The Great Outdoors Adventure 14 Days
Overview
Vietnam is perfectly suited for a family adventure. Children have few inhibitions and quickly break through cultural and language barriers, particularly in Indochina, where children are highly revered. Our family adventures have been specially designed for the needs of youngsters, minimizing long journeys and plenty of time on beaches and among wildlife.
Journey together from Hanoi to the magical forest of Cuc Phuong, where we stay in forest bungalows; discover the world heritage site of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk; explore the charming UNESCO-designated World Heritage town of Hoi An and its nearby beaches; and end in the modern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. On this forest & beach adventure, the whole family is certain to be entertained by the people, history, color, and culture. What better education is there than the education of understanding and discovery!
Included/Exclude
- Private tour with English speaking guide
- You choose the date of departure
- Starting from Hanoi & end in HCMC or vice versa
- Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services.
- All private transportation.
- All domestic flights.
- Halong Bay cruise program
- Private boat trip as per tour
- Accommodation shared in Double room
- Experienced English speaking guide.
- Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
- All sightseeing tickets.
- Tissues and water on coach.
- Vietnam Visa On Arrival pre-approved letter.
- Services charges and government tax.
- Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service.
- No extra charge after services confirmation
- 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
- International flights & Departure taxes, if any
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Beverage
- Peak season or Public holidays surcharge, if any
- Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year, if any
- Vietnam visa (US $ 25 & 01 passport photo)
- Other services not mentioned above.
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
Enjoy a morning cyclo tour of Hanoi, exploring the fascinating Old Quarter and French colonial district. Free afternoon to explore and then you meet your guide again in the evening for a water puppet performance followed by a dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi.
You set off early and have a 3-5 hour drive to Cuc Phuong National Park, home to an amazing variety of wildlife. Upon arrival, you visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and stay overnight in bungalow accommodations inside the forest. There is an optional ‘night spotting’ tour (depending on weather conditions) into the primary forest to find the more elusive mammal species, including the Black Giant Squirrel. Transfer to your resort for check-in. Dinner and overnight in Cuc Phuong Park area.
After breakfast, you set off into the center of the forest, where you commence a half-day trek through lush rainforest and to caves once inhabited by prehistoric humans. In the afternoon you have free time. Dinner and overnight in Cuc Phuong Park area
Today you leave Cuc Phuong National Park for Halong Bay. After a 5-hour drive through lush green rice paddies, you are welcome on the traditional junk boat. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch before exploring some of the many ancient limestone caves. There will be time for some swimming and kayaking. After dinner, the kids can enjoy a spot of night fishing. Accommodation on board.
A full day of cruising Halong Bay, visiting Dau Nguoi island, Conrua island, Luon cave (hollow cave), Bai Tu Long Beach and Ba Ham Lake. In the afternoon, head to Cat Ba Beach, where we anchor for the night. Accommodation board.
Following breakfast you cruise around Bai Tu Long bay before transferring back to Hanoi for a free evening. Overnight in Hanoi .
Early morning flight to Danang. Pick up and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. Free. At leisure. Afternoon, you enjoy a half-day walking tour through the narrow, winding streets of the Ancient Quarter, visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, Assembly Hall, the 200-year-old Tam Ky House and the Japanese Bridge. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Hoi An.
Enjoy a morning at the beach, with plenty of watersports to keep the kids busy. Experience local seafood for lunch overlooking the white sandy beaches. After lunch, you take a short boat trip to a nearby island to visit some handicraft villages. Overnight in Hoi An.
Free day in Hoi An to explore the town, enjoy water sports, visit the tailors, or simply relax. Vietnamese cooking lessons can be arranged upon request and a tour of the morning markets. Overnight in Hoi An.
In the morning, you will fly to Ho Chi Minh City and settle into the hotel. After lunch, you have a private tour of the maze of streets and experience the hustle and bustle of Chinatown, ancient pagodas, mosques and cathedrals, and the War Museum. Overnight in HCMC.
This morning you take a half-day trip to Chu Chi tunnels and explore the complex maze of tunnels built during the U.S.-Vietnam War. The afternoon is free, or you can arrange a trip upon request to the Water Park, History Museum, or the magical and whimsical Dam Sen Park. Overnight in HCMC.
Starting in the morning, you will drive to My Tho, boat through the lush green vegetation of the canals to an orchard where we are treated to a delicious lunch. After lunch, you are back to Vinh Long Town, where a van will pick us up for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City at around 6:30 pm. Overnight in HCMC
