Venture Vietnam 10th – 21st August 2025

Price for one tour per person

£899.00

Tour Features

Length

12 days
Trip dates

10th – 21st August 2025
Flexible deposit

Pay a 15% deposit to secure your space, and a final balance 90 days before your trip start date.

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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Vietnam! From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the serene landscapes of Sapa, the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, the awe-inspiring caves of Phong Nha, and the enchanting charm of Hoi An, this 12-day group trip promises to be an epic journey. Join a group of fellow travelers, just like you, on this immersive tour that includes incredible activities, comfortable accommodations in some of Vietnams best hostels and seamless transportation between these 5 incredible destinations. We are dedicated to supporting local communities and businesses, ensuring you experience the authentic charm of Vietnam through local hosts, guides, and unique local experiences. But the true magic of this trip lies in the. friendships you’ll form along the way. Over these 12 days, you’ll bond with 18 new companions from various corners of the globe. What starts as a group of strangers will quickly transform into a tight-knit travel family! All we ask is that you embark on this adventure with an open heart, ready to embrace the rich culture, warm
hospitality, and incredible people you’ll meet along the way! This journey is not just about exploring Vietnam; it’s about creating lasting memories and lifelong friendships. Get ready to embark on this extraordinary adventure and discover the beauty of Vietnam with your new travel family!

What’s Included?

  • All 11 nights of accommodation in hostels, hotels and homestays, providing you with comfortable and welcoming places to unwind after your adventures.
  • Travel seamlessly with transportation between 5 destinations, ensuring you can effortlessly explore the highlights of Vietnam without any hassle.
  • Immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of Vietnam with a Vietnamese cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare authentic dishes using fresh, local ingredients and traditional techniques.
  • Enjoy a lively sunset boat party, where you can dance and socialise as the sky transforms into a canvas of vibrant colours, creating the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening on the water.
  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of rice terraces through trekking and a homestay, allowing you to connect with local communities and witness the stunning landscapes that define this region.
  • Embark on a luxurious 5-star overnight cruise in HaLong Bay, where you can relax in comfort while surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and emerald waters, experiencing the breathtaking scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Get up close to nature as you go kayaking around HaLong Bay, exploring hidden coves and caves, and enjoying the tranquillity of this stunning maritime landscape.
  • Visit a floating village, where you’ll witness the unique lifestyle of local fishermen and their families, living in harmony with the water and showcasing a fascinating way of life.
  • Take on the challenge of a waterfall trek, where you’ll hike through lush greenery to reach cascading waterfalls, offering the perfect spot to cool off and enjoy the beauty of nature.
  • Experience the thrill of spinning boats, adding an element of fun and excitement as you glide across the water, enjoying the stunning views all around you.

What’s Excluded?

  • International flights. You will want to book a flight that arrives into Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi and departs from Da Nang International Airport (DAD). Feel free to reach out to our lovely customer service team if you’d like any help finding flights!
  • Your personal travel insurance.
  • Some meals. Meals start as affordably as £1 per plate for some local dishes.
  • Optional activities. Our itinerary is pretty jam-packed with included activities, however should you choose to do more in your free time, this is at your own expense. 

Frequently Asked Questions

The currency in Vietnam is the Vietnamese Dong (VND). It’s advisable to carry cash for small purchases, as not all places accept credit cards, especially in rural areas.
Yes, credit cards are widely accepted in major cities and tourist areas, particularly in hotels, restaurants, and shops. Visa and MasterCard are the most common. Smaller vendors may prefer cash.
Yes, Vietnam is generally safe for tourists. However, it’s wise to exercise common sense, stay alert in crowded areas, and safeguard your belongings to avoid petty theft. If you would like any further information on this, you can always ask your Plotpackers guide!
Vietnamese cuisine is known for its fresh ingredients and bold flavours. Must-try dishes include Pho (noodle soup), Banh Mi (sandwich), and Goi Cuon (spring rolls). Street food is a highlight and generally safe if you choose busy stalls.
  • Dress modestly: Especially when visiting temples and pagodas.
  • Removing shoes: When entering homes and certain establishments.

If you would like any further information on this, you can always ask your Plotpackers guide!

The official language is Vietnamese. English is commonly spoken in tourist areas, but learning a few basic phrases in Vietnamese can enhance your experience and is appreciated by locals.
It’s not advisable to drink tap water in Vietnam. Stick to bottled water, and avoid ice in drinks unless you’re sure it’s made from purified water.
Essentials include lightweight clothing, swimwear, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, and a power adapter (Type C, D, or G). A light rain jacket is also recommended, especially in the rainy season.
Internet access is generally good in cities and tourist areas. Wi-Fi is available in most hostels/hotels, cafes, and restaurants, but connection quality may vary in rural areas.
Yes, most international mobile providers work in Vietnam. Consider purchasing a local SIM card or E-sim for better rates on calls and data. Wi-Fi is also available in many hotels and cafes.

Travel With Purpose

We know you’re here to travel the world, have once in a lifetime experiences, and meet lifelong friends, but we also think it’s important to know about the kind of company you’ll be supporting and travelling with.

We’re investing heavily into brand new, patented technologies that make the world a safer place for women through their smartphones and watches. This technology accurately detects, quietly alerts emergency services, and records a complete evidence pack in order to increase offender conviction rates in the event a user is attacked. You can read more about this (as well as how to get involved, if you’d like to!) here.

We believe that carbon neutral is the bare minimum. Beyond accurately calculating and offsetting our travel operations, we’re heavily involved in climate action. As a certified partner of the United Nations in Sustainable Tourism, we’re working to have the lowest emission tours on the market, we’re making our way into UK climate politics, and you can read more about our climate action programme and goals here.

We’re a small, female founded business with a powerhouse team. We care about fostering friendships for life, making the trips of a lifetime more affordable, working with the most incredible local communities all over the world to make this possible, having the best guides to ensure a safe, exciting experience, and putting purpose over profit. That’s why we spent pretty much all of our first year profits on making tangible progress on our purpose, as you’ve read above. We’re just getting started, and we’re hope you’re as excited as we are to join us on this journey! You can read more about us here.

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Your Plotpackers experiences, in your words.

Daniek Van Den berg – September 2024

I went on the vietnam group trip and our tour guide Bin was amazing, he knew all the good spots for food or shopping, if we needed any help with something he responded really quickly and he really cared about our safety and health. Bin was also really funny and spoke perfect English and knew all of the history of Vietnam. And also our hostess Florence was amazing, booked the Vietnam trip through her. She is just a very happy and loving person, she helped with everything and always had a big smile on her 24/7, and if it wasn’t for her i would’ve never knew about plotpackers. Overal an amazing experience! 10/10 would recommend and do it again!!

Jodie Ward – September 2024

I loved every moment of this group trip. I had never travelled outside of Europe before so going to Vietnam was very scary especially with no one I knew. But the whole group was amazing, our tour guide Bin made the experience so so easy and brought in a lot of fun as well, couldn’t have done it without him. I am very grateful for our group leader Flo too who looked after us amazingly. I would definitely choose a plotpackers trip again, it was very well organised and the itinerary was full of amazing experiences that I’ll remember forever.

Katherine Smith – September 2024

This trip was amazing! The activities that were included were fun and exciting! The accommodation and transport was extremely clean and comfortable considering being on a budget. Flo was a great host of the trip, she dealt with everything professionally! And Bin was absolutely amazing! He ensured we all had fun and would go out of his way to make sure we were all okay. Would 100% recommend this trip to anyone.

Niamh B – August 2024

This trip was amazing from start to finish! We had the best tour guide who booked us the best restaurants, very accommodating to us always checking if everyone was doing well or needed anything. He was a fountain of knowledge about his beautiful country and he made the trip so much fun! Our UK host was also wonderful, she kept the group in the best form and also knew a lot about the country and to help us navigate our daily adventures. She again made the trip so much fun. Plotpackers the itinerary was amazing, we got a lot of VIP perks, our own drivers and intermarry also included down time with was great! I feel I more than got my value for money on this trip and would highly recommend this trip to anyone!

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