Vietnam Mountains & Bay Multi-Adventure Tour

Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Tony Vu

Tony is a graduate of Vietnam National University's College of Foreign Languages and has been an adventure travel guide for more than 15 years. He enjoys mountain biking, trekking, and kayaking, and sharing his knowledge of history, culture, ethnology, and sustainable tourism. He considers himself fortunate to meet so many new people and learn from different cultures-and looks forward to showing you his country!

To Kim Dat

Dat studied accounting in college, but has been a guide for almost 20 years. He speaks fluent English and French and loves to guide all sorts of trips, from city tours to mountain adventures. He also has special expertise in Vietnamese culture and geography. In his free time, Dat enjoys traveling, hanging out with friends, and trying the culinary specialties of different regions. He looks forward to sharing his passion for Vietnamese culture with you!

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Meet your guides in Danang and transfer to your hotel in historic Hoi An. Explore the atmospheric narrow streets of the city\'s UNESCO-listed old town and marvel at the mix of Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, and French architecture. Enjoy views from the famous Japanese Bridge, the Chinese Temple and Tan Ky trading house, and savor gastronomical delights on an evening street food tour. Try delicious Hoi An specialties, from white rose dumplings to green bean cakes, and wash it down with a traditional Vietnamese coffee. Expect warm welcomes on this immersive insider experience. Relax at your hotel tonight. 
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Accommodations

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Comfortable and authentic hotels in scenic locales — all carefully selected by our Asia experts — plus an overnight stay on a classic junk.

Almanity Hoi An Wellness Resort

Comfortable Hotel

Unwind at the Almanity Hoi An, an oasis in the heart of ancient Hoi An. The property is set around a stunning swimming pool and Zen garden, and its 138 rooms have an elegant, minimalist style. Revive body and mind with a massage or sauna at the My Chi Spa, and enjoy a drink at the Blue Bottle Bar. Savor the resort's homegrown organic fare at the onsite Four Plates Restaurant.

Eldora Hotel

Comfortable Hotel

Indulge in 4-star boutique luxury at the Eldora Hotel in the charming city of Hue. Its 81 well-appointed rooms are elegantly furnished with Renaissance elements and come with modern amenities. Take a dip in the indoor swimming pool and enjoy a refreshing drink on the sun terrace. Step outside and you'll be close to nearby attractions including the UNESCO-listed Citadel and Trang Tien Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel.

Movenpick Hotel Hanoi

Luxury Hotel

Bask in contemporary elegance at the upscale Movenpick Hotel in the heart of Hanoi. Its 154 rooms are comfortable, spacious, and well-appointed with modern amenities. Enjoy an innovative mix of Vietnamese flavors and international classics at the hotel's Mangosteen restaurant and unwind at the Lounge 83 bar. The hotel also features a Kinetic Gym and Wellness Studio.

Ninh Binh Hidden Charm Hotel & Resort

Comfortable Hotel

The excellent Ninh Binh Hidden Charm Hotel & Resort is ideally located for Ninh Binh exploration and river cruising. With friendly staff and comfortable, well-appointed rooms you'll enjoy a pleasant stay amidst scenic surroundings. Lounge in the hot tub or take a dip in the pool before enjoying a delicious meal at the hotel's restaurant.

Azalea Cruises – Lan Ha Bay

Comfortable Small Ship

Experience the wonders of Lan Ha Bay in deluxe style aboard an Azalea Cruises junk. Elegantly decorated with rich dark wood, this high-end hotel on water comes complete with the highest level of customer service, extremely comfortable cabins, and relaxing spaces both above and below deck. Be enchanted as you take an overnight river cruise of your dreams.

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