Tours to Vietnam

Highlights of Vietnam

From the lively streets of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the floating markets of the Mekong Delta and verdant limestone islands of Halong Bay, our small group tours to Vietnam will connect you with your fellow travelers while you take in all of the must-see sights and a few hidden gems on the path less traveled. Here are just a few of the highlights of our adventure vacations to Vietnam.

Hanoi
Wander through the maze-like streets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter on our Inside Vietnam Tour. Visit the small shops, packed from floor to ceiling with a huge assortment of products, from printed silks and fans to intricate paper lanterns and handwoven bags. Head to the historic French Quarter to grab a bowl of Pho, a delicious slow-cooked soup with beef bone broth and rice noodles, and enjoy some traditional street-side entertainment with a water puppet show. For a more relaxed start to the day, escape the energy of the city with a relaxing walk around the tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake and watch the locals perform tai chi on its banks as the sun rises over the city.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Uncover the history of the modern and dynamic city of Ho Chi Minh City on a walking tour through Old Saigon’s back alleys on our Vietnam Explorer Tour. Famous for its tailors, fabric shops line the streets stocked with shimmering reels of silk in a multitude of vibrant hues. Head to Ben Thanh market for hawker-style food stalls, clothing shops and souvenirs, and snack on a plate of spicy wok-fried noodles. Take some time to pay respect to those lost in the Vietnam War with a visit to the War Remnants Museum, and experience the claustrophobic reality of war in the Cu Chi Tunnels – a vast network of passages used by Viet Cong soldiers to transport supplies to the front lines.

Mekong Delta
Journey into the Mekong Delta and explore the lush countryside between the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, in an area renowned for its natural beauty and vast rice fields. Join our Inside Vietnam Trip and cruise along twisting canals on a traditional sampan boat, as you journey past palm-lined banks and navigate through archways of lush mangroves. Pass locals transporting piles of coconuts along the busy waterways and barter for fresh, exotic fruits in the bobbing floating markets moored on the edge of the bustling creeks.

Halong Bay
Hundreds of limestone islands rise from the emerald green waters of Halong Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural attractions and one of the eight natural wonders of the world. 'Halong' translates to ’descending dragon’ and legend has it that the rugged landscape was the result of dragons sent by the gods to protect Vietnam from invaders and spat out gemstones that then became islands. Set sail on onboard a traditional junk boat on our Simply Vietnam Tour to cruise along the calm, glistening waters, and get up close to the towering tropical islands. Be mesmerized by the seemingly picture-perfect serenity of this unique landscape and dip into the soothing waters for a refreshing swim after a feast of fresh seafood onboard.

Solo travel

Our Vietnam vacations are great way for solo travelers to get out and explore the world too. At least half of the people on Explore’s tours are usually traveling alone, so small group tours are a great way to meet like-minded people and make new friends. Plus, with Explore, you can sit back and let us handle the logistics while you soak up the sun, immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy your vacation in Vietnam – free from the stress of planning.