Vietnam Explorer

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5 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 21 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-21814
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Hanoi, Vietnam
  • Ends Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • See Vietnam in depth on a 3-week journey from Hanoi, the Central Highlands to the Mekong
  • Enjoy an extended 2-night junk cruise to see more of stunning Halong Bay
  • Scenic drive through the beautiful Central Highlands where we trek, raft and visit tribal villages
The "Vietnam Explorer" trip starts in Hanoi and ends in Ho Chi Minh City. It is an active and outdoor trip that takes 21 days taking you through Hoi An, Kon Tum, Hue and 9 other destinations in Vietnam. "Vietnam Explorer" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Take an in-depth journey across Vietnam following part of the Ho Chi Minh Trail through the beautiful Central Highlands where we trek, raft and visit tribal villages. We also explore beyond Halong Bay and cruise among floating markets on the Mekong Delta.



Halong Bay - Take an extended 2 night junk cruise through its jade green waters

Central Highlands - Stay in a tented camp and trek, raft whilst visiting tribal villages

Ho Chi Minh City - Crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels and walk through the alleys of Old Saigon
ITINERARY Expand All
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  • Day 1 : Join tour in Hanoi
  • Day 2 : Discover the sights of Hanoi including the Old Quarter
  • Day 3 : Free time in Hanoi, drive to Halong Bay; overnight on boat
  • Day 4 : In Halong Bay; sea kayaking and visit floating village; overnight on boat
  • Day 5 : Drive to Hanoi; sleeper train to Hue
  • Day 6 : Arrive in Hue; boat along Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda
  • Day 7 : In Hue, visit the Imperial Citadel; free afternoon
  • Day 8 : Scenic drive via Danang to Hoi An
  • Day 9 : From Hoi An, visit ancient My Son; free afternoon in Hoi An
  • Day 10 : Free day to explore Hoi An; optional visit to My Lai
  • Day 11 : Drive through mountains to Kon Tum in Central Highlands
  • Day 12 : In Kon Tum, walk through tribal villages
  • Day 13 : Drive to Western Highlands; take boat on Lake Lak
  • Day 14 : Drive to coastal Nha Trang
  • Day 15 : In Nha Trang, boat cruise on Ninh Van Bay
  • Day 16 : Fly to Ho Chi Minh City; explore Old Saigon; free afternoon
  • Day 17 : Drive to Mekong Delta; cruise Mekong River; overnight in homestay
  • Day 18 : In Mekong Delta, watch cottage industries alongside narrow canals
  • Day 19 : Drive to Ho Chi Minh City
  • Day 20 : From Ho Chi Minh City, visit Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Day 21 : Tour ends in Ho Chi Minh City
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • 19 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners
Accommodation
  • Nesta Hanoi Hotel (2 nights)
  • Halong Bay Junk (2 nights)
  • Overnight train from Hanoi to Hue (1 night)
  • Thanh Lich 2 Hotel (2 nights)
  • Vinh Hung Old Town Hotel (3 nights)
  • Indochine Hotel (2 nights)
  • Lak Tented Camp (1 night)
  • Tran Vien Dong Hotel (2 nights)
  • Alagon Central Hotel (3 nights)
  • Ut Trinh & Ut Quynh Homestay (1 night)
  • Van Phat Riverside (1 night)
Transport
  • Driver(s)
  • Bus
  • Boat
  • Flight
  • Train
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
  • Boat Crew
  • Local Guide(s)
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Hanoi and from Ho Chi Minh City are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Vietnam Explorer tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Margaret
  • On Feb 28 2020
5 - Excellent
Excellent
I took advantage of the Beach extension to this trip to Phu Quoc. Although I enjoyed my stay the hotel is obviously used by some large Russian Group Tour companies which cater for family holidays, perhaps a quieter hotel could be... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Vietnam Explorer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 17 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 17 June 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Vietnam Explorer tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Vietnam Explorer tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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