Curated group trip

Vietnam — cities to coast

Motorbike symphony in Hanoi, limestone horizons on the water, lantern reflections in Hội An, and a softer coastal close—one continuous story down the country.

9 days From $2,550 / person Deposit + installments
  • Duration

    9 days / 8 nights

  • Pricing from

    $2,550 pp

  • Payment

    30% deposit · installments

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Destination overview

Vietnam’s north-to-centre corridor is ideal for travellers who love food, design details, and changing light. We keep overland legs sensible, use a curated bay overnight where logistics are simplified for the group, and end in a slower coastal town.

UbuntuVoyage coordinates domestic connections*, hotel pacing, and bilingual guides on key touring days.

Daily itinerary

Sample rhythm—cruise operator and train vs flight legs are finalised in your quote.

  1. Day 1

    Hanoi arrivals

    Airport pick-up, hotel in the Old Quarter, optional light walk.

  2. Day 2

    Street-food & history

    Guided tasting route with cultural storytelling; free evening.

  3. Day 3

    Transfer to the bay

    Road journey to the coast, board overnight cruise*, welcome dinner on water.

  4. Day 4

    Limestone bay morning

    Kayak or tender activity (operator dependent), brunch, disembark toward flight/train to Đà Nẵng.

  5. Day 5

    Hội An lanterns

    Transfer to ancient town, walking orientation, tailor intro if desired.

  6. Day 6

    Countryside cycling (included)

    Easy-paced ride through villages and rice plots with support vehicle.

  7. Days 7–8

    Coastal finale

    Beach time, optional cooking or basket-boat experience, farewell dinner.

  8. Day 9

    Departures

    Transfer to Đà Nẵng airport for international connections.

What’s included

  • Return international flights (group allocation)*
  • Hotels in Hanoi, Hội An area, and coast, twin share
  • Daily breakfast
  • Domestic connection Hanoi → central Vietnam*
  • Overnight bay cruise (shared boat, twin cabin)*
  • Private/group transport on touring days
  • Guided food walk, bay activities, countryside cycle

What’s not included

  • Travel insurance (required)
  • Most lunches and dinners
  • Visas / e-visa fees
  • Optional tailor orders, spa, extra cruise drinks
  • Single-room supplement if requested

Accommodation

Hanoi rooms are chosen for walkability to the Old Quarter food scene. In Hội An we balance charm with quiet nights (away from the loudest bar strips). The coastal finale uses a beach-access resort with pool for recovery time.

Bay cruise cabin deck and boat style are specified in writing before deposit—classic vs premium junks available on some departures.

Activities included

  • Hosted Hanoi street-food walk
  • Overnight bay programme with kayaking or tender outing
  • Hội An orientation & history highlights
  • Countryside cycling experience with guide

Optional add-ons

  • Vespa night tour in Hanoi
  • Hands-on cooking class in Hội An
  • My Son sanctuary sunrise visit
  • Private airport fast-track (subject to airport)

Pricing & payment

Bay cruise and domestic flight inventory fluctuates—your quote locks the components we can ticket together.

  • From $2,550 per person (twin share)
  • 30% deposit secures cruise cabin and flights
  • Balance in two instalments
  • Premium junk / business-class domestic quoted on request

*Cruise cabin is twin share; solo travellers can opt for matched share (where available) or single supplement.

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