For detailed departures, itineraries and prices please visit our website172family adventuresItineraryVietnam Coastal Explorer 14 days This family adventure combines the excitement of Saigon, the relaxing beaches of the coast and the French-colonial charm of HanoiWe start our trip in bright and bustling Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). The Ben Thanh Market sells everything under the sun, while the War Remnants Museum provides a sobering reminder of Vietnam's war-ravaged past. A journey down the mighty Mekong by boat takes us to a small island, where we spend the night in a homestay with a local family. From the laid-back beach town of Nha Trang, we explore offshore islands and snorkel amongst the colourful fish and coral in the warm waters of the South China Sea. We ride bicycles around ancient Hoi An and explore the charming northern capital, Hanoi, before heading to Halong Bay, where the rugged limestone pinnacles and grottoes combine to form one of the world's most enchanting landscapes.Trip InfoDeparture DatesDAY 1 / SAIGON - Arrive in Saigon and transfer to hotel. DAY 2: SAIGON - We start our trip with a city tour of busy, bright and bustling Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Here, the Ben Thanh Market seems to sell everything under the sun, while the War Remnants Museum provides a sobering reminder of Vietnam's war-ravaged past. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at leisure. DAYS 3-4 / MEKONG DELTA - Travel to the scenic Mekong Delta. A journey along the Mekong by boat takes us to a small island, where we spend the night in a homestay with a local family - a real highlight. Return to Saigon. DAYS 5-6 /NHA TRANG - Visit the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels then fly to the laid-back beach town of Nha Trang. Free day to relax in Nha Trang. DAY 7 / NHA TRANG - Enjoy a boat cruise exploring the offshore islands and snorkelling amongst the colourful fish and coral in the warm waters of the South China Sea. We then hop on the overnight sleeper train to Danang. DAYS 8-9 / HOI AN - On arrival at Danang we visit China Beach, enjoyed as an 'R & R' spot during the Vietnam War, as well as the sensational Marble Mountains for a short trek. Continue onto the ancient port of Hoi An. Hoi An has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. Today it is a delightful backwater town with a maze of narrow streets and an air of liveliness about it.DAYS 10-11 / HANOI - Fly to the charming northern capital Hanoi. We enjoy lunch at KOTO restaurant, an amazing project aimed at providing vocational training for underprivileged young people then enjoy a free afternoon. DAY 12 / HALONG BAY - Travel to Halong Bay where the rugged limestone pinnacles and grottoes combine to form one of the world's most recognisable landscapes. We embark on a memorable cruise amongst this remarkable scenery. A lunch of local seafood is served on board and there are opportunities for swimming, kayaking and visiting one of Halong Bay's many limestone grottoes. Overnight on board. DAY 13 / HANOI - Cruise the bay before returning to Hanoi. DAY 14 / HANOI - Our tour ends in Hanoi this morning.Grade: Culture EasyInclusions: Local tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees. Accommodation: 10 nights comfortable hotel, 1 night overnight train, 1 night homestay, 1 night boat Meals: 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners. Group size: Minimum 8, maximum 15. Tour code: PTVCStart FinishStart Finish201103 Jan 16 Jan10 Jan 23 Jan17 Jan 30 Jan31 Jan 13 Feb14 Feb 27 Feb28 Feb 13 Mar14 Mar 27 Mar28 Mar 10 Apr11 Apr 24 Apr18 Apr 01 May25 Apr 08 May09 May 22 May27 Jun 10 Jul04 Jul 17 Jul11 Jul 24 Jul08 Aug 21 Aug19 Sep 02 Oct26 Sep 09 Oct03 Oct 16 Oct21 Nov 04 Dec19 Dec 01 Jan26 Dec 08 Jan201202 Jan 15 Jan09 Jan 22 Jan16 Jan 29 Jan13 Feb 26 Feb12 Mar 25 Mar02 Apr 15 Apr09 Apr 22 Apr

BOOK NOW at www.imaginative-traveller.com or CALL 0845 287 0769family adenrstuv173ItineraryDAY 1 / HANOI - Arrive Hanoi.DAY 2 / HANOI - Our adventure starts in the charming old city of Hanoi, exploring its characteristic markets and backstreets by cyclo - a great way to see all the hustle and bustle of locals going about their daily business. We will also learn about some of Vietnam's turbulent history. DAY 3 / HALONG BAY - Travel to Halong Bay for an exciting boat trip amongst towering limestone cliffs, hundreds of spectacular islands and clear blue seas - a true fairytale setting. This spectacular collection of limestone pinnacles is the first of three UNESCO World Heritage sites on the trip.DAY 4 / HANOI - HUE - Return to Hanoi and board the famous Reunification Express overnight train. Head south glimpsing scenes of rural life from the train window.DAY 5 / HUE - Arrive Hué, the cultural capital. Here we will travel by boat along the Perfume River to the tombs of the ancient Nguyen dynasty.DAY 6 / HUE - Free timeDAYS 7-9 / HOI AN - Travel to the charming town of Hoi An. We have three nights to savour the atmosphere of this tranquil old port, our favourite place in Vietnam. There is plenty of time to explore its colourful streets and riverside market, or simply relax on a nearby beach.DAY 10 / SAIGON - Fly to Saigon. Visit the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels.DAY 11 / MEKONG DELTA - Spend a day cruising the backwaters of the Mekong Delta - a charming way to see and participate in traditional Vietnamese village life. We spend a night with a local family deep in the heart of this rural waterway.DAY 12 / SAIGON - Return to Saigon where there is plenty of time to explore its bustling streets and temples.DAY 13 / SAIGON - Trip ends.Good Morning Vietnam! 13 daysA blend of the 'must-see' highlights with memorable experiences.A classic introduction to South East Asia - visit the beaches, markets, islands and colourful cities of Vietnam.On this exciting trip you'll travel by sleeper train, boat and rickshaw helping you really understand the local way of life.Trip InfoDeparture DatesMinimum age: 7 yearsTransport: Boats, domestic flight, sleeper train, cyclo (cycle rickshaw), minibus, taxiAccommodation: Hotels (9nts), homestay (1nt), sleeper train (1nt), boat (1nt)Meals: 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinnersTour code: FFVWStart FinishStart Finish201109-Apr 21-Apr 11-Apr 23-Apr 16-Jul 28-Jul 23-Jul 04-Aug 30-Jul 11-Aug 06-Aug 18-Aug 15-Aug 27-Aug 20-Aug 01-Sep 22-Oct 03-Nov 15-Dec 27-Dec 17-Dec 29-Dec 201222-Mar 03-Apr 24-Mar 05-Apr 26-Mar 07-Apr 14-Jul 26-Jul 21-Jul 02-Aug 28-Jul 09-Aug 04-Aug 16-Aug 11-Aug 23-Aug 13-Aug 25-Aug 18-Aug 30-Aug 20-Oct 01-Nov 08-Dec 20-Dec 15-Dec 27-Dec 17-Dec 29-Dec