We really enjoyed this comprehensive tour of Vietnam. Including time in more rural areas as well as the well known cities and sites, it gave us a great insight into local culture and there was plenty of opportunity to meet the locals who were incredibly friendly. The trip ran seemlesly in the extremely capable hands of our tour leader Diem, one of the best we've had (this was our 6th family holiday with Explore). Highlights would include all of the bike rides, exploring Tam Coc caves by boat, Saigon by cyclo, the amazing food, so fresh and plentiful, and the kids loved haggling for bargains in the markets and shops (especially Hoi An). Accommodation and transport were both of a great standard. Well done Explore!
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay, Sleeper Train
Age Range
7-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Mekong Delta, Mai Chau, Halong Bay, Ha Long Bay, Hue
Magical Southern Thailand boasts all types of impressive scenery, from awe-inspiring beaches to tropical forests packed with flora and fauna. Southern Thailand’s mix of cultures is wildly different from the northern regions, from their traditional cuisine to landscapes, and even language. Join this memorable six-day tour to admire gorgeous waterfalls in Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, feel the rush as you canoe through the adventurous Tham Le Khao Kob cave, meditate in the oldest Thai Buddhist temple of Wat Phra Mahathat, smell the scents of the wild orchids and lotus flowers, and explore some of the most stunning islands and turquoise beaches of the Andaman coast. Prepare yourself for a complete experience of southern Thailand! This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Phuket, Trang, Phatthalung, Nakh
Phuket, Trang, Phatthalung, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Khanom, Surat Thani
15% OFF TODAY
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Join this seven-day tour to discover the best of Southern Thailand. An experience tailored for nature lovers and adventurers. Hike through fauna-filled Khao Sok National Park. Explore Tham Khao Wang Tong cave as you admire nature’s rare stalagmite and stalactite creations. Visit the ancient Wat Phra Mahathat temple and breathe in the fresh air of Baan Kiri Wong in Southern Thailand’s largest province. Sail through the majestic Thale Noi Lake. Have fun in Tham Le Khao Kob cave on this eco-touristic adventure. Hop on a boat to visit some of the most stunning islands of the world, in the Andaman Sea and witness the turquoise beaches of this pristine paradise. This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Eco Lodge, Lodge
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Phuket, Khao Sok National Park
Phuket, Khao Sok National Park, Cheow Lan Lake, Khanom, Phatthalung, Trang, Krabi
15% OFF TODAY
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The Northern mountainous region offers, perhaps, the most spectacular scenery anywhere in Vietnam. Opportunities to see something of the lives, customs and costumes of many of Vietnam’s ethnic minorities abound. Discover the north of Vietnam and all its charm with a tour that showcases the diversity of both the landscapes and the cultures of the area. This trip will take you to Mai Chau, Son La, Sapa, Bac Ha, Ha Giang, Meo Vac, Dong Van, Ba Be lake, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Lang Son, Ha Long bay and Cat Ba island.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Son La, Lang Son, Cat Ba
Hanoi, Son La, Lang Son, Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay, Lai Chau, Sapa, Ha Giang, Meo Vac, Ba Be Lake, Cao Bang
Cycling Trip through North East Vietnam 6 days 5 nights take you from the vast lakes and chalky karsts of Ba Be National Park to the wild and rugged landscapes of Cao Bang to visit the most spectacular Ban Gioc waterfall in Vietnam. You will be travelling through the remote areas in the north of Vietnam, brushing along the Chinese border and staying with local families to find out about the unique cultures and customs of Vietnam.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Bac Kan, Ba Be National P
Hanoi, Bac Kan, Ba Be National Park, Cao Bang, Mau Son
Over 15 days, you’ll have the opportunity to delve a little deeper into Vietnam, reaching parts of the country where very few people get to go. Some of the highlights include visiting endangered primates in the beautiful Trang An, exploring one of the largest caves in the world, a scenic drive along the Hai Van pass made famous by the show Top Gear, sampling some of the world’s best coffee, tackling rapids while white water rafting and a cruise through the canals of the Mekong Delta to name just a few.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Home-stay, Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Da Lat, Mui Ne
Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Da Lat, Mui Ne, Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Hoi, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Vinh Moc, Hue, Hoi An, Buon Ma Thuot
From Hanoi - Ba Be Lake to Halong Bay is a motorbike tour on easy ride which will take you to the remote areas in northeast part of Vietnam. Where you will have the opportunity to experience the real life of many ethnic groups.
AdventureMotorcycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
9-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Vu Linh, Ba Be National P
Hanoi, Vu Linh, Ba Be National Park, Quang Uyen, Lang Son, Halong Bay
On this 10-day walking tour of northern Vietnam, you will visit the mountainous regions near the Chinese border. You will sweep along mountain passes and descend into beautiful valleys, visiting local markets and ethnic minority communities along the way. This tour is bound to fill you with a new found wonder of northern Vietnam and it's unique landscapes and cultures.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Home-stay
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Nghia Lo, Mu Cang Chai, B
Hanoi, Nghia Lo, Mu Cang Chai, Bac Ha, Hoang Su Phi, Ha Giang, Dong Van, Bao Lac, Ba Be Lake
Day 1: Hanoi ArrivalDay 2: Hanoi City Tour - Sapa (B/L)Destinations: Ho Chi Minh Complex,One Pillar Pagoda,Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple,Puppet ShowDay 3: Trekking In Sapa (B/L)Destinations: Trekking Sapa - Lao Chai & Ta Van Village.Day 4: Sapa - Hanoi (B/L)Destinations:Trekking Giang Ta Chai to Su Pan,meet the local people who belong to the Red Dao and Black Hmong ethnic groups,Sapa TownDay 5: Hanoi - Ninh Binh (B/L)Destinations:Ninh Binh - Van LongDay 6: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay (B/L/D)some karst grottoes, go swimming or explore the beaches.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City
Hanoi, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ben Tre, Cai Be, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue
On this unique heritage tour you will discover 3 world heritage sites of Vietnam; Hue Ancient Capital, Hoi An Ancient Town, and the My Son holy land with beach breaks on some of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam including Lang Co beach. You will also visit the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), the 17th parallel, Ben Hai River, Hien Luong Bridge, Vinh Moc Tunnel, and Quang Tri Citadel, all influential outposts during the war which became part of the DMZ.
Very well. Information was very detailed and well-chosen for us. No problems at all.
Coco Riverside Lodge was excellent we would have loved to have stayed longer in this beautiful place and enjoyed the great hospitality.
Service was extremely good. The guide was very informative and knowledgeable and the driver was very good and safe. Every place we visited we were taken care of very well. Hope to return again in the future.
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, Resort, Lodge
Age Range
35-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Da
Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Hue, Hanoi, Sapa, Cai Be, Hoi An
For a truly authentic Vietnamese experience, why not travel the country the local way, by bicycle? Take your time to savour the unique culture and diverse landscapes of Vietnam as you cross it in a slower, more deliberate way. The tour will take you from the bustling streets of Hanoi, through the charming scenes of Central Vietnam where you will get to enjoy locations like the caves of Phong Nha, the old Imperial city of Hue, and finally the gorgeous World Heritage Site of Hoi An.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Home-stay
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Pu Luong, Hoi An, Da Nang
Hanoi, Pu Luong, Hoi An, Da Nang, Ngoc Lac, Vinh, Huong Khe, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Khe Sanh, A Lưới, Hue
Explore have exceptional guides and exceptional itineraries. You really get to see and explore a country in a safe and sustainable way. With lots of smiles and memories to last a lifetime. We will definitely be travelling with Explore again!
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Bungalow, Resort, Home-stay, Guest House
Age Range
7-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Phuket, Bangkok, Khao Lak, Pak K
Phuket, Bangkok, Khao Lak, Pak Khlong Talat, Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Sam Roi Yot, Khao Sok National Park
This eight-day adventure veers off the beaten path and into the wild and unspoilt beauty of Northern Vietnam. During the trip, you will trek through mountains, valleys and villages to discover the landscapes and cultures of Sapa and the frontier region of Ha Giang before winding up in the sublime setting of Ba Be National Park.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Giang, Dong Van
Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Giang, Dong Van, Cao Bang, Ba Be Lake