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Best bits
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Stay in Tay stilt houses
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Trek past paddy fields & verdant hill country
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Hike through rainforest to the 2,000m summit of Xin Man
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Meet many of Vietnam’s varied ethnic groups
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Overnight train to Hanoi
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Beautiful Halong Bay
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Two-night cruise on the South China Sea
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Water puppet theatre of Hanoi
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Description
This holiday in Vietnam takes you to the mountainous north near the Chinese border, the capital Hanoi and to the waters of Halong Bay and the South China Sea. Vietnam's northern hill country is a multi-ethnic area where local tribes still keep traditional culture alive, with many villages preserving their own dialects, dress and food. You'll spend six days trekking through this region to visit and stay with remote communities. Stay in Tay stilt houses, hike past paddy fields and through primary rainforest in an area little changed in centuries. Next, taking the sleeper train to Hanoi, there will be a chance to get to know this historic and vibrant city and explore the limestone landscape of Tam Coc by bike and boat. Arriving at Halong Bay you'll then step onboard a traditional sailing junk for a two-night cruise, sleeping in comfortable cabins. Visit tiny islands and hidden caves, swim, sunbathe and take to the water yourself by kayak. A fitting finale to a tour with a perfect blend of culture, adventurous activity and relaxation.
What’s included
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6 nights hotels & lodges, 1 night sleeper train, 5 nights homestay, 2 nights traditional sailing junk cruise
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14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 11 dinners
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6 days moderate trekking
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1 day biking
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2 days cruising & kayaking
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All land & sea transport within tour
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Professional tour leader thorughout, local trekking guides
Tour Fact File
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Group size
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Maximum
16
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Age
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Minimum 18
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Single Room Option
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£160 Includes all 6 group hotel & lodge nights (n/a in homestays, junk or sleeper train) |
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Arrival & Departure airport
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Hanoi (HAN
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(K/
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