2009 New Vietnam:18 day Vietnam Tour

2009 The New Vietnam - 18 days

 When you wake to a beautiful sunrise over a sleepy fishing village far off the beaten path, you will discover the real Vietnam.

You can discover the beauty of quiet Quy Nhon, the cultural melting pot of Hoi An, the Art Deco architecture in the Central Highlands and the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh (Saigon). Vietnam's capital city, Hanoi is the ideal destination to jump on a cyclo, and is within easy reach of Halong Bay for a leisurely cruise. By travelling overland you will experience the best of the roadside markets and get to know the locals on your way around this eclectic destination.

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Reunification Express, Hue, China Beach, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Dalat, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

Trip grading: MODERATE Suitable for travellers with an average to above-average level of fitness and mobility. Prepare for some long road journeys and an overnight train (flight option available).

What's included: 16 nights hotel accommodation and 1 overnight train (soft sleeper four-berth shared cabin) (note: flight option available), all road transport by air-conditioned vehicles, all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance fees), Western tour leader based on a minimum of seven travellers, local English-speaking guides throughout, arrival and departure transfers, breakfast daily and three lunches.

Tour Leader: Travel Indochina tour leader based on a minimum of 7 people.

Maximum group size: 15

Not Ready to go Home Yet?: Did you know that there are some great beaches just a short distance from Saigon? At the end of your journey consider taking a couple days of sand and sun in Mui Ne or Phu Quoc; ask us for more information.

Ask our Travellers: "As independent travellers we worried unnecessarily about joining a group; our small, varied group instead enhanced the experience, especially at rollickingly good shared meal, and there was space for independence as we chose. Go to Vietnam now, and go with Travel Indochina - no one compares!" J. Garchek - USA

Responsible Travel: Our Saigon office contributes to the Loretto Foundation, helping to support disadvantaged and disabled children through education. Ask your local guide how you, too, can give back.