Vietnam: Historic City Highlights & Halong Bay Cruise Adventure

Flights & Transportation:

• Round-trip economy class airfare from:
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• Transportation between cities via train & air-conditioned bus
  • Basic Overnight Train (beds) – Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
  • Basic Overnight Train (beds) – Nha Trang to Da Nang
  • Private Vehicle – Da Nang to Hoi An
  • Private Vehicle – Hoi An to Huế
  • Private Vehicle – Huế to Phong Nha
  • Basic Overnight Train (beds) – Phong Nha to Hanoi
  • Hạ Long Bay Junk Boat Trip – Hạ Long Bay
  • Private Vehicle – Hanoi to Hạ Long
  • Private Vehicle – Hạ Long Bay to Hanoi
  • Old Quarter Orientation Walk – Hanoi
• For additional departure airports/pricing, contact Weekender Breaks US at 1-800-769-8784.
• Airline & flight times determined at time of booking

Meals

• 1 Night in Ho Chi Minh City – Breakfast
• 1 Night in Nha Trang – Breakfast
• 2 Nights in Hoi An – Breakfast & Lunch
• 1 Night in Hue – Breakfast
• 1 Night in Phong Nha – Breakfast
• 1 Night in Hạ Long – Breakfast & Lunch
• 1 Night in Hanoi – Breakfast

Hotels (8 nights + 1 overnight flight + 3 overnight train)

• 1 night of accommodations at the Phan Anh Backpackers Hostel (or similar) in Ho Chi Minh City
• 1 night of accommodations at the Bondi Backpackers Nha Trang (or similar) in Nha Trang
• 2 nights of accommodations at the Dolphin Hostel Hoi An (or similar) in Hoi An with breakfast and lunch
• 1 night of accommodations at the DMZ Hostel Hue (or similar) in Hue with breakfast
• 1 night of accommodations at the Sai Gon Phong Nha Hotel (or similar) in Phong Nha with breakfast
• 1 night of accommodations at the Halong Centrica Hotel (or similar) in Hạ Long with breakfast and lunch
• 1 night of accommodations at the Anise Hotel Hanoi (or similar) in Hanoi with breakfast

Tour Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1 – Fly Overnight from the US to Ho Chi Minh City

• Depart from the US in the evening on an overnight flight.
• Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City the next day, meet your group and CEO, and explore the lively backpacker district.

Day 2 – Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City

• Arrive anytime and settle into Vietnam’s energetic southern capital.
• In the evening, meet your group and CEO, then explore the lively backpacker district together.
• Optional: Enjoy dinner or drinks on Pham Ngu Lao or Bui Vien Street.

Day 3 – Explore Ho Chi Minh City & Overnight Train to Nha Trang

• Take a morning orientation walk with your CEO.
• Explore markets, cafés, museums, or temples at your own pace.
• Board an overnight train to Nha Trang in the evening. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4 – Enjoy the Beaches of Nha Trang

• Wake up by the coast and enjoy a relaxing day.
• Visit local markets, unwind on the beach, or try a mud bath.
• Join your group in the evening for a street-food experience. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5 – Free Time in Nha Trang & Overnight Train to Da Nang

• Spend the morning relaxing, shopping, or strolling along the waterfront.
• Board an overnight train north to Da Nang tonight. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6 – Arrive in Da Nang & Transfer to Hoi An

• Travel from Da Nang to the charming town of Hoi An.
• Take an orientation walk through the beautifully preserved Old Town.
• Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.
• Evening: Head out with your group for a fun night along the riverside.

Day 7 – Discover Hoi An

• Spend a full day exploring Hoi An.
• Options include ancient sites, a cooking class, river walks, tailor shops, or relaxing at the beach.
• Lunch included today. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 – Travel to Huế

• Drive north to the imperial city of Huế.
• Explore the citadel, temples, tombs, or riverside cafés in the afternoon. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 9 – Morning in Huế & Transfer to Phong Nha

• Enjoy a relaxed morning in Huế.
• Drive into the scenic mountains of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park.
• Spend the evening in the peaceful countryside. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 10 – Explore Phong Nha & Overnight Train to Hanoi

• Discover the famous caves or explore local villages.
• Board an overnight train to Hanoi in the evening. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 11 – Arrive in Hanoi & Cruise Halong Bay

• Arrive in Hanoi and continue directly to Halong Bay.
• Board a traditional junk boat for a scenic cruise, visit limestone caves, and enjoy a seafood lunch.
• Spend the night on the mainland near the bay. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12 – Return to Hanoi & Explore the Old Quarter

• Drive back to Hanoi.
• Take an orientation walk through the Old Quarter.
• Spend the afternoon exploring cafés, markets, or museums.
• Enjoy a beer at lively Bia Hoi Corner. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 13 – Departure from Hanoi to US

• Transfer to Hanoi’s airport for your flight back to the US.
• Say goodbye to Vietnam and your fellow travelers, returning home with unforgettable memories.

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• Flying from any airport not listed here
• Extending your trip or traveling on dates not listed here
• The availability of your desired travel dates
• All travelers (age restrictions: 18 to 39) are required to purchase a voucher
• Booking optional tours and upgrades

Optional Tours & Upgrades

Optional Tours in Ho Chi Minh City

• Ben Thanh Market
• Cholon Visit
• Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour
• Dam Sen Water Park Visit
• Ho Chi Minh City Cyclo Tour

Optional Tours in Nha Trang

• Snorkelling
• Nha Trang Boat Tour and Snorkelling
• Mud Bath Visit

Optional Tours in Hoi An

• Tailor Shops
• Cua Dai Beach
• Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour
• Hoi An Bike and Boat Tour
• Thu Bon River Boat Trip
• Mỹ Sơn Excursion
• Hoi An Cooking Class

Optional Tours in Huế

• Imperial Citadel Tour
• Thien Mu Pagoda Visit
• Perfume River Cruise
• Royal Tombs Entry
• Cycling
• Hue Motorbike Tour
• Hue City Tour

Optional Tours in Phong Nha

• Caving in Phong Nha

Optional Tours in Ha Long

• Kayaking

Optional Tours in Hanoi

• Hoan Kiem Lake Walk
• Tran Quoc Pagoda Visit
• Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour
• Army Museum
• Vietnamese Women's Museum
• Hoa Lo Prison Entry
• Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu) Visit
• Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre Performance
• Fine Arts Museum
• Museum of Ethnology Visit