About this trip
Nine days across Vietnam, running from Ho Chi Minh City in the south up to Hanoi in the north, taking in the country's biggest contrasts along the way.
You'll spend time on the water in the Mekong Delta, wander the old town lanterns of Hoi An, and cruise the limestone karsts of Halong Bay, alongside the pace and history of the two big cities.
It's a custom-tailored itinerary, so the route can flex around your group's interests, and it runs partially guided rather than with a guide at your side the whole way.
What you'll do
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City
- Take a boat through the Mekong Delta
- Wander Hoi An's old town and its lanterns
- Cruise the karst scenery of Halong Bay
- Discover Hanoi
- Custom-tailored — the itinerary can be adjusted to suit your group
- Partially guided, so some days you're exploring on your own
- Covers a lot of ground, from Saigon in the south to Hanoi in the north
Worth it if you want a well-organised itinerary covering Vietnam's main sights with included meals and decent hotels. Think twice if you prefer spontaneity or dislike pre-planned group structures.
- Hands-on activities like lantern-making in Hoi An genuinely engage families, not just sightseeing.
- Local guides (Lucy, Long) are exceptionally responsive on WhatsApp and email before and during travel.
- Nine days hits sweet spot: covers Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An, Halong Bay without feeling rushed.
- Bana Hills and amusement park are optional extras; factor in additional costs if those interest you.
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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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