Vietnam Mountains & Bay Multi-Adventure Tour

Welcome to Vietnam! Meet your guides at the Danang airport and transfer to your hotel in historic Hoi An. Spend the afternoon gliding along the Thu Bon River aboard a traditional wooden boat, the golden light playing on the water and the UNESCO-listed city coming to life as dusk falls. Disembark to experience a magical evening performance. Teh Dar fuses acrobatics, tribal music, and bamboo artistry, capturing the cultural spirit of Vietnam's indigenous people. After the show, stroll lantern-lit streets to a local restaurant and savor a flavorful feast of traditional dishes.

Cycle across the Thu Bon River and ride through serene rice fields and bamboo groves to reach a quiet village. Visit a Vietnamese family in their ancestral home and learn about their genealogy and traditions. Continue cycling on shady paths that meander through quiet villages and stop for a home-cooked lunch. Pedal back to Hoi An and explore its UNESCO-listed Old Town, where centuries-old Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, and French influences meet. Wander through storybook streets, enjoying ancient temples and monuments, then dive into a street food adventure, sampling white rose dumplings, green bean cakes, and rich Vietnamese coffee—an authentic Vietnamese experience and a delicious dinner.

Begin your day with a guided wildlife walk on the lush Son Tra Peninsula, a 6,400-acre nature reserve famed for its rich biodiversity, vibrant birdlife, and the critically endangered, red-shanked douc—the brilliantly colored, long-tailed primate that gives “Monkey Mountain” its nickname. Joined by a local naturalist, follow paths to the summit of Ban Co Peak (2,200'), where you're greeted with sweeping ocean views and moss-covered remnants of a former US radar base. Drive along the coastal curves of Hai Van Pass (1,627'), pausing for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing north to Hue. Check into your hotel and enjoy free time to relax or explore the imperial city at your own pace before dinner.

This morning explore the majestic Imperial Citadel of Hue, built in 1804 and perched along the Perfume River. Inspired by French military engineer Vauban, it originally encompassed the capital city (Kinh Thanh), the Imperial City (Hoang Thanh) and the Forbidden City (Cam Thanh). Though largely destroyed during the Vietnam War, parts have been restored allowing visitors to imagine its former glory. Next, visit an impressive private collection of ancient ceramic artifacts pulled from the Perfume River and other antique treasures at an enchanting garden house. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the city's history seen through its architecture, from French colonial schools to an Art Deco hotel, and a museum showcasing the work of a celebrated Hue artist. Sip a coffee and feel the buzz of the city before preparing for your evening flight to Hanoi. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel.

Savor the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with a chef-led cooking class. First stop is the local market, where you'll meet your chef and wander the stalls in search of the freshest ingredients. With the shopping done, you'll be ready to head to your chef's kitchen and learn how to cook several traditional Vietnamese dishes. Wrap up your epicurean adventure by eating your tasty lunch! Bid farewell to your chef and host before returning to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided visit to Ba Dinh square, center of the impressive Ho Chi Minh complex. See the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Museum, One-Pillar Pagoda, and Presidential Palace. Then go back in time on a rickshaw ride through the bustling Old Quarter, where artisans have sold their crafts for over 500 years!

Take a morning bike ride through the sublime countryside of Ninh Binh, where limestone karsts rise above golden rice fields and narrow paths wind past lotus ponds and ancient temples. Pass water buffalo grazing lazily and locals tending crops, soaking in the scenery. Visit a local family for a home-cooked lunch and immersive insight into life in rural Vietnam. In the afternoon, step aboard a traditional sampan for a paddle-propelled ride through Tam Coc, listed by UNESCO for its spectacular landscape of dramatic karst towers, hidden caves, and lush rice paddies. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

Start the day with a journey to Hai Phong, where you'll embark on an epic cruise of must-see Lan Ha Bay, part of UNESCO-listed Halong Bay. This world-famous bay is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam, with its giant rock islets covered in lush green vegetation. Experience it up close with a magical night aboard a traditional comfortable cruiser. Dine on freshly caught seafood and let the motion of the bay rock you to sleep in your well-appointed cabin.

Wake on the aquamarine waters of Lan Ha Bay. Today, choose to start your morning with a sunrise tai chi lesson on the sundeck or sleep in. After breakfast, opt for paddling the calm waters of the bay by kayak, gliding by scenic limestone landscapes of Ao Ech, or relax onboard and enjoy the scenery. Cruise back to Hai Phong, then transfer to Hanoi. The afternoon is free to explore on your own before gathering for a festive farewell dinner in the evening.

After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to Noi Bai airport for your departure flight.