Vietnam
February 23rd - March 10th, 2026 12 spots
Day 1: February 23rd
You’ve made it to VIETNAM!! Once you arrive to SGN airport you’ll have a private transfer to our hotel located in Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll check into your room and depending on your arrival time you may have a bit of free time to recover from the long travel. You’ll soon be meeting your new friends you’ll be spending the next 15 days with. We’ll start off with an evening walking tour of the city including the War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace. We’ll enjoy lots of street foods along our way.
Dinner Included
Day 2: February 24th
Wake up and get ready to have a breakfast I’ve been dreaming about since I left HCMC. We’re going to Little Hanoi Egg Coffee for exactly that, a Vietnamese egg coffee + mango toast. Your life will be changed by this breakfast duo. After, we will visit the Cu Chi Tunnels - these played an important role during the Vietnam war for independences and reunification. Explore through the 200 km of tunnels and have the afternoon free until we head to the bus station to board our sleeper bus! A sleeper bus has single person cabins in which you can fully lay down while the bus transfers us from city to city. Fall asleep and wake up in the next destination - Da Lat!
Breakfast Included
Day 3: February 25th
Wake up in Da Lat feeling like we teleported in our sleep. Find a cute cafe for breakfast + coffee. The coffee scene in Vietnam is chefs kiss - egg coffee, salt coffee, coconut coffee… ahhh its SO GOOD. We have an optional Canyoneering tour today! This is an adventure activity where we’ll trek through lush forests, traverse waterfalls, and descend rocky cliffs using ropes, harnesses, and jumping into crystal clear pools of water!! Your adrenaline rush will be filled after this tour! Afterwards you can explore the town and grab dinner before we board another sleeper bus! (We are covering a lot of ground these two days so back to back sleeper buses are necessary to see it all in a timely manner). If you opt to not go canyoneering you can explore the mountain town of Da Lat for a free entire day! And we’re off to Hoi An.
Lunch Included
Day 4: February 26th
Rise and Shine in the charming town of Hoi An! We’ll start the day off by visiting the bustling markets to pick up necessary supplies for our cooking class on a local farm. We’ll take a peaceful bike ride along the rice paddies on our way to the farm. Fill up your bellies with the delicious cuisine you’ve made and then we’ll float down the river through the water coconut forest in traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boats. Once we get back to the town we have a free evening and I highly recommend getting a clothing item or two tailor made. It’s cheap, efficient, good quality… you show them an inspo picture and they can make it in 24 hours.
Lunch Included
Day 5: February 27th
Lets take today to relax by the sea! Optional surfing lesson or sunset kayaking. Soak in the sun before we head north in a few days and away from the coastline! Explore the night market + maybe some fun bars if you’re feeling spicy!
Breakfast Included
Day 6: February 28th
Free day in Hoi An!
Explore the historic town, ancient architecture, vibrant markets, and hidden gems all around the city. Indulge in Bahn Mi’s + Cau Lau noodles!! Have a spa day at my favorite spot. Take a lantern boat ride down the river. Day trip to Da Nang to see the Marble mountains or the Golden hands bridge?! This evening we’ll head to the bus station and take a sleeper bus to Ninh Binh (if you’re getting the point - sleeper buses are the most efficient way of travel in Vietnam).
Breakfast Included
Day 7: March 1st
Arriving in Ninh Binh we’ll grab breakfast at a cafe before taking a sampan tour (small traditional boat) through the lush rice fields and rocky outcrops in the Trang An Complex. Next, we’ll visit Bai Dinh Pagoda - on of the biggest pagodas in Vietnam. The evening is yours to walk around the town center, find a good bite to eat, etc.
Day 8: March 2nd
If you’re up for an early morning today we’re going to begin the day with a sunset scenic hike to the top of Hang Mua - take in the panoramic views of Tam Coc’s stunning rice fields. Come back to the hotel and grab breakfast before we take a 2 hour transfer to the capital city - Hanoi! Check into our hotel and have a free evening in Hanoi!
Breakfast Included
Day 9: March 3rd
Let’s explore Hanoi by foot - you’re going to see how mental the traffic is in the city. We’re going on a full day walking tour to see the city! Get ready to get well versed in the Vietnamese culture by our local guide. After walking all day we’ll hop in a traditional red cyclo and get peddled through some more organized chaos of Hanoi making stops along on our way. We’ll end up in the Old Quarter, stopping along the train tracks where locals are still living and enjoy “Bia Hoi” fresh brewed beer that costs 5,000 VND or $0.25 USD. Highly encouraged to try many street foods along the way such as Pho, Bahn Mi, or my personal fav Bun Cha. Let’s check out train street while we’re at it - the train comes within inches of the line of cafes you just pull the tables back at the scheduled time frames. In the evening we’ll sit down to watch a traditional water puppet performance - this show dates back nearly a thousand years. Afterwards, we’ll head to the train station and take the night train to Lao Cai.
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 10: March 4th
Arriving at the Lao Cai train station in the morning, we will head to the city to freshen up, have breakfast, and pack our trekking bags. Our trekking guide for the next two days is a Hmong Tribe member. She will come meet us to get the trek started! We’ll hike through rice paddies and small villages throughout the day stopping for lunch at a local restaurant. You’ll get an insight to how the different tribes live in their homes and what they do for food, clothing, and everything in between. We’ll end the evening arriving at our homestay in Ta Van village with a family style dinner.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 11: March 5th
Day two of trekking! Today we’ll be trekking for a half day through another village all the way to a waterfall. We’ll enjoy lunch in the village of Giang Ta Chai. After a steep descent we’ll arrive back to our homestay before taking a transfer to have lunch in our guides HOME!! (this is the lady I trekked with a few months ago and she has offered to welcome our group into her home and cook us dinner for the evening). We’ll return to the homestay for bed!
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 12: March 6th
Breakfast will be at the homestay before we head into Sa Pa to board a daytime sleeper bus to Ha Giang. We’ll have a 5 ish hour bus to Ha Giang arriving at the villa around dinner time. As if trekking through Sa Pa didn’t already impact you to the core, get ready to have the EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME!
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Days 13-16: March 7th-10th
Ha Giang Loop tour - WOW, are you guys in for a treat the next few days!!! After breakfast, you’ll be paired with a driver for the next 3 days. You’ll ride on the back of their motorbike as they take you through the winding mountain roads with indescribable views, discovering hidden gems along the way, and stopping off the path for local lunches. We’ll stay in a different homestay each night sharing family style dinners with our drivers and singing karaoke to dance the night away. We will practice sustainability by donating food to a family in one of the remote villages on our journey. On day three of the Ha Giang tour we will arrive back to the villa where we began for the evening. Take a soak in the hot tub and recouperate from motorbiking! Our fourth day in Ha Giang will consist of an adventure by vehicle to go caving, swimming at a local spot, and visiting one our guides homes for lunch!! This day will end with lots of happy tears as we part from our easy rider guides! We’ll head back to the villa, shower + refresh, pack up our things and take a 5 hour bus to the Hanoi Airport arriving around 10:30 pm. Say farewells to the friends who have become sisters on this life changing trip and shed a few more tears! Hop on a midnight flight back home. (You can start planning your next adventure on your return flight). See you around the world next trip ;)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
INCLUSIONS
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Private Airport Pickup (flight to arrive at SGN by 2 pm on 02/23/2026)
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Private Airport Drop-off (flight to depart HAN on or after 12 am on 3/11/26)
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Local ground transportation
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Local Vietnamese Tour Guide
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12 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners as outlined in itinerary
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1 night accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City, 2 nights accommodation in Hoi An, 1 night accommodation in Tam Coc, 1 night accommodation in Hanoi, 2 nights accommodation in Ta Van, 4 nights accommodation in Ha Giang, 3 nights accommodation via sleeper bus, 1 night accommodation via sleeper train
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*accommodation is a shared double occupancy room excluding Sa Pa, Ha Giang, sleeper buses, sleeper train
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*accommodation in Sa Pa and Ha Giang may be shared bungalows with up to 6 women (a single bed per person)
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*accommodation via sleeper bus is a private cabin on a 24 cabin bus
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*accommodation via sleeper train is a private 6 bed cabin
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Admission to: War Remnants Museum, Independence Palace, Cu Chi Tunnels, Cooking class, Coconut basket boats, Sampan tour through Trang An Complex, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hang Mia viewpoint, Ngoc Son Temple, Red Cyclo ride, Traditional Water Puppet Performance, Trekking with Hmong tribe member, Ha Giang Loop motorbike easy rider tour
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All donations
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Parking fees during tours + permits
NOT INCLUDED
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International Flights
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Visa
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Travel insurance
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Lunches not outlined in itinerary
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Dinners not outlined in itinerary
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Alcohol
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Gratuity for guide
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Airport transfer outside of scheduled time
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Optional tours- Canyoneering, Surfing Lesson, Sunset Kayaking
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This is an adventure trip — not a luxury getaway.
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We’re diving deep into the heart of Vietnam to connect with the culture, the locals, and each other. This journey is about bonding, sisterhood, and meaningful experiences — not room service and five-star hotels.
We’ll be traveling like locals, with a few nights on sleeper buses and one night on a sleeper train to maximize our time and see more of this beautiful country. Expect to stay in authentic homestays where local families host and cook for us, giving us a true taste of Vietnamese hospitality.
In some smaller villages, we’ll bunk up in cozy bungalow-style rooms that sleep 6 girls — each with your own bed, of course. Think of it as the ultimate girls’ sleepover — laughter, late-night chats, and unforgettable memories included.
Come with an open heart and adventurous spirit — this is the kind of trip that changes you ♡
Example pics of sleeper bus + sleeper train (ours will be 6 bed cabins with our group only)
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​​​Activity Level: Moderate
Eligibility Requirements:
21 years of age by trip dates
Current passport holder
(passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the day you land back in your home country)
Price:
$2,250 USD
*Double Occupancy Rooms (excluding Sa Pa, Ha Giang, sleeper buses, sleeper train)
Option: $397 extra for private room (excluding nights on a sleeper buses or sleeper train)
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance of $1750 will be split up into 5 payments due:
July 6th $350
August 6th $350
September 6th $350
October 6th $350
November 6th $350
Payments: Zelle, Credit Cards accepted with 3.4% fee​​
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Ready to sign up for this EPIC adventure?!
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Here’s how to secure your spot:
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Email info@blairesomewhere.com with the subject line: “I'm in for Vietnam!”
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What is your legal name for the Group Trip Agreement?
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Let me know how you'd like to pay your deposit:
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Zelle
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Credit Card (3.4% added processing fee)
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4. I will send the trip agreement via DocuSign and either provide you with my Zelle details or a Square credit card payment link.​​
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Once I’ve received your signed DocuSign agreement and deposit, your spot will be officially locked in.
​​12 spots available — don’t wait!​
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