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11-Day Vietnam Explorer: History, Trekking & Hidden Gems (Ninh Binh, Sapa, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh Group Tour)

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From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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Plan your adventure:
Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 20
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Hanoi

    Hanoi
    Start point
    Hanoi, Vietnam (Noi Bai International Airport Pick Up , Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Huyện Sóc Sơn, Hanoi 140800, Vietnam)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanoi at own pace
    • Stroll through vibrant streets
    • Discover local cafés
    Landmarks
    Noi Bai International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Hanoi to Ninh Binh

    Hanoi to Ninh Binh
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious buffet lunch featuring local specialties including goat meat and fried rice. Vegetarian options available.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bai Dinh Pagoda - largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia
    • Explore Trang An Landscape UNESCO World Heritage Site with boat ride through caves (Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Nau Ruou Cave)
    • Countryside bike ride
    Landmarks
    Bai Dinh Pagoda
    Trang An Landscape Complex
    Sang Cave
    Toi Cave
    Nau Ruou Cave
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  3. Day 3

    Hanoi to Sapa

    Hanoi to Sapa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious local Vietnamese lunch featuring regional specialties), Dinner (Homemade dinner in the cozy family atmosphere at the homestay)
    Accommodation
    Home-stay (Homestay in Sapa)

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Y Linh Ho through rice terraces and Muong Hoa Stream
    • Visit Black H'mong village of Lao Chai with views of Hoang Lien Son Mountain
    • Arrive at Ta Van village, home to Dzay ethnic minority
    • Homestay experience with welcoming Dzay family

    Optional Activities

    • Cooking session to learn traditional recipes
    Landmarks
    Y Linh Ho
    Muong Hoa Stream
    Lao Chai
    Hoang Lien Son Mountain
    Ta Van village
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  4. Day 4

    Sapa

    Sapa
    Meals
    Breakfast (Homemade breakfast prepared by your host family), Lunch (Delicious Vietnamese lunch), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The View Sapa Hotel or similar ), Hotel 4* (Sapa Charm Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (KK Sapa Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Trek through rice paddies and bamboo forest
    • Visit scenic viewpoint overlooking Giang Ta Chai village
    • Cross Giang Ta Chai Bridge
    • Walk to Cat Cat Village to explore local lifestyles and traditional crafts
    • Visit historic French hydroelectric station
    • Visit waterfall at Cat Cat Village
    Landmarks
    Giang Ta Chai village
    Giang Ta Chai Bridge
    Cat Cat Village
    Fansipan Peak
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  5. Day 5

    Sapa to Hanoi

    Sapa to Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Final group lunch in Sapa town)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (San Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (MK Premier Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through charming streets of Sapa
    • Shop for last-minute souvenirs
    • Visit local market
  6. Day 6

    Hanoi to Da Nang

    Hanoi to Da Nang
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Santa Luxury Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Royal Lotus Hotel Danang or similar), Hotel 5* (Radisson Hotel Danang or similar)
  7. Day 7

    Da Nang to Hue

    Da Nang to Hue
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Hue royal cuisine at a local restaurant, including the famous Bun bo Hue spicy beef noodle soup)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Santa Luxury Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Royal Lotus Hotel Danang or similar), Hotel 5* (Radisson Hotel Danang or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic coastal drive via Hai Van Pass (21 km)
    • Photo stop at Hai Van Gate
    • Photo stop at Lap An Lagoon
    • Break at Lang Co Beach
    • Visit Khai Dinh Tomb
    • Guided tour of Imperial Citadel of Hue - UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Explore Ngo Mon Gate
    • Explore Thai Hoa Palace
    • View Nine Dynastic Urns
    • Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
    Landmarks
    Hai Van Pass
    Hai Van Gate
    Lap An Lagoon
    Lang Co Beach
    Khai Dinh Tomb
    Imperial Citadel of Hue
    Ngo Mon Gate
    Thai Hoa Palace
    Nine Dynastic Urns
    Thien Mu Pagoda
    Perfume River
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  8. Day 8

    Da Nang - Hoi An

    Da Nang - Hoi An
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious, authentic Vietnamese meal at a handpicked local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Santa Luxury Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Royal Lotus Hotel Danang or similar), Hotel 5* (Radisson Hotel Danang or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain) national park
    • Visit Linh Ung Pagoda with Lady Buddha statue and lotus courtyard
    • Explore Marble Mountains and Am Phu Cave
    • Visit Buddhist pagodas in marble cliffs
    • Visit Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village
    • Bamboo basket boat ride in Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle
    • Local fishing technique experience (round-net and cast-net fishing)
    • Walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Visit Phuc Kien Assembly Hall
    • Visit Japanese Covered Bridge
    • Visit Phung Hung Ancient House
    • Explore Hoi An Market
    • Lantern boat ride on Hoai River
    Landmarks
    Son Tra Peninsula
    Linh Ung Pagoda
    Lady Buddha statue
    Marble Mountains
    Am Phu Cave
    Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village
    Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle
    Hoi An Ancient Town
    Phuc Kien Assembly Hall
    Japanese Covered Bridge
    Phung Hung Ancient House
    Hoi An Market
    Hoai River
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  9. Day 9

    Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City

    Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar), Hotel 5* (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)
  10. Day 10

    Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta

    Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local Vietnamese lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Harmony Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar), Hotel 5* (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
    • Watch introductory documentary about tunnel construction
    • Explore underground living quarters
    • Explore military facilities
    • Experience hidden trap doors and defensive systems
    • Taste war-era snacks (tapioca and herbal tea)
    • Scenic boat cruise on Tien River
    • Visit Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands
    • Traditional sampan ride through narrow canals
    • Visit coconut candy workshop
    • Taste seasonal fruit with honey tea
    • Southern Vietnamese folk music performance

    Optional Activities

    • Village bicycle tour
    Landmarks
    Cu Chi Tunnels
    Mekong Delta
    Tien River
    My Tho
  11. Day 11

    Ho Chi Minh City - Departure

    Ho Chi Minh City - Departure
    End point
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Tan Son Nhat International Airport Drop Off, Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Hồ Chí Minh, 736400, Vietnam)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • 11-Day Vietnam Explorer: History, Trekking & Hidden Gems (Ninh Binh, Sapa, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh Group Tour) reviewer 1
    May 2nd, 2026
    Excellent tour.. very well organised, lovely hotels. Tour guides picked you up when they said they would. All...
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    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Anthony, what an absolutely heartwarming review to read, and your final note truly really made our day! We're so pleased to hear the entire 11-day journey felt seamlessly coordinated. The whole team is genuinely thrilled to have shared this adventure with you, and we sincerely hope to welcome you back to uncover even more of Vietnam's hidden treasures. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Warmly, Up Travel Vietnam
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  • 11-Day Vietnam Explorer: History, Trekking & Hidden Gems (Ninh Binh, Sapa, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh Group Tour) reviewer 2
    January 18th, 2026
    I had a great experience in Vietnam. Hannah @UpTravelVietnam did a great job of juggling a fast-moving itinerary and...
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    Traveled in January 2026
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Hi Arthur, Thank you for joining us and for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We’re happy to hear Hannah’s coordination helped keep the busy itinerary smooth, and that you enjoyed both the iconic sights and deeper cultural and historical insights. We’re truly glad to have had you travel with us and would love to welcome you back to Vietnam again someday A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Best regards, Up Travel Vietnam
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    October 10th, 2025
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Hey Jed, Jesse is indeed a great chef and he loved hosting this class thanks to guests like you! Please come join us again the next time you're in Hanoi! Take care, Up Travel Vietnam
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  • 11-Day Vietnam Explorer: History, Trekking & Hidden Gems (Ninh Binh, Sapa, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh Group Tour) reviewer 4
    June 28th, 2025
    The coordination is supper. Hannah is great person to work with. The foods is delicious and the trip is quite...
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    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Thank you, Nguyen Thao, for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the coordination of your 11-day Vietnam Explorer tour and that Hannah provided excellent support. It’s fantastic that you found the food delicious and the trip relaxing. We’re grateful for the opportunity to create memorable experiences for you and your family. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Vietnam soon!
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  • 11-Day Vietnam Explorer: History, Trekking & Hidden Gems (Ninh Binh, Sapa, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh Group Tour) reviewer 5
    June 8th, 2025
    Really great plan and had a best experience in vietnam
    Traveled in April 2025
    Reply from: Up Travel Vietnam
    Dear VijayaKrishna, Thank you for your kind words about the 11-Day Vietnam Explorer tour! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience and enjoyed the itinerary. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we’re glad we could help you explore the history, trekking, and hidden gems of Vietnam. We hope to see you again on your next adventure! Kindest regards,
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