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Abandoned US tank, Vietnam

Veterans tour of Vietnam

13 days from £3,870pp
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Tour highlights

  • Spend time sharing experiences of the Vietnam conflict with both US and Vietnamese war veterans.

  • In-depth exploration of the Demilitarized Zone, visiting iconic battle sites such as Khe Sanh military base and "Hamburger Hill".

  • Scramble through the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Inclusive of daily breakfast, seven lunches and two dinners.

  • International flights can also be arranged.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international and domestic flights
  • Flight offers available
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Hanoi. On arrival in Hanoi, drive by private transfer to your hotel. Meet veteran of the Vietnam War, Chuck Searcy, this afternoon. After returning to Vietnam in 1992, he is now Chairman of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. Usually after about two hours, you have time to ask questions and hear about his experiences.

    • Temple of Literature, Hanoi
      Temple of Literature, Hanoi
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
      Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
      Hanoi, Vietnam

  • Today, embark on a city tour with your driver and guide. Visit Ho Chi Minh's former home, the Temple of Literature (the first university in Hanoi) and perhaps the Fine Arts Museum which has a wonderful collection of art and sculpture. After lunch, you will be accompanied by Vietnam veteran Tam to visit sites relevant to the Vietnam War.

    • Dancing in the park, Hanoi
      Dancing in the park, Hanoi
    • West Lake, Hanoi
      West Lake, Hanoi
    • Temple of Literature
      Temple of Literature

  • Today, you will be picked up by your private driver and guide and transferred to Thanh Hoa City, three hours south of the capital. Visit Ham Rong Bridge, which was fiercely defended by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.

    Stay at Lam Kinh Hotel   
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
      Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Loaded cyclo, Hanoi
      Loaded cyclo, Hanoi
    • Vietnamese Street Food
      Vietnamese Street Food

  • Return to Hanoi early this morning in time for your lunchtime flight to Hue. You will be met and transferred to your hotel in the city on arrival. This afternoon, explore the Imperial Citadel with your guide and learn of its turbulent past and how it has withstood the test of time.

    • The Citadel in Hue
      The Citadel in Hue
    • Ancient Citadel, Hue, Vietnam
      Ancient Citadel, Hue, Vietnam
    • Temple in the Forbidden Purple City, Hue
      Temple in the Forbidden Purple City, Hue

  • Today travel inland to the mountainous district of A Luoi. Along the journey visit Binh Dien and Bastogne Military Bases and stop off at the Ashau Valley and "Hamburger Hill".

    Stay at Do Thanh Hotel   
    • Hue, Vietnam
      Hue, Vietnam
    • Gate to the Forbidden City, Hue
      Gate to the Forbidden City, Hue
    • Roof tiles at Minh Mang's tomb, Hue, Vietnam
      Roof tiles at Minh Mang's tomb, Hue, Vietnam

  • Continue into the DMZ, stopping at places of military significance, including the former American military base of Khe Sanh, The Rockpile, Camp Carol, Dakrong suspension bridge, Tacon airfields, and Lang Vei Special Force Camp.

    Stay at Saigon Dong Ha Hotel   
    • One of the entrances to the Vinh Moc tunnels
      One of the entrances to the Vinh Moc tunnels
    • Vinh Moc tunnels, Hue
      Vinh Moc tunnels, Hue

  • This morning, visit the Mine Action Visitor Center before travelling back to Hue, via the DMZ and the Vinh Moc Tunnels.

    • Hue, Vietnam
      Hue, Vietnam
    • Brightly coloured dragon, Hue Vietnam
      Brightly coloured dragon, Hue Vietnam
    • Scarlett Suite
      Scarlett Suite

  • This morning transfer via the picturesque Hai Van pass to Hoi An. En route, visit sites of military interest, including Camp Eagle, Lang Co beach, the grounds of the former US Consulate, and the Marble Mountains.

    • Hoi An, Vietnam
      Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Japanese bridge, Hoi An
      Japanese bridge, Hoi An
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
      Hoi An, Vietnam

  • This full-day tour takes you to the rural town of Quang Ngai, located in an area of Vietnam that saw some of the heaviest fighting. Near the town is a memorial to the people of My Lai village, over 500 of whom were massacred in what was one of the War's most gruesome events.

    • Hoi An, Vietnam
      Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
      Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
      Hoi An, Vietnam

  • After your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, you have the opportunity to gain insight into the secret maze of tunnels at Cu Chi used by the Viet Cong.

    • Ho Chi Minh City Hall
      Ho Chi Minh City Hall
    • Saigon, Vietnam
      Saigon, Vietnam
    • Street Scene, Saigon, Vietnam
      Street Scene, Saigon, Vietnam

  • Today, enjoy a city tour that includes many of the city's key sites and iconic locations connected with the Vietnam War.

    • China Town, Saigon, Vietnam
      China Town, Saigon, Vietnam
    • China Town, Saigon, Vietnam
      China Town, Saigon, Vietnam
    • Market in Saigon, Vietnam
      Market in Saigon, Vietnam

  • Spend the day exploring part of the Mekong Delta and its cottage industries by bicycle and private sampan boat.

    • Notre Dame, Saigon
      Notre Dame, Saigon
    • Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Saigon
      Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Saigon
    • Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Vietnam
      Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Vietnam

  • Today you will be picked up by your driver and guide and taken to the airport for your onward flight. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

    • Vespas in Saigon
      Vespas in Saigon
    • Woman cooking in an open kitchen in downtown Saigon
      Woman cooking in an open kitchen in downtown Saigon
    • Reunification Palace
      Reunification Palace

Accommodation options

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When to go

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Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Hanoi
 
Hue
 
Hoi An
 
Ho Chi Minh City
 

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