Vietnam North to South
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Vietnam North to South

Street food, emerald bays & ancient towns from Hanoi to Saigon

Vietnam7 daysBudget-Friendly · ~$50/person/dayBalancedBest: Feb – Apr, Sep – Nov

Why We Recommend This Trip

Vietnam is a backpacker's dream and a foodie's paradise — incredible cuisine, dramatic landscapes, and warm hospitality at prices that stretch any budget.

Trip Highlights

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Hanoi Street Food Trail

Taste legendary pho, bun cha, and egg coffee in the buzzing Old Quarter alleyways.

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Ha Long Bay Cruise

Sail past thousands of limestone karsts on an overnight junk boat in the emerald bay.

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Hoi An Lantern Town

Wander the lantern-lit ancient streets, visit tailors, and join a cooking class.

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Saigon by Scooter

Zip through Ho Chi Minh City on a motorbike food tour through hidden street stalls.

Day-by-Day Overview

1

Arrival in Hanoi

Explore the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, and evening street food.

2

Hanoi Culture & Ha Long Bay

Morning at Temple of Literature, then travel to Ha Long Bay.

3

Ha Long Bay Cruise

Cruise the emerald karsts, kayak through caves, and junk boat overnight.

4

Fly to Hue & Imperial City

Morning tai chi on deck, fly to Hue, tour the Citadel.

5

Hai Van Pass to Hoi An

Drive the scenic coastal pass, arrive in the ancient trading port.

6

Hoi An Discovery

Cooking class, lantern-making workshop, tailor fittings, and riverside dining.

7

Fly to Saigon & Departure

War Remnants Museum, Ben Thanh Market, and departure.

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