Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 13 Day Journeys: Explore Vietnam. Immerse yourself in Vietnam’s mesmerizing culture and momentous history on a journey from the emerald mountains of the north to the sun-drenched beaches of the south. Discover a plethora of UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the imperial city of Hue and mystical Ha Long Bay. Glimpse rural life on a hike through idyllic Mai Chau Valley; enjoy a cyclo ride through the heart of bustling Hanoi; and descend into the famed Cu Chi tunnels, where Viet Cong guerillas lived during the Vietnam War.
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Trip Length
13 Days
Trip Starts
Hanoi
Trip Ends
Ho Chi Minh City
Departures
Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
National Geographic Journeys
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
AVHNG
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included. Stay: Golden Silk Boutique Hotel
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is open until 11:00am and closed on Monday and Friday. Entry is dependent on what time the group arrives in Hanoi. Stay: Mai Chau Hideaway Lake Resort (B)
Spend the day exploring the picturesque valley. Set out on a walk through the peaceful countryside, learning about the local tribes and customs, and visit a rural market for a fruit tasting. Choose to enjoy an authentic country lunch at a village home. Stay: Mai Chau Hideaway Lake Resort (B)
Return to Hanoi, stopping at KymViet Enterprise on the way. This G Adventures–supported program teaches stitching and sewing skills to local people with disabilities. Learn about KymViet meeting with the staff and make a small handicraft. Enjoy a tour of the workshop and interact with the team members by learning a few words in sign language. After, return to Hanoi and enjoy the rest of the day to explore exactly how you wish! Stay: Golden Silk Boutique Hotel (B/L)
This traditional wooden sailing boat offers a unique way of navigating the lime karsts of Ha Long Bay with all the comforts of a motorized, floating hotel. The boat crew will prepare an included seafood lunch and dinner. All cabins are twin share and have an en-suite bathroom. The boat features an enclosed dining and sitting area and of course plenty of outside deck space to enjoy your beautiful surroundings. Stay: Halong Overnight Cruise (B/L/D)
Enjoy an early lunch on board before returning to land and heading back to Hanoi to catch a short flight to Hue. A former imperial capital of Vietnam, this World Heritage-listed city boasts many architectural treasures; it was also the site of one of the Vietnam War’s most dramatic battles. Stay: Romance Hotel (B/L)
Hue is the gateway to the treasures of Vietnam's royal past and remains one of Vietnam's major tourist attractions. This quiet city is widely known for the magnificent architecture of its citadel, royal tombs, pagodas, and temples built under the Nguyen dynasty on the lush banks of the Perfume River. Stay: Romance Hotel (B/L)
The journey to Hoi An, via the Hai Van Pass, is an incredibly scenic and mountainous stretch of highway with spectacular views of Lang Co Beach. Stay: Belle Maison Hadana (B)
Delve into a local market this morning with guides from Oodles of Noodles, a G Adventures–supported program that trains local youth in the culinary arts. Taste dozens of varieties of noodles and pick out fresh ingredients at the market; then take your groceries to the Oodles of Noodles training kitchen, where you’ll learn to prepare mouthwatering noodle dishes and enjoy your creations for lunch. Stay: Belle Maison Hadana (B/L)
The day is yours to explore enchanting Hoi An and its environs. Choose to take a day trip to World Heritage-listed My Son, a cluster of moss-covered Hindu temples dating between the 4th and 13th centuries. Alternatively, head to the nearby Cua Dai beach, or relax at your hotel by the pool. Stay: Belle Maison Hadana (B)
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon. Immerse yourself in this vibrant metropolis—Vietnam’s economic hub—on a variety of optional activities. Discover the city on a cyclo tour, taking in iconic sites like the Notre Dame Cathedral and the ornate Central Post Office and City Hall. Visit the War Remnants Museum, a powerful reminder of the atrocities committed during the Vietnam War; or take a tour of the Reunification Palace, the site which marked the end of the war. Stay: Continental Saigon Hotel (B)
Venture to the legendary Cu Chi tunnels, a network of underground passageways that provided a base for Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War. Visit subterranean hospitals and ammunition stores, and learn about the vital role that the tunnels played in the eventual victory of the North. Stay: Continental Saigon Hotel (B/D)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Learn to cook oodles of noodles at a G Adventures-supported youth-training school.
- Cruise along Halong Bay in a traditional junk boat.
- Learn how to make a traditional lantern in the lantern capital of Vietnam.
- Step back into history at the Cu Chi Tunnels and Hanoi Hilton.
- Enjoy lunch at Hoa Sua (a training restaurant for disadvantaged youth).
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Lantern Making Experience, Hoi An
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Oodles of Noodles Local Market Excursion, Hoi An
- Your G for Good Moment: Kym Viet Local Enterprise Visit, Hanoi
- Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles, Hoi An
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Kym Viet Craft & Lunch, Hanoi
- Arrival transfer
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton) and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Mai Chau Countryside Hike
- Cyclo tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter
- Overnight on a junk boat on Halong Bay
- Guided tour of Emperor's Tomb and Imperial Citadel Hue
- Lunch at a Buddhist Nunnery
- Walking tour of Hoi An Old Town
- Guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels – 9 nts, junk boat – 1 nt, lodge – 2 nts
- Please note that in some major cities in Vietnam, many hotel rooms do not have windows and rooms can be small.
- National Geographic Expedition Leader
- 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
- Private bus, boat, cyclo, plane, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: National Geographic Journeys
These small group tours combine meaningful cultural experiences with upgraded comfort and expert insight. Many itineraries include visits to community projects supported by G Adventures or National Geographic, offering a chance to connect with people and places in a more impactful way. With more inclusions than other travel styles, character-filled accommodations and exclusive pre-trip reading to set the scene, these adventures are ideal for travelers who want to explore thoughtfully and return inspired.
Dates & Pricing
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Sunday
01 Mar 2026
01 Mar 26
Hanoi
Friday
13 Mar 2026
13 Mar 26
Ho Chi Minh City
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,849
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Wednesday
04 Mar 2026
04 Mar 26
Hanoi
Monday
16 Mar 2026
16 Mar 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Definite Departure
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US$2,849
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Sunday
08 Mar 2026
08 Mar 26
Hanoi
Friday
20 Mar 2026
20 Mar 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Definite Departure
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US$2,849
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Wednesday
11 Mar 2026
11 Mar 26
Hanoi
Monday
23 Mar 2026
23 Mar 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Definite Departure
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US$2,849
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Sunday
15 Mar 2026
15 Mar 26
Hanoi
Friday
27 Mar 2026
27 Mar 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Wednesday
18 Mar 2026
18 Mar 26
Hanoi
Monday
30 Mar 2026
30 Mar 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Sunday
22 Mar 2026
22 Mar 26
Hanoi
Friday
03 Apr 2026
03 Apr 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Definite Departure
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Wednesday
25 Mar 2026
25 Mar 26
Hanoi
Monday
06 Apr 2026
06 Apr 26
Ho Chi Minh City
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Sunday
29 Mar 2026
29 Mar 26
Hanoi
Friday
10 Apr 2026
10 Apr 26
Ho Chi Minh City
Details
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Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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