Vietnam Youth Adventure & Sapa - 15 days

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GROUP TOUR (FOR AGES 18 - 45): Embark on this 15-day tour of Vietnam. Discover the bustling streets and historic landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City, experience the scenic Hai Van Pass, and enjoy a unique kayaking journey into Hoi An. Immerse yourself in local life with eco-projects, traditional cooking classes, and homestays in picturesque settings like Pu Luong N...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Ho Chi Minh City - Explore the city’s famous sights and hidden gems on a walking tour, learn the national sport Da Cao (foot badminton)
    • Da Nang to Hoi An - Kayak along the Thu Bon River towards Hoi An’s historic old town, experiencing the city from a unique perspective, and visit the vibrant Night Market
    • Hoi An - Cycle through the countryside, pass rice fields and villages, and participate in an eco-brick project to clean the river and support a local NGO
    • Hue - Drive through the scenic Hai Van Pass, visit the Imperial City, take a boat ride on the Perfume River, and join a traditional Vietnamese cooking class
    • Pu Luong - Travel to Pu Luong National Park, visit Chua Ngoc Chau Temple, and explore a nearby waterfall surrounded by breathtaking landscapes
    • Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Trek to a bamboo lake house, enjoy bamboo rafting or swimming, and chase waterfalls through forest trails to immerse in nature
    • Hanoi - Walk through the lively streets of Hanoi, join a food tour to sample local delicacies, and experience the city’s vibrant culture
    • Halong Bay & Bai Tu Long Bay - Cruise through Ha Long Bay to Bai Tu Long, kayak around Cap La Island, visit a secluded beach on Cong Do Island
    • Hanoi - Start the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck in Halong Bay, explore the Thien Canh Son Cave, and participate in a cooking class before taking a walking tour of Hanoi
    • Sapa - Trek through the rice fields of Muong Hoa Valley and visit Ta Van village, then explore the Silver Waterfall and Love Waterfall amidst lush landscapes

What's this trip about?

    GROUP TOUR (FOR AGES 18 - 45): Embark on this 15-day tour of Vietnam. Discover the bustling streets and historic landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City, experience the scenic Hai Van Pass, and enjoy a unique kayaking journey into Hoi An. Immerse yourself in local life with eco-projects, traditional cooking classes, and homestays in picturesque settings like Pu Luong Nature Reserve and Sa Pa. Cruise the stunning Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, trek through lush rice terraces, visit enchanting waterfalls, and marvel at Vietnam’s natural beauty and heritage. This unforgettable adventure offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and outdoor exploration.

Details

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

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Da Nang
  • Hanoi
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • Hue
  • Ninh Binh
  • Sapa

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 24

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

Trip includes

    • 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 6 dinners
    • 13 nights' accommodation in hotels & homestays (1 night in a twin/double room in 4-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh, 2 nights in a twin/double room in a 3-star hotel in Hoi An, 1 night in twin/double room a in 4-star hotel in Hue, 2 nights in Multi Share local homestay in Pu Luong Park, 2 nights in a twin/double room in a 3-star hotel in Hanoi, 1 night in Multi Share local homestay in Sa Pa, and 1 night in a twin/double room in a mid range Boutique hotel in Sa Pa)
    • All transport from Day 1 to 14 in cars, vans, and jeeps
    • Escorted by a tour guide, with the services of specialist, English-speaking local guides for some sightseeing
    • Guided sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hue, Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Hanoi, and Halong Bay
    • Airport arrival transfer on day 1
    • Unseen Saigon Walking Tour
    • 1 overnight Train ticket Ho Chi Minh City - Da Nang
    • 1 overnight cruise Hanoi - Halong Bay
    • Da Cao Foot Badminton with our local team
    • Kayak Into Hoi An
    • History Walk Of Hoi An
    • 1 overnight Train ticket Hue - Ninh Binh
    • Rural Village Bike Tour with Trash Collection
    • Visit To Eco-brick Ngo with Collected Trash to Make Bricks for Local Community Projects
    • Open Top Army Jeep Through the Hai Van Pass
    • Imperial City Visit & History Walk Around Hue
    • Garden Cooking Class on the banks of the Perfume River
    • Village Experience In Ban Hiue
    • Mountain Trekking
    • Waterfall Visits
    • Bamboo Lakehouse Swim
    • Local Family picnic in Pu Luong
    • Guided Walk Through The Old Quarter Of Hanoi
    • Hanoi Local Foodie Street Food Tour
    • Ha Long & Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise
    • Kayaking in Ha Long Bay
    • Tai Chi lesson
    • Explore Thien Canh Son (cave)
    • Cooking Class – fruit carving & making spring rolls
    • Scenic transfer to Sa Pa
    • Rice Terrace Valley Trek
    • Trek to Giang Ta Chai Village
    • 1 overnight Train Sa Pa - Hanoi
    • Visit Silver & Love Waterfalls
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Ho Chi Minh City

Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival, you will be picked up and taken to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. After checking in, feel free to either explore the area or relax until it's time to join your group for a welcome dinner, where you can meet your fellow travelers...

Day : 2 Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City - Danang. After breakfast, we’ll embark on a walking tour to explore our city’s famous sights and hidden gems. We’ll then prepare for a unique cultural experience by learning our national sport, Da Cao, or “foot badminton.” This energetic game is a fa...

Day : 3 Da Nang

Danang - Hoi An. Upon arrival, our team takes us to the banks of the Thu Bon River, where we enjoy a quick lunch before setting off on our kayaks. As we paddle through the river, we make our way toward Hoi An’s historic old town, getting a unique view of the city that...

Day : 4 Hoi An

Today, we start our morning by cycling through the peaceful countryside, passing small villages and lush rice fields, until we reach a quiet riverbank. Here, we’ll begin our mission to collect plastic waste that has been carelessly discarded along the river. Once ...

Day : 5 Hoi An

Hoi An - Hue. After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll set off for Hue, also known as the Imperial City, in style! Our journey will be in open-top jeeps, beginning with the scenic drive up the renowned Hai Van Pass. This iconic route offers us stunning coastal vistas and s...

Day : 6 Hue

Hue - Ninh Binh. In the morning, we’ll board a dragon boat and make our way to the beautiful Thien Mu Pagoda before heading to a local garden along the banks of the Perfume River. There, we’ll have the opportunity to take part in a traditional Vietnamese cooking class...

Day : 7 Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh - Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Today, we prepare for our journey to one of Vietnam's most breathtaking landscapes! We’ll board a bus to Pu Luong National Park, pausing along the way for lunch and a visit to Chua Ngoc Chau Temple. Our accommodation will be at...

Day : 8 Pu Luong Nature Reserve

After enjoying breakfast with a stunning view of the valley, we will embark on a short downhill trek to a picturesque traditional rural bamboo lake house. Here, we have the option to go bamboo rafting or swim in the crystal-clear water. A picnic lunch will be provided...

Day : 9 Pu Luong Nature Reserve

Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Hanoi. As we bid farewell to our homestay family and the scenic beauty of Pu Luong, after a leisurely morning and breakfast. Once we have arrived in Hanoi and checked in, we will join our group for a walk through the vibrant streets of Hanoi, followed by a delicious food tour featuring local delicacies. Prepare for an exciting culinary adventure!

Day : 10 Hanoi

Hanoi - Halong Bay. Today, we’re leaving the city's hustle behind for breathtaking bay views as we board a traditional boat to explore the renowned Ha Long Bay. Our cruise takes us north to the less-visited Bai Tu Long area, where pristine landscapes await. Experience...

Day : 11 Halong Bay

Halong Bay - Hanoi. Today, you can start your day with a calming Tai Chi session on the sundeck or simply enjoy the morning views of the bay. Next, we’ll visit Thien Canh Son, the most renowned cave system in Ha Long Bay, celebrated for its breathtaking stalactites an...

Day : 12 Halong Bay

Hanoi - Sa pa. Our adventure continues today with an early morning departure at 7 AM as we board a comfortable limousine for a picturesque 6-hour drive to Sa Pa. Once we arrive, we’ll meet our local guide and head directly to Ta Van Trek Point. We’ll explore the vi...

Day : 13 Sapa

We’ll wake up to a delicious breakfast at our homestay. At around 9:00 AM, we’ll embark on a trek to Giang Ta Chai Village. We’ll hike uphill to encounter a stunning waterfall and take in breathtaking views. The village is home to the Red Dao people, recognizable by t...

Day : 14 Sapa

Sa Pa - Lao Cai - Hanoi. Today marks our last day in Sa Pa. After enjoying breakfast at our hotel, we’ll set off with our guide and driver to reach an altitude of 1,700 meters to explore the captivating Silver Waterfall, the source of the Muong Hoa stream. We’ll captu...

Day : 15 Hanoi

Our Vietnamese adventure concludes as we reach Hanoi between 5 and 5:30 AM. As we bid farewell to our guide and fellow travellers at Hanoi Train Station, we wish you a safe onward journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,295
Price per day$86
Last Updated: 3/26/2025

Departure dates are guaranteed with 6 travellers. 'Dorm' prices are per person and include all accommodation in a mix of twin, triple and multi-share dorm rooms, shared with other travellers. 'Twin/Double' prices apply when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of their own room. Please note that if paying the 'Single' price, six nights will be shared with other travellers during homestays and when travelling by overnight train.

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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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    • Optional Activities
    • Departure Airport Transfer

Accommodation

3-4 star hotels & homestay
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Minimum age: 18 yrs / Maximum age: 45 yrs. Most OneLife guests are aged between 21-35 years old.
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