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Vietnam Panorama
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: VVP_AU
Overview
Destination:
Vietnam,
Duration:18 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
September 2026 - November 2027
This all-encompassing tour not only showcases Vietnam's highlights but fully absorbs you in the rich history and culture too. Spend more time interacting with locals and visiting lesser-known places alongside the usual highlights.
Tour highlights:
- Qui Nhon, Visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers of this coastal city
- Mekong Delta, Discover the lush area of the ‘Rice Basket of Vietnam’
- Cu Chi Tunnels, Infiltrate the mysterious tunnel system of the Viet Cong
- Halong Bay, Drift on the emerald waters amongst the picturesque peaks of Vietnam's most famous bay
Tour experiences:
- Nha Trang Bay Cruise, Cruise lazily through the crystal-clear waters of Nha Trang bay, passing amongst beachfringed islands, stopping off at small fishing villages and, if you feel like it, taking a dip in the balmy waters yourself.
- Quintessence of Tonkin, Take your seats for 'the Quintessence of Tonkin', an outdoor spectacular that perfectly showcases the rich culture and daily life of Vietnam’s northern river delta through talented performers, water puppetry, and lights.
- Hanoi Cyclo Tour, Explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter by cyclo, stopping off at a café to sample a traditionally-made, local speciality, egg coffee.
Places visited:
- Saigon (3N)
- Mekong Delta (1N)
- Dalat (2N)
- Nha Trang (1N)
- Qui Nhon (1N)
- Hoi An (2N)
- Hue (2N)
- Hanoi (3N)
- Halong Bay (1N)
Price notes:
- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately US$100pp (AU$154pp) is paid locally in Vietnam.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
- All Meals (refer to itinerary)
- Domestic transportation
- Touring with guides and entrance fees
- 3 – 4 star accommodation
- Visa fees for Australian passport holders
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1: Fly To Saigon
Fly to Saigon, Vietnam's largest and most evocative city. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 2: Visit The Cu Chi Tunnels
Contemplate the horrors of guerrilla warfare at the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels before returning to Saigon. Seamlessly blending past and present, Saigon is the city that is driving Vietnam towards a brighter future. See Notre Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Office, both legacies of a colonial past. Spend time at the Reunification Palace and the chilling War Remnants Museum.
Day 3: Cruise The Mekong Delta
Pop down to Ben Tre to take a cruise through the Mekong Delta. This area is known as the 'Rice Basket of Vietnam' – paddle through the maze of palm-lined canals and enjoy a typical Mekong lunch. Travel to Can Tho for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Explore Floating Markets
Visit the Cai Rang floating market to see the goods on sale and learn how vermicelli rice noodles are made. Return to Saigon.
Day 5: Travel To Dalat
Head up into the cooler climes and picturesque scenery of the highlands to the
colonial town of Dalat, stopping at a Bao Loc tea plantation en route. This afternoon is free to enjoy locally grown coffee and the picturesque views.
Day 6: The City Of Flowers
Visit the Domaine de Marie Church, the Flower Gardens and an embroidery workshop before boarding an open-air train to journey out through the fantastic scenery to Trai Mat village. End the day with a local coffee by Xuan Huong lake.
Day 7: Travel To Nha Trang
Today, take the winding road down from the highlands and along the coast to Nha Trang, Vietnam's beach capital. Take to the turquoise waters for a cruise around the bay's many islands with a stop off at one to enjoy a swim in the balmy waters.
Day 8: Visit The Cham Towers
Wander Dam market before visiting the Po Nagar Cham Towers and continue on to the city of Qui Nhon.
Day 9: Visit Son My
The Son My area saw one of the most horrific crimes of the Vietnam War – the My Lai massacre. Pay respects at the memorial placed in honour of these unarmed civilian victims and hear their story before continuing to Hoi An.
Day 10: Explore Hoi An On Foot
Take a morning walking tour of charming Hoi An – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully traditional town that has managed to retain the charms of a bygone era. Visit a historic family home, the Japanese Bridge, a Chinese temple and the market. This afternoon is at leisure.
Day 11: See The Royal Tomb
Take the scenic route to Hue over the Hai Van Pass. Once the seat of the Nguyen emperors, dignified and scholarly Hue is the epitome of Vietnam's dynastic past. Visit the Royal Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, a complex of
over 40 monuments surrounded by pools and gardens.
Day 12: Discover Hue's Imperial Citadel
Take a drive to the imposing Imperial Citadel to explore. Cruise along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda after visiting the charming An Hien garden house.
Day 13: Old Quarter Cyclo Tour
Take a short flight to Hanoi, Vietnam's charming capital. Visit the Fine Arts Museum before enjoying a cyclo tour of the atmospheric Old Quarter. End the day with a Hanoi speciality - egg coffee.
Day 14: Discover Hanoi
Explore the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, where you will pass the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visit the Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature.
Days 15-16: Cruise Halong Bay
Spend the day aboard your comfortable cruise boat sailing through the awe-inspiring beauty of Halong Bay. You'll even explore one of the bay's many caves. Spend a night on-board before returning to Hanoi the next day. On your last evening, attend the Quintessence of Tonkin show, a spectacular open-air performance celebrating the rich history of northern Vietnam.
Days 17-18: Hanoi To Australia
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Australia, arriving home the same or the following day.
Days 17-18: Hanoi To Australia
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Australia, arriving home the same or the following day.
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Operator
Wendy Wu
Wendy Wu Tours is Australia's leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Eurasia, the Middle East – and most recently, Australasia. Since Wendy sent her very first tour to China in 1994, we've grown from strength to strength and are proud of the multiple awards we've won throughout the years and the unique travel experiences we offer to an expanding range of destinations.
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