Itinerary - Vietnam 360° Collection

Round trip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!

Check-in at the hotel in Hanoi and welcome meeting. We immediately immerse ourselves in the vibes of Vietnam: Hanoi, like many other Asian cities, is a tangle of busy streets, street food stalls in every corner, and scooters whizzing between cars and trucks. This first impression may be a bit shocking but we'll quickly get used to it. And what better way to start the adventure, than with food! We'll find a local place where we can delight our palates with some local delicacies and toast the beginning of this adventure!

We’ve got the whole day to dive into the magic of Hanoi — a city where ancient traditions meet modern life. History lovers can explore the tranquil Tran Quoc Pagoda or the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first National University. Prefer to go with the flow? Get lost in the charm of the Old Quarter and let Hanoi’s rhythm lead the way. There’s no shortage of things to do — so let’s choose our own adventure and make the most of every moment!

To make sure we don’t miss out on a taste of real adventure, tonight we hop on an overnight train that will take us straight to Lao Cai while we sleep. But this isn’t just any train: think cozy wooden panels, a touch of local tradition blended with modern comforts, and everything we need for a smooth, peaceful ride. For one night, we’ll travel like true locals - without giving up our creature comforts - and wake up to a brand new landscape, ready for the next chapter of our journey.

This morning, we wake up in Lao Cai - the final stop of our overnight train journey. A transfer is waiting to whisk us away to Sapa, nestled in the far north of Vietnam near the Chinese border. Over the years, this mountain town has become a beloved destination for trekkers and nature enthusiasts, and it’s easy to see why. Set at 1,650 meters above sea level at the base of the Hoang Lien Mountains — also known as the Tonkinese Alps — Sapa is a breathtaking blend of dramatic landscapes and peaceful rhythms.

We lace up our boots and hit the trails, trekking through lush rice terraces, rolling hills, and sleepy villages untouched by time. Along the way, we meet locals in nearby villages and get a glimpse of life in these remote corners. By late afternoon, we return to our ecolodge in Sapa, where a cozy night and a delicious Northern Vietnamese dinner await.

Let’s be honest - after all that trekking, we’re more than happy to settle in for a long, comfy transfer! Time to kick back, relax, and watch the scenery shift as we leave the mountains behind… all set to the perfect road trip playlist. Who’s got the ultimate soundtrack for today?

We roll into Ninh Binh in the early afternoon and, after checking in, it’s time to stretch our legs again - bike ride, anyone? It’s the perfect way to explore the area and soak up the serene countryside at our own pace.

Today we can choose from numerous enchanting attractions to let ourselves be enchanted by. An option could be the Tam Coc Caves : here stalactites and stalagmites dominate the landscape and nearby it is possible to visit the Bich Dong pagoda from which you can admire a breathtaking view of Ninh Binh. Alternatively, there is also the Bai Dinh Pagoda , which in addition to being a famous Buddhist pilgrimage site, is the largest pagoda in all of Vietnam. Or we could visit Hoa Lu , the ancient capital of Vietnam, surrounded by high mountains and several temples, including Dinh Tien Hoang Temple.

Early in the morning we are already ready for the new adventure of the day. With a transfer of a few hours we reach Ha Long Bay , in the Gulf of Tonkin. This bay is studded with around 2,000 islands rich in vegetation which make it truly magical. Around lunchtime we board a traditional junk, which will become our home for the rest of the day. We begin our splendid navigation in the bay by visiting the Sung Sot Cave (Cave of Surprises), we then climb the approximately 150 steps and enjoy the magnificent view of part of the bay from above. Along the way we can admire numerous formations of stalactites and stalagmites illuminated by suggestive coloured lights. After a dinner together we continue the night cruise among the mystical mountains.

Today we wake up early to enjoy the last hours in this authentic natural paradise : after all, it's not every day you wake up in Ha Long Bay. We disembark around 11am and return to Hanoi ; there is no time to waste because we have a flight waiting for us, ready to take us directly to Hue.

Hue is the hub of Vietnam's historical past. This former imperial capital is an eclectic mix of busy streets and peaceful beauty. Locals say this is a good place to try specialties enjoyed by Emperor Nguyen such as banh khoai royal rice cake… will it be good?! All we have to do is try!

Today we have the day at our complete disposal and there is certainly no shortage of alternatives! Here there are royal palaces, ancient pagodas and imperial tombs. The pace is slow, the streets are quiet and it seems as if time has never passed! The Forbidden City , which has become a UNESCO cultural heritage site, together with the Mausoleums of the Emperors, the Museum of Royal Arts containing the ancient artifacts of the Nguyen Dynasty, the Pagoda of Heavenly Dames located on the bank of the Perfume River and the Bach Ma Monastery located on the top of a mountain, they represent the most historical thing you can see in Vietnam.

Weroaders, get out of bed: after breakfast we will leave for the beautiful Hoi An but first we will make a stop in the Tam Giang Lagoon for a 100% local experience. We visit the ancient village and learn more about local life before boarding a boat to visit the lagoon and see the fishermen at work. The last stop is a local farm : are you ready for a real zero-mile lunch?

With full bellies we set off again towards Hoi An: recently declared a World Heritage Site, this town has been beautifully restored and preserved, with parts of the town looking exactly as they did more than a century ago. Let's take a walk, what do you say?

Once upon a time, before the thousands of motorbikes, Vietnam ran on bicycles. So let's go back in time, grab some rental bikes and follow our local guide who will take us to discover the secrets of the countryside surrounding Hoi An. We pass between rice plantations, cultivated fields, small local markets and ancient villages. We conclude the tour with a fun, interactive cooking class. We then spend the evening in the streets of Hoi An, which is also known as the "city of lanterns" - and we will soon understand why!

The ancient capital of South Vietnam, now known as Ho Chi Minh City , is the symbol of a more modern Vietnam , although old traditions mix well with this push towards the future. We are in the most populous city in all of Vietnam so the first impact will be that of being in a city in constant movement! We cannot miss the excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels , the ancient tunnels used during the Vietnam War of the 1960s. Despite the years that have passed, the memory of the war is still very strong: this morning will be an opportunity for us to get to know yet another aspect of Vietnam. We will also have the opportunity to climb into the tunnels - definitely not suitable for those who suffer from claustrophobia, but have no fear: it's all optional and at personal discretion!

We dedicate our last day in Vietnam to discovering Ho Chi Minh City again, a city truly with a thousand faces . Today we have some free time to indulge in our last whims: maybe we'll take a trip to the local market to try some street food and make our last purchases before returning? Finally, this evening our farewell dinner together awaits us, but hopefully not the last time we see each other!

We say goodbye and look forward to the next WeRoad adventure!