Vietnam

From the magic of Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon), to the mystery of the Vietnam War relic, the underground Cu Chi Tunnel system, to the beautiful beaches of Mui Ne, Vietnam offers so much diversity.

Besides these cultural and natural sights, you can also enjoy kite boarding, windsurfing, kayaking and jet skiing. Or just lie back and soak up the glorious sunshine.


If you are considering visiting Vietnam for a few days or a few weeks, we have options to suit. Start planning your perfect trip with the accommodation and mini adventure ideas below. Or, check out our ideas for longer tours in Vietnam by clicking on the Big adventures link above.

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Vietnam accommodation guide

Cheap hotels & hostels in Vietnam

Absorb Vietnam's sights and smells and explore the roadside shops, high rises and sobering reminders of the war. Enjoy the delicious local dishes & take advantage of the beer that’ll cost you but a few pennies. Learn more >

Mini adventures in Vietnam

Experience Description Price from
Welcome Package
3 nights

A lovely intro to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • 3 nights 2* hotel (inc. b’fast)
  • City tour and Cu Chi Tunnels tour
  • Home cooking lessons
£199
 
 
Mekong Discovery
Full day
Escape the city for the lush fields and countless canals of the Mekong Delta. Cruise through the waterways, call into an island studded with tropical gardens, try local fruit and catch a
traditional music performance en route.
£23 

 

 

Temples & Tunnels
Full day
Visit the amazing Cao Dai temple and enjoy the noon ceremony before munching down a tasty lunch and heading to the Cu Chi Tunnels. You’ll learn about the amazing ingenuity of the people who used to live inside them as you crawl through the fascinating network of passages. £29

 

 

Cyclos & Markets
Full day
Enjoy the sensual delights of Ho Chi Minh City by cyclo. Whiz past Tao Dan Park en route to the War Remnants Museum, and then pedal past the Reunification Palace. Tour Notre Dame Cathedral before a final stop at Ben Thanh Market. £10

 

 

Cu Chi Tunnels
Half day
Spend half the day underground navigating your way through 200km of tunnel - visiting schools, kitchens and even sleeping quarters. This sub-soil labyrinth kept the Vietnamese alive during French air attacks in the Indochina conflict. £17

 

 

Ho Chi
Minh City Discovery
Full day
Experience authentic Ho Chi Minh City. Explore ancient pagodas and beautiful colonial
architecture, wander the lively streets of Chinatown, dive into noisy markets to strike
bargains with the locals and indulge on the city sights dotting downtown Saigon.
£20

 

 

Ho Chi Minh's Hanoi
Full day
“Uncle Ho” declared Vietnam’s independence in 1945. This adventure shows you his legacy as you dive into Hanoi’s vivid and turbulent history with visits to many amazing sites including the Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh complex and the Temple of Literature. £22  
Walking & Fishing Tour
Full day
Explore the rambling back alleys of Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter, learn about local street food, visit outdoor markets and sample some Vietnamese beer in a local ‘bia hoi’. Your guide will help you to navigate the exotic maze of streets as you gain a true understanding of this fascinating city. After you’ve checked out the city, you’ll head out to the suburbs for a brilliant afternoon of fishing with the locals. £21  
Mai Chau Short Trek
Full day
Travel from the hectic Hanoi streets to the mountains surrounding Mai Chau valley. Enjoy a lovely local lunch, before heading to the hills for a fab 3 hour trek. There’ll be plenty of chances to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery. £32  
Citadels & Karsts
Full day
Learn out about the Dinh Dynasty as you explore the ancient remains of temples and palaces in the province of Ninh Binh. After lunch you’ll board rowing boats for an amazing journey through the limestone karsts and caves of Halong Bay. £29  
Village Discovey
Full day
Head out to the scenic villages and pagodas that dot the Vietnamese countryside. Learn about the Lyn Dynasty, handicrafts, temples, ancient history and a floating puppet house! You also get to tuck into an authentic local lunch. £21   
Halong Bay
3 days

Get yourself out of Hanoi for a few days and experience the outrageous natural beauty of Cat Ba Island National Park in Halong Bay.

  • 2 nights in bamboo huts
  • Sailing on a traditional junk
  • Kayaking
  • 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
  • Return transfers from Hanoi
£310  
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