VIETNAM HIGHLIGHTS
The one that explores
Vietnam’s vibrant nightlife, secret gardens & fresh cuisine
Indulge in all of Vietnam’s coolest spots in just 10 days. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi. Relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang. Hit Hoi An by bike. Or explore the lush landscape of Ninh Binh on a legendary army jeep. It’s vibrant. It’s tropical. It’ll leave you with unforgettable memories.
Indulge in all of Vietnam’s coolest spots in just 10 days. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi. Relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang. Hit Hoi An by bike. Or explore the lush landscape of Ninh Binh on a legendary army jeep. It’s vibrant. It’s tropical. It’ll leave you with unforgettable memories.
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Tick off all of the landmarks on your bucket list – Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office and the Presidential Palace. Visit and learn at the Temple of Literature, dedicated to ancient philosopher Confucius and known as‘Vietnam’s first university’. The powdery sand and turquoise waters of Ti Top Island will bless you with Island vibes.
Ho Chi Minh City
Hoi An
Halong Bay
10 Days Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City
Welcome to Ho Chi Minh city, formerly known as Saigon. This is one of Asia’s most exhilarating cities, steeped in grand history and post-Vietnam war memories.
This evening you’ll meet your travel comrades and explore the Ben Thanh markets, offering the freshest traditional Bánh mì, Pho and Bia hơi. Oh yes, this is the right way to get the Vietnam trip started.
Ho Chi Minh City
With some traditional R’n’R on our afternoon agenda, the morning can be used to put on our discovering boots. We’ll dabble in history and religion before taking flight to a coastal town overlooking the South China Sea.
Nha Trang
Golden sand beaches, turquoise waters and a bustling night life – this is Nha Trang. This afternoon why not book in for a mineral mud bath and hot thermal spring experience before heading out to dinner with your crew. Ah, the good life.
Included Experiences:
Ho Chi Minh Sightseeing Highlights
Tick off all of the landmarks on your bucket list – Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office and the Presidential Palace.
Pay Respects at the War Remnants Museum
A meaningful reminder of the atrocities of the Vietnam War and its impact on local people and wildlife.
Fly to Nha Trang
Passports at the ready folks.
Nha Trang
Good news – we’re kicking it in Nha Trang for another night. Have a massage, sign up for the optional cruise, or just hang on the beach saving your energy for seaside bar fun as the sun sets.
Overnight Train to Hoi An
Tonight, we’ll head north via our comfy overnight train – where you’ll wake up in our next destination and ready to explore it all.
Optional Experiences:
Cruise & Swimming Day Trip
This cruise is the perfect way to explore some of the South China Sea and get a good look at Nha Trang and the surrounding islands from the water. Try some snorkelling, jump off the boat into the water or catch some sun on the deck, relax and hang out with your group.
Adult: 840,000.00 VND
Mud Bath & Hot Springs Experience
Relax with a warm mineral mud bath and hot spring experience in Vietnam’s resort town of Nha Trang, which are said to have medicinal and cosmetic qualities. Afterwards, enjoy the heated mineral pools and high pressure water messages.
Adult: 680,000.00 VND
Overnight Train to Hoi An
Time to rise and shine. After travelling North overnight, you’ll be waking up in stunning Hoi An.
Hoi An
With Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and European influences, Hoi An has no shortage of charm and architectural interest. Bike riding through the vibrant town, visiting an ancient house & ordering custom-made clothes at an artful tailor are just some of the activities that will colour our day. Tonight you can opt onto a Vietnamese cooking class, whipping up a storm of up to 4 traditional dishes.
Included Experience:
Guided Cycling: Hoi An Ancient Town
This 15th century port and UNESCO site is best explored on two wheels with a local expert. Don’t forget your Go-Pro!
Optional Experience:
Tasty Vietnamese Cooking Class
With the guidance of a local master chef, learn to cook delicious street food favourites (like spring rolls) & popular Vietnamese family dishes in an old French-style colonial building. Situated in the centre of Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage listed Ancient Town. You’ll also get a recipe list so you can keep up your new cooking skills & recipes back home.
Adult: 720,000.00 VND
Hoi An
Morning travellers! The day is all yours. Poke around in galleries & market stalls (the best shopping spots in Vietnam in our opinion) and devour all of the delectable treats on offer. And for a dose of culture, you could ride on one of Vietnam’s very own Bamboo Basket Boats (Yes, the ones that you’ve probably seen on Instagram). And to top it all off, we’ll grab some fresh coconut water straight from the tree to your tummy.
Optional Experience:
Ride the Hand-Made Bamboo Basket Boats
Float (and spin) through the serene Bay Mau Coconut Forest of Vietnam in one of the traditional Bamboo Basket Boats. Sing on the boat. Catch some crabs. Nothing beats a good boating experience.
Adult: 680,000.00 VND
Hoi An
Leaving Hoi An will be sad. But we’re heading to Hanoi, so there’s hardly an excuse to not be excited. We’ll grab a quick breakfast and head to Da Nang…
Da Nang
Fasten your seatbelts, folks. We’ll catch our internal flight to Hanoi from this quaint coastal town.
Hanoi
Welcome to the city where all the bustling magic happens! We bet you’re starving from all that travel. That’s why we’ll head straight to the KOTO restaurant – a unique dining experience that supports disadvantaged youth in Vietnam. And with our tummies happy and full, we’ll visit the Temple of Literature (AKA Vietnam’s first-ever university.) But the sight-seeing doesn’t end there. It’s time to make our way to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, dedicated to a Vietnamese revolutionary leader. In the evening, you’re free to explore the capital however you like.
Included Experiences:
Included Flight Da Nang to Hanoi
Next stop, Hanoi. But before we hit the streets, it’s time to hit the sky one more time.
Get a Unique Dining Experience at KOTO Restaurant MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
Gorge on a delicious, high-quality meal crafted by trainees looking to fine-tune their hospitality skills. The KOTO Community provides guidance, training and career prospects to the underprivileged young people of Vietnam.
Learn at the Temple of Literature
Listen up culture-lovers. This shrine – dedicated to ancient philosopher Confucius – is known as ‘Vietnam’s first university’.
See the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Take a look at the resting place of Vietnamese revolutionary leader and President Ho Chi Minh. This is where he, along with his party, declared the independence of Vietnam.
Hanoi
Next up, we’re heading to the epicentre of Vietnam’s show-stopping natural beauty.
Ninh Binh
Do you see them? Those lovely landscapes are all yours to admire and explore today. Get inside Vietnam’s legendary army jeep, or a vintage Vespa (if that’s your vibe) and let’s get going. Spend the day cherishing the crisp air and clear blue water. And if you love bird-watching, make sure to have your binoculars ready at all times.
Optional Experience:
Tour Ninh Binh in the Legendary Vietnamese Army Jeep
Scrape through the landscapes of Ninh Binh on the Vietnam Army UAZ469 Jeep – a significant car used during the Vietnam war.
Adult: 700,000.00 VND
Ninh Binh
Up and about at the crack of dawn today! We’re climbing up 500 steps to the top of the Mua Cave to witness an incredible sunrise over the valley. (You certainly don’t wanna forget your camera for this one).
Halong Bay
A drive through stunning scenery will evoke plenty of ‘oh wow’s’, but it only gets better as we board our home for the night, a Chinese-style junk boat in Halong Bay. Feel the serenity kicking in immediately as we drift the limestone island seas of the Gulf of Tonkin. We’ll pass hidden lagoons, thick forests & dreamy grottos and also chill atop the Ti Top Island. A fresh seafood dinner and sunset at our docking spot will polish off a wonderful day packed with unforgettable moments and experiences.
Included Experiences:
Catch a Serene Sunrise at the Mua Cave
Cool tropical breeze. Lush-green landscapes. And an unforgettable view of the sunrise over the shimmery silhouette.
Chill at Ti Top Island
Grab your new BFFs and hang out in this mini paradise. The powdery sand and turquoise waters will bless you with #islandvibes
Stay on a Junk Boat
The best way to drift off into dreamy sleep? Drifting along the Gulf of Tonkin in a traditional Chinese-style Junk Boat, of course!
Optional Experiences
Kayaking on Halong Bay
Cruise through caves, glide along the glass-like waters & maybe even stop at a secluded beach to explore. No strenuous Olympic level activity here, just you, your guide, & the serenity of the bay. Excursions last for about one hour.
Adult: 320,000.00 VND
Halong Bay
Today will be all about the leisurely vibes as we wake up to breakfast with a quick stop to explore the Sung Sot Caves. Make the most of your time on the junk boat – the views don’t get much better than this.
Hanoi
After heading back to Hanoi we find ourselves enjoying our final night together on tour. Save the choir of tears for tomorrow – this evening is all about making the most of your free time and staying positive so why not join us for one last family dinner and then onto Ta Hien to dance the night away.
Included Experience:
Stroll around the Sung Sot Caves
Yet another work of art from Mother Nature. These huge underground caves are made for exploring. But can you spot the ‘mammoth’?
Hanoi
Enjoy one final breakfast with the squad this morning before this epic Vietnam trip wraps up. Hug it out and make plans to reunite sometime soon – Latin America, perhaps?
| Package price per person in MYR |
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| Booking and Travel Period | Min.1 – person | Min.4 – person & above | ||
| 13 August – 22 August 2024 15 October – 24 October 2024 |
From MYR 6,628 (NP: MYR 8,482) |
From MYR 6,408 (NP: MYR 8,482) |
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| 27 August – 5 September 2024 | From MYR 7,686 (NP: MYR 8,482) |
From MYR 7,583 (NP: MYR 8,482) |
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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- Accommodation: 7-night Hotel, 1-night overnight train, 1-night special stay
- 9-breakfast, 3-lunch and 1-dinner
- On-ground transportation by private coach, internal flight, junk boat
- Included experiences: Ho Chi Minh sightseeing, War Remnants Museum, Cycling tour in Hoi An, Temple of Literature and Ti Top Island
- An expert trip manager and local guides
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Return air ticket to destination
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses
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