Travel Vietnam completely independently, then jump into small-group extensions whenever you feel like company. Ha Long Bay overnight, Mekong homestay, Sapa trekking – all bookable on the spot with other solo travelers (max 12).
Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years guiding more than 100,000 international travelers across Vietnam & Cambodia. This flexible system is built from real solo-traveler requests collected by Legend Travel Group – the pioneer of freedom-first Vietnam Tours since 2008.
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Spontaneous = legendary (Source: Internet)You want to wake up in Hoi An and decide at 10 a.m. that today you feel like a cooking class with 11 other fun humans.
Or spend three days cycling solo in the Mekong Delta, then suddenly crave a sunset cruise with new friends.
That’s exactly what “Optional Group Extensions” give you.
Core itinerary = 100 % independent.
Extensions = jump-on/jump-off small-group adventures whenever the mood strikes.
70–80 % of Legend guests travel solo and use this exact system.
Book your base Vietnam independent trip (flights, trains, hostels)
Pre-book or decide on the spot which extensions you want
Meet your small group (max 12) at the activity start point
Enjoy the experience together, then go back to solo freedom
Only 10 % deposit – cancel or change free up to 48 hours before
Some moments are just yours (Source: Internet)|
Extension Name |
Duration |
What You Do Together |
Price (USD) |
Meeting Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ha Long Bay Castaway Overnight |
2D1N |
Kayaking, rock climbing, private island party |
$149 |
Hanoi Old Quarter |
|
Ninh Binh “Ha Long on Land” Boat |
Full day |
Trang An boat ride, Mua Caves, bicycle with group |
$59 |
Hanoi hostels |
|
Sapa 2-Day Trek & Homestay |
2D1N |
Rice terrace trek, H’mong village dinner |
$129 |
Hanoi / direct train |
|
Mekong Delta Homestay Experience |
2D1N |
Floating markets, homestay family dinner, karaoke |
$119 |
Ho Chi Minh District 1 |
|
Hoi An Cooking Class + Lanterns |
Half day |
Market tour, cook together, lantern release |
$49 |
Hoi An ancient town |
|
Phong Nha Cave Expedition |
Full day |
Paradise + Dark Cave zip-line & mud bath |
$89 |
Phong Nha hostels |
|
Phu Quoc Island Sunset Cruise |
Evening |
Seafood BBQ on boat, swimming with plankton |
$45 |
Duong Dong |
All extensions guaranteed daily/weekly – you will never be the only solo traveler.
Some moments are better shared (Source: Internet)|
Day |
Location |
Solo or Group? |
Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1–3 |
Hanoi |
Solo |
Old Quarter, street food, train street |
|
4–5 |
Ha Long Bay |
Optional Group Extension |
Castaway island overnight |
|
6 |
Ninh Binh |
Optional Group Extension |
Boat tour + bicycle |
|
7–8 |
Phong Nha |
Solo + Optional Extension |
Independent caves + group Dark Cave |
|
9–11 |
Hoi An / Da Nang |
Solo + Optional Extension |
Beach days + evening cooking class |
|
12 |
Ho Chi Minh |
Solo |
City exploration + departure |
Total flexibility – add or skip any extension on the spot.
Total independence – no forced group dinners
Instant friends when you want them – just show up
Same small group for each extension (max 12)
No single supplement anywhere
Only pay for what you use
Cancel/change free up to 48 hours before
★★★★★ “Did 8 days solo, then added Ha Long and Mekong extensions on day 7. Best of both worlds.” – Alex, Canada
★★★★★ “I’m introverted but added the Hoi An cooking class on a whim. Left with 11 new friends.” – Mia, Sweden
★★★★★ “Changed my mind three times. Legend let me switch extensions for free. Perfect.” – Liam, Australia
Day 6: still loving my own company (Source: Internet)All extensions led by English-speaking local guides
Private airport/hostel pickups included
24/7 WhatsApp support
Full travel insurance required (we can arrange)
Best decision of the trip (Source: Internet)|
Item |
Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
|
Base independent travel (10 days) |
$300–$450 |
|
Average 3–4 extensions |
$250–$400 |
|
Total 10–12 day trip |
$550–$850 |
Still under $75/day with maximum freedom + maximum fun.
Book your first extension in advance (Ha Long fills fast)
Keep 2–3 days completely free – best surprises happen then
Download the Legend app – see real-time availability
Add your Instagram to the extension WhatsApp – instant crew
Bring a portable charger – group photos drain batteries
Do I have to do any group activities?
No – 100 % optional. Many guests do zero and love it.
What if I change my mind on the spot?
Just message us – we’ll add or cancel free up to 48 hrs.
Will I be the only solo traveler on extensions?
Never – 70–80 % solo on every departure.
Can I extend my whole trip?
Yes – add Phu Quoc, Sapa, or Cambodia anytime.
Best extensions for introverts?
Ninh Binh boat (quiet & stunning) or Hoi An cooking class (small & relaxed).
You don’t have to choose between solo travel and making friends.
You can have both – exactly when you want them.
Join thousands of independent travelers who chose Vietnam Tours with optional extensions by Legend Travel Group and designed the perfect balance of freedom and connection.
Only 10 % deposit – change anything free – max 12 travelers – daily departures.
Start building your perfect trip now → https://www.legendtravelgroup.com
By Legend Travel Group – Where freedom meets friendship since 2008
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