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The Best of Vietnam in 12 Days

12 days
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From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
5.0
1 traveler review
  • Two people rowing a boat on a picturesque river through karst mountains.
  • Guards marching in front of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
  • Long boats anchored on a turquoise beach with dramatic rock formations.
  • Three people holding decorated paper lanterns at night.
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  • Vietnam's mix of culture, cuisine, history, and natural beauty made this tour one of the best travel experiences I've ever had.

    The Best of Vietnam in 12 Days reviewer 1
    Natalia, traveled in May
    5.0
  • Traditional Vietnamese dish with fresh ingredients.
  • Cyclists in front of traditional Vietnamese architecture.
  • People holding pineapples on a boat loaded with fruits.
  • Aerial view of a bustling cityscape at sunset.
  • People walking on the Golden Bridge held by giant hands in a mountainous landscape.
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 20
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

  • Ho Chi Minh City
    Ho Chi Minh City
  • Mekong Delta
    Mekong Delta
  • Hoi An
    Hoi An
  • Hue
    Hue
  • Hanoi
    Hanoi
  • Ninh Binh
    Ninh Binh
  • Halong Bay
    Halong Bay
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Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City
  • Cruise the Mekong Delta and visit local workshops
  • Discover Hanoi's rich history and culture
  • Journey through the scenic Halong Bay
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches of Da Nang

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City – Your Vietnam Adventure Begins Here!
  2. Day 2 Escape to the Verdant Mekong Delta – An Adventure Through Vietnam’s Rural Landscape (B, L) - Group Tour
  3. Day 3 Ho Chi Minh sightseeing full day tour (B, L) - Group tour
  4. Day 4 Ho Chi Minh - Fly to Da Nang - Flight included (B)
  5. Day 5 Discover Da Nang & Hoi An — Marble Mountains and Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle Basket Boat Experience - Group Tour (B, L)
  6. Day 6 Full-Day Hue Imperial City Tour with Complimentary Pickup from Da Nang – Group Tour (B, L)
  7. Day 7 Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour – Breathtaking Views & Cable Car Experience (B, L) - Group tour
  8. Day 8 Da Nang Fly to Hanoi — Flight Included (B)
  9. Day 9 Unveil the Ethereal Charm of Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An (B, L) - Group tour
  10. Day 10 Hanoi Luxury City Tour: An Exclusive 1-Day Experience (B, L) - Group Tour
  11. Day 11 Explore the Enchanting Ha Long Bay on a Day Trip from Hanoi - Group Tour (B, L)
  12. Day 12 Hanoi Departure - Farewell Vietnam – Until We Meet Again! (B)
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Where You'll Stay

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Number of tours

64

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

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Customer Reviews

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  • Itinerary
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  • Food
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    Up Travel Vietnam
    4.9
  • The Best of Vietnam in 12 Days reviewer 1
    · May 14th, 2025
    I recently went on a two-week tour of Vietnam,...
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    Up Travel Vietnam commented on this review
    Dear Mrs. Natalia, We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your 12-day journey through Vietnam was such an unforgettable experience! Your vivid descriptions—from the limestone cliffs of Ha Long Bay at sunset to the lantern-lit magic of Hoi An and the... Show more
    Trip date: April 2025

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  • Vaccines
    • 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.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before December 2nd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 2nd, 2025, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Up Travel Vietnam. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Up Travel Vietnam will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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