Wendy Wu Vietnam Explorer

– Cruise on scenic Halong Bay
– Explore Hanoi by cyclo
– Discover the stunning Hue
– Wander charming Hoian
– Drift on the Mekong Delta
– Marvel at the A O show
– Personalise your tour experience

Days 1-2 Fly to Hanoi

Fly overnight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s colonially influenced, atmospheric capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. Enjoy a welcome dinner this evening.

Day 3 Discover Hanoi

Start the day exploring the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, visiting the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Stilt House and the Temple of Literature. Next, take a thrilling cyclo ride through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, with a stop for local delicacy ‘ca phe trung’ (egg coffee) en route. This evening, enjoy a performance of a traditional water puppets show.

Day 4 Cruise Halong Bay

Travel to Halong Bay. Board your vessel for a serene and unforgettable cruise on the glassy, limestone-studded waters. You’ll pass by quaint fishing towns, taste freshly caught seafood and admire the ever-changing vistas of the bay.

Day 5 Tai Chi

Rise early to catch the sunrise over the karst peaks of the bay and practice Tai Chi on deck. After brunch onboard, return to the dock and travel back to Hanoi. On arrival, enjoy free time or choose from two optional activities. 1) The Quintessence of Tonkin show followed by dinner, a spectacular open-air performance celebrating the rich history of northern Vietnam.

Day 6 Imperial Hue

Fly to Hue, Vietnam’s old imperial capital and a city considered the country’s hub of culture. This afternoon, visit Minh Mang Tomb, set on peaceful spot outside the city, before exploring the decaying grandeur of Hue’s Imperial Citadel. Admire the old Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a cruise along the picturesque Perfume River.

Day 7 Hue experiences

Today is a day at leisure for your own explorations, or you can choose between the following experiences. 1) Take a half day cycling tour of Hue and its beautiful rural surroundings, stopping for lunch with the nuns of a nearby pagoda, or 2) learn ‘truc chi’, creating art with bamboo paper, on a half day visit to a workshop.

Day 8 Travel to Hoi An

Journey by road to the charming town of Hoi An, crossing over the scenic Hai Van Pass. This afternoon, wander the old cobbled streets and soak up the delights of Hoi An, with visits to a pagoda, an old Chinese meeting house and the Reaching Out arts and crafts workshop.

Day 9 Hoi An Experiences

Today is a day at leisure for your own explorations, or you can choose between the following experiences. 1) A cooking class, with a visit to the produce market to select fresh, local ingredients, where you’ll learn the tricks and techniques of Vietnamese cuisine or 2) A full day farmer and fisherman experience, where you can try your hand at traditional farming techniques in the rural village of Tra Que, before learning to paddle round bamboo boats and cast fishing nets.

Day 10 Fly to Saigon

Fly to Saigon and spend the afternoon at leisure.

Day 11 Mekong Delta

Transfer to Ben Tre, in the heart of the Mekong Delta, where you’ll visit local cottage industries and taste the delicious produce of the region, before lunching on typically Mekong fare. This afternoon, take a boat trip through the palm-lined canals and waterways to visit small islands, a floating village and pagoda. Return to Saigon.

Day 12 Cu Chi Tunnels

This morning, discover the Cu Chi Tunnels, an amazing underground network used by the Viet Cong during the war. Return to Saigon and tour the city, visiting the Central Post Office as well as delving into Vietnam’s recent history at the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner and a performance of the A O Show, a music, dance and acrobatic spectacular at the Saigon Opera House.

Days 13-14 Fly Saigon to UK

This morning is at leisure for your own explorations, or you can take an optional cyclo tour around Saigon’s Chinatown. Later, transfer to the airport and fly to the UK, arriving home the following day.

Your accommodation is selected for convenience of location, comfort or character, and can range from a business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. In more remote areas, accommodation may be of a lower standard and may not have all western amenities.

– All international airfares
– All domestic transportation, departure taxes and current fuel surcharges
– 4* accommodation
– 11 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners

– Based on London Heathrow departures
– Flight upgrades available on request

Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.

Go Beyond

The Go Beyond tours are characterised by engaging cultural experiences, active adventures and getting off the beaten track. The aim is to include as much variety as possible so that no two days on your holiday will be alike. You’ll gain a deep understanding of your destination and experience more, whilst still getting to see all the major sights.

Most of our groups consist of 10 travellers or more and will be accompanied by a national escort. There will usually be no more than 18 travellers in each group although you may encounter other Wendy Wu tour groups while you are travelling.

This tour has a Level 1 fitness rating. This means that a reasonable level of fitness is required but it’s more about spending time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You’ll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps.