Biking & Hiking Vietnam

In the morning, you will be met by your English speaking guide and transferred by private car to Ninh Binh province, located 110km from Hanoi to the South, Tam Coc cave may be one of the most spectacular sights in Vietnam. Along the Hoang Long River, vast limestone cliffs rise out of the rice paddies making Tam Coc somehow similar to Halong Bay, thus Tam Coc is also called Halong Bay on land. A river trip to Tam Coc and through three caves of Tam Coc is wonderful for photo hunters, especially when local residents come to harvest the rice planted along the river or when they transplant seeding for the next crop. Next to Tam Coc is Hoa Lu, the relics of the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. What remains are temples dedicated to the two heroes, King Dinh and King Le who had chosen Hoa Lu to build the citadel of the capital city. Though the temples are not wholly maintained, some precious antiques are still well preserved such as the whole-stone dragon thrones; wooden has-relieves and lacquered statues of King Dinh, Kinh Le and Queen Duong Van Nga who in turn got married to both of the Kings. Entrance fees and mineral water is included in this tour. Lunch will be prepared for you at a local restaurant.

Today, you will take a walking tour that explores the French Quarter through the ideas of its architects and the shape of its stones with your own English speaking guide. It is set in the time from the unraveling of all the threads of civilization, which have left their mark on the area, beginning with recent reminders of Soviet style. Just around the corner, discover a different world altogether as we visit the Buddhist pagoda of Quan Su, the center of Vietnamese Buddhism and Tran Hung Dao streets. You will learn about the French approach to justice and punishment and hear tales of daring Vietnamese resistance to the repressive regime. Enjoy the end of your tour with a nice cup of Vietnamese coffee. Entrance fee, coffee and mineral water is included in this tour. Lunch is not provided.

You will be picked up by private car with an English speaking guide and transferred from the train station to your hotel in Hanoi.

Transfer between Lao Cai train station and Sapa in a private vehicle with guide and driver.

Depart from Sapa and enjoy the magnificent view from your private car on the way to Lao Chai village. Along the road, stop at stalls that serve tea, fruits and sweets. Arrive at the Black H’mong village of Lao Chai, where you will experience the daily life of the community. Afterwards, walk from Lao Chai to Ta Van village, where the Zay hill tribes live. Here you will rest and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by your local guide (included). After lunch enjoy an afternoon of trekking through bamboo forests, followed by relaxation beside a waterfall. Continue and explore the Red Dao village of Giang Ta Chai. The tour ends with a return by private car to Sapa

From Sapa you will be cycling downhill into Muong Hoa and the Ban Ho valley. The ride offers beautiful views of the fantastic mountains and rice paddy fields along the way to a Tay stilt restaurant, where you will have lunch. After eating, you will take a pleasant walk to the Ecolodge, which consists of 25 individual lodges placed in a circle around the hills. From the Ecolodge there are breathtaking views across the scenic valleys below, which are home to villages of Tay, Red Dao and Xa Pho minorities. Later you will cycle over to the nearby Red Dao village of Lech. Here you have time to explore the daily life of the Red Dao people. After visiting the Red Dao village you cycle back to the Ecolodge from where you will return to Sapa by car.

Transfer between Sapa and Lao Cai train station in a private vehicle with guide and driver.

You will be picked up by private car with an English speaking guide and transferred from the train station to your hotel in Hanoi.

Transfer this morning from Hanoi to Halong Bay. The drive is roughly 3 hours.

Your heavenly journey across Halong Bay starts around noon on Tuan Chau Island at the doorstep of Vietnam's most fascinating wonder. As the vessel sets sails, you will be greeted by Paradise Crew and Cruise Manager who will aim throughout your stay at providing you with the highest standards of service for a pure pleasure and utmost comfort onboard the ship’s luxury facilities in stunning surroundings.

Discover some of the treasures disseminated across the Bay of the Descending Dragon during the afternoon like fascinating caves, pristine beaches, picturesque floating villages, fantastic rock formations rising up out of the emerald water.

While onboard, at your leisure you can take advantage of the Spa, Beauty and the Massage services provided. You will also have the opportunity to attend the chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking. Defined to be one of the highlights of your Paradise stay, a highly refined, innovative and varied cuisine will be presented for lunch and dinner in the elegant dining-room, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages from around the world.

In the morning, early risers can attend a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck at the break of dawn. Start the day enjoying some Paradise delights with a colourful buffet breakfast. Continue exploring Halong Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights.

The Paradise Luxury Cruise will come to an end on Tuan Chau Island between 10.30am and 11.00am. From here you will drive back to Hanoi.

Transfer between downtown Hanoi and the International Airport.

Fly one way from Hanoi to Danang.

You will be picked up by private car with an English speaking driver and transferred between Danang and Hue. (2 hrs)

Depart early morning by private vehicle and English speaking guide and transfer to visit Viet Nam's Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Phong Nha-Ke Bang contains some of the largest limestone formations in the world and has an extensive cave system that you will explore with an experienced local guide. After lunch (included), transfer back to Hue.

In the morning you will be transferred by private vehicle to visit the Hue Citadel - Vietnam’s former imperial capital and a recognized UNESCO World Heritage site. With an area of 500ha and a system of three circles of ramparts, this citadel is far more elaborate than those constructed by previous empires. After exploring this site, continue to visit the Tu Duc Tomb and stop at the Dong Ba market for shopping.

You will be picked up by an English speaking guide with a private car and transferred between Hue and Hoi An. (2.5 hrs)

Enjoy this private guided tour to CamKim Fishing Village. Here you will see the sights along the river and learn how to fish with the traditional methods of the Mekong. You will be instructed how to row a boat, spread a net, and catch fish. Afterwards head to a local restaurant and prepare your catch. Return to Cua Dai to take photographs and watch the sunset, or to go to the Bay Mau coconut forest in the Thuan Tinh eco- tourism zone.

You will be picked up at your hotel by private car with an English speaking guide and taken on a city tour to visit the ancient architecture of Hoi An. The city is a fascinating combination of Vietnamese traditional characters with Chinese and Japanese influence. There are plenty to see in this delightful town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tamky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and the vibrant market.

Airport transfer between Danang airport and Hoi An with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. (40 mins)

Fly from Danang to Dalat.

Transfer between Da Lat airport and your hotel with private vehicle and English speaking Driver.

You will be picked up by private car and English speaking guide today and transfer to Lang Bian Mountain, the highest peak from Dalat to South of Vietnam. Trek from the base 1, 450m to the summit 2, 169m. You will pass a vegetable farm, wood and rain forest. Enjoy the commanding view of the highlands (from which is possible to see the South China Sea on a clear day). After lunch (included) in a local restaurant, we continue to visit Lat village - the indigenous people of Dalat with their rich culture, long houses and weavings.

Transfer between Da Lat airport and your hotel with private vehicle and English speaking Driver.

Fly one way from Dalat to Ho Chi Minh City.

You will be picked up by private car and English speaking driver and head for Can Tho today. A stop will be made in Cai Be where you can visit the colourful floating market. Travel along the Mekong canals to Dong Ho Hiep island, located between Ving Long and Cai Be. Discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical rural life of the Mekong Delta. After lunch in a local restaurant, enjoy a stroll along the narrow canals before your transfer to Can Tho.

You will be picked up from your hotel by private car with an English speaking guide and depart in the morning towards Ninh Kieu wharf by shuttle-boat, where you can see bustling activity along the Can Tho riverbanks. You will approach Cai Rang floating market, where you will see up close the hectic commerce of the many local vendors. See the reenactment of selling done in the past by the local people who use a traditional "offering pole" to exchange consumer goods. To understand more about lifestyle here keep going into the small creeks called Rach Nho, where you will get a clear view of the southern countryside. Enjoy a pleasant lunch at local restaurant and in the afternoon, ride through the Can Tho countryside via small bicycle tracks. Stop along the way at one of the many fruit orchards to taste some of the succulent fruits of the Mekong Delta.

You will be picked up by private car with an English speaking guide and transferred between Can Tho and Ho Ch Minh City.

You will be picked up by a private car with an English-speaking guide and transferred between Ho Chi Minh City airport and your hotel.