Discover Vietnam
Discover Vietnam on an immersive journey through culture, history, and the natural world—it’s more than just a section in a history book.
From the scents of lemongrass and cinnamon that cascade from Hô Chi Minh market stalls to the sweeping views of Ha Long Bay’s lush limestone cliffs, this Southeast Asian country will dazzle your senses and introduce you to a world unlike so many other places on Earth. You’ll also explore Dà Nang’s massive caves, paddle in bamboo-basket boats in Hôi An, and slurp on the country’s famous noodle soup in Hanoi.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Vietnam
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Day 2: Hanoi
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Hanoi
Start with a delicious bowl of Vietnam's famous Pho noodle soup
Tour the Hoa Lo Prison, known as the Hanoi Hilton
Immerse yourself in Hanoi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- the Opera House
- French Quarter
- Hanoi's Old Quarter
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Day 4: Hanoi • Ha Long
Take a guided tour of Hanoi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Wooden Stilt House
- One Pillar Pagoda
Share a meal and discussion with a veteran of the Vietnam War
Travel to Ha Long Bay
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Day 5: Ha Long • Da Nang • Hoi An
Embark a junk boat (a traditional Chinese-style sailing ship) for a day-cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay
Return to the Hanoi Airport
Fly to Da Nang
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Day 6: Hoi An
Discover local culture during a rural village excursion
- Discover life on Vietnam's waterways
- Learn traditional fishing techniques
- Ride in an authentic bamboo-basket boat
Explore historical Hoi An
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Japanese Covered Bridge
- Tamky House
- Chua Ong Pagoda
Visit the Pottery Museum
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Vietnamese cooking class
Dive into the delicious flavors of several famous Vietnamese dinner dishes. Together with an expert local chef you'll chop, grate, crush, slice, roll and cook ingredients into a delicious meal. The chef will introduce you to local ingredients, take you through the preparation, and explain the Hoi An style of cooking. Once prepared, sit down to dine and enjoy your dishes.
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Day 7: Hoi An • Hô Chi Minh City
Exploration time in Hoi An
Traditional Banh Mi sandwich lunch
Learn about Buddhism on a visit to Am Phu Caves
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
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Day 8: Hô Chi Minh City
Learn about guerrilla fighting tactics during a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels
Strike a bargain at lively Ben Thanh Market
Gain a new perspective at the War Remnants Museum
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Day 9: Hô Chi Minh City
Take a guided excursion to the Mekong Delta.
Visit local workshops
Boat cruise on the Ham Luong River
Zip through local villages on an exciting rickshaw tour
Dinner on lively Nguyen Hue Street
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Hô Chi Minh City • Mui Ne
Travel to Mui Ne, a popular beach town on the South China Sea
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 11: Mui Ne
Take an early morning beach walk. Observe local fisherman hauling catches ashore
Take a national park guided excursion
- Red Sand Dunes
- Ferry Stream
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 12: Mui Ne • Hô Chi Minh City
Return transfer to Ho Chi Minh
Visit Poshanu Cham Towers
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Performing arts show at the Saigon Opera House
Attend an evening show at the French colonial-era Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known as Saigon Opera House . The 60-minute production depicts the transformation of modern Vietnamese society. Using acrobats, contemporary dancers, jugglers and martial arts experts, the performance is accompanied by an ensemble of instruments, some of which are rare these days and played only by a handful of musicians. Essential viewing for anyone with an interest in performing arts.
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Vietnam
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Day 2: Hanoi
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Hanoi
Start with a delicious bowl of Vietnam's famous Pho noodle soup
Tour the Hoa Lo Prison, known as the Hanoi Hilton
Immerse yourself in Hanoi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- the Opera House
- French Quarter
- Hanoi's Old Quarter
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Day 4: Hanoi • Ha Long
Take a guided tour of Hanoi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Wooden Stilt House
- One Pillar Pagoda
Share a meal and discussion with a veteran of the Vietnam War
Travel to Ha Long Bay
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Day 5: Ha Long • Da Nang • Hoi An
Embark a junk boat (a traditional Chinese-style sailing ship) for a day-cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay
Return to the Hanoi Airport
Fly to Da Nang
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Day 6: Hoi An
Discover local culture during a rural village excursion
- Discover life on Vietnam's waterways
- Learn traditional fishing techniques
- Ride in an authentic bamboo-basket boat
Explore historical Hoi An
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Japanese Covered Bridge
- Tamky House
- Chua Ong Pagoda
Visit the Pottery Museum
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Vietnamese cooking class
Dive into the delicious flavors of several famous Vietnamese dinner dishes. Together with an expert local chef you'll chop, grate, crush, slice, roll and cook ingredients into a delicious meal. The chef will introduce you to local ingredients, take you through the preparation, and explain the Hoi An style of cooking. Once prepared, sit down to dine and enjoy your dishes.
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Day 7: Hoi An • Hô Chi Minh City
Exploration time in Hoi An
Traditional Banh Mi sandwich lunch
Learn about Buddhism on a visit to Am Phu Caves
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
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Day 8: Hô Chi Minh City
Learn about guerrilla fighting tactics during a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels
Strike a bargain at lively Ben Thanh Market
Gain a new perspective at the War Remnants Museum
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Day 9: Hô Chi Minh City
Take a guided excursion to the Mekong Delta.
Visit local workshops
Boat cruise on the Ham Luong River
Zip through local villages on an exciting rickshaw tour
Dinner on lively Nguyen Hue Street
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Hô Chi Minh City • Mui Ne
Travel to Mui Ne, a popular beach town on the South China Sea
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 11: Mui Ne
Take an early morning beach walk. Observe local fisherman hauling catches ashore
Take a national park guided excursion
- Red Sand Dunes
- Ferry Stream
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 12: Mui Ne • Hô Chi Minh City
Return transfer to Ho Chi Minh
Visit Poshanu Cham Towers
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Performing arts show at the Saigon Opera House
Attend an evening show at the French colonial-era Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known as Saigon Opera House . The 60-minute production depicts the transformation of modern Vietnamese society. Using acrobats, contemporary dancers, jugglers and martial arts experts, the performance is accompanied by an ensemble of instruments, some of which are rare these days and played only by a handful of musicians. Essential viewing for anyone with an interest in performing arts.
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Day 13: Depart for home
Too much bus time and too little cultural / religious history because of the emphasis on the American War. The tour guide was great. The hotel in Ha Long Bay was beautiful - except that the late night ...Connecting with VN
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Internal flights
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (11 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 2 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Walking tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter; discussion with a Vietnam War veteran: Hô Chi Minh Mausoleum; One Pillar Pagoda; Ha Long cruise; Marble Mountains; Am Phu Cave; Pottery Museum; fishing village visit; Cù Chi Tunnels; War Remnants Museum; night market visit; Mekong Delta workshops; canal boat ride
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Guaranteed lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.