About this trip
Ten days overland through Vietnam, covering the country from north to south in one straightforward route. You start in Hanoi, head out to Halong Bay, then finish in Ho Chi Minh City.
It's a solid introduction if you want to see the country's main highlights without trying to do it all yourself. Expect a mix of city time, a boat cruise, and the usual contrasts between Vietnam's old quarters and its busier southern hub.
What you'll do
- Explore Hanoi's old quarter and colonial-era streets
- Cruise the waters of Halong Bay
- Travel overland between Vietnam's north and south
- Finish your trip in Ho Chi Minh City
- Partially guided, so some sections you'll navigate with more independence
- Easy pace, suited to families and first-time visitors to Vietnam
Worth it if you want a well-paced highlights tour with strong local guides. Think twice if you prefer smaller groups or more flexibility.
- Halong Bay cruise and Mekong Delta genuinely stood out as memorable, not just ticked boxes.
- Tour guides were knowledgeable and funny; coordinators Chris and Rachel were responsive and helpful.
- Covers major highlights efficiently in ten days: Hanoi, Halong, Ninh Binh, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Hanoi · 19 Jul – 20 Jul
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