Trip Overview
Our Modern Adventure is a time to savor the incredible flavors and culture of Vietnam. We start our journey in Hi Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), where we’ll wander the ancient lanes of the Old Quarter, and try all the street foods from the back of a Vespa scooter! We'll get hands-on with Meg at a cooking and baking workshop, and explore the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta with a local chef.
Then we'll fly north to Hue, the Imperial City. Here we’ll revel in the ancient history of Vietnam as we explore palaces, shrines and awe-inspiring architecture. We’ll explore the delightful Dong Ba market and take a trip to Thao Tan Village, where local farmers and artisans will show us their craft. As we leave Hue, we’ll venture to Hai Van Pass, the literal highest pass in Vietnam. To cap off our trip, we’ll spend our final days in Hoi An and go deep into Vietnamese cuisine. As our trip comes to a close, we’ll relax and relish in the journey thus far, feasting on the most delicious Vietnamese food, with a final night beachside under the night sky.
This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure Experience. Keep this document handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY
First day! Meet at 5pm on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Myst Dong Khoi Hotel (see Our Accommodations, below)
Private dance performance
Dinner at Henry Cabot Lodge residence
Lodging: Myst Dong Khoi
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH CITY
Explore Mekong Delta canals
Hands-on seafood lunch with local chef
Cacao plantation & chocolate tasting
Evening to explore on own
Lodging: Myst Dong Khoi
DAY 3: HO CHI MINH CITY
Hands-on dessert workshop with Meg
Maison Marou chocolate tasting
Vespa street-food tour & dinner
Lodging: Myst Dong Khoi
DAY 4: HO CHI MINH CITY > HUE
Morning flight to Hue
Visit An Hien House
Private dinner at Ngoc Son Garden House
Lodging: La Residence
DAY 5: HUE
Street food tour with local chef
Hands-on bakery visit and lunch
Cyclo tour of Imperial City & Dong Ba market
Evening on own to explore
Lodging: La Residence
DAY 6: HUE > HOI AN
Drive over Hai Van Pass
Visit Than Toan village
Hoi An market tour
Silk lantern workshop
Hoi An food tour & dinner
Lodging: Hotel Royal
DAY 7: HUE > HOI AN
Visit Hoi An’s central markets
Hands-on cooking & lunch
Beachside BBQ farewell dinner
Lodging: Hotel Royal
DAY 8: DEPARTURES
Breakfast at hotel
Departures to airport
Our Accommodations
Myst Dong Khoi
6-8 Hồ Huấn Nghiệp, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Tel. +84 28 3520 3040
Myst Dong Khoi
Think “Myst” as in mystery. Tropical plants sprout from windows in this eye-catching, Cubist-style tower in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's historic center. The rooms are full luxury, with superb city views. The restaurant is by a rooftop lap pool, with more city views.
Azerai La Residence
5 Lê Lợi, Vĩnh Ninh, Thành phố Huế, Hue
Tel: +84 234 3837 475
La Residence
An Art Deco masterpiece built in 1930, situated on the banks of Hue's Perfume River. Whether you choose to kick back poolside or meander through its tropical gardens, La Residence is an absolute oasis of comfort.
Hotel Royal Hoi An
39 Đào Duy Từ, Phường Cẩm Phổ, Hoi An
Tel: +84 235 3950 777
Hotel Royal
An impeccable retreat facing Hoi An's bucolic Thu Bon River and just a stroll away from the ancient Old Quarter. Relax, swim, or take in the views from the highest rooftop bar in the city.
Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUSIONS
On a Modern Adventure, we delight in taking care of all the details. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, a professional trip leader and much more. Here’s what’s included:
7 nights at boutique, luxurious accommodations
Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions
Internal flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue
Private tours with local artisans, chefs and masters-of-craft
Immersive guided activities, workshops and tastings, adventures and daily expeditions
Daily breakfasts, as well as most lunches and dinners
Local beverages at every included meal
Departure airport transfer
Gratuity for local guide and tour leader
All entrance fees
EXCLUSIONS
International roundtrip airfare to and from destination
Travel insurance (see travel insurance section)
Transportation to the trip’s starting point
Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs
Meals not included in itinerary
Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leaders