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Experience Overview
Spend eight days in Vietnam discovering the highlights and traditions of this eternally beautiful and historically significant country on a Premium adventure. Take part in enriching local encounters as your leader shows you the soul of this diverse pocket of Asia. Get lost in the districts of colourful Hanoi, cruise past the limestone karsts of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay, discover the old-world charm of Hoi An’s ancient city and navigate the winding streets and chaotic traffic of Ho Chi Minh City with a local leader by your side. As an Exclusive Experience, you’ll also visit the Cu Chi Tunnels with a war veteran who will share his personal experiences.
Highlights
- Explore the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with a local leader who will help to uncover the vibrant mix of influences – from French to Asian traders to indigenous peoples.
- Share a group dinner in Ho Chi Minh City at a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by renowned chef Ngo Thanh Hoa.
- Fall asleep to the gentle rocking of your Feature Stay – an overnight cruise in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay on a boat as dazzling as its surroundings. Take in the views while enjoying dinner on deck.
- Explore the charming Old Town of Hoi An – a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its canals and historic architecture. Sit down to enjoy a famed egg coffee at a local cafe and relax from the hustle and bustle.
- Visit the Cu Chi tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City with a war veteran who will share his first-hand account of life during the war.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2841
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Unknown
Transport: Boat, Plane, Private Minibus
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer, Budget
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: TVPS
Starts: Hanoi, Vietnam
Finishes: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (7), Lunch (2), Dinner (2)Accommodation: Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3515 ($439 /day)
Itinerary
Xin chao! Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital city. When you arrive, you’ll be met at the airport by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, Hanoi is the perfect place to explore on foot. Maybe head to the city’s colourful Old Quarter or check out the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum, showcasing ancient and contemporary Vietnamese art. This evening, join your leader for a welcome dinner at an award-winning restaurant in a beautiful villa. Dive into the world of Vietnamese cuisine as your leader introduces you to a range of classic dishes made with the freshest local ingredients.
Included Activities:
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Hanoi - Welcome Dinner
- Fast Track Airport Service on Arrival
Optional Activities:
- Hanoi - Ninh Binh Mini Adventure (TVAN) (355 USD)
- Hiking in Sapa (TVAG) (432 USD)
Accommodation:
- The Ann Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Depart Hanoi and travel to Ha Long Bay – one of the great natural treasures of Vietnam and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Board your Feature Stay accommodation for the evening – the sleek Capellacruise, featuring comfortable suites with private balconies and boasting an attentive, friendly crew. Set sail in style as unforgettable views of scattered islands and towering limestone karsts slowly unfold in front of you. Explore the bay and sit down for a seafood lunch on board. The sites you visit here will vary, but you may stop at a cave where your leader can point out interesting rock formations, or maybe a fishing village to learn about local life. In the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to swim, kayak or simply relax on the beach. Soak in the scenic surroundings with a dinner on deck before settling in for a night of stargazing and swapping stories.
Included Activities:
- Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
Optional Activities:
- Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour (250000 VND)
Accommodation:
- Capella Cruise (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Start your day with a peaceful breakfast and some relaxation time on board the boat before returning to Hanoi in the mid-afternoon. Spend some free time exploring on your own, then join your group in the early evening for a leader-led walk through the city. From the French Quarter, you’ll head to the oldest ice cream shop in Hanoi to cool off before discovering more of the Old Quarter. Finish at a hidden traditional apartment for a classic Hanoian tea. Then, walk past historical landmarks including the Hanoi Opera House, Trang Tien Street, the Metropole hotel, the National State Bank, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hang Be Market and Cau Go Street, finishing at a traditional tube house.
Included Activities:
- Hanoi – City Tour
Optional Activities:
- Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure (29 USD)
Accommodation:
- The Ann Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast today, you’ll take a mid-morning flight to Hoi An. Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch in a quiet garden setting that feels more locally rooted than the busy tourist flow. Then, set off on a guided walking tour of Hoi An’s Old Town and discover a blend of treasures and cultural influences from the city’s history as a trading port. Follow pagoda-lined streets to a Chinese assembly hall, cross the Japanese Covered Bridge, enter the ornately decorated historic house of a former trader and check out a local museum. Hoi An’s trading port was particularly known for its pottery, and centuries-old pottery villages still exist to this day. No trip to Vietnam is complete without trying its famed coffee – your leader will take you to a local coffee shop where you can savour a delicious brew as you watch the hustle and bustle of Hoi An. Maybe try a traditional ca phe trung (coffee whipped with egg and sweetened condensed milk) or a refreshing iced coconut coffee.
Included Activities:
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
- Hoi An - Vietnamese Coffee Stop
Accommodation:
- Legacy Hoian Resort or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you are free to explore as you wish. Maybe set off by bike with a local guide for a casual cycle through emerald-green rice paddies and villages. Then, board a boat for an amazing Thu Bon River view. After, feast on authentic cuisine with a selection of Vietnamese dishes at a local family’s restaurant. Or, skip the cycling and head straight to a farm-to-table dining experience in the agricultural village of Tra Que. The town is famous for cultivating over 40 different types of vegetables and herbs, particularly the aromatic herbs used in local rice-noodle dishes.
Optional Activities:
- Hoi An - Farm to Table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant (84 USD)
- Hoi An - Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience (69 USD)
Accommodation:
- Legacy Hoian Resort or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, fly to Ho Chi Minh City to start your exploration of this bustling hub. There’s no such thing as too much Vietnamese coffee, so start off by learning about the country’s coffee heritage and sustainable farming practices and prepare your own traditional Vietnamese coffee. After, take a city walk with your leader to see Ho Chi Minh City from past and present perspectives. Stroll past famous landmarks such as the ornate City People’s Committee Building, the City Opera House, a viewpoint of the CIA building, and the French-era Central Post Office. Landmarks and civic buildings contrast with the modern, commercial energy of the city centre – notice how beauty and sophistication sit alongside deeper layers of wartime and political history. In the evening, the food stalls at Ben Thanh Market might reel you in with the sweet and savoury scents of pho and bun mam.
Included Activities:
- Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnamese Coffee Workshop
- Ho Chi Minh City – City Tour
Accommodation:
- Rex Saigon or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, head out for an Exclusive Experience at the Cu Chi Tunnels – an extensive underground network (some 200 km/124 mi) of tunnels dug initially by the Viet Minh and later expanded by the Viet Cong. They housed hospitals, dwellings and schools and were extensively used for refuge, storage and as a military base. As you explore this labyrinth, you’ll be guided by a war veteran who will share a first-hand account of life during the war. He will also share his in-depth knowledge of the tunnel system. Your leader will explain more about its history and the 1968 Tet Offensive. A section of the tunnels has been widened to give visitors a feel for what underground life must have been like. After, return to Ho Chi Minh City for some free time. This evening, enjoy a final dinner with your fellow travellers at a highly regarded contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by renowned chef Ngo Thanh Hoa.
Included Activities:
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels with war veteran
Accommodation:
- Rex Saigon or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you wish to spend some more time in Ho Chi Minh city, contact your booking agent to organise additional accommodation (subject to availability).
Optional Activities:
- Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure (59 USD)
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Rhonda - Traveled, April 2024
Intrepid travel is an amazing tour company, I highly recommend them!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/18/2024
Lucy - Traveled, March 2024
This was our 3rd tour with Intrepid and they continue to be fantastic. Great itinerary and hassle free travel, while allowing you to feel really engaged with the culture and the people of Vietnam.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/08/2024
Chris - Traveled, March 2024
This Vietnam trip was worth every penny with Intrepid. Our tour guide made it even more special by making us feel welcomed, safe and fully engaged throughout the journey! I would highly recommend this trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/16/2024
Tina - Traveled, March 2024
The perfect Spring Break trip combining history, culture, amazing food and beautiful sites traveling with a nice group of people and led by a knowledgeable guide with a great sense of humor. No stress of driving in traffic, getting lost or having issues due to language barrier. I highly recommend Intrepid tour of Vietnam.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/31/2024
Donna - Traveled, March 2024
Excellent trip to Vietnam with top tour leader, Anh Nguyen safe for singles great schedule and lots of fun
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/02/2024
Rose - Traveled, March 2024
I had a really lovely time on this holiday. The locations, people, places, restauraunts and organising of it were all great. I could find nothing at all wrong with it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/27/2024
Deirdre - Traveled, March 2024
A great small group tour. Our group really clicked from the start. Our leader Thuong really looked after us and she showcased the best of her country. Would highly recommend.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/01/2024
Nicolas - Traveled, March 2024
Intrepid provided us a well organised trip to Vietnam far better than other travel agencies we went to
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/27/2024
Nicolas - Traveled, March 2024
A very eye opening trip to expand knowledge to compare and appreciate own lifestyles to others in the world.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/25/2024
Jilda - Traveled, March 2023
A taste of Vietnam was amazing. Our leader Anh was wonderful and condiderate of all persons on the trip. We saw so many interesting sights and would now consider another holiday here to explore some cities in a deeper and longer stay.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/24/2024
Ian - Traveled, March 2024
Vietnam was very well presented in this compact tour. Everyone we encountered was friendly and helpful. One more day in HCMC would have been nice but not by shortening other locations.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/24/2024
Michael - Traveled, March 2024
My trip to Vietnam in March 15 to 23, 2024 was exceedingly well done. The tour guide Anh was just fantastic P
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/23/2024
Graham - Traveled, March 2024
We had not done a guided Tour before and were referred to Intrepid by our Travel Agent. We were not disappointed, and the premium package was the way to go for those little bit extra luxuries, and ability to travel between cities faster. Our guide Binh "B" , was a real asset to the tour, sharing his knowledge both personal and as a guide. He is a real asset to Intrepid. I would have no hesitation to do another tour with Intrepid, and look forward to our next one.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/03/2024
Anna - Traveled, March 2024
Excellent trip good tour guide Hieu enjoying learning about Vietnam and the culture here
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/14/2024
Elizabeth - Traveled, March 2024
Our first experience of Vietnam was overwhelming - a truly fascinating, beautiful, friendly country with layers of history that were wonderful to learn about from our superb, experienced, amusing tour guide Hieu. I urge you to come to Vietnam, it will astound you.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/14/2024
Fraser - Traveled, March 2024
Highly recommend a tour of Vietnam. The culture food and long history are fascinating.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/14/2024
Siobhán - Traveled, March 2024
A superbly organised and guided tour . Would totally recommend to friends
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/11/2024
Chris - Traveled, March 2024
We found Intrepid’s Vietnam trip to be very enriching and through a thoughtful itinerary and an excellent guide we had a wonderful experience that I would recommend to friends.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/11/2024
Steven - Traveled, March 2024
Just finished an amazing trip in Vietnam with Intrepid! Fantastic guide Oscar and a wonderful experience- would recommend Intrepid to anyone!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/09/2024
Vicki - Traveled, March 2024
We went on the Premier 8 day tour of Vietnam from North to South .. very interesting, well organised and educational trip. We will definitely travel with Intrepid again in the future.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/09/2024
