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ESCAPAHOLICS Vietnam - Street markets, jungle and caves

My name is Jacob and I’m an escapaholic.


Its been 284 days since my last adventure. A new set of walking trainers, a pair of finest anti-leech socks and strapping on a good sense of humour together with other escapaholics. Sneaking through the Vin Moch tunnels; cycling through jungles visiting ancient ruins and then our highlight of sub-terranean and jungle expedition…and not just caves – I mean caves you can fly a plane in, or drink rice moonshine, whilst bedding down for the night, underground. It was like the lost world emerging from the jungle into gargantuan sink holes draped in lush rainforest, inaccessible to the outside world. Liking it. Loving it. Loved it. Where next? My name is Jacob and I'm an escapaholic


Escapaholics Vietnam Itinerary
14th to 24th January 2026

No chance for vanity in Vietnam.....From a crazy, zippy moped tour through the lanes of Ho Chi Min City sampling the delights of Vietnam's urban street food; to pedalling through the forests and ancient citadels in and around Hue and the Perfume River. Culminating in a tropical and subterranean expedition through the caves and jungles of central Vietnam. All topped off with Escapaholic 'challenges,' surprises and adventure along the way.
Day 1 - Ho Chi Min
Adventurers arrive at Ho Chi Min Airport and escorted with your fellow escapaholics by your hosts, to your hotel, in the heart of downtown, District 1.

We will spend the day and evening relaxing, informal site-seeing, and taking in this vibrant city, with welcome drinks and dinner.

Day 2 - Ho Chi Min to Hue
Ho Chi Min (still Saigon to many locals) is vibrant, fun and friendly. Enjoy markets, chaos (escapaholics love chaos) and learn about the history of the country, Saigon city and the Vietnam War (known as the American War in Vietnam.) Enjoy the sites, followed by an evening moped tour of the city, introducing our adventurers to the culinary delights of Vietnam Cuisine.

Day 3 to 4 - Hue
A morning flight to Hue - this ancient citadel nestled on the Perfume River. We will take in the mazing ruins of this historic capital, enjoy the sights along the river, bustling markets and delicious food. 

We head out into the surrounding countryside, accompanied by a few pointless challenges, pedalling through the forests, visiting ancient citadels, along quiet lanes, returning to Hue for a 'Sundowner.'

Day 5 to 6 - Phong Nha
Located in the beautiful limestone karst region of central Vietnam, surrounded by impenetrable jungle, we head in-land. With sightseeing on the way including the Viet-Cong tunnels used during the war, we arrive at the small town of Phong Nha, on the banks of Son River. Stunningly located, surrounded by rocky peaks we explore the local area before an adventure briefing, ready to head into the jungle.

Day 7 to 9 - Jungles, caves & leeches
Jungle Trek
The escapaholiocs trekking stage over 3 days and 2 nights takes adventurers through jungle paths, sink holes and an underground world of sunken rivers, stalactites and stalagmites, emerging occasionally into jungle valleys. Leeches, streams, spikey plants, steep patches and muddy trails…all the stuff us escapaholics love. An unbelievable and truly unforgettable experience, with the occasional ubiquitous escapaholics challenge; swimming climbing, crawling, abseiling, all washed down with some local rice wine.

Day 10 - Hue to Ho Chi Min
Return to Ho Chi Min - relax by the pool, or tour the city and markets for some last minute shopping.

Celebrations, final dinner and awards ceremony.

Day 11 - 23rd November 2024
Flights home at various times during the day, enjoying Hotel until departure.   
                              
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Interested in our Vietnam adventure?
We will be delighted to have a chat should you have any questions.
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Skonie: 07776 347428 Tom: 07974 029961 

The fee for entering the ESCAPAHOLICS Borneo is payable per an escapaholic.

Just a reminder. The cost of the trip to Vietnam is £3,600 per person. Apart from flights, that covers nearly everything. It’s a bit like those boring, all inclusive packages, although we try and give you a mix of fun and misery all thrown in. (More info below on what is included and what you need to arrange.)


The cost can be paid in 3 instalments:

Deposit on booking £600

2nd payment (6 months before: 14th July 2025) £1,500

3rd payment (3 months before: 14th October 2025) £1,500


What's included


All transfers to and from the airport and to other transport hubs 

Train, taxi, moped, boat and bus journeys, and other transfers, including all tours.

Internal return flights to Hue.

Hotel accommodation in Ho Chi Min, Hue and Phong Nha before and after the trekking stage

All sightseeing, tours and entry fees.

All meals including welcome cocktail party and awards dinner and meals during the adventure (including rice wine!).

Full jungle and caving expedition

Digital copies of all official photography

Water and food stops

Full medical support during the adventure

All camping equipment including sleeping bags, tents, mats.

Medal, certificate and unique tech top

Basic insurance

Storage of non-race luggage during the event

Base Camp facilities

Fun, good times and games!

 

What is not included


Flights to Ho Chi Min

Own trekking gear 

Emergency and cancellation insurance

Any fund raising that you are able to do to help our good causes