Geographic Expeditions

Vietnam's Natural Wonders

Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Explore Vietnam’s Landscapes and Cultural Riches

On this custom Vietnam trip, journey from Hanoi and Lan Ha Bay to under-the-radar Mai Chau, discovering the unique connection between Vietnam’s alluring culture and its abundant natural splendors. Throughout Vietnam, history, culture, and cuisine are inseparable from its extraordinary natural landscapes. Food staples such as rice and fish hail from the country’s verdant deltas and 2,000-mile-long coastline. Floating villages pepper emerald waters as they have for generations, and traditional stilt houses nestle into the rugged terrain of the country’s northwest mountains. This thoughtful journey explores this vibrant intersection, adding depth and meaning to your Vietnam adventure.

Hanoi Temple of Literature
Kayaking in Ninh Binh
Hanoi Food street tour
Mai Chau Valley, Vietnam
Lan Han Bay, Vietnam

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What to Expect

Discover Vietnam through a lens of culture, flavor, and jaw-dropping natural wonders. Taste local specialties from bún chả and bánh tôm to Hanoi’s signature egg coffee, cruise historic waters and uncover hidden coves, and immerse yourself in sacred rituals while visiting ancient temples and ethnic minority villages. As with any GeoEx Custom Trip, adjust the itinerary to your preferences or ask us to build something entirely from scratch.

Trip Highlights

Wander Hanoi’s historical sites and cobblestone streets, and indulge in its street food delicacies

Embark on a 2-night cruise that weaves among the towering karsts of Lan Ha Bay, a quiet alternative to neighboring Ha Long Bay

On foot, by bike, and rowboat, explore the splendors of Ninh Binh, part of the UNESCO-listed Trang An landscape

Discover off the beaten track Mai Chau Province, where ethnic minority villages dot the lush mountainsides

Upcoming Departures

  • Custom Trips Offered Year-Round

Trip Pricing

  • Custom Trip: From $11,225

    Based on double occupancy

Inclusions

  • All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
  • All guided sightseeing, events, and experiences
  • Top-tier local guides
  • Most meals
  • Most gratuities
  • Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
  • Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team

Your Route Through Vietnam

Journey at a Glance

  1. Woman at local market in Hanoi, Vietnam
    Days 1 – 2

    Hanoi’s Vibrant City Life

    In the Old Quarter, explore as the locals do by cyclo, then journey by vintage Vespa. After igniting your taste buds on a culinary walking tour, settle into the serenity of a private visit to the Temple of Literature.

  2. Lan Ha Bay, Vietnam
    Days 3 – 4

    Cruising Lan Ha Bay

    Discover the emerald waters and limestone karst formations of Lan Ha Bay. A relaxing 2-day cruise immerses you in the area’s floating communities and sheltered inlets.

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