Vietnam adventure tour

THiET Travel

17 days from £4,745pp - Code: T1-E24-Pr-Gr5-D17

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Tour highlights

Take in the stunning Tonkinese Alps with light treks around the mountain town of Sapa.
Stay overnight in the world's third largest known cave, Hang En in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
Drive through Mu Cang Chai, one of the most beautiful road journeys in Asia.
Visit the Rhododendron Falls in Bach Ma National Park.
Spend time in the UNESCO protected towns of Hue and Hoi An.

Includes

Price

Scheduled international and domestic flights
In-destination transfers
Activities and excursions as detailed
All accommodation
24-hour support while you travel

Itinerary idea

in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

DAY 1

International Outbound Flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Hanoi.

day 2

Stay at Anise Hanoi

Upon arrival in Hanoi you are greeted by a THiET representative and taken to your hotel by private transfer. The rest of the day will be free to relax or explore at your own leisure. You might like to visit the Hanoi Opera House, a short walk from your hotel — it's beautifully lit up at night.

Temple of Literature in Hanoi

Hanoi Opera House

day 3

Stay at Anise Hanoi

Discover Hanoi with your guide, taking a cyclo tour around the maze that is the old quarter area, and strolling through the charming French colonial district.

day 4

Stay at King Express

Day at leisure before you take the overnight train to Sapa in the Tonkinese Alps and spend two full days exploring the area's mountain walks and villages.

Hanoi Anise Hotel

day 5

Stay at BB Hotel

Today you arrive in the town of Lao Cai, located just two kilometres from the border with China, where you will be met and transferred to the pretty mountain town of Sapa.

day 6

Stay at BB Hotel

Today you embark on a trek through the minority villages within the area. En route you are treated to some stunning scenery.

Sapa, Lao Cai Province, Vietnam

day 7

Stay at Madam Chung‘s Homestay

Today you depart Sapa and drive south along one of the most scenic stretches of road in Asia to Mu Cang Chai. There will be ample opportunity to stop off en route before arriving at your simple homestay in Nghia Lo.

day 8

Stay at Saigon Phong Nha Hotel

This morning you depart Nghia Lo and journey on to Hanoi and the airport for your flight south to Dong Hoi. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the edge of the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park and your accommodation.

Mu Cang Chai Rice Field, Vietnam

day 9

Stay at Hang En Campsite

Today, you start the six-hour trek to Hang En, also known as Swallow Cave. The journey takes you through rural villages, rivers, and jungle to the endpoint and Hang En, the world's third-largest known cave. Spend the afternoon exploring the cave network, and you will stay overnight in a tent.

day 10

Stay at Sun Spa Resort

This morning you will visit the Exit Cave before breakfast, then continue to explore the caves. You depart camp in the morning on the trek back to the main road. This afternoon you return to the coast for your accommodation where you can freshen up.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

day 11

Stay at Villa Hue

Leaving Dong Hoi you continue south with your driver to the old capital of Hue, arriving early afternoon. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

day 12

Stay at Villa Hue

Full day exploring Hue, with time on the Perfume River and visiting the Citadel.

Hue Imperial Citadel

day 13

Stay at Ancient House Resort

Today you travel on to Hoi An, stopping en route at Bach Ma National Park to enjoy some great trekking.

day 14

Stay at Ancient House Resort

Full day at leisure.

Hoi An - Bach Ma National Park View

day 15

Stay at Ancient House Resort

On the second day in Hoi An, either head to the beach or visit some of the great tailors in town.

day 16

Stay at Liberty Central - Hoi An

Travel south to Ho Chi Minh City, with the chance to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels before you have the remainder of the day to see the city.

day 17

International Return Flight

Final day at leisure before your flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, THiET trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.