About this trip
Eleven days from Hanoi to Saigon covering the country's north-to-south highlights, on a budget-friendly Super Save package that still gets you to the key spots without cutting the experience short.
You'll cruise Halong Bay overnight on a traditional junk, spend time in the quiet Mai Chau Valley among rice paddies and the Thai ethnic minority community, and wander the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An. The trip ends in Ho Chi Minh City with a full-day out to the Mekong Delta.
It's a well-trodden route through Vietnam's biggest draws, with accommodation, meals, transport and guides included throughout.
What you'll do
- Overnight junk boat cruise through Halong Bay's limestone karsts
- Stay in Mai Chau Valley and visit a Thai ethnic minority village
- Explore Hoi An's old town and take a boat trip on the Thu Bon River
- Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office and the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City
- Cruise the Mekong Delta's canals and visit riverside villages
- A long north-to-south itinerary — expect frequent moves between cities and regions
- Super Save tier — a more basic level of accommodation and comfort than standard packages
- Suits those wanting a broad overview of Vietnam's culture and history rather than slow travel in one place
Worth it if you value seamless logistics and knowledgeable guides. Think twice if budget accommodation standards matter—Hanoi hotels can be hit-or-miss, and the overnight train to Da Nang isn't for everyone.
- Guides like Danny and Tony consistently stand out for problem-solving, knowledge, and genuine attentiveness throughout.
- Halong Bay excursion delivers: excellent boat, stunning scenery, quality food, and a genuinely outstanding experience.
- Hanoi hotel quality unreliable—broken locks, leaking showers, faulty AC reported; travel documents arrived hours before flights.
- Overnight train to Da Nang polarises travellers; many prefer flying despite cost, suggesting it's worth negotiating.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Hanoi · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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