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Vietnam Intro 12 Day - INTRO Travel

Vietnam Intro 12 Day

12 days
4.8
(1,563)
From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
Tour Operator:
INTRO Travel
Max group size:
22
Age range:
18 to 39
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
91474
Hygiene Measures:
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Highlights

  • An amazing itinerary with all activities included
  • Explore Hanoi by Rickshaw
  • Sail the magical Ha Long Bay
  • Learn to cook delicious Vietnamese food
  • Bicycle and Riverboat tour of Ninh Binh
  • Experience local life
  • Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Tunnels

Itinerary

Start in Hanoi and end in Ho Chi Minh City! With the Explorer tour Vietnam Intro 12 Day, you have a 12 days tour package taking you through Hanoi, Vietnam and 5 other destinations in Vietnam. Vietnam Intro 12 Day includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Vietnam Intro Begins!
  2. Day 2 Discover Hanoi
  3. Day 3 Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat
  4. Day 4 Ha Long Bay & Ninh Binh Homestay
  5. Day 5 Ninh Binh & Overnight Train
  6. Day 6 Arrive in Hoi An
  7. Day 7 Hoi An, Basket Boat Tour with Crab Fishing & Cooking Class
  8. Day 8 Lantern Making Class & Beach Day
  9. Day 9 Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
  10. Day 10 Mekong Delta
  11. Day 11 Cu Chi Tunnels
  12. Day 12 Check Out and Onward Travel
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Since 2005, we’ve been creating life-changing travel experiences for 18-40 year olds. Our travel experiences are designed to help you connect, explore, taste and give back to the world, all whilst making an awesome bunch of new mates along the way. Travelling with INTRO isn’t just group travel - it’s a way of meeting friends who become family and of seeing the world in a respectful, caring and totally awesome way.

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
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    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Food
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  • PC
    · September 18th, 2023
    I did the 12 day Vietnam Intro tour with Bobby and it was amazing! Bobby’s local insights, tips, and language skills made him the perfect leader! He was very in tune with the needs and wants of the entire group, and was very knowledgeable about... Show more
    Trip date: September 2023
  • AS
    · September 12th, 2023
    I really enjoyed the Tour. It was a good balance between planed activities and free time. Loved our tour guide Meg.
    Trip date: August 2023
  • GF
    · September 9th, 2023
    As a first time solo traveller I booked onto this tour as a spur of the moment decision, so I wasn’t totally sure what to expect. I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! The tour was the right balance of cultural experiences,... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • AK
    · August 26th, 2023
    I had an amazing experience on the Vietnam Tour with Bobby! The trip was so much fun and we had a great group, I loved the way we traveled and what we saw and got to experience. And I am incredibly thankful to our group leader Bobby who looked out for... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • Vietnam Intro 12 Day reviewer 5
    · August 21st, 2023
    Vietnam was great, and our tour guide Bobby, was very helpful and was able to translate and explain what was going on.
    Trip date: August 2023
  • Vietnam Intro 12 Day reviewer 6
    · August 16th, 2023
    Absolutely fantastic tour, and beautiful country, so much variety of activities and knowledge been offered through the Intro Tour. Group Leader - Andrew - top class leadership with a great balance of knowledge of the country as well as ability to put... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • HC
    · August 15th, 2023
    I went on the Vietnam 12 day intro tour with my sister, and our tour leader was Andrew. The tour itself was so good, really good activities, good accom, nice food etc. You don’t have to stress about planning anything and sorting out accom and transport... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • RG
    · August 15th, 2023
    I have had the best 12 days in Vietnam! Casey has been a brilliant tour guide. He has been so organised, welcoming and is very knowledgeable about the area.
    Trip date: August 2023
  • SC
    · August 15th, 2023
    Our group leader, Andrew, was amazing! He took such good care of us, ensured we had a lot of fun, and is one of the friendliest personalities I’ve encountered. Intro does an amazing job in terms of planning the tour, covering as much as possible and... Show more
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    Trip date: August 2023
  • A
    · August 9th, 2023
    This was my second time booking with Intro Travel and it was AMAZING! From start to finish the trip was so organised and put myself at ease being a solo female traveller. The tour was full of activities and saw all the best parts of Vietnam. It was... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023

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12 days
Vietnam Intro 12 Day
From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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Frequently Asked Questions

    • When and where does the tour end?

      The tour will end after breakfast on the last day of the tour at Ailen Garden Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city. Now that your amazing 12-day adventure has come to an end, you can either check-out and make your way back home, stay on longer in Vietnam or continue your travels with the new friends you’ve made!
      Please be aware the hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.

    • What are the optional excursions?

      This tour does not offer any optional excursions, as the itinerary is already packed with inclusions!

    • When and where does the tour start?

      The tour will start by being picked up from Hanoi airport and you will be taken to 'Cocoon Inn' hostel. As day 1 is an arrivals day you can arrive at any time and you will then have plenty of time to recover from your flight, chill out and then meet your fellow travellers in the evening.

    • Do you arrange airport transfers?

      An airport arrival transfer is included in the price of the tour, please contact us once you have confirmed booking so we can organise this for you through Intro Travel.
      A departure transfer is not included in the price of the tour however you can book this whilst on the tour with your tour guide.

    • Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?

      Of course, we can! Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.

    • What is the age range?

      The age range for this tour is from 18 to 39 years old. This means that children under the age of 18 are not eligible to participate in this tour due to the nature of the tour and the included activities.

    • Is there a hotel list available?

      All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. This is a list of accommodations that they typically stay at, but please be advised that they are subject to change:

      Hanoi - Cocoon Inn
      Ha Long Bay - Overnight boat
      Ha Long Bay - Mixed dorm on a private island
      Ninh Binh - Local homestay
      Hoi An - Thanh Binh Hotel 2
      Ho Chi Minh City - Ailen Garden Hotel
      Mekong Delta - Hotel in Mekong Delta

      Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour.

    • Do I need a visa?

      As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.

    • I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

      A single supplement is available for this tour upon request, however, it is subject to availability and is paid locally. Contact our Customer Support team for more information.

    • What are the inclusions of the tour price?

      This tour is fantastic value for money due to the number of activities, meals and transport included, to see all the inclusions on the tour please click 'What's Included' on the main tour page.

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    Good to Know

    • Currency
      Dong
      Vietnam
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, G. As a traveller from England you will need an adaptor for types A, B, C, E, F. As a traveller from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B, C, E, F, G.

      Type A
      Vietnam
      Type B
      Vietnam
      Type C
      Vietnam
      Type E
      Vietnam
      Type F
      Vietnam
      Type G
      Vietnam
    • 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.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before October 27th, 2023 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 27th, 2023, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with INTRO 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 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and INTRO Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "INTRO Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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