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
Take a morning tour of Hanoi
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Silver Bamboo Lake
- Hoang Hoa Tham Street
Tour the Hoa Lo Prison, known as the Hanoi Hilton
Enjoy a delicious bowl of Vietnam's famous pho noodle soup
Take an afternoon tour of Hanoi
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Opera House
- French Quarter
- Old Quarter
Glide through the narrow streets and bustling alleys of Hanoi on a rickshaw ride
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Day 4: Hanoi • Ha Long
Take another tour of Hanoi
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Hô Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Hô Chi Minh's Stilt House
- One Pillar Pagoda
Share a meal and discussion with a US veteran of the Vietnam War
Travel to Ha Long
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Day 5: Ha Long • Dà Nang • Hôi An
Board a junk boat (a traditional Chinese-style sailing ship) for a day-cruise along Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Fly to Dà Nang
Travel to Hôi An
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Day 6: Hôi 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
Take a tour of Hôi An
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Japanese covered bridge
- Old House of Tan Ky
- Chua Ong Pagoda
Visit a 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 Hôi An style of cooking. Once prepared, sit down to dine and enjoy your dishes.
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Day 7: Hôi An • Hô Chi Minh City
Explore Hôi An on your own
Enjoy a traditional bánh mì sandwich lunch
Learn about Buddhism on a visit to Am Phu Cave
Fly to Hô Chi Minh City
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Day 8: Hô Chi Minh City
Learn about guerrilla fighting tactics during a tour of the Củ Chi Tunnels
Gain a new perspective at the War Remnants Museum
Strike a bargain at the lively Ben Thanh Market
Play a traditional Vietnamese game
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Day 9: Hô Chi Minh City
Journey into the Mekong Delta during a full-day excursion
- Explore the village of Cái Bè
- Take a river boat waterway cruise
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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
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 11: Mui Ne
Take an early morning beach walk and observe local fisherman hauling their catches ashore
Take an excursion to the Red Sand Dunes
Visit the Fairy Stream geological park
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 12: Mui Ne • Hô Chi Minh City
Return to Hô Chi Minh City
Visit the 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 Hô 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
Take a morning tour of Hanoi
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Silver Bamboo Lake
- Hoang Hoa Tham Street
Tour the Hoa Lo Prison, known as the Hanoi Hilton
Enjoy a delicious bowl of Vietnam's famous pho noodle soup
Take an afternoon tour of Hanoi
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Opera House
- French Quarter
- Old Quarter
Glide through the narrow streets and bustling alleys of Hanoi on a rickshaw ride
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Day 4: Hanoi • Ha Long
Take another tour of Hanoi
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Hô Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Hô Chi Minh's Stilt House
- One Pillar Pagoda
Share a meal and discussion with a US veteran of the Vietnam War
Travel to Ha Long
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Day 5: Ha Long • Dà Nang • Hôi An
Board a junk boat (a traditional Chinese-style sailing ship) for a day-cruise along Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Fly to Dà Nang
Travel to Hôi An
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Day 6: Hôi 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
Take a tour of Hôi An
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Japanese covered bridge
- Old House of Tan Ky
- Chua Ong Pagoda
Visit a 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 Hôi An style of cooking. Once prepared, sit down to dine and enjoy your dishes.
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Day 7: Hôi An • Hô Chi Minh City
Explore Hôi An on your own
Enjoy a traditional bánh mì sandwich lunch
Learn about Buddhism on a visit to Am Phu Cave
Fly to Hô Chi Minh City
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Day 8: Hô Chi Minh City
Learn about guerrilla fighting tactics during a tour of the Củ Chi Tunnels
Gain a new perspective at the War Remnants Museum
Strike a bargain at the lively Ben Thanh Market
Play a traditional Vietnamese game
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Day 9: Hô Chi Minh City
Journey into the Mekong Delta during a full-day excursion
- Explore the village of Cái Bè
- Take a river boat waterway cruise
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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
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 11: Mui Ne
Take an early morning beach walk and observe local fisherman hauling their catches ashore
Take an excursion to the Red Sand Dunes
Visit the Fairy Stream geological park
Relax and enjoy some free time on the beach
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Day 12: Mui Ne • Hô Chi Minh City
Return to Hô Chi Minh City
Visit the 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 Hô 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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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.
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.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.