Adventure Real Vietnamese Food 12 days

Morning

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel.

Meet your tour guide outside the hotel and proceed to the next destination.

Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the final resting place of the Vietnamese Revolutionary leader and President Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Pass by the Temple of Literature, which preserves invaluable historical assets of the nation.

Enjoy lunch at a nearby local restaurant before returning to the hotel for a short rest.

Afternoon

Continue the journey to Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Hanoi Old Quarter along the way.

Return to your hotel to relax.

Evening

Around 6:00 pm: Our tour guide will pick you up for more street food tasting. Savor local delights such as Phở, Bánh Mì, Bánh cuốn, egg coffee, or local beer.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Activities: - Explore ancient monuments
Indulge in local cuisine
Sightseeing

Morning

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel and prepare for check-out.

Take a scenic transfer to the magnificent Halong Bay via the highway, which will take approximately 4 hours.

Around 12:00: Complete the check-in process for the cruise and embark on your Halong Bay journey.
Afternoon

Enjoy a delicious lunch served on board while cruising deeper into the bay.

Choose from activities such as swimming, kayaking to explore captivating caves, or simply relax and sunbathe on the sundeck.
Evening

Delight in a satisfying dinner while taking in the tranquil scenery.

Engage in board games or try your hand at squid fishing.

Accommodation: Halong Bay cruise
Activities: - Transfer to Halong Bay

Enjoy swimming/kayaking/sunbathing

Participate in board games/squid fishing

Please note that our guide will not accompany you during the cruise; instead, you will be assisted by the cruise staff, proficient in English.

Morning

Rise early at 6:00 am to savor your final morning amidst the stunning landscapes of Halong Bay with a rejuvenating Tai-chi session.

Disembark from the cruise and hop on a car for your return journey to Hanoi.
Afternoon

Upon reaching Hanoi, enjoy some leisure time for rest or indulge in light meals before your transfer to Hue.
Evening

Be greeted by our tour guide, who will escort you to the train station.

At around 7:25 pm, board the overnight train bound for Hue.

Accommodation: Overnight sleeper train
Activities: - Participate in a Tai-chi class

Engage in sightseeing

Undertake the journey to Hue

Most trains are equipped with a dining carriage offering simple meals, but feel free to gather some fresh bread, cheese, fruit, or your preferred snacks before departure.

Morning

Arrive in Hue at approximately 8:30 am.

Enjoy a light breakfast featuring the classic dish Bun Bo Hue.

Embark on a motorbike tour to explore the imperial monuments of the city.

Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, a renowned Buddhist monastery boasting a history of over 400 years.

Relish a plant-based Buddhist meal within the pagoda in the company of Buddhist monks.

Afternoon

Continue your exploration with a visit to the Royal Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, constructed for the Nguyen emperor Tu Duc.

Indulge in a light snack featuring Hue's signature foods such as banh hue (rice flour cakes stuffed with shrimp, pork, and spices), sweet soup (an intriguing combination of jelly and nuts), or nem lui (self-rolled meat sticks with vegetables and sauce).

Return to the hotel for check-in and unpacking.

Evening

Enjoy the freedom to embark on a self-planned culinary adventure.
NOTE: Seek guidance from your guide if you're unsure about where to visit.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Activities: - Explore historical monuments

Delight in local cuisine

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

Proceed to explore the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City, renowned for their historical significance and ancient remnants.

Travel southward by car, passing through the picturesque Hai Van Pass.

Take a break along the way to capture scenic photographs from the summit.

Afternoon

Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and leave your luggage.

Subsequently, you have the freedom to wander independently or unwind at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: - Transfer to Hoi An

Participate in a noodle-making demonstration

Visit a traditional tea house

Morning

8:00am: Indulge in a welcoming drink at Hai Café.

Take a minivan ride to Tra Que Organic Village, a brief journey lasting around 10 minutes.

Stroll through the market gardens, witnessing local farmers harvesting fresh saw-tooth coriander and Vietnamese mint for our cooking lesson.

Sample a special herbal drink at a local home before continuing.

Head to the local village market with a shopping list in hand to procure a variety of local ingredients.

Reach Red Bridge Cooking School and commence your class.

Collaborate with our Red Bridge Chef to acquire traditional methods of preparing and cooking Vietnamese dishes from scratch.

Post-class, sit down and savor the dishes you have prepared.

Enjoy a leisurely cruise (25 minutes) along the Hoi An River back to central Hoi An.

Optionally, bring your swimsuit for complimentary use of our 20-meter swimming pool after the cooking tour.

Menu: Beef Noodle Soup (Pho), Clay Pot Fish with Fresh Dill (Cha Ca), Lemongrass Shrimp grilled in Banana Leaves (Tom Nuong La Chuoi), Grilled Chicken and Banana Flower Salad (Goi Hoa Chuoi Ga Nuong).

Afternoon

3:30pm: Return to Hoi An.

Take a stroll in Hoian city to explore its long-standing architecture, including the Japanese Covered Bridge and Fujian Assembly Hall.

Visit a rustic food market and look for local items to purchase.

Conclude your walking tour with a refreshing tea at the Reaching Out Tea House, accompanied by a brief introduction to local tea leaves and a tea break with the host.

Evening

Personal free time for travelers to explore the town independently.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: - Visit Noi Rang market

Participate in a cooking class

Explore ancient architecture

Browse a rustic food market

Travelers have the entire day at their disposal to pursue their preferences. Hoi An offers a plethora of attractions, and if your plans are still undecided, here are some of our top recommendations:

Optional

Option 1: Explore Hue Countryside by Bicycle - Break away from the bustling city center by cycling to the serene countryside, where numerous traditional handicraft villages await.

Option 2: Full-Day Cooking Class at Thuy Bieu Eco-village - Embark on a genuine exploration of Hue off the beaten track, gaining a real-life experience of local living and enjoying homemade food during a leisurely boat trip.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: NA

Morning

Enjoy your morning meal at the hotel and prepare your belongings.

Board a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City, named after the esteemed leader of Vietnam.

Afternoon

Our knowledgeable guide will welcome you and accompany you to the hotel for check-in.
NOTE: The hotel's standard check-in time is 2:00 pm. If you wish to secure an early check-in, an additional charge will be applicable.

Take the opportunity to unwind at your hotel or explore the surrounding area.
Evening

Between 5:30 pm and 6:00 pm, our guide will pick you up for a Saigon nightlife adventure on a vintage Vespa tour.

Ride beyond District 1 by motorbike, unveiling areas seldom seen by most visitors, from the glow of red paper lanterns in Cho Lon to the breathtaking view of the Saigon River at night from Thu Thiem Bridge.

Experience the thrill of speeding down the newly constructed Saigon freeway and marvel at the splendid Bitexco Tower.

Pause in Chinatown, where you'll explore the largest outdoor market in Saigon and learn about the area's history.

Head to District 8, where a stop is made for some delightful food and drinks.

Move on to District 7, showcasing the city's most modern facets.

The final stop is in District 4 for a delectable dessert.

Local delicacies: "Banh Mi" (Vietnamese baguette sandwich), "Com Tam" (grilled pork chops on broken rice), and a vegetarian option - "Banh Khot Chay."

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Activities: - Historical landmarks

Local cuisine

Cooking class

Morning

Savor a delightful breakfast at the hotel.

At 8:00 am, embark on a shuttle transport to the Mekong Delta in the southwestern region of Vietnam.

Cruise along the river on a sampan, passing through water forests and floating markets.

Afternoon

Arrive at your homestay and meet your hosts.

Take a leisurely stroll and explore the traditional Vietnamese house with its home-grown gardens.

Unwind or lend a hand with dinner preparations.

Delight in a Southern Vietnamese feast amidst the lush garden surroundings.

Evening

Embrace the serenity of the rural landscape at night.

Accommodation: Homestay in the Mekong Delta
Activities: - Transfer to the Mekong Delta
Sampan boat ride

Morning

Wake up to the crisp and refreshing air surrounding you.

For those early risers, partake in a bicycle excursion with your homestay host to the neighboring village to procure breakfast supplies.

Delight in a satisfying breakfast before making your way back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Afternoon

Enjoy leisure time for the remainder of the day.

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Activities: - Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City

Morning

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.

Complete your packing and proceed to the airport by car.

This marks the conclusion of the 12-day journey. It has been our pleasure to accompany you, and we look forward to the possibility of welcoming you back in the near future for more adventures in Indochina.

Accommodation: NA
Activities: NA