10 days in Vietnam – Sensing the Timeless Charm

10 days in Vietnam is a sufficient amount of time for a perfect trip that touches some of the most attractive and well-known places on the map of this lovely country from the South to the North. And to help you make up your mind, the following is some advice and an ideal itinerary with a classic route, including all the captivating highlights of this lovely country.

I. HOW TO SPEND 10 DAYS IN VIETNAM?

Day 1: Arrive HCMC (D) – the start of your Vietnam exploration in 10 days

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There are several means of transport for your upcoming trip to Vietnam. If you are from your own country far from Vietnam, traveling by plan should be a great start for you 10 days in Vietnam conveniently. 

Ho Chi Minh City seems to be regarded as New York of Vietnam. A quick flight won’t make much of an impact on your travel energy. 

Ho Chi Minh with its recent growth has made this a top-tier destination in Vietnam. You will receive a warm welcome from swarms of endless motorbikes. 

Such a vibrant city, Ho Chi Minh is that it cannot be fully experienced within one short day. Take the river bus, ride through Thu Thiem Tunnel, admiring the view on the Sky Deck of Vietnam’s tallest building – Landmark 81, or the Independence Palace, Ben Thanh Market, Cu Chi Tunnel, and Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica.

After arriving in Ho Chi Minh city, you should take a rest to plan your whole 10-day itinerary or contact Luxury Travel for support and local guides.

Day 2: Mekong Delta Excursion (B/L)

Traveling around the market on a boat in Mekong Delta will definitely be such a memorable experience to visitors to admire hundreds of different boats packed with fresh and brilliantly-colored fruits and vegetables. 

Cai Rang Floating Market (Can Tho Province) is one of the most popular floating markets in Mekong Delta. Spending their most lifetimes on rivers, people are used to living on floating boats. For them, floating boats can be not only their houses but their place of trading fruits, food, agricultural products and many others as well. The products are diversified and abundant, from fruits, vegetables, foods to commodities, drinks, clothes, and candies hung on a pole to attract customers. Also to reach the visitors’ satisfaction at the highest notch, other useful services and products are available as well from the mobile card, cosmetic, clothes to drinks. This helps tourists feel like they are now surrounded by the markets on land, not on a boat or river anymore. Cai Rang starts at 5 a.m and lasts until the afternoon. However, visitors should arrive in it before 9 a.m to admire its liveliest moments. 

Being deep into the vibrant atmosphere, you will see the bustling vibe of the market and more importantly take a deeper understanding of and get closer to a new land – a new culture – the lives of residents on floating boats from generations to generations. 

Day 3, 4 and 5: HCMC – Nha Trang Beach Holiday (B)

As the Riviera of Southeast Asia, Nha Trang impresses everyone by a long stretch of wonderful coastline, white smooth sandy beaches with mountains at the end and historical attractions together with numerous fun activities. 

Sunbathing, Diving, Snorkeling and Enjoying Nha Trang’s beautiful beaches

Coming to the Nha Trang beach, sunbathing and relaxing on the beach or being deep into clean blue crystal-like water to enjoy swaying palms, and a pleasant promenade and the pristinely white sand are great. 

Also, what is more amazing than observing the underwater life and even playing with sea turtles? 

Visiting Vinpearl Land

To arrive in Vinpearl Land, you need to go by the cable car, which is regarded as the longest ropeway in both Vietnam and the world. Another way to reach here is traveling by boat, which takes about 20 minutes. Or the 7-to-9 minute cable car will be the most convenient path to Vinpearl Land and let you admire the spectacular view of the privileged bay of Nha Trang and Nha Trang city from above as well. 

Day 6: Nha Trang – Danang – Hoian (B/L)

You fly to Danang by Vietnam Airlines. Upon arrival in Danang, you will be greeted by our guide who will begin by escorting you on a tour of Danang City, including the Cham Museum where you can find out more about this ancient but advanced civilization.

Danang with Golden Bridge

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As a phenomenon since 2018 for its unique architecture of gray hands, Golden Bridge is one of top must-visit attractions in Danang. Standing on the bridge, you can admire the entire endless landscapes and stunning nature of Ba Na hills with a modern European style city.

The opening hour: 8.00 am to 6.30 pm. 

Price for Ba Na Hills: 700.000 VND/adult, 550.000 VND/child, free for children under 1m3

Other places

Da Nang is truly blessed with outstanding nature. Apart from My Khe Beach, you should spend some time during your trip to travel to other attractions, such as Son Tra Peninsula, Ba Na Hills Mountain Resort, The Ngu Hanh Son Mount or Hoi An. You will discover uniqueness in every place you come to. So when being in this Danang tailor-made tour, visitors can not admire the beauty of My Khe Beach, but other breathtaking places as well. 

After that, you will make your way the short distance to the Marble Mountains, where there will be the opportunity to climb to the top and admire the temples that have a commanding view over the surrounding district. 

Then you will continue to the delightful town of Hoian, approximately 30 km away. Once in Hoian, you will check into your hotel and have some time to explore Hoian on foot. Hoian is now one of five UNESCO-designated World Heritage sites in Vietnam. You will stay overnight in Hoi An.

What to explore in Hoian? 

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Hoian is not just famous for its ancient beauty and beautiful landscapes recognized many times worldwide, but also for its authentic cuisine as one of the 25 most attractive destinations for foodies around the world. In 2019, Hoian is on the list of top 9 must-visit destinations around the world.

Do not forget that you are in a heaven of street food with Cao Lau, Mi Quang, Hoian Chicken Rice – Com Ga Hoi An, or White Rose in Hoian, etc. 

Day 7: Hoian – Da Nang – Hanoi (B/L/-)

As one of the oldest cities in Vietnam, the most beautiful gem of this country attracts thousands and millions of tourists every year for its unique architecture of ancient streets perfectly. It is also the best place for foreigners to get a deeper understanding of Vietnamese lives, tradition, and customs. 

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You will have time to your wander through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter to the Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year-old Tam Ky ancestral house, Chua Ong Pagoda, or the Japanese Bridge.

Don’t miss Mot water – the most favorite drink and Phuong bread – the typical fast food in Hoian.

After that, you will fly to Hanoi and enjoy your free time. You can ride a cyclo around the Old Quarter then go to dinner at a super restaurant in the French Quarter. 

Last but not least in this ancient town, you can enjoy the typical traditional Vietnamese water puppet show in the evening.

Day 8: Hanoi (B/L)

If Ho Chi Minh City features the South of Vietnam, in the North, it must be Hanoi, which is not only the center of economy, culture, politics, and society of Vietnam but one of the most attractive tourist destination of that lovely country as well.

What to explore in Hanoi?

A full-day tour will take you to well-known destinations of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and Hanoi Old Quarter with a maze of 36 streets and craft guilds. 

You can also visit Hoan Kiem lake (the heart of Hanoi) with Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, romantic West Lake for couples, Tran Quoc Pagoda, or Quan Thanh Temple and the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum to get closer to Vietnam’s culture without traveling so far. You will stay overnight in Hanoi.

What to eat in Hanoi?

In addition to lots of attractive destinations, Hanoi impresses all visitors by its unique and diversified cuisines, which can be considered as the most typical dishes of Vietnam cuisine and at very reasonable prices. Don’t miss this street food heaven to make your 10 days in Vietnam more exciting.

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First, walking or motorbike food tour is extremely suitable for visitors wishing to enjoy Hanoi’s cuisine in a local way. There are great choices if you want to stay active throughout your holiday in the capital of Vietnam. If you are an unapologetic foodie, the tailor-made food tour Hanoi will let you enjoy authentic Vietnam’s cuisine with the help of a local chef. 

Or more interestingly, you can enjoy exploring a local market, where you pick your favorite ingredients before learning how to prepare popular street food dishes, such as bun cha (grilled pork patties with noodles), pho (beef noodle), and savory Vietnamese pancakes (ban xeo) and many more.

For a long Vietnam itinerary in 10 days, spending time at some bars or pubs at Tay Ho to enjoy West Lake night view would be not a bad idea. Moreover, you can meet and make friends with other foreigners under the romantic landscape. 

Day 9: Halong Bay Excursion (B/L)

It takes you approximately 3 hours to drive to Halong City. When you are in Halong Bay City, our guide will pick you up and take you to the four-hour cruise on this amazing bay, Halong Bay. You will have a chance to sip a drink and relax on the board to admire the marvelous natural beauty of One of Seven World’s Natural Wonders. The cruise will stop along the way for tourists to visit one of the limestone caves in the bay. 

For mealtime, you will be served a sumptuous local seafood lunch.

The local floating village is a vibrant feature of the daily life of Halong bay like the floating markets in Mekong Delta in Southern Vietnam. They live there and make ends meets from the diversified supply of the marine life, which might be hard to imagining living everyday life surrounded by the beauty of this well-known bay. 

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After a four hour navigation, you will sail back to the harbor, rejoin car and head back to your hotel in Hanoi for an overnight stay.

Day 10: Departure (B) – closing your 10 days in Vietnam

This is the end of your 10 day-in-Vietnam journey. No activity for today, so you are free to enjoy your free time in souvenir shopping or cafes until transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Try to make the most of Hanoi to make the perfect ending for the trip. 

II. LUXURY TRAVEL

Once you have made up your mind, we, Luxury Travel, will provide you with tailor-made tours to suit your needs. We provided high-end travel packages and tours with a 99% customer satisfaction rate. Our leaders and well-trained staffs are dedicated to providing you with the most authentic, luxurious travel experience.

Contact Us:

Address: No.456, Lac Long Quan Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: (+84) 4 3927 4120
Email: sales@luxurytravelvietnam.com
Hotline: (+84) 1234 68 69 96
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10 days in Vietnam – Sensing the Timeless Charm

10 days in Vietnam is a sufficient amount of time for a perfect trip that touches some of the most attractive and well-known places on the map of this lovely country from the South to the North. And to help you make up your mind, the following is some advice and an ideal itinerary with a classic route, including all the captivating highlights of this lovely country.

I. HOW TO SPEND 10 DAYS IN VIETNAM?

Day 1: Arrive HCMC (D) – the start of your Vietnam exploration in 10 days

Source: Luxury Travel Vietnam

There are several means of transport for your upcoming trip to Vietnam. If you are from your own country far from Vietnam, traveling by plan should be a great start for you 10 days in Vietnam conveniently. 

Ho Chi Minh City seems to be regarded as New York of Vietnam. A quick flight won’t make much of an impact on your travel energy. 

Ho Chi Minh with its recent growth has made this a top-tier destination in Vietnam. You will receive a warm welcome from swarms of endless motorbikes. 

Such a vibrant city, Ho Chi Minh is that it cannot be fully experienced within one short day. Take the river bus, ride through Thu Thiem Tunnel, admiring the view on the Sky Deck of Vietnam’s tallest building – Landmark 81, or the Independence Palace, Ben Thanh Market, Cu Chi Tunnel, and Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica.

After arriving in Ho Chi Minh city, you should take a rest to plan your whole 10-day itinerary or contact Luxury Travel for support and local guides.

Day 2: Mekong Delta Excursion (B/L)

Traveling around the market on a boat in Mekong Delta will definitely be such a memorable experience to visitors to admire hundreds of different boats packed with fresh and brilliantly-colored fruits and vegetables. 

Cai Rang Floating Market (Can Tho Province) is one of the most popular floating markets in Mekong Delta. Spending their most lifetimes on rivers, people are used to living on floating boats. For them, floating boats can be not only their houses but their place of trading fruits, food, agricultural products and many others as well. The products are diversified and abundant, from fruits, vegetables, foods to commodities, drinks, clothes, and candies hung on a pole to attract customers. Also to reach the visitors’ satisfaction at the highest notch, other useful services and products are available as well from the mobile card, cosmetic, clothes to drinks. This helps tourists feel like they are now surrounded by the markets on land, not on a boat or river anymore. Cai Rang starts at 5 a.m and lasts until the afternoon. However, visitors should arrive in it before 9 a.m to admire its liveliest moments. 

Being deep into the vibrant atmosphere, you will see the bustling vibe of the market and more importantly take a deeper understanding of and get closer to a new land – a new culture – the lives of residents on floating boats from generations to generations. 

Day 3, 4 and 5: HCMC – Nha Trang Beach Holiday (B)

As the Riviera of Southeast Asia, Nha Trang impresses everyone by a long stretch of wonderful coastline, white smooth sandy beaches with mountains at the end and historical attractions together with numerous fun activities. 

Sunbathing, Diving, Snorkeling and Enjoying Nha Trang’s beautiful beaches

Coming to the Nha Trang beach, sunbathing and relaxing on the beach or being deep into clean blue crystal-like water to enjoy swaying palms, and a pleasant promenade and the pristinely white sand are great. 

Also, what is more amazing than observing the underwater life and even playing with sea turtles? 

Visiting Vinpearl Land

To arrive in Vinpearl Land, you need to go by the cable car, which is regarded as the longest ropeway in both Vietnam and the world. Another way to reach here is traveling by boat, which takes about 20 minutes. Or the 7-to-9 minute cable car will be the most convenient path to Vinpearl Land and let you admire the spectacular view of the privileged bay of Nha Trang and Nha Trang city from above as well. 

Day 6: Nha Trang – Danang – Hoian (B/L)

You fly to Danang by Vietnam Airlines. Upon arrival in Danang, you will be greeted by our guide who will begin by escorting you on a tour of Danang City, including the Cham Museum where you can find out more about this ancient but advanced civilization.

Danang with Golden Bridge

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As a phenomenon since 2018 for its unique architecture of gray hands, Golden Bridge is one of top must-visit attractions in Danang. Standing on the bridge, you can admire the entire endless landscapes and stunning nature of Ba Na hills with a modern European style city.

The opening hour: 8.00 am to 6.30 pm. 

Price for Ba Na Hills: 700.000 VND/adult, 550.000 VND/child, free for children under 1m3

Other places

Da Nang is truly blessed with outstanding nature. Apart from My Khe Beach, you should spend some time during your trip to travel to other attractions, such as Son Tra Peninsula, Ba Na Hills Mountain Resort, The Ngu Hanh Son Mount or Hoi An. You will discover uniqueness in every place you come to. So when being in this Danang tailor-made tour, visitors can not admire the beauty of My Khe Beach, but other breathtaking places as well. 

After that, you will make your way the short distance to the Marble Mountains, where there will be the opportunity to climb to the top and admire the temples that have a commanding view over the surrounding district. 

Then you will continue to the delightful town of Hoian, approximately 30 km away. Once in Hoian, you will check into your hotel and have some time to explore Hoian on foot. Hoian is now one of five UNESCO-designated World Heritage sites in Vietnam. You will stay overnight in Hoi An.

What to explore in Hoian? 

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Hoian is not just famous for its ancient beauty and beautiful landscapes recognized many times worldwide, but also for its authentic cuisine as one of the 25 most attractive destinations for foodies around the world. In 2019, Hoian is on the list of top 9 must-visit destinations around the world.

Do not forget that you are in a heaven of street food with Cao Lau, Mi Quang, Hoian Chicken Rice – Com Ga Hoi An, or White Rose in Hoian, etc. 

Day 7: Hoian – Da Nang – Hanoi (B/L/-)

As one of the oldest cities in Vietnam, the most beautiful gem of this country attracts thousands and millions of tourists every year for its unique architecture of ancient streets perfectly. It is also the best place for foreigners to get a deeper understanding of Vietnamese lives, tradition, and customs. 

Source: Luxury Travel Vietnam

You will have time to your wander through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter to the Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year-old Tam Ky ancestral house, Chua Ong Pagoda, or the Japanese Bridge.

Don’t miss Mot water – the most favorite drink and Phuong bread – the typical fast food in Hoian.

After that, you will fly to Hanoi and enjoy your free time. You can ride a cyclo around the Old Quarter then go to dinner at a super restaurant in the French Quarter. 

Last but not least in this ancient town, you can enjoy the typical traditional Vietnamese water puppet show in the evening.

Day 8: Hanoi (B/L)

If Ho Chi Minh City features the South of Vietnam, in the North, it must be Hanoi, which is not only the center of economy, culture, politics, and society of Vietnam but one of the most attractive tourist destination of that lovely country as well.

What to explore in Hanoi?

A full-day tour will take you to well-known destinations of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and Hanoi Old Quarter with a maze of 36 streets and craft guilds. 

You can also visit Hoan Kiem lake (the heart of Hanoi) with Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, romantic West Lake for couples, Tran Quoc Pagoda, or Quan Thanh Temple and the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum to get closer to Vietnam’s culture without traveling so far. You will stay overnight in Hanoi.

What to eat in Hanoi?

In addition to lots of attractive destinations, Hanoi impresses all visitors by its unique and diversified cuisines, which can be considered as the most typical dishes of Vietnam cuisine and at very reasonable prices. Don’t miss this street food heaven to make your 10 days in Vietnam more exciting.

Source: Luxury Travel Vietnam

First, walking or motorbike food tour is extremely suitable for visitors wishing to enjoy Hanoi’s cuisine in a local way. There are great choices if you want to stay active throughout your holiday in the capital of Vietnam. If you are an unapologetic foodie, the tailor-made food tour Hanoi will let you enjoy authentic Vietnam’s cuisine with the help of a local chef. 

Or more interestingly, you can enjoy exploring a local market, where you pick your favorite ingredients before learning how to prepare popular street food dishes, such as bun cha (grilled pork patties with noodles), pho (beef noodle), and savory Vietnamese pancakes (ban xeo) and many more.

For a long Vietnam itinerary in 10 days, spending time at some bars or pubs at Tay Ho to enjoy West Lake night view would be not a bad idea. Moreover, you can meet and make friends with other foreigners under the romantic landscape. 

Day 9: Halong Bay Excursion (B/L)

It takes you approximately 3 hours to drive to Halong City. When you are in Halong Bay City, our guide will pick you up and take you to the four-hour cruise on this amazing bay, Halong Bay. You will have a chance to sip a drink and relax on the board to admire the marvelous natural beauty of One of Seven World’s Natural Wonders. The cruise will stop along the way for tourists to visit one of the limestone caves in the bay. 

For mealtime, you will be served a sumptuous local seafood lunch.

The local floating village is a vibrant feature of the daily life of Halong bay like the floating markets in Mekong Delta in Southern Vietnam. They live there and make ends meets from the diversified supply of the marine life, which might be hard to imagining living everyday life surrounded by the beauty of this well-known bay. 

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After a four hour navigation, you will sail back to the harbor, rejoin car and head back to your hotel in Hanoi for an overnight stay.

Day 10: Departure (B) – closing your 10 days in Vietnam

This is the end of your 10 day-in-Vietnam journey. No activity for today, so you are free to enjoy your free time in souvenir shopping or cafes until transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Try to make the most of Hanoi to make the perfect ending for the trip. 

II. LUXURY TRAVEL

Once you have made up your mind, we, Luxury Travel, will provide you with tailor-made tours to suit your needs. We provided high-end travel packages and tours with a 99% customer satisfaction rate. Our leaders and well-trained staffs are dedicated to providing you with the most authentic, luxurious travel experience.

Contact Us:

Address: No.456, Lac Long Quan Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: (+84) 4 3927 4120
Email: sales@luxurytravelvietnam.com
Hotline: (+84) 1234 68 69 96
Website: https://luxurytravelvietnam.com

Plan Your Trip Here!

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10+ Awe-Inspiring Destinations For Cambodia & Vietnam Trekking Tours

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Are you an adventurous person? Do you love hiking? Are you eager to discover new places and wander amidst the wild nature? Leaving the crowded city destinations behind and take Cambodia & Vietnam trekking tours. The soaring mountains and lush forests of these countries await!

I. Top destinations for Vietnam trekking tours.

1. Ha Giang – the northernmost land of Vietnam.

Duration: 3 – 4 days

Difficulty level: Extremely hard

Highlights: challenging Ma Pi Leng Pass, tribal villages, Love Market

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These years, Ha Giang has attracted huge attention from adventurous travelers thanks to its intrepid trekking routes. It is definitely a worth-visiting destination for trekking tours in Vietnam.

Ha Giang possesses untouched natural settings. It is home to marvelous mountainous sceneries with steep hills, deep valleys, and dense forests. Especially, a hiking tour to this land will allow you to conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass – the “King of Vietnam passes”. From the pass, you can also witness the beauty of Nho Que River, which lays deep beneath the abyss.

This winding road crossing the mountains will then lead you to Dong Van Plateau and Meo Vac, where live different ethnic groups. These indigenous people are friendly and hospitable. Their worry-free life is what each of us wants to achieve.

Other must-see destinations in Ha Giang are Khau Vai Love Market, Dong Van Geopark, Sa Phin village, and Hoang Su Phi town, and so on.

 

2. Sapa – a place that Vietnam trekking tours should never miss.

Duration: 2 – 3 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: jungle trek to Fansipan Peak, local ethic villages, local market

Thanks to its spectacular landscape, Sapa deserves to be one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Vietnam that adventurous travelers must see at least once. This mountainous area captures visitors’ heart with its soaring mountains and distinctive ethnic cultures.

Sapa and its surroundings are the highest mountainous terrain in Indochina with the highest peak at an altitude of 3143 meters. You will definitely stand in awe when seeing the majestic mountains loom in front of your eyes. The mountains seem to dominate the whole horizon whichever direction you are looking. It looks like a giant beast who took a nap and will never wake up.

Sapa treks will enable you to conquer nature. You can step inside the dense jungles to observe the wildlife, to listen to the murmurs of the birds, and to cool down with the splashes from the nearby waterfalls. Especially, there are customized hiking tours to conquer Fansipan Peak. You will spend days crossing the jungles before reaching the summit, where the panoramic views it offers would make your jaw drop.

North Vietnam tours to Sapa also mean an approach to the local ethnic life. While hiking through the tribal villages like Cat Cat, Ta Phin, and Ta Van, travelers will get the opportunities to observe the daily life of the indigenous people. It seems like you are stepping into a whole new world with stilt houses, rice terraces, and smiley people.

3. Mai Chau – the hidden valley amidst the mountains.

Duration: 2 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: marvelous Thung Khe Pass, rice terraces, and stilt houses of Thai ethnic people

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Located about 160 km from Hanoi city center, Mai Chau is a fascinating place for Vietnam trekking tours. The town is located between tall cliffs and surrounded by bright-green paddies, making it a sight to behold.

The route from Hanoi to Mai Chau is one of the most beautiful roads for Vietnam trekking tours. If you travel by motorbike, you will get a chance to catch the jaw-dropping views of the rice paddy fields, the sugarcane and orange plantations, the steep hills, and the incredible passes. Thung Khe Pass, which people also call as “Da Trang” Pass (White rock pass), is extraordinarily majestic and perfect for shooting photos. The final stretch to the town is awe-inspiring, too.

Additionally, Lac and Pom Coong Villages are two hamlets of Thai ethnic people that you should visit when trekking to Mai Chau. Their houses are built on stilts so as to protect people against rising water and dangerous animals. Now the locals serve stilt houses as accommodation for tourists, which we call “homestay”. You will live with the host in a shared house, eat meals, and even follow them to go the paddies to do farming. It is a great way to get exposure to the local culture.

4. Pu Luong – A new destination for Vietnam adventure tours.

Duration: 2 – 3 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: Pu Luong Natural Reserve, screaming Hieu Waterfall, Cao Son remote villages

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Although Pu Luong is still a new name in the map for Vietnam trekking tours, most of the travelers coming here would live a good review. They have a strong impression with the pristine beauty of this land, especially the dense primary forests and colorful terraced rice fields. It is quite easy reached from the city, thus becoming an ideal place for weekend breaks.

As Pu Luong is a Natural Reserve, the whole area still remains intact from tourism acts. You could trek to conquer Pu Luong Peak, which is at an altitude of 1,700 meters. It would be quite exhausting, but the exceptionally breathtaking view from the peak will make all your effort worthwhile. From here you can take a panoramic view over the mountainous areas and the tranquil valley far beneath.

Adventurers can also the dense jungle and rugged roads to reach the mysterious land of Cao Son, the home to 3 remote villages: Son, Ba, and Muoi. Or stop by some hamlets like Kho Muong, Pon, Thanh Cong, Cao Hoong, and Kit to observe the life of the tribal people.

Additionally, don’t forget to visit Hieu Waterfall to let the water splashes re-energize you for the next trip.  

5. Cuc Phuong National Park – A paradise for nature lovers.

Duration: 1 – 2 days

Difficulty level: normal

Highlights: huge hundred-year-old trees, butterfly season

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If you are eager to explore the rich bio-ecosystem of tropical forests, Cuc Phuong is where you should head your Vietnam trekking tours to. The roads on Cuc Phuong seems to be a match made in heaven for trekkers. The road curves along the valley, bordered on both sides by dense primary forests as well as a number of trails to accommodate trekkers.

For those traveling to North Vietnam between April and June, Cuc Phuong is absolutely a must-stop. It is when the park is full of different species of butterflies. When visitors drive or hike across the roads or the mud glades, you will stand in awe when seeing the large groups of butterflies burst into a cloud of colors. An assortment of butterflies ceaselessly patrolling the roads and chasing each other is such an amazing scene to watch.

Moreover, the night on the Park is also incredible to admire. The forest is enlightened with fireflies! The scene of millions of fireflies glittering under the moonlight in the jungle is just too awe-inspiring to dream.

6. Cat Ba Island – A promising land for Vietnam trekking tours.

Duration: 2 – 3 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: limestone islets of Lan Ha Bay, lush forests

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Cat Ba Island has long been a famous tourist attraction with its stunning beaches. Regretfully, most travelers do not know about Cat Ba National Park, which is also spectacular to explore.

The Park is the very first marine protected area of Vietnam. It consists of 3 subdivisions: terrestrial forest ecosystem, marine ecosystem, and mangrove ecosystem. It provides a natural habitat for various species of flora, fauna, many of which are rare plants and animals needing to be rigorously protected.

On your hiking route throughout the park, you will come across small streams, see various kinds of plants and animals, and smell the aroma from the flowers in the forest. The final destination is the mountain peak, where you can take a bird’s eye view over the breathtaking Lan Ha Bay.

Hard and tiring as your trip may be, the view you get from the peak makes it all worthwhile. Don’t forget to bring along a camera to take quintessential photos to bring home.

7. Phong Nha – Ke Bang – The sleeping giant in Middle Vietnam.

Duration: 2 – 4 days

Difficulty level: extremely hard

Highlights: awe-inspiring karst caves, jewel-blue streams, thrilling games

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Holding significant geological and bio-ecological values with a large system of karst cave and limestone mountains, Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park in Quang Binh Province possesses an irresistible appeal that could steal travelers’ heart from the very first meet.

The area is a model of karst landscapes with exceptionally underground rivers and marvelous karst caves. Moreover, it is home to evergreen primary forests, jewel-blue streams and river, and majestic limestone grottos. The scenery here is just too good to be true.

Your Vietnam trekking tours will never be complete without a visit to a karst cave: either Phong Nha or Thien Duong Cave. The million years of natural processes have left these places with magnificent stalagmites and stalactites, turquoise lakes, stunning sand, and rock bars. Your jaw will drop when witnessing such these unbelievable sceneries.

At Mooc Stream and Dark Cave – other famous destination in this park, travelers can participate in thrilling games like zip-line, kayaking, and jumping onto the water.

You can also book trekking tours to conquer the less-visited grottos deep inside the jungle. For a one-of-a-kind experience, you can try booking a tour to explore Son Doong Cave – the world’s largest cave. However, for these activities, you are required to have an exceptional physical condition, and of course, a super fat wallet.

8. Nam Cat Tien National Park – The must-see for south Vietnam tours.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: normal

Highlights: lowland tropical forests, bird gardens, lotus fields

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Not as famous as the North regarding destinations for Vietnam trekking tours, South Vietnam still has awe-inspiring places to explore. Nam Cat Tien National Park, with its stunning lowland tropical forests, is a quintessential place that adventurous travelers should not miss.

The whole area consists of different habitats, including the primary evergreen forest, secondary forest, bamboo forest, grassland, etc. It is diverse in flora & fauna, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. A visit to Cat Tien would allow travelers to wander around the forests, and even stay overnight at bungalows there.

Vietnam treks to Nam Cat Tien has its own appeal that you can not find in any other trekking tours. Not only can you explore nature, visitors can also learn about the long-lasting cultures of the surrounding areas by visiting the archeological sites.

II. Best places for trekking tours in Cambodia.

1. Mondulkiri Adventure – A step into the world of elephants.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: mighty rivers, dense jungle, and elephant-taming activity

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Mondulkiri is a highland province in the northeast of Cambodia. It is among the most favorable place for Cambodia hiking tours with its fascinating elephant tours.

Taking a jungle trek in Mondulkiri, travelers will be able to observe the wild nature here with screaming waterfalls, mighty rivers, wild animals, murmuring birds, etc. Especially, you will have the chance to play with elephants. Not only can you see and touch them, you can also feed, wash them, and follow them to the bamboo forests.

Staying overnight in the jungle is another should-try experience when coming to Mondulkiri. Let’s leave every stress and fatigue of life behind and harmonize with Mother Nature!

2. Phnom Kulen National Park, Siem Reap.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: exquisite waterfalls, religious temples and pagodas

Where to go hiking in Cambodia without going too far from the city center? Just about 1.5 hours driving from Siem Reap, you will reach Phnom Kulen National Park – the home to exquisite mountain and waterfall.

Kulen is a perfect destination for an outing. Here exist marvelous waterfalls, which are perfect spots to cool off. There are also Cambodian-style shelters and hammocks for you to hide away from the sunlight. It is undoubtedly a promising land to visit during hot summer days.

In addition to the magnificent landscapes, Phnom Kulen is also a sacred land with several temples and historical sites. Don’t forget to hike up the mountain to visit Kbal Spean – a significant Hinduist temple to immerse yourself into the serene spiritual world. For Buddhist followers, you can pay a visit to Preah Ang Thom instead.

3. Cardamon Mountain – An untouched rainforest.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: jungle treks, diverse wildlife

Krâvanh Mountains, also called Cardamon, is a great place for Cambodian trekking tours. Located near the border between Cambodia and Thailand, Cardamon is one of the largest rainforests in southeast Asia. It still remains intact from human activities.

Thanks to its untouched beauty, this mountain range has become a haunted place for intrepid tours. Here travelers can glide the boat along the rivers to reach the forests, walk under the large foliage inside the jungles, and experience a day like a local. Along the way, you will catch the image of different wild species. If you are lucky, you might come across a wild elephant or leopard, also.

4. Ratanakiri – Ideal place for jungle trekking in Cambodia.

Duration: 3- 4 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: majestic Sesan river, indigenous Cambodian ethnic people

An expedition in Ratanakiri would place a perfect end to your Vietnam Cambodia tour. This place has gained huge reputation worldwide for its outstanding natural beauty.

Ratanakiri possesses exceptional settings of soaring mountains, rolling hills, stretching bamboo forests, overwhelming rivers, and even more. Traveling to this land, you will be able to wander around the lush forest, paddle the boat on Sesan river, and spend the night in a tribal village amidst the jungle.

Visitors can also approach the life of the ethnic minority here. Many of them are illiterate and live by farming. They are struggling a hard life, but their smiles always hang on.

III. The bottom line.

The land of Vietnam and Cambodia still have many mighty areas that have not been discovered yet. If you love to challenge yourself with intrepid trips to remote areas, these two countries are definitely worth your consideration.

With 15 years of experience in organizing tailor-made tours to numerous travelers, Luxury Travel takes pride in being one of the best tour operators in Vietnam and Indochina. We always commit to bringing our dear customers the best experiences during their stay in our lovely land.

If you are seeking an agency to help you plan your Vietnam trekking tours, do not hesitate to drop us a line. We are always happy to be of service!

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10+ Awe-Inspiring Destinations For Cambodia & Vietnam Trekking Tours

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Are you an adventurous person? Do you love hiking? Are you eager to discover new places and wander amidst the wild nature? Leaving the crowded city destinations behind and take Cambodia & Vietnam trekking tours. The soaring mountains and lush forests of these countries await!

I. Top destinations for Vietnam trekking tours.

1. Ha Giang – the northernmost land of Vietnam.

Duration: 3 – 4 days

Difficulty level: Extremely hard

Highlights: challenging Ma Pi Leng Pass, tribal villages, Love Market

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These years, Ha Giang has attracted huge attention from adventurous travelers thanks to its intrepid trekking routes. It is definitely a worth-visiting destination for trekking tours in Vietnam.

Ha Giang possesses untouched natural settings. It is home to marvelous mountainous sceneries with steep hills, deep valleys, and dense forests. Especially, a hiking tour to this land will allow you to conquer Ma Pi Leng Pass – the “King of Vietnam passes”. From the pass, you can also witness the beauty of Nho Que River, which lays deep beneath the abyss.

This winding road crossing the mountains will then lead you to Dong Van Plateau and Meo Vac, where live different ethnic groups. These indigenous people are friendly and hospitable. Their worry-free life is what each of us wants to achieve.

Other must-see destinations in Ha Giang are Khau Vai Love Market, Dong Van Geopark, Sa Phin village, and Hoang Su Phi town, and so on.

 

2. Sapa – a place that Vietnam trekking tours should never miss.

Duration: 2 – 3 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: jungle trek to Fansipan Peak, local ethic villages, local market

Thanks to its spectacular landscape, Sapa deserves to be one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Vietnam that adventurous travelers must see at least once. This mountainous area captures visitors’ heart with its soaring mountains and distinctive ethnic cultures.

Sapa and its surroundings are the highest mountainous terrain in Indochina with the highest peak at an altitude of 3143 meters. You will definitely stand in awe when seeing the majestic mountains loom in front of your eyes. The mountains seem to dominate the whole horizon whichever direction you are looking. It looks like a giant beast who took a nap and will never wake up.

Sapa treks will enable you to conquer nature. You can step inside the dense jungles to observe the wildlife, to listen to the murmurs of the birds, and to cool down with the splashes from the nearby waterfalls. Especially, there are customized hiking tours to conquer Fansipan Peak. You will spend days crossing the jungles before reaching the summit, where the panoramic views it offers would make your jaw drop.

North Vietnam tours to Sapa also mean an approach to the local ethnic life. While hiking through the tribal villages like Cat Cat, Ta Phin, and Ta Van, travelers will get the opportunities to observe the daily life of the indigenous people. It seems like you are stepping into a whole new world with stilt houses, rice terraces, and smiley people.

3. Mai Chau – the hidden valley amidst the mountains.

Duration: 2 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: marvelous Thung Khe Pass, rice terraces, and stilt houses of Thai ethnic people

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Located about 160 km from Hanoi city center, Mai Chau is a fascinating place for Vietnam trekking tours. The town is located between tall cliffs and surrounded by bright-green paddies, making it a sight to behold.

The route from Hanoi to Mai Chau is one of the most beautiful roads for Vietnam trekking tours. If you travel by motorbike, you will get a chance to catch the jaw-dropping views of the rice paddy fields, the sugarcane and orange plantations, the steep hills, and the incredible passes. Thung Khe Pass, which people also call as “Da Trang” Pass (White rock pass), is extraordinarily majestic and perfect for shooting photos. The final stretch to the town is awe-inspiring, too.

Additionally, Lac and Pom Coong Villages are two hamlets of Thai ethnic people that you should visit when trekking to Mai Chau. Their houses are built on stilts so as to protect people against rising water and dangerous animals. Now the locals serve stilt houses as accommodation for tourists, which we call “homestay”. You will live with the host in a shared house, eat meals, and even follow them to go the paddies to do farming. It is a great way to get exposure to the local culture.

4. Pu Luong – A new destination for Vietnam adventure tours.

Duration: 2 – 3 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: Pu Luong Natural Reserve, screaming Hieu Waterfall, Cao Son remote villages

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Although Pu Luong is still a new name in the map for Vietnam trekking tours, most of the travelers coming here would live a good review. They have a strong impression with the pristine beauty of this land, especially the dense primary forests and colorful terraced rice fields. It is quite easy reached from the city, thus becoming an ideal place for weekend breaks.

As Pu Luong is a Natural Reserve, the whole area still remains intact from tourism acts. You could trek to conquer Pu Luong Peak, which is at an altitude of 1,700 meters. It would be quite exhausting, but the exceptionally breathtaking view from the peak will make all your effort worthwhile. From here you can take a panoramic view over the mountainous areas and the tranquil valley far beneath.

Adventurers can also the dense jungle and rugged roads to reach the mysterious land of Cao Son, the home to 3 remote villages: Son, Ba, and Muoi. Or stop by some hamlets like Kho Muong, Pon, Thanh Cong, Cao Hoong, and Kit to observe the life of the tribal people.

Additionally, don’t forget to visit Hieu Waterfall to let the water splashes re-energize you for the next trip.  

5. Cuc Phuong National Park – A paradise for nature lovers.

Duration: 1 – 2 days

Difficulty level: normal

Highlights: huge hundred-year-old trees, butterfly season

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If you are eager to explore the rich bio-ecosystem of tropical forests, Cuc Phuong is where you should head your Vietnam trekking tours to. The roads on Cuc Phuong seems to be a match made in heaven for trekkers. The road curves along the valley, bordered on both sides by dense primary forests as well as a number of trails to accommodate trekkers.

For those traveling to North Vietnam between April and June, Cuc Phuong is absolutely a must-stop. It is when the park is full of different species of butterflies. When visitors drive or hike across the roads or the mud glades, you will stand in awe when seeing the large groups of butterflies burst into a cloud of colors. An assortment of butterflies ceaselessly patrolling the roads and chasing each other is such an amazing scene to watch.

Moreover, the night on the Park is also incredible to admire. The forest is enlightened with fireflies! The scene of millions of fireflies glittering under the moonlight in the jungle is just too awe-inspiring to dream.

6. Cat Ba Island – A promising land for Vietnam trekking tours.

Duration: 2 – 3 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: limestone islets of Lan Ha Bay, lush forests

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Cat Ba Island has long been a famous tourist attraction with its stunning beaches. Regretfully, most travelers do not know about Cat Ba National Park, which is also spectacular to explore.

The Park is the very first marine protected area of Vietnam. It consists of 3 subdivisions: terrestrial forest ecosystem, marine ecosystem, and mangrove ecosystem. It provides a natural habitat for various species of flora, fauna, many of which are rare plants and animals needing to be rigorously protected.

On your hiking route throughout the park, you will come across small streams, see various kinds of plants and animals, and smell the aroma from the flowers in the forest. The final destination is the mountain peak, where you can take a bird’s eye view over the breathtaking Lan Ha Bay.

Hard and tiring as your trip may be, the view you get from the peak makes it all worthwhile. Don’t forget to bring along a camera to take quintessential photos to bring home.

7. Phong Nha – Ke Bang – The sleeping giant in Middle Vietnam.

Duration: 2 – 4 days

Difficulty level: extremely hard

Highlights: awe-inspiring karst caves, jewel-blue streams, thrilling games

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Holding significant geological and bio-ecological values with a large system of karst cave and limestone mountains, Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park in Quang Binh Province possesses an irresistible appeal that could steal travelers’ heart from the very first meet.

The area is a model of karst landscapes with exceptionally underground rivers and marvelous karst caves. Moreover, it is home to evergreen primary forests, jewel-blue streams and river, and majestic limestone grottos. The scenery here is just too good to be true.

Your Vietnam trekking tours will never be complete without a visit to a karst cave: either Phong Nha or Thien Duong Cave. The million years of natural processes have left these places with magnificent stalagmites and stalactites, turquoise lakes, stunning sand, and rock bars. Your jaw will drop when witnessing such these unbelievable sceneries.

At Mooc Stream and Dark Cave – other famous destination in this park, travelers can participate in thrilling games like zip-line, kayaking, and jumping onto the water.

You can also book trekking tours to conquer the less-visited grottos deep inside the jungle. For a one-of-a-kind experience, you can try booking a tour to explore Son Doong Cave – the world’s largest cave. However, for these activities, you are required to have an exceptional physical condition, and of course, a super fat wallet.

8. Nam Cat Tien National Park – The must-see for south Vietnam tours.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: normal

Highlights: lowland tropical forests, bird gardens, lotus fields

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Not as famous as the North regarding destinations for Vietnam trekking tours, South Vietnam still has awe-inspiring places to explore. Nam Cat Tien National Park, with its stunning lowland tropical forests, is a quintessential place that adventurous travelers should not miss.

The whole area consists of different habitats, including the primary evergreen forest, secondary forest, bamboo forest, grassland, etc. It is diverse in flora & fauna, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. A visit to Cat Tien would allow travelers to wander around the forests, and even stay overnight at bungalows there.

Vietnam treks to Nam Cat Tien has its own appeal that you can not find in any other trekking tours. Not only can you explore nature, visitors can also learn about the long-lasting cultures of the surrounding areas by visiting the archeological sites.

II. Best places for trekking tours in Cambodia.

1. Mondulkiri Adventure – A step into the world of elephants.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: mighty rivers, dense jungle, and elephant-taming activity

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Mondulkiri is a highland province in the northeast of Cambodia. It is among the most favorable place for Cambodia hiking tours with its fascinating elephant tours.

Taking a jungle trek in Mondulkiri, travelers will be able to observe the wild nature here with screaming waterfalls, mighty rivers, wild animals, murmuring birds, etc. Especially, you will have the chance to play with elephants. Not only can you see and touch them, you can also feed, wash them, and follow them to the bamboo forests.

Staying overnight in the jungle is another should-try experience when coming to Mondulkiri. Let’s leave every stress and fatigue of life behind and harmonize with Mother Nature!

2. Phnom Kulen National Park, Siem Reap.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: exquisite waterfalls, religious temples and pagodas

Where to go hiking in Cambodia without going too far from the city center? Just about 1.5 hours driving from Siem Reap, you will reach Phnom Kulen National Park – the home to exquisite mountain and waterfall.

Kulen is a perfect destination for an outing. Here exist marvelous waterfalls, which are perfect spots to cool off. There are also Cambodian-style shelters and hammocks for you to hide away from the sunlight. It is undoubtedly a promising land to visit during hot summer days.

In addition to the magnificent landscapes, Phnom Kulen is also a sacred land with several temples and historical sites. Don’t forget to hike up the mountain to visit Kbal Spean – a significant Hinduist temple to immerse yourself into the serene spiritual world. For Buddhist followers, you can pay a visit to Preah Ang Thom instead.

3. Cardamon Mountain – An untouched rainforest.

Duration: 2- 3 days

Difficulty level: normal to hard

Highlights: jungle treks, diverse wildlife

Krâvanh Mountains, also called Cardamon, is a great place for Cambodian trekking tours. Located near the border between Cambodia and Thailand, Cardamon is one of the largest rainforests in southeast Asia. It still remains intact from human activities.

Thanks to its untouched beauty, this mountain range has become a haunted place for intrepid tours. Here travelers can glide the boat along the rivers to reach the forests, walk under the large foliage inside the jungles, and experience a day like a local. Along the way, you will catch the image of different wild species. If you are lucky, you might come across a wild elephant or leopard, also.

4. Ratanakiri – Ideal place for jungle trekking in Cambodia.

Duration: 3- 4 days

Difficulty level: hard

Highlights: majestic Sesan river, indigenous Cambodian ethnic people

An expedition in Ratanakiri would place a perfect end to your Vietnam Cambodia tour. This place has gained huge reputation worldwide for its outstanding natural beauty.

Ratanakiri possesses exceptional settings of soaring mountains, rolling hills, stretching bamboo forests, overwhelming rivers, and even more. Traveling to this land, you will be able to wander around the lush forest, paddle the boat on Sesan river, and spend the night in a tribal village amidst the jungle.

Visitors can also approach the life of the ethnic minority here. Many of them are illiterate and live by farming. They are struggling a hard life, but their smiles always hang on.

III. The bottom line.

The land of Vietnam and Cambodia still have many mighty areas that have not been discovered yet. If you love to challenge yourself with intrepid trips to remote areas, these two countries are definitely worth your consideration.

With 15 years of experience in organizing tailor-made tours to numerous travelers, Luxury Travel takes pride in being one of the best tour operators in Vietnam and Indochina. We always commit to bringing our dear customers the best experiences during their stay in our lovely land.

If you are seeking an agency to help you plan your Vietnam trekking tours, do not hesitate to drop us a line. We are always happy to be of service!

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