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8 Days
From AUD $3850
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


 (20 reviews)

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Intrepid Travel · 8 days
4.5
20 Reviews
Duration

8 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Spend eight days in Vietnam discovering the highlights and traditions of this eternally beautiful and historically significant country on a Premium adventure.

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (7), Lunch (2), Dinner (3)
Accommodation: Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)

Highlights

  • Explore the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with a local leader who will help to uncover the vibrant mix of influences – from French to Asian traders to indigenous peoples.
  • Share a group dinner in Ho Chi Minh City at a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by renowned chef Ngo Thanh Hoa.
  • Fall asleep to the gentle rocking of your Feature Stay – an overnight cruise in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay on a boat as dazzling as its surroundings. Take in the views while enjoying dinner on deck.
  • Explore the charming Old Town of Hoi An – a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its canals and historic architecture. Sit down to enjoy a famed egg coffee at a local cafe and relax from the hustle and bustle.
  • Visit the Cu Chi tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City with a war veteran who will share his first-hand account of life during the war.
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Trip Details

Duration

8 days

Transportation

Boat, Plane, Private Minibus

Guide Language

English

Starts

Hanoi, Vietnam

Finishes

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Explorer, Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Hanoi
Xin chao! Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital city. When you arrive, you’ll be met at the airport by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, Hanoi is the perfect place to explore on foot. Maybe head to the city’s colourful Old Quarter or check out the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum, showcasing ancient and contemporary Vietnamese art. This evening, join your leader for a welcome dinner at an award-winning restaurant in a beautiful villa. Dive into the world of Vietnamese cuisine as your leader introduces you to a range of classic dishes made with the freshest local ingredients.

Included Activities:

  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Hanoi - Welcome Dinner
  • Fast Track Airport Service on Arrival

Optional Activities:

  • Hanoi - Ninh Binh Mini Adventure (TVAN) (355 USD)
  • Hiking in Sapa (TVAG) (432 USD)

Accommodation:

  • The Ann Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Halong Bay
Depart Hanoi and travel to Ha Long Bay – one of the great natural treasures of Vietnam and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Board your Feature Stay accommodation for the evening – the sleek Capellacruise, featuring comfortable suites with private balconies and boasting an attentive, friendly crew. Set sail in style as unforgettable views of scattered islands and towering limestone karsts slowly unfold in front of you. Explore the bay and sit down for a seafood lunch on board. The sites you visit here will vary, but you may stop at a cave where your leader can point out interesting rock formations, or maybe a fishing village to learn about local life. In the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to swim, kayak or simply relax on the beach. Soak in the scenic surroundings with a dinner on deck before settling in for a night of stargazing and swapping stories.

Included Activities:

  • Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise

Optional Activities:

  • Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour (250000 VND)

Accommodation:

  • Capella Cruise (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Hanoi
Start your day with a peaceful breakfast and some relaxation time on board the boat before returning to Hanoi in the mid-afternoon. Spend some free time exploring on your own, then join your group in the early evening for a leader-led walk through the city. From the French Quarter, you’ll head to the oldest ice cream shop in Hanoi to cool off before discovering more of the Old Quarter. Finish at a hidden traditional apartment for a classic Hanoian tea. Then, walk past historical landmarks including the Hanoi Opera House, Trang Tien Street, the Metropole hotel, the National State Bank, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hang Be Market and Cau Go Street, finishing at a traditional tube house.

Included Activities:

  • Hanoi – City Tour

Optional Activities:

  • Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure (29 USD)

Accommodation:

  • The Ann Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Hoi An
After breakfast today, you’ll take a mid-morning flight to Hoi An. Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch in a quiet garden setting that feels more locally rooted than the busy tourist flow. Then, set off on a guided walking tour of Hoi An’s Old Town and discover a blend of treasures and cultural influences from the city’s history as a trading port. Follow pagoda-lined streets to a Chinese assembly hall, cross the Japanese Covered Bridge, enter the ornately decorated historic house of a former trader and check out a local museum. Hoi An’s trading port was particularly known for its pottery, and centuries-old pottery villages still exist to this day. No trip to Vietnam is complete without trying its famed coffee – your leader will take you to a local coffee shop where you can savour a delicious brew as you watch the hustle and bustle of Hoi An. Maybe try a traditional ca phe trung (coffee whipped with egg and sweetened condensed milk) or a refreshing iced coconut coffee.

Included Activities:

  • Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
  • Hoi An - Vietnamese Coffee Stop

Accommodation:

  • Legacy Hoian Resort or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Hoi An
Today, you are free to explore as you wish. Maybe set off by bike with a local guide for a casual cycle through emerald-green rice paddies and villages. Then, board a boat for an amazing Thu Bon River view. After, feast on authentic cuisine with a selection of Vietnamese dishes at a local family’s restaurant. Or, skip the cycling and head straight to a farm-to-table dining experience in the agricultural village of Tra Que. The town is famous for cultivating over 40 different types of vegetables and herbs, particularly the aromatic herbs used in local rice-noodle dishes.

Optional Activities:

  • Hoi An - Farm to Table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant (84 USD)
  • Hoi An - Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience (69 USD)

Accommodation:

  • Legacy Hoian Resort or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City
This morning, fly to Ho Chi Minh City to start your exploration of this bustling hub. There’s no such thing as too much Vietnamese coffee, so start off by learning about the country’s coffee heritage and sustainable farming practices and prepare your own traditional Vietnamese coffee. After, take a city walk with your leader to see Ho Chi Minh City from past and present perspectives. Stroll past famous landmarks such as the ornate City People’s Committee Building, the City Opera House, a viewpoint of the CIA building, and the French-era Central Post Office. Landmarks and civic buildings contrast with the modern, commercial energy of the city centre – notice how beauty and sophistication sit alongside deeper layers of wartime and political history. In the evening, the food stalls at Ben Thanh Market might reel you in with the sweet and savoury scents of pho and bun mam.

Included Activities:

  • Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnamese Coffee Workshop
  • Ho Chi Minh City – City Tour

Accommodation:

  • Rex Saigon or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City
Today, head out for a Signature Experience at the Cu Chi Tunnels – an extensive underground network (some 200 km/124 mi) of tunnels dug initially by the Viet Minh and later expanded by the Viet Cong. They housed hospitals, dwellings and schools and were extensively used for refuge, storage and as a military base. As you explore this labyrinth, you’ll be guided by a war veteran who will share a first-hand account of life during the war. He will also share his in-depth knowledge of the tunnel system. Your leader will explain more about its history and the 1968 Tet Offensive. A section of the tunnels has been widened to give visitors a feel for what underground life must have been like. After, return to Ho Chi Minh City for some free time. This evening, enjoy a final dinner with your fellow travellers at a highly regarded contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by renowned chef Ngo Thanh Hoa.

Included Activities:

  • Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels with war veteran

Accommodation:

  • Rex Saigon or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you wish to spend some more time in Ho Chi Minh city, contact your booking agent to organise additional accommodation (subject to availability).

Optional Activities:

  • Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure (59 USD)
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $3,850
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 8 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Spend eight days in Vietnam discovering the highlights and traditions of this eternally beautiful and historically significant country on a Premium adventure.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 08 May 2027

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Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Rhonda
Traveled, April 2024

04/18/2024

Intrepid travel is an amazing tour company, I highly recommend them!

4.5
Lucy
Traveled, March 2024

04/08/2024

This was our 3rd tour with Intrepid and they continue to be fantastic. Great itinerary and hassle free travel, while allowing you to feel really engaged with the culture and the people of Vietnam.

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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