Hanoi's old quarter charm, Halong Bay's limestone cliffs, and Ho Chi Minh's rooftop energy. This trip is built for travelers who want history, scenery, and nightlife packed into one budget-friendly route across Vietnam.
Included: 5 nights hostel or budget hotel stay (twin sharing), round-trip domestic flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, an overnight Halong Bay cruise, a guided food walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter, a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, a local SIM or pocket Wi-Fi, all listed entry tickets, and a tour coordinator throughout.
Not Included: International flights, travel insurance, meals beyond breakfast, personal spending, and visa fees where applicable.
Visa: Hong Kong SAR passport holders currently don't need a visa for short tourist stays; confirm your own status before booking.
Timing: October to April brings drier, cooler weather across the north and south. May to September runs hot and humid, with a higher chance of rain around Halong Bay.
Packing: Comfortable walking shoes, light and breathable clothing, a swimsuit for the cruise, and closed shoes for the Cu Chi Tunnels crawl.
Group: You'll travel alongside solo travelers, friend groups, and pairs in a similar age range.
Tunnel Note:The Cu Chi Tunnels involve crawling through narrow, low-ceilinged spaces. Wider tourist-friendly sections are available for those who prefer to skip the tighter crawl.
Arrive in Hanoi, transfer to your stay, evening food walk through the Old Quarter.
Transfer to Halong Bay, board the overnight cruise, passing limestone cliffs and rice paddies along the way. Evening on board.
Morning kayaking or cave visit at Halong Bay, afternoon transfer back to Hanoi, evening free.
Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City, afternoon free to settle in and explore District 1.
Guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels in the morning, afternoon free for Ben Thanh Market. Evening rooftop bar hopping across the city's skyline.
Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for departure.
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Duration |
6 Days, 5 Nights |
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Cities |
Hanoi, Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City |
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Group Size |
10 to 16 travelers |
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Style |
Small group, budget-friendly |
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Season |
October to April for cooler, drier weather |
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Physical Level |
Light to moderate, includes boat transfers and tunnel crawling |
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Stay Type |
Hostel or 3-star hotel, twin sharing, 1 night on board the cruise |
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Meals |
Breakfast daily, others independent |
Halong Bay cruise cabins are limited each season. Get in touch with our team to check availability and lock in your dates.