Description
From south to north, Vietnam is a kaleidoscope of welcoming locals,
varied cuisine and diverse landscapes. Unlock the mysteries of the
Viet Minh in Ho Chi Minh City, explore the beautiful lakes and
boulevards of Hanoi, mingle with the locals while staying at a
Mekong Delta guesthouse, float to sleep on a traditional junk boat in
Halong Bay, and eat breakfast the local way in Hue. Experience
historical temples, laze on the spectacular coastline, gorge on
delicious banquets and explore lively cities – all with a touch of
comfort – on this 15-day Classic Vietnam adventure.
Trip Name
Classic Vietnam
Last Updated
2024-09-02
Days
15
Capacity
12
Highlights
- Experience living like a local with a night in a locally run guesthouse in the Mekong Delta, with friendly hosts and delicious homecooked meals.
- Discover the bustling centres of Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City – these diverse cities are a fascinating mix of ancient culture and new-age cityscapes, and you’ll get the chance to visit all the most iconic spots.
- Feast on the mouth-watering, fresh delights of Vietnam. From slurping traditional bun bo Hue and digging into a vegetarian feast at a local nunnery, to enjoying a home-cooked lunch with locals in Ninh Binh – the food of Vietnam is definitely a highlight!
- Spend a night on a traditional junk sailing boat in UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay, surrounded by limestone karsts and turquoise waters.
- Visit Save Vietnam Wildlife, an Intrepid Foundation supported NGO focusing on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of Vietnam's endangered wildlife.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Save Vietnam's Wildlife. Donations help them provide support for endangered wildlife and protect critical animal habitats in Vietnam. Intrepid will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.