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Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles, Hoi An Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Ho Chi Minh City Your Foodie Moment: Nha Trang Street Food Crawl, Nha Trang Your Big Night Out Moment: Reminisce Riverside, Hoi An. Street food crawl (Nha Trang). Halong Bay boat trip with lunch. Orientation walks in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, and Hanoi. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Transport

Train, air-conditioned bus, walking, junk boat.

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Accommodation

Simple hotel (twin-share) (2 nts), hostels (multi-share) (6 nts), sleeper trains (3 nts).

Meals

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches

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Flights

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

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1. COMBO TRIP Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. 2. ACCOMMODATION In some major cities in Vietnam, many hotel rooms do not have windows.Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum Visit (2USD per person) - Ben Thanh Market - Cholon Visit - Ho Chi Minh City Cyclo Tour (10USD per person) - Dam Sen Water Park Visit (4USD per person) - Reunification Palace Visit (2USD per person) Củ Chi - Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour (23-27USD per person) Nha Trang - Snorkelling - Nha Trang Boat Tour and Snorkelling (29USD per person) - Mud Bath Visit (20USD per person) Hoi An - Tailor Shops - Cua Dai Beach - Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour (6USD per person) - Hoi An Bike and Boat Tour - Thu Bon River Boat Trip (12USD per person) - Hoi An Cooking Class (30USD per person) Mỹ Sơn - Mỹ Sơn Excursion (38USD per person) Huế - Imperial Citadel Tour (7USD per person) - Perfume River Cruise (10USD per person) - Tien Mu Pagoda Visit - Royal Tombs Entry (5USD per person) - Cycling (10USD per person) - Hue Moto Tour - Hue City Tour Phong Nha - Caving in Phong Nha Hạ Long Bay - Kayaking (10USD per person) Hanoi - Hoan Kiem Lake Walk - Tran Quoc Pagoda Visit - Museum of Ethnology Visit (2USD per person) - Army Museum (2USD per person) - Vietnamese Women’s Museum (1.50USD per person) - Hoa Lo Prison Entry (1.50USD per person) - Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour - Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre Performance (200000VND per person) - Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu) Visit - Fine Arts Museum (2USD per person)

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Day 1 Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive at any time and welcome to the pulsing Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon.

For your first night out, wander with your CEO and group through Pham Ngu Lao Street that’s popping with many bars and backpackers. Pick the best looking spot to get to know your fellow travellers and cheers to new adventures!

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends

Additional Notes: Most nationalities require a visa to enter Vietnam. Please check with your travel agent or local Vietnamese Embassy regarding requirements.
Day 2 Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City/Nha Trang (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City/Nha Trang (1B)

Feel the pulse of Vietnam’s biggest city on a CEO-led orientation walk, with free time after to double back to your favourite spots. Shop ’til your heart’s content, immerse yourself in local culture, or just wander the streets to take in the city’s unique vibe. Tonight, catch up on sleep on an overnight train to Nha Trang.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Basic Overnight Train (beds) 10:00 - 11:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO

Additional Notes: During January/February, Tết (the Vietnamese Lunar New Year) sees millions of Vietnamese commute to be with their families and celebrate. While this is a fascinating time to travel through Vietnam, availability of transport may mean that we will replace the overnight train with an overnight bus.
Day 3 Day 3: Nha Trang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Nha Trang

You’ve arrived! Welcome to the eastern sea. Take this morning to explore local shops and markets, rejuvenate in a therapeutic mud bath, relax on the beach, or visit nearby historical sites before an evening street food crawl.

Included Activities:
- Nha Trang Street Food Crawl
Day 4 Day 4: Nha Trang/Da Nang (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Nha Trang/Da Nang (1B)

It’s not over yet. There’s more free time to explore Nha Trang today, so soak it all in. Then, hop on an overnight train to continue to Hoi An, stopping first in Da Nang for a short transfer.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Basic Overnight Train (beds) 09:00 - 10:00 Hr(s)
Day 5 Day 5: Da Nang/Hoi An
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Da Nang/Hoi An

Hoi An’s excited to meet you. See why on an orientation walk of the city before spending free time in the afternoon. Dig even deeper and choose between a cooking class, cycling to the beach, visiting a tailor, or exploring old town. Tonight’s the night for your big night out, grab a drink on our tab and reminisce about your favourite adventures so far. Then dance the night away!
From Danang, it is only a short drive to the picturesque port town of Hoi An. Once known as Faifo, it was an important trading town with strong south Chinese influence and connections.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 00:45 - 01:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Hoi An Orientation Walk
- Reminisce Riverside
Day 6 Day 6: Hoi An (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Hoi An (1B, 1L)

Noodles might be fun to eat, but they’re even more fun to make. Find out how during a visit to G Adventures-supported Oodles of Noodles. The rest of the day is yours, so see what you can discover. Choose to visit the ancient ruins of My Son, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or cruise down the Thu Bon River.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Oodles of Noodles
Day 7 Day 7: Hoi An/Huế (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Hoi An/Huế (1B)

Head north to the Imperial City of Huế. There’s lots to do here, with options to visit the indestructible Royal Citadel and tombs, cruise along Perfume River, or jump on a motorbike and ride around like the local people.
Pre-book the "Hue Motorbike Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time to include this speedy activity on your tour.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 04:00 Hr(s)

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Hue Moto Tour
Day 8 Day 8: Huế/Phong Nha (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Huế/Phong Nha (1B)

Your second day in Huế comes with more free time to enjoy the city. In the afternoon, travel through Vietnam’s stunning countryside to the green rocky mountains of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 04:00 Hr(s)
Day 9 Day 9: Phong Nha/Hanoi (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Phong Nha/Hanoi (1B)

Today, opt to head underground to explore the awe-inspiring caves of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, where the oldest karst mountains and longest cave in Asia are found. Then it’s an overnight train to Hanoi.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Basic Overnight Train (beds)

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Caving in Phong Nha

Additional Notes: Pre-book the full-day Caving in Phong Nha adventure to explore the longest cave in Asia, Paradise Cave, with massive stalactites. Enjoy a sumptuous Vietnamese lunch, then boat to the turquoise beach of Phong Nha Cave.
Day 10 Day 10: Hanoi/Ha Long (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Hanoi/Ha Long (1B, 1L)

After arriving in Hanoi, the bustling capital of Vietnam, take a private bus to the iconic Halong Bay for a seafood lunch cruise and cave exploring. Be sure to charge your camera so you can grab a shot truly worth sharing!

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Hanoi to Ha Long 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Hạ Long Bay Junk Boat Trip
Day 11 Day 11: Ha Long/Hanoi (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Ha Long/Hanoi (1B)

Feel like you’ve gone back in time with an orientation walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Then stop for a drink at Bia Hoi Corner, a spot that serves bia hoi, a local beer made of rice and wheat — and costs a mere $0.25USD per glass!
Interested in local cuisine? Opt to pre-book the "Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Old Quarter Orientation Walk

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour
Day 12 Day 12: Hanoi (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Hanoi (1B)

Today, it’s time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and exchange social medias before you head on your way.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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Vietnam: Historic Cities & Halong Bay Cruising

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Itinerary of your trip Vietnam: Historic Cities & Halong Bay Cruising

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City/Nha Trang (1B)

Day 3: Nha Trang

Day 4: Nha Trang/Da Nang (1B)

Day 5: Da Nang/Hoi An

Day 6: Hoi An (1B, 1L)

Day 7: Hoi An/Huế (1B)

Day 8: Huế/Phong Nha (1B)

Day 9: Phong Nha/Hanoi (1B)

Day 10: Hanoi/Ha Long (1B, 1L)

Day 11: Ha Long/Hanoi (1B)

Day 12: Hanoi (1B)

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