A Taste of Vietnam
Bustling Ho Chi Minh City, picturesque colonial Hoi An, world-heritage Halong Bay & the northern capital of Hanoi; optional extension to Bangkok
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 24 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, Bucket List | ||
| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, locally hosted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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If you've put off a trip to Vietnam because of time or price, then our new Taste of Vietnam tour package is for you. See for yourself why Vietnam has emerged as Asia's hottest new destination for Western travelers. Our 10-day escorted tour takes you to Vietnam's two most important cities—Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi, as well as picturesque Hoi An and Halong Bay. Explore on your own or on exciting optional tours to the Cu Chi Tunnels, My Son and more! You'll enjoy superior accommodations, bountiful daily breakfasts, included sightseeing tours in each city, discounted optional tours, and as always, the very best in Friendly Planet service. Of course, all of this is yours at prices that are downright amazing!
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Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Roundtrip flights from Los Angeles (LAX) via scheduled China Airlines wide-body jet service including fuel surcharges and taxes and fees
- All intra-Asia flights and ground transportation
- 7 nights superior class hotels with private bath
- 12 Meals: 7 buffet breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners, including welcome and farewell dinners
- Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking tour directors and local guides
Optional add-ons
- Exciting excursions in Ho Chi Minh City including Cu Chi Tunnels or a Vintage Vespa ride; in Hoi An including My Son; in Hanoi including Cyclo ride and Water Puppet show
- Post-tour extension to Bangkok
- Flights from Chicago O'Hare (ORD), Houston (IAH), Seattle-Tacoma (SEA). Request pricing when making your reservation.
Why you'll love it
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit China Beach and Marble Mountain
- Experience a special dinner at a unique local restaurant in Hoi An
- Glimpse the local life and traditions at the Yen Duc Village
- Relax during a cruise on Halong Bay
- Enjoy a tour of Hanoi, including the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university
Dates & Prices
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.

- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.

- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!

- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.

- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.

- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.

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