Highlights of Northern Vietnam
- Trekking, Hilltribes, Hanoi and Halong Bay
- Superb 6-day trekking holiday in Northern Vietnam
- Fantastic variety of ethnic groups
- Experience Hanoi and Halong Bay
- Bike through ricefields and beautiful limestone outcrops
Close to the border with China, the mountainous terrain of northern Vietnam is home to a diversity of hilltribes whose traditional lifestyles have changed little for centuries. From Viet Quang, 6 days of delightful trekking take us to some of the most remote villages in the area, where we enjoy homestays with the local tribes: Tay, Dzao, Nung and Hmong. Walking through unspoiled forest and carefully tended rice paddies, we picnic beside hidden waterfalls and spend time in colourful market towns such at Quang Nguyen and Bac Ha. Returning to Hanoi, we have time to explore this enchanting city and also to explore the amazing limestone landscape of Tam Coc, by bike and by boat, as we travel to the trip's finale at Halong Bay. Here, we have 2 nights on a traditional junk, with island visits, great food, swimming, sunbathing and kayaking. No demanding trekking, but the best of northern Vietnam.
Is this holiday for you?
Less demanding than our Fansipan trip, the ‘Highlights of Northern Vietnam' showcases the best of Vietnam's rich cultural and scenic charms. During the 6 day trek you will be walking mostly on village trails and jungle tracks. Generally the underfoot conditions are good although they can become muddy and slippery in some places after heavy rain. However, it should be noted that it can be quite hot especially around the middle of the day and with high humidity this can have an enervating effect on performance. The trekking day is typically around 5 – 6 hours long although the day we trek to Coc Dong will be considerably longer and with a fairly big ascent on this day. We have given the overall grade of the trip as MODERATE. This trip should be easily within the capabilities of active hikers and hill walkers.
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