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Mystique Vietnam Vacation In 13 Days by Realistic Asia

13 days
Start and end in Hanoi
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 15
Age range 1 to 99
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Highlights

  • Experience rural Vietnamese life in Ba Vi
  • Trek off the beaten paths in beautiful Northern Vietnam
  • Go shopping for treasures at the colorful Bac Ha market
  • Relax on an overnight cruise in magnificent Halong Bay

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival
  2. Day 2 Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L) Private Tour
  3. Day 3 Hanoi - Mai Hich (B/D) Private Tour
  4. Day 4 Mai Hich - Pu Luong - Mai Hich (B/D) Private Tour
  5. Day 5 Mai Chau - Nghia Lo (B) Private Tour
  6. Day 6 Nghia Lo - Mu Cang Chai (B) Private Tour
  7. Day 7 Mu Cang Chai - Sapa (B) Private Tour
  8. Day 8 Sapa - Bac Ha Market (B) Private Tour
  9. Day 9 Bac Ha Market - Hanoi (B) Private Tour
  10. Day 10 Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc (B/L) Group Tour
  11. Day 11 Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight on Cruise (B/L/D) Sharing Cruise/Bus
  12. Day 12 Halong Bay - Ha Noi (B/Brunch) Sharing Cruise/Bus
  13. Day 13 Time to Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure (B)
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Where You'll Stay

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Realistic Asia

Number of tours

109

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

2 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
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    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Food
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    4.5
  • 4.8
  • J
    · March 10th, 2025
    Very good tour if you want to be in remote Vietnam, away from tourists. Halong Bay and SA Pa were the only places we saw other tourists. Highlight was the overnight cruise in Halong Bay. Any issues we had along the way were easily dealt with by Realistic Asia via whatsap. Good accommodation, value for money and would definitely use the tour company again.
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    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Julie, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed exploring the remote parts of Vietnam and had a great experience with our tour. Halong Bay and Sapa are indeed popular highlights, and we're glad the overnight cruise... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • LF
    · December 1st, 2024
    The tour offered a window of the life of northern Vietnameses and its many indigenous people.Beautiful scenery along the way and opportunities to stop and take photos. Well organized, everything went has planned. Our guide was knowledgeable and changed the itinerary to please us. However, I wished I had asked more questions on the Homestay where we resided. In fact, the tour includes dormitory sleeping when other options are available but as an extra. We were lucky, we had the dormitory to ourselves most of the times.
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    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Lise, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the well-organized itinerary, and the flexibility of the guide in tailoring the experience to your preferences. We appreciate your note about... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • Mystique Vietnam Vacation In 13 Days by Realistic Asia reviewer 3
    · October 27th, 2024
    I heard a lots about how wonderful Vietnam is, but that time I got to witness it with my own eyes: majestic nature, unique cuisine, friendly, hospitable people and a diverse culture in different regions. Realistic Asia arranged for us a schedule that could be said to be perfect to be able to enjoy everything fully in 2 weeks. By the way, I also have to praise the hotels they chose for us throughout the trip, from luxury to unique, all of which made us satisfied. Once again, I'd like to say thank you! See you next time, for sure! Highly recommend!
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    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Zain, Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback! We’re thrilled that your experience in Vietnam matched the wonderful things you’d heard and that you could witness its majestic landscapes, diverse culture, and warm hospitality firsthand. We’re... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • BN
    · October 22nd, 2023
    A well planned itinerary for this tour. So many...
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    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Bernard, We would like to thank you for taking the time to write this review of your holiday. It warms our hearts to hear such amazing feedback! We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you in Vietnam again. Thank you! Realistic... Show more
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    Trip date: September 2023
  • Mystique Vietnam Vacation In 13 Days by Realistic Asia reviewer 5
    · December 29th, 2020
    It was our third trip to Vietnam, before we...
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    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Belva Sharda, thank you for choosing Realistic Asia as a part of your journey. It's glad to hear that you are happy with our arrangement and will let Hien know your compliment. We hope for a better day to welcome you to this wonderful land -... Show more
    Trip date: December 2019

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Mystique Vietnam Vacation In 13 Days by Realistic Asia
From Hanoi to Hanoi

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    Heike

    Asked on March 19th, 2025

    What group sizes do you typically work with?

    Group size
    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten March 2025

      The tours generally accommodate small groups ranging from 10 to 20 participants to ensure a personalized experience.

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    Tina

    Asked on February 21st, 2025

    What is the process for obtaining a visa?

    Visa
    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten February 2025

      Visa requirements depend on your nationality. You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for detailed assistance.

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    Tracey

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    What is the travel route for this tour?

    Tour Details
    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten January 2025

      During this tour, you will have a private time and join the private tour from day 1 to day 9. But on day 10, 11, 12, you will join the partial group tour, sharing the bus and the cruise. Our package is based on an English-speaking guide.

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    Karien

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    What is the deposit policy for changing tour dates?

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    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten January 2025

      You can change your travel date by informing us at least 2 months prior to your arrival.

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    Tania

    Asked on December 26th, 2024

    Are there single supplements on this tour?

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    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, single supplements are applicable if you wish to have a private room during the tour.

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    Shannon

    Asked on November 29th, 2024

    What types of accommodations are available during the tour?

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    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten November 2024

      Accommodation options range from 3-star to 5-star hotels. Please specify your preference for an appropriate quote.

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    Fernanda

    Asked on May 14th, 2024

    What meals are included in the package?

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    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten May 2024

      The package includes daily breakfasts, several lunches and dinners as specified in your itinerary. Detailed meal plans are shared prior to departure.

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    Puck

    Asked on April 13th, 2024

    Can the package be tailored to end earlier?

    Tour Details
    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten April 2024

      You can customize your tour package to conclude sooner, depending on your schedule and preferences.

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    Nina

    Asked on August 27th, 2023

    When is the full balance due for the tour?

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    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten August 2023

      The full balance must be paid 2 months before your arrival date.

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    Jasmine

    Asked on July 17th, 2023

    How many people do you need to do the tour? Why do you only have 1 review? Can we do longer trekking?

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    • Realistic AsiaOperatorWritten July 2023

      Capacity ranges from a personal experience for individuals to a dynamic experience for a team of up to 20 people. We've had a lot of bookings for this tour already. However, as the departure dates for these bookings extend to the end of the year, guests haven't had the opportunity to leave their reviews yet. And yes you can do longer trekking, please let us know which day you would like to explore further and we can arrange accordingly.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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