What to expect
Halong Bay
Traditional junk boat cruise
Temple of Literature
Visit Hanoi's educational hub
Ho Chi Minh City
Vibrant culture, markets & museums
Mui Ne Beach Stay Finale
Unwind in paradise in Phan Thiet
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About this trip...
About the trip
The nature, history and culture don’t even scratch the surface of the draw that Vietnam has for solo travellers. Especially those in search of a bucket list experience with a Southeast Asian twist! From foodies and beach hoppers, to culture and adventure seekers, Vietnam has something for everyone. Join us on a tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City and explore this truly amazing gem of a destination. Vietnam certainly has its fair share of natural beauty, the most breathtaking of which you’ll find as you cruise through the iconic Halong Bay. Made up of over a thousand limestone peaks, which jut out of the turquoise water like daggers, the bay has become famous for its surreal, otherworldly beauty, which we’ll witness first-hand on our junk boat tour. Then there’s the beaches; this tour ends with a few days at the coastal town of Phan Thiet, where pure white sand and azure shores are commonplace.
What's included?
Return flights & transfers-
Airport taxes & charges
Twin/double room for single use
Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 3 dinners
Drinking water and refreshing towels are provided in the vehicles-
Welcome drink
Inclusions as per itinerary
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
What's extra:
- Insurance click here
Itinerary
- London - Hanoi
- Exploring Hanoi
- Hanoi - Halong
- Halong - Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City - Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach)
- Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach)
- Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach)
- Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach) - Ho Chi Minh City - London
What you’ll be doing
Day One: Local life and exploration in Hanoi
- Overnight Hanoi
- The Ann Hotel four-star or similar
- Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day Two: Discover Hanoi's History
- Overnight Hanoi
- The Ann Hotel four-star or similar
- Breakfast and Lunch included
Day Three: Cruise the otherworldly beauty of Halong Bay
This morning, we depart for the stunning Halong Bay (3 ½ hour drive), located in the Gulf of Tonkin. Undoubtedly one of Vietnam’s most popular tourist destinations, with over 1600 islands and islets, most of which are uninhabited. Soon after arriving in Halong City, we check-in and board a traditional junk boat, with lunch served on board as we cruise towards the bay. During the course of the afternoon, we can enjoy some visits and activities, or simply relax on board (possibility to swim in the bay if weather permits). Dinner is served on the boat.
- Overnight Halong Bay
- Peony Cruise three-star or similar
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Day Four: Halong - Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast on board, we can enjoy the fresh morning in the bay, with the cruise ending around 11am. If time permits, stop at Hai Phong City for a short city tour (Hang Kenh Temple, The Central Market, Hai Phong Museum) before going to Haiphong Airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City. (Please note: Internal flight baggage allowance is 20Kg) Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh airport we will transfer to our hotel in Saigon. Please note: Breakfast, lunch or brunch will be served on board depending on each junk‘s service.
- Overnight Ho Chi Minh City
- Odys hotel 3* or similar
- Brunch included
Day Five: Sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh City
Today we enjoy a full day exploring the city. We visit the former Presidential Palace, or as it is known today – the Reunification Palace. Then we will head to the historical heart of the city and visit the Notre Dame Cathedral (outside visit only due to its renovation). The red bricks of the cathedral walls were originally from Paris. From there, we take a short walk to the old Central Post Office. After that, we will visit the best-preserved buildings from the colonial era, the Opera House and the Hotel de Ville now home to Saigon’s municipal authorities.
- Overnight Ho Chi Minh City
- Odys hotel three-star or similar
- Breakfast and Lunch Included
Day Six: Ho Chi Minh City - Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach)
After breakfast we will drive (3 hrs) to Phan Thiet and after we check-in at the hotel we can relax for the rest of the day. We'll enjoy lunch at the hotel after check-in.
- Overnight Phan Thiet
- Pandanus Resort four-star / Alezzboo Resort four-star or similar
- Breakfast and Lunch included
Day Seven: Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach)
After breakfast, we can relax on the beach, explore the local area, or perhaps join one of the optional day tours. Further details of the day tours can be found in FAQ's. In the evening, we will join our other Solos guests for dinner at a hotel restaurant.
- Overnight Phan Thiet
- Pandanus Resort four-star / Alezzboo Resort four-star or similar
- Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day Eight: Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach)
Unwind at the beach or go sightseeing, before lunch at the hotel restaurant.
- Overnight Phan Thiet
- Pandanus Resort four-star / Alezzboo Resort four-star or similar
- Breakfast Included
Day Nine: Phan Thiet (Mui Ne Beach) - Ho Chi Minh City - London
After breakfast, we spend the day enjoying a final day at the beach, thanks to a late 6pm check-out. We’ll then transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for our flight home.
- Breakfast included
Accommodation
Vietnam Cities & Beach
- The Ann Hotel four-star
- Peony Glory Cruise three-star
- Odys hotel three-star
- Pandanus Resort or Alezzboo Resort four-star
Dates & Prices
Frequently asked questions
- A reasonable level of fitness/mobility is required as we include plenty of sightseeing/travelling, some with early starts.
- The order of the itinerary and events may be subject to change
Please note:- Optional excursions are not guaranteed and are based on minimum numbers. The prices quoted are guideline only and may involve other non-Solos holidaymakers.
During your leisure beach stay you will have opportunity to join following optional excursions:
OPTION 1: PHAN THIET – WALKING BEYOND THE FAIRY STREAM & WHITE SAND DUNNE – HALFDAY
Pick up at your hotel, heading to the Fairly Stream. It is breath-taking and simply beautiful. Prepare yourself since you will have to walk around and the weather is relatively hot, however, the feeling of warm shallow water streaming between your toes is just great. Continue the visit at local Fishing Village to learn more about the farm and their working. On your way back, visit the White Sand Dunes, which is among the top attractions at Mui Ne after the beach itself.
The best time to visit is at sunrise and sunset when you can fully enjoy the beauty of this attraction. The sand at this moment will be in its full pink or light red splendour. Transfer back to your hotel. Note: Riding on sand dune by jeep is excluded and can be booked as extra services on spot if you wish.
OPTION 2: PHAN THIET– SIGHTSEEING AND TA CU MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE – HALF DAY
Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Ta Cu Mountain where you will enjoy a cable car ride to the peak of the mountain. Visit Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda and admire the panoramic view of the enchanting forest and magnificent mountainous scenery around. Continue on to Takou temple lying one of the biggest Buddha statues in the region. On the way back to your hotel, stop at a local dragon fruit’s farm and learn more about the cultivating process of this beautiful tropical fruit.
After that, visit Poshanu Cham Tower built during the old Champa Kingdom and now remained as the worship place of the Cham minority in Mui Ne; and Van Thuy Tu temple, which is famous for the whale skeleton of 22 meter in length and 65 tons in weight – the largest fishbone in Vietnam and South East Asia. The final stop will be a sand painting workshop. It displays a collection of art works made from sands in different themes. Transfer back to your hotel
