About this trip
Ten days running the length of Vietnam, from the buzz of Ho Chi Minh City to the older, quieter streets of Hanoi. You get a proper mix of city, coast and countryside, with history woven through most of it.
The route takes in the Mekong Delta and the Cu Chi Tunnels before heading up to Hoi An and Hue, then finishes with a night on Halong Bay and a look at Hanoi's old quarter.
It's a sightseeing-led trip rather than a slow one — you'll cover a lot of the country's highlights in a short space of time.
What you'll do
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City and cruise the Mekong River
- Crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels used during the war
- Wander the old town streets of Hoi An
- See the imperial tombs and temples of Hue
- Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
- Watch a traditional water-puppet show in Hanoi
- Covers a lot of ground in 10 days, so expect regular travel between stops
- Mix of city sightseeing and history, with one overnight cruise for a change of pace
Worth it if you value seamless logistics, excellent guides, and good value on a tight budget. Think twice if you expect a consistent group dynamic or proactive communication.
- Guides like Trinh and HA were standout—attentive, professional, and made the itinerary feel effortless.
- Communication was reactive: you had to ask daily for pickup times and itinerary details instead of them proactively sending it.
- Advertised as a group tour but you're often with different people each day—essentially a solo experience with rotating guides.
- Hotels were well-located and good value; some reviews suggest upgrading to 4-5 star for noticeably better quality.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Ho Chi Minh City · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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