Journey Through Northern Vietnam

Embark on a 12-day adventure through northern Vietnam, immersed in the country’s rich culture and near-mythic beauty. Step into the bustling streets of Hanoi, be surrounded by the emerald waters and towering islands of Ha Long Bay, and glimpse into rural life and history from Ninh Binh to Mai Chua.

• On a food tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter, explore the city from the seat of a legendary UAZ-469 Soviet Era army open-air jeep.
• Learn about Vietnamese water puppetry in the home of a renowned artist, who shares stories about her life and work.
• Visit Tràng An Grottoes (UNESCO), on a boat tour drifting by limestone mountains, caves, and temples.
• Cruise the waters of Ha Long Bay and overnight on a junk boat, practice tai chi at sunrise, go kayaking, and venture into a fishing village.
• In Mai Chau, visit with a Vietnam war veteran and their family and learn about the war from their perspective.
• In Ninh Binh, enjoy a cooking experience followed by a home-hosted meal with a local family as they share family stories and secrets to making sticky rice.
• Optional 5-night post tour extension to Southern Vietnam.