Comfort
Explorer
Treasures of Vietnam
8 days • 4.9
5
Excellent
244 reviews
8 days
Start
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Finish
Hanoi, Vietnam
Trip Code
TVKB
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Boat, Plane, Private Minibus
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
From £1,044(8 days)
Trip Informations
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.
Is this trip right for you?
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.tuuur.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam https://www.tuuur.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam (https://www.tuuur.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam)
Itinerary
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.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Boat, Plane, Private Minibus
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
Included activities
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 activities
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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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.
Reviews (240)
5 stars
225
4 stars
14
2 stars
1
Lisa and greg
May 14, 2025
Our intrepid trip was well organised with every attention to detail taken care of. It was great knowing that we were in safe hands whilst experiencing a new country. Would highly recommend to others and will definitely rebook with this company.
Martin
May 11, 2025
This tour is a great way to experience Vietnam. Busy, with early morning starts but packed with variety and opportunities to see the country, meet the people and get to know something of their culture and cuisine.
Lucille
May 11, 2025
A great introduction to Vietnam but you’ll definitely want to go back for more. I’d suggest arriving early in Ho Chi Minh and leaving time at the end for Hanoi.
Hasret
May 05, 2025
Finn
May 05, 2025
Our tour guide “Ha” was an absolute legend.
Hannah
May 02, 2025
What an incredible country Vietnam. touring with Intrepid was peace of mind, comfort, a good pace, with an amazing activities and food.
Izzy
May 01, 2025
Intrepid’s Veitnam trip was a easy trip to organise and plan for. As soon as we arrived in the country most of our needs were already catered for. We loved our holiday and would book another for sure.
Emma
Apr 30, 2025
This is a fast paced trip to see the highlights of Vietnam. If you have limited time it is excellent. The hotel choices are great. If you’re lucky enough to get Trang as group leader her knowledge astounded me
Becca
Apr 24, 2025
This was my first time doing a group trip and booking with Intrepid - it certainly did not disappoint! I was nervous about all the planning (visas, packing list etc) and I felt so supported the entire time. I had everything I needed for the trip. The tour guides and itinerary were INCREDIBLE. If you’re hesitant - just do it!
Rymer
Apr 21, 2025
The overall experience through intrepid and Vietnam was great it helped me understand the people and culture of Vietnam and was very beneficial to my health
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