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Premium Vietnam (12 destinations)

8 days
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From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
4.8
12 traveler reviews
  • View from a boat deck at sunset with scenic limestone formations in the bay.
  • A group of people smiling and posing together on a boat deck.
  • Two people posing with the scenic Halong Bay islands in the background.
  • A vibrant display of colorful lanterns with people admiring them.
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  • This tour was perfect for a first time in Vietnam, capturing both sights and history.

    Premium Vietnam (12 destinations) reviewer 1
    KATHERINE THERESA, traveled in September
    5.0
  • Elegant dining area with large windows displaying a scenic view.
  • Comfortable twin bedroom with wooden interiors and a scenic view from the window.
  • A boat with red sails cruising on serene waters during a sunset.
  • Couple relaxing on a deck with picturesque rocky hills in the backdrop.
  • People exploring a vibrant food market with various colorful dishes.
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 6 - 12
Ages 15+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Hanoi

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at a restaurant decorated to resemble an old-fashioned Vietnamese house, featuring classic Vietnamese dishes made with fresh local ingredients)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome meeting with trip leader and fellow travellers
    • Welcome dinner at traditional Vietnamese house-style restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanoi Old Quarter
    • Visit Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum
    Landmarks
    Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum
    Old Quarter
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Hanoi to Halong Bay

    Meals
    Lunch (Seafood lunch on board the junk boat), Dinner (Dinner on deck)

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Ha Long Bay UNESCO World Heritage site
    • Board overnight junk boat cruise
    • Explore the bay with possible stops at caves and fishing villages
    • Seafood lunch on board
    • Swimming and kayaking opportunities
    • Dinner on deck
    Landmarks
    Ha Long Bay
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  3. Day 3

    Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast on board the boat)

    Included Activities

    • Tai Chi on board boat
    • Return to Hanoi from Halong Bay
    • Exclusive Hat Xam traditional performance at private club house
    Landmarks
    Ha Long Bay
  4. Day 4

    Hanoi to Hoi An

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at KOTO restaurant, a social enterprise providing hospitality training to disadvantaged youth, featuring creative Vietnamese dishes made with local ingredients)

    Included Activities

    • Half-day Hanoi tour with trip leader
    • Visit Temple of Literature
    • Visit Hoa Lo Prison
    • Lunch at KOTO restaurant
    • Flight to Danang
    • Transfer from Danang to Hoi An
    Landmarks
    Temple of Literature
    Hoa Lo Prison
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  5. Day 5

    Hoi An

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Hoi An Old Town
    • Visit Chinese assembly hall
    • Cross Japanese Covered Bridge
    • Visit historic trader's house
    • Visit local museum
    • Visit local coffee shop for Vietnamese coffee tasting
    Landmarks
    Hoi An Old Town
    Japanese Covered Bridge
  6. Day 6

    Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
    • Transfer from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City
    • Tour of Ho Chi Minh City
    • Visit War Remnants Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Browse market for silk and materials
    • Visit local tailors
    • Hire bicycle to ride to nearby beach
    • Visit Ben Thanh Market food stalls
    Landmarks
    War Remnants Museum
    Ben Thanh Market
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  7. Day 7

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Included Activities

    • Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
    • Guided tour of Cu Chi Tunnels with leader
    • Tour of Lady Trieu Distillery
    • Gin cocktail tasting at Lady Trieu Distillery

    Optional Activities

    • Final dinner with fellow travellers at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Cu Chi Tunnels
    Lady Trieu Distillery
  8. Day 8

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Arrange additional accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City (contact booking agent)
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Traveler Moments

  • Floating lantern on water during a nighttime festival.
  • Diagram showcasing tunnel systems and historical displays.
  • Billboard with Vietnamese text and graphic on a city street.
  • Night market scene with a variety of fruits and vegetables displayed.
  • Three colorful round paintings on a brick floor, depicting faces and floral motifs.
  • Entrance to a restaurant with vintage decor and a wooden sign.
  • People dining and relaxing on a wooden deck of a boat during dusk.
  • Military helicopter and tank displayed in an outdoor museum.
  • Group of people walking through a street lined with shops and lanterns.
  • Street vendor with an array of brightly colored lanterns and decorations.
  • Musician sitting and playing a traditional instrument in a decorated room.
  • Person surrounded by brightly lit lanterns on a decorated boat at night.
  • Colorful drink in a glass with an artistic garnish of fruit.
  • Two people posing with the scenic Halong Bay islands in the background.
  • View from a boat deck at sunset with scenic limestone formations in the bay.
  • Intricate golden sculpture of a tree with a seated Buddha underneath.
  • Shop display with colorful leather bags, shoes, and a bicycle parked outside.
  • Interior of a traditional room with wooden furniture and old electronics.
  • Close-up of a variety of Vietnamese dishes on a table, including noodles and vegetables.
  • Large crowd on motorbikes stopped at a street intersection with buildings around.

Traveler Reviews

4.8
Overall rating based on 12 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    3.5
  • Food
    4.5
  • Tour Operator
    4.5

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  • K
    September 10th, 2025
    5.0
    This tour was perfect for a first time in Vietnam, capturing both sights and history with culture and some downtime...
    Show more
    • Large crowd on motorbikes stopped at a street intersection with buildings around.
    • View from a boat deck at sunset with scenic limestone formations in the bay.
    • Intricate golden sculpture of a tree with a seated Buddha underneath.
    • Three colorful round paintings on a brick floor, depicting faces and floral motifs.
    • Street vendor with an array of brightly colored lanterns and decorations.
    • Diagram showcasing tunnel systems and historical displays.
    • Billboard with Vietnamese text and graphic on a city street.
    • Two people posing with the scenic Halong Bay islands in the background.
    • Musician sitting and playing a traditional instrument in a decorated room.
    • Group of people walking through a street lined with shops and lanterns.
    • Shop display with colorful leather bags, shoes, and a bicycle parked outside.
    • Entrance to a restaurant with vintage decor and a wooden sign.
    • Military helicopter and tank displayed in an outdoor museum.
    • Close-up of a variety of Vietnamese dishes on a table, including noodles and vegetables.
    • Person surrounded by brightly lit lanterns on a decorated boat at night.
    • Interior of a traditional room with wooden furniture and old electronics.
    • Floating lantern on water during a nighttime festival.
    • People dining and relaxing on a wooden deck of a boat during dusk.
    • Colorful drink in a glass with an artistic garnish of fruit.
    • Night market scene with a variety of fruits and vegetables displayed.
    Traveled in September 2025
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • I
    February 19th, 2024
    3.0
    Ho Chi Minh City hotel was subpar. Location great, but very rundown dirty hotel.
    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    August 3rd, 2023
    5.0
    What a fantastic trip. We visited some wonderful places and met some great people. Our lovely guide could not have...
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    Traveled in May 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
  • A
    August 3rd, 2023
    5.0
    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
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    August 3rd, 2023
    5.0
    This was a great trip. It was a wonderful way to see Vietnam, the North, middle and South.
    Traveled in June 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    August 3rd, 2023
    5.0
    Intrepid provided a fantastic itinerary, with great accommodation and included meals. Our guide had exceptional...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    August 3rd, 2023
    5.0
    Intrepid Premium Vietnam tour is a perfect way to get to know this beautiful country. Our guide was excellent with...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    August 3rd, 2023
    5.0
    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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    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    July 26th, 2023
    5.0
    I recommend the Vietnam Premium Intrepid trip. It was the most relaxing, easy experience. The variety of City’s and...
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    Traveled in June 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    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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  • A
    July 26th, 2023
    5.0
    I can thoroughly recommend this trip. The hotels were all very good and were well situated within walking distance of...
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    Traveled in June 2023
    Review collected by Intrepid Premium
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed this trip and would recommend it :) our local leaders really do add to the experience and its great to hear that your leader achieved this and made sure everything ran smoothly.
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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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