Adventure Trip to Vietnam

From April 21st to May 7th, 2025
During this adventure, we will have the opportunity to explore the natural and cultural beauties of the country, accompanied by local guides speaking Italian and English. Our journey will begin in Hanoi, the vibrant Vietnamese capital, where we will immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of the old city to discover its most evocative spots. We will then continue towards Sapa, a mountainous region rich in ethnic villages and breathtaking landscapes, where we will trek through valleys and rice paddies. After Sapa, we will head to Bac Ha to visit its colorful tribal market, before reaching Hoang Su Phi to dive into another trekking adventure. Subsequently, we will sail along Halong Bay, one of Vietnam's natural wonders, before exploring the Ninh Binh region with its caves, boats, and bicycles. Our journey will continue towards Dong Hoi, where we can admire Paradise Cave and experience the adrenaline of the Dark Cave, before reaching Hue, the ancient imperial capital, and Hoi An, the UNESCO World Heritage city famous for its traditional architecture. Finally, we return to Hanoi for our flight home, taking with us unforgettable memories of this extraordinary country.

Trip price: € 2980.00. The price includes: – Guide service in Italian and English on the days indicated in the program – Insurance – Round-trip airfare to Hanoi from Catania. 3/4-star hotels and, in some mountain locations, lodges/bungalows/homestays, with accommodation in double or twin rooms. Breakfast every day (excluding the first day of arrival in Hanoi). Lunch every day (excluding the first and last day). 10 dinners included and 5 dinners excluded. Private car transfers where indicated. Overnight train Ninh Binh - Dong Hoi, 4 people/cabin. Entrance tickets and boats in the places indicated in the program. Tickets for internal flights as indicated, in economy class with taxes included. Checked baggage allowance of 1 piece per person weighing no more than 20kg; carry-on baggage allowance of 1 piece per person weighing no more than 7kg (maximum dimensions 23x36x56cm) on flights. Boats as described in the program. Zipline/kayak. Bicycle. The cruise in Halong Bay (there is only an English-speaking guide on the junk boat). Water (1 bottle/person/day). Single room supplement € 40.00 per night.
The price does not include: Meals not mentioned in the program. Drinks, telephone… all expenses of a personal nature not expressly indicated in the "price includes" section. Those not departing from Catania may experience a variation in flight costs. Tips for drivers and local guides. Our suggestion: 5/7$US/person/day. Trip cancellation insurance.
Visas and regulations to follow
Vietnam: Visa exemption for Italian citizens for stays of less than 45 days. It is necessary to have an intact passport with at least 2 blank pages and a residual validity of at least 6 months from entry into the country. The indicated requirements apply to travelers of Italian nationality. Participants of non-Italian nationality must independently check the entry requirements with their own consular representation and that of the destination country.
Vaccinations: There are no mandatory vaccinations. Typhoid vaccination and antimalarial prophylaxis are recommended. Consult the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website - Viaggiare Sicuri for information on safety, climate, weather, health, travel documents, visas, and currency.
Daylight Saving Time in Vietnam is 5 hours ahead of Italy. During Standard Time (winter), the difference between Hanoi and Rome is 6 hours.
Deposit: € 1000.00 at the time of booking.
Upon confirmation of your participation in the trip, we kindly ask you to send us your insurance details via email to [email protected]: first name, last name, place and date of birth, place of residence, and tax code; we recommend a copy of your passport.
Balance: € 1980.00 to be paid 20 days before departure.
Departure: For those traveling from Catania, meeting at the airport on April 21, 2025, at 17:00. Departure for Istanbul at 19:15. Arrival in Istanbul at 22:40.
For those departing from Rome or Milan, the meeting point at the boarding gate for Hanoi at Istanbul Airport is at 00:30 on April 22, 2025.
Departure from Istanbul for Hanoi at 01:55. Arrival in Hanoi the same day at 15:25.
Round-trip airfare with Turkish Airlines.
End of trip: May 6, 2025, departure from Hanoi at 23:05. Arrival in Istanbul at 05:20 on May 7, 2025. Flight from Istanbul to Catania at 07:10. Arrival in Catania at 08:35.
Trip type: Stationary
Difficulty: Medium.
4 days of trekking: Approximately 2/5 hours of walking per day. You can read the route description in the daily program.
Nights: 3/4-star hotels and, in some mountain locations, lodges/bungalows/homestays.
Highlights: Hanoi, Sapa, Bac Ha tribal market, Ninh Binh, Halong, Hoang Su Phi, Dong Hoi, Hue, Hoi An, terraced rice paddies, tea hills, ethnic villages, history, nature, bamboo forest, waterfalls, spectacular panoramas, colors, flavors, and cultural visits.
Necessary equipment: trekking clothing, trekking shoes, hat, trekking poles, flashlight, shower sandals, rain poncho, sweater, waterproof jacket, water bottle, swimsuit, and personal toiletries.
Duration: 17 days / 16 nights including round-trip air travel.
Booking by: November 30, 2024, naturally subject to availability.
Notes: the excursion may undergo variations due to unpredictable natural events, in which case the guide will make the final decision. A few days before the excursion, we will send you an email with the latest information.
Bookings: 3287484939 - 3334987946 - Email: [email protected]
Trip organization: Salvatore Marletta and Javier Marletta
www.ciaotrekking.com
Technical Organization: Kora Viaggi - Via Roma 170 Ragusa