Intrepid Travel
Vietnam Express Northbound
Vietnam Express Northbound
Go behind the scenes of Vietnam’s hot-spots on a small-group adventure that avoids the tourists.
From the fast-paced hub of Ho Chi Minh City to the charming capital of Hanoi, experience the beautiful landscapes, history-soaked monuments and all the delicious cuisine in between as you traverse the country from South to North like a local: paddle through the waterways of the Mekong Delta in a sampan, explore remote villages via tuk-tuk, cruise through the waters of Halong Bay on a traditional boat, wander the car-free streets of Hoi An on foot and discover the imperial icons of Hue from the back of a motorbike – and with the guidance of your expert local leader, you’ll discover secrets to this South-East Asian gem that you simply won’t find in a guidebook.
Activities
- Mekong Delta – Mekong Delta Day Trip & Village Tuk-Tuk Tour
- Mekong Delta – Lunch
- Hoi An – Old Town walking tour
- Hue – Imperial City Full Day Tour
- Hue – Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
- Hue – Highlights & back streets by motorbike
- Hue – Motorbike Tour Lunch
- Hanoi – Temple of Literature
- Hanoi – One Pillar Pagoda & HCM stilt house
- Hanoi – Old Quarter Walking Tour
- Halong Bay – Overnight Boat Cruise
- Hanoi – KOTO dinner
- Halong Bay – The Green Life Visit
Highlights
- See the very best that Vietnam has to offer in just 10 days as you traverse the country from bottom to top with a small group of up to 15 new friends.
- Visit some of the must-see sights with your group such as a walking tour in Hoi An and the Temple of Literature in Hanoi, as well as plenty of free time to make your own discoveries.
- Spend an unforgettable night on a boat in Halong Bay, one of Vietnam’s most remarkable natural wonders, and visit a centre dedicated to turning the bay’s discarded trash into beautiful, handcrafted items.
- Sample local food wherever you go: a seafood dinner on Halong Bay, lunch at a Buddhist nunnery, coconut candy in the Mekong Delta, and a final dinner at KOTO restaurant – oh, and did we mention the street food?
- Have expert advice on hand the whole way with an experienced local leader to help you get the best out of your time in Vietnam.
| Day 1 |
Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 2 |
Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 3 |
Hoi An |
| Day 4 |
Hoi An |
| Day 5 |
Hue |
| Day 6 |
Hue - Overnight Train |
| Day 7 |
Hanoi |
| Day 8 |
Halong Bay |
| Day 9 |
Hanoi |
| Day 10 |
Hanoi |
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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