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- Platinum Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Active
- Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 12 - 16
- Age range 15 to 99
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Beatiful and historic Ho Chi Minh City
- A motor bike ride to the Forbidden Purple City
- Picturesque fishing village of Lang Co
- Marvelous lakes and architecture in Hanoi
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 2 Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 3 Hoi An
- Day 4 Hoi An
- Day 5 Hue
- Day 6 Hue - Overnight Train
- Day 7 Hanoi
- Day 8 Halong Bay
- Day 9 Hanoi
- Day 10 Hanoi
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
1,483
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
10 hours
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- MMMarc· February 3rd, 2024The itinerary was well-chosen, and the guide was experienced and helpful. I had a general impression of the country, with its highlights . A positive experience overall.Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThank you for taking the time to post a review. Its great to know the itinerary was well chosen and that you enjoyed your time exploring Vietnam and its highlights. We hope you have some wonderful memories of you time there and that you will find... Show moreTrip date: January 2024
- WBWilliam· December 8th, 2023Overall it was an experience I’ll never forget! I highly recommend doing it and will be telling everyone they need to get on the intrepid wagon!Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi William, wow thank you for your kind words and loyalty! We're thrilled that you had a wonderful time in Vietnam on your trip. Vietnam is a magical place to travel, with its stunning scenery and warm-hearted people. The photos look amazing, thanks for... Show moreTrip date: November 2023
- Rosemary· August 21st, 2023Amazing loved joleen. Had a ballShow moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Rosemary, thanks so much for your review. We are so pleased to hear you had a ball with Joleen on your Vietnam Express Northbound trip! We hope you'll join us on another trip in the future.Trip date: October 2022
- Sarah· February 17th, 2023It was wonderful and enjoy our tour leader thang (sp)Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Sarah, thank you for taking the time to leave a great review for Vietnam Express Northbound. We will make sure your kind words are passed along to Thang's manager! We hope to welcome you back on to more trips soon.Trip date: January 2023
- PRPhilip· January 1st, 2020We had a fantastic time on the Intrepid Northbound Vietnam tour. We did the tour as a family: my wife, myself, our 19 yo daughter and 16 yo son. There were also 11 others on the tour and we had great fun. Our guide was terrific, and Vietnam was outstanding. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending the tour.Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks so much, Philip. What a great experience for your family with shared memories of Vietnam.Trip date: December 2019
- APAdam John· December 15th, 2019Enjoyed every moment of the tour and would recommend it to friends and family. Our tour guide Ashley was one of the main highlights of our trip. She made everyone welcome and at home in her homeland. My wife and I look forward to our next experience with Intrepid and tour radar who made this such a seamless and easy way to see another country. Thank youShow moreTrip date: November 2019
- KGKatie· December 7th, 2019I was disappointed at the lack of options for daily excursions and would have preferred a more detailed itinerary and information regarding the included excursions. Overall, the guide was very helpful in helping us plan our own excursions and trying to accommodate everyone on the tour. I would not recommend this tour if you don't like being on a bus for multiple hours each day.Show moreTrip date: November 2019
- APeter K· September 18th, 2019Ha and Yuth were great guides with knowledge and excellent skills to manage group trips. Also the choice of places is the essential of both countries. Also, Loch Sokneang, the local guide in Phnom Penh was very knowledgeable and managed the topic of the killing fields excellently.Show moreTrip date: December 2018
- ALaura J· September 18th, 2019Saw a huge amount of Vietnam in a short space of time that I probably couldn't do by myself Ha was an excellent tour guide--really welcoming and organisedShow moreTrip date: December 2018
- AGerard L· September 18th, 2019The trip exceeded my expectations, and with one or two exceptions, was excellent throughout. The Cambodian and Vietnamese guides, Yuth and Ha, were both very helpful with any issues or questions we had, knowledgable about the history of sights visited and finally, very friendly and easy to get on with, making for an informative and enjoyable trip. I thought there was a good balance between organised activities and free time. I also thought there was a good variety of activities.Show moreTrip date: December 2018
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- -15%From Tuesday10 Jun, 2025To Thursday19 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,080$1,768
- From Sunday15 Jun, 2025To Tuesday24 Jun, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,130
- -10%From Sunday22 Jun, 2025To Tuesday1 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,140$1,926
- Instant Confirmation-15%From Sunday29 Jun, 2025To Tuesday8 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,165$1,840
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday1 Jul, 2025To Thursday10 Jul, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,400
- Instant Confirmation-25%From Sunday6 Jul, 2025To Tuesday15 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,260$1,695
- Instant Confirmation-25%From Sunday13 Jul, 2025To Tuesday22 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,220$1,665
- Instant Confirmation-20%From Tuesday15 Jul, 2025To Thursday24 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,220$1,776
- Instant Confirmation-20%From Sunday20 Jul, 2025To Tuesday29 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,220$1,776
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Claire
Asked on January 8th, 2025Is the Vietnam Express Northbound tour available for booking on Jan 28th?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
Our 28JAN to 06FEB departure is available but 'On Request'. We need payment in full at booking to request your spot. The process can take 3-4 business days. Do not purchase non-refundable flights until we confirm.
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Claire
Traveler•Written January 2025I need confirmation that my Vietnam Express Northbound tour is confirmed. My Amex Card has been debited but I have no information.
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Nadia
Asked on December 22nd, 2024Are hotels included along the whole trip?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
Hotels are inclusive for the days on the trip. Please note accommodation is not included for the last day, you're free to depart after check-out.
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Paula
Asked on October 24th, 2024How much luggage can I bring on the trip?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
We recommend packing lightly, aiming to keep your main luggage under 15kg, to ensure ease of transport and storage, especially on overnight trains.
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Gretha
Asked on October 11th, 2024What does "Book with flexibility" mean?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
Book with flexibility allows you to change your travel dates or even choose a different trip without any change fees, providing you give notice at least 56 days before your scheduled departure.
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Grace
Asked on May 3rd, 2024How much additional is the single room supplement?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
A single supplement is available from $240 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
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Jesse
Asked on April 14th, 2024Is there a single supplement option available?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2024
A single supplement is available from €195 if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation.
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Olga
Asked on February 5th, 2024What are the group sizes for the Vietnam Express Northbound?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2024
The group size can vary from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 16 travelers.
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Mark
Asked on December 28th, 2023What modes of transport are used during the Vietnam Express Northbound tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
The transport modes include Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Plane, Private minibus, Private vehicle, Taxi, and Motorbike.
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Steve
Asked on December 21st, 2023Is it a group tour? If yes, is there an "own room" option available?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
Yes, it's a group tour. Group size Min 1 - Max 16. A single supplement is available from €195 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
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Steve
Traveler•Written December 2023Can you please provide a quote for a single supplement?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
A single supplement is available from €195 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Sleeper Train) and Day 8 (Overnight Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.
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Erin
Asked on December 5th, 2023How do I upgrade the Hotel stay?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
There's no hotel stay upgrade available on this trip. However, there is an option for a cabin upgrade on the overnight train from Hue to Hanoi.
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