Experience Vietnam through an adventure-focused journey combining the dramatic landscapes of Ha Giang, the cultural character of Hanoi, the natural beauty of Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay, and the relaxed charm of Da Nang and Hoi An. Travel through mountain passes by motorbike, meet local ethnic communities, trek through scenic villages, explore caves and rivers, enjoy an overnight luxury cruise, and finish with time to discover Hoi An at your own pace.
DAY 1 | HANOI ARRIVAL | XIN CHAO VIETNAM
Arrival in Hanoi and a private airport welcome by your local guide. Transfer to hotel and check-in. Free time to rest or enjoy a first introduction to the city at your own pace.
Overnight: HANOI | Meals: -
DAY 2 | HANOI - HA GIANG
Transfer from Hanoi to Ha Giang – Arrival & Free Day
6:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Start the journey to Ha Giang by comfortable Limousine Bus.
12:30 PM: Arrive in Ha Giang City. Check-in at a hotel in Ha Giang City. The rest of the day is free time to relax, explore the surroundings or take a rest before the real adventure begins.
Overnight: HA GIANG | Meals: B/-/-
DAY 3 | HA GIANG CITY – YEN MINH – LUNG CU FLAG POINT – DONG VAN
Highlight: Heaven Gate - Bac Sum Pass - Tham Ma Pass - H’mong King Palace – Lung Cu Flag Point
8:30 AM: Meet your easy rider tour guide, prepare with knee/elbow pads and hop on the motorbike. We head off towards Bac Sum Pass, up to Heaven Gate.
11:30 AM: Lunch will be served at Yen Minh Town.
1:30 PM: We continue to drive through the picturesque Chin Khoanh Pass to Dong Van Town. Next, visit Hmong King’s Palace and Lung Cu Flagpoint (the northernmost point of Vietnam).
5:30 PM: Arrive to Epic Dong Van Hotel at the end of afternoon. Enjoy a local Vietnamese dinner and chat with the locals.
Overnight: DONG VAN | Meals: B/L/D
DAY 4 | DONG VAN TOWN – MA PI LENG - NHO QUE RIVER – DONG VAN TOWN
Highlight: Thien Huong Village – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Nho Que River – Dong Van Town
8:30 AM: After breakfast, begin the day by the new experience “Go to the Dong Van Market” (if it’s Sunday).
10:00 AM: Come to an Old village of the Tay and Dzay people for a hundred years named Thien Huong Village.
1:30 PM: Keep going to the Ma Pi Leng Pass, well known for its abrupt cliffs and breath-taking views. After that, head off to Nho Que river and enjoy a boat trip on emerald waters.
5:00 PM: Go back to Dong Van Town and spend the night in a hotel. You can explore the Ancient Town at night time.
Overnight: DONG VAN | Meals: B/L/D
DAY 5 | DONG VAN – MA PI LENG – MAU DUE – BAN AN – DU GIA VILLAGE
Highlights: Happy Road – Sky Path – Ban An Bamboo Raft – Waterfall in Du Gia – Homestay Party
8:40 AM: After breakfast, head to Dong Van Market (Sunday only).
10:00 AM: Continue to Ma Pi Leng Pass. Trek the Sky Path and take a panoramic view of Nho Que River. Pass through rustic villages of Meo Vac, Mau Due and Lung Ho.
2:00 PM: Arrive at Ban An stream and take a bamboo raft.
3:30 PM: Continue the ride to Du Gia. Spend a night at Cheers Lodge, in the middle of green rice fields. Enjoy a big party with home-cooked dinner by the local host family and try the “Happy Water” (Corn Wine).
Overnight: DU GIA VILLAGE | Meals: B/-/-
DAY 6 | DU GIA – LUNG TAM VILLAGE – QUAN BA – HA GIANG CITY – HANOI
Highlights: Morning waterfall swim – Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere – Lung Tam weaving village – Hagiang city
7:00 AM: Wake up early and head to the nearby waterfall for a refreshing swim.
8:30 AM: Enjoy breakfast, say goodbye to the host locals and head back to Ha Giang city.
10:30 AM: Visit Lung Tam, occupied by Hmong ethnic minorities skilled in textiles. Cross Quan Ba, have lunch, and see the Fairy mountain. Pass back by Bac Sum Pass to Ha Giang in the late afternoon.
4:00 PM: Get on Limousine bus back to Hanoi.
10:00 PM: Arrive to Ha Noi Old Quarter.
Overnight: HANOI | Meals: B/L/-
DAY 7 | HANOI CITY HIGHLIGHTS BY JEEP EXPERIENCES
Discover Hanoi through hidden streets, historical landmarks, and local neighborhoods.
(12:00 PM - 5:00 PM) Highlights include: French colonial architecture, Huu Tiep Lake & Flower Village, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Long Bien Bridge, Hanoi Train Street with traditional egg coffee.
Overnight: HANOI | Meals: B/L/D
DAY 8 | HANOI FREE DAY
Explore Hanoi at your own pace.
Suggested experiences: Train Street, Water Puppet Show, Dong Xuan Market.
Overnight: HANOI | Meals: B/-/-
DAY 9 | NINH BINH DAY TRIP: TRANG AN - HOA LU - MUA CAVE
8:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi and travel to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. Savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Experience a Trang An boat ride. Visit Mua Cave (Hang Múa) and climb to the summit. Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon around 6PM.
Overnight: HANOI | Meals: B/L/-
DAY 10 | HANOI - HALONG BAY OVERNIGHT LUXURY CRUISE
7:30 AM: Check out hotel & transfer to Tuan Chau Port – Lan Ha Bay. Arrive at Indochine Lounge, board the cruise. Enjoy buffet lunch, visit Dark & Bright Cave by kayaking or bamboo sampan. Swim and relax in the bay. Sunset cruise, cooking demonstration, and dinner onboard. Evening activities.
Overnight: LAN HA BAY | Meals: B/L/D
DAY 11 | CAT BA ISLAND – TUAN CHAU PORT – DANANG
Morning Tai Chi session and light breakfast. Visit Trung Trang Cave in Cat Ba Island. Return to the cruise, check out, and enjoy brunch. Transfer by speedboat back to Tuan Chau Port (Arrival around 11:00 AM). Transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Danang. Check in at the hotel.
Overnight: DANANG | Meals: B/L/-
DAY 12 | FREE DAY IN DANANG
Suggested experiences: My Khe Beach, Han Market, Dragon Bridge & Han River, Da Nang Coffee Culture, Son Tra Peninsula & Linh Ung Pagoda.
Overnight: DANANG | Meals: B/-/-
DAY 13 | DANANG - HOI AN
Experience a fun basket boat ride through the coconut forest at Cam Thanh Coconut Village. Explore Hoi An Ancient town on a walking tour, including the Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient houses, and lantern-lit streets. Enjoy a lantern boat ride on the Hoai River. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: HOI AN | Meals: B/-/D
DAY 14 | HOI AN CRAFT VILLAGES & COOKING CLASS
Explore Tra Que Organic Village, learn about local farming practices. Join a hands-on cooking experience with a local chef, prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes, and enjoy your creations for lunch along with local specialties. Return to the hotel.
Overnight: HOI AN | Meals: B/L/-
DAY 15 | HOI AN FREE DAY
Explore Hoi An at your own pace.
Suggestions activities: Tailor-Made Experience, Lantern Making Workshop, Local Café & Shopping.
Overnight: HOI AN | Meals: B/-/-
DAY 16 | DEPARTURE!
Today is your last day in Vietnam. Enjoy your time before check-out at hotel and transfer to the airport to fly back home. End of the trip.
Overnight: - | Meals: B/-/-
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