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Coastal Highlights of Vietnam, a tailor-made Vietnam itinerary

Vietnam · Coastal tour

Coastal Highlights of Vietnam

13 nights · 14 days*Indicative price £2,195 ppHa Noi - Ha Long Bay - Hoi An - Nha Trang - Mui Ne - HCM City

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About this Vietnam itinerary

Focusing on the coastline, this tour creates an unfolding of places and experiences primarily based on and around the beaches and the South China Sea. Landing in Ha Noi offers the opportunity to do a city tour of the capital of Vietnam before heading out to the coastline for a cruise on Ha Long Bay. Actually you will be spending your time beyond Ha Long in a more secluded, quieter and more beautiful bay called Bay Tu Long. We are one of a limited number of agents who have license to visit this underdeveloped area.

Always travelling south, our next stop is at the arorable town of Hoi An, once a major trading port on the Silk Path where East met West in the trading of goods. The town also has some lovely beaches to enjoy. Nha Trang is a very different place. Large, bustling with wide glorious beaches set in a beautiful Bay, Nha Trang offers everything that one would want in a busy sea side resort including the best snorkelling and diving opportunities in Vietnam. A couple of hours drive south takes you to the beaches of Mui Ne where you can explore the extensive Red and White Dunes. This is the best area for surf and actually hosts many major competitions for surfing and for wind surfing.

The tour finishes in the hustling bustling city of HCM previously known as Saigon. This is the commercial capital of the country with many opportunities for shopping, visiting a wide range of restaurants and cafes as well as enjoying a city tour taking you through different ages and stages of history of this area.

Trip highlights

  • Visit the vibrant cities of Ha Noi and HCM City at the start and the close of your tour.
  • Delight in the historical and charming town of Hoi An before relaxing on the nearby beaches.
  • Explore or relax on the beaches of Nha Trang by day while enjoying the buzz of the city by night.
  • The coastline town of Mui Ne is famous for its Red and White Sand Dunes and excellent surf.
  • No trip to Vietnam is complete without an overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay.
Route & map

Where the Coastal Highlights of Vietnam route takes you

  1. Ha Noi

    3 nights

  2. Ha Long Bay

    2 nights

  3. Hoi An

    2 nights

  4. Nha Trang

    2 nights

  5. Mui Ne

    2 nights

  6. HCM City

    2 nights

Where you'll visit

Vibrant and exciting Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, is a buzzing city that oozes self-assurance. Because it was bombed far less during the war, its Old Quarter remains intact - with each street devoted to different wares, from shoes to chicken's feet, conical hats and deities. Sit back in the elegant French quarter and observe the city on parade; watch traditional water puppetry, or join a public Tai Chi session on the shores of the Hoan Kiem Lake. In the centre of the lake is a beautiful Chinese temple, reached by crossing an ornate red bridge. You may also wish to visit the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum complex and the Temple of Literature.

Day by day

Your itinerary, day by day

Arrival in Hanoi You will be greeted at the airport by our Vietnam Travel Centre representative and taken directly to your hotel to rest or explore as you choose. Ha Noi is the capital city of Vietnam and the second largest city next to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). It is a 1000 year old city that is packed full of diversity, character and vitality. The heart of the city is Hoan Kiem Lake where locals and tourists alike sit, walk or join in with daily Tai Chi and exercise groups. To the north of the city is the Old Quarter where an ancient style of living among the narrow streets and tiny buildings dominates. To the south of the Lake is the elegant French Quarter with its wide tree lined boulevards and Colonial style architecture. After a rest and lunch, enjoy a relaxing Cyclo ride around the central area to get a snap shot of this vibrant and busy city. After the cyclo rid, you can enjoy the unique Water Puppet show accompanied by talented local musicians playing traditional instruments. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Overnight · Ha Noi

Where you'll stay

Choose your comfort level

The route stays exactly the same, you are only choosing the level of hotel. Prices vary by category and your expert confirms the exact quote for the level you pick. Any individual stay can also be swapped.

When to go

The best time to visit Vietnam

Jan

24°C

60mm

Feb

25°C

50mm

Mar

27°C

50mm

Apr

30°C

90mm

May

32°C

190mm

Jun

33°C

240mm

Jul

33°C

290mm

Aug

32°C

310mm

Sep

31°C

260mm

Oct

29°C

160mm

Nov

27°C

90mm

Dec

24°C

60mm

29°C

Avg temperature

154mm

Avg rainfall

  • Best
  • Good
  • Monsoon

October to April, the sweet spot

The north has a cool, damp winter and a hot, wet summer, so October to April is the pick for Ha Noi, Sa Pa and Ha Long Bay. The centre around Hue and Hoi An is driest from February to August. The south stays warm all year and is at its best from December to April.

Good to know

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis unless stated otherwise
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver throughout
  • English speaking local guides at each destination
  • All transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees listed in the itinerary
  • Boat trips and train journeys shown in the day by day plan
  • 24 hour support from our own team in Vietnam

Not included

  • International flights (quoted separately)
  • International flights and visa costs
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners unless listed
  • Drinks, tips and items of a personal nature
  • Optional excursions and activities
Pricing

Indicative price

*Indicative price

£2,195

per person, twin share

Excluding international flights

Prices exclude international flights. Includes accommodation, private transport, sightseeing and activities as described. This is a private tour, fully customisable. Adjust hotels, add destinations, change the pace. Final price varies with group size, season and hotel choice. Share your preferred dates and we will send a personalised itinerary and an accurate quote.

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A glimpse of the journey

Turquoise bay with a curving sand beach and lighthouse headland on the Vietnamese coast
Ha Noi team member 1, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 2, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 3, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 4, Vietnam specialistHa Noi team member 5, Vietnam specialist

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Our Vietnam team will reshape every day of this itinerary around you, then price it properly.

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