Simply Vietnam

10 days
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Small Group Tour
This short break encompasses the best of Vietnam in just 10 days. Using local transport and staying in simple hotels, we experience lush landscapes, discover harrowing history and sample incredible fresh food. Hanoi - Wander through the bustling narrow streets of the Old Quarter. Hoi An - Take a cookery course or try out traditional lantern making. ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • This 10-day trip encompasses the best of Vietnam with more free time to explore
    • Wander through the bustling narrow streets of the Old Quarter in Hanoi
    • Optional cookery course or lantern making in the charming ancient merchant town of Hoi An
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What's this trip about?

    This short break encompasses the best of Vietnam in just 10 days. Using local transport and staying in simple hotels, we experience lush landscapes, discover harrowing history and sample incredible fresh food. Hanoi - Wander through the bustling narrow streets of the Old Quarter. Hoi An - Take a cookery course or try out traditional lantern making. Mekong Delta - Meander along palm-lined canals and barter for exotic fruit.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transport
Start CityHo Chi Minh City
End CityHanoi

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Attractions

  • Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Danang
  • Halong Bay
  • Hanoi
  • Hoan Kiem Lake
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • Hoi An
  • Hue
  • Mekong Delta
  • Perfume River
  • Saigon

Activities

  • Hiking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Ho Chi Minh City; afternoon orientation walk in Old Saigon

Still commonly referred to by locals as 'Saigon', the city is the largest in Vietnam and the country's commercial hub. You will find an eclectic mix of the traditional and the new, where pagodas and markets compete alongside the trappings of Vietnam's newly discovered...

Day 2 In Ho Chi Minh City; Optional visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels or a boat trip in the Mekong Delta

No visit to Ho Chi Minh City would be complete without exploring something of its tragic recent history and the poignant reminders of what the Vietnamese refer to as the American War can still be seen amongst the buildings and artefacts of the old US Embassy, as well ...

Day 3 Morning flight to Danang, drive to Hoi An and afternoon tour of the Old Town

This morning we transfer to the airport for our short flight to Danang in Central Vietnam. On arrival in Danang we will continue our journey by charter bus to Hoi An. On our way we pass the popular beach resort of My Khe, better known as China Beach, an area that duri...

Day 4 In Hoi An, free day to enjoy the Old Town, visit nearby beach or hire bicycles to explore surrounding countryside

Today is free to wander through the historic heart of this World Heritage Site at your leisure. An early morning visit to the fish market presents a riot of noise and colour that is perfect for some great photo opportunities and some choice local interaction. You migh...

Day 5 Drive along the coast via Hai Van Pass to Hue; free afternoon

This morning sees us heading along the coastal road towards the historic setting of Hué, crossing part of the Truong Son Mountains and travelling via the Hai Van (Sea Cloud) Pass. This stunningly scenic region once marked the boundary between Vietnam and the Champa Ki...

Day 6 In Hue, optional visit to the Imperial Palace and cruise along Perfume River. Catch an overnight train north

With the better part of the day to enjoy the city, Hué offers a wealth of options to make the most of your time here. You could pay a visit to the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, home to the oldest monastery in the city, whose 21m high tower has become something of a symbol f...

Day 7 Early morning arrival in Hanoi. Travel to Cat Ba Island in Halong Bay, explore the island's forests and caves

Arriving in Hanoi in the early hours of this morning we disembark the train and drive two hours to the Bay of Tonkin on Vietnam's northeast coast. Our destination is the island of Cat Ba, the largest island in the bay and a UNESCO Biosphere site on account of its rich...

Day 8 Morning junk cruise through the turquoise waters of Lan Ha Bay. Afternoon drive to Hanoi and explore the Old Quarter

We wake this morning amongst the breathtaking setting of Lan Ha Bay, a geological extension of stunning Halong Bay but much less visited. The greater Halong Bay area is one Southeast Asia's most spectacular natural attractions, whose staggering beauty has seen it list...

Day 9 In Hanoi; free day with option to visit the French Quarter or Hoan Kiem Lake

Architecturally styled like a French provincial town, with tree-lined boulevards and substantial low-built houses, Hanoi is a wonderfully nostalgic city to enjoy and amongst its more interesting sights are the charming One-Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature and t...

Day 10 Trip ends in Hanoi

The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Hanoi. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Hanoi at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like an a...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,380
Price per day$138
Last Updated: 4/13/2025
Departure Date
Finish Date
Base Price
Single Room (Optional)
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02 Nov 2025
11 Nov 2025
$1,450
$270
09 Nov 2025
18 Nov 2025
$1,450
$270
16 Nov 2025
25 Nov 2025
$1,450
$270
23 Nov 2025
02 Dec 2025
$1,450
$270
14 Dec 2025
23 Dec 2025
$1,380
$270
21 Dec 2025
30 Dec 2025
$1,450
$270
19 Jan 2026
28 Jan 2026
$1,520
$290
26 Jan 2026
04 Feb 2026
$1,520
$290
02 Feb 2026
11 Feb 2026
$1,520
$290
16 Feb 2026
25 Feb 2026
$1,520
$290

Check current availability, prices, specials & more.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Mar 2025

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Simply Vietnam

The trip was a whirlwind with early starts but we packed so much in during the week. I was pleased I could keep up with everyone but I could have booked a longer ho...

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Mar 2025

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Great trip and experience. Super guide :)

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Jay

Jan 2025

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1st off Tam the guide was extremely well informed and competent with his knowledge and love of Viet Nam that he shared with the group. Highlights for me included: Me...

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Harriet

Dec 2024

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I had an excellent trip to Vietnam on the Simply Vietnam tour. The trip was fun, relatively fast-paced, and allowed for a good overview of Vietnam's history and cult...

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Dave

Nov 2024

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Simply Vietnam

Joseph is a first class tour leader, excellent itinerary, good hotels.

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Apr 2025

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Helpful and knowledgeable

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Apr 2025

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Very helpful and knowledgeable staff.

Friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful.

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Apr 2025

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Customer service team was really helpful.

I can't remember who specifically helped me but they were all good.

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Logistics

Accommodation

Transportation & Flights

Bus, Boat, Flight, Taxi, Train,

Transportation & flights

Bus, Boat, Flight, Taxi, Train
Guides
Explore Tour Leader, Boat Crew, Driver(s)
Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Vietnam: 'British Citizen' passport holders can visit Vietnam for up to 45 days without a visa. A visa will be required if you wish to re-enter within 30 days of your departure. Visas are required for citizens of the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and can be obtained in the form of an eVisas via: \ul \ulnone Please note that it is a pre-requisite for entry into Vietnam that your passport is valid for a minimum of 6 months from your date of entry All visa related issues including information for other nationalities should be confirmed with the relevant Embassy prior to departure. If you do require assistance in obtaining a visa then you may be able to apply through Explore's recommended visa service in the UK, Travcour. See \ul www.travcour.com \ulnone to download the relevant visa application for your trip, if applicable (UK citizens only), along with details of how to apply for your visa through Travcour. The Team at Travcour will be happy to answer specific questions relating to visa applications, please call them directly on \ul 0208 5431846 \ulnone . It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a full passport, with the correct validity for your chosen destination.
Health & Safety
Nothing compulsory, we recommend protection against malaria, typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, polio and hepatitis A. Consult your travel clinic for latest advice on Malaria and Zika Virus. Although not compulsory travellers may also wish to immunise themselves against Japanese encephalitis. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at <a href="https://www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/know-before-you-go/travel-health">Explore Travel Health</a> and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 8
  • Lunch : 1
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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