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Discover both the bustling cityscapes and the untouched countryside on the 11-Day Vietnam Exploration. You’ll land in Hanoi, then interact with warm locals in Ba Vi. Then hop on the night train to Sapa, the breathtaking landscape of which will surprise and amaze you, with carpets of terraced fields stretching endlessly over the overwhelmingly high hillsides. You’ll trek into villages to understand the cultural characteristics preserved over thousands of years. Then, embark on a cruise to Ha Long Bay, one of the most beautiful natural sites on earth. The feeling of floating in the middle of the sea, breathing the salty air, and observing the limestone islands pass by is unforgettable.

Continue the journey by exploring the ancient and romantic land of Hoi An, then hop on a motorbike to explore further. Lastly, head away from the bright city lights down south and take things at a more leisurely pace in the Mekong Delta where you'll visit an authentic floating market and magnificent bonsai gardens. This 11-day exploration is one of the most enthralling ways to experience the wonder of Vietnam.

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11-Day Vietnam Exploration

See Vietnam’s most incredible places in 11 days
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(86 reviews)
11 days from $1,451USD
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Duration
11 days
Season
Jan-Dec
Season
Soft Adventure
Type
Guided, Private
Accommodation
Hotels, boat, overnight train
Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
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Discover both the bustling cityscapes and the untouched countryside on the 11-Day Vietnam Exploration. You’ll land in Hanoi, then interact with warm locals in Ba Vi. Then hop on the night train to Sapa, the breathtaking landscape of which will surprise and amaze you, with carpets of terraced fields stretching endlessly over the overwhelmingly high hillsides. You’ll trek into villages to understand the cultural characteristics preserved over thousands of years. Then, embark on a cruise to Ha Long Bay, one of the most beautiful natural sites on earth. The feeling of floating in the middle of the sea, breathing the salty air, and observing the limestone islands pass by is unforgettable.

Continue the journey by exploring the ancient and romantic land of Hoi An, then hop on a motorbike to explore further. Lastly, head away from the bright city lights down south and take things at a more leisurely pace in the Mekong Delta where you'll visit an authentic floating market and magnificent bonsai gardens. This 11-day exploration is one of the most enthralling ways to experience the wonder of Vietnam.

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Trip highlights

Embark on an overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay, one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Raft down the Mekong Delta, discovering a floating market with unique local vendors.

Take the train to Sapa, where lush terraced mountains dominate the jungle skyline.

Cable car up Indochina’s highest peak for an incredible view of Vietnam spread out below you.

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Day 1
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Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Vietnam! After obtaining your visa and collecting your luggage, the guide will lead the way to your awaiting driver. You will be privately transferred to your accommodations. Stay right in the heart of the city next to the central Hoan Kiem lake. With the fascinating Old Quarter right at your fingertips, you can easily explore the city at your own pace.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Hanoi
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Ba Vi Eco Tour
Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel, then head out to the countryside located at the outskirts of Hanoi. Arriving at a local house, you will be welcomed with fresh honey tea and green lentils or lotus seeds that were made by a local family. You will visit a tea plantation, which is one of the largest in Ri village, and join with locals in green tea processing. Afterward, have a Vietnamese cooking demonstration with another local host and then enjoy a home cooked lunch in a lovely garden. Head back to Hanoi to end the night.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Hanoi
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch
Day 3
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Ha Long Bay
In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see.<br /> On arrival at the pier, you will board the cruise and enjoy the fantastic views of limestone rocks and the karst grottoes. Have an utterly delicious seafood lunch and enjoy the time at the sundeck exploring the Bay.<br /> The cruise will stop in a secret place where you will spend time kayaking or swimming, so you can explore the karst grottoes closer. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax.
Distance None
Overnight Location Boat on Ha Long Bay
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4
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More Time in Ha Long Bay, Train to Sapa
Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awaken your mind and muscles. Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites. After your exploration return to the boat to check out and enjoy the brunch while the cruise is sailing back to the harbor. Later you will be transferred to Hanoi.<br />Leisure time in Ha Noi until 8:30pm, our driver escorts you to the train station. Take a night train to Sapa.
Distance None
Overnight Location Overnight train
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch
Day 5
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Sap Lao Chai, Ta Van Village Trek
Hiking today through the Muong Hoa valley, you can hike along the Muong Hoa River, snaking through the valley nearby Sapa town. Upon your arrival in Muong Hoa valley, start walking downhill along a large path through Lao Chai hamlet which is situated on the top of a hill. You will then take a suspension bridge crossing the Muong Hoa River to Ly Lao Chai village. Visit some local homes. You will continue walking fields of steep hillsides to Giang Ta Van, another village of the H'mong at high elevation before descending to Ta Van Village of the Giay people. After that, you will be dropped off in Sapa town. For your leisure time in the afternoon, you can go out to shop for handicrafts, drop by the Sapa Love Market, savour the flavour of traditional Hmong-style cuisine, or have a herbal bath or massage in the town.
Distance 4-5 hours, 14km
Overnight Location Lodge in Sapa
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch
Day 6
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The Highest Peak of Indochina
Today you will visit Fansipan peak, which is the highest mountain of the Indochinese range and considered the rooftop of Indochina. Start at the Fansipan Cable Car Station. Under the instruction of the staff at the cable car station, you will take the cable car up to Fansipan Peak. While staying there, you will have the opportunity to take many photos of the fantastic panoramic view. At the end of the trip, you will transfer back to the train station and take a night train to Hanoi.
Distance None
Overnight Location Overnight train
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 7
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Flight to Ancient Town
Arrive in Hanoi in the morning and transfer to the airport for the flight to Danang. From Danang airport the driver will pick you up and transfer to Hoi An. Your day is at leisure in The Lantern Town.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Hoi An
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 8
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Motorbike Trip to My Son Holy Land
This morning you will depart for your special trip to My Son by motorbike. You’ll take a different, less touristy route to see the best of My Son Holy Land. See the amazing Cham temples and some local life. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. Enjoy your last night in Hoi An.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Hoi An
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 9
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Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and Leisure Time
Have free time before your transfer to the airport. You’ll fly to Ho Chi Minh city. This city has amazing bustling streets, fantastic restaurants, and thriving trees making it perfect for days of sightseeing, Spend the afternoon shopping and the evening enjoying a sunset drink at a rooftop bar or on a cruise over Saigon River.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 10
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Excursion to Mekong Delta
Begin today with a ride to My Tho Town. Enjoy the lush green fields and peaceful Vam Co Dong River before arriving. You will visit the Vinh Trang pagoda which reflects the unique architecture of this oldest pagoda in Southern Vietnam. Appreciate the blends of Vietnamese culture, Khmer culture, and European architecture in this pagoda. Then, you will get on a motorized boat to discover the fishing villages, floating farms, and the four islets of this area. Heading to Rach Mieu bridge, you will disembark at Thoi Son Islet for a leisurely wander to the village. Experience local life, visit fruit orchards, and enjoy seasonal fruits while listening to the traditional Southern folk music. Visit a bee farm and sample appetizing honey tea, or you can also opt to go to a python farm nearby. Head back to the boat, riding up to Ben Tre Province. Here, observe the coconut candy workshop to see how locals make it by hand. Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant. In the afternoon, you will visit the crocodile farm located on Unicorn Island. Get back to the car for a transfer to Ho Chi Minh City for your last night.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch
Day 11
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Departure
Enjoy breakfast on the final day of your trip. If you have some time this morning, you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs. Later, proceed to the airport for departure and board your flight back home.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This guided trip to Vietnam is run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the number of people travelling. This tour can be customized (please contact us for more information).

Prices below are per person:

  • Guided Groups of 4: $1,684USD* per person

*Please note that the prices depend on the size of your group

What’s included

Meals

10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 1 dinner are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 10 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transfers as per itinerary for you and your luggage, including airport pickup and drop off, are included. This does not include any airfare.

Also Included

  • Admission fees as per itinerary
  • English speaking guide
  • Local taxes and insurance
  • Luggage handling
  • Tickets as per program

Not included

  • Personal expenses and gratuities to guide and driver
  • Optional services
  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not previously mentioned
  • Anything not mentioned as included

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades where available

Accommodation for 11-Day Vietnam Exploration

This tour is based in hotels, overnight trains, and a boat. Hotels on this trip are 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Boat and train cabins will be comfortable.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement  to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the 11-Day Vietnam Exploration?

We rate this tour as a 2/5. You’ll have one day of easy-moderate hiking on this tour, but the rest of the tour includes no notable physical demands.

Do I need a visa to travel to Vietnam?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

When is the best time to travel to Vietnam for this tour?

The best time to travel to Vietnam for this tour is March, April, September, or October when the weather tends to be warm (not too hot) and sunny.

Are meals included on the 11-Day Vietnam Exploration?

10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 1 dinner are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Hanoi to start this tour?

Fly into Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) where you will be welcomed and be transferred to your accommodation.

Is the 11-Day Vietnam Exploration in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

Where does the 11-Day Vietnam Exploration end?

The tour ends in Ho Chi Minh City, where you will be dropped off at the airport.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Vietnam?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Vietnam?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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