Hanoi to Hoi An - 8 days

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Travel between two of Vietnam's most charming destinations from the fading colonial chic of Hanoi to the attractive riverside merchant town of Hoi An with a night spent cruising the jade waters of Halong Bay and time spent exploring the royal citadel of imperial Hue, all in just 8 days.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Hanoi – Rickshaw ride through the French Quarter and explore the "36 Streets" of the Old Quarter
    • Hue – Discover the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda and the Purple Palace, then visit the ancient Royal Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
    • Tra Que Village – Ride bicycles into the countryside and learn how to farm the land before enjoying a hands-on cooking lesson
    • Halong Bay – Cruise the beautiful UNESCO-Listed bay aboard a junk boat, kayak, swim and explore the remarkable caves
    • My Khe Beach (aka China Beach) - Take a stroll along this beautiful beach which featured in Francis Ford Coppola's 'Apocalypse Now'
    • Hoi An – Stroll around the enchanting UNESCO Listed Old Town with its picturesque riverside setting

What's this trip about?

    Travel between two of Vietnam's most charming destinations from the fading colonial chic of Hanoi to the attractive riverside merchant town of Hoi An with a night spent cruising the jade waters of Halong Bay and time spent exploring the royal citadel of imperial Hue, all in just 8 days.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHanoi
End CityHoi An

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Attractions

  • Hanoi
  • Hue

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 24

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

Trip includes

    • Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 1 dinner
    • 5 nights 4 star and special class hotels and 1 night aboard deluxe junk boat (private en suite cabin)
    • Halong Bay Junk boat cruise - opt to swim, kayak and explore caves
    • 1 overnight sleeper train Hanoi to Hue in basic 4 berth cabin (or opt to fly - see Add-ons for details)
    • Guided sightseeing - Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue and Hoi An
    • Bicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking demonstration
    • Escorted by an English speaking Vietnamese tour guide
    • Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 8
    • All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Hanoi

Xin Chao! Welcome to Hanoi, one of the region's most charming cities where French colonial elegance meets Asian spirit with attractive lakes, colourful pagodas and atmospheric streets. On arrival you will be met by our local representative and transferred to our joini...

Day : 2 Halong Bay

Hanoi – Halong Bay. After breakfast this morning we leave Hanoi and transfer to the jewel in Vietnam's scenic crown - the incredibly beautiful Halong Bay. Board a comfortable junk boat to explore the emerald waters of the bay, dotted with green islets, and enjoy lunch...

Day : 3 Caves & Hanoi cyclo ride

Halong Bay - Hanoi - Hue. Early birds can enjoy a beautiful sunrise and test their Tai Chi skills on the sundeck or enjoy a traditional massage - the perfect way to start the day. Before heading back to port this morning we explore the beautiful Sung Sot cave (Surpris...

Day : 4 Hue

Arriving into imperial Hue this morning, we enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the 19th-century capital. Visit the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda with its 21-metre-tall tower, and explore the walled fortress of the Imperial Purple Palace, ringed by a moat with elaborate arche...

Day : 5 Hoi An

Hue - Road of the Ocean Clouds - Hoi An. Bidding farewell to Hue we take a scenic drive along the coast via the Hai Van Pass (Road of the Ocean Clouds) to Hoi An. We stop en route for a stroll along My Khe beach, nicknamed 'China Beach' by the Americans during the war...

Day : 6 Rural Life in Vietnam

Today will be spent out in the countryside learning all about the rural way of life in Vietnam. We'll reach Tra Que village by bicycle, a leisurely ride on flat roads that take us through ride paddies and farm land. The option of a taxi is available locally for those ...

Day : 7 Hoi An - at leisure

Today is completely free for you to enjoy Hoi An as you wish. Lose yourself in the cobbled streets lined with boutique restaurants, hip cafes, delightful craft shops and some of Asia’s best bespoke tailors (whose services come at a nominal price). If you prefer some R...

Day : 8 Hoi An

Saturday. Today marks the end of your time in Vietnam. A departure transfer will be provided to take you to Danang airport in time for your onward flight.

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Last Updated: 12/18/2024
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Departure dates marked with a 'G' are operating. All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable to solo travellers or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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On The Go Tours Reviews & Ratings

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Lyn and Katherine Sorensen

Mar 2019

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Fabulous trip

Extremely well organized and planned. Hung (Our guide) really made the trip a gem...

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Marinda Maartens

Jan 2019

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Hung was an amazing person and became also a good friend

Very kind and knowledgeable. He kept us informed ALL the time. You knew exactly where you were going and the short term plan ahead. This was great for a bunch of peo...

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Scott Field

Jan 2019

Provided byOn The Go Tours

Tour was great, nice mix of things to do and see, but our Guide really went above and beyond to make our tour special

Hung met us at the hotel and assisted us with recommendations, help out when one of our tour party last their passports, gave us regular updates on the plans and had...

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Sandra Howe

Dec 2018

Provided byOn The Go Tours

Tuan was full of information, friendliness, good humour, and fun

He provided wonderful insight and appreciation for the places we visited and Vietnam as a whole. I especially loved our cruise in Halong Bay, including kayaking thro...

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Liz Collier

Oct 2018

Provided byOn The Go Tours

Great mix of activity & culture, though I would have extended to Ho Chi Min if I had realised this was an option at the time of booking

A few concerns I am picking up with OTG, but not enough to spoil an awesome holiday, shared with a fabulous bunch of new friends. Really pleased with the way OTG man...

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What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
    • Entrance Fees: USD$30-40pp, paid in USD or VND

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