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8 Days | Experience the heart of Vietnam, from vibrant Hanoi to bustling Ho Chi Minh City

4.9 out of 5 based on 270 reviews submitted.
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Spend eight days in Vietnam discovering the highlights and traditions of this eternally beautiful and historically significant country on a Premium adventure. Take part in enriching local encounters as your leader shows you the soul of this diverse pocket of Asia. Get lost in the districts of colourful Hanoi, cruise past the limestone karsts of World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay, discover the old-world charm of Hoi An’s ancient city and navigate the winding streets and chaotic traffic of Ho Chi Minh City with a local leader. With an unbeatable mix of culture, cuisine and history, your journey through Vietnam is sure to surprise, delight and excite at every turn.

Trip overview

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Start
Hanoi, Vietnam
Finish
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Vietnam
Physical rating
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Style
Premium
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
TVPS
This trip generates 136 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.
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Why you'll love this trip
  • 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, settlers and indigenous peoples.
  • Feast on an included lunch at KOTO café in Hanoi, a social enterprise organisation that provides vocational and hospitality skills to young workers.
  • Fall asleep to the gentle rocking of your Premium Feature Stay – an overnight cruise in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay on a boat as beautiful as its surroundings. Take in spectacular views while enjoying a candle-lit dinner on deck.
  • Explore the charming Old Town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its quaint canals and historic architecture. Sit down to enjoy a famed egg coffee at a local cafe and relax from the hustle and bustle.
  • Sit down to a soul-stirring Hat Xam performance on a Premium Exclusive Experience – an art form that dates back over 700 years to the Tran Dynasty.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Save Vietnam's Wildlife. Donations help them provide support for endangered wildlife and protect critical animal habitats in Vietnam. Intrepid will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Is this trip right for you?
  • In 2025, Tet (Lunar New Year) will run from the 28th January to the 3rd of February. 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 Vietnamese are travelling around the country. Please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 02 August 2024 - 31 December 2024

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Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

Boat, Plane, Private Minibus

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)

Premium Inclusions
  • Arrival airport transfer
  • Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
  • Luggage transfer
  • Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
  • 24/7 on-ground support
Activities
  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Hanoi - Welcome Dinner
  • Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
  • Hanoi - Hat Xam performance
  • Halong Bay - Tai Chi
  • Hanoi - Temple of Literature
  • Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO
  • Hanoi - Hoa Lo Prison
  • Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Notre Dame Cathedral
Add on activities
  • Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000
  • Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD40
  • Hoi An - Farm to Table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant - USD84
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure - USD73

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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 if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (boat) where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
4. Full name exactly as per passport required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. 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.
5. Local authorities only permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Halong Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you may stay on a larger boat and share your boat with another group. Otherwise, we may swap the activities and destinations of Days 3 and 4 to provide you the best possible experience. The route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same.

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 270 reviews submitted.
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Angela · Traveled September 2024
Our Vietnam experience with Intrepid could not have been better! Despite arriving during the most recent typhoon with changes in our itinerary needing to be made it was a magnificent adventure. Our Guide was exceptional, the itinerary was perfect, and accommodations and meals were excellent. We definitely recommend The Vietnam experience with Intrepid.
Review submitted 16 Sep 2024

Kevin · Traveled September 2024
What an outstanding trip! Everything worked seamlessly. The tour guide Binh Tran did an excellent job and shared his knowledge in an interesting way. All accommodations were perfectly selected. The activities and meals included made the trip an unforgettable one.
Review submitted 17 Sep 2024

Shail · Traveled September 2024
The level of service that we received from the Intrepid team was impressive all around. From the headquarters team, the drivers and most especially the tour guides. Their guides are organized, responsive and professional. We are thankful for having chosen Intrepid for the our Vietnam experiences.
Review submitted 23 Sep 2024

Cassie · Traveled August 2024
A wonderful taste of Vietnam with amazing food and sights. We were lucky to have Tam as our guide who was very knowledgeable about Vietnam. First time booking with Intrepid and definitely not my last.
Review submitted 16 Sep 2024

Andrew · Traveled August 2024
But not now , as I about to board my flight to Australia, happy to do so later.
Review submitted 31 Aug 2024
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