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The adventure kicks off with a warm welcome meeting at 6pm in the hotel (exact location given in your travel documents upon booking).

Your journey reaches its end on Day 10. No planned activities for the day, granting you the flexibility to depart your accommodation at your convenience, ensuring you comply with check-out time. If you wish to extend your time in Ho Chi Minh City, we're here to help! Contact us HERE for more info.

Yes! In fact, you can jump on this tour solo.

Solo travellers do not have to pay a single supplement as this is a group trip designed for shared accommodation. You will be paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with travellers of the same sex, which is a great way to get to know your group and enrich your travel experience! If you would prefer a little more privacy, a single supplement can be paid subject to availability for all nights excluding Day 2 and 3.

Absolutely!

Experience the captivating essence of Vietnam in just ten days on this tour of a lifetime!

Traverse charming villages, vibrant cities and scenic waterways along the east coast. Explore World Heritage-listed landscapes and towns, enjoy local delights like banh mi and condensed milk coffee, and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Expert local guides will lead you on an adventure that bursts with life, colour, and flavour, showcasing the best of this beautiful destination.

All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity).

Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent.

It is your own responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. Visa requirements for your trip will vary depending on where you are from and where you are going.

Yes, travel insurance is compulsory on this trip.

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

You can have a plate of food for a street vendor for AU$2-$5, however there are always more expensive options. From a mid-range, sit-down restaurant, expect to pay AU$5-$15- not including alcohol. 

What you need to bring will vary according to the trip style you have chosen, the countries you are visiting and when you are travelling. Generally speaking you should pack as lightly as possible. On the vast majority of our trips you are expected to carry your own luggage, although you won't be required to walk long distances with it (max 30 minutes). Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips.
 

Due to limited vehicle space and strictly enforced road laws regarding weight limits, your main piece of luggage must be soft-sided and weigh no more than 15kg/33lb. You can also bring a day pack/bag to carry water, camera, sunscreen, etc when you’re exploring during the day.

Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multishare basis. Please note there may be times where facilities will be shared rather than ensuite and rare occasions when you share a room with passengers travelling on different\ trips than your own. The accommodation is basic, clean and comfortable. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our usual accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances.

Most of the accommodation on this trip is in hotels (mostly 2 to 3-star). Facilities are often basic, with some properties not having a continuous supply of hot water on occasion. All rooms are either fan cooled or with air conditioning. Double beds are not widely available in South East Asia.

Some hotels in South East Asia have windowless rooms, or windows that don't necessarily have a view. This is often due to high population density in large cities, however local building standards also do not require rooms to have windows. 

Please note in some destinations the tour has been provided use of day rooms. These rooms are provided for
shared group use before or after overnight train journeys. We have some days where we arrive atvour destination before check in time and a day room is not included.

Hotel (7 nights),Overnight boat (1 night),Overnight sleeper train (1 night)