Gals get ready we’ve got a big day ahead! Wear some comfortable shoes as today we’re heading to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Built in the late 1940s and spreading over nearly 250km, the Cu Chi Tunnels were used for several reasons including housing troops, transporting communications and hiding supplies. We’ll experience the tunnels up close and personal and explore some of the underground hiding holes. This experience is one not to be missed and gives a real insight into the struggle and challenges of life only 70ish years ago.

Today we are exploring the iconic and historic city formerly known as Saigon. Vietnam’s troubled past is well documented and after a walking tour of some of Ho Chi Minh’s most notable spots, we'll learn about what happened here 50 years ago in the Ho Chi Minh War Museum. We'll also take a walk and view the incredible Independence Palace before continuing on to the cathedral and post office. We'll finish up by heading to the local food market to try some of the best food around! In the afternoon we’ll head back and have a relaxing afternoon. In the evening we’ll head to the airport and head to our next destination - Hoi An (aka the closest we'll ever get to being in a disney film)!

Today we'll wake up in the scenic town of Hoi An. A magical place in Vietnam known for its beauty! Hoi An is probably most famous for the Vietnamese lanterns that give the town a surreal, tranquil glow each night and today we get to make one for ourselves! Choose your silk, extra points if you choose pink and red! Anddd drumroll please...you've seen it on TikTok and today we'll visit a local tailor to learn about tailoring our own unique clothes! Will it be a stunning dress, cute top or maybe some linen pants - get your Pinterest board ready gals!

Today is a free day so snooze as long as you like. Walk alongside the calm river and take in the relaxing ambience of this quieter part of Vietnam or perhaps head to the famous Ba Na Hills, Golden Bridge. It’s an Instagram favourite! With winding roads and small bridges, it’s easy to see why Hoi An is a favourite among travellers so get out and explore! May we suggest a local beach club for sunset cocktails? Go on, you know you want to!

Today, we’d give a fun level of 10000/10 and we’re not just saying that. First off we’re taking a morning bike ride through the local countryside and village before arriving at our destination for the afternoon! We’re going to Coconut Woods to experience the TikTok famous Bamboo boats! We’ll glide through stunning surroundings before slipping, sliding and splashing a little too much as we show you how basketboats are best used. It might not be as relaxing as you’re envisioning but it's sure to get the blood pumping. This evening will be our last in Hoi An (until you come and visit again of course) so let’s make it a big one with dinner and drinks on the boardwalk.

Today we're doing the legendary Hai Van Pass, made famous by Top Gear in open-top war jeeps! Leaving Hoi An will be emotional but once we get out on the open road you’ll see some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in Vietnam on the way to the city of Hue. We’ll stop on the way for some snaps, some lunch and maybe even a cheeky dip in the tropical waters before reaching the idyllic Hue. Today is spent, with the wind in your hair, Taylor Swift blasting and driving along this world-famous epic route. We’ll arrive late in the afternoon and then it’s time for hotel check-in and chill!

Are you ready to cook up a storm? Today we’ll be learning how to cook the delicious Vietnamese food we’ve been devouring for the past week and have loved so very much. Slice and dice away and enjoy every bite of your hard-working culinary masterpiece. It’s been an incredible day so we wave goodbye to Hue and hop on an overnight train as we head to our next destination - Ninh Binh!

Ninh Binh is known as the Halong Bay on land and for good reason, it’s breathtakingly beautiful. We arrive and jump aboard small boats and paddle through untouched caves and around small surrounding islands. Look around and you’ll see emerald-green forestry and rice paddies galore. Absolutely stunning. Afterwards, we’ll head to Tam Coc Valley, where you’ll find limestone hills dotted amongst the luscious trees. One of the best nature destinations in all of Vietnam and not on the typical touristy trail. The afternoon is free to chill but if you are up for it, we can hop on bikes and cycle around, stopping for water breaks and those all-important insta shots. If you didn’t take a pic did you even go right? We’ve saved the best till last and around mid-afternoon we head to the epic Hang Mua viewpoint, with around 500 steps to the top, you know it’s going to be incredible - the views from the top are amazing!

We've saved the best til' last gals! Today we’re going to one of the most iconic places in Asia - Halong Bay! With a bright green sea, and 1,600 limestone islands dotted throughout the bay, this is something special. We'll leave Ninh Binh early in the morning before travelling to Halong Bay and joining our boat for a night under the stars. Lunch is served to the most breathtaking backdrop imaginable after we’ve boarded and settled in. We'll set sail into paradise, the plan for this afternoon? Kayaking, viewpoints, beaches, the lot! After a day on the water, we head back aboard and learn how to make mouth-wateringly tasty spring rolls. The evening is spent watching the sun go down on the open deck, looking up at the stars and maybe even a bit of late night karaoke? Who wants to sing Love Story then?

Wake up, rub your eyes, no you’re really here. Take in your surroundings before heading onto the open deck for some breakfast! There’s no place in the world like Halong Bay, so sit back, relax and enjoy the 360-degree views. We’ll spend the afternoon relaxing and swimming before we say goodbye and make our way to Vietnam’s capital - Hanoi! The late afternoon is filled with free time for you to explore in (we'd recommend the Note Cafe!) In the evening we meet up for dinner, and drinks and head out to see some of Hanoi’s most amazing rooftop bars!

It’s been 12 days since this wonderful adventure through Vietnam began and by now we've covered over 1,600km of great times, great laughs and amazing people. Today we'll head for a demonstration of how the famous Egg Coffee is made. Then the rest of the day is all yours to explore, hit up the markets, visit train streets or go for a massage! In the evening we get dressed up for our large BIG night out as a group - it's time to share our favourite memories from the trip!

It’s time for checkout, so make sure you are all packed up and ready to go. Have a chilled morning and make the most of the last few hours with your besties. Your gals who guide will be able to help you with any onward travel, whether it be on to another gals who travel trip, a solo adventure or just heading home.