2-week trip to Vietnam – Ha Giang Loop & Central Vietnam

Discover North and Central Vietnam during a 14-day, 13-night tour.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture by discovering the country’s capital, Hanoi.

Discover the incredible landscapes of the North East of Vietnam up to the Chinese border during the Ha Giang loop as well as the Cao Bang waterfalls.

Enjoy an incredible cruise on the famous Halong Bay before discovering the history of the Nguyen Dynasty in Hue, the ancient historical capital of the country.

Finish your trip in Hoi An, a small picturesque town south of Danang, and relax on its beaches for an end of seaside stay.

This complete program which is en example and can be changed, is available in PDF version here.

Day 1 | Hanoi

Our English-speaking driver meets you at the airport then transfer to the hotel.

Day 2 | Hanoi | B, L

Our English-speaking tour guide meets you around 9 a.m.

Dive into the atmosphere of Hanoi in the 36-guild district during a cyclo ride.

Take a gourmet break and enjoy the egg coffee, a specialty of the city.

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on the shores of Ho Tay Lake.

After lunch, discover the Temple of Literature, before ending the day with a visit to the Vietnamese women’s museum where traditional women’s costumes are remarkably highlighted.

Day 3 | Hanoi - Ha Giang | B

Leisure day in Hanoi, then, around 4 p.m., transfer by minibus to Ha Giang where you arrive around 10:30 p.m. and overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 | Ha Giang – Pho Bang | B, L, D

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., meet our English-speaking guide and departure by car.

Leave the plains and enter the mountainous region of Quan Ba. Discover the Heaven Gate built by the French to prevent foreigners from entering these lands filled with opium. Visit the H'mongs women’s cooperative in Lung Tam, where families still grow hemp, to make handmade clothes with their traditional symbols and designs before lunch.

Stop at the iconic Tham Ma Pass and walk through the border villages of Pho Cao and Pho Bang, with traditional architecture houses made of compacted earth and yin-yang tiles. Dinner and overnight at Sung Home in the surroundings of Pho Bang.

Day 5 | Pho Bang – Dong Van | B, L, D

After breakfast explore the palace of King H'mong with its many references to opium, Chinese culture and feng shui.

Then start on a road through mountains to the northernmost point of Vietnam, Lung Cu where a tower proudly carries the national flag. Then visit the village of Lo Lo Chai, where the Lo Lo live, which has managed to preserve its essence and traditional architecture. Lunch on the way.

Finally go down into the valley, passing through remote villages like Ma Le, to reach Dong Van. Dinner and overnight in Cliffside, Dong Van.

Day 6 | Dong Van – Pac Bo | B, L, D

After breakfast, join the pass of Ma Pi Leng, the most beautiful pass of Vietnam, with a view on the turquoise river of Nho Que then take the snail road famous for its sharp turns.

Continue through the town of Bao Lac, entering the province of Cao Bang. Lunch on the way in Bao Lac. Arrival finally in Pac Bo, a peaceful valley surrounded by a peaceful river for dinner and night.

Day 7 | Pac Bo – Ban Gioc | B, L, D

After breakfast start the day towards Thung Mountain, known as the "Eyes of God", a giant hole then small hike to admire the landscapes of the region.

Continue the route via Trùng Khánh, crossing peaceful valleys and small ethnic villages to Ban Gioc waterfalls.

Lunch near the waterfall, then visit the impressive Nguom Ngao Cave.

Dinner and overnight at Lan’s Homestay near Bản Gioc.

Day 8 | Ban Gio - Hanoi | B, L

After breakfast, leave the waterfalls to head south, following the river through quiet villages and limestone cliffs. Visit the blacksmith village of Phúc Sen, where artisans still make knives by hand using techniques passed down from generation to generation.

Then continue to the remote valley of Phía Thap, where the Nùng An people live in stone houses and still make incense from forest bark. Then cross the picturesque pass of Mã Phục, one of the most emblematic, before arriving at Cao Bang.

Lunch in Cao Ban then around 4 p.m., minibus to Hanoi.

Day 9 | Hanoi – Tu Long Bay | B, L, D

Departure by minibus around 8 a.m. to go to the harbor of Ha Long.

On the boat, meet the English-speaking tour guide and start your cruise with the lunch in the middle of the impressive rocky peaks of Lan Ha Bay.

In the afternoon, a kayak tour will immerse you in the magnificent landscapes of the bay near Cap La Island.

At the end of the day, admire the amazing sunset igniting the bay before dinner. Then discover squid fishing after dinner or relax with some board games, perfect for a family evening.

Day 10 | Tu Long Bay - Hue | B, L

If you are an early riser, marvel at the splendor of the sunrise over the immensity of the bay during a Tai Chi session.
After breakfast, discover Thienh Canh Son Cave.

Come back to the boat for check out and lunch, then return to the harbor to take the road to Hanoi where you arrive around 3 p.m.

In the evening, night train to Hue.

Day 11 | Hue | L, D

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the station upon your arrival around 9:30 a.m. to go visit the Imperial City.

Then discover Thien Mu pagoda. Then embark on a traditional dragon boat and navigate the Perfume River to return to the city center.

After lunch, go to the countryside of Hue to discover the history of the Tomb of Tu Duc and to walk the paths of its gardens in the middle of the bodies of water. Then, make a photo break at the incense village and go back to the hotel.

Then, make a photo stop at the incense village and go back to the hotel.

In the evening we will meet to enjoy a dinner together, which will be an opportunity to share about Vietnam.

Day 12 | Hue - Hoi An | B

Departure from your hotel around 9 a.m. with our English-speaking driver.

Take the road to Hoi An and enjoy a photo break at the Lang Co Lagoon.

Then from the Hai Van Pass, contemplate the region’s sumptuous landscapes, with its lush forests and panoramic sea views before arriving in Hoi An late morning.

Day 13 | Hoi An | B, L

Transfer around 8.30 a.m. to reach this cafe restaurant in the middle of the rice fields of Hoi An.

Then departure by bicycle to reach the local market at about 1 km to discover the colorful stalls and buy some ingredients necessary for your cooking class.

The English-speaking chef will then guide you to prepare 4 traditional Vietnamese dishes for about 2 hours.

Finally taste the fruit of your work in this exceptional setting and return to the hotel by car.

Day 14 | Hoi An | B

Leisure day in Hoi An.

Day 15 | Hoi An - Return flight | B

Transfer to Danang airport during the day for you return flight.

2025 - 2026 PRICE:

1.480 € per pax for 2 pax

1.270 € per pax for 4 pax

The full programme is available in PDF format here.