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Vietnam Budget Explorer in 9 Days

9 days
From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
5.0
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City
  • Cruise the Mekong Delta and visit local villages
  • Relax in the ancient charm of Hoi An
  • Discover the natural beauty of Halong Bay by cruise
  • Enjoy a scenic bike ride through Hoi An's countryside

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Vietnam – Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City (-/-/-)
  2. Day 2 Cruising the Mekong Delta: A Taste of River Life (B/L/-)
  3. Day 3 Flight to Central Vietnam – Arrival in Hoi An (B/-/-)
  4. Day 4 Farming, Cooking & Lantern-Making in Hoi An Countryside (B/L/-)
  5. Day 5 Free Day in Hoi An or Optional Ba Na Hills Tour (B/-/-)
  6. Day 6 Flight to Hanoi – Capital Welcomes You (B/-/-)
  7. Day 7 Halong Bay Overnight Cruise – Caves, Islands & Sunset Magic (B/L/D)
  8. Day 8 Kayaking in Halong Bay – Back to Hanoi – Street Food Adventure (B/L/D)
  9. Day 9 Farewell from Vietnam – Departure from Hanoi (B/-/-)
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Sondax Travel

5.0
(14 reviews)

Number of tours

25

Age Range

2 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Anna
    · August 22nd, 2025
    Food tour is always a must on our trip and we love it this time! I really appreciate how flexible the tour operator was to cater to my husband who is very picky about certain herbs and sauces. The tour was well organised with convenient transportation. We love a bit of walking around finding these treasures of food on the street. I can't get enough of the yummy banh mi I must say!! The tour guide also told us a lot about the history of these spots.
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  • Anna
    · August 22nd, 2025
    This coffee workshop was the highlight of our trip. We learnt to make delicious recipes with Vietnamese coffee and it was a big surprise for me how coffee goes well with other ingredients. The instructor was very friendly, knowledgable and explained everything clearly. Fun thing to do away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Highly recommended!
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  • Dieu
    · August 21st, 2025
    AMAZING workshop! This was one of the highlights of my Hanoi trip. Luka is honestly one of the best hosts I’ve met. Super friendly, full of energy, and he explained everything in a way that was fun and easy to follow. We made great coffee, laughed a lot, and the whole group had such good vibes. The wine tasting part at the end is such a fun twist that turned the class into a party. 10/10!!
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Dates & Availability

9 days
Vietnam Budget Explorer in 9 Days
From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

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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.
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