Want To Stay In Ho Chi Minh City For Two Days Before River Cruise

Tour price is USD $2,635. We offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 800 is required to confirm your space.

Is it possible to do this tour without COVID 19 vaccination? How ist the group concellation? Only couples or as well single travelers?

As of January 2023 you no longer need to be vaccinated in order to join our trip however, we ask that you double check the countries entry requirements before hand. In terms of cancellation, as long as you are outside 56 days to departure you can cancel and have your deposit held as a credit for future travel with us. Once we are inside 56 days and you decide to cancel penalties/fees will apply. On these trips we usually see a mix between couples and solo travelers.

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From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

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Absolutely fabulous trip with Intrepid. We arrived as strangers and left as friends having had an absolute ball.
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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Premium
City & Culture: 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 1 - 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hanoi
Hanoi
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at award-winning restaurant featuring classic Vietnamese dishes made with fresh local ingredients)
Included Activities
- Welcome meeting with trip leader and fellow travelers
- Welcome dinner at award-winning restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Old Quarter on foot
- Visit Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum
Landmarks
Old Quarter
Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum
Day 2
Hanoi to Halong Bay
Hanoi to Halong Bay
Meals
Lunch (Seafood lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on deck)
Included Activities
- Overnight stay on Capellacruise Feature Stay accommodation
- Sailing through Halong Bay
- Seafood lunch on board
Optional Activities
- Cave exploration with rock formations
- Visit local fishing village
- Swimming in the bay
- Kayaking tour - VND250000
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks
Ha Long Bay
Day 3
Halong Bay to Hanoi
Halong Bay to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Return to Hanoi from Halong Bay
- Leader-led city walk through French Quarter and Old Quarter
Optional Activities
- Free time exploring Hanoi independently
Landmarks
French Quarter
Hanoi Opera House
Trang Tien Street
Metropole Hotel
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hang Be Market
Cau Go Street
Day 4
Hanoi to Hoi An
Hanoi to Hoi An
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Vietnamese lunch in a quiet garden setting)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Hanoi to Hoi An
- Guided walking tour of Hoi An's Old Town
- Visit to Chinese assembly hall
- Cross Japanese Covered Bridge
- Historic house of former trader
- Local museum visit
- Vietnamese coffee experience at local coffee shop
Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town
Japanese Covered Bridge
Day 5
Hoi An
Hoi An
Optional Activities
- Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience - USD69
- Farm-to-table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant - USD84
Landmarks
Tra Que Village
Thu Bon River
Day 6
Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
- Vietnamese Coffee Workshop
- City tour with leader viewing past and present perspectives
- Visit City People's Committee Building
- Visit City Opera House
- View CIA building
- Visit French-era Central Post Office
Optional Activities
- Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure - USD59
- Ben Thanh Market food exploration
Landmarks
City People's Committee Building
City Opera House
Central Post Office
Ben Thanh Market
Day 7
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Dinner (Final dinner at highly regarded contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by renowned chef Ngo Thanh Hoa)
Included Activities
- Cu Chi Tunnels tour with war veteran guide
- Final dinner at contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by chef Ngo Thanh Hoa
Landmarks
Cu Chi Tunnels
Day 8
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Old Quarter
Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum

Landmarks
Ha Long Bay

Landmarks
French Quarter
Hanoi Opera House
Trang Tien Street
Metropole Hotel
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hang Be Market
Cau Go Street

Landmarks
Hoi An Old Town
Japanese Covered Bridge

Landmarks
Tra Que Village
Thu Bon River

Landmarks
City People's Committee Building
City Opera House
Central Post Office
Ben Thanh Market

Landmarks
Cu Chi Tunnels

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4.8

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.5
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
4.5

Abby5.0•July 2026
This was such an incredible trip! Our guide, Jay, was incredible - so knowledgable, prepared, personable, and funny....
This was such an incredible trip! Our guide, Jay, was incredible - so knowledgable, prepared, personable, and funny. Our group was wonderful, and every day brought new and interesting sites and experiences. Definitely take advantage of the optional activities at each spot! My only critique is that the packing list stated that women should cover knees and shoulders, and I ended up lugging around a lot of pants and long sleeved shirts that I never wore - shorts and tank tops are the norm everywhere we went except for people shielding themselves from the sun. Otherwise, it was everything I wanted from the trip and more.Show more
Traveled in July 2026
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Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that you had such an incredible trip and that Jay's knowledge, preparation, and sense of humour helped make it so memorable. It's also great to know you enjoyed the variety of experiences and connected so well with your fellow travellers. We appreciate your feedback regarding the packing list and will share your comments with our team for review. Thank you for travelling with Intrepid. We're thrilled the trip was everything you hoped for and more!
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KATHERINE5.0•September 2025
This tour was perfect for a first time in Vietnam, capturing both sights and history with culture and some downtime...
This tour was perfect for a first time in Vietnam, capturing both sights and history with culture and some downtime included too. Some optional activities and advice on plenty of places to shop, eat and drink provided at each stop on the tour.Show more
Traveled in September 2025
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Katherine! We're so glad to hear that your first time in Vietnam was so special. We hope to have you join us on another adventure again soon!
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IMTIAZ3.0•February 2024
Ho Chi Minh City hotel was subpar. Location great, but very rundown dirty hotel.
Traveled in February 2024
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Thank you for sharing your feedback with us Imtiaz. We're discouraged to hear about your experience at our Ho Chi Minh City accommodation. Your comments are valuable to us, and we have passed your feedback on to the relevant teams for further review. Despite this less than expected end to your journey, we do hope that you enjoyed your adventure and that you'll join us for another trip again soon.
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Caroline5.0•August 2023
What a fantastic trip. We visited some wonderful places and met some great people. Our lovely guide could not have...
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Michael5.0•August 2023
Vietnam was such an incredible place to visit and the local knowledge, activities and experience of Intrepid team...
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Traveled in April 2023
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Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that Vietnam left such a positive impression on you and that our team's local knowledge, the trip activities, and leaders experience contributed to making your holiday truly memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future. Happy travels and cherished memories!
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Heather5.0•August 2023
This was a great trip. It was a wonderful way to see Vietnam, the North, middle and South.
Traveled in June 2023
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Thank you for the positive feedback! We're thrilled to know that you had a great trip and that it provided you with a wonderful experience of Vietnam from North to South. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more amazing journeys in the future.
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Donna5.0•August 2023
Intrepid provided a fantastic itinerary, with great accommodation and included meals. Our guide had exceptional...
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Traveled in April 2023
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Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled that you had a fantastic experience with us, from the well-crafted itinerary to the excellent accommodation and meals provided. It's heartwarming to hear that your leader's exceptional knowledge, great English, enthusiasm, energy, and smile made your trip truly memorable. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures that will be cherished forever. Until then, happy travels and many more wonderful memories to come!
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Linda5.0•August 2023
Intrepid Premium Vietnam tour is a perfect way to get to know this beautiful country. Our guide was excellent with...
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Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a perfect experience with our Premium Vietnam tour. It's wonderful to know that your knowledgeable local leader took you to some amazing local restaurants and street food places, giving you an authentic taste of the country. We're delighted that Ha Long Bay and Hoi An were top favorites, and that every destination you visited was fascinating. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more incredible adventures in Vietnam or other exciting destinations!
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Nhadine5.0•August 2023
If you are considering this tour, book it, you will not be disappointed. This was my first group tour and it was...
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Thank you for your wonderful review and recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience on your first trip with us. It's fantastic to know that your local leader's qualities, including being well-informed, organized, friendly, fun, and helpful, made your journey so enjoyable. We understand that parting with a great group can be bittersweet, but we hope the memories you've made will last a lifetime. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future.
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Dolores5.0•July 2023
I recommend the Vietnam Premium Intrepid trip. It was the most relaxing, easy experience. The variety of City’s and...
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Hi, thank you for your great review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your Premium Vietnam trip and had a relaxing experience, that's how it should be on our Premium trips :) we hope to welcome you on to another trip soon!
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Asked on April 4th, 2024
Want To Stay In Ho Chi Minh City For Two Days Before River Cruise
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- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written April 2024
  Tour price is USD $2,635. We offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 800 is required to confirm your space.
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Shane
Asked on January 28th, 2023
Is it possible to do this tour without COVID 19 vaccination? How ist the group concellation? Only couples or as well single travelers?
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- Intrepid PremiumOperator•Written January 2023
  As of January 2023 you no longer need to be vaccinated in order to join our trip however, we ask that you double check the countries entry requirements before hand. In terms of cancellation, as long as you are outside 56 days to departure you can cancel and have your deposit held as a credit for future travel with us. Once we are inside 56 days and you decide to cancel penalties/fees will apply. On these trips we usually see a mix between couples and solo travelers.

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- 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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Premium Vietnam (8 destinations)

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Hanoi

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Hanoi to Halong Bay

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Halong Bay to Hanoi

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Hanoi to Hoi An

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Hoi An

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Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

Included Activities

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Ho Chi Minh City

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Ho Chi Minh City

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