Sip, Shape, Sail – A 7-day Backpacking Trip to Vietnam

Vietnam

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A typical sight in Hoi An old town
At the pottery village in Hoi An
At a temple in Hue
At Hue Historic Citadel
At Hue Historic Citadel
Inside Hoi An Old Town
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Overview

  • Duration:7 days 6 nights
  • Maximum Members:5 - 10
  • Experience Type:Backpacking, Culture, Explore Together
  • Language:English, Hindi
  • Areas of Interest:Culture, cuisine, nature, architecture, heritage
  • Accommodation:Homestays/Dormitories
  • Travel Type:Backpacking
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A fine mix of warm hospitality, rich culture, and everyday street-life, Vietnam is where your days begin with a cup of coffee and end with lantern-lit streets. Rich history, mesmerising landscape, beautiful architecture, delicious street food - Vietnam has a lot to offer the curious.

Join Poets And Pilgrims on an 7-day backpacking adventure where we explore parts of central Vietnam on a budget. This itinerary includes the towns of Da Nang, Hoi An, and Huế. We will go for a hike to connect with nature, hop on a scooter or bicycle and explore the countryside, indulge in diverse street food options, and visit important sites.

Additionally, the theme of this trip is focused on coffee, pottery, and boat rides. You will be treated with Vietnamese coffee every day! At Hoi An pottery village, you will get your hands on clay. We will also be sailing on the Hoi An river - once with a coconut boat and also with a lantern boat. Sounds fun, doesn’t it?

Like all Poets And Pilgrims travel experiences, this trip is designed to be slow and experiential. No rushing between places, no tourist cliches, no bucketlist urgency. Take your time, immerse yourself in what attracts your attention, and enjoy the moment. To keep things in budget, we will stay in homestays / dormitories and travel by public transport. Small family-run diners and street food joints will be our go-to places to eat.

This trip is for those who have limited time and budget but want to truly experience the life in Vietnam. We also suggest you checkout our 11-day Vietnam trip - Coffee, Caves, and Countryside.

Highlights

  • 7 days of backpacking adventure
  • Take it slow, live in the moment: flexible plans, no rigid itinerary
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Huế ancient town and Hoi An old town
  • Get introduced to traditional Vietnamese coffee
  • Hands-on experience with clay at Hoi An pottery village
  • A coconut boat ride and a lantern boat ride in Hoi An
  • A day hike to explore marble mountains and caves in Da Nang
  • Take a scooter or bicycle ride through rice fields around the countryside

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival - Da Nang

Standard check-in time 2p.m.

We are taking it slow today and go for a stroll around Da Nang. Ready to get introduced to Vietnamese coffee?

Highlight: Dragon bridge in the evening

Day 2: Da Nang

A hike through the marble mountain

If time permits and if everyone's up for it, we can visit Son Tra Peninsula in the evening (Optional)

Day 3: Hue

Leave for Hue in the morning

Visit the Hue ancient town

If time permits, we will visit other sites like temples/pagodas in Hue

Day 4: Hoi An

Leave for Hoi An where those iconic yellow buildings by the river await!

Stroll around the Hoi An river, explore Hoi An old town, Pagoda Bridge, temples

Lantern boat ride during sunset, observe as beautiful handmade lanterns are released in the river

Relax at a bar/restaurant later in the evening - let the conversation flow!

Day 5: Hoi An

Hop on a bicycle to ride through the rice fields and visit the pottery village and terracotta park

Time to get your hand dirty - try learning the basics of pottery

Ride back, freshen up, and stroll around the Hoi An river later

Note: if you are not comfortable bicycling, you can take a taxi/bike taxi to commute to and from the pottery square at your own expense

Day 6: Hoi An

Hop on a bicycle and visit Coconut Village in the morning. Time to experience the coconut boat ride

Later we will explore the Tra Que village

It's our last night in Vietnam. We will have a relaxed evening to go recount our experience

Day 7: Departure

Checkout and leave for Da Nang to catch your flight

Note: It takes 1 to 1.5 hours to reach Da Nang international airport from Hoi An in a taxi. Please plan your departure from Hoi An keeping your flight time in mind

What's Included/Excluded

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • All entry fees per the planned itinerary
  • Breakfast and one cup of coffee everyday (except on arrival day)
  • A coconut boat ride
  • A lantern boat ride
  • Basic pottery workshop
  • All domestic transport in bus. If we take taxi or other mode of transport, we share the cost
  • Any expense not mentioned before
  • Travel expenses to and from Vietnam, visa costs, airport pickup/drop
  • Drinking water, extra meals and drinks
  • Activities marked as optional or any extra activities
  • Camera fees, if any
  • Insurance and healthcare. Emergency expenses
  • Tips, gratuities etc.

FAQs

Why should I travel to Vietnam with Poets And Pilgrims?

Poets And Pilgrims focuses on travelling as a life experience. We travel slow and do not rush between places. Even with a group, you get to experience things as your pace. We work with people to organically cultivate relations and human bond. If your goal is to simply tick checkboxes, take some pictures and come back, a Poets And Pilgrims trip might not offer a suitable experience for you.

Why are meals not included in the cost?

Meals are not included to give you the flexibility to try various foods based on your interest, budget, and diet preference. Suggestions to try local cuisine will be offered.

Wha's the cost of Vietnam e-Visa and how much time does it take to receive a response?

It currently costs 25 USD for up to 90-days, single entry visa. Usually you should receive a response within 3 to 5 days.

How do I apply for Vietnam e-Visa?

Vietnam visa applications are done online. Apply only at the official website - https://evisa.gov.vn/

Can you apply for my Vietnam visa on my behalf?

You must apply for your visa yourself but we are here if you need assistance in filling up the form.

What are some extra expenses involved and mow much money should I carry?

Extra costs include meals, drinking water, drinks, shopping, optional boat ride and other unplanned/optional activities. Count on an average INR 1000 per night as an extra expense.

Can I use UPI, credit or debit card in Vietnam?

Vietnam is cash-friendly country and it's the most preferred payment method. Currently UPI doesn't work in Vietnam. Credit/debit cards work, although it may attract extra charges.

What should I carry with me?

A list of recommended things to carry will be shared with registered members before the trip.

What are the payment terms and how do I pay?

You pay a deposit (booking amount) to reserve your spot. Upon paying the remaining amount, your spot is confirmed. The remaining amount can be paid in two parts, considering the time left before the trip commences (ask for more details). Payments can be made using UPI, credit or debit card, digital wallets or net banking.

What's your refund policy?

Please read our refund policy here for more details - https://poetsandpilgrims.com/refund-policy/
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