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This fascinating 14-day itinerary travelling through Vietnam can be tailored to your interests and customised to your preferences. Travel from North to South to see the varied faces of this wonderful country – its history, culture, beautiful landscapes, rural traditions and much more – and interact with the local people of cities, towns and hamlets throughout the holiday. Begin in Hanoi, exploring the Old Quarter or opting for a back street art tour, then spend a day in Ha Long Bay, sleeping on a traditional boat which cruises the waters. In Hue, visit Thien Mu Pagoda, King Minh Mang’s Tomb and Dong Ba market, the Imperial City and the antiquity museum. From here, travel to the ancient ...Read more >

On this tailor made Vietnam and Cambodia activity holiday you’ll dive straight into the action with plentiful opportunities to walk, hike, paddle and cycle through these beguiling Southeast Asian nations - and experienced local guides on hand to help you get the most out of your journey. Walk the winding alleyways of Hanoi’s Old Quarter and feel the centuries-old pulse of this vibrant city. Stroll the ancient lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, and join local farmers, fishermen and artisans for a hands-on experience in their daily work. Board a cruise where you’ll be able to swim, kayak and bask in views of the rugged majesty of karst island formations in Halong and Bai Tu Long Bay. Get your ...Read more >

Spend 10 days exploring the natural wonders and fascinating heritage of Cambodia, on this tailor made tour. This suggested itinerary combines unforgettable Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument of the ancient world and perhaps Cambodia’s most famous destination, with community tourism projects that don’t occupy such a prominent position on the tourist trail. There will be time for river cruising, bird watching, trekking and mountain biking, too, with one internal flight to help cover the ground and make sure this is a brilliantly rounded and exciting holiday. The tour begins in Siem Reap, for exploring the Angkor Wat temple complex, before taking to the water for a cruise on Tonle Sap ...Read more >

A 15 day honeymoon in Vietnam, with plenty of romance and time to relax, as well as a chance to explore two of Vietnam’s most fascinating cities. Spend a day getting to know Ho Chi Minh City – after a relaxed champagne breakfast, of course – before heading to the beautiful beaches of Nha Trang, where you can sunbathe, take a river boat trip, snorkel or scuba dive, enjoying wonderful fresh food in the many restaurants here. Explore Hanoi before the fitting finale to your special holiday – a cruise on a traditional junk on gorgeous Ha Long Bay. This itinerary can be completed customised to create your perfect honeymoon, so let us know what you’re interested in and we can design every last ...Read more >

This Vietnam tailor made adventure tour includes a range of soft adventure activities, from trekking to exploring caves. The tour begins in Hanoi, with time to explore this city and neighbouring villages where crafts such as pottery and woodblock printing thrive. Then set out on a three day trek along winding trails in the famous mountains around Sapa, in northwestern Vietnam, discovering beautiful landscapes and meeting the various ethnic minority communities who live here. Next, enjoy two days of varied activities in Quang Binh Province, including jeep rides, trekking, cave exploring and overnight camping at the mouth of the big Tu Lan Cave. You’ll need to be reasonably fit to cope with ...Read more >

This is a two week, tailor made tour that is all about seeing the real Vietnam off the beaten track. Vietnam holidays are fast becoming dominated by multinational tour operators, but our small locally owned company is passionate about bringing visitors into the Vietnam that we know and love. To spend time in the rural villages around Pu Luong and the Central Highlands, with different ethnic groups and cultures that make up Vietnamese people, and showing off the natural heritage wonders and biodiverse beauties of their country. The Pu Luong region is a protected Nature Reserve, made up of luscious limestone hills where rivers and waterfalls have carved up an idyllic landscape. We lead ...Read more >

Hidden waterfalls, ancient temples, vibrant cities and serene cruises await you on this engaging adventure for all ages. Explore the vast Temples of Angkor and take on a special expedition to a little-visited temple shrouded amidst the jungle. In Laos, the ‘Land of a Million Elephants’, enjoy a very special day getting to know some of these amazing animals in a thoughtfully designed non-riding experience with an emphasis on learning and supporting elephant welfare. Wander the charming streets of Luang Prabang, once Laos’ royal capital, and immerse yourself in the friendly chaos of Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi with street life tours by motorbike. Get on board for cruises of a wild ...Read more >

This Vietnam homestay tour is a truly unique and authentic way to discover Vietnam. Spend 12 days travelling between some of the country’s most famous cities and also its little known rural regions, getting to know the people who live and work here by staying with local families and ethnic minority tribes. This private departure holiday starts in Hanoi, before heading into the mountainous region around Sapa, where you will hike to remote communities and meet local tribes. Then head south through Vietnam’s countryside and famous Mekong Delta, seeing beautiful Hoi An and exciting Ho Chi Minh City, always meeting local people – farmers, fishermen, craftspeople – along the way. This is a ...Read more >

This 14-day holiday in Vietnam is adventure travel off the beaten track, with an exciting mix of activities and highlights. The active elements of the tour including biking, kayaking and scuba diving, with an experienced professional guide where necessary, and you’ll also experience colourful ethnic culture, remote markets, boat cruises and incredible scenery, with the chance to get to know local people on a homestay in a stilt house. This tour begins in the North, visiting Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Sapa. From here, travel to Nha Trang to a small, secluded beach resort for excellent scuba diving and a relaxing beach holiday. Throughout the trip, there will be the chance to meet Vietnamese ...Read more >

This nine day Vietnam heritage tour focusses on the north and centre of the country, visiting important historical and cultural sites. You’ll begin by exploring Hanoi, spend a night on a traditional junk in Ha Long Bay, and then visit Hue, Hoi An and the My Son Sanctuary. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides help put everything into context in each location and wonderful food is guaranteed. You’ll also be able to meet and chat with local people in each city and village you visit, from artists in Hanoi to the owner of one of Hue’s ‘garden houses’, who will cook and serve some classic Hue cuisine for you. This is a suggested itinerary, and it can be tailored precisely to suit your ...Read more >

This Vietnam culture and beach holiday takes you to five different destinations, each with its own mix of attractions. It's an 11 day tour with the perfect balance of sightseeing and relaxing. Explore bustling Ho Chi Minh City, take a boat cruise on the Mekong Delta, see ancient pagodas and shop at local craft markets, visit the Cai Rang floating markets, and finally round off your adventure on the blissful island of Con Dao. This itinerary is only a suggestion, and can be completely tailor made – just let us know what you’re interested in seeing. You can enjoy this trip at any time of the year. May to September is low season, while October to April is peak season, with Christmas and New ...Read more >

You’ll relax in a luxury resort on an isolated peninsula to the north of Nha Trang Bay. From there, you’ll visit Hanoi, Vietnam’s stately capital city, and its hinterland, then head north by train to visit colourful hill-tribes around Sapa in the Northern Highlands. This tour is a once in a lifetime experience for couple who want luxury and exclusivity together with responsible tourism that cares about environment and cultural issues. The holiday includes visits to Vietnam’s capital city and the remote northern highlands followed by nearly a week of relaxation and indulgence. You’ll have complete freedom to modify the programme to suit your preferences and circumstances - be active as ...Read more >

This 14 day Vietnam hill tribe holiday takes you on a path less travelled, into remote regions of northern Vietnam to meet the numerous ethnic minority communities living there. Hike to fascinating, unspoiled villages, meeting the people who live here, many of whom wear brightly colours traditional dress, use distinct languages and live in unique buildings. We will travel to the Sapa region and remote Pu Luong region, south of Hanoi, both home to distinctive minority cultures and beautiful landscapes. As well as meeting local people, we’ll also work with them in their villages now and then, which is a really fun way to get to know them and understand their lives and cultures. This is a ...Read more >

This 12 day tailor made family holiday in Vietnam hops between four of the country’s most interesting locations, all in the south of the country. Spend time in Indochina’s largest metropolis, Ho Chi Minh City, explore the Mekong Delta and its unique lifestyle, travel to the Central Highlands and discover French built Dalat, and finally relax on the beautiful beaches of Nha Trang. Highlights include the famous Ben Thanh market in Ho Chi Minh City and Chinatown. Then enjoy the water based culture of the Mekong Delta, with its floating markets and tiny islands where fruit orchards thrive. Further inland and sitting on the edge of a series of plateaux, Dalat is Vietnam’s market garden, ...Read more >