Vietnam Explorer

From AUD $1916 Was AUD $2395
Rating
(21 reviews)

Vietnam Explorer
13 days
Unknown
Basic
English
Experience Overview
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?.
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!
Highlights
- Bamboo Basket Boat Trip Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour Halong Bay Cruise Local Cooking Class Lantern Making in Hoi An Ho Chi Minh City Orientation Visit War Remnants Museum Cu Chi Tunnels Visit traditional Vietnamese tailors Rural Bike Ride
- Hoi An Cooking Class Ninh Binh Boat Tour Hang Mua Cave Viewpoint Egg Coffee Demonstration Hanoi Orientation Overnight Train
Trip Details
13 days
English
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam
Unknown
Classic
Basic
Itinerary
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
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- 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.
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 willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
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.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
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. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
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.
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.
From
AUD $2395
Duration: 13 days
Trip Type:
Activity Level:
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?.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 03 Dec 2025
Customer Reviews
05/31/2023
Seyha was extremely positive and energetic and a great joy to have as a group leader!
05/31/2023
Seyha is the best, he went above and beyond and truely filled the needs of all 14 of us as well as showing us all of Vietnam I truely believe that I would not of had the amazing Holiday I had, if he was not a part of it Thank you Seyha.
Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
05/31/2023
Seyha was extremely positive and energetic and a great joy to have as a group leader!
05/31/2023
Seyha is the best, he went above and beyond and truely filled the needs of all 14 of us as well as showing us all of Vietnam I truely believe that I would not of had the amazing Holiday I had, if he was not a part of it Thank you Seyha.
05/31/2023
Seyha was incredible at his job and went above and beyond to add in extra activities and opportunities for the group that fit in alongside the already organised itinerary. He loved seeing the group all together having a good time so would choose and make recommendations that fit what the group was after and was accomodating to all needs. Seyhas energy was contagious, always up for a laugh, a prank, or a drink each night, but was also always available for any kind of chat and wanted only the best experience for everyone! He was an amazing leader and the tour wouldn’t have been the same without him!!
05/31/2023
What a once in a lifetime experience. We managed to fit in so much into such a short period of time to really see the beauty of the country. None of it would have been possible without out incredible tour guide - Sehya. They were always happy and positive to be around. Not only was Sehya really fun and entertaining, he also knew a lot about the history of Vietnam and was full of great recommendations for food and nightlife. On top of this Sehya went above and beyond in our 'free time' to recommend and organize additional activity's so we could really maximise our time in the country. Couldn't recommend this trip enough.
05/31/2023
We feel lucky to have had Seyha as our tour guide. He is so outgoing, attentive, engaging and makes a brilliant tour guide. We want to do a tour with TruTravels again because of Seyha.
05/31/2023
This was my first time solo travelling on a tour, and I honestly couldn’t have had a better guide for it. Seyha is caring, charismatic, energetic, kind and empathetic. He put everything he could into ensuring each one of us had the best experience tailored to our personalities. Seyha was always available for chats, jokes and always happy to answer any question no matter how busy he was. I especially loved his extensive knowledge of local customs, cuisine, and history which he was always more than happy to share with us. what most impressed me was his ability to change the itenary to suit each and every person on the tour, always making sure we had the best deals and didn’t get ripped off. He was always willing to walk someone home who wanted to go early, we all felt very safe in his company. I honestly have nothing but praise and admiration for Seyha and his ability to always keep spirits up no matter what. I’ve already recommended tru travels to my friends, and won’t hesitate to book again, I just hope the tour guide is as good as Seyha!
05/31/2023
Seyha made the trip so enjoyable, ever attentive and always positive. I don't know where he gets his energy from. Every question was answered and answered well. Either to do with the next days activities, transport, accommodation, local food spots, local history the list goes on. Best tour guide I have ever had, regardless of the country I want Sayha there.
05/31/2023
Seyha was so energetic! He always wanted us to have the best time possible and tried to make everyone feel welcome from the very first night. He was entertaining and loved to sing at any opportunity! He was also full of information about the sites we visited and encouraged us to ask as many questions as possible to help us learn about the history of the sites. I would say that maybe to improve, Seyha should not pressure people to stay out if they want to go back to the hotels after a few drinks. Also if the group seem to be enjoying the vibe in one bar, ask then whether they want to move onto somewhere else or stay put as sometimes I would have liked to have stayed in one place rather than have a pub crawl around.
05/31/2023
The most AMAZING 2 weeks in Vietnam spent with our guide Seyha. Seyha is such a credit to TruTravels, from the beginning he was so friendly and made such an effort to try and keep us all happy, his energy was unmatched! So many fantastic memories made with great people, an experience I’ll never forget! I only marked the itinerary down as I wish the tour was longer and we could’ve seen more of the south of Vietnam, like the 17 day tour, seemed a shame to miss out Mui Ne and Nha Trang! I’ll definitely be returning to Vietnam, I couldn’t recommend Seyha and TruTravels highly enough :)
05/31/2023
Seyha was incredible the whole trip. Everything was so well organised and he was always full of useful knowledge and guidance where ever we went. His energetic personality kept everyone upbeat even on tiring travel days and I could not recommend him enough.
05/31/2023
Overall, I feel that the tour was very good and I was able to experience things that I wouldn't have been able to do as a solo traveller. Seyha was extremely informative throughout the whole trip and kept us updated daily verbally and via WhatsApp. Seyha kept momentum amongst the group and gave us recommendations on days where we had free time to experience everything we could (including great street food spots to get a real taste of Vietnam). There was no pressure to commit to activities where tour goers did not want to join in, and Seyha did his upmost to make sure everyone was included. He worked his way round the group to have conversations everyone to find out their interests, which were taken in to account along the way. I would definitely chose Trutravels again for my next trip.
05/31/2023
Seyah was an amazing guide. He was a ball of energy from start to finish. Everywhere we went he counted us and made sure we stuck together as a group and he was full of information in each place we went to. He was always happy and smiling and kept the group spirits up even when we had a little rain! Such a lovely guy and a credit to TruTravels. He was always there to offer any support and if we had any questions or issues they were dealt with straight away. He really made this trip amazing for all of us. Thank you Seyah! :)
03/21/2023
Wow, what an amazing trip the Vietnam Explorer was! The itinerary was fantastic, the scenery just got more and more beautiful as the trip went on and the value for money was fab, especially with the number of meals already included! Lucas was a brilliant tour leader, always so full of energy and great fun as well as being very knowledgeable and caring towards everyone. Would highly recommend this tour!
03/21/2023
Arturs Ruikovics· March 21st, 2023 Lucas is one of the best guides I ever had. He was very funny,entertaining and helpful. Everything that was scheduled on tour was always on time and without any issues. Tour had really good variety in each place and each day was never the same. Would recommend Vietnam tour accompanied by Lucas to anyone.
03/21/2023
Lucas has been absolutely phenomenal during and even before the trip started! He helped us to get ready for our trip, giving us small tips and answering questions we have had. Since I arrived in the airport in Vietnam, I felt absolutely supported by him, he was checking on us and making sure we will safely arrive to our start hotel. From there, it only gets better! Lucas is a very energetic and lively person. You cannot not like him! He was our tour guide and friend in one! Lucas has a great knowledge about Vietnam and its history and shared a lot of information with us. He was always on his tip toes making sure everything goes according to the plan, he was constantly checking on us how we’re felling and making sure we enjoy our trip. Despite him becoming our friend, he showed huge expertise and professionalism also. I could have not ask for more, and will recommend Lucas to everyone!
03/21/2023
Lucas was an incredible tour guide! He had a good balance of all skills needed. For example, he was very informative but also fun and joined us on nights out. He really cared for everyone’s wellbeing and tried his absolute best to accommodate everyone’s needs. I will be recommending the trip to others and suggesting they go with Lucas as I couldn’t fault him at all.
03/21/2023
I had the most amazing time on the 13 days Vietnam explorer with, met incredible people and had have certainly made memories which will remember forever. Lucas did a fantastic job as our tour guide, was fun, caring and very informative, couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thank you Lucas for all you did for us. Will miss everyone from the tour.
03/21/2023
Lukas was an amazing tour guide,he was always making us laugh with his little jokes and random singing. If there was anything we needed he was right there to help you out. He also made sure that everyone was OK and interacted and talked to everyone as well as joining in with everything we did,even though he didn't have too,especially in the evenings! Lucas was also very informative and knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions that were thrown at him. Couldn't have asked for a better tour guide.
03/21/2023
Lucas was the best tour guide! He was always well prepared, took care of all of us and entertained us with his (bad) Karaoke Skills :) He was not only our tourguide, but a friend as well. Would highly recommend a tour with Lucas.
03/21/2023
I had the best time in Vietnam with Lucas. Lucas is anincredible tour guide and a great balance of fun and serious. He is knowledge and taught us a lot about the country and the culture without ever making it boring. He was always organized and shared the plans with us the night before, which was nice as all the exciting adventures seemed like surprises but all properly organized. He was flexible and tailored the trip to the groups needs and made sure everyone was always doing well. He was always in good spirits and kept the group in a positive and happy vibe throughout the trip. Overall, incredible trip with the best tour guide!
03/21/2023
The Tour was really nice and well planed. Our guide was funny and we had a good time. The best tour guide I ever had.

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