The Grand World Heritage
Vietnam
Most popular, Sightseeing
7 days/6 nights
Driver / Pillion, Jeep, Motorbike self-ride, Scooter self-ride
1135 km
Price: from 1,120 USD
7 days/6 nights – The Grand Dame! The best central Vietnam has to offer! Our 7 day journey takes us from Hoi An to Phong Nha taking in the very best of everything this part of Vietnam has on show. This Phong Nha national park is one of Vietnam’s few remaining pockets of old growth forest and has been declared a World Heritage site. Tightly restricted access to the park ensures you can enjoy the forest in all its serenity. Experience firsthand the beauty of Vietnam’s rapidly disappearing wilderness, and the cultures and people that call it home. Spend a day exploring Asia’s longest limestone cave or just soaking up the sights, sounds, and scents of the forest. Finish off with a dash of history as we visit famous – and infamous – historic sites, including the notorious Vinh Moc tunnels and the ancient imperial capital of Hue, on our way back to Hoi An, climbing to the top of the Hai Van Pass as we go.
highlights
- Ethnic Minority Villages
- Guided Village Walk, Traditional Cultural Performance (3-4 star accommodation only)
- Hai Van Pass
- Local Cuisine
- Old-Growth Rainforest
- Mountain Waterfalls
- Ho Chi Minh Trail
- Hamburger Hill
- Khe Sanh Combat Base
- Khe Sanh Museum
- Crossing the 17th Parallel
- Historic Vinh Moc Tunnels
- Phong Nha National Park
- Limestone Caves
- World Heritage Sites
Tour Includes
- Experienced English Speaking Guide
- Jeep and driver or Motorbike for self-riding (licence required)
Personal, local licensed motorbike driver if you prefer to sit on the back of the bike - Fuel
- 6 x Breakfast, 7 x Lunch, 5 x Dinner
- Snacks
- 6 Nights Accommodation **
- Phong Nha Cave tour
- Entry Fees and Ferry Crossings
- International Safety Standard Helmet
- Drinking Water and Soft Drinks on the Road
- Saddle Bags, Gloves & Rain Ponchos (if needed)
- T-Shirt
- If more than 6 riders there will also be a tour mechanic coming
- If more than 8 riders there will also be a 2nd guide and support van for luggage coming along
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ** Single room available at request. Single supplement charges apply.
- *** Upgrade to stay at Bho Hoong Bungalows possible (incl. guided village walk, cooking class & musical performance)
Tour excludes
- Alcohol
- Minibar Drinks
- Drinks (after travel time on the road / during dinner)
- Laundry
- Personal & Motorbike Insurance (for motorcycle accident)
- Personal Expenses/Tips
- Damages to Motorcycle, Jeep or Tour Equipment
DAY 1: COUNTRYSIDE RIDING
Hoi An to Tay Giang (or Bho Hoong) (120 km)
We start the first day of riding from our garage in Hoi An, riding out into the beautiful countryside before we stop at Marble Mountain for a short visit. We then head west and climb our way into the mountains. As we wind our way up into the hills towards the Lao border home to the Co Tu Ethnic minority group, we take a break to visit one of the few remaining Co Tu woodcarvers and enjoy a home cooked lunch in his stilted house before continuing our journey deep in to the mountains, meandering through isolated villages of the Co Tu people where the culture and traditions remain untouched by time making this remote and staggeringly beautiful region home to one of the most authentic hill tribes to remain in Vietnam.
(For this night we have several options: A traditional basic bamboo hut at Droong village, a basic hotel room in Tay Giang or a more luxurious experience at Bho Hoong Bungalows ***.)
(Accommodation: Hotel – Upgrade to Bho Hoong Bungalow on request)
(Meals: Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH TRAIL
Tay Giang to Khe Sanh via A Luoi (235 km)
After breakfast, we resume our motorbike ride to Khe Sanh. Today’s journey traverses the historic Ho Chi Minh Highway through lush rainforests and over magnificent mountain passes.Take a refreshing dip in a mountain waterfall at midday, where we’ll break for a picnic lunch.
We begin the afternoon, winding through the A Shau Valley, a ruggedly beautiful valley that became famous during the American War as the site of many battles, the most famous being Khe Sanh, where we stay for the night. Arriving in Khe Sanh, we visit the site of the former marine combat base, capping off an amazing day of riding and history.
(Accommodation: Hotel ***)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 3: HILL TRIBE COUNTRY
Khe Sanh to Phong Nha/Ke Bang National Park (240 km)
Today’s ride is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Obtaining special military permission, we are able to drive the remote western branch of the Ho Chi Minh Highway through majestic limestone karst and spectacular old-growth jungle. Be amazed at the tenacity of the Vietnamese people during the US war, as this road follows the original Ho Chi Minh Trail through some of the most rugged terrain on Earth.
(Accommodation: *** Hotel)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 4: EXPLORE THE NATIONAL PARK
Phong Nha/Ke Bang National Park (120 km)
Wake to the sounds of rural Vietnam. With a day free to explore Phong Nha National Park, we take a morning motorbike ride to the Paradise limestone cave, Asia’s longest limestone cave. After a traditional Vietnamese lunch at the National Park’s restaurant, you can wander around the grotto systems. In the afternoon we travel to Dong Hoi for some beachside luxury, resting those biker bones.
(Accommodation: Beach Resort ****)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
DAY 5: TUNNEL & TRAILS
Dong Hoi to Hue (200 km)
Driving along Ho Chi Minh Highway East, we arrive at the Vinh Moc tunnels, where an entire village went underground in the 1960s to survive the bombing during the war. After exploring the tunnels, we head to a local beach where we can cool off with a swim.After lunch we cross the 17th parallel: the former North/south divide then drive along the coastline arriving in Hue late afternoon.
(Accommodation: Hotel ***)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 6: CULTURE & SIGHTS.
City Tour in Hue (40 km)
On day six we do a comprehensive motorbike tour of Hue. The tour visits the citadel, royal tombs while snaking through the back streets of Hue. A delicious vegetarian lunch prepared by Buddhist nuns is served at a local pagoda. After lunch we experience the rural surrounds of Hue, stopping to see traditional handicrafts being made, as well as visiting some US war sites.(All day activities at Hue are included in the tour price though participation is optional.)
(Accommodation: Hotel ***)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 7: THE COAST ROAD
Hue to Hoi An (190 km)
Rise and shine, it’s time to set off on the final day of our Hoi An Motorbike Adventure. Today’s journey takes us back to Hoi An by a different route, trading in the mountains for Vietnam’s gorgeous coastline. We head east from Hue and then travel parallel to the sea, passing through fishing villages and along pristine sandy beaches for the first part of the drive. The salty air and refreshing sea breezes are a dramatic contrast to the mountain air from the previous days. We’ll stop often to dip our toes in the sea, chat with fishermen and to take photos. At the half way point of our drive we climb to Highway 1’s highest point, Hai Van Pass, where panoramic views of the coast are all around. The road then winds down toward Hoi An, passing through Danang city and along the coastline.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
Pricing
3,380,000 VND (160 USD) per day per person going by motorbike or Jeep.
- – You can either ride yourself or sit on the back with one of our experienced drivers or go as passenger in a Jeep.
If there are two of you, it’s only 3,105,000 VND (135 USD) per day for the pillion passenger, if you share one bike.
- – Flexible rates on larger groups.
Children under 12 receive a 30% discount.
Prices are based on a minimum of 2 people departing. Private tours for solo riders available on request (surcharge applies).
Prices are based on twin share accommodation. Single rooms available on request (surcharge applies).
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Testimonials
Best 7 Days in Vietnam! Having spent just over two weeks touring around Vietnam we can say the 7 days Grand World Heritage Loop tour was definitely the highlight. Every day was different from riding through the winding mountains to travelling down sandy tracks to visiting remote villages and getting involved in the hustle and bustle of the bigger towns.
Mark and Julie, Australia
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