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North Vietnam & Bali Explorer


Image of boats and karst islands at Halong Bay in Vietnam - KILROY
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Recommended Duration

1 month

Start/End

Hanoi/Bali

Travel type

Backpacking

Inclusions

Flights, trekking, surfing & adventure tours

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Looking for a combination of rice paddy fields, limestone islands and beach vibes? This itinerary takes you to the north of Vietnam, where you'll experience local culture, mesmerising landscapes and lovely food! Continue to Bali and get your beach desire fulfilled - this is what we call a pretty good combo.

Fly to Hanoi where your trip starts. We've booked you in for the first 4 days, so you can get rid of your jetlag while exploring the capital of Vietnam. Next up is a beautiful boat ride in the stunning Halong Bay, filled to the brim with limestone islands in thousands. 

Once you're back safe on land, we've arranged an awesome 3-day tour to the spectacular Ba Be Lake where you'll pass by local villages and will encounter rice paddy fields in numbers. The landscape doesn't get more beautiful than this. On this tour is also a visit to an incredible cave, which until recently was visited by only very few people. 

Continue to Bali where we've arranged a stay in one of the island's most popular surf camps. Learn to surf during the day and chill at the camp in the evenings. 

Next up is a 12-day adventure tour with other backpackers, where you'll see all the highlights of Bali and the picturesque and tranquil island of Gili Trawangan. The tour ends back in Bali where you can chill on your own or head home. It's up to you.

*From price per person based on shared accommodation

What's included
  • Flights from the UK to Vietnam and returning from Bali
  • 4 nights in a hostel in Hanoi
  • 3-day sailing trip at Halong Bay
  • 3-day trip to Ba Be Lake
  • One-way flight from Hanoi to Denpasar (Bali)
  • 3 days learning to surf at a surf camp in Bali
  • 12-day group tour around Bali
  • Booking fees
  • Services of your own travel specialist
What's not included
  • Travel insurance (but we can help you with that)
  • Vaccinations (ask about our discount with Nomad Travel)
  • Meals (other than those included in the tours)
  • Optional activities

Suggested itinerary North Vietnam & Bali Explorer

Home - Hanoi - Bai Tu Long - Ba Be National Park - Denpasar - Canggu - Kubutambahan - Ubud - Gili Trawangan - Home

This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customised to suit your unique travel plans. Make it longer, make it shorter. Add in the things you want to do. Get in touch with our travel experts to turn this itinerary into your dream trip.

Hanoi Start out with 4 days of big city life

You touch down in Hanoi, where you start out with 4 days in one of our favorite hostels in the city. You get picked up in the airport, so you don't have to hassle with taxis right upon arrival. There's a half day walking tour included, but other than that, it's time on your own. Check out markets or if you're in the mood, spend an evening at either the Bird Cage or Sidewalk - both great options if you want to hang out in a cool bar.

Halong Bay Sail around in the most beautiful surroundings

It's time to set sails. You can look forward to a few incredible days on board a boat in the beautiful Ha Long Bay. It's a classic sight when in this region, but for a reason - the sights you see are nothing short of incredible. The water is peaceful, and the only sounds you hear are from the wildlife who inhabits the small limestone cliffs that can be seen everywhere around you. It's a truly magical experience, trust us.

Ba Be Lake 3 day nature experience

This 3 day adventure take you to Ba Be Lake, a place in the Northern Vietnam for you who wants to avoid the crowds. This place is located in beautiful surroundings and includes a tranquil kayak experience on the lake as well as a visit to the Tham Phay Cave, a 5km deep river cave filled with archeological gems. You end this trip in Ba Be National Park where you get a chance to enjoy life by doing absolutely nothing in the lush Vietnamese surroundings.

Canggu, Bali It's time for some surfing

You fly from Hanoi to Denpasar, where next on your trip is 3 days in an epic surf camp in Canggu. You'll meet plenty of other backpackers here, as Bali is famous for some great surf breaks. We work with a really cool partner who happens to have some of the greatest surf instructors on the island. So there's no doubt you'll learn to surf in no time. When the sun is setting, you can look forward to the atmosphere in the camp at night. It's easygoing, cozy and will give you a great opportunity to drink a beer with your fellow surf mates.

Bali 12 day group adventure

Ready to go exploring? It's time for a 12 day group tour through Bali. You start out in Changgu where you'll experience temples, beaches and learn to surf before moving onwards to the northern part of the island and Lovina. You'll get a chance to spot dolphins and get a dip in a nearby waterfall. From Lovina you'll head on to the backpacker friendly bounty island Gili Trawangan. Enjoy the beaches and some great snorkeling opportunities. After Gili T. you move towards the heart of the Island, Ubud. Lush green jungles is all around you, and so are the curious monkeys. This 12 day trip ends here, and what you want to do next is up to you!

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