Highlights
Enjoy an active adventure covering all the scenic highlights of Vietnam
Cruise and kayak along the emerald waters and limestone peaks of Ha Long Bay
Trek through hill villages to immerse yourself in a lesser-seen side of the country
Walk and cycle through the historic towns of Hue, Hoi An and Hanoi
Crawl underground through the Cu Chi war tunnels, a poignant reminder of the recent past
Navigate the Mekong Delta by boat and stay in a welcoming homestay-style guesthouse
Navigate the Mekong Delta by boat and stay in a welcoming homestay-style guesthouse
Itinerary
If you’re seeking an active exploration of Vietnam beyond the usual tourist trail, 'Trails of Vietnam' delivers the ultimate adventure. This 14-day small group tour takes you from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, combining kayaking beneath dramatic sea cliffs, cycling through the lush Mekong Delta, and trekking into remote hill villages. Designed for travelers who crave both movement and meaning, you’ll get an insider’s look at daily life while taking in major landmarks. The tour fuels your energy with superb Vietnamese cuisine at every turn. The unique benefit of this trip is its dynamic approach—by engaging in a variety of activities, you gain a deeper, more personal connection with the country and its people, making this tour a standout choice for those who want to experience Vietnam in full color.
day 1Adventure starts in Hanoi
Begin your adventure in Hanoi, a city where an unstoppable energy meets traditional Vietnamese culture and colonial influences permeate the broad tree-lined boulevards, most noticeably in faded French architecture.
Whether you’re buying baguettes and inexpensive coffee from the grand doorways of a past era, drifting alongside Hoan Kiem Lake or roaming the animated streets, Hanoi offers a delicious first taste of Vietnamese culture. Even crossing one of many manic roads is a memorable experience.
Around 6pm, say xin chào to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome by arranging a group dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Want more time in Hanoi? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
day 2To Tan Lac; trek through Muong country; overnight in village homestay
day 3Trek among hill villages
day 4Return to Hanoi; afternoon city tour
day 5To Ha Long Bay; cruise/kayak; dinner and overnight on boat
day 6Cruise then return to Hanoi; overnight train to Hue
day 7Sightseeing by private bus in Hue
day 8Visit Tu Duc Mausoleum; drive to Hoi An
day 9Walking tour of Hoi An; free afternoon
day 10Fly to Ho Chi Minh City; afternoon visit Cu Chi tunnels
day 11Cycle ride to Cai Be; visit handicraft workshops; drive to Can Tho
day 12Boat trip to floating markets; cycle ride; boat trip to island homestay guesthouse
day 13Cruise to Cai Be; to Ho Chi Minh City for afternoon city tour
day 14Adventure ends in Ho Chi Minh City
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Customer Reviews
Fantastic trip in Vietnam!
This was a really incredible trip! From North to South you get to see the ins-and-outs of this beautiful country, the beautiful sights, the friendly people and the tasty food! I feel that it was the perfect duration for the locations visited - I didn't feel rushed on any days but also don't feel that we were roaming around aimlessly at any point! Just an action packed trip from start to finish and one that I would definitely recommend to anyone who is thinking about going for it... you won't regret it!
Fabulous guide; wonderful country and people. Just do it!
One of the best group trips (and I have been on quite a few) I have done simply due to the wonderful country, lovely warm locals, excellent guide and fun fellow travellers! We travelled on many modes of transport - bus, boat (motor, kayak, paddle), train, plane, bike, foot - saw a wide variety of landscapes - countryside, small villlages, big cities - learned (more) about the old and new history of this incredible country and experienced a wide variety of foods. We did visit some homes and centres where the locals showed us how they made items such as clay pots, toffee brittle, embroidery paintings etc; never was there pressure to purchase anything which made the experience that more enjoyable. This trip has everying - just do it!
Fab trip
What a fantastic two weeks we had in Vietnam made all the more special by our lovely group and excellent guide. We had a great mix of activities from trekking to kayaking, temples to palaces. Buses, boats , trains aeroplanes and not forgetting bicycles. So many highlights to create some lasting memories. We sampled lots of authentic food and had a good mix of traditional to fancier restaurants. So good to stay at the homesteads and support the local people as well as some lovely hotels esp Hoi An.
Trails of Vietnam
Excellent, very well organised and thoroughly enjoyable.
Nice way to visit Vietnam
Really enjoyed the variety of activities and being able to see so much of Vietnam in two weeks. I felt the tour was both enjoyable and interesting. The trip was quite fast paced and provided a look at a lot of different aspects of Vietnam. The activities such as the hiking, visiting caves, kayaking and biking meant there were plenty of opportunities for movement and exercise.
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