The Great Vietnam Expedition: 26 Days of Culture & Nature

26 days

Very easy

Embark on an extraordinary 26-day journey across Vietnam, traveling from the vibrant south to the historic north. Discover the country’s rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse cuisine as you explore iconic cities, peaceful countryside, majesti

Experience Vietnam in its most complete form with this 26-day grand expedition from South to North. Beginning in Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll trace the nation’s vibrant pulse through bustling markets, war-era landmarks, and the lush waterways of the Mekong Delta. Continue your journey along the stunning coastline with stops in Mui Ne, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, and Hoi An—each offering its own distinctive charm, pristine beaches, and cultural treasures.

In Central Vietnam, explore the imperial city of Hue, visit ancient tombs and pagodas, and taste the region’s royal cuisine. Discover the dramatic landscapes of Phong Nha with its world-famous caves before heading north through historical cities and rural villages, where you’ll meet local communities and learn about traditional crafts and daily life.

The northern leg brings you to the spectacular mountains of Sapa or Ha Giang (optional), where terraced rice fields and ethnic minority cultures create unforgettable memories. Continue to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital of culture, and conclude your adventure with an unforgettable cruise through the emerald waters of Halong Bay.

With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, private transfers, and carefully curated activities, this 26-day journey showcases the very best of Vietnam’s heritage, cuisine, landscapes, and hospitality. Ideal for travelers who seek a deep, authentic, and comprehensive exploration of Vietnam from end to end.

What's included?
  • Bus fare
  • Food & drinks
  • Landing & facility fees
  • Entry or admission fee

- Meals as per program

- Accommodation private room

- 1 nights on Luxury Cruise Private cabin

- Transfer by air-conditioned shuttle bus (join share tour)as per program

- Private airport transfer with A/C as per program
- Mineral Water

- Entrance fees as per itinerary
- Experienced local English-speaking guide as per itinerary

- Travel Insurance

Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Goods & services tax

-   Visa Service:

-   GST, TCS and VAT tax

-   Peak season New Year surcharge
- All   flights (Domestic and International) and airport tax
- Meals not   mentioned in the program
- Beverage,   Personal expenses
- Travel   Insurance
- Tipping   for tour guide and driver, servers, porters...
- Wire fees   or bank transfer charges of all kinds
- Others   not mentioned or specified above

Please note
  • Passport required

Vietnam visa:
 ◼Visa Online is required to be done in advance. We provide E-visa services.   If you haven’t applied yet, you can contact us for further assistance.

Flights:
 ◼ Programs based on scheduled domestic flights. The schedule given in the   program can differ with or without prior notice from the airlines. If you   booked flights on your own, any change on the flights needs to be updated to   us before the trip. We are not responsible for any changes, cancellations, or   delays caused by airlines, but we will try to give the best solution   following your program.

Hotel/ Accommodation:
 ◼ The official hotel check-in is 2.00 pm or 3.00 pm - checkout time is 11.00   am or 12.00 pm. A surcharge for early check-in or late check-out will be   applied.
 ◼ For some 4-star hotels and almost 5-star hotels: A deposit for incidental   charges: guests’ credit card imprint OR cash is required upon check-in from   50 -200 USD/room/night and it is refunded after deducting any consumption at   checkout.

Food/Meals:
 If any meals are included in the tour, our arrangement:
 ◼ Breakfast in hotels (if we book for hotels)
 ◼ Lunches and Dinners on private tours are Vietnamese local food (local   veg and non-veg food are available). (Indian food for Indian travelers   but based on the availability of each place such as Halong Bay, Mekong,   mountainous areas, local villages... will be local food only).
 ◼ Lunches and Dinners on the SIC tour (Group tour) are local food only (local   veg and non-veg food are available).
Other types of foods such as : Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Korean, French,   Italian... and so on are excluded from our tour package. If you want to add   these types of food to your trip, kindly update the requirements from the   beginning of the travel request.

Tipping (exclude from   tour price):
 Tipping is a traveling culture, tipping for guides, drivers, and other   services is expected especially for private tours. Kindly prepare it in   advance in cash and give it directly to the guides and drivers.…

Transfer:
 ◼ Our price is based on the group arriving (or departing) at one time (one flight). In case, clients arrive (or depart) at   different flight times and need a different airport transfer, an extra   transfer will be charged so kindly update the flight time for us to add the   surcharge on the package.
 ◼ If dinners are requested to be included in the tour cost. Dinner time is in   2 hours from 07:00 – 09:00 pm including pick up/drop off from/to hotel.   Overtime (after 9.00 pm) will be surcharged.
 If lunches and dinners are not included in the program, no guide or vehicle   escort. The transfer (or guide) will be provided only for sightseeing and   activities as in the details itinerary. If you need a transfer for   lunch/dinner or more time for sightseeing or more visiting places or dinner,   please inform us in advance to include the cost from the beginning.
 ◼ Your understanding and punctuality are appreciated because our tour guides   and drivers also need to be refreshed and recharged to work well during these   next days.

Rates and Conditions
 ◼ The quotation does not imply or constitute availability and the prices are   subject to change based on the availability at the booking time. If the   proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the booking time, alternative   options will be advised and provided.
 ◼ Compulsory Gala Dinner will be applied on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.   Reservations during peak times (Christmas, New Year, Vietnamese Luna New   Year, and National Holidays) and some local/special events may be subject to   supplementary charges.

What to bring

    Comfortable walking shoes

    Sunscreen and hat

    Camera

    Modest clothing (for temples)