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Vietnam at a Glance

  • Duration
    12 days
  • Tour Type
    Group Tour
  • Tour Style
    Classic
  • Price From
    £2,940pp
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Have limited time but still want to experience Vietnam's top sights? With this tour you can tick off the highlights with visits to charming Hoi An, historical Hue, spectacular Halong Bay and much more.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 10 , Lunches: 9 , Dinners: 10
  • Flights
    International flights and current taxes
  • Accommodation
    10 nights in 4 star accommodation
  • Cruise
    Halong Bay Cruise
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 28
  • Physical Rating 1Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet
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Tour Highlights

Our Vietnam at a Glance tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.

Authentic Experiences

Our Vietnam at a Glance Tour has been thoughtfully designed and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.

Tour Itinerary

This tour is ideal for those with a short period of time who are looking for a comprehensive visit to the most famous and iconic cities and sights of Vietnam, from Saigon and the south to the glorious Halong Bay.

  • Days 1-2
    Fly overnight to Saigon
    Days 1-2 Fly overnight to Saigon

    Fly overnight to Saigon, Vietnam's largest and most evocative city. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

    • Dinner
  • Day 3
    Discover Saigon & Cu Chi
    Day 3 Discover Saigon & Cu Chi

    Spend the morning discovering the guerrilla warfare tactics of the Viet Cong at the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. Stop for lunch at an organic farm before returning to Saigon for an afternoon city tour. This exuberant city is driving Vietnam forward into the modern world, but it is also a treasure trove of fascinating heritage. See the colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace, and the chilling War Remnants Museum.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 4
    Mekong Delta
    Day 4 Mekong Delta

    Journey to Ben Tre to take a cruise on the Mekong. Paddle through the maze of palm-lined canals and get a glimpse of daily life on the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a lunch of typical Mekong dishes. Return to Saigon, stopping en route to explore the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda and its beautiful gardens.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5
    Historic Hoi An
    Day 5 Historic Hoi An

    Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. This afternoon, take a walking tour of this charming town – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully traditional place, whose streets are a delight to wander. Visit an old merchant's house, Quan Cong Temple, the elaborate Japanese Bridge and the bustling market. Stop en route to visit Reaching Out, a social enterprise craft workshop employing staff with disabilities.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6
    Tra Que Village
    Day 6 Tra Que Village

    Head out into the countryside to Tra Que, a small farming community that supplies many hotels and restaurants in the area with vegetables and herbs. Here you can enjoy the lush green countryside, stroll through the gardens to see the farmers at work and try your hand at their traditional techniques. This afternoon is at leisure to shop, explore, or perhaps head to the beach.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7
    Imperial Hue
    Day 7 Imperial Hue

    Leave Hoi An for Hue, taking a scenic route over the Hai Van Pass. The epitome of Vietnam's dynastic past, Hue is a dignified and scholarly city. Visit the imposing Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Once the stronghold of the Nguyen emperors, the citadel's atmosphere still retains the grandeur of its history. Continue to the old Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a cruise on the Perfume River.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8
    Royal Tombs & Fly to Hanoi
    Day 8 Royal Tombs & Fly to Hanoi

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Royal Tomb of Minh Mang, a complex of 40 monuments set in surroundings of gardens and pools. This afternoon, fly to Hanoi, Vietnam's charming capital.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 9
    Explore Hanoi
    DAY 9 Explore Hanoi

    Sightseeing today includes a wander through the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, learning about this major figure of Vietnamese history. See his Mauoleum and the Presidential Palace, along with the humble Stilt House he called home. Also visit One Pillar Pagoda and the Confucian Temple of Literature. End the day's explorations with a cyclo tour through the Old Quarter and enjoy a flavourful Vietnamese egg coffee.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 10
    Halong Bay Cruise
    Day 10 Halong Bay Cruise

    Board a traditional cruise ship on Halong Bay and cruise out into its tranquil scenery. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vision of awe-inspiring beauty, it's easy to see why it is one of Vietnam's most popular destinations. Enjoy excursions such as kayaking or exploring island caves before returning to the ship for dinner.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 11
    Return to Hanoi
    Day 11 Return to Hanoi

    Rise early this morning for a beautiful sunrise over the bay. Return to Hanoi after brunch on deck and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 12
    Fly Hanoi to UK
    Day 12 Fly Hanoi to UK

    Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.

    • Breakfast

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

  • Nights 3
    Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
    Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
    Muong Thanh Saigon Centre Hotel is situated in District 1. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, indoor swimming pool and free WiFi.
  • Nights 2
    Little Residence Boutique Hotel & Spa
    35 Dao Duy Tu Street Song Hoai Square, Hoi An 560000 Vietnam
    Little Residence Boutique Hotel & Spa
    Located in the heart of Hoi An, and situated a few moments away from the Japanese Covered Bridge, the 4-star Little Residence offers a charming stay. The decor is inspired by the beauty of the ancient town, effortlessly blending neoclassical architecture with sophisticated furnishings. Each room is well equipped with full modern amenities including a flat screen TV and air-conditioning, while hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and state-of-the-art gym.
  • Night 1
    Romance Hotel
    16 Nguyen Thai Hoc Str., Hue, Vietnam
    Romance Hotel
    The conveniently located 4-star Romance Hotel offers a clean and comfortable stay featuring an open-air pool boasting views over the city, along with a bar and restaurant. Each room has an airy feel with simple and neutral decor and room amenities include free WiFi, air-conditioning and a satellite TV.
  • Nights 3
    Thien Thai Hotel Hanoi
    45 P. Nguyen Truong To, Ba Dinh, Hanoi, Vietnam
    Set in a charming French colonial building, Thien Thai is a boutique hotel on a quiet side street near the Old Quarter. Its internal decor reflects its French heritage, re-designed with a contemporary aesthetic. The hotel offers a restaurant and bar, along with a relaxing wellness centre with sauna, gym and whirlpool bath.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Restaurant
    • Bar
  • Night 1
    Emeraude Classic Cruises
    No T7 Villa, Tuan Chau Marina, Tuan Chau, Halong, Quang Ninh, Vietnam
    Emeraude Classic Cruises
    A replica paddle steamer that oozes a nostalgic charm of bygone Indochina, the Emeraude brings a timeless elegance to the waters of Halong Bay. With classical brass fixtures and warm, characterful cabins, the ship serves up fusion cuisine in its restaurant, a range of drinks at the bar and offers relaxation on the sun deck. There is also a spa, Tai Chi and cooking classes and Wi-Fi. Whilst some cabins have a private balcony, all have air-conditioning and an en suite bathroom with shower.
    • Wi-Fi

The best time to visit Vietnam as a whole is the spring (March and April) and autumn (September to December).

City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 16°c
  • 27mm
  • Hanoi
  • 16°c
  • 19mm
  • Hoi An
  • 22°c
  • 92mm
  • Hue
  • 21°c
  • 145mm
  • Saigon
  • 26°c
  • 14mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 17°c
  • 31mm
  • Hanoi
  • 17°c
  • 26mm
  • Hoi An
  • 23°c
  • 32mm
  • Hue
  • 22°c
  • 45mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 4mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 20°c
  • 43mm
  • Hanoi
  • 20°c
  • 44mm
  • Hoi An
  • 24°c
  • 30mm
  • Hue
  • 24°c
  • 59mm
  • Saigon
  • 29°c
  • 10mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 24°c
  • 91mm
  • Hanoi
  • 24°c
  • 90mm
  • Hoi An
  • 26°c
  • 34mm
  • Hue
  • 27°c
  • 68mm
  • Saigon
  • 30°c
  • 50mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 168mm
  • Hanoi
  • 28°c
  • 188mm
  • Hoi An
  • 28°c
  • 56mm
  • Hue
  • 29°c
  • 122mm
  • Saigon
  • 30°c
  • 218mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 244mm
  • Hanoi
  • 29°c
  • 240mm
  • Hoi An
  • 29°c
  • 99mm
  • Hue
  • 30°c
  • 87mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 312mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 29°c
  • 267mm
  • Hanoi
  • 30°c
  • 288mm
  • Hoi An
  • 30°c
  • 90mm
  • Hue
  • 30°c
  • 66mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 294mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 312mm
  • Hanoi
  • 29°c
  • 318mm
  • Hoi An
  • 29°c
  • 104mm
  • Hue
  • 30°c
  • 194mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 270mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 206mm
  • Hanoi
  • 28°c
  • 265mm
  • Hoi An
  • 28°c
  • 297mm
  • Hue
  • 28°c
  • 509mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 327mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 25°c
  • 119mm
  • Hanoi
  • 25°c
  • 131mm
  • Hoi An
  • 26°c
  • 526mm
  • Hue
  • 26°c
  • 898mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 267mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 21°c
  • 55mm
  • Hanoi
  • 22°c
  • 43mm
  • Hoi An
  • 24°c
  • 363mm
  • Hue
  • 24°c
  • 682mm
  • Saigon
  • 27°c
  • 116mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 18°c
  • 24mm
  • Hanoi
  • 19°c
  • 23mm
  • Hoi An
  • 23°c
  • 206mm
  • Hue
  • 21°c
  • 350mm
  • Saigon
  • 26°c
  • 48mm
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Vietnam at a Glance map

Places Visited: Saigon (3N) - Hoi An (2N) - Hue (1N) - Hanoi (3N) - Halong Bay (1N)

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