I have a serious shellfish/seafood allergy. Given these are things heavily used in Vietnamese cuisine, would this be a tour I can go on?

If you have dietary requirements and/or food allergies, please let your booking agent know prior to departure. Allergy information can be entered in the medical note section of Traveler Details.

Looking for a private tour. I believe northern Vietnam is not as rainy as Cambodia in August. Kids are 17 and 15

We looking at 20/21 August for 10 days 2 adults and 2 teenagers

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Vietnam: Hike, Bike & Kayak

11 days

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Start and end in Hanoi

4.5

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I enjoyed all aspects of the tour and realise that the guide has a fine line to judge by how involved the group or individual would like to participate in the home stay experience.
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Hiking & Trekking: Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hanoi
Optional Activities
- Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake
- Visit Ngoc Son Temple
- Sample Hanoi street food
- Visit Museum of Ethnology
- Optional dinner at Hanoi restaurant or streetside eatery
Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Ngoc Son Temple
Museum of Ethnology
Day 2
Hanoi to Lam Thuong
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Home-cooked dinner with hosts using local ingredients)
Included Activities
- Community village walk in Lam Thuong
- Visit traditional Tay home
- Waterfall hike with local guide
- Home-cooked dinner with hosts
Landmarks
Lam Thuong
Day 3
Lam Thuong to Sapa - Lao Chai to Ta Van
Meals
Lunch, Dinner (Home-cooked dinner in Ta Van)
Included Activities
- Hike from Lao Chai to Ta Van via Hoang Lien State Park
- Home-cooked dinner in Ta Van
- Local family homestay
Landmarks
Lao Chai
Hoang Lien State Park
Ta Van
Day 4
Ta Van to Sapa to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Su Pan trek
Optional Activities
- Visit rooftop bars in Hanoi
- Street-side dinner in Hanoi
Landmarks
Su Pan
Day 5
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Old Quarter walking tour
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum visit
- Temple of Literature visit
- West Lake cycling tour
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local restaurant (Banh Mi or Bun Cha)
Landmarks
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum
Temple of Literature
West Lake
Day 6
Hanoi to Mai Chau
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch with hosts in Pom Coong)
Included Activities
- Cycling trip from Hanoi to Mai Chau
- Mai Chau viewpoint visit
- Help local farmers plant rice seeds
- Pom Coong village visit
- Traditional lunch with hosts
- Cycling to nearby villages
Landmarks
Mai Chau Valley
Pom Coong
Day 7
Mai Chau to Ninh Binh
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling from Mai Chau to Ninh Binh
Landmarks
Ninh Binh
Day 8
Ninh Binh to Cat Ba Island
Optional Activities
- Relax in a hammock
- Hike on Cat Ba Island
- Visit the beach
Landmarks
Cat Ba Island
Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long Bay
Day 9
Cat Ba Island
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch aboard the boat)
Included Activities
- Full-day boat trip on Lan Ha Bay
- Kayaking around limestone karsts
- Lunch aboard the boat
Optional Activities
- Visit local restaurants and bars
Landmarks
Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long Bay
Day 10
Cat Ba Island to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shop at Hanoi markets for souvenirs
- Visit Fine Arts Museum (VND30000)
- Visit Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison (VND50000)
- Farewell dinner with group
Landmarks
Fine Arts Museum
Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison
Day 11
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Street Food Experience Urban Adventure (USD29)
- Crowd-free Morning Highlights of the City (USD89)
- Explore Hanoi further
- Extend stay in Vietnam

Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Ngoc Son Temple
Museum of Ethnology

Landmarks
Lam Thuong

Landmarks
Lao Chai
Hoang Lien State Park
Ta Van

Landmarks
Su Pan

Landmarks
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum
Temple of Literature
West Lake

Landmarks
Mai Chau Valley
Pom Coong

Landmarks
Ninh Binh

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Cat Ba Island
Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long Bay

Landmarks
Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long Bay

Landmarks
Fine Arts Museum
Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison

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Overall rating based on 18 Reviews

Itinerary
4.4
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4.4
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
4.3
Food
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Debbie
October 11th, 2023
I really enjoyed the "Hike, Bike, Kayak - Vietnam". One thing I will note is that the "Hike" part of it is more like...
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Hello Deborah, Thank you for taking the time and leaving us an honest review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed this tour despite the time spent on the bus to get to the next destinations. We will look into the rating of the hike as well. Thank you again and we hope to welcome you on another Intrepid Tour in the near future.
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Susan
September 18th, 2019
I loved every minute of trip, well thought out; I think lots of my friends would enjoy such an experience.
Traveled in January 2019
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Billinda
September 18th, 2019
Loved the variety of activities, the group were fun and our tour guide outstanding
Traveled in January 2019
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Stacy
September 18th, 2019
The entire trip was very organized and it covered a lot of northernVietnam in a short period of time with efficient...
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Edward
September 18th, 2019
I enjoyed the whole trip. The activities and leader with both good
Traveled in January 2019
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Sandra
September 18th, 2019
Very good organized. Good tour leader. Generally a bit too long bus drives.
Traveled in January 2019
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Keah
September 18th, 2019
Awesome trip Long drives between locations took up lots of time on this short trip. Every location was worth it tho,...
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Sue
September 18th, 2019
The trip had a lot of variety.There was a lot of interaction with the local people. The guide, Loc, was excellent.The...
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Traveled in December 2018
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Steve
September 18th, 2019
Excellent pre-trip administration & information.Itinerary lived up to expectations, with good organisation, good...
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Traveled in December 2018
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Sara-Jane
September 18th, 2019
The whole tour was very well organised and included a great range of activities.There was good focus on ensuring all...
The whole tour was very well organised and included a great range of activities.There was good focus on ensuring all the group members had the information needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.Loc, our guide was fabulous - providing personal insight into the country, its people, history and culture.The trip pushed my boundaries and abilities and I appreciated the support from Loc, our local guides and support team, and my trip-buddies! A great way to spend Christmas and New YearShow more
Traveled in December 2018

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Asked on July 3rd, 2023
I have a serious shellfish/seafood allergy. Given these are things heavily used in Vietnamese cuisine, would this be a tour I can go on?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2023
  If you have dietary requirements and/or food allergies, please let your booking agent know prior to departure. Allergy information can be entered in the medical note section of Traveler Details.
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Trevor
Asked on June 19th, 2023
Looking for a private tour. I believe northern Vietnam is not as rainy as Cambodia in August. Kids are 17 and 15
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  Trevor
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  We looking at 20/21 August for 10 days 2 adults and 2 teenagers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2023
  The minimum age requirement for our Vietnam: Hike, Bike & Kayak tour is 15. If your children are below 15, we recommend our family tours.

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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