Vietnam Intimate

You start the day with a first morning dedicated to exchange and sharing with a young resident of the village of Song Phuong, located about thirty minutes from the hustle and bustle of Hanoi.

By her side, you discover the traditional market of this typical village, then continue with a walk through the fields and gardens, with the opportunity to learn about farm work.

You then join her home to prepare together a local meal, which you taste in order to conclude this friendly morning rich in encounters.

Back in Hanoi, you set out to discover some of the capital's emblematic sites.

You visit notably the Hanoi Ethnographic Museum, which presents the art, craftsmanship and cultural richness of the different ethnic groups of Vietnam.
You then continue with a visit to the Temple of Literature, a symbol of the country's intellectual and historical heritage.

You leave the hustle and bustle of Hanoi to join a more peaceful setting in the heart of the northern Vietnam mountains: the Mai Chau valley.

This region reveals to you its traditional villages with stilt houses as well as its terraced rice fields that shape the landscape.

This stay is also an opportunity to meet the Thai minorities (White Thai and Black Thai), Muong and Hmong, and to discover their way of life and culture.

Upon your arrival, Mr Cuong welcomes you to his home to share a typical lunch of the region.

After the meal, you hop on bicycles to explore, at a leisurely pace, this valley still preserved and representative of the peaceful countryside of the north.

During your ride, you enjoy the good humor of the locals, their smiles and the harmony of the landscapes that alternate between rice fields, bamboo forests and gardens.

The villages you pass through testify to a simple way of life, where traditions remain deeply rooted.

The evening continues in a friendly and authentic atmosphere. You settle at a local's home for dinner.
After the meal, you attend a show of traditional dances and music, accompanied by a tasting of fermented rice wine, called Can.
Night at a local's home.

After breakfast, you take your leave from your hosts and continue your journey towards the Tam Coc region, often called the terrestrial Halong Bay.

You discover a landscape marked by spectacular karst relief, where limestone peaks and rice fields compose a natural setting emblematic of northern Vietnam.

Upon arrival, you begin with an accessible bike ride, which takes you to one of the region's emblematic limestone peaks, on which nestles the Bich Dong Pagoda.

In the afternoon, you continue exploring by water, aboard a traditional sampan.

Navigation through the heart of rocky peaks bordered by rice fields reveals all the beauty of this landscape, between limestone reliefs and vegetation.

You thus pass through the Tam Coc caves, in a peaceful and immersive atmosphere.

Approximately 1 hour of biking and 2 hours of boating

After breakfast at a local restaurant, you head towards Lan Ha Bay, often considered the little sister of Ha Long Bay.
At the Ben Beo pier, you board a traditional junk to begin your cruise through a landscape dotted with countless karst peaks, characteristic of this maritime region of northern Vietnam.

The cruise takes you to a floating village, where seafood farming is the main activity of the inhabitants.

The cruise continues towards Van Boi Beachvan-boi.
Lunch is served on board, followed by leisure time. You can swim in emerald-tinted waters, relax on the beach or simply rest on the sundeck while admiring the scenery.

In the afternoon, the junk heads towards Hang Ca Cave or Dau Be Cave. You then embark on a kayaking excursion, an immersive and privileged way to explore the bay's landscapes close to the water and karst formations.

At the end of the day, you return to the heart of Lan Ha Bay to enjoy the sunset over the karst landscape.
Dinner and overnight on the junk, at anchor.
Without English-speaking guide, with private driver. An English-speaking boat guide will accompany you during the planned visits on the program on board.

Early morning wake-up to admire the sunrise over the bay. During breakfast, the junk resumes its peaceful navigation through Lan Ha Bay, sailing past numerous limestone peaks and rock formations.
A stop is planned at the isolated village of Việt Hải, where you set off on a cycling discovery. This ride allows you to explore a preserved and authentic environment, in a setting where roads are almost non-existent.

Back on board, you enjoy a refreshing shower before savoring brunch. The junk then continues its navigation to the port of Ben Beo, where your vehicle awaits you for the transfer to Hanoi.

You then head to the airport to board your flight to Hue.

Upon arrival, you are welcomed by your English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel.
Night in Hue.
Without English-speaking guide, with private driver.

This morning, you head towards Hoi An City, passing through Danang. The journey takes you through the famous Cloud Pass, which offers beautiful views of the China Sea.
In Danang, you visit The Cham Sculpture Museum, dedicated to Cham civilization. You then continue on your way to reach the old town of Hoi An, located a short distance away.

The old town of Hoi An, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999, was formerly known as Faifo during the French colonial era.

It is a remarkable example of a preserved Far Eastern port, which welcomed Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese and Dutch merchants in the 17th and 18th centuries.
As you explore, you observe numerous architectural testimonies blending Chinese, Japanese and French influences.

The ancient houses, the covered Japanese pagoda bridge dating from the 16th century, the port as well as the bustling market, rich in colors and scents, contribute to the singular atmosphere of the city.

As you stroll through the ancient streets, several visits complement your discovery of the city. You explore notably the antiquities museum, the Chinese quarter as well as Phung Hung House.
Your journey also takes you to Chuc Thanh Pagoda, founded by a Chinese monk in the 15th century, considered the oldest pagoda in the city.

The early morning is free until the time of transfer (without guide) to Danang airport. You can use this time to relax at the hotel or take a final walk according to your preferences.

In Danang, you board your flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, you are welcomed by your guide from the South, then transferred to your hotel.

Although its official name has been Ho Chi Minh since 1975, the city is still commonly called Saigon. You set off to discover the main sites of this great metropolis, once the capital of French Indochina.
Your visit takes you through the old colonial quarter, along the Ton Duc Thang and Nguyen Hue avenues, then to Cho Lon district, with the Binh Tay market.

You also discover the Ngoc Hoang pagoda, the famous Central Post Office, the Independence Palace as well as the Ben Thanh market.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide in Saigon and private driver.

You leave Saigon to reach the Mekong Delta and discover another facet of Vietnam.
Upon arrival in Mỏ Cày (Ben Tre province), you board a cruise on the Mỏ Cày canal.

The navigation takes you to the Thom coconut floating market, where numerous boats loaded with coconuts animate local life every day in an atmosphere typical of the delta.

Navigation continues on the Cồn Chiên river towards the Hô islands (Cồn Hô).
Upon arrival, you are welcomed in a local house to share a lunch composed of traditional specialties.

You then enjoy a stroll in the surrounding areas to observe the daily life of the inhabitants, with the visit of a fruit garden.

The discovery ends with a stop at Mr. Hai Trãi's place, where you experience a local tradition with an herbal foot bath.

You return to the pier, then take the road towards Trà Vinh, where you set off to discover the Khmer culture.

At the end of the day, you are transferred to Bến Tre and you settle in at the Coconut Homestay.

The rest of the time is free for you to relax and enjoy the setting.

After breakfast, you depart for a cycling tour through the countryside of Ben Tre province.

This ride allows you to discover the lush landscapes of the region, the traditional southern houses and local life, along paths lined with fruit gardens and villages where the hospitality of residents is part of everyday life.

You resume travel by private vehicle, accompanied by your English-speaking guide and driver, heading towards Saigon.
During the journey, a stop is planned in My Tho to have lunch at a local restaurant, before visiting the Vinh Trang pagoda.
Upon arrival in Saigon, check-in at the hotel and overnight stay.