY 10 – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and cruise through the narrow waterways of the Mekong Delta. Overnight in a homestay
DAY 11 – Visit a local market in the Mekong Delta. Drive to Ho Chi Minh City; street food tour and craft beer house
DAY 12 – Morning at a barista school; afternoon exploration of Ho Chi Minh City
DAY 13 – Trip ends in Ho Chi Minh City

INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast: 12

Lunch: 7

Dinner: 5

TRIP STAFF

Explore Tour Leader

Driver(s)

Local Guide(s)

TRANSPORT

Bus

Bicycle

Boat

Train

ACCOMMODATION

1 nights guesthouse

1 nights premium hotel

9 nights comfortable hotel

1 nights comfortable overnight train

TRIP PACE:

Moderate

GROUP SIZE:

Trip maximum 16

 

 

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