Vietnam Explorer

Itinerary

Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City

See the modern face of Vietnam in the stylish shops, snazzy motorbikes and boundless energy of Ho Chi Minh City.

Days 2-3 Chau Doc

Enter the Mekong Delta, a world of floating markets, tropical fruit orchards and colourful water traffic.

Day 4 Mekong Delta

Enjoy warm hospitality and wonderful homemade specialties at a homestay with a local family.

Day 5 Ho Chi Minh City

Get into the age-old art of haggling at the enormous Ben Thanh Market or delve into the country's history in the Reunification Palace.

Days 6-7 Nha Trang

Appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of the coast, travelling in basket boats to a fishing village.

Days 8-10 Central Highlands

Trek to the rural village of Buon Rai, where a traditional Ede stilt house is home for the night.

Days 11-13 Hoi An

Sample some eye-poppingly strong Vietnamese coffee in Buon Ma Thuot before flying to Hoi An, an absolute gem of a city.

Days 14-15 Hue

Travel over the stunning Hai Van Pass to the former imperial city of Hue. After a tour of the grand walled citadel and the graceful Thien Mu Pagoda, there's time to splurge on a degustation-style dinner fit for the king.

Day 16 Dong Hoi

Climb into the Vinh Moc tunnel complex to experience underground life in wartime.

Days 17-18 Ninh Binh

Explore the fabulous Phong Nha caves before cycling past the spectacular limestone karsts of Ninh Binh.

Days 19-20 Halong Bay

Sail amongst spectacular peaks soaring above sparkling jade waters.

Days 21-22 Hanoi

Pay respects to 'Uncle Ho' at the mausoleum and explore the Ho Chi Minh Museum.