Where and when do we meet? Need address for visa.

If you require an address for your visa application, please use: Intrepid Vietnam Ground Floor, Ladeco Building 266 Doi Can St, Ngoc Ha Ward Ba Dinh District, Hanoi Vietnam Your Joining point will be at below: Hong Ngoc Cochinchine Hotel 97 Nguyen Truong To Street Hanoi VIETNAM

This 10 day package includes airfares. I'm from Melbourne.

Please note that international airfares are not included in our trip packages. Travelers are required to arrange their own flights to and from the trip start and end points.

Do you have access to flights also please?

Our adventures do not include the cost of international airfare, which allows our travelers to join the trip from their desired location. We do have a helpful place to search flight prices and book your flights; the link will be shared once the trip is confirmed. Just a friendly reminder that you will need to book your own flights to the starting city of your adventure.

The width of a twin bed please. And is that one bed only per travelling pair?

The twin beds in our accommodations are typically around 90 cm (35–36 inches) wide. For a twin share, each traveler will have their own separate bed, so a twin room includes two beds.

Would you recommend to do the tour from Hanoi to Saigon by van only or is that too exhausting?

Our minimum age for custom itineraries is typically 5 years old. How old will your child/children be at time of travel?

What type of power adapter is necessary in Vietnam?

In Vietnam, plug types A, B, and C are used. Type A features two flat parallel pins, Type B includes two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin, and Type C has two round pins. The power supply operates at 220V and 50Hz.

How much extra is it to upgrade from train to flight?

If you choose to take a flight instead of the train, additional costs will apply. Please inquire for specific pricing details as they vary.

What kind of group size can I expect on the tour?

The group size can vary, but tours are designed to accommodate a diverse range of travelers. Detailed information on the group size will be available closer to the departure date.

What is the single supplement fee?

The single supplement fee is additional and varies depending on availability. It allows you to have a private room, except on certain days like those spent on an overnight boat or sleeper train.

How do we get from Hoi An to HCM city?

Hi, my question was not what types of transportation the tour uses but rather what form of transportation is used to get from Hoi An to HCM City.

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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 1 - 16
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hanoi
Included Activities
- Welcome meeting at hotel
- Group dinner at KOTO restaurant
Optional Activities
- Hanoi Street Food Experience with Urban Adventures - USD40
- Women's Museum - VND30000
- Museum of Ethnology - VND40000
- Ho Chi Minh Complex - VND80000
- Explore Old Quarter and French architecture
- Relax by Hoan Kiem Lake
Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Old Quarter
Day 2
Halong Bay
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise Ha Long Bay by private boat
- Explore caves and beaches in Ha Long Bay
- Cave entry
- The Green Life Visit
- Overnight boat cruise
Optional Activities
- Kayaking tour of Ha Long Bay - VND250000
Landmarks
Ha Long Bay
Day 3
Ha Long Bay to Hanoi
Included Activities
- Sunrise experience on Ha Long Bay
- The Green Life Centre visit and handicraft workshop
- Bus transfer back to Hanoi
Optional Activities
- Relax by Hoan Kiem Lake
- Explore Hanoi
Landmarks
The Green Life Centre
Hoan Kiem Lake
Day 4
Hue
Included Activities
- Transfer to hotel
- Imperial Citadel entrance and guided visit
Optional Activities
- Explore Dong Ba Market
Landmarks
Imperial Citadel
Dong Ba Market
Day 5
Hue
Meals
Lunch (Vegetarian feast at pagoda nunnery)
Included Activities
- Motorbike tour of Hue highlights and back streets
- Thanh Toan covered bridge visit
- Thien Mu Pagoda visit
- Vegetarian lunch at pagoda nunnery
- Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc visit
Landmarks
Thanh Toan Covered Bridge
Thien Mu Pagoda
Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
Day 6
Hue to Hoi An
Included Activities
- Bus transfer through Hai Van Pass
- Photo stop at Hai Van Pass
- Old Town walking tour
- Sightseeing pass for select attractions
Optional Activities
- Browse cobbled streets and art galleries
- Hire bike and cycle through rice paddies to Cua Dai Beach
- Visit markets and Chinese shophouses
- Custom tailoring at one of hundreds of tailors
- Food Adventure with Urban Adventures - USD44
- Private Hoi An: My Son Discovery - USD77
Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town
Hai Van Pass
Cua Dai Beach
Day 7
Hoi An
Optional Activities
- Browse cobbled streets and art galleries
- Hire bike and cycle through rice paddies to Cua Dai Beach
- Browse markets for paintings, ceramics and lanterns
- Visit Chinese shophouses
- Custom tailoring
- Food Adventure with Urban Adventures - USD44
- Private Hoi An: My Son Discovery - USD77
- Dinner at riverside restaurant
- Cooking class
Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town
Cua Dai Beach
Day 8
Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
Included Activities
- Domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City
- City sightseeing tour by bus
- War Remnants Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Reunification Palace - VND40000
- A O show - VND1050000
- Saigon Street Food by Night with Urban Adventures - USD36
- Cu Chi Tunnel Experience with Urban Adventures - USD45
Landmarks
Reunification Palace
Notre Dame Cathedral
Opera House
War Remnants Museum
Day 9
Mekong Delta
Meals
Lunch (Regional specialties including elephant ear fish at a restaurant in the heart of the Mekong Delta)
Included Activities
- Mekong Delta day trip
- Private boat transfer to Ben Tre
- Coconut gardens visit
- Local home visit for tropical fruit and coconut jam tasting
- Sampan paddle through Mekong Delta
- Village tuk-tuk tour
- Lunch in the heart of the Delta
Optional Activities
- Dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks
Mekong Delta
Ben Tre
Day 10
Ho Chi Minh City

Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Old Quarter

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Ha Long Bay

Landmarks
The Green Life Centre
Hoan Kiem Lake

Landmarks
Imperial Citadel
Dong Ba Market

Landmarks
Thanh Toan Covered Bridge
Thien Mu Pagoda
Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc

Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town
Hai Van Pass
Cua Dai Beach

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Hoi An Old Town
Cua Dai Beach

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Reunification Palace
Notre Dame Cathedral
Opera House
War Remnants Museum

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Mekong Delta
Ben Tre

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Overall rating based on 303 Reviews

Itinerary
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4.7
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.4
Food
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Jennifer
March 31st, 2026
Exceptional tour with a great group of people. We made the most of our 10 days in Vietnam.
Traveled in March 2026
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
How wonderful to learn of, Jennifer! It is amazing to see how strangers turn into 'travelling families' in such short time frames and Vietnam is a country filled with warmth and vibrance- we are glad that it echoed your sentiments. Loving the photos! Thank you for sharing and have a fantastic new week.
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Francois
December 22nd, 2025
Excellently organized. Great tour guide. Highly recommended!
Traveled in December 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for sharing your thoughts following your time in Vietnam, Francois! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your time with your guide and that the organization was as we hope it to be for all of our tours. Have a wonderful holiday season, and we look forward to hosting you again when the time comes. Stay well.
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Sujin
July 11th, 2024
This trip was amazing. We truly enjoyed our time and our guide was an awesome person. She was very helpful,...
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Traveled in May 2024
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Hi Sujin! We are thrilled to know of your time in Vietnam, and we truly apprciate the time you have taken to acknowldge your amazing guide! We are excited to know of your continued travel plans, and we look forward to seeing you in future should should you afford us the opportunity to host you on your next adventure. Stay well.
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Katrina
August 2nd, 2023
Every day provided a new and exciting adventure on Intrepid’s Vietnam Express Southbound. Our small and diverse group...
Every day provided a new and exciting adventure on Intrepid’s Vietnam Express Southbound. Our small and diverse group of new friends visited secluded eateries to try egg coffee and pho. We cruised Ha Long Bay on boats, and the countryside on motorbikes. Also marvelled at fairytale Hoi An, made lanterns, took a cooking class and enjoyed learning about Vietnam’s history from our fabulous group leader. Show more
Traveled in May 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review. We're thrilled to hear about your incredible journey with us exploring Vietnam's local sites, cuisine and history. We hope you have lifelong memories from your immersive and enriching adventure!
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Chris
August 2nd, 2023
Couldn’t recommend more highly, the tour exceeded our expectations and provided excellent value for money, while...
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Thank you for your great review. We're glad that all aspects of the tour were enriching and authentic and made your adventure more than you could have imagined! We hope to welcome you on another Intrepid trip soon.
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Grant
August 2nd, 2023
As a first time traveller with Intrepid I could not have been more impressed. The activities were perfectly suited...
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Hi there, thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your first time traveling with us! It's wonderful that our carefully curated itinerary and activities allowed you to fully immerse yourself in the country's culture and essence. It's also heartwarming to know that your group leader played such a pivotal role in making your trip memorable. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a second Intrepid adventure!
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Georgia
August 2nd, 2023
An amazing trip! A great way to travel, experience local life and all of the must-see destinations! I would highly...
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Traveled in June 2023
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Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed our small-group style of travel and experienced all of Vietnam's must-see's with us! Taking the hassle out of travel is what we do best! We hope to see you on your next adventure.
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Russell
August 2nd, 2023
An absolutely life changing experience. Very immersive and educational. Considering how much you see of the country...
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Hi there! Traveling is such a special experience and it's heartwarming to hear that this adventure was life-changing for you. We're glad to have been part of the journey. We hope to welcome you on another trip soon!
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Yasmin
August 2nd, 2023
An absolute must trip. Organisation, logistics and activities are really excellent and well thought out. Did not once...
An absolute must trip. Organisation, logistics and activities are really excellent and well thought out. Did not once have to worry about things to do or worry about planning. Our leader was superb, he was informative, friendly and provided us lots of local insights. I was lucky to have had such a fantastic group of people, and we pretty much did everything together from activities to dinners. Could not recommend this enough! Show more
Traveled in July 2023
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Thank you for your glowing review! We're glad to have been able to take the hassle out of traveling for you. It's wonderful to hear that you had an enriching local experience, enhanced by your leader's expert knowledge and insights. We hope to welcome you on another Intrepid adventure in the near future.
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Toby
July 26th, 2023
After just finished the express south 10 day tour in Vietnam with Intrepid, we have nothing but praise for the tour...
After just finished the express south 10 day tour in Vietnam with Intrepid, we have nothing but praise for the tour and the company. We are a couple in our early 50’s and there was a great mixture of ages from early 20’s to late 60’s and mainly single people, we had such fun at every step of the way. Our tour guide was exceptional with her knowledge of Vietnam and her organisational skills. The whole trip was informative, interesting and we laughed all the way with our fun group. We would highly recommend using Intrepid..Show more
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Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the group dynamic on your tour and that your tour leader was exceptional. We look forward to welcoming you on another one of our adventures very soon. All the best, Intrepid Travel
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Sherry
Asked on February 1st, 2026
Where and when do we meet? Need address for visa.
Tour Details
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  If you require an address for your visa application, please use:
  
  Intrepid Vietnam
  Ground Floor, Ladeco Building
  266 Doi Can St, Ngoc Ha Ward
  Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
  Vietnam
  
  Your Joining point will be at below:
  Hong Ngoc Cochinchine Hotel
  97 Nguyen Truong To Street
  Hanoi
  VIETNAM
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  Sherry
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  Why can't I see my booking and itinerary in the TourRadar app?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  It appears that your account is currently logged in using your Apple ID. We recommend trying to log in with the email address you initially used to book the tour, as that email will be directly linked to your booking.
  
  If you continue to have difficulty accessing your booking, please provide us with your booking reference number. This will help us to better assist you and ensure a swift resolution.
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Diane
Asked on January 16th, 2026
This 10 day package includes airfares. I'm from Melbourne.
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  Please note that international airfares are not included in our trip packages. Travelers are required to arrange their own flights to and from the trip start and end points.
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Eva
Asked on December 4th, 2025
Do you have access to flights also please?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  Our adventures do not include the cost of international airfare, which allows our travelers to join the trip from their desired location. We do have a helpful place to search flight prices and book your flights; the link will be shared once the trip is confirmed. Just a friendly reminder that you will need to book your own flights to the starting city of your adventure.
K
Kimberly
Asked on November 7th, 2025
The width of a twin bed please. And is that one bed only per travelling pair?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  The twin beds in our accommodations are typically around 90 cm (35–36 inches) wide. For a twin share, each traveler will have their own separate bed, so a twin room includes two beds.
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Joyce
Asked on May 25th, 2025
Would you recommend to do the tour from Hanoi to Saigon by van only or is that too exhausting?
Tour Details
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2025
  Our minimum age for custom itineraries is typically 5 years old. How old will your child/children be at time of travel?
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Angela
Asked on March 26th, 2025
What type of power adapter is necessary in Vietnam?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  In Vietnam, plug types A, B, and C are used. Type A features two flat parallel pins, Type B includes two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin, and Type C has two round pins. The power supply operates at 220V and 50Hz.
M
Mona
Asked on January 30th, 2025
How much extra is it to upgrade from train to flight?
Price / Availability
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  If you choose to take a flight instead of the train, additional costs will apply. Please inquire for specific pricing details as they vary.
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Olga
Asked on January 29th, 2025
What kind of group size can I expect on the tour?
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  The group size can vary, but tours are designed to accommodate a diverse range of travelers. Detailed information on the group size will be available closer to the departure date.
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Patricia
Asked on January 13th, 2025
What is the single supplement fee?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  The single supplement fee is additional and varies depending on availability. It allows you to have a private room, except on certain days like those spent on an overnight boat or sleeper train.
M
Michele
Asked on January 7th, 2025
How do we get from Hoi An to HCM city?
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  Michele
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  Hi, my question was not what types of transportation the tour uses but rather what form of transportation is used to get from Hoi An to HCM City.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  The mode of transport used ro get from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City will be plane. The group will travel together on Day 8 on an early morning flight.

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Vaccines
- 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.
Visa
- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before July 1st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 1st, 2026, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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