Hanoi to Hoi An by train, with kids
- ✓ Max 3 h driving a day
- ✓ Night train adventure
- ✓ 2+ nights per stop
After the trip, this is what stays with them: grandparents who didn’t feel rushed, kids who didn’t melt down, and parents who finally rested.
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I went out to 3 or 4 companies but you stood out as truly understanding our specific requirements regarding travel with kids and my daughter’s diet. You told us not just what to do, but also what you’d recommend we don’t do, and why.
I planned this trip right after finishing my cancer treatment, and this team was a complete lifesaver. Helen took care of 100% of everything, and what touched my heart most was how they looked after my health, even arranging a gentle private yoga session.
Hi Nina. I congratulate you on recommending the seafood restaurant on the lagoon. We’ve eaten seafood all around the world and this experience totally blew us away. Thank you for making our journey to Hue amazing.
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Free trip planning, just the pieces you need, or a complete Vietnam tour package for families. Whichever you choose, it’s private and paced for you.
A free custom plan, with no booking required.
Book only what you need: private cars, family hotels, day trips or a babysitter.
We arrange the whole trip, with a local guide on your tour days and our team looking after the details behind the scenes.
A small local team based in Vietnam. Each trip planner knows one region well, helps you shape your trip and stays in touch until you fly home, in English.
📍 All of Vietnam · HistoryThe mastermind behind our multi-city family trips, fitting routes and pace together for every age. Also our history expert, from battlefields to the DMZ, with stories told for kids and grandparents alike.
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📍 Da Nang · Hoi An · the SouthOur go-to for relaxed beach stays in Da Nang, Hoi An and the South. He also sets up the hands-on activities kids love, from cooking classes and craft workshops to basket boats and farm visits.
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📍 Hue · Phong NhaOur heritage specialist for Hue and Phong Nha, from the Imperial Citadel to the great caves. She also plans the scenic routes, like the Hai Van Pass, with photo stops and breaks along the way.
Email Helen
📍 Hanoi · the NorthOur specialist for Hanoi and the northern highlands, from Mai Chau to Pu Luong. He knows the ethnic minority villages and community homestays, so families meet local people, not just see the view.
Email Paul🤝We plan as a team: one trip can bring together two or even all four of us, so your family gets the best of everyone’s strengths.

While you travel, Mia’s team looks after the logistics behind the scenes: transfers, hotel check-ins and any last-minute changes. One WhatsApp message, day or night.
Answers from our trip planners to what families ask us before they book.
Ask a trip planner directly. We reply within one business day.
Ask usYes. Vietnam is a very welcoming country for families, and violent crime against visitors is rare. The real risks are traffic, heat and uneven pavements, so we use private cars, plan outdoor time for the cooler hours and choose flat, shaded routes. Read: Is Vietnam safe?
As little as your family needs. We keep walking to short, flat stretches, with electric carts, cyclos or boats wherever they exist, and a seat nearby at every stop.
Yes. Tell us your children’s ages when you book and we’ll ask each hotel for cots and high chairs. We plan stroller-friendly routes where we can, and let you know the few places where a baby carrier is easier.
Yes, on request. We can arrange a trusted local babysitter to look after the little ones, so parents and grandparents get some time to themselves. Tell us your children’s ages and when you’d like help, and we’ll confirm availability and the rate with your quote.
February to April is the easiest time to travel the whole country, with mild temperatures north to south. Central Vietnam (Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue) is also lovely until August, but it rains heavily from October to December. We’ll suggest the right route for your dates.
We start early, head back to the hotel for a rest between late morning and mid-afternoon, and plan the next outing for late afternoon. Our cars carry water, and we choose shaded and indoor stops in the hottest months.
Yes. We check hotels for lifts, step-free rooms and bathroom access before we book, and plan wheelchair-friendly routes where possible. Some heritage sites have steps; we’ll tell you which ones and suggest alternatives.
Message our 24/7 team and we’ll adjust the day, with more rest or an easier plan. If anyone needs to see a doctor, we’ll help you get to a clinic or hospital.
Every trip is private and priced for your whole family, not per seat. As a guide, our 10-day Hanoi to Hoi An journey starts from $830 for a family of four (land only), and every day trip is priced per family, not per person. Your first plan and quote are free.
Both. We have sample Vietnam family tour packages you can book as they are, and every one can be adjusted to your family’s ages, pace and dates.
Build your trip with expert guidance, from the first message to the last goodbye.
Tell us who’s coming: children’s ages, grandparents’ needs and your dates. We’ll be in touch within 1 business day.
Your personal travel advisor tailors pace, hotels and activities until the plan fits every generation.
Embark on your journey. We take care of everything from start to finish, so all you have to do is enjoy.
Tell us a little about your family and we’ll start shaping a plan around everyone, from the littlest traveller to the eldest.