13 Days Trekking Journey Through Vietnam

Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or on request.

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Upon arrival in Saigon, you will be welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to rest and relax.

Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: B / L

Your guide will pick you up from the hotel after breakfast to begin the Saigon city tour. First, visit the Reunification Palace, the former residence of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Next, head to the Notre-Dame Cathedral, a beautiful example of French colonial architecture. You'll also visit the War Remnants Museum, which displays the history of the Vietnam War from the Vietnamese perspective. For lunch, your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you can taste some of the best local dishes. In the afternoon, visit the bustling Ben Thanh market, where you can shop for souvenirs and experience the local lifestyle.

Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll leave the hotel and head to the Dinh Mountain and its waterfalls, which are about a 3-hour drive from Saigon. The trekking trail will lead you through lush forests and streams, and the scenery will be stunning. The trek takes around 3-4 hours to complete. Afterward, you'll return to Saigon in the evening and have the rest of the day free to explore on your own.

Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: B / L

Today, after breakfast, you will depart for Da Lat, a charming town in the central highlands of Vietnam. On the way, you'll visit the Pongour Waterfall, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam, and trek in the Lang Bian Mountain. The trek takes about 3-4 hours and offers panoramic views of the area. Afterward, you'll arrive in Da Lat in the evening, and your guide will take you to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Da Lat.

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll leave Da Lat and head to Lak Lake, a beautiful lake surrounded by mountains and forests. Here, you'll visit a traditional M'nong village and learn about their unique culture and customs. Afterward, you'll drive to Cat Tien National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and home to many endangered species, including the wild gibbon. You'll stay overnight at a lodge in the park.

Overnight in Cat Tien National Park.

Meals: B / L

Today, after breakfast, you'll embark on a trek through the national park, accompanied by an experienced guide. The trek takes around 3-4 hours and offers a chance to see some of the park's wildlife. Afterward, you'll return to the lodge for lunch before driving to Nha Trang. On the way, stop at the Dam market, one of the largest markets in Nha Trang, to explore and shop. You'll arrive in Nha Trang in the evening and check-in to your hotel.

Overnight in Nha Trang.

Meals: B / L

Today, you'll explore the islands around Nha Trang by boat. Your guide will take you to Mieu Island, Tam Island, Mot Island, and Mun Island, where you can swim, snorkel, and relax on the beach. You'll enjoy a seafood lunch on one of the islands before returning to Nha Trang in the afternoon.

Overnight in Nha Trang.

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll transfer to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage town known for its well-preserved ancient buildings and its charming atmosphere. Once you arrive in Hoi An, you'll start a walking tour of the town with your guide, who will show you the most famous landmarks, such as the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation, and the Tan Ky House. You'll have some free time to explore on your own and to have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you'll join a cooking class where you'll learn how to make some traditional Vietnamese dishes. Afterward, you'll return to your hotel for the evening.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Flight: Domestic flight is on Indochina Tour's arrangement

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll transfer to the Da Nang airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll start a full-day city tour of Hanoi with your guide. First, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of the Vietnamese revolutionary leader. Next, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique structure built in the shape of a lotus flower. You'll also visit the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam. For lunch, your guide will take you to a local restaurant to taste some of the best local dishes. In the afternoon, visit the Old Quarter, where you can explore the narrow streets and traditional architecture. You'll end the day with a water puppet show, a unique art form that originated in the rice fields of northern Vietnam.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll drive to Ba Vi National Park, a stunning nature reserve about 60km west of Hanoi. Here, you'll embark on a trek through the park, accompanied by a local guide. The trek takes around 4-5 hours and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Afterward, you'll return to Hanoi for the evening.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B / L

After breakfast, you'll visit Bat Trang, a famous pottery village about 13 km outside of Hanoi. Here, you can see how pottery is made and purchase some handmade ceramics. Afterward, you'll visit Van Phuc, a silk weaving village where you can learn about the traditional techniques used to make silk products. In the afternoon, you'll return to Hanoi for the evening.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or on requests

Meals: B

Today is your last day in Vietnam. After breakfast, your guide will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

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