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Rail line running through part of Hanoi

Vietnam tours
Rail line running through part of Hanoi

Vietnam was Audley’s first destination, and our passion for the country remains strong, with our specialists continuing to seek out the best accommodation, guides and excursions to ensure your trip creates life-long memories.

Our tour ideas include both the country's main cities and sights as well as less visited places such as central Vietnam, the idyllic islands of Phu Quoc or Con Dao, bustling markets, colorful hill tribes and incredible scenery. Use these travel suggestions as a starting point as you plan your tour and we can then tailor each one to your own interests and preferences.

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Our recommended tours in Vietnam

These itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Vietnam, and they showcase some of the routes that we’ve found work particularly well. Treat them simply as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely for you by one of our specialists based on your particular tastes and interests.

  • Japanese bridge, Hoi An

    Essential Vietnam tour

    Vietnam

    • Drift among stunning limestone karst scenery on a traditional junk in Lan Ha Bay (a quieter alternative to Halong).

    • Unearth Vietnam's modern and ancient history in imperial Hue.

    • Shop and relax in charming Hoi An.

    • Explore the French influence in the bustling cities of Hanoi and Saigon.

    11 days from $2,820pp

  • Morning vegetable market in Hoi An

    Unesco Discovery

    Vietnam

    • Journey through the beautiful Ninh Binh region with its dramatic limestone karsts.

    • Explore some of the world's largest caves at Phong Nha National Park and camp overnight inside.

    • Unearth Vietnam's modern and ancient history in imperial Hue.

    • Stray off the beaten track and visit one of Vietnam's forgotten minority tribes.

    • Explore the charming streets of Hoi An's UNESCO recognized Old Town or simply relax on one of the many nearby beaches.

    16 days from $4,785pp

  • Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon

    Veteran tour of Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • 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 Saigon.

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

    • International flights can also be arranged.

    13 days from $5,105pp

  • Halong Bay, Vietnam

    Luxury tour of Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • Stay in the most luxurious accommodation that Vietnam has to offer.

    • Explore the French influence in the bustling cities of Hanoi and Saigon.

    • Sample some of the country's renowned street food.

    • Visit the charming old port town of Hoi An.

    • Relax on the secluded island of Con Dao with its beautiful beach.

    • Take a scenic flight over Halong Bay before drifting among stunning limestone karst scenery on a traditional Vietnamese junk.

    14 days from $9,730pp

  • Mekong River Delta, Vietnam

    Vietnam's Mekong Delta

    Cambodia and Vietnam

    • Discover the hidden charm and culture of one of the few remaining Khmer communities in Vietnam.

    • Journey along the Mekong and Bassac River on board a traditionally styled sampan.

    • End the trip in Cambodia's capital city, Phnom Penh.

    • Spend a few days navigating the mesmerizing city of Saigon.

    • Explore the kingdom of coconuts, Ben Tre.

    • Enjoy two nights at a charming riverside lodge in Vinh Long province.

    10 days from $3,130pp

  • Ta Prohm Temple, Cambodia

    Exploring the Mekong & Angkor Wat

    Vietnam and Cambodia

    • Cruise through the lush Mekong Delta region and visit the floating markets.

    • Watch the sunrise stream through the giant creeper fig trees at Ta Prohm.

    • Soak up the atmosphere of Saigon.

    • Learn about Cambodia's modern and ancient history in Phnom Penh.

    12 days from $3,660pp

  • Hmong girl with water buffalo, Coc Ly market, Bac Ha

    Vietnam Adventure tour

    Vietnam

    • Take in the stunning Tonkinese Alps with light treks around the mountain town of Sapa.

    • Stay overnight in the world's third largest known cave, Hang En in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

    • Drive through Mu Cang Chai, one of the most beautiful road journeys in Asia.

    • Visit the Rhododendron Falls in Bach Ma National Park.

    • Spend time in the UNESCO protected towns of Hue and Hoi An.

    16 days from $4,355pp

  • Waterfall in Vietnam's Central Highlands

    Central Highlands of Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • Experience the well preserved shop houses and cobbled streets of Hoi An.

    • Travel along the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

    • Visit the traditional 'Rong' houses of Kon Tum.

    • Observe the faded colonial grandeur of Dalat.

    • Take in Saigon after dark on a unique Vespa tour.

    12 days from $4,430pp

  • Bai Sao Beach, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam

    Highlights of Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • Experience time in the capital Hanoi, and the vibrant city of Saigon.

    • Take a seaplane and explore the waters of Halong Bay by air.

    • Visit the UNESCO protected monuments of Hue and the preserved heritage of Hoi An.

    • Relax on the beaches of Phu Quoc.

    14 days from $5,225pp

  • RV Angkor Pandaw

    Cruising the Red River

    Vietnam and China

    • Begin your trip in Hong Kong where East meets West.

    • Embark on a river cruising adventure through lesser visited parts of Northern Vietnam.

    • Visit the hill tribes in the spectacular Mai Chau Valley.

    • Sail on the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay.

    • Explore the charming Vietnamese capital Hanoi where the organized chaos is perfectly contrasted by the serene temples and beautiful lakes.

    15 days from $5,305pp

  • West Lake, Hanoi

    Classic Vietnam tour

    Vietnam

    • Drift among stunning limestone karst scenery on a traditional junk on Halong Bay.

    • Unearth Vietnam's modern and ancient history in imperial Hue.

    • Shop and relax in charming Hoi An.

    • Witness typical Vietnamese scenes whilst cruising through the Mekong Delta.

    • Explore the French influence in the bustling cities of Hanoi and Saigon.

    • Explore the colorful hill-tribes of the Tonkinese Alps.

    17 days from $5,520pp

  • Fisherman, Hoi An

    Family Indochina: Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia tour

    Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos

    • Take in five of Indochina's UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

    • Spend time with elephants outside of Luang Prabang.

    • Try your hand at traditional farming in Hoi An.

    • Kayak and bike surrounded by Lan Ha Bay's majestic scenery.

    • Explore the majestic temples of Angkor with a scavenger hunt.

    14 days from $5,720pp

  • Kayaking, Halong Bay

    Family adventure to Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • Kayak through stunning limestone karst scenery at Halong Bay.

    • Take time out to enjoy rural life in Ky Son.

    • Try out a martial arts lesson in Hue.

    • Enjoy a fishing trip in Hoi An, before a barbecue lunch on board the boat.

    • Shop and relaxing on the beach at charming Hoi An.

    • Scramble through the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels near Saigon.

    16 days from $6,125pp

  • Vietnamese Street Food

    Culinary tour of Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine with a series of cooking classes, street food tours and market exploration.

    • Sample some delicious food at local haunts away from the usual tourist options.

    • Discover regional specialities ranging from earthy ethnic Thai cuisine to Hoi An's famed White Rose dumplings.

    11 days from $6,405pp

  • Hoi An

    Central Vietnam's culture & coast

    Vietnam

    • Explore the charming streets of Hoi An's UNESCO recognized Old Town.

    • Stray off the beaten track and visit a Co Tu village.

    • Visit Rhododendron Falls in Bach Ma National Park.

    • Unearth Vietnam's modern and ancient history in imperial Hue.

    • Relax on the idyllic beach of Lang Co.

    13 days from $6,430pp

  • Red Dzao woman, Thanh Kim Valley, Sapa, Vietnam

    A tribal journey through northern Vietnam & Laos

    Vietnam and Laos

    • Explore the frenetic Vietnamese capital and sample some of the country's best loved street food.

    • Journey through the rarely visited and strikingly beautiful Ha Giang region of Vietnam. Here you will explore the history and culture of the Dao and Hmong minority people.

    • Trek your way through Hoang Su Phi and Sapa as well as taking a cable car to the highest point in Indochina — Mount Fansipan.

    • Wander through the old battlefields of Dien Bien Phu and learn about Vietnam's greatest ever military victory.

    • In Laos you will take one of the most rewarding river journeys in the region followed by some time in remote Phongsali.

    • End with some luxury at Muang La Lodge and some time in UNESCO recognized Luang Prabang.

    18 days from $7,730pp

  • Monk, Angkor Wat

    Grand tour of Indochina: Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia

    Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand

    • Spend a night on a traditional junk cruising among the limestone scenery of Halong Bay.

    • Explore the fascinating towns of Hoi An and Hue.

    • Barter at the bustling markets in the Mekong Delta.

    • Explore the incredible Temples of Angkor.

    • Discover Buddhist culture in Luang Prabang.

    22 days from $19,215pp

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