What a great way to travel the length of this incredible country. This trip is suited for those who prefer independence to move at your own pace and at a price to suit. Relax on Whale Island or Nha Trang and enjoy the hospitality of our hom...
HANOI Arrive in this fascinating city, the capital of Vietnam. You can wander through the Old Quarter and shop for bargains in Silver Street, Musical Instrument Street or Lacquerware Street. Tonight you will meet up with your fellow travellers and your tour leader.
Day 2
HANOI Free time today until we board the Reunification Express train to Hue. (B)
Day 3
HUE Arrive and transfer to our hotel. We have one and a half days in Hue, famous for its stunning architecture and the Perfume River, which flows slowly through the centre of the city. It was recently given prestigious World Heritage status by UNESCO. Day 4 - (B)
Day 4
As above
Day 5
HOI AN Travel to Hoi An via the spectacular Ocean Cloud Pass, Danang and China Beach. (B)
Day 6
HOI AN A full day at leisure in Hoi An - a favourite among travellers for its laid back atmosphere and beautiful Chinese architecture. It is also the perfect place to shop for souvenirs, like local handicrafts. (B)
Day 7
HOI AN - NHA TRANG Early start back to Danang where we catch the Reunification Express to Nha Trang. We arrive early evening and transfer to our hotel. (B)
Day 8
WHALE ISLAND Transfer by road and boat to secluded Whale Island, so named because of the sperm whales which can sometimes be spotted off its shores. Two days to swim, laze on pristine beaches or go snorkelling amid lovely coral gardens. In the evening, there is time to relax at the beach bar - the perfect place to watch the sun go down with a cocktail in hand ! (BLD)
Day 9
As above
Day 10
WHALE ISLAND - NHA TRANG After breakfast we transfer to Nha Trang where there's time to check out the town or the beach before we board the overnight train to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). (B)
Day 11
SAIGON (HO CHI MINH CITY) Arrive in Saigon and transfer to the hotel. There's a host of things to do in this exciting city and some interesting excursions for those who want to venture further afield!
Day 12
MEKONG DELTA HOMESTAY Today we head south to the Mekong Delta. Here the mighty river splits into a labyrinth of channels before disgorging into the South China Sea. We spend the day exploring the area by boat and on foot. This is a great opportunity to learn about life in the Delta. Tonight we are guests of a local family. (BLD)
Day 13
MEKONG DELTA - SAIGON This morning we visit an authentic floating market before returning to Saigon. (B)
What a great way to travel the length of this incredible country. This trip is suited for those who prefer independence to move at your own pace and at a price to suit. Relax on Whale Island or Nha Trang and enjoy the hospitality of our hom... 
