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Overview
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.
Package Information
Return airport transfers on day one and day eight
Five nights' accommodation at four-star and special-class hotels
One night's accommodation in a private en-suite cabin on-board the deluxe junk boat
One night's accommodation in a basic, four-berth cabin on-board a sleeper train from Hanoi to Hue
Daily breakfasts, three lunches, and one dinner
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
Escorted by an English-speaking Vietnamese tour guide
Halong Bay Junk boat cruise - opt to swim, kayak, and explore caves
Bicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking demonstration
Visit Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, and Hoi An
Tour 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 comfortable 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
Itinerary:
- Day 1: Welcome to Hanoi, transfer to hotel and day at leisure
- Day 2: UNESCO-listed Halong Bay
- Day 3: Caves & Hanoi cyclo ride
- Day 4: Imperial citadel of Hue
- Day 5: Charming Hoi An
- Day 6: Rural Life in Vietnam
- Day 7: Hoi An - at leisure
- Day 8: Tour concludes in Hoi An, transfer to the airport
Book by 03 September 2025. Tour deals need to be paid in full at the time of booking and are non-changeable and non-refundable. Excludes international flights, travel insurance, visas, tipping kitty (USD20-30), entrance fees (USD30-40), tip for tour guide (USD3-6 per day recommended), and anything of a personal nature not mentioned above. All tours and services are subject to a minimum number of visitors, weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. Please contact us for flights.
Pricing
On the Go - Hanoi to Hoi An, 7 night tour from R10 865 pps
Land only - R10 865 pps
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Travel Dates: Valid for selected departures between 04 October and 06 December 2025.
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