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Highlights of Vietnam

Deal number: 21270738

TRAFALGAR

This deal expires 17 Aug 2025

Selected departures 29 Nov & 13 Dec 25


Vietnam


12-day tour


Departing from Hanoi

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Deal number: 21270738

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12 day Escorted tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

11 nights accommodation

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Book with Flight Centre by 17 Aug and get $700* per person air credit to use towards your flights

11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches & 4 Dinners

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Itinerary

Float on the sparkling emerald waters of Halong Bay aboard a traditional Vietnamese Junk. Glide past hidden islets and giant limestone karsts, pausing only to practise Tai Chi in exquisite surroundings.

On arrival, we have airport transfers arranged for you. Relish the warm embrace of Vietnam and her welcoming people, who will touch you with their humility and entrepreneurial spirit throughout your journey across this intoxicating land. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a dinner at a local restaurant.

This morning is dedicated to the revolutionary leader who fanned the flames of Vietnams independence. We begin our day with a visit to the final resting place of Uncle Ho, the imposing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. A short walk from here, well find Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, where well Dive Into Culture exploring the grounds surrounding the humble abode of Vietnams most famous son. Well continue to the Temple of Literature, the first university for the sons of Mandarins, to gain insights into Hanoian culture. Well embark on a cyclo tour, weaving through the lively Old Quarter past colourful shopfronts and street food vendors. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure or consider joining one of our recommended Optional Experiences to watch a show that uses the ancient art of water puppetry to story-tell the daily lives of Vietnamese people.

We leave the busy streets of Hanoi behind, bound for the serenity of Halong Bay where well board a traditional-style Vietnamese Junk boat. The limestone karsts and tropical islets rising up from the emerald waters provide an ethereal backdrop for our leisurely cruise. Once welcomed aboard, enjoy lunch whilst cruising one of the New Seven Natural Wonders. Visit Trung Trang cave on Cat Ba Island, the cave is 300m long through the mountains, possessing a mysterious beauty due to the geological tectonics in million years along with many historical vestiges and stalactites. Followed, weather permitting, by a stop at the quiet Tra Bau beach in Lan Ha Bay with its smooth white sand. You may choose to relax or take a nice swim in the green, emerald waters. We return to our Junk boat for a cooking class with the chef and enjoy a mesmerising sunset on the top deck before dinner and a peaceful overnight stay in this UNESCO-listed natural wonder.

It is a perfect time to refresh and indulge yourself in the peaceful beauty of the bay with a Tai Chi session. After breakfast discover the hidden charm of the Ao Ech area by kayak. There will be time to relax on the sundeck and take in the last views of the bays landscape, whilst cruising back to the Wharf before your drive to Hanoi Airport to catch your flight to Danang. On arrival, transfer to your hotel in Hoi An where you have the evening at leisure.

Dive Into Culture this morning, embarking on a walking tour around the ancient town of Hoi An. Embrace its charm of yesteryear the narrow lanes, colourful marketplaces and ancient temples providing insights into the Vietnam of old. See the old merchant houses and 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, before visiting Thanh Dong Organic Village where youll spend some time helping local farmers and learning about their daily working routines. Kick back and enjoy a relaxing foot massage that will set the pace for the rest of the day and evening at leisure.

Enjoy some free time this morning to explore Hoi An further or simply relax at your hotel. Your choice of activities this afternoon could see you learn how to craft your own colourful lantern or gain insights into life as a local fisherman (subject to weather conditions). Create a work of art to bring your home luck and happiness, or cast your net wide for the catch of the day the choice is yours.

The healthy flavours of Vietnamese cuisine take centre stage as we travel by boat to the Red Bridge Cooking School to learn about the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food. Well have an opportunity to savour the dishes weve prepared for lunch before returning to Hoi An. This afternoon, our journey takes us over Hai Van Pass en route to Red Beach, where the American Marines first landed in Vietnam during the decades-long war. We continue to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, for our overnight stay.

Well navigate the busy streets of Hue on the back of a cyclo en route to the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel, once home to Nguyen emperors. From here, we drive to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue's best-preserved religious monument. Boarding a local dragon boat next, we cruise along the Perfume River to the house of the former Princess Ngoc Son where well Connect With Locals and meet a family member for a Be My Guest experience with lunch to gain a glimpse of their life in this historic house. The afternoon is ours to enjoy at leisure or consider joining one of our Optional Experiences.

A short flight this morning brings you to Ho Chi Minh City, where youll enjoy a the iconic sights of Ho Chi Minh revealed on a walking tour of Dong Khoi Street. See the Opera House and the former Hotel de Ville. Then, wander up to Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, designed by the renowned Gustave Eiffel. Continue to the War Remnants Museum where youll have a vivid glimpse of the war through the eyes of the locals. Your final stop is Ben Thanh market, one of the earliest surviving structures in old Saigon. Finish with dinner at KOTO restaurant. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience visit supports those affected by poverty to provide opportunities and a vocational education in the hospitality sector.

The mighty Mekong beckons today, as you take a day trip to Cai Be town, in the heart of the Mekong Delta. Youll transfer to a charming traditional boat where you will cruise and explore the bustling riverbanks. Visit a beautifully preserved ancient house dating back to the 19th century, passed down through many generations of the family. Enjoy a leisurely sampan ride through the narrow canals, stopping for a home-hosted lunch of delicious Mekong Delta specialities, before returning to Ho Chi Minh City for an evening at leisure.

Well delve into Vietnams turbulent history from the previous century with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an immense network of connecting underground tunnels built to protect the Viet Cong guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. Well explore the underground compounds with a VC veteran and gain an understanding of the history of the tunnel, which once served as living quarters and housed hospitals, food and weapons caches. Returning to Ho Chi Minh City by private speedboat, well enjoy some free time this afternoon. Later, well Dive Into Culture during a visit to the home of the former American Ambassador to South Vietnam in the 1960s, Mr. Henry Cabot Lodge, followed by dinner.

Our discovery of the iconic and unexpected highlights of Vietnam at its end. The offered complimentary transfers arrive at Ho Chi Minh City airport at 04:00 and 16:00 on the last day of the tour only. Please speak to your Travel Director for further information.

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Deal number: 21270738

Highlights of Vietnam

TRAFALGAR


Selected departures 29 Nov & 13 Dec 25


Vietnam


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  • EXCLUSIVE AIR CREDIT OFFER: Book with Flight Centre between 04 Jul-17 Aug 25 and get up to $700*pp Air Credit on selected tours with Trafalgar.
  • Offer applies to new bookings only. Credit amount can vary depending on itineray booked. Prices are per person twin share and are land only. If guests change to another tour or date not on sale, they are responsible to pay the difference and adhere to different payment conditions. Discounts and credit offers are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn at any time without notice.
  • Please Note: Airfares are additional. Visas, all other meals, all optional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature are not included.
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