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12 Days Essence of Vietnam & Laos Tour (private guide & driver）

12 days
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From Ho Chi Minh City to Luang Prabang
5.0
109 traveler reviews
12 Days Essence of Vietnam & Laos Tour (private guide & driver） - UME Travel Co. Ltd
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  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
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  • Partially Guided
  • Personalized
  • Christmas & New Year
Operator
UME Travel Co. Ltd
Group Tour
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Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
Age range 1 to 85

Places You’ll See

  • Ho Chi Minh City
    Ho Chi Minh City
  • Hanoi
    Hanoi
  • Halong Bay
    Halong Bay
  • Luang Prabang
    Luang Prabang
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Highlights

  • Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Cruise the Mekong and taste local fruits
  • Experience Hanoi's vibrant Old Quarter
  • Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese puppet show
  • Discover the spiritual Tam Ting Caves

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Vietnam！
  2. Day 2 Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour
  3. Day 3 Mekong Delta Discovery
  4. Day 4 Fly to Hanoi
  5. Day 5 Hanoi City Tour
  6. Day 6 Halong Bay Overnight Cruise After breakfast, you will take a private transfer
  7. Day 7 Morning Activities & Fly to Vientiane
  8. Day 8 Vientiane City Tour
  9. Day 9 High-speed Train to Luang Prabang
  10. Day 10 Alms Giving & Khouang Si Waterfalls
  11. Day 11 Pak Ou Cave Boat Trip & Luang Prabang Temples
  12. Day 12 Departure
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Optional

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Operated by

UME Travel Co. Ltd

5.0
(109 reviews)

Number of tours

361

Age Range

1 to 85 years old

Response time

10 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Jelena
    · May 5th, 2025
    Just finished the 21-day tour through Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Laos, and it was absolutely incredible! Everything was so well organized, and having a private guide and driver made all the difference—we felt relaxed and taken care of every step of the way. Each country offered something unique, from the street food in Hanoi to the temples of Angkor and the calm beauty of Luang Prabang. The guides were super knowledgeable and friendly, and the pace was perfect—not too rushed, but never boring. We got to see the real culture, not just the touristy stuff. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Southeast Asia!
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  • Tsvetelina
    · May 1st, 2025
    This trip was amazing—Amber did a fantastic job planning the itinerary and accommodations based on our requests! I'm really happy with this company, and if I get the chance, I’d definitely travel with them again. Highly recommend!
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  • TANESHA
    · April 27th, 2025
    We took the 13 Days Ultimate Cambodia and Vietnam trip, and every destination had its own private driver and guide. The itinerary, planned by Phoebe, was incredibly well-thought-out, perfectly blending local history, highlights, and cultural experiences. The UME team did an amazing job throughout the entire journey. The hotels were all in great locations, right in the heart of the cities, and the lunches featured local specialties. It was truly fantastic!
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Dates & Availability

12 days
12 Days Essence of Vietnam & Laos Tour (private guide & driver）
From Ho Chi Minh City to Luang Prabang

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 285390

  • Currencies
    ₭
    Kip
    Laos
    ₫
    Dong
    Vietnam
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

    Type G
    Vietnam
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Rabies - 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 July 6th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 6th, 2025, a minimum payment of $150 is required to confirm your booking with UME Travel Co. Ltd. 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 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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