Contiki - Vietnam Highlights (for 18-35 yr old) from Contiki

Highlights:

10 days | 1 country | 'In-Depth Explorer' travel style

Only US$200 deposit to book.
Pay in full 45 days before travel.

Vietnam Highlights is the perfect way for a taste of Vietnam’s best in a short amount of time. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi, relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang, hit Hoi An by bike & chill out in the amazing scenery of Hue. Later, sit back & discover the amazing limestone formations of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk boat as you indulge in Vietnam’s coolest spots.

- ACCOMMODATION: 9 nights: Guest houses and 3-star hotels are the name of the game, plus you'll get the chance to shack-up on an Chinese-style junk boat in Halong Bay. We like to keep it intrepid without compromising on comfort.

- TEAM: Don't worry, your experienced Trip Manager and English-speaking Local Guides will show you the ropes, not to mention all your new travel mates. Whether providing local knowledge or lols, our team members are people you can trust 100%.

- FOOD: 13 meals: Re-fuel with our hearty breakfasts, luscious lunches and delicious dinners, plus we'll also give you the opportunity to sample some of the best eats in the East. We'll get 12 of your meals, you get the rest. Taste it all - spicy street eats, the freshest fruit and delicious gourmet dining.

- NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS: We'll get all your transport, accommodation and most meals sorted, plus a plethora of activities. We'll take you on a 3-wheel cyclo ride in Hue's demilitarised zone, into the dark depths of the Cu Chi tunnels of Vietnam, plus a private boat cruise into the Luon Cave. Trust us, we know Vietnam.

- FREE TIME ADD-ONS: With Contiki, there's plenty of time to relax and do your own thing, but for travellers seeking a little extra, we've also got plenty activities to fill your ME Time. Whether you want to learn the secrets of authentic Vietnamese cuisine or kayak across Halong Bay, we've got your back.

- TRANSPORT: You'll be crossing the country like a boss, with flights and boat journeys included. For the rest of the trip, you'll be riding in style on our private Contiki coaches.

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Contiki - Vietnam Highlights (for 18-35 yr old)

From $1475 USD

Arrive Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City
Welcome to Ho Chi Minh city, formerly known as Saigon. This is one of Asia's most exhilarating cities, steeped in grand history and post-Vietnam war memories. This evening you'll meet your travel comrades and explore the Ben Thanh markets, offering the freshest traditional Bánh mì, Pho and Bia hơi. Oh yes, this is the right way to get the Vietnam party started.

Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang

Ho Chi Minh City
With some traditional R'n'R on our afternoon agenda, the morning can be used to put on our discovering boots. We'll dabble in history and religion before taking flight to a coastal town overlooking the South China Sea.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & Presidential Palace
- Visit to the War Remnants Museum
- Included flight to Nha Trang

Nha Trang
Golden sand beaches, turquoise oceans, water sports galore - this is Nha Trang. This afternoon why not book in for a mineral mud bath and hot thermal spring experience before heading out to dinner with your crew. Ah, the good life.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS
- Mud Bath Excursion US$17

Nha Trang

Good news - we're kicking it in Nha Trang for another night. Have a massage, sign up for the optional cruise, or just hang on the beach saving your energy for seaside bar fun as the sun sets.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- Enjoy this seaside resort town known for its gorgeous beaches and turquoise waters

FREE TIME ADD-ONS
- Cruise to offshore islands to swim and snorkel US$25.00

Nha Trang to Hoi An

Nha Trang
After a zippy flight north & a short coastal drive we find ourselves in a canal town overflowing with beauty and ancient history.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- Visit Hoi An's UNESCO listed Old Quarter & Japanese covered bridge
- Bike Ride
- Included flight to Hoi An

Hoi An
With Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and European influences, Hoi An has no shortage of charm and architectural interest. Bike riding through rice fields, roaming the old quarter & ordering custom made clothes at an artful tailor are just some of the activities that will colour our day. Tonight you can opt onto a Vietnamese cooking class, whipping up a storm of up to 4 traditional dishes.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS
- Vietnamese cooking class and dinner US$22.00

Hoi An

A short drive from Hoi An are the famous Marble Mountains, a collection of 5 peaks that represent the 5 Elements in Vietnamese folk lore – metal, wood, earth, fire and water. Our local guide would be delighted to take us on a tour through the Thuy Son caves and grottos which are home to some of the most beautiful and intricate stone carvings in the area. The Marble Mountains were also the hiding place of the US Forces during the Vietnam Conflict and even a military hospital! Hear about the history while taking in panoramic views and later, kick back at An Bang Beach before heading back to Hoi An for more Free Time Addons.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS
- Marble Mountain US$19.00

Hoi An to Hue

Hoi An
Though we'll have grown content with Hoi An life, this morning the show must go on. After all, the former imperial town of Hue has invited us over, and we'd be foolish to turn it down.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- See stunning scenery en route to Hue

Hue
Intricately decorated pavilions, lotus flower ponds, and colourful artworks mark our first sightseeing venture in Hue. Totally in awe of Tu Duc Mausoleum, we move on to the 7-story Thien Mu Pagoda & learn of the horrific history of the Hue Buddhist massacre as well as taking in a cyclo ride to see the city from a whole new angle.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- Cyclo ride to Hue's Imperial Citadel
- Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Imperial Citadel

FREE TIME ADD-ONS
- Group Photo at Hue’s Imperial Citadel US$9
- Hue Street Food Tour US$27.00

Hue to Hanoi

Hue
Today we fly out of Hue in the direction of Vietnam's time capsule capital. A trio of influences and filled with romance, 2-nights here will see us utterly smitten.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- Flight to Hanoi

Hanoi
With an epic fusion of French, Chinese & Vietnamese influence, you'll be nothing short of ecstatic as we check-in to our Hanoi hotel, right in the middle of the bustling Old Quarter. Our time will be spent weaving through a maze of 36 trading streets filled with colourful goods for sale, and unwinding in the walled gardens of the Temple of Literature. Later, we'll roam Parisian-style boulevards and maybe dine on a nom ngo sen lotus-stem salad, dau chien ron fried tofu & a few bia hoi beers.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- Visit the Temple of Literature

Hanoi to Halong Bay

Hanoi
After a Hanoi history 101 lesson we move on to Halong Bay where a night on a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site awaits.

Halong Bay
A drive through stunning scenery will evoke plenty of 'oh wow's, but it only gets better as we board our home for the night, a Chinese-style junk boat in Halong Bay. Feel the serenity kicking in immediately as we drift the limestone island seas of the Gulf of Tonkin. We will pass hidden lagoons, thick forests & dreamy grottos, & stop to explore the Sung Sot Caves. A fresh seafood dinner and sunset at our docking spot will polish off a wonderful day packed with No Regrets moments and simply unforgettable.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
- Overnight cruise in a traditional junk boat
- Swim and explore the lagoon

Halong Bay to Hanoi

Halong Bay
Today will be all about the leisurely vibes as we wake up to breakfast and a grotto swim - quite possibly being joined by some monkey shaped friends. Make the most of your time on the junk boat & kayak your way around Halong Bay - the views don't get much better than this.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS
- Kayaking on Halong Bay US$12

Hanoi
After cruising back to Hanoi we find ourselves enjoying our final night together on tour. Save the choir of tears for tomorrow - this evening is all about making the most of your free time and staying positive. The quirky world-famous water puppet performance in Red River Delta makes for the perfect send off, should you fancy opting for something a bit different.

Depart Hanoi

Hanoi
Enjoy one final breakfast with the squad this morning before the trip wraps up. Hug it out and make plans to reunite sometime soon - Latin America, perhaps?

Agency: Contiki

Contiki - Vietnam Highlights (for 18-35 yr old)

From $1475 USD

Agency: Contiki

Contiki - Vietnam Highlights (for 18-35 yr old)

From $1475 USD

Agency: Contiki