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Solo-ish Vietnam

Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City 11 days Up to 16

About this trip

Eleven days across Vietnam, built for people travelling solo but who'd rather not do it alone. You move through the country's cities, coastline and history with a small group and local hosts who know the places beyond the guidebook version.

Expect a mix of old streets, good food and one properly scenic boat day on Halong Bay. It's a guided trip, so the logistics are handled and you can focus on being somewhere new.

What you'll do

  • Cruise Halong Bay's waters on a private boat
  • Wander the French colonial streets of Hoi An's old town
  • Eat your way through local dishes with people who know where to go
  • Explore Vietnam's history and architecture with local hosts guiding you
Good to know
  • Designed for solo travellers joining a small group rather than going it alone
  • Fully guided throughout, with local hosts leading the cultural side of things
  • Runs over Christmas and New Year, so expect a festive crowd on this departure
What travellers actually say

Worth it if you want curated experiences and solo-friendly group dynamics. Think twice if you need downtime or dislike packed itineraries.

  • The Solo-ish concept genuinely works: everyone arrives alone, so the group bonds naturally without cliques.
  • Guide Kim stood out for local knowledge, humour and warmth; hands-on activities like cooking classes and pottery were highlights.
  • The schedule is relentless with minimal rest; two travellers flagged the final Mekong Delta days as long travel for little payoff.
  • Airport pickup and low-cost solo accommodation included; most meals covered, making budget predictable and solo travel logistics easier.

Distilled from real traveller reviews on TourRadar — we don't edit out the bad bits.

Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£219 less all-in
Best of Vietnam from Hanoi to Saigon 11 Days - Super Save
4.6from £70011 days
The trade-off: same length, a different operator.
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Best month to go

Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £919, about 45% below the priciest month (Dec).

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Getting there

Hanoi
One-way · arrive 22 Oct 26

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Where to stay

A night before your tour in Hanoi · 22 Oct23 Oct

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