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War history and the biggest caves in the region

Phong Nha and the DMZ

3 days, 2 nightsPrivate departureReference VN41A
HueVinh MocPhong NhaDong Hoi

North of Hue the country narrows and the history gets very close to the road. The Vinh Moc tunnels, where whole villages lived underground, then two of the largest caves in South-East Asia.

Day by day

Day one

Hue, the DMZ, and Phong Nha

North through Quang Tri past the Citadel, Doc Mieu and the Hien Luong bridge, with time at the Vinh Moc tunnels — living quarters, wells and a delivery room, all cut into the hillside. On to Phong Nha in the late afternoon.

Day two

Paradise Cave and Dark Cave

Along Victory Road 20, once part of the Ho Chi Minh trail, to Paradise Cave, then Dark Cave for kayaking and ziplining if you want them. Down to Dong Hoi for the night.

Breakfast included
Day three

Dong Hoi, and onward

A short look round the riverside town before your transfer to the airport.

Breakfast included

What is included

Included

  • All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
  • English-speaking guide throughout
  • Accommodation as listed, twin share
  • Meals shown in the itinerary
  • Boat trips and entrance fees in the programme
  • Drinking water each day

Not included

  • International and domestic flights unless stated
  • Vietnam e-visa, which we arrange separately
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Tips for your guide and driver

Prices depend on the season, the hotels you choose and how many of you are travelling. Send us your dates and we come back with a firm quotation and a route you can change.

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