Is the Vietnam Express Northbound tour available for booking on Jan 28th?

Our 28JAN to 06FEB departure is available but 'On Request'. We need payment in full at booking to request your spot. The process can take 3-4 business days. Do not purchase non-refundable flights until we confirm.

Are hotels included along the whole trip?

Hotels are inclusive for the days on the trip. Please note accommodation is not included for the last day, you're free to depart after check-out.

How much luggage can I bring on the trip?

We recommend packing lightly, aiming to keep your main luggage under 15kg, to ensure ease of transport and storage, especially on overnight trains.

What does "Book with flexibility" mean?

Book with flexibility allows you to change your travel dates or even choose a different trip without any change fees, providing you give notice at least 56 days before your scheduled departure.

How much additional is the single room supplement?

A single supplement is available from $240 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.

Is there a single supplement option available?

A single supplement is available from €195 if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation.

What are the group sizes for the Vietnam Express Northbound?

The group size can vary from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 16 travelers.

What modes of transport are used during the Vietnam Express Northbound tour?

The transport modes include Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Plane, Private minibus, Private vehicle, Taxi, and Motorbike.

Is it a group tour? If yes, is there an "own room" option available?

Yes, it's a group tour. Group size Min 1 - Max 16. A single supplement is available from €195 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.

How do I upgrade the Hotel stay?

There's no hotel stay upgrade available on this trip. However, there is an option for a cabin upgrade on the overnight train from Hue to Hanoi.

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Vietnam Express Northbound

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From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

4.6 (40 reviews)

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Enjoyed every moment of the tour and would recommend it to friends and family. My wife and I look forward to our next experience with Intrepid and tour radar.
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City
Optional Activities
- Visit Pham Ngu Lao Street local open-air market
- Visit Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
- Urban Adventure walking tour with expert local guide
- Optional group dinner sampling Vietnamese cuisine
Landmarks
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
Pham Ngu Lao Street
Day 2
Mekong Delta
Mekong Delta
Meals
Lunch (Regional specialties including elephant ear fish at a restaurant in the heart of the delta)
Included Activities
- Mekong Delta day trip with private boat cruise
- Visit Ben Tre coconut gardens
- Stop at local home to sample tropical fruits and coconut jams
- Sampan (small rowing boat) paddling through villages
- Tuk-tuk tour of villages
- Lunch at delta restaurant with regional specialties
Landmarks
Mekong Delta
Ben Tre
Day 3
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Hoi An Old Town
- Visit historic trader's house
- Visit Japanese Covered Bridge
- Visit Chinese assembly hall
- Visit museum
Landmarks
Marble Mountains
Japanese Covered Bridge
Hoi An Ancient Town
Day 4
Hoi An
Hoi An
Optional Activities
- Explore Central Market
- Browse street stalls selling paintings, woodwork, ceramics, lanterns
- Visit local tailors for custom clothing
- Bicycle tour of surrounding countryside
- Optional daytrip to My Son Cham UNESCO World Heritage temple complex
Landmarks
Central Market, Hoi An
My Son
Day 5
Hoi An to Hue
Hoi An to Hue
Included Activities
- Visit village recycling hub
- Taste local salt coffee
- Guided tour of Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City
Optional Activities
- Visit Dong Ba Market for local goods, fresh produce and street food
Landmarks
Hai Van Pass
Lang Co Beach
Imperial Citadel of Hue
Forbidden Purple City
Dong Ba Market
Day 6
Hue
Hue
Meals
Lunch (Vegetarian feast at Buddhist monastery)
Included Activities
- Motorbike tour of Imperial Citadel and surrounding area
- Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
- Vegetarian lunch at Buddhist monastery
- Visit royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
Landmarks
Thien Mu Pagoda
Royal Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
Day 7
Hanoi
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Hanoi
- Visit Temple of Literature
- Visit One Pillar Pagoda and Ho Chi Minh stilt house
- Old Quarter walking tour
Optional Activities
- Explore the '36 Streets' of the historic Old Quarter
- Relax by Hoan Kiem Lake
- Visit Fine Arts Museum
Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Old Quarter, Hanoi
Temple of Literature
One Pillar Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Stilt House
Fine Arts Museum
Day 8
Hanoi to Halong Bay
Hanoi to Halong Bay
Meals
Lunch (Fresh seafood on board), Dinner (Fresh seafood on board)
Included Activities
- Private boat cruise of Halong Bay
- Cave exploration
- Lunch with fresh seafood
- Dinner with fresh seafood
Optional Activities
- Optional kayaking tour of Halong Bay
Landmarks
Halong Bay
Day 9
Halong Bay to Hanoi
Halong Bay to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at KOTO restaurant)
Included Activities
- KOTO farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Watch sunrise from boat deck
- Explore Hanoi's sights
- Visit bia hoi microbars in Old Quarter
Landmarks
KOTO restaurant
Day 10
Hanoi
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
Pham Ngu Lao Street

Landmarks
Mekong Delta
Ben Tre

Landmarks
Marble Mountains
Japanese Covered Bridge
Hoi An Ancient Town

Landmarks
Central Market, Hoi An
My Son

Landmarks
Hai Van Pass
Lang Co Beach
Imperial Citadel of Hue
Forbidden Purple City
Dong Ba Market

Landmarks
Thien Mu Pagoda
Royal Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc

Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Old Quarter, Hanoi
Temple of Literature
One Pillar Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Stilt House
Fine Arts Museum

Landmarks
Halong Bay

Landmarks
KOTO restaurant

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Overall rating based on 40 Reviews

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Accommodation
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Marc5.0•February 2024
The itinerary was well-chosen, and the guide was experienced and helpful. I had a general impression of the country,...
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Traveled in January 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to post a review. Its great to know the itinerary was well chosen and that you enjoyed your time exploring Vietnam and its highlights. We hope you have some wonderful memories of you time there and that you will find another itinerary to your linking and we can welcome you on another adventure soon.
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William5.0•December 2023
Overall it was an experience I’ll never forget! I highly recommend doing it and will be telling everyone they need to...
Overall it was an experience I’ll never forget! I highly recommend doing it and will be telling everyone they need to get on the intrepid wagon!Show more
Traveled in November 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi William, wow thank you for your kind words and loyalty! We're thrilled that you had a wonderful time in Vietnam on your trip. Vietnam is a magical place to travel, with its stunning scenery and warm-hearted people. The photos look amazing, thanks for sharing!
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Rosemary5.0•August 2023
Amazing loved joleen. Had a ball
Traveled in October 2022
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Hi Rosemary, thanks so much for your review. We are so pleased to hear you had a ball with Joleen on your Vietnam Express Northbound trip! We hope you'll join us on another trip in the future.
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Sarah5.0•February 2023
It was wonderful and enjoy our tour leader thang (sp)
Traveled in January 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Sarah, thank you for taking the time to leave a great review for Vietnam Express Northbound. We will make sure your kind words are passed along to Thang's manager! We hope to welcome you back on to more trips soon.
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Philip5.0•January 2020
We had a fantastic time on the Intrepid Northbound Vietnam tour. We did the tour as a family: my wife, myself, our 19...
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Traveled in December 2019
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Thanks so much, Philip. What a great experience for your family with shared memories of Vietnam.
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Adam5.0•December 2019
Enjoyed every moment of the tour and would recommend it to friends and family. Our tour guide Ashley was one of the...
Enjoyed every moment of the tour and would recommend it to friends and family. Our tour guide Ashley was one of the main highlights of our trip. She made everyone welcome and at home in her homeland. My wife and I look forward to our next experience with Intrepid and tour radar who made this such a seamless and easy way to see another country. Thank youShow more
Traveled in November 2019
Katie4.0•December 2019
I was disappointed at the lack of options for daily excursions and would have preferred a more detailed itinerary and...
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Traveled in November 2019
Peter4.5•September 2019
Ha and Yuth were great guides with knowledge and excellent skills to manage group trips. Also the choice of places is...
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Traveled in December 2018
Laura5.0•September 2019
Saw a huge amount of Vietnam in a short space of time that I probably couldn't do by myself Ha was an excellent tour...
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Gerard4.5•September 2019
The trip exceeded my expectations, and with one or two exceptions, was excellent throughout. The Cambodian and...
The trip exceeded my expectations, and with one or two exceptions, was excellent throughout. The Cambodian and Vietnamese guides, Yuth and Ha, were both very helpful with any issues or questions we had, knowledgable about the history of sights visited and finally, very friendly and easy to get on with, making for an informative and enjoyable trip. I thought there was a good balance between organised activities and free time. I also thought there was a good variety of activities.Show more
Traveled in December 2018

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Claire
Asked on January 8th, 2025
Is the Vietnam Express Northbound tour available for booking on Jan 28th?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Our 28JAN to 06FEB departure is available but 'On Request'. We need payment in full at booking to request your spot. The process can take 3-4 business days. Do not purchase non-refundable flights until we confirm.
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  Claire
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  I need confirmation that my Vietnam Express Northbound tour is confirmed. My Amex Card has been debited but I have no information.
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Nadia
Asked on December 22nd, 2024
Are hotels included along the whole trip?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Hotels are inclusive for the days on the trip. Please note accommodation is not included for the last day, you're free to depart after check-out.
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Paula
Asked on October 24th, 2024
How much luggage can I bring on the trip?
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  We recommend packing lightly, aiming to keep your main luggage under 15kg, to ensure ease of transport and storage, especially on overnight trains.
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Gretha
Asked on October 11th, 2024
What does "Book with flexibility" mean?
Payments
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  Book with flexibility allows you to change your travel dates or even choose a different trip without any change fees, providing you give notice at least 56 days before your scheduled departure.
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Grace
Asked on May 3rd, 2024
How much additional is the single room supplement?
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
  A single supplement is available from $240 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
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Jesse
Asked on April 14th, 2024
Is there a single supplement option available?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2024
  A single supplement is available from €195 if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation.
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Olga
Asked on February 5th, 2024
What are the group sizes for the Vietnam Express Northbound?
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2024
  The group size can vary from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 16 travelers.
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Mark
Asked on December 28th, 2023
What modes of transport are used during the Vietnam Express Northbound tour?
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  The transport modes include Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Plane, Private minibus, Private vehicle, Taxi, and Motorbike.
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Steve
Asked on December 21st, 2023
Is it a group tour? If yes, is there an "own room" option available?
Group size
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  Yes, it's a group tour. Group size Min 1 - Max 16. A single supplement is available from €195 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
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  Steve
  Traveler•Written December 2023
  Can you please provide a quote for a single supplement?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  A single supplement is available from €195 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
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Erin
Asked on December 5th, 2023
How do I upgrade the Hotel stay?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  There's no hotel stay upgrade available on this trip. However, there is an option for a cabin upgrade on the overnight train from Hue to Hanoi.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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