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Solo Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Hoi An

An 11-day solo-only Vietnam journey with Hanoi, an overnight Ha Long Bay cruise, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta.

Vietnam Guided / Escorted Small Group Solo Travel Value Culture Food & Wine

Length11 days / 10 nights

FormatSolo-only small-group tour

ActivityAverage

Route Hanoi • Ha Long Bay • Hue • Hoi An • Ho Chi Minh City • Mekong Delta

Why This Trip Stands Out

This itinerary covers Vietnam from north to south while giving solo travelers a built-in group from the start. It combines city food and culture with an overnight boat in Ha Long Bay, an overnight train, Hoi An and two days around the Mekong Delta.

Designed only for solo travelers age 18 and older.
A Hanoi cooking experience, cyclo ride, street-food stops and local family dinner.
An overnight boat in Ha Long Bay with time for caves, swimming and kayaking.
Historic Hue and relaxed Hoi An, including a community noodle-making lunch.
Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta with local boat and cycling experiences.

Sample Itinerary

Days 1–2 | Hanoi

Arrive for the included transfer and afternoon welcome. Get to know the group during a cooking experience, cyclo tour and a day focused on Hanoi’s neighborhoods, food and history.

Days 3–4 | Ha Long Bay & Overnight Train

Board an overnight boat in Ha Long Bay for swimming, caves and scenic time among the limestone islands. Return toward Hanoi and take the overnight train south to Hue.

Days 5–7 | Hue & Hoi An

Explore Hue’s imperial landmarks, then continue to Hoi An. Join a local noodle-making experience and use your free time to explore the old town or nearby countryside.

Days 8–11 | Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta

Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, then spend two days around the Mekong Delta with local hosts, boat rides and cycling. Return to the city before the tour ends.

What You Get

What’s Included

7 hotel nights, 1 overnight boat, 1 overnight train and 1 guesthouse night
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 dinners
Arrival transfer and Hanoi cooking experience
Overnight Ha Long Bay cruise
Included sightseeing in Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An and the Mekong Delta
Transportation between included destinations and activities

Your Stay

Where You’ll Stay

The trip includes hotels, one overnight boat, one shared overnight train and one guesthouse night. Some specialty stays remain shared even when a private-room option is purchased.

Getting Around

Transportation

This itinerary uses private vehicles, cyclo, boats, bicycles, an overnight train and a domestic flight.

Food & Dining

Meals & Dining

Nine breakfasts, five lunches and four dinners are included, with several food-focused experiences built into the itinerary.

More to Add

Optional Experiences

Optional choices vary by departure and can include extra sightseeing in Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City.

Make It Yours

Ways to Customize It

I can help add international flights and extra hotel nights before or after the fixed group tour.

Group Details

How the Group Works

This is a small-group itinerary designed exclusively for solo travelers age 18 and older.

A Good Match?

Who This Trip Is Best For

Solo travelers age 18+ who want an active mix of Vietnamese food, history, cities and local experiences.

Before You Choose It

A Few Things to Know

The trip includes an overnight train in shared quad berths, an overnight boat and cycling. The welcome meeting starts at 2:00 PM on Day 1.

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