Is there a single supplement for this tour please?

A single supplement is available at an additional cost of $245, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes days 3, 8 (overnight trains), day 2 (guesthouse), and Days 10 (homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.

Is $1615 the total price for this particular tour or are local charges to be added?

The total price for this trip departing Sun 7 Jan 2024- Sun 21 Jan 2024 - would be AUD 2040 inclusive of all charges.

can you please advise if international air flights can be added to a package

Our tours do not include the cost of international airfare, which allows our travelers to join the trip from their desired location. You will need to book your own flights to the starting city of your tour.

I am 32. The tour is from 18 to 29. Would it still be possible to join it?

Essential Vietnam is an age restricted departure, for travelers between the ages of 18-29. We recommend the Vietnam Discovery itinerary instead.

Can we have suitcase on this tour

Travellers usually find the smaller their luggage is, the more they enjoy the trip not having to worry about carrying heavy bags. Aim to keep your main luggage under 15kg. Many travellers carry their luggage in a compact smaller suitcase or backpack with wheels. We recommend your bag has carry straps or handles so it is easy to lift and carry for the times you are unable to wheel it. If you are taking overnight trains, or primarily using public transport then the smaller your luggage the easier it will be to store under or above bunks. Large suitcases may not be able to be taken on board. A lockable bag or small padlock for your bag will be useful especially when travelling on public transportation.

Which places does this tour visit? What is the maximum number of people on the trip? What grade is the accommodation?

To understand where the tour goes, you can click on the 'Itinerary' tab on the tour page. You will find there are a maximum of 16 travellers per group. The accommodation on this trip is designed to give you an authentic experience while travelling through Vietnam. This is certainly not a luxury style tour, so please have a look through the detailed description of the accommodation in the relevant section of the attached trip notes too.

What is the maximum number of people on this tour?

The maximum group size for an Intrepid trip is 16 people.

Do you do private tours?

We do not offer personalised & private tours, however to do this, I would recommend contacting a local travel agent, so they can personalise this for you.

Would this tour accept kids under 10 years of age?

Unfortunately, this trip with Intrepid is designed for travellers over the age of 15 so children cannot be permitted. Get in contact with us and our customer support team will work on pairing you with the perfect adventure.

Where can I find more detailed information about this tour?

A trip note which contains essential information about your trip will be given to you. There you will find your daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.

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Vietnam Discovery

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From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

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The itinerary was good but left more than ample free time so those prone to sightseeing needed to do research on what to do in that particular location.
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Operator: Intrepid Travel
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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
Optional Activities
- Visit ancient pagodas and cathedrals near the former Presidential Palace
- Explore historic Dong Khoi Street
- Browse Ben Thanh and Cholon markets
- Optional dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks
Former Presidential Palace
Dong Khoi Street
Ben Thanh Market
Cholon
Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta
Meals
Dinner (Traditional home-cooked meal at Vietnamese family homestay)
Included Activities
- Boat cruise through Mekong Delta canals
- Visit cottage industries along the river
- Homestay accommodation with Vietnamese family
- Traditional home-cooked meal
Landmarks
Mekong Delta
Ben Tre
Day 3
Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh City to Danang
Meals
Breakfast (Simple breakfast)
Included Activities
- Simple breakfast
- Boat tour back through Mekong Delta
Optional Activities
- Visit War Remnants Museum
- Visit Reunification Palace
- Explore Ben Thanh Market for street food and shopping
Landmarks
War Remnants Museum
Reunification Palace
Ben Thanh Market
Day 4
Danang to Hoi An
Included Activities
- Old Town walking tour through Hoi An
- Sightseeing pass for major attractions
- Countryside bicycle hire
Optional Activities
- Shopping at markets and street stalls for paintings, woodwork, ceramics, and lanterns
- Custom tailoring services
Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town
Day 5
Hoi An
Optional Activities
- Visit My Son temples UNESCO World Heritage site
- Countryside bicycle ride through rice paddies and creeks
Landmarks
My Son
Day 6
Hoi An
Optional Activities
- Tailoring fitting and custom garment services
- Bike rental for leisure rides to An Bang or Cua Dai beach
- Cooking class
- Local food market tour
- Boat journey along Thu Bon River
Landmarks
An Bang Beach
Cua Dai Beach
Thu Bon River
Day 7
Hoi An to Hue
Optional Activities
- Visit Dong Ba Market
Landmarks
Hai Van Pass
Dong Ba Market
Day 8
Hue
Optional Activities
- Visit Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City
- Dragon boat cruise on Perfume River
- Visit Thien Mu Pagoda Buddhist monastery
- Visit Emperor Tu Duc's royal tomb
Landmarks
Imperial Citadel
Forbidden Purple City
Perfume River
Thien Mu Pagoda
Emperor Tu Duc's Tomb
Day 9
Hanoi
Included Activities
- Old Quarter walking tour
- Visit Dong Xuan Market
- Visit Hoan Kiem Lake
Optional Activities
- Evening visit to night market for local street food
Landmarks
Old Quarter
Dong Xuan Market
Hoan Kiem Lake
Day 10
Hanoi to Pu Luong
Meals
Lunch (Quick lunch at homestay)
Included Activities
- Visit Vun Art center
- Homestay accommodation with rice field views
- Village walk and trek through rice fields
- Visit local tribes
Landmarks
Vun Art
Van Phuc Silk Village
Pu Luong
Day 11
Pu Luong to Hanoi
Optional Activities
- Visit Cam Luong Angelfish Stream
- Explore Old Quarter
- Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake
- Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex
Landmarks
Cam Luong Angelfish Stream
Ho Chi Minh Complex
Day 12
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island
Included Activities
- Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay
- Boat trip on Lan Ha Bay
- Lunch on Lan Ha Bay
Optional Activities
- Hiking
- Swimming at beaches
Landmarks
Cat Ba Island
Lan Ha Bay
Day 13
Cat Ba Island
Meals
Lunch (Delicious onboard lunch during Lan Ha Bay boat trip)
Included Activities
- Boat trip on Lan Ha Bay
- Lunch onboard during boat trip
- Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay
Landmarks
Lan Ha Bay
Day 14
Cat Ba Island to Hanoi
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Optional dinner with fellow travelers
Day 15
Hanoi

Landmarks
Former Presidential Palace
Dong Khoi Street
Ben Thanh Market
Cholon

Landmarks
Mekong Delta
Ben Tre

Landmarks
War Remnants Museum
Reunification Palace
Ben Thanh Market

Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town

Landmarks
My Son

Landmarks
An Bang Beach
Cua Dai Beach
Thu Bon River

Landmarks
Hai Van Pass
Dong Ba Market

Landmarks
Imperial Citadel
Forbidden Purple City
Perfume River
Thien Mu Pagoda
Emperor Tu Duc's Tomb

Landmarks
Old Quarter
Dong Xuan Market
Hoan Kiem Lake

Landmarks
Vun Art
Van Phuc Silk Village
Pu Luong

Landmarks
Cam Luong Angelfish Stream
Ho Chi Minh Complex

Landmarks
Cat Ba Island
Lan Ha Bay

Landmarks
Lan Ha Bay

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Response rate

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4.3

Overall rating based on 21 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
4.1
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
3.9
Food
4.6
Tour Operator
4.5

Richard
December 6th, 2023
5.0
Fantastic 15 days. HCMC (Saigon) to Hanoi and lots in between. The people and country are beautiful. Oh, and the...
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Traveled in November 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Richard, thank you for sharing your experience and posting this wonderful review. It’s great to know how much you enjoyed your tour and that your leader did such a great job. Also, that you were able to experience the amazing history and culture that Vietnam has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you on another of our adventures soon!
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Brigid
March 10th, 2020
5.0
We had an amazing trip, everything went as planned. This was our third Intrepid tour and we were pleased with...
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Traveled in February 2020
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thanks Brigid - We can't wait to have you on your fourth!
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Jacob
January 8th, 2020
5.0
Phat, our tour leader, was great. Most locations were excellent. I particularly enjoyed the homestays.
Traveled in December 2019
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Jacob, Fantastic to hear you had a great leader and enjoyed you homestays. We look forward to seeing on a trip with us again soon.
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Samantha
September 18th, 2019
2.8
The trip felt more like a tour where at every opportunity I was taken to a place to be sold things. However, I have...
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Warnakulasuriya
September 18th, 2019
4.5
Overall good experience with Intrepid.
Traveled in December 2018
A
Sharan
September 18th, 2019
3.8
Excellent Leader,Tu
Traveled in December 2018
A
Sabian
September 18th, 2019
4.5
Our tour guides vast knowledge and charismatic attitude really helped gel the group together making for an overall...
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Traveled in December 2018
A
Moheth
September 18th, 2019
4.2
Very enjoyable trip. Planned well no hassle and our leader Tu was extremely welcoming and always available to help us.
Traveled in December 2018
A
Jasmine
September 18th, 2019
5.0
Well organised trip that used time well to show what Vietnam has to offer.
Traveled in December 2018
A
Eileen
September 18th, 2019
4.5
Fun, well organised, quality guide, good itinery
Traveled in December 2018

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Connie
Asked on May 3rd, 2024
Is there a single supplement for this tour please?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
  A single supplement is available at an additional cost of $245, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes days 3, 8 (overnight trains), day 2 (guesthouse), and Days 10 (homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
M
Mark
Asked on July 5th, 2023
Is $1615 the total price for this particular tour or are local charges to be added?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2023
  The total price for this trip departing Sun 7 Jan 2024- Sun 21 Jan 2024 - would be AUD 2040 inclusive of all charges.
M
Maria
Asked on May 29th, 2023
can you please advise if international air flights can be added to a package
Flights / Transfers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2023
  Our tours do not include the cost of international airfare, which allows our travelers to join the trip from their desired location. You will need to book your own flights to the starting city of your tour.
G
Gina
Asked on September 28th, 2022
I am 32. The tour is from 18 to 29. Would it still be possible to join it?
Age Range
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2022
  Essential Vietnam is an age restricted departure, for travelers between the ages of 18-29. We recommend the Vietnam Discovery itinerary instead.
L
Lydia
Asked on August 21st, 2022
Can we have suitcase on this tour
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2022
  Travellers usually find the smaller their luggage is, the more they enjoy the trip not having to worry about carrying heavy bags. Aim to keep your main luggage under 15kg. Many travellers carry their luggage in a compact smaller suitcase or backpack with wheels. We recommend your bag has carry straps or handles so it is easy to lift and carry for the times you are unable to wheel it. If you are taking overnight trains, or primarily using public transport then the smaller your luggage the easier it will be to store under or above bunks. Large suitcases may not be able to be taken on board. A lockable bag or small padlock for your bag will be useful especially when travelling on public transportation.
A
Alexandra
Asked on July 18th, 2016
Which places does this tour visit? What is the maximum number of people on the trip? What grade is the accommodation?
Accommodation
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2016
  To understand where the tour goes, you can click on the 'Itinerary' tab on the tour page.
  You will find there are a maximum of 16 travellers per group. The accommodation on this trip is designed to give you an authentic experience while travelling through Vietnam. This is certainly not a luxury style tour, so please have a look through the detailed description of the accommodation in the relevant section of the attached trip notes too.
N
Nancy
Asked on July 1st, 2016
What is the maximum number of people on this tour?
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2016
  The maximum group size for an Intrepid trip is 16 people.
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Lucy
Asked on July 1st, 2016
Do you do private tours?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2016
  We do not offer personalised & private tours, however to do this, I would recommend contacting a local travel agent, so they can personalise this for you.
P
Pat
Asked on June 1st, 2016
Would this tour accept kids under 10 years of age?
Age Range
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2016
  Unfortunately, this trip with Intrepid is designed for travellers over the age of 15 so children cannot be permitted.
  
  Get in contact with us and our customer support team will work on pairing you with the perfect adventure.
T
Tim
Asked on June 1st, 2016
Where can I find more detailed information about this tour?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2016
  A trip note which contains essential information about your trip will be given to you. There you will find your daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.

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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.
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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.
- 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 June 14th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 14th, 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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