Vietnam: Historic Cities & Halong Bay Cruising
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Vietnam: Historic Cities & Halong Bay Cruising
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12 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore Vietnam on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Savour your way through Nha Trang on a street food crawl, step into turquoise-coloured paradise in Ha Long Bay, and get some good stories to take back home in bustling Hanoi.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles, Hoi An Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Ho Chi Minh City Your Foodie Moment: Nha Trang Street Food Crawl, Nha Trang Your Big Night Out Moment: Reminisce Riverside, Hoi An
- Street food crawl (Nha Trang)
- Halong Bay boat trip with lunch
- Orientation walks in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, and Hanoi
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotel (twin-share) (2 nts), hostels (multi-share) (6 nts), sleeper trains (3 nts).
- 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Transport
- Train, air-conditioned bus, walking, junk boat.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Explore the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City
- Relax on golden beaches
- Shop in quaint Hoi An
- Discover Hue's citadels and pagodas
- Float through magical Halong Bay
- Explore the magnificent caves of Phong Nha
Trip Details
12 days
Train, air-conditioned bus, walking, junk boat.
English
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
For your first night out, wander with your CEO and group through Pham Ngu Lao Street that's popping with many bars and backpackers. Pick the best looking spot to get to know your fellow travellers and cheers to new adventures!
Exclusive inclusions: 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.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Phan Anh Backpackers Hostel
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City/Nha Trang
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Use your free time as you want in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. Shop 'til your heart's content, immerse yourself in local culture, or just wander the streets to take in the city's unique vibe.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Transport - Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Day 3: Nha Trang
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Spend your free time in this scenic resort town any way you want – go for a spa treatment, cycle around the city or just kick back and relax on a white sand beach.Activity - Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!Accommodation - Bondi Backpackers Nha Trang
Day 4: Nha Trang/Da Nang
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Spend your free time in this seaside resort town any way you want – go for a spa treatment, cycle around the city or just kick back on a white sand beach.Transport - Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Day 5: Da Nang/Hoi An
From Danang, it is only a short drive to the picturesque port town of Hoi An. Once known as Faifo, it was an important trading town with strong south Chinese influence and connections.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Join your CEO on a stroll through the winding streets of Hoi An's Old Town and spot Chinese assembly halls, historic homes, and well-preserved pagodas along the way. (Entrance fee to Hoi An's Old Town is not included)Free_time - Get out and explore this beautiful city. Activity - Follow your CEO to the best riverside bar in Hoi An to celebrate new adventures with new friends. Grab a drink and reminisce about your favourite experiences thus far. Later, venture to the dance floor, take advantage of the drink specials, and make it a night to remember!Accommodation - Dolphin Hostel Hoi An
Day 6: Hoi An
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: 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 - Enjoy some free time in Hoi An any way you want. Check out the beach, take in some local culture or purchase some custom-made clothing from one of the talented tailors in town.Accommodation - Dolphin Hostel Hoi An
Day 7: Hoi An/Huế
Pre-book the "Hue Motorbike Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time to include this speedy activity on your tour.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Enjoy your free time in Hue any way you want. Shop, eat, wander or relax - whatever suits your fancy.Accommodation - DMZ Hostel
Day 8: Huế/Phong Nha
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Enjoy your free time in Hue any way you want. Shop, eat, wander or rest - whatever suits your fancy.Accommodation - Sai Gon Phong Nha Hotel
Day 9: Phong Nha/Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy your free day. We recommend visiting the region's famous caves!Transport - Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Day 10: Hanoi/Ha Long
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Come aboard a sailing junk to cruise past thousands of limestone islands and karsts that rise from the waters of Halong Bay. See the intricate caves and beauty of the islands up close. Enjoy a seafood lunch and a visit to one of the island’s caves before transferring to the mainland for our overnight stay. On rare occasion Halong Bay is closed to tourist vessels by the government authorities due to extreme weather conditions. Should this occur, an alternate activity will be provided.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Halong Centrica Hotel
Day 11: Ha Long/Hanoi
Interested in local cuisine? Opt to pre-book the "Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take an orientation walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter, a maze of streets, each one traditionally devoted to a different product or industry. Each street is named after the trade practiced on that street for several generations; it's an interesting glimpse into the life of a Hanoian in one of the oldest parts of town. Need a rest? Stop at Bia Hoi corner and pull up a plastic stool. Drink the local brew with the locals and make new friends. Free_time - Enjoy free time in the afternoon to wander through the city.Accommodation - Anise Hotel Hanoi
Day 12: Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1249
Duration: 12 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Now's the time to explore Vietnam on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Savour your way through Nha Trang on a street food crawl, step into turquoise-coloured paradise in Ha Long Bay, and get some good stories to take back home in bustling Hanoi.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 01 Apr 2026
Customer Reviews
12/28/2023
I got put in a group of 4 (including me) when the max is 18 and average is 12-14, I do not believe it is reasonable and honest to run tours of 4. Not an enjoyable ?group tour? experience.
12/28/2023
While I had a great time on my trip, I was expecting there to be a larger group. I understand that G Adventures will run a group as small as two people, but I was expecting a different experience when I booked my trip. I would have appreciated a notification ahead of the trip as I would have been able to join the group a day ahead.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/28/2023
I got put in a group of 4 (including me) when the max is 18 and average is 12-14, I do not believe it is reasonable and honest to run tours of 4. Not an enjoyable ?group tour? experience.
12/28/2023
While I had a great time on my trip, I was expecting there to be a larger group. I understand that G Adventures will run a group as small as two people, but I was expecting a different experience when I booked my trip. I would have appreciated a notification ahead of the trip as I would have been able to join the group a day ahead.
12/27/2024
Great tour leader
12/24/2023
The tour was well organized and gave ample time to explore each place along with meeting new friends along the way. Perfectly assisted by a well informative CEO along the way.
12/24/2023
The guide was great and he did such a good job but there was only 3 other people on my tour which wasn't the experience I was after, it was advertised as a group tour and party and I was only female.
12/22/2023
The group was too small and not overly friendly
12/31/2023
Beautiful country, excellent CEO, met some interesting people and did some fun activities.
12/31/2023
This was my 10th trip with G Adventures and every time has been a blast! Such a good way to experience a lot in a short amount of time
12/29/2023
I think it is really well organised and you get to see authentic Vietnam!
12/29/2023
Style of travel was reasonable good, however I think given the cost of the tour and how much extra we had to pay for activities, could of done it way cheaper.
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