Uncover all the good bits of Vietnam on this ten-day adventure through backstreets, villages, cities and waterways, all with a local leader by your side. Trace the east coast and visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes while you fuel yourself with banh mi and condensed milk coffee. Try some authentic street food, wave to fishermen on the Mekong Delta and get the inside scoop on the best tailors of Hoi An. Take a motorbike through the ancient streets of Hue and spend a night on Halong Bay. This is an adventure full of life, colour and flavour that introduces you to the highlights of a fascinating nation with a small group of likeminded travellers.
Local culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An
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At either 8am or 12:30pm your private tour guide and car will pick you up from your hotel and take you North West to the Cu Chi Tunnels which are 70kms away. This is an area where Vietnamese people proudly held their ground during the Vietnam war (in Vietnam it is known as The American War). Over 200kms of underground tunnels were made, the trip will help you understand the struggle the Vietnamese would have gone through on the frontline. It took an enormous amount of ingenuity, courage and imagination to match the enemy and these tunnels were a big part of the Vietnam War and ended being a resounding victory for the Cu Chi people.
The tunnel system, fortifications and trenches were a part of a soldiers life, you will see how they lived, the kitchens, store rooms, hospital, living quarters. You can crawl around parts of the tunnel yourself and watch a video of the history of the Vietnam War in this area.
We will then take you back to your hotel.
You will join in a half-day Morning tour of Ho Chi Minh City from 08:00 am.
First, you will visit Notre Dame Cathedral and General Post Office, both of which are excellent examples of French colonial architecture.
Then, you will visit two famous tourist destinations in Saigon including: Reunification Palace, which used to be the house and workplace of the President of South Vietnam. This is also the last place of the end of the war in Vietnam. Then we visit War Remnants Museum which has many exhibitions relating to the Vietnam War.
After that, you will pay a visit to Ben Thanh Market to see a wide variety of goods that all locals need for their daily lives as well as a large number of local handicraft and textiles. You may and buy some as souvenirs.
Finally, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Around 6:00 AM you will leave for Cai Be by car/van. On the express highway of Trung Luong, you will make a stop to take photos in Tan An town, which overlooks the stunning flat rice fields.
Upon your arrival in Cai Be at about 9.30.A.M, you will set off by motor boat to pay a visit to the Cai Be floating market where you can observe the locals trading fruit and many other local goods on board their vessels.
Next, you will visit a small family business to learn about the traditional way they use to make coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn.
Then, you will stroll around the small villages to visit the huge orchard and fruit plantation, as well as join in the amazing performance of traditional southern Vietnamese folk music.
Around 11.30 AM, you will resume cruising a system of small canals to explore the hidden charms of the Upper Mekong Delta.
Once coming to Tan Phong island, you will join in a cooking instruction to learn how to cook special Vietnamese dishes. Then, you will have time enjoying the lunch and fresh river food in the middle of the garden. After lunch, you can relax on the hammocks to rejuvenate your energy.
Around 14.00 PM, you will ride a bike around the village path with fruit orchards and bonsai garden to get a chance to encounter the local islanders, interact with them to learn about the local life in Mekong Delta.
Finally, at about 15:00 PM, you will take a boat ride back to Cai Be and go back to Ho Chi Minh City by van/car.
The trips end around 16:30 – 17:00 pm.
At 7:30 am your tour guide will collect you early in the morning and depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels(70 km). The Cu Chi Tunnels is a site revealing some of the most intense battles during the Vietnam War. You will have the chance to explore the underground base of the resistance fighters and see the intricate network of over 124mi (200km) of the tunnels.
After the tunnels, we will head back to Ho Chi Minh City where we will stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch we will proceed to enjoy visits of the Old Colonial Residential Quarter, the Hotel De Ville, the Opera House, the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral, the General Post Office, the historical Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum and Ben Thanh Market.
In the afternoon you will be taken back to your hotel where the tour ends at approximately 5:30pm.
You will be picked up at your hotel in the center of district 1 around 7:30 am and then leave Ho Chi Minh city about 8:00 am to join in a full day tour cruising in My Tho and Ben Tre provinces.
Along the way, you can admire the scenic banks of the river bordered by green rice fields.
Once you arrive in My Tho, you will pay a visit to Vinh Trang pagoda, where you can take a leisurely boat ride along the river, observe the unique stilt houses, explore the fruit plantations and fishing villages along the river bank.
Then, you will get on board a sampan and cruise down the river around the magnificent Tortoise Islands, where you will have lunch in the orchard.
After that, you will take part in a boat ride to An Khanh – a less visited place in Ben Tre. You will enjoy cruising on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadows of water coconut trees along the beautiful natural canals.
After sampling some local tropical fruits you will be joining an amazing performance of folk music performed by the local people.
Afterward, you will go to a family business to sample the delicious coconut candy they make there. You will also explore the idyllic rural lifestyle as well as observe the pastoral life while roaming through the fruit plantation and the village.
Finally, you will be transferred back to Saigon. The trip ends at around 5pm.
Cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta
Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta
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Explore the well-known highlights and lesser-known spots of South East Asia on an epic month-long trip. Starting off in Bangkok, get lost in the chaos of Thailand's capital city before soaking up Chiang Mai’s more relaxed pace. Cruise along the Mekong River to reach peaceful Luang Prabang – a colourful town dotted with monks, pop-up stalls and French-inspired eateries. In Vietnam, cruise through dramatic karst scenery on a boat tour of Ha Long Bay, travel back to the time of Vietnam’s emperors in Hue, soak up the old-world charm of Hoi An and be wowed by the endless energy of Ho Chi Minh City. Then discover Cambodia's fascinating history and culture in Phnom Penh's bustling streets and in the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor, before wrapping up the adventure back in Thailand.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Guest House
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Bangkok, Vang Vieng, Vientiane
Bangkok, Vang Vieng, Vientiane, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Battambang, Siem Reap, Chiang Mai, Chiang Khong, Mekong River, Luang Prabang
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Fantastic trip the organisation was brilliant from start to finish (including booking arrangements). A very well thought out and well planned holiday. It hit all the buttons!
Local culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Halong Bay, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An
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Take a memorable night cruising on the beautiful Saigon River and delight in the spectacular views of Saigon by night.
Saigon River is located in southern Vietnam that rises near Phum Daung in southeastern Cambodia, flows south and south-southeast for about 230 kilometers and flows out into the Nhà Bè River.
Around 18:00 - 18:30 our driver will come to your hotel to pick you up and transfer you to the pier. You will then check in the cruise and enjoy your marvelous cruise on Saigon River.
The delicious dinner will be served while cruising along the Saigon River & seeing the skyline and a bustling rivers life. Enjoy 2 hours cruise and gastronomic moment with soft classical music on the most authentic vessel on the river. The captain will welcome you onboard and introduce you to the specialties which have made this boat a culinary experience in Ho Chi Minh City.
While on board, relax in the upper deck and enjoy a panoramic view of the city lights. Admire this lacquer wooden boat while cruising along the water. Choose from several traditional menus including fried shrimps with tamarind sauce, sautéed “Pox Oi” with beef or steamed elephant ear fish. Indulge yourself in an unforgettable evening on the waterways.
You will return to the pier around 21:30 and will be transferred back to your hotel.
CruiseRiver canal tour
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City
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With delicious food, scenic natural sites and lots of friendly locals to teach you about the diverse culture, the whole family will fall in love with Vietnam on this 13-day trip. Sail through the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay, watch a water puppet show after exploring the Old Quarter of Hanoi and learn about rich emperors in Hue on a cyclo tour. Wander the colourful heritage buildings of Hoi An, then hit the beach to chill under palm trees (maybe even take a dip in the Vietnam East Sea!). Make paper flowers with an organisation that supports the local deaf community and enjoy a special dining experience at KOTO restaurant, an organisation that supports disadvantaged youth. This is Vietnam!
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Home-stay, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An
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About 8:00 am, you will get out of Ho Chi Minh center to Reach My Tho, the town situated on the left side of the Mekong River.
Upon your arrival, you will get on board the sampan and cruise down the river around the four magnificent islands of Phoenix, Unicorn, Dragon and Tortoise islands.
Then, you make a stop at Unicorn Island, where you can go for a short walk on a country lane and visit the tropical fruit gardens, sample some fruits and join in an amazing performance of folk song music performed by the local people.
Next, you will ride a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and immerse in the tranquility of the countryside, pay a visit to a family business to see the honey-bee farm and taste the honey tea and stunning coconut candy.
After that, you will have time for lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch, you will ride a bike around Tan Thach village, encounter and interact with the local villagers to learn about the local life in the Mekong Delta. If you cannot join in the cycling trip, you can enjoy hammock relaxing in cool breeze.
Finally, you will transfer back to Saigon. The trip ends about 5pm.
CruiseBicycle tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta
Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta
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