Vietnam Explorer

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  • No booking fees
5 Based on 25 Reviews
  • Booking Type Instant booking
  • duration 13 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-40 yrs
  • max group size 20
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-40510
  • 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 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Ends Hanoi, Vietnam
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TOUR OVERVIEW
The "Vietnam Explorer" trip starts in Ho Chi Minh City and ends in Hanoi. It is an explorer tour that takes 13 days taking you through Hue, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi and 3 other destinations in Vietnam. "Vietnam Explorer" is a guided group trip that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Boasting a rich history, jaw-dropping mountain scenery, dirt-cheap prices, beautiful beaches, amazing architecture, welcoming locals, legendary food and parties that you will never forget (or is it never remember?), Vietnam could be considered the most well-rounded country in Southeast Asia. This epic country caters to all types of travellers and seems to be one of those places where one visit just isn’t enough. Experiencing an overnight boat trip in the unforgettable Halong Bay, becoming immersed in the magical Disneyland-esque town of the glowing lanterns in Hoi An, exploring the iconic cave systems of Phong Nha, cruising the famous Hai Van pass in open top Jeeps, and getting some much needed R+R on Vietnam's most famous form of transport - sleeper buses are just a few of the life changing experienes you'll have in Vietnam. Whether you start north in the capital of Hanoi, or south in Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon, as in Ms), your first TruTravels adventure to Vietnam may not be your last. Try out Vietnamese cuisine, sip a beer under the stars as you sail Halong Bay National Parks and live your best Tru life as travel from South Vietnam to North Vietnam on your epic 13 day Vietnam adventure!
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
  • Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City
  • Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City/Hoi An
  • Day 4: Hoi An
  • Day 5: Hoi An
  • Day 6: Hoi An
  • Day 7: Hoi An/Huế
  • Day 8: Huế
  • Day 9: Huế/Ninh Bình
  • Day 10: Ninh Bình/Hạ Long Bay
  • Day 11: Hạ Long Bay/Hanoi
  • Day 12: Hanoi
  • Day 13: Hanoi
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • All accommodation is included. Accommodation is mainly in twin share rooms. Sometimes dorm accommodations are used which will be exclusive to your tour group.
Meals
  • 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
  • All transportation is included
  • Airport pickup (Up to 2 days before tour)
Guide
  • An experienced guide throughout the trip.
Included activities
  • Ho Chi Minh City Orientation
  • Visit War Remnants Museum
  • Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit traditional Vietnamese tailors
  • Rural Bike Ride
  • Cooking Class
  • Massage
  • Ninh Binh Boat Tour
  • Hang Mua Cave Viewpoint
  • Egg Coffee Demonstration
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Ho Chi Minh City and from Hanoi 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 25 reviews
  • Amalia Vlas
  • From Romania
  • On Jan 20 2024
5 - Excellent
Vietnam Explorer with Lucas
I did the Vietnam Experience with Lucas and it was an amazing tour! He was on time with all the info we needed, super organized and great company to hang out with! Any culture or history questions were answered and we learned... Read more
  • Samuel Nixon
  • From England
  • On Nov 27 2023
5 - Excellent
Absolute brilliant trip.
The trip was unforgettable, had such a great time the tour guide Lucas was brilliant
A Bookmundi Travel Expert "James L" responded to this review: We're so pleased you had an awesome time with Lucas!
  • Anonymous
  • From England
  • On Nov 22 2023
5 - Excellent
Vietnam explorer
Lucas - what a G. Been on a few of these tours and no other guide done as much as Lucas. Absolute gent who made our trip what it was. 10/10 couldn’t fault him. Everything was seamless and any issues were quickly sorted by... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • From England
  • On Nov 20 2023
5 - Excellent
Tour guide- Lucas
Lucas was the best guide we could have asked for. He was genuine, knowledgeable, friendly, caring, authentic, honest. Could not have been a better fit for the group. You will have the best time with Lucas he did his job very... 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 62 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 61 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 19 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 61 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.

Age Requirement

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on this tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Our guides have enhanced training in how to carry out their role using social distancing measures. They are trained to take extra precautions against the spread of COVID-19.
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