Best of Vietnam (Partially Guided) - 13 days Tour by On The Go Tours

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Tour Type

Small Group

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Age Requirement

18 - 80 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Easy

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Ends

Hanoi, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Highlights

Hanoi – Ride pillion on taxi-motorbikes and discover the backstreets of the city including the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo Prison

Cu Chi Tunnels – Discover the legendary tunnels which were used masterfully by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War

Ho Chi Minh City – Explore the sobering War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace and the fascinating FITO Museum

Halong Bay – Weave around beautiful limestone islets onboard a junk boat and explore inside the beautiful caves

Hue – See the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda and the Imperial Purple Palace which is hidden behind the walls of the ancient Citadel

Itinerary

Experience Vietnam from north to south on this 13-day partially guided journey, crafted for seasoned explorers and seniors who appreciate a mix of history, culture, and coastal beauty. Start in Hanoi, step back in time amidst imperial Hue, and sail through the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay.

The adventure continues through rural villages and thriving cities, culminating in Ho Chi Minh City, where you’ll visit the fascinating Cu Chi tunnels. With comfortable accommodations, carefully arranged transport, and select guided sightseeing, you’ll enjoy Vietnam’s diverse landscapes and flavors at a relaxed pace.

The standout feature of this trip is its seamless combination of iconic sites and authentic local encounters, ensuring a well-rounded, memorable journey.

Day 1Hanoi

Day 2Backstreets of Hanoi tour

Day 3Junk boat cruising, Halong Bay

Day 4Hanoi Old Quarter

Day 5Imperial Hue

Day 6Delightful Hoi An

Day 7Tra Que village

Day 8Hoi An - at leisure

Day 9Cruising the Mekong

Day 10Mekong & Ho Chi Minh City

Day 11Cu Chi Tunnels

Day 12Ho Chi Minh City Tour

Day 13Ho Chi Minh City

Best of Vietnam (Partially Guided) - 13 days

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What's Included

Accommodation

10 nights 4 star and special class hotels and 1 night aboard deluxe junk boat (private en suite cabin)

Meals

Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 1 dinner

Transport

Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 13All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

Guide

Tour Style: On this tour you will enjoy sightseeing at all included sights with expert local guides, and all of your travel arrangements are included. You will travel without a tour guide between destinations. If you would prefer to be fully escorted by a single tour guide throughout your trip, please book our fully guided Best of Vietnam tour

Others

1 overnight sleeper train Hanoi to Hue in basic 4 berth cabin (or opt to fly - see Add-ons for details)Guided sightseeing - Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Mekong Delta, Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh CityHalong Bay Junk boat cruise - opt to swim, kayak and explore cavesSampan boat trips in the Mekong DeltaBicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking demonstrationLocal English speaking specialist guides for all sightseeingEconomy class flight: Danang to Ho Chi Minh City

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Best of Vietnam (Partially Guided) - 13 days

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