About this trip
Nine days covering Vietnam's greatest hits, from Ho Chi Minh City in the south to Hanoi in the north, with the Mekong Delta and Halong Bay in between.
You get a proper contrast of city energy and quieter landscapes: Saigon's traffic and history, the slow rivers and orchards of the Mekong, the limestone islands of Halong Bay, and Hoi An's lantern-lit old town.
It's a partially guided trip, so there's a mix of organised sightseeing and time to explore on your own.
What you'll do
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City's history and street life
- Cruise the waterways and villages of the Mekong Delta
- Sail among the limestone islands of Halong Bay
- Wander Hoi An's old town under its lanterns
- Visit Hanoi, Vietnam's historic capital
- Covers the length of Vietnam in 9 days, so expect a fast pace and internal transfers between regions
- Partially guided — some days are structured, others left free for you to explore
Worth it if you're a first-timer who wants authentic experiences without logistical stress. Think twice if you dislike repetitive water-based activities.
- Lantern-making and farming activities in Hoi An felt genuinely authentic, not tourist theatre.
- Guides were knowledgeable, friendly and funny; Chris Tran's travel consultant support was responsive throughout.
- Mekong Delta and bamboo boat rides overlapped in appeal—two water-based activities felt repetitive.
- Good balance of structured activities and free time to explore independently, especially in Hoi An.
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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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