Vietnam Adventure: Hoi An, Beaches & Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Adventure: Hoi An, Beaches & Ho Chi Minh City
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Vietnam Adventure: Hoi An, Beaches & Ho Chi Minh City
7 Days Starting in Hoi An, Vietnam and ending in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Visiting: Hoi An, Qui Nhon, Gành Đá Dĩa, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City
Tour operator:
Tour code:
25774
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 24
Age range:
18-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable Vietnam Adventure, exploring the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City. Begin your journey with a unique Oodles of Noodles cooking class in Hoi An, then capture breathtaking views at Gành Ðá Dia, Vietnam's own Giant's Causeway. Relax on the pristine beaches of Qui Nhon and Nha Trang, and delve into history at the ancient Cham Temples. Experience the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City with a traditional Pho breakfast and a lively walking tour. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife with a karaoke night, and travel in comfort with a mix of private vehicles and overnight sleeper trains. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, relaxation, and adventure, making it an ideal getaway for those seeking to explore the heart of Vietnam.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Hoi An
Location: Hoi An
Accommodation Name: Hostelworld Bed Station Hostel & Pool Bar Hoi An
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at any time, and choose to kick back at the hostel, or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Later, tuck in for a welcome dinner at one of the stylish restaurants in the ancient town of Hoi An. Hop out of your comfort zone and try Nem Rán, Gỏi Đu Đủ Bò Khô, or how about Cao Lầu; you'll find all the local favourites here.
Additional Information: The welcome moment begins at 17:00. Please ensure you arrive at the joining hotel by then to ensure you do not miss the meeting.
ACTIVITY: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2: Hoi An/Qui Nhon
Location: Hoi An
Accommodation Name: overnight sleeper train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Ready for some noodles? Then let's dig in! Start the day with a cooking class at the G Adventures–supported Oodles of Noodles training school, enjoying your creations for lunch. Afterwards, you're free to do as much (or as little) as you choose. Feeling fancy? Get fitted for a custom suit. Creative? Learn to make Vietnamese lanterns. Thirsty? pull up a stool at one of the many river-side bars and cafes. Later, it's all-aboard for the overnight train heading south. Settle into your sleeper cabin and catch some zzzzz's.Additional Information: On the overnight train we use 4 x birth soft sleeper - Each soft sleeping-car has a corridor running down one side with seven 4-berth compartments opening off it, each of which can be securely locked from the inside. Each compartment has 4 berths, two upper and two lower. Each berth has an individual reading light and is supplied with pillow, sheet and duvet. By day you simply sit on the lower berths. You keep all your bags with you, there is luggage space beneath the bottom bunks and in the large recess above the compartment door. Compartments may be mixed gender.ACTIVITY: Try some of the oodles of noodles (more than 26 types!) available in the city in this tasty cooking class. Run by our G for Good partners, STREETS International, this class was developed exclusively for G Adventures. Former street youth that are part of this hospitality training program, will help you prepare and cook a number of different types of noodles. This program helps these youth practice their English, increasing their skill-set and opportunities available to them in the tourism industry. Enjoy your yummy creations while learning more about the local cuisine and this initiative which empowers street youth through skills and employment training.FREE TIME: AFTERNOON Your afternoon is free to relax, explore or try optional activities like making traditional lanterns, and visiting the ruins of My Son. Your CEO has lots of ideas if you need them.TRANSPORT: Stretch out and get some well-earned rest en route to the next stop.
Day 3: Qui Nhon
Location: Qui Nhon
Accommodation Name: 5 Elements Hostel, Qui Nhon
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Jump off the train and head to Thap Doi to explore the imposing Cham temples. Hungry? You'll stop by Eoi Gio for a local breakfast and walk along the gorgeous coastline. OK, enough is enough, are you ready to hit the beach? Of course you are! With it's white sand and crystal blue water, Ky Co beach is exactly where you want to be. This remote spot is perfect to spend a chill afternoon or grab a snorkel to spot pristine corals and colourful fish. Speaking of fish, later you'll visit one of Qui Nhon's best seafood restaurants for dinner. Try local favourites like Bun thit nuong, Banh Xeo, and banh beo chen–you'll be bursting after this awesome feast!
ACTIVITY: The Quy Nhon province has the highest number of Champaera ruins in Vietnam. The Cham temples were built in the 11th century by Champa rulers and you will visit the ruins of Thap Doi towers. These ancient sandstone structures have very similar characteristics as the Angkor complex in Cambodia.
ACTIVITY: Take a walk to explore the beautiful Eo Gió (translated as “Windy Waist”) coastline. Admire the jagged cliffs, hidden caves, and deep blue water as it smashes into the massive rocks. Swimming is not allowed, but you can cool off your feet in the rushing waves and keep your eyes open for fish and marine wildlife.
ACTIVITY: Visit beautiful Ky Co beach (Bãi Kỳ Co) considered one of the best beaches in Vietnam (known as the “Maldives of Vietnam”). Walk along the white sand and dive in to the crystal-clear blue water. Choose to do some snorkelling where you can view massive corals and colourful fish.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 4: Qui Nhon/Nha Trang
Location: Gành Đá Dĩa, Nha Trang
Accommodation Name: Bondi Backpackers Nha Trang
Meals Included: Breakfast
Settle in to your private ride for a bit of a drive today. Catch up on your feeds, take a nap but get ready for a gorgeous stop along the way. Gành Đá Dĩa, known as the Giant’s Causeway of Vietnam offers amazing views and angles for your pics–snap away! Next stop is the Mud Baths in the resort city of Nha Trang. Climb into the mud and mineral pools and soak away. The evening is then yours–ready to party? There are a gazillion options and your CEO will suggest the best of the best nightclubs and beach bars for your enjoyment. Really hope you had a nap on the bus.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Stop at Gành Đá Dĩa, known as the "Giant’s Causeway of Vietnam." This unique landscape is a result of volcanic activity millions of years ago where lava flows reached the sea, solidified and cracks formed the stunning basalt columns. Erosion over thousands of years did the rest, creating unique shapes and forms seen today.
ACTIVITY: Take a relaxing dip in the therapeutic mud baths of Nha Trang. Thought to possess healing properties, the mud baths are the perfect place to unwind.
Day 5: Nha Trang/Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: overnight sleeper train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Freedom! The day is yours to enjoy Nha Trang's many beach options. Find a spot and stretch out on your towel to catch some rays and play in the surf. Stroll the extensive promenade for shopping, bars and fun. Why not channel your inner child at the waterpark or jump on a boat for a snorkelling tour–the choice is yours! Tonight brush off the sand and hop back on the train for your overnight journey back to the big city.
Additional Information: On the overnight train we use 4 x birth soft sleeper - Each soft sleeping-car has a corridor running down one side with seven 4-berth compartments opening off it, each of which can be securely locked from the inside. Each compartment has 4 berths, two upper and two lower. Each berth has an individual reading light and is supplied with pillow, sheet and duvet. By day you simply sit on the lower berths. You keep all your bags with you, there is luggage space beneath the bottom bunks and in the large recess above the compartment door. Compartments may be mixed gender.
FREE TIME: Enjoy a full free day in Nha Trang. Choose to hit the beach, go snorkelling, or visit local shops, beach bars and markets.
TRANSPORT: Stretch out and get some well-earned rest en route to the next stop.
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: Phan Anh Backpacker
Meals Included: Breakfast
Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City–this thriving metropolis will not disappoint! Head out on a walking tour visiting bustling Ben Thanh market, Reunification Palace and the French quarter. Hungry? Your CEO will order up HCMC's most famous dish; pho–the breakfast of champions. After slurping up your noodles, you are free–why not hop on a cyclo or motorbike tour, visit the infamous Cu Chi tunnels or head back to the hostel to relax. Whatever you do, don't forget to warm up your vocal cords and throw on your most outrageous frock because it's time for karaoke. You'll have a farewell party like no other in one of the city's top sing-along bars. Neon lights, blaring tunes and roaring crowds will entice you to the stage. Get ready–you're next. Own it!
ACTIVITY: Walk to the bustling Ben Thanh Market, filled with everyday goods, handicrafts, clothing, souvenirs, and lively hawkers trying to win over a customer. Continue to the Reunification Palace and learn about the power struggle between Vietnam's North and South regions. Continue to the French Quarter and admire its colonial architecture. See the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Central Post Office, City Hall and the Opera House, before ending the tour at the quirky Cafe Apartments.
ACTIVITY: Wander this bustling market for more insight into Ho Chi Minh City. Pick up souvenirs, sample local cuisine, and experience local living. Learn a little history along the way; Ben Thanh started as a cluster of street vendors selling wares by the Saigon River, and was formalized into a true market in 1859.
FREE TIME: AFTERNOON The afternoon is yours, get out and explore this bustling city.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a night out at one of Ho Chi Minh Citys' most popular karaoke bars!
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say goodbye to your Roamies and depart at any time, or keep the adventure going by heading through the Mekong delta into Cambodia on the next leg of this epic adventure.
ACTIVITY: Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hostels (4 nts), overnight sleeper train (2 nt). -
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners -
G for Good Moment
Experience the Oodles of Noodles cooking class in Hoi An.
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Welcome Moment
Meet your CEO and group for a welcome dinner in Hoi An.
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Wellness Moment
Enjoy a mud bath visit in Nha Trang.
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Thap Doi Cham Temples Visit
Explore the Thap Doi Cham Temples.
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Eoi Gio Coastal Walk
Take a scenic walk along the Eoi Gio coastline.
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Beach Time
Relax at the beaches of Qui Nhon and Nha Trang.
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Visit Gành Ðá Dia
Discover the unique landscape of Gành Ðá Dia.
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Ho Chi Minh City Walking Tour
Explore Ho Chi Minh City including Ben Thanh Market.
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Karaoke Night
Enjoy a fun karaoke night.
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Transport
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping and gratuities are not included.
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International Travel
International travel to and from Vietnam is not included.
Accommodation
Stay in vibrant hostels for 4 nights and experience the unique charm of overnight sleeper trains for 2 nights, offering a mix of comfort and adventure throughout your journey.
Transport
Private vehicle, train, walking.
Meals Included
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Group Size
Max 24, Avg 16.
Meals
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Included breakfasts will usually be asian style consisting of noodles or congee (rice porridge) or bread and eggs. Vegetarians will be able to find a range of different foods, although in some areas the choice maybe limited. While trekking in remote regions food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Solo Travellers
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a combination of private vehicles, trains, and walking, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey between destinations and activities.
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.
Local Dress
In Asia the dress standard is more conservative than it is back home. When packing try to pick loose, lightweight, long clothing that will keep you cool in the usually hot and humid climate of Asian summers. In predominately Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim countries we ask that you dress respectfully and avoid very short shorts/skirts and singlets/tanktops when visiting temples, mosques or other holy sites.
Important Notes
1. COMBO TRIP
Please note that this tour combines with other Roamies tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together on Roamies, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another tour, after your trip concludes.
2. ACCOMMODATION
In some major cities in Vietnam, many hotel rooms do not have windows.
Group Leader
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEO). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
About Accommodation
Accommodation will be primarily in multi-share hostels (typically 6-8 people per room), with a choice of mixed gender and female-only dorms as well as available upgrades to twin-share rooms (same gender).
Some rooming exceptions may apply due to the unique nature of the itineraries and of the hostels themselves, which have been specifically chosen to give local flavour to your trip. Please see the full itinerary description and the Rooming Exception section below for specific exceptions to the rooming that may apply to this tour.
What to Take
What you need to bring depends on the trip you have chosen and the countries or regions you are planning to visit. We suggest that you pack as lightly as possible as your are expected to carry your own luggage. As a rule we try not to have to walk more than 15-20 minutes with your bags which is why we recommend keeping the weight of your bags between 10-15kg/22-30lb. Suitcases are not recommended for G Adventures trips! Most travellers carry a backpack or rolling bag of small to medium size (no XXL ones please!) as they need to fit under the beds when travelling on sleeper trains. You will also need a day pack/bag to carry water, cameras and other electronics like ipods and mobile phones. If your trip involves overnights in homestays, villages or camping then you usually have the opportunity to rent sleeping bags if need be instead of bringing them with you.
Spending Money
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in vibrant hostels for 4 nights and experience the unique charm of overnight sleeper trains for 2 nights, offering a mix of comfort and adventure throughout your journey.
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What is the transportation like during the tour?
The tour includes a combination of private vehicles, trains, and walking, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey between destinations and activities.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as a cooking class at the Oodles of Noodles training school, exploring Cham temples, a coastal walk along Eoi Gio, relaxing at beaches, visiting Gành Đá Dĩa, a walking tour in Ho Chi Minh City, and a karaoke night.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners. Meals are generally not included when there is a choice of eating options to give you maximum flexibility.
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What is the minimum age requirement for this tour?
The minimum age requirement for this trip is 18 years.
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Is there a group leader during the tour?
Yes, all G Adventures group trips are accompanied by a Chief Experience Officer (CEO) who will provide information, offer suggestions, and help you have the best trip possible.
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What should I pack for the tour?
It is recommended to pack lightly, with a backpack or rolling bag of small to medium size. You will also need a day pack to carry water, cameras, and other electronics. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is suggested for the hot and humid climate.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
G Adventures was established in 1990
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Most of our trips do not have a single supplement. This means that the accommodation is on a twin share basis and, if travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another G Adventures traveller of the same sex. Some tours have an optional single supplement. An optional service that may be available is called "My Own Room". This service allows solo travellers to request their own room.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It's extremely difficult if not impossible to join a tour after it has begun. It is possible to leave a tour early however you will be responsible for your own arrangements from the moment you decide to leave the tour. You would also be responsible for all costs associated with joining a tour late or leaving one early. If you feel this may be necessary, please consult us before you book.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
https://www.gadventures.com/about-us/core-values/
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of g adventures charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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