Tours to Vietnam

Highlights of Vietnam

From the lively streets of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city to the floating markets of the Mekong Delta and verdant limestone islands of Halong Bay, our small group tours to Vietnam will allow you to connect with your fellow travellers while taking in all of the must-see sights and the paths less travelled. Here are just a few of the highlights of our adventure holidays to Vietnam.

Hanoi
Wander through the maze-like lanes of Hanoi’s Old Quarter on our Inside Vietnam Tour. Small shop fronts lead into treasure troves of eclectic wares, from exquisite silks and fans to intricate paper lanterns and handwoven bags. Head to the historic French Quarter to savour a steaming bowl of Pho, a delicious slow-cooked soup with beef bone broth and rice noodles, in a local eatery and be captivated by the traditional street-side entertainment of a water puppet show. For a more laid back start to the day, find serenity amidst the city’s bustle with a relaxing walk around the tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake and watch the locals perform tai chi on its banks as the sun rises over the city.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Uncover the history of the modern and dynamic Ho Chi Minh City on a walking tour through Old Saigon’s back alleys on our Vietnam Explorer Tour. Famed for its skilled tailors, Saigon’s fabric shops line the streets with windows vibrant with shimmering reels of silk in every colour of the rainbow. Head to Ben Thanh market for hawker-style food stalls, clothing shops and souvenirs, and snack on a plate of fiery wok-fried noodles. Reflect on the poignant history of the Vietnam War with a visit to the War Remnants Museum, and experience the claustrophobic reality of the Cu Chi Tunnels – a vast network of passages used by North Vietnamese soldiers to transport supplies to the front lines.

Mekong Delta
Journey into the fertile hinterlands of the Mekong Delta - this area is known for its natural beauty and abundance of rice fields and is situated between the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. Join our Inside Vietnam Trip to cruise along the labyrinth of palm-lined canals on a traditional sampan boat and navigate through archways of lush mangroves. Pass locals transporting piles of coconuts along the busy waterways and barter for fresh, exotic fruits in the bobbing floating markets moored on the edge of the bustling creeks.

Halong Bay
Hundreds of limestone islands rise from the emerald green waters of Halong Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural attractions and one of the eight natural wonders of the world. 'Halong' translates to 'descending dragon' and legend has it that the dramatic landscape of this celestial scenery was the result of dragons sent by the gods to protect Vietnam from invaders and spat out gemstones that then became islands. Set sail on onboard a traditional junk boat on our Simply Vietnam Tour to cruise along the calm, glistening waters, and get up close to the towering tropical islands. Be mesmerised by the seemingly picture-perfect serenity of this unique landscape and dip into the soothing waters for a refreshing swim after a feast of fresh seafood onboard.

Solo travel

Our Vietnam holidays are an extraordinary option for solo travellers too. Around half of the people on our Explore’s tours are usually travelling alone, so small group tours are a great way to meet like-minded people and make new friends. Plus, with Explore, you can relax and let us look after all of the logistics so you can explore Vietnam with ease and without any of the stress or hassle.free of stress and hassle.