Central Vietnam: Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Phong Nha & Hoi An Adventures
8 DaysOverview
This tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through Vietnam, starting in the bustling city of Hanoi. On the first day, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the city’s old quarter and indulge in delicious local cuisine on a foodie culture tour. The following day, you’ll visit the Tam Chuc Pagoda and then head to Ninh Binh to admire the stunning limestone cliffs and picturesque rice fields.
In Ninh Binh, you’ll have a free day to explore the area, whether you choose to visit temples, hike through rice fields, or take a boat tour of the Trang An Grottoes. After a day of adventure, you’ll catch an overnight sleeper train to Dong Hoi, where you’ll visit the lively fish market and enjoy a cycling tour of the countryside.
The tour continues in Phong Nha, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore the world’s largest cave system and take part in hiking and biking excursions. After a day of adventure, you’ll travel to Hue to visit the Vinh Moc tunnels and explore the historic Citadel and Royal tombs.
The tour culminates in Hoi An, where you’ll embark on a thrilling drive across the Hai Van pass in open-top jeeps. You’ll visit the An Bang cemetery, Lang Co Beach, Da Nang bay, an abandoned French fort, and the Marble mountain pagoda before ending the day with a walk through Hoi An’s old town.
On the final day, you’ll have the option to depart or continue your adventure by heading south to Vietnam’s stunning beaches. Say goodbye to your fellow travelers and reflect on the incredible experiences you’ve had on this epic tour of Vietnam.
Highlights
- Explore the back streets and markets of Hanoi's old quarter, sampling local favourites like "nem ran" and "banh goi"
- Visit Tam Chuc Pagoda, the largest in southeast Asia, and marvel at the limestone cliffs in Ninh Binh
- Take a boat to explore the Trang An Grottoes and hike up Hang Mua Peak for stunning views
- Tour the Dong Hoi fish market and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese breakfast of Banh Mi
- Explore the world's largest cave system in Phong Nha and join a sunset bar crawl
- Descend into the Vinh Moc tunnels and visit the historic Citadel and Royal tombs in Hue
- Drive across Hai Van pass in open-top jeeps, visit An Bang cemetery and Lang Co Beach, and explore Hoi An's old town
- Say goodbye to your Roamies in Hoi An and depart for the next leg of your adventure