Vietnam Local Motorbike Adventure 9 days

Tour Code: DKIM03ZLE9ZR 

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Ho Chi Minh City - Hanoi - Mekong Delta - Hoi An - Halong Bay - Ninh Binh
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Duration

9 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi – Mekong Delta – Hoi An – Halong Bay – Ninh Binh

For enthusiasts of adventure, our 9-Day Vietnam Local Motorbike Adventure promises an unparalleled chance to discover the allure of breathtaking landscapes and encounter hospitable locals spanning from the northern to the southern regions of the country. Moreover, a night on our deluxe cruise awaits you as we navigate the scenic Halong Bay. Embark on a distinctive exploration of Vietnam!

Included/Excluded

  • * All accommodations (with Twin/Double rooms) while on tour
  • * Accommodation based on twin or double sharing room
  • * All transfers and road transport in modern, air-conditioned vehicles if specified in the program
  • * Meals as mentioned in the program. B-Breakfast, Br-Brunch, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
  • * Your tour guide is a professional, fully trained employee of Vietnam Tour Packages
  • * Entrance fees if specified in the program
  • * Airfares, Cruise, Train, Sleeper bus if specified in the program.
  • * Compulsory tips for tour guide and driver
  • * Meals not mentioned in the program
  • * Single Supplement. Early check-in and late check-out. Hotel/Room upgrade
  • * Drinks, personal expenses and any services not clearly mentioned in the program
  • * Surcharge for the festive seasons
  • * Applicable Government Taxes and other service charges.
  • * The tour cost does not include POE charges and passport charges.
  • * Porterage Facility

Itinerary

<span> Day 1</span> Ho Chi Minh city arrival

Afternoon

Our guide will meet you at the airport and then transport you to the centrally located hotel.

Check-in time is at 14:00. (If you wish to secure an early check-in, an additional charge will be incurred.)

Enjoy leisure time in Ho Chi Minh City.

There are several optional tours available for your consideration:

Half-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour

Indulge in a Luxury Dinner Cruise on the Saigon River

Explore Saigon's Nightlife on a Motorbike Tour.

Meals: NA
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Please locate Pole No.10 (Outside the Terminal gate) as the airport can be crowded. Contact your travel consultant if you have difficulty finding our representative.

<span> Day 2</span> Cu Chi Tunels Boat & Vespa City Tour

Morning

At approximately 7:00 AM, be collected from your hotel for a speedboat journey to the Cu Chi tunnels, providing a glimpse into local life along the river.

Delve into the extensive system of underground Cu Chi tunnels, exploring storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, living areas, command centers, and numerous intricate trap doors.

Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City via the elegant speedboat.
Afternoon

Around 1:00 PM, a chauffeur will fetch you on a meticulously restored vintage Vespa from Tan Cang pier.

Navigate the vibrant streets of Saigon like a local, discovering sites you might not find on your own.

Return to your hotel by 4:30 PM.
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Activities: - Speedboat excursion to Cu Chi tunnels

Explore the Cu Chi tunnels

City Vespa tour

<span> Day 3</span> Mekong Delta Discover Flight to Da Nang/ Hoi An

Morning

At 7:30 AM, commence the journey to Cai Be.

By 9:30 AM, explore Cai Be Catholic Church and Cao Dai Temple.

Observe local life both on land and in the water, immersing yourself in the surroundings.

Proceed to the orchid gardens to savor delicious fresh fruits and experience traditional "tai-tu music."

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant on Tan Phong Island.

Afternoon

Embark on a cycling excursion around the island, visiting traditional handicraft workshops producing handbags, rice papers, and more. Connect with local students in the village.

Take a ferry boat with local residents to traverse the Tien River.

Around 4:00 PM, return to Ho Chi Minh to catch a flight to Da Nang and complete check-in at a Hoi An hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: - Visit Cai Be Catholic Church and Cao Dai Temple

Explore Cai Be land and floating market

Participate in traditional handicraft workshops

Interact with local students in the village

<span> Day 4</span> Hoi An Food Tour by Motobike

Afternoon

At approximately 3:00 PM, the tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel for a delightful foodie tour, exploring the delectable cuisine of Hoi An.

Embark on a culinary journey, visiting a variety of establishments, from restaurants to charming alleys and local businesses. Indulge in the following Hoi An specialties:

Hoi An Beef Noodle Soup (Bun Bo)

Vietnamese coffee prepared in the local style

Banh My Madam Queen

Banh Khot

Balut, and more.

Explore Tra Que vegetable village, home to over 220 farmers cultivating a diverse array of 20 vegetables and herbs.

Conclude the evening at a local riverside restaurant, savoring a special dinner and partaking in the "Nhau" style of enjoying a unique beer.

Return to the hotel and enjoy free time to further explore the town.

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities: - Visit renowned local eateries

<span> Day 5</span> Hoi An Vespa Tour

Morning

At 8:00 AM, your designated chauffeur will collect you from your accommodation in Hoi An and facilitate your journey to the rendezvous point, where you will rendezvous with your designated group for the forthcoming tour.

Embark on our Vespa excursion, traversing well-trodden paths that wind through the rustic hinterlands, navigating along the riverbank to reach an Ancestral House, and paying a visit to a traditional boat builders' workshop.

Immerse yourself in the captivating panorama of rice paddocks and pastoral landscapes, making intermittent stops to partake in activities such as mat weaving, farming demonstrations, or the crafting of rice crackers and noodles.

Journey towards the coastal areas, navigating trails flanked by white sandy beaches and pine groves. Savor delectable snacks, relish organic drip coffee at a local village café, and gain insights into the delicate art of coffee roasting.

The subsequent destination is the summit of Cua Dai bridge, commanding awe-inspiring panoramic vistas of Hoi An.

Around noon, we reach trails enveloped by water coconut palm trees, where a delightful lunch awaits in an idyllic setting.

Anticipate your return to the hotel by approximately 1:00 PM.

Accommodation: Hoi An Hotel

<span> Day 6</span> Flight to Hanoi - Hanoi City Tour by Motorbike

Morning

Begin your day by taking a flight from Da Nang to Hanoi and proceed to the hotel located in the heart of the city to complete the check-in process.
Afternoon

Between 1:00 PM and 1:30 PM, your designated tour guide will pick you up to commence the Hanoi City Tour.

During the tour, you will explore:

Long Bien Bridge or Chuong Duong Bridge

Hanoi Opera House

Hoan Kiem Lake

St. Joseph's Cathedral

Hoa Lo Prison

West Lake

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Egg Coffee at Café Giang on Yen Phu Street, and savor a delightful dinner in the historic Hanoi Old Quarter.

Accommodation: Hanoi Hotel
Activities: - Motorbike city tour
Please note that the provided itinerary is subject to alterations based on the prevailing weather conditions and traffic on the day of the tour.

<span> Day 7</span> Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight on Cruise

Morning

Following your morning meal, at 8:00 AM, your designated driver will collect you from your lodgings and facilitate your transfer to Halong Bay, an acclaimed World Heritage site celebrated for its extraordinary natural allure.

Upon arrival, a cordial reception awaits you from the boat crew, where you will proceed to complete the check-in process. Subsequently, indulge in the delectable offerings of local seafood served onboard as the vessel gracefully navigates the bay.

Post-lunch and a brief respite, contingent on the cruise's specific itinerary, engage in various onboard activities such as cave exploration, kayaking, or a refreshing swim in the crystalline waters. Dedicate time to relaxation and partake in an evening repast onboard.

Retire for the night on the cruise.

Accommodation: Halong Cruise
Activities: - Exploration of caves

Kayaking
Swimming/Sunbathing
Please note that our tour guide will not accompany you on the cruise, as the crew members onboard are proficient in English and will provide assistance.

<span> Day 8</span> Halong Bay - Hanoi

Morning

Rise early at the break of dawn to partake in a Tai Chi session or relish the enchanting sunrise casting its hues over the captivating landscape of Halong Bay.

Subsequently, savor a delightful breakfast as the boat leisurely navigates amidst the awe-inspiring rock formations en route to the port.

Afternoon

Upon disembarking from the cruise, your awaiting driver will transport you to your designated hotel in Hanoi.

Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, providing you with the opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Hanoi.

Accommodation: Hanoi Hotel
Activities: - Tai Chi class

City exploration

<span> Day 9</span> Hanoi Departure

Morning

Enjoy a leisurely morning at your own pace.

Your accommodation remains at your disposal until noon.

Our chauffeur will facilitate your transfer to the airport for your departing flight. This concludes our services.

Meals: Not Applicable
Accommodation: Not Applicable

Durations

9 - 12 days

Languages

English

Regional Tours

Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City - Hanoi - Mekong Delta - Hoi An - Halong Bay - Ninh Binh
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