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12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city

12 days
From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 25
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City
  • Cruise the Mekong Delta and visit local workshops
  • Discover the ancient ruins of My Son Sanctuary
  • Enjoy a scenic boat trip on Halong Bay
  • Experience local life and culture in Sapa

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Ho Chi Minh arrival (Meal: No)
  2. Day 2 Mekong Delta Discovery My Tho - Ben Tre Full Day (Meal: B,L)
  3. Day 3 Ho Chi Minh city free and easy – Flight to Da Nang – Hoi An (Meal: B)
  4. Day 4 Hoi An free time (Meal:B)
  5. Day 5 Hoi An – My Son sanctuary 1 Day tour (Meal: B,L)
  6. Day 6 Hoi An free time – Overnight train to Hanoi (Meal: B)
  7. Day 7 Hanoi arrival - Train station pick-up - Hotel check-in (Meal: No)
  8. Day 8 Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on cruise (Meal: B,L,D)
  9. Day 9 Halong Bay – Hanoi (Meal: B,L)
  10. Day 10 Hanoi - Sapa – Ylinh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van village (Meals: B, L, D)
  11. Day 11 Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai village – Sapa – Hanoi (Meals: B, L)
  12. Day 12 Hanoi Departure (Meal: B)
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4.7
(81 reviews)

Number of tours

23

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

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Customer Reviews

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    4.5
  • Itinerary
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    4.6
  • Guide
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    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
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    4.4
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  • 12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city reviewer 1
    · July 25th, 2024
    Thank you for the most amazing tour of Vietnam. Everything ran smoothly and the communication with the Vietnam tour operator was impeccable, a big thank you to Manh at Vietnam tours who kept us updated with the itinerary and nothing was too much trouble, even when our luggage didn't arrive he liaised with the airport to find out when it would arrive. I would give this company 10 out of 10 for their customer service and value for money. I definitely would book with Tour Radar again, but Vietnam tours made it extra special and they truly wanted us to have a good holiday. We visited the most smazing places, Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Sapa, Mekong delta and Hoi An. We were able to personalise our tour with a few extra days in Hoi An. The local tour guides were very knowledgeable and we found out a kot about their lives and the history. Bery easy to arrange. What more csn I say.
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • BH
    · February 15th, 2024
    Minh at Vietnam Real Tours, our local tour company on our independent tour of Vietnam, was an excellent tour manager! He stayed in touch via Whatsapp ever since we enquired about our tour. He was adaptable to changes, even last minute. Our hotels were great, always in a perfect location, clean, service oriented, and included delicious breakfasts! Our overnight cruise on Halong Bay was 5 star! We've never been so impressed, and the food was outstanding, even for me who is gluten-free and vegetarian! Our taxi pickups to and from transportation hubs were always on time and courteous. Our day tours were wonderful. If we had a concern or wanted information, Manh was always on top of it! Thank you Manh! You made our trip to Vietnam hassle-free and spectacular!
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    Trip date: January 2024
  • EV
    · February 15th, 2023
    Such a fantastic tour. Many different experiences and sights Nothing was a problem for Manh
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    Vietnam Real Tour commented on this review
    Dear Elizabeth Thank you so much for letting us a chance to assist your holiday in Vietnam. We were so happy to see that you have enjoyed 12 Days holiday. I trust you have got a lot of lovely memories and experiences through Vietnam. We do hope to... Show more
    Trip date: February 2023
  • HS
    · February 8th, 2023
    This was an excellent tour that managed to fit alot in without feeling rushed. Manh, our tour organiser, made us feel very well looked after and was incredibly attentive, answering any questions we had at all hours! This tour was personalised to what we wanted to see and do and there was a perfect mix of tour days with other people, and free time to explore on our own. The price is well worth the experience and the excellent customer service - one would not receive this sort of attentiveness from larger tour companies. This tour really allows you to see the highlights of Vietnam without feeling like you're in a hurry and I would 100% recommend for anyone looking for a tour in Vietnam.
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    Vietnam Real Tour commented on this review
    Dear Harriet What a happiness while reading your lovely reviews. My team and I were much more confident to work harder and harder thanks to your kind words. It motivated us so much to do best to bring you and other our customers the best to see how... Show more
    Trip date: January 2023
  • ER
    · November 9th, 2022
    Tour guide is great. Hotel accomodatio. Not good my husband and myself were hospitalized for viral infection. Old be the area and the tour not to our liking. Not hood
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    Vietnam Real Tour commented on this review
    Dear Edith Thank you so much for your feedback on here. I am Manh at Vietnam Real Tour. I am so afraid that your husband and you were sick during your holilday in Vietnam. I were more afraid that we have talked to each other via WhatsApp before... Show more
    Trip date: October 2022
  • 12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city reviewer 6
    · December 28th, 2019
    Our experience on this tour was excellent in every way. Manh was especially responsive to emails and special requests. He even arranged for a surprise birthday cake on my daughter’s birthday. I highly recommend this 12 day tour to everyone!
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    Trip date: December 2019
  • 12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city reviewer 7
    · October 21st, 2019
    Communication with the tour operator was good. Flexible with our wishes. Fast response. All our trips, pick-ups and drop offs were smooth and easy. We enjoyed our trip very much.
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    Trip date: October 2019
  • 12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city reviewer 8
    · September 18th, 2019
    I am so humbled by the experience i got from this Vietnam tour. The tour agent was so well organised...pick ups were on time with good transportation. The itinerary was so great, with mind blowing highlights. I also loved the free days that gave me more freedom to do what i like. I would definitely recommend them and hope to use them again in the future. I hope the tour company explores the option of paring solo travelers in order to accommodate them in hotels as opposed to hostels.
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    Trip date: September 2019
  • 12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city reviewer 9
    · May 12th, 2019
    Although my friend and I asked him to make so many arrangements for us, he was so nice and always got things down right away. We first booked this 12-day south to north tour through TourRadar but we got to have him change our itenerary quite a bit. We found this type of tour was exactly what we needed. We got to make your own itenerary, travel ourselves, and meet other tourists on each tour while hotels, transportation, and day tours are all taken care of. I would definitely come back to Vietnam but I just wish Manh offers this tour in other countries too!!
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • LJ
    · April 8th, 2019
    Well organised and good communication.
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    Trip date: February 2019

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12 Days Impressive Vietnam From Ho Chi Minh city
From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

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    Asked on March 28th, 2025

    Is our tour guide available for contact anytime during the trip?

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    • Vietnam Real TourOperatorWritten March 2025

      Yes, the tour guide ensures to keep in touch with travelers at all times via WhatsApp throughout the trip for any assistance.

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      The tour operator guarantees that once booked, the tour will not be cancelled.

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      All dietary requests such as vegetarian or gluten-free needs are catered for throughout the tour.

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      Yes, tour arrangements include a driver who will pick you up from the airport upon your arrival.

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      If you feel tired during the trek, the tour arranges motorbike support to take you directly to the local homestay.

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      The tour is equipped to assist those with mobility concerns through various means like shortened trek paths or motorized transportation options.

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      You can apply for a visa via an E-visa link provided upon booking confirmation.

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      Yes, there is an extra charge for single room: surcharge 350 usd. You can see the total price for 1 person when you click on the date you want. The total price for single room option: 1179 usd

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      yes, every tour can change from the flight to the train. If you interest this 12 days tour, we can arrange the Overnight train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang, and the Overnight train from Da Nang to Hanoi. The price is the same.

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      Rooms with windows are available with an additional charge of $150 USD for 10 nights for two people.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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