North & Central Vietnam: Hanoi, Hoi An & Countryside Adventures

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Vietnam is a vibrant and beautiful place filled with a diverse spectrum of activities that you can engage in to spend your time. This is all brought in to focus by a full itinerary that makes the most of your time, and is even further enhanced by a guide that shares the intricate details of each locale that may be overlooked by someone less enmeshed in the country's culture. You also make friends from all over the world as you travel and share these wonderful experiences.

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ends

Hanoi, Vietnam

Hoi An, Vietnam

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Highlights

Sample Vietnam's best tastes on an insiders foodie tour.

Explore Tam Chuc: the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia.

Wander Dong Hoi wet-fish market with a Banh Mi Breakfast in hand.

Descend into the less-visited Vinh Moc Tunnels.

Opt to hike the pristine countryside in Ninh Binh and explore caves in Phong Nha

Itinerary

For those who believe the best stories come from the road less traveled, "North & Central Vietnam: Hanoi, Hoi An & Countryside Adventures" offers an 8-day local culture tour from Hanoi to Hoi An. After a lively night in Hanoi, explore the countryside’s pagodas, fish markets, and the Vinh Moc Tunnels—an underground relic of the Vietnam War. Take a scenic open-top jeep ride through the An Bang Cemetery, relax at Lang Co beach, and snap unforgettable shots along the Hai Van Pass. This group tour is perfect for adventurous souls seeking authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences in Vietnam’s heartland.

day 1Hanoi

Arrive at any time, and choose to kick back at the hostel, or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Ready to indulge your inner foodie? Head out for a walk through the back streets and markets of the city’s old quarter, sampling local favourites like “nem ran” and “banh goi.” Take a pit stop at a street-side bar then swing by Hanoi Food Culture restaurant, a G Values Fund Project, and try the city’s signature specialty coffee. Having fun yet? Of course you are!

Meal

Dinner

Accomodation

Nexy Hostel (or similar)

Included Activities

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 1 km

day 2Hanoi/Ninh Bình

day 3Ninh Bình

day 4Dong Hoi/Phong Nha

day 5Phong Nha

day 6Phong Nha/Huế

day 7Huế/Hoi An

day 8Hoi An

What's Included

Accommodation

Hostels (6 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Note: Allow USD75-100 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, train, bicycle, open-top jeeps, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupHanoi Foodie Culture TourTam Chuc Pagoda TourDong Hoi Wet/Fish Market tour and countryside cyclingVinh Moc Tunnels TourAn Bang Cemetary TourVisit Lang Co BeachHai Van Pass and Marble Mountain TourHoi An Old Town Walk and Riverside Evening Out

What's Excluded

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