I now have a better understanding of the history of north/south Vietnam divide as it was mainly the history I was interested in. The greatest tip was from our driver from the airport, ?don?t wait at a crossing THE BIKES WILL NOT STOP!? How true!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Mai Chau, Ha Long Bay, Hue
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More than 30 million Vietnamese can't be wrong – handle-bar height gives you the best view of Vietnam! On this seven-day cycling trip through the north, you’ll meet locals and experience their culture in a way that otherwise wouldn't be possible. Get started in bustling Hanoi, where you can discover the Old Quarter’s ‘36 Streets’ and fuel up on multiple banh mis, then make your way to UNESCO World Heritage site Ha Long Bay, down country lanes and through spectacular mountain scenery. You’ll stay in a traditional homestay with friendly hosts, ride through the gorgeous landscapes of Pu Luong and Cuc Phuong National Park and spend a night on serene waters under the stars.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong Nation
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong National Park, Cuc Phuong National Park, Halong Bay
Discover a different side of a much-loved country on this activity-focused trip through the northern half of Vietnam. Encompassing cycling excursions, guided walking tours, kayaking expeditions and two nights of boating on Halong Bay, this trip is bound to get the blood pumping and the family bonding. Starting in Hanoi, uncover Vietnam's landmark attractions on a city cycling tour, and sit down to lunch at an initiative geared towards helping disadvantaged young people. Savour the picturesque countryside of rural Vietnam during a two-day ride from Luong Song to stunning Ninh Binh, cruise the waters of Halong Bay by junk boat and kayak, and explore charming Hoi An and its surrounds by bike and foot. This is an adventure for families who like spending their down time getting up and at it.
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
The spectacular valleys and mountains of Vietnam were simply made for active exploration. On this 11-day adventure, you’ll put on your hiking shoes and get ready for an immersive journey that gets away from the bright lights of Hanoi and under the skin of Vietnam's bucolic countryside. In between trekking and cycling through lush landscapes, you’ll stop in at local villages and learn about traditional life, spending the night in rural homestays. After cycling through the valleys of Mai Chau and Ninh Binh and getting your heart rate up on Sapa’s hiking trails, you’ll head to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cat Ba Island and kayak across the turquoise waters of Lan Ha Bay. Spend a night in a waterside resort in the bay and make the most of every sunset, before heading back to Hanoi and indulging in street food.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Home-stay, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Sapa, Ta Van Village, Mai
Hanoi, Sapa, Ta Van Village, Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba Island
We really enjoyed this comprehensive tour of Vietnam. Including time in more rural areas as well as the well known cities and sites, it gave us a great insight into local culture and there was plenty of opportunity to meet the locals who were incredibly friendly. The trip ran seemlesly in the extremely capable hands of our tour leader Diem, one of the best we've had (this was our 6th family holiday with Explore). Highlights would include all of the bike rides, exploring Tam Coc caves by boat, Saigon by cyclo, the amazing food, so fresh and plentiful, and the kids loved haggling for bargains in the markets and shops (especially Hoi An). Accommodation and transport were both of a great standard. Well done Explore!
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay, Sleeper Train
Age Range
7-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Mekong Delta, Mai Chau, Halong Bay, Ha Long Bay, Hue
Exercise the body and the mind with a leg pumping, eye-opening cycling tour of Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. Enjoy a different perspective as you bike through the limestone cliffs of north Vietnam, along rock-face hugging passes down the stunning coast and on to buzzing Ho Chi Minh City. Take dusty roads through rural villages in Cambodia, exploring nature-strewn ruins and spending time with locals, before finishing up in frenetic Bangkok. Work up an appetite and reward yourself with the delicious dishes the overflow in the streets – the pho in Vietnam, the fish curry in Cambodia and pad thai in Bangkok. Shift your adventure into a higher gear with a journey that takes you to the highlights of Southeast Asia.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Sleeper Train, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Bangkok, Nha Trang, Dalat
Hanoi, Bangkok, Nha Trang, Dalat, Phan Thiet, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sa Kaew, Kabinburi, Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An, Quy Nhon
Discover the incredible diversity, cuisines, histories and beauty of Cambodia and Vietnam on a 20-day Premium adventure. Learn about the confronting Khmer legacy in Phnom Penh, enjoy Vietnam's authentic cuisine at a cooking class with a local chef in Hue and explore the grand architecture of Hanoi. This trip offers places of breathtaking beauty, from the backwaters of the Mekong Delta to the ancient temples of Angkor and an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. Add to that a mix of friendly locals and age-old traditions and you've got the ultimate South East Asian experience.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Phnom Penh, Hoi An, Hue
Hanoi, Phnom Penh, Hoi An, Hue, Mai Chau, Halong Bay, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta
13% OFF TODAY
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Explore the wonders of northern Vietnam on this 8-day journey from Hanoi to Halong Bay. Wander Hanoi’s buzzing Old Quarter, cruise through scenic Hoan Kiem Lake, and uncover rural traditions in Tho Ha Village. Hike among the stilt-house villages of Mai Chau and Pu Luong, soaking up spectacular rice terraces and ethnic culture. Cycle and row through Van Long Nature Reserve’s limestone landscapes before unwinding on an overnight cruise in iconic Halong Bay.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Put your pedal to the metal on this 9-day cycling tour across North Vietnam. Begin in Hanoi with guided sightseeing and end with a relaxing overnight cruise on Halong Bay. For the rest of your tour, enjoy an incredible cycling experience through the lush landscapes of Mai Chau, Pu Luong and Ninh Binh, meeting local villagers and exploring off-the-beaten-track locations.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Home-stay, Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong, Ninh
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong, Ninh Binh, Cuc Phuong National Park, Halong Bay
PARTIALLY GUIDED TOUR: Embark on a 12-day tour from south to north Vietnam, starting with a Saigon River cruise and Mekong Delta exploration in Ho Chi Minh City. Discover Hue’s imperial history, then explore Hoi An’s ancient town and coastal village. In Hanoi, visit cultural sites, cruise Halong Bay, and explore Mai Chau valley and Hang Kia, home to the H’mong people. Experience traditional activities like batik dyeing before concluding in Hanoi.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Mai Cha
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Mai Chau, Hue, Hoi An, Halong Bay
Uncover Vietnam's breathtaking scenery and captivating cities on this exciting teen-themed family holiday. Go trekking and cycling in the Mai Chau Valley and cook lunch with a local family. Explore Ninh Binh's beautiful Tam Coc valley and Hue's Imperial City, cruise around heavenly Halong Bay, farm the land in Hoi An and more. This tour welcomes families with teens and pre-teens aged 10 years and above.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Lodge
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Mai Chau, Mai Hich, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue
From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, discover Vietnam’s remote ethnic minority villages and go trekking in the beautiful Mai Chau Valley, cruise around the limestone peaks of picturesque Halong Bay and the floating markets of the Mekong, explore imperial cities and more on this 13 day tour.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Resort, Guest House
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Mai Chau, Halong Bay, Hue
