Northern Vietnam Walking Tour with Butterfield & Robinson

If you’re anything like us, you’ll be anxious to get outdoors by the time spring rolls around. In&nbsp;the spirit of “it’s never too early,” you can begin planning now for sunny adventures with the new&nbsp;The Road Less Travelled Northern Vietnam Walking luxury tour&nbsp;from&nbsp;Butterfield &amp; Robinson.This trip includes multiple opportunities to set off on foot to discover the beauty, culture, history and fascinating culinary traditions of Northern Vietnam.Dates determine specific itinerary details, but a sample tour of the country’s sensory-rich&nbsp;locations begins in Hanoi, with visits to Hoan Kiem Lake, the city’s lively Old Quarter, and&nbsp;guided Cyclo jaunts to explore temples and fortresses. Learning about the country’s coffee&nbsp;culture also comprises part of the experience, along with chef-led cooking classes and plenty of time to shop and peruse museums.Long hikes will take in peaceful countryside locations beyond the city, where rice fields and limestone cliffs make up the landscape. Along the way, meet members of the Tay community and visit with local farmers who use centuries-old agricultural traditions.

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From north to south, Vietnam is a contrast of distinctly local cultures. Welcome to a land of magic and mystery, whose rich history and fascinating cultural traditions are trumped only by the astonishing variety of its cuisine and unwavering graciousness of our local friends. Even with its vibrant economic growth, the country is as beautiful and enchanting as it was ten years ago.

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Starting in Vietnam, discover Hanoi's ancient temples and bustling markets, ride pedal-powered rickshaws and savour the best street food in the world. In Laos, explore a UNESCO-protected city filled with colonial architecture and miles of tranquil Mekong-side riding. Switch gears and explore Cambodia's ancient Khmer temples of Angkor at sunrise. Across these unique regions, connect with the wilderness and culture through rare intimate experiences.B&amp;R Experience Designer Nathan Lane has been named a Top Travel Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler.

Three countries; endless possibilities

In Laos, discover a UNESCO-protected city filled with colonial architecture, a Buddhist legacy, and miles of tranquil Mekong-side riding with thriving landscapes on the horizon. Switch gears and explore Siem Reap’s ancient Khmer temples of Angkor at sunrise and revel in the mystical atmosphere. Across these unique regions, connect with the wilderness and culture through rare intimate experiences.

These destinations offer a rich fusion of history, culture and diverse cuisines. Explore the highlights, from lush jungles to scenic coastal roads. In Cambodia, marvel at the ever-changing history of Angkor Wat. Visit Vietnam and discover UNESCO-listed Hoi An, blending preserved history with Chinese temples, Vietnamese tube-houses, the ornate Japanese bridge, and eclectic restaurants. Conclude your week in Hue's Imperial City, where bullfrogs and crickets serenade you as Nguyen Dynasty relatives share grand history over royal cuisine.

These are places where rich history, fascinating culture and astonishing varieties of cuisine perfectly blend. Soak up the highlights, from tangled jungles to miles of scenic coastal roads. In Cambodia, spectacular temples and the ever-changing history of the enormous Angkor Wat will leave you awestruck. Travel to Vietnam and experience UNESCO-listed Hoi An, through its carefully preserved history—a mix of Chinese-style temples, Vietnamese tube-houses, the ornamented Japanese covered bridge and the town’s eclectic restaurants. Wrap up your incredible week in the Imperial City of Hue, where bullfrogs and crickets sing, and the relatives of the Nguyen Dynasty spin stories of grand history while you dine on royal cuisine.

Enchanting Cambodia & Dynamic Vietnam

The itinerary below is a sample and is subject to slight changes in routes, accommodations and activities. Please download the itinerary for your selected departure for precise details.

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In a corner of Asia known for its magic, we pull back the curtain on two distinct cultures united in the undeniable warmth of their people—and their delectable cuisine! Soak up quiet rice fields and endless miles of scenic coastal roads as we start in Cambodia for a behind-the-scenes look at Angkor's temples before flying to Vietnam where we'll immerse ourselves in both city and rural life.&nbsp;(Price is inclusive of $390 internal flights.)

Pedal from floating markets to Imperial tombs along colourful country and coastal roads.

Roll past friendly villagers, rice paddies and cruise up the Perfume River. Feel the rush of our favourite city, Hoi An, and savour the mind-blowing Viet fusion cuisine made by our local friends. Our incredible guides have been working with us for decades and have real chops. What more could you want? How about three nights at the riverside Anantara Hoi An Resort? Sleep on it.&nbsp;(Price is inclusive of $170 internal flights.)

Culturally and naturally diverse, the path less travelled through Northern Vietnam reveals new wonders at every turn. Starting in Hanoi, explore the city on a cyclo ride and indulge your inner foodie alongside expert chefs. Head north and meander through the back roads of Ninh Binh and Mai Chau, where a natural labyrinth of soaring limestone mountains, crystal streams and hidden temples reveal the country's most authentic side. Along the way, our charming friends will open their doors for a glimpse into local life, from members of the Tay community to humble farmers replete with clever techniques.B&amp;R Experience Designer Nathan Lane has been named a Top Travel Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler.

A Stroll For The Senses

Vietnam's beauty knows no bounds. B&amp;R was one of the first travel companies to explore the country on two wheels, and our experience on the ground goes a long way. Over two decades later, we've scoped out more luxurious hotels, curated biking routes and exclusive experiences with our local friends—from historic Hoi An to the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City. You'll roll past friendly villagers, cruise up the Perfume River, and even savour mind-blowing cuisine with relatives of the last Vietnamese dynasty.&nbsp;On this Expedition trip, the rich culture and serene bike routes are only trumped by the unwavering graciousness of our local friends.B&amp;R Experience Designer Nathan Lane has been named a Top Travel Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler.

Charming towns & rural beauty

You will be picked up at the airport in Hanoi and transferred to your hotel, Sofitel Metropole

If there’s anything better than luxurious hotels, beautiful landscapes and delectable dishes, it’s the ability to appreciate it all at your own pace. We’ve plotted out the quintessential Vietnamese experience, preloaded the routes onto your GPS, and lined up local friends from Hue to Danang to take you in deep. Prefer to go deep into the pool? Take the plunge – it’s your vacation.B&amp;R Experience Designer Nathan Lane&nbsp;was named Vietnam’s Top Travel Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler.

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