Intrepid Travel
Scenic Vietnam
Scenic Vietnam
Journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City on an incredible two-week adventure in Vietnam. Discover the stately capital Hanoi, the lush hills of the Da Bac region, the stunning limestone scenery of Cat Ba Island, the majesty of historic Hue, the fairytale atmosphere of Hoi An, the glorious waterways of the Mekong Delta and the dynamic streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Explore not only the main highlights of the cities, but also the remote countryside, well away from the tourist crowds. A homestay in Sung Village, nestled in the forest among caves and tea plantations, is a chance to trek through minority villages and experience Vietnam at its sleepy best.
Activities
- Hanoi – Blue Dragon breakfast
- Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh Complex
- Hanoi – Temple of Literature
- Hanoi – Water puppet show
- Da Bac – Homestay Dinner
- Da Bac – Homestay Lunch
- Da Bac – Sung Cave & Village Tour
- Da Bac – Sung village to Da Bia hike
- Da Bac – Da Bia Lunch
- Cat Ba Island – Kayaking
- Cat Ba Island – Boat trip on Lan Ha Bay
- Cat Ba Island – Lan Ha Bay Lunch
- Hue – Imperial City Full Day Tour
- Hue – Highlights & back streets by motorbike
- Hue – Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
- Hoi An – Old Town walking tour
- Ho Chi Minh City – War Remnants Museum
- Ho Chi Minh City – City tour
- Mekong Delta – Boat Cruise and Homestay
- Mekong Delta – Guesthouse Dinner
- Mekong Delta – Boat Cruise Lunch
Highlights
- Experience local life during homestays in the Mekong Delta and Da Bac. Get to know local families, participate in their activities and enjoy a homestyle meal.
- Cruise a sea of limestone karsts, blue-green waters, mysterious caves and ancient jungle on an unforgettable Cat Ba Island boat trip
- Get a different view of Vietnam from the back of a motorbike. Take a two-wheeled tour around Hue and enjoy a special lunch spot at a convent or Buddhist monastery for a delicious vegetarian feast.
- Enjoy this leisurely-paced itinerary that allows for ample time in each location, with a great mix of included activities and free time to explore
| Day 1 |
Hanoi |
| Day 2 |
Hanoi |
| Day 3 |
Da Bac |
| Day 4 |
Hanoi |
| Day 5 |
Cat Ba Island |
| Day 6 |
Hanoi - Overnight train |
| Day 7 |
Hue |
| Day 8 |
Hue |
| Day 9 |
Hoi An |
| Day 10 |
Hoi An |
| Day 11 |
Hoi An |
| Day 12 |
Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 13 |
Mekong Delta |
| Day 14 |
Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 15 |
Ho Chi Minh City |
Mekong
The Mekong is a river in Southeast Asia. It is the world’s 10th-longest river and the 7th-longest in Asia. Its estimated length is 4,909 km (3,050 mi), and it drains an area of 795,000 km2 (307,000 sq mi), discharging 475 km3 (114 cu mi) of water annually.
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