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Vietnam Express Northbound

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From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
4.6 (40 reviews)
  • A temple by a tranquil lake with reflections in the water at sunset.
  • Boats in Halong Bay at sunset with silhouette islands.
  • Imperial City, Hue with traditional architecture.
  • Limestone karsts rising from Halong Bay with tour boats.
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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.

    Adam•traveled in December5.0
  • A woman in a red dress reaches out to touch bright pink bougainvillea blossoms beside historic architecture.
  • Rocky cliffs with dense green foliage rising from the water.
  • Travelers laugh while holding freshly picked coconuts beneath swaying palm fronds.
  • Group of people posing on a boat with a scenic backdrop.
  • Travelers gaze at an ornate, gold-filled shrine adorned with flowers and incense inside a richly decorated temple.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Pham Ngu Lao Street open-aired market
    • Visit Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
    • Urban Adventure with expert local guide
    • Group dinner at Vietnamese restaurant
    Landmarks
    Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
    Pham Ngu Lao Street
  3. Day 2

    Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta

    Ho Chi Minh City to 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 by private boat
    • Visit Ben Tre coconut gardens
    • Sample tropical fruits and coconut jams at local home
    • Sampan paddling through villages
    • Village tuk-tuk tour
    • Lunch at delta restaurant
    Landmarks
    Ben Tre
    Mekong Delta
  4. Day 3

    Ho Chi Minh City to Danang to Hoi An

    Ho Chi Minh City to Danang 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
  5. Day 4

    Hoi An

    Hoi An

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Central Market and street stalls
    • Custom tailoring services
    • Bicycle tour of surrounding countryside
    • Daytrip to My Son Cham temple complex
    Landmarks
    Hoi An Central Market
    My Son Cham
  6. Day 5

    Hoi An to Hue

    Hoi An to Hue

    Included Activities

    • Visit Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City with guided tour
    • Visit village recycling hub
    • Salt coffee tasting

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Dong Ba Market
    Landmarks
    Hai Van Pass
    Lang Co Beach
    Imperial Citadel
    Forbidden Purple City
    Dong Ba Market
  7. Day 6

    Hue

    Hue
    Meals
    Lunch (Vegetarian feast at Buddhist monastery)

    Included Activities

    • Motorbike tour of Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda
    • Thien Mu Pagoda visit
    • Vegetarian lunch at Buddhist monastery
    • Royal tomb visit
    Landmarks
    Thien Mu Pagoda
    Imperial Citadel
    Royal Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
  8. Day 7

    Hanoi

    Hanoi

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to hotel
    • Old Quarter Walking Tour
    • Temple of Literature
    • One Pillar Pagoda
    • HCM stilt house

    Optional Activities

    • Explore '36 Streets' of Old Quarter
    • Relax by Hoan Kiem Lake
    • Visit Fine Arts Museum
    Landmarks
    Hoan Kiem Lake
    Old Quarter
    Temple of Literature
    One Pillar Pagoda
    Fine Arts Museum
  9. Day 8

    Hanoi to Halong Bay

    Hanoi to Halong Bay
    Meals
    Lunch (Fresh seafood lunch on board), Dinner (Fresh seafood dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Private boat cruise of Halong Bay
    • Cave entry and exploration
    • Beach exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking tour of the bay
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
  10. Day 9

    Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Halong Bay to Hanoi
    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell dinner at KOTO restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • KOTO farewell dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Watch sunrise from boat deck
    • Explore Hanoi's sights
    • Relax at café
    • Visit microbar in Old Quarter for bia hoi
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
  11. Day 10

    Hanoi

    Hanoi

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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4.5 (12,174 reviews)
Response time
5 hours
Response rate
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Traveler Moments

  • A vibrant street scene in Hoi An, Vietnam, with historic yellow buildings and people walking.
  • Dirt road along a river with a cliff in the background.
  • Old brick structure amidst rock formations and foliage.
  • Close-up of a vibrant red flower.
  • Vibrant mosaic dragon statue in a temple courtyard.
  • Intricately designed altar with incense in a temple.
  • Moss-covered ancient wall with intricate patterns.
  • Traditional wooden boats docked in a canal.
  • Interior of an old wooden building with a portrait.
  • People rowing a boat in a river surrounded by nature.
  • Boats with lights on a tranquil bay during twilight, likely in Halong Bay, Vietnam.
  • A decorative food display featuring carved fruit and grilled prawns.
  • A red Vietnamese flag on a boat with a scenic water background in Halong Bay.
  • Aerial view of boats in Halong Bay surrounded by limestone karsts.
  • A wooden boat on the water with a backdrop of forested cliffs.
  • Picturesque view of limestone islands in Halong Bay with turquoise waters.
  • Interior of a limestone cave with formations and light filtering in.
  • A tall pagoda structure among lush greenery on rocky terrain.
  • Boats in Halong Bay at sunset with silhouette islands.
  • Street vendor selling meat next to a parked scooter.
  • Colorful produce displayed at a market stall.
  • Front view from a kayak on calm water.
  • A glass of beer on a table with a map, ice bucket, and utensils.
  • Group of people on a boat with a mountainous backdrop.
  • Brown river with dense tropical vegetation on either side.
  • Riverside scene with boats and wooden structures.
  • Wide river with scattered buildings and a communication tower.
  • Railway track going through a narrow street at night.
  • Limestone karsts rising from Halong Bay with tour boats.
  • Three women sitting at a table in a train cabin.
  • People riding in a motorized rickshaw on a narrow road lined with palm trees.
  • Rocky cliffs with dense green foliage rising from the water.
  • Group of people posing on a boat with a scenic backdrop.
  • Scenic view overlooking rice paddies and countryside.
  • Rock formations and a river in a lush green landscape.
  • Stone pathway leading through a garden.

Traveler Reviews

4.6
Overall rating based on 40 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.5

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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
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    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...
    Show more
    • A wooden boat on the water with a backdrop of forested cliffs.
    • Traditional wooden boats docked in a canal.
    • Old brick structure amidst rock formations and foliage.
    • Stone pathway leading through a garden.
    • Aerial view of boats in Halong Bay surrounded by limestone karsts.
    • People rowing a boat in a river surrounded by nature.
    • A tall pagoda structure among lush greenery on rocky terrain.
    • Close-up of a vibrant red flower.
    • Rock formations and a river in a lush green landscape.
    • Interior of a limestone cave with formations and light filtering in.
    • Picturesque view of limestone islands in Halong Bay with turquoise waters.
    • Vibrant mosaic dragon statue in a temple courtyard.
    • Intricately designed altar with incense in a temple.
    • Scenic view overlooking rice paddies and countryside.
    • Interior of an old wooden building with a portrait.
    • A decorative food display featuring carved fruit and grilled prawns.
    • Moss-covered ancient wall with intricate patterns.
    • A vibrant street scene in Hoi An, Vietnam, with historic yellow buildings and people walking.
    • Dirt road along a river with a cliff in the background.
    • A red Vietnamese flag on a boat with a scenic water background in Halong Bay.
    • Boats with lights on a tranquil bay during twilight, likely in Halong Bay, Vietnam.
    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!
    Show more
  • Rosemary
    Rosemary5.0•August 2023
    Amazing loved joleen. Had a ball
    Traveled in October 2022
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    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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  • Sarah
    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...
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2019
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thanks so much, Philip. What a great experience for your family with shared memories of Vietnam.
    Show more
  • 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...
    Show more
    • Group of people posing on a boat with a scenic backdrop.
    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...
    Show more
    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...
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2018
  • Gerard4.5•September 2019
    The trip exceeded my expectations, and with one or two exceptions, was excellent throughout. The Cambodian and...
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    Traveled in December 2018

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    Asked on January 8th, 2025

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

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    • 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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      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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    Asked on December 22nd, 2024

    Are hotels included along the whole trip?

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    • 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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    Asked on October 24th, 2024

    How much luggage can I bring on the trip?

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    • 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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      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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    • 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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    Asked on February 5th, 2024

    What are the group sizes for the Vietnam Express Northbound?

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    • 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?

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    • 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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    Asked on December 21st, 2023

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

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    • 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?

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    • 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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