Overview

Vietnam is a beautiful country in Southeast Asia with the endless magnificent landscape, friendly people and delicious cuisine. This 11-day tour will definitely show you the best of Vietnam from North to South Vietnam with the capital of Hanoi, the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay and the modern city of Ho Chi Minh. 

Highlights

  • Hanoi – our capital with rich history, culture and amazing cuisine, which considered as the kitchen of the world
  • Experience overnight cruise in Halong Bay to understand why it is considered “the should-not miss destination” in Vietnam
  • Study about an imperial & royal Hue where managed to hold onto its old world charm, despite the many ravages of war and time
  • Fall in love with Hoi An in the day time not only with incredible ancient buildings and bougainvillea but also in the night time with sparkling lanterns in the night time
  • Ho Chi Minh city – our largest city with many popular destinations with rich history, French colonial buildings 
  • Enjoy many fun activities in Mekong Delta which is considered the 'rice bowl' of Vietnam, is carpeted in a dizzying variety of greens
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Tour Code

Tour Code
VNZA-790

Duration

Duration
11 Days

Departure Dates

Departure Dates
Flexible

Accommodation

Accommodation
Up to 5-star

Transports

Transports
Private car , Shuttle bus, Airplane, Boat

Special Offers

Special Offers

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Upon your arrival in Hanoi, our guide and driver will meet and transfer you to the hotel to Check In. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city on your own. Endowed with a rich culture and history which are influenced by Chinese and French, Hanoi promise to be a very interesting destination to discover with beautiful colonial architectures and delectable cuisine. 

Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Then, you will be transferred to a very fascinating destination – the gem in the north of Vietnam – Halong Bay. After driving through the beautiful paddy fields and magnificent mountain ranges of the Red River Delta, we reach Ha Long Bay – the new wonder of the world recognized by UNESCO.

Embark on a Junk Boat for a cruise among hundreds of spectacular limestone karsts rising from the emerald water. After a sumptuous lunch with a great selection of fresh seafood on board, the tender will take you to visit a grotto of sublime stalactites and stalagmites. We also stop en route for a relaxing swim in the warm waters of Halong Bay. We spend this evening on board as the ship moor on the Bay.

Note: Our suggestion for this trip is that you only need to bring an overnight bag with you for the trip to Ha Long Bay. Because we will return to the hotel you stay in Hanoi after this trip so that you can leave your remaining luggage there.

Enjoy your morning in Ha Long Bay relaxing with a refreshing swim or simply contemplate the landscape. Lunch will be served on board and then we disembark from the ship to return to Hanoi. Arrive in the late afternoon.

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After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for the flight to Hue - the ancient Imperial City of Vietnam. Upon you arrival, our guide will pick you up and take you on an exploration of the magnificent Hue Citadel. But before that, we will check in at the hotel first. 

The complex is located on the northern bank of the Perfume River and consists of 3 walled enclosures: the Citadel, the Yellow Imperial City and the Purple City. The Forbidden Purple City – Tu Cam Thanh lies in the center of the complex where the King and his household live. With the rich history and the importance in Vietnamese culture, Hue Citadel has been recognized as the World Heritage Site.

Then, continue to visit Hue Royal Antiquities Museum which has preserved and displayed nearly 10,000 antiquities relating to the life during the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945).

Then we will take a boat to Thien Mu pagoda and enjoy the peace here. 

At the end of the day, head back to your hotel to relax.

Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

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In this morning, you check out hotel and transfer by bus to Hoian. The drive will take you through one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam – Lang Co beach with long white sandy beach.

Continue your trail through the scenic Hai Van Pass looking over the central coastline which offers you a unique chance to enjoy the amazing sceneries of Vietnam.

We will stop at Marble mountain - a cluster of five hills made from limestone and marble in Da Nang. It's also a well-known pilgrimage site with peaks, caves, tunnels, and temples all just waiting to be discovered.

Upon arrive in Hoian, you will check in the hotel, the room is at disposal from 14.00PM. The rest of the day is yours to explore the ancient town of Hoian or visit one of the many tailors to order a bespoke garment. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

We spend this day exploring the local life and the cuisine of Hoi An. The morning market is our first stop. Our guide will give you some advice on bargaining and the ingredients you need to prepare for the cooking class. 

Next, you can join in a real fun game of “bit mat dap nieu” or hop in a small basket boat to paddle along the creeks of Bay Mau Nipa Forest. 

Take a break and enjoy a nice cup of tea before your cooking class begins. A local chef will show you how to make some traditional Vietnamese foods which will then be served in your lunch. 

A relaxing cruise on Thu Bon river will end your tour today. You will be transferred back to the hotel at around 3pm.

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You are free today to do whatever you like in Hoi An, whether bathing on the stunning beach or do some shopping in the ancient town. All creates great memories in your journey.  

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This afternoon, you will be transferred to Da Nang for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Check in your hotel upon arrival. The evening is yours to explore some city’s highlights in which District 1 is a great idea. It also gathers many interesting shops, cafés, and restaurants.

Today, we make a stop at Cu Chi Tunnels – a complicated underground network of over 250km which is a crucial part in the Vietnam War. Started to build in 1948 to fight against the French, Cu Chi tunnel then continued to construct for the next 25 years until it becomes a massive subterranean city with all the necessary parts including living areas, kitchens, hospitals, weapon factories and so on. Thousands of people could live in these tunnels for years without getting on the ground. They were even got married and raised children here. During the American war, the tunnels were under heavy attacks. 

The tunnels are now open for tourists. This is a great chance to explore the life of Vietnamese people during the war. You can try to fire off the M16 and AK47 at the firing range with an additional cost.

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Our guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel, and drive 2,5 hours to Cai Be. We will stop along the way for refreshments and toilet. 

Upon arrival, we will visit a flea market before cruising along a vast network of canals and channels to enjoy wonderful views of the Mekong River. Stop by a house-boat at the floating market for having fresh fruits, and see how locals do their business on water.

In your visits to some local cottage industries you can see a coconut candy workshop, try some snake wine, learn how to make pop-rice, or witness the process of making rice paper. 

Cross to the other side of the Mekong River to a famous island named Tan Phong. Here we visit a tropical fruit garden, listen to Vietnamese traditional music, and slowly enjoy getting in touch with local life by taking a hand-rowing sampan.

Lunch will be served at a local house. Your host will show you a cooking demonstration and challenge yourself with cooking a traditional Vietnamese dish and enjoy your wonderful lunch afterwards. 

After that, we can choose to take a rest at the house or take a cycling tour about 30 minutes around the village, this will give you a fantastic way to experience local life. 

Get back to the house, say goodbye to your hosts and drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. We drop you at your hotel.

Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, enjoy your last hours at Ho Chi Minh City before you are transferred to the airport for your flight.

Useful Information

Inclusions

  • 11 day tour from the North to the South of Vietnam.
  • 10 nights' accommodation.
  • Delight your taste buds with Vietnamese cuisine with 14 meals included.
  • 2 x domestic flights: One from Hanoi to Hue and the other from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh city
  • All airport transfers
  • Shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi and Hue - Hoi an
  • English speaking guide (in each location you will have a different guide).
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees as stated in the itinerary.
  • Service charges and government VAT tax

Exclusions

  • International flight tickets – We would be happy to provide you with a quote for international flights. Flights from South Africa to Vietnam are approximately $700-$1100 per person return. The actual price varies depending on departure city, time of year and luck of the draw! Let’s contact us for more details.
  • Vietnam visa stamp fee: 30USD per person
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip...)
  • Travel insurance

Meals

  • Breakfast: 10
  • Lunch: 4
  • Brunch: 1
  • Dinner: 1

Transport

  • Private car 
  • Shuttle bus 
  • Airplane 
  • Boat 

Included Activities

  • Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi (2D1N on non-private cruise)
  • Hue Sightseeing
  • Hoian Eco Tour & Cooking Class
  • Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Mekong Delta Day Tour

Special Note:

Please kindly note that the excursions included in this tour are not compulsory to join. You, perhaps, don’t want to take it at some point. In this case, please let your operator know and note that we are not able to provide any refunds.

Cancellation by Customer

Should you need to cancel your holiday once it has been confirmed, the party leader must immediately advise us in writing sent to us via fax or email. The following cancellation charges will be applied:

  • More than 21 days prior to departure: The total of deposit paid to us (30% of the Tour value).
  • 7- 21 days  prior to departure: 50% on total value of the trip charged, due to hotel charges for no-shows and organizing fees.
  • Within 1-6 days  prior to departure: 100% on total charged.
  • No-Show: 100% on total charged.

Note: Insurance premiums and amendment charges are not refundable in the event of cancellation.  

Cancellation of domestic or international flights:

If the cancellation occurs after a deposit was paid to the Airlines, a cancellation fees, of 25 – 40 % of the airfare for the domestic flight and USD30 – 50/pax for the international flight, is required (according to the policy of the Airlines).

Unused services:

No refunds or exchanges can be made with respect to accommodation, meals, sightseeing tours, transport or any other services, included in the tour price, but not utilized by the tour members. 

Children Policy

For children, please note:

  • Children under 2 years old: Free of charge (maximum 2 adults with 1 child under 2 years old)
  • Children from 2 to 5 years old: 50% price of adults
  • Children from 5 to 11 years old: 75% price of adults
  • Children from 12 years old: as adult

Customer Reviews

Reviews from actual Seni travelers. We publish all reviews.

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Based on 92 reviews. See some of the reviews here.

Ursula and Keith Watson

Guest Country: Cape Town South Africa

Travel Dates: March 2023

Traveled To: Vietnam

Local specialist: Camila

We would like to give a BIG Thank You to Camila Bui, she went over and above to put together a trip for us, it was everything we expected and more from start to finish. We happy we had a second opportunity to visit and learn more about the history, culture and beauty Vietnam had to offer. Her approach in dealing with customers makes her a valuable asset to her Company. Keep up the excellent customer service. Ursula and Keith Watson Cape Town South Africa

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Robin P

Guest Country: Durbanville, South Africa

Travel Dates: April 2023

Traveled To: Vietnam

Local specialist: Camila

My friends and I planned a 2 week long trip to Vietnam from Cape Town South Africa. We had a rough idea on how long we wanted to stay at each destination but planning what tours to do seemed to be a little more challenging. That's where our travel agent Camila helped us tremendously. Not only did she make the visa process hassle free but also recommended tours that we thoroughly enjoyed. It was just one stress free vacation all made possible by Camila. Her services come highly recommended.

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Compass50558721818

Guest Country: South Africa

Travel Dates: November 2023

Traveled To: Vietnam

Local specialist: Camila

Camila was very helpful in finalizing our trip to Vietnam from South Africa.

Everything was done via WhatsApp and all the information was correct and we got to experience everything that was on the itinerary. The tour covered Hanoi, Hoi An, Ho Chi min City and From local flights and different tours, it all ran smoothly. The local tour guides were friendly and spoke English. The cultural and historical tours were all amazing.

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Sunil Shah

Guest Country: Cape Town, South Africa

Travel Dates: November 2023

Traveled To: Vietnam

Local specialist: Camila

This travel company was amazing in offering sensible advice, planning ALL logistics and being there for diversions and complications in real-time during my holiday in Vietnam. For 3 weeks, Camila from Seni World took care of every detail imaginable. Thank you for a fabulous holiday Camila - you were an absolute star !

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A Response from Seni World 30/08/2021

Not only is the first tour operator in Vietnam focusing only on travelers from South Africa but Vietnamtour.co.za also has been receiving a lot of positive reviews on TripAdvisor. Moreover, we also have a representative in South Africa  - Mrs. Katrine Putick. You can contact her to book and confirm your tour to Vietnam right in South Africa. 

Ms. KATRINE PUTTICK

  • Address: Bay Farm, Main Rd, Hout Bay Cape Province, Cape Town, South Africa
  • Phone: (+27 (83) 261 1693)
  • Email: kputtick@iafrica.com
A Response from Seni World 12/06/2017

Vietnam's weather differs greatly from region to region.  Depending on where and when you're going to visit, make sure you prepare for the weather before you go.

North: Best time to visit is during spring (from February and April) and autumn (from September to November). The temperatures are more moderate with lighter rainfall

Central: Best time to visit is between January and August when the weather is dry with no heavy rains

South: The best time to visit the region is during the dry season, between December and April when the city experiences warm weather without rain showers.

If you're planning to visit the whole country, it is possible to travel to any part of Vietnam during any season.

A Response from Seni World 06/12/2018

Depending on your place of choice and your interest, the duration could be varied. Normally, for first- time travelers, it will take you about 10- 14 days to discover the must-see attractions throughout Vietnam.

A Response from Seni World 22/12/2018

There are two available methods for passport holders from South Africa to choose to apply for a visa to Vietnam. You can either apply for your visa at the local embassy or obtain a visa on arrival with a visa letter.

You need to have a passport which is effective for at least 6 months beyond arrival date, 2 photos 4x6 and 2 blank pages on it for visa stamp (which costs 25$) and a visa letter. When you book tours with vietnamtour.co.za, we will offer a visa letter for free. 

A Response from Seni World 03/11/2018

Our price doesn't consist of international flight tickets. If you have any problem in finding international flight tickets, we could book them for you. 

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