Treasures of Vietnam
Get a snapshot of north and south Vietnam in just eight days.
Discover the spirit of Vietnam on a trip from south to north, taking in all the attractions in between. Explore Vietnam's fast-paced Ho Chi Minh City, wander the ancient streets of Hoi An and bask in the charm of Hanoi. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, a former Viet Cong stronghold that provides an insight into the resourcefulness and tenacity of the Vietnamese people. Experience Vietnam's beautiful landscapes, the renowned friendliness of the Vietnamese people, and sample local food wherever you go, from street snacks at markets to an included lunch that supports locals. Top it all off with an overnight cruise on Halong Bay and you won't ever want to leave.
What's included
Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
Boat, Plane, Private Minibus
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
- Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
- Hoi An - Garden-to-Table with A Local Chef
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh's stilt house
- Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO
- Hanoi - Temple of Literature
- Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda
- Hanoi - Old Quarter Walking Tour
- Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
Optional extras
- Hoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure - USD39
- Hoi An - Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience - USD69
- Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD29
- Hanoi - Water puppet show - VND100000
- Hanoi - Ninh Binh Mini Adventure (TVAN) - USD355
- Hiking in Sapa (TVAG) - USD432
4.9
283 reviewsStart: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
End: Hanoi, Vietnam
- Duration
- 8 days
- Group size
- 1 to 12
- Minimum age
- 15 years old
- Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: Our best accommodation, exclusive inclusions and our most experienced leaders
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Why you'll love this trip
- Discover just why Halong Bay is so popular as you spend the night on a boat among the evocative karst landscape and indulge in a feast of fresh seafood.
- Visit the best must see sights in Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi with your expert leader, and enjoy free time to make your own discoveries.
- Relax in peaceful rural surroundings while your private chef prepares a delicious spread that celebrates his Hoi An garden's seasonal best.
- Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, a former Viet Cong stronghold that provides an insight into the resourcefulness and tenacity of the Vietnamese people and underground life during the war.
- Sample local food wherever you go, from street snacks at markets to an included lunch that supports locals at KOTO restaurant.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Itinerary
Xin chao! Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, a French-infused city with a dynamic atmosphere. If you arrive early, perhaps head to Pham Ngu Lao Street to see the local open-aired market or visit Vinh Nghiem Pagoda. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm where you will meet your tour leader and fellow travellers.
- Hotel (1 night)
There are no meals included on this day.
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
The arrival transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through Intrepid. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 14 days prior to travel, as we may not be able to confirm a request made within 14 days of travel.
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
This morning you’ll tour the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. This former Viet Cong stronghold provides an insight into the resourcefulness and tenacity of the Vietnamese people, as well as underground life during the Vietnam War. Travel back to Ho Chi Minh City to grab some lunch if you wish, before a visit to the Reunification Palace. Formerly known as the Presidential Palace, it was the site of South Vietnam's surrender at the end of the war. Afterwards, you can opt to visit the War Remnants Museum where you’ll see old military equipment including an F5A fighter and a UH1-Huey helicopter, or you may like to head back to your hotel to make plans for your evening.
- Hotel (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
- Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
Today’s total drive time is approximately 3 hours.
Say goodbye to Ho Chi Minh City and fly to Danang where you’ll travel in a private vehicle to Hoi An, a captivating city where traditional and modern sit side by side. Late this afternoon, you’re in for a culinary treat. Join your leader and head to Tra Que where you will tour a local chef's garden, selecting fresh herbs and vegetables that will form part of your exclusive group dinner. Relax in the peaceful surroundings while your private chef prepares a delicious spread that celebrates his garden's seasonal best.
- Hotel (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Hoi An - Garden-to-Table with A Local Chef
Today’s total drive time is approximately 3 hours.
Your leader will take you on a walk around Hoi An’s Old Town today. The city was a major trading port from the 17th century onwards, and has various architectural influences from Europe, China and Vietnam. Today the city is being restored and looks exactly like it did over a century ago. The tour will take you to a historic house, the Japanese Covered Bridge, a Chinese assembly hall and a museum. The rest of the day is free for you to do some optional activities or soak up the ambience of the city. You may like to wander past street stalls selling paintings, woodwork, ceramics, lanterns and much more or get an outfit made by one of Hoi An’s talented tailors who can make beautiful items to order within a few hours.
- Hotel (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
- Hoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure - USD39
- Hoi An - Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience - USD69
This morning, transfer to the airport and fly to Vietnam’s charming capital of Hanoi. You’ll be taken on a guided half-day tour of Hanoi, visiting major sites such as the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda and the former residence of Vietnam’s most famous revolutionary, Ho Chi Minh. Stop for lunch at the KOTO cafe, an uplifting project that provides vocational training for disadvantaged young people. This afternoon is yours to explore your way, so ask your leader for their advice and tailor your time to perfection. Food, history, culture – whatever you’re most interested in, your leader will be able to help. You may like to take a stroll around the city’s parks and lakes, or enjoy beer the way locals do, in small roadside bars called Bia Hoi, soaking up Vietnam's street culture.
- Hotel (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh's stilt house
- Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO
- Hanoi - Temple of Literature
- Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda
- Hanoi - Old Quarter Walking Tour
- Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD29
Today’s total drive time is approximately 3 hours.
Please note that the One Pillar Pagoda & HCM stilt house is closed on Mondays. If you are on a departure that falls on a Monday in Hanoi, you will visit the Hoa Lo Prison instead.
Travel by private vehicle to famous Halong Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural wonders. Once you arrive at the bay, take a long, slow cruise through the area, exploring the beautiful green waters and amazing Surprise Cave. Want to get in the water? You may also have the opportunity to go swimming from Ti Top Island beach. Watch the sunset over the limestone karsts and spend the night on the boat which has comfortable twin-share cabins with air-conditioning and private facilities. There's also a dining room and bar where you’ll enjoy all of your meals, including fresh seafood for lunch and dinner.
- Overnight boat (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
Today’s travel time is approximately 4 hours.
It is recommended to pack a smaller overnight bag to take to Halong Bay for ease of boarding and disembarking. You can store your main luggage in Hanoi for tonight.
Kayaking and swimming is restricted to designated zones within the bay.
Access to Surprise Cave is via staircases and once inside the cave the pathways are a little uneven and slippery, so bring suitable shoes with you.
There are restrictions on the number of boats that are permitted to stay in the bay overnight, sometimes resulting in a shortage. To ensure all Intrepid travellers can enjoy the experience of a night on the water, occasionally you will stay on a larger boat (with approximately 12 cabins) and share your boat with another group. Or your group may be split across different vessels, in which case an Intrepid group leader will be present on each boat, and the route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same. The boat is not likely to be a traditional sailing junk, as many older or imported vessels do not comply with waterway traffic safety laws.
You may like to get up early and watch the sunrise before you spend a leisurely morning sailing across Halong Bay and back to the port. Sit back and relax on the drive to Hanoi and get ready to shop until you drop at Dong Xuan market or explore the city. Why not relax at a cafe for an egg coffee or stop for a bia hoi (freshly brewed draught beer) at one of the microbars that dot this amazing city? Tonight, you may like to join your group for an optional dinner to celebrate the end of your trip.
- Hotel (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Hanoi - Water puppet show - VND100000
Today’s travel time is approximately 4 hours.
After breakfast, you are free to leave at any time, as there are no activities planned today. If you would like to spend some more time in Hanoi, we’ll be happy to organise additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). Thinking of exploring more of the majestic Northern Vietnam after your trip is finished? Then check out our Ninh Binh Mini Adventure (TVAN) -for an off-the-beaten path discovery of Pu Long and Ninh Binh. Or you can try our Hiking In Sapa (TVAG) - for a big doze of dramatic mountain landscapes, crisp fresh air and colorful hilltribes.
- Breakfast
- Hanoi - Ninh Binh Mini Adventure (TVAN) - USD355
- Hiking in Sapa (TVAG) - USD432
Inclusions and activities
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Boat, Plane, Private Minibus
Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
- Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
- Hoi An - Garden-to-Table with A Local Chef
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
- Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh's stilt house
- Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO
- Hanoi - Temple of Literature
- Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda
- Hanoi - Old Quarter Walking Tour
- Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
- Hoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure - USD39
- Hoi An - Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience - USD69
- Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD29
- Hanoi - Water puppet show - VND100000
- Hanoi - Ninh Binh Mini Adventure (TVAN) - USD355
- Hiking in Sapa (TVAG) - USD432
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Before you book you should know
- While the pace is generally easy, there is some walking involved on this trip, with walking tours in the downtown areas of each city, as well as a walk in the caves at Halong Bay.
- Lunar New Year is an annual festival that runs for several days. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to see the country, however you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and for transport to be packed as many locals are travelling around the country. Please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You’ll find dates and further information in the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information.
- Depending on where you come from, the weather in Vietnam might be hotter and more humid than what you are used to. We recommend checking online for what the typical temperatures will be at the time of the year you are looking to travel to see what to expect - this page might be useful: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam
The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.
Kin Hotel Ly Tu Trong
145-147 Ly Tu Trong Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
Ho Chi Minh City
VIETNAM
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Acnos Grand Hotel (formerly Le Duy Grand Hotel)
82 Cach Mang Thang Tam Vo Thi Sau Ward
District 3
Ho Chi Minh City
VIETNAM
Phone: +84 2839303089
Description
Le Duy Grand Hotel is centrally located in Ho Chi Minh City. The hotel features a restaurant, 24-hour reception, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. All rooms include a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.
Instructions
An airport arrival transfer is included. Please advise your flight arrival details at least 14 days prior to your departure. If you plan to arrive earlier, this arrival transfer can only be offered in conjunction with pre trip accommodation booked through Intrepid.
If you have advised your flight arrival details, you will be met as you exit the Terminal Hall by a transfer representative holding an Intrepid sign. If you cannot find your transfer representative, or if your flight is delayed, please call our hotline on +84 903 117 770. Please note that neither the driver nor any representative should ask you for additional payment.
Metered taxi ranks are available outside the airport entrance. You will find Vinasun Taxis (+84 28 3827 7178) readily available. Taxi fare to your hotel in town will cost approx. VND220,000.00. Please avoid taxi touts who tell you that they have a metered taxi parked outside the airport.
Dates and prices
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available on this trip, subject to availability. Please contact your sales agent if you would like to book this. The single supplement excludes Day 6 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation.
3. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for flight tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
4. This trip includes domestic flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
Want an in-depth insight into this trip? Essential Trip Information provides a detailed itinerary, visa info, how to get to your hotel, what's included - pretty much everything you need to know about this adventure and more.
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