Vietnam in Depth
with Intrepid Tours

Arrive in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City where a private transfer and fast-track airport service ensure a seamless start. Meet your local leader and fellow travellers this evening for a welcome dinner in a historic former opium refinery, setting the tone for the journey ahead.

Travel south to the lush Mekong Delta and cruise its winding waterways by private boat and sampan. Visit local producers, explore coconut groves and gain insight into rural Vietnamese life before returning to the city.

Explore the remarkable Cu Chi tunnel network with a war veteran who shares first-hand stories of life during the conflict. Return to Ho Chi Minh City with a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s resilience and history.

Discover the city’s colonial architecture, Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum before flying to charming Hoi An. Settle into this riverside town known for its lantern-lit streets and heritage buildings.

Join a guided walking tour through Hoi An’s Old Town, visiting historic merchant houses, temples and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge. The afternoon is yours to explore tailor shops, cafés or simply soak up the atmosphere.

Journey to the UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary to explore ancient Cham temple ruins surrounded by jungle landscapes. Experience a traditional Apsara dance performance before returning to Hoi An for a relaxed afternoon.

Travel north along the scenic Hai Van Pass with sweeping coastal views en route to historic Hue. Explore the Imperial Citadel and hear stories of emperors and wartime history in Vietnam’s former royal capital.

Begin with a taste of Bun Bo Hue before visiting a local market with a chef to source fresh ingredients. Learn to prepare traditional dishes during a hands-on cooking class, then visit royal tombs and Thien Mu Pagoda.

Fly to Hanoi and explore the bustling Old Quarter on foot with your leader. In the evening, enjoy a rare private Hat Xam musical performance, preserving a centuries-old northern Vietnamese art form.

Travel to the peaceful valley of Mai Chau, surrounded by green mountains and hill tribe communities. Visit a social enterprise supporting local artisans and learn about the Muong ethnic culture.

Walk through traditional villages and terraced rice fields, meeting local artisans along the way. Share a home-hosted lunch and learn about rice wine production and textile craftsmanship.

Return to Hanoi to visit the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda and Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house. Enjoy lunch at KOTO, a social enterprise restaurant supporting disadvantaged youth.

Cruise through the limestone karsts of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay aboard your Feature Stay boat. Swim, kayak or relax on deck before dining under the stars as the sun sets over the bay.

Begin the day with optional Tai Chi on deck before sailing back to shore. Conclude your adventure with a farewell dinner in Hanoi, celebrating the journey with your group.

Enjoy a final breakfast before your journey comes to an end. Depart with lasting memories of Vietnam’s landscapes, history and warm hospitality.