Classic Vietnam

15 Days Starting in Ho Chi Minh City and ending in Hanoi

Visiting: Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

TVKT

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 12

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-99 years

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $2934 $2054 Operator discount: -$880 -30%

NB: Prices correct on 02-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

From south to north, Vietnam is a kaleidoscope of welcoming locals, varied cuisine and diverse landscapes. Unlock the mysteries of the Viet Minh in Ho Chi Minh City, explore the beautiful lakes and boulevards of Hanoi, mingle with the locals while staying at a Mekong Delta guesthouse, float to sleep on a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay, and eat breakfast the local way in Hue. Experience historical temples, laze on the spectacular coastline, gorge on delicious banquets and explore lively cities – all with a touch of comfort – on this 15-day Classic Vietnam adventure.

Highlights

  • Friendly faces will make you feel right at home in this country, and experiences like staying in a locally run guesthouse in the Mekong Delta will give you a real taste for local life.

  • Discover the bustling centres of Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City – buzzing with personality these cities are a fascinating mix of ancient culture and glistening new-age cityscapes, and you’ll get the chance to visit all the most iconic spots.

  • You’ll take a culinary journey to discover the mouth-watering, achingly fresh delights of Vietnam. From slurping traditional Bun Bo Hue, to digging into a vegetarian feast at a local nunnery, to enjoying a home-cooked lunch with locals in Ninh Binh – your tastebuds won’t be the same again.

  • Be treated to an overnight stay on a traditional junk sailing boat in Halong Bay – wake up and feel like you’re still in a dream, surrounded by the incredible limestone karsts and turquoise waters of this magical place.

  • Visit a restaurant with a difference and enjoy a special lunch at KOTO restaurant – an Intrepid Foundation supported program that teaches disadvantaged youth hospitality skills.

  • Experience living like a local with a night in a locally run guesthouse in the Mekong Delta, with friendly hosts and delicious homecooked meals.

  • Discover the bustling centres of Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City – these diverse cities are a fascinating mix of ancient culture and new-age cityscapes, and you’ll get the chance to visit all the most iconic spots.

  • Feast on the mouth-watering, fresh delights of Vietnam. From slurping traditional bun bo Hue and digging into a vegetarian feast at a local nunnery, to enjoying a home-cooked lunch with locals in Ninh Binh – the food of Vietnam is definitely a highlight!

  • Spend a night on a traditional junk sailing boat in UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay, surrounded by limestone karsts and turquoise waters.

  • Visit Save Vietnam Wildlife, an Intrepid Foundation supported NGO focusing on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of Vietnam's endangered wildlife.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: dinner

Xin chao! Welcome to Vietnam. Your adventure begins in Ho Chi Minh City – a French-infused city with a frenetic atmosphere. If you arrive early, maybe head to Pham Ngu Lao Street to see the local open-air market or visit Vinh Nghiem Pagoda. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. After your meeting, make your way out for dinner as a group for the fresh flavours and rich sauces that make up the delicious Vietnamese cuisine.

Included Activities:
-Complimentary Arrival Transfer
-Ho Chi Minh City - Welcome Dinner

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

After breakfast this morning, you’ll head out of town to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, which make up part of a larger war museum outside Ho Chi Minh. This former Viet Cong stronghold provides an insight into the resourcefulness and tenacity of the Vietnamese people and offers a glimpse of what life was like during the war. Like an underground maze that stretches over 120 km, the tunnels are complete with trapdoors, living areas, kitchens, storage facilities, armoury, hospitals and command centres. Your trip through history doesn’t stop there, you’ll head back to Ho Chi Minh City to discover the War Remnants Museum where you’ll see old military equipment including an F5A fighter and a UH1-Huey helicopter. In the afternoon, you’ll be free to explore the city at your leisure. Perhaps gather some of your newfound travel buddies and explore Notre Dame, the Post Office or Reunification Palace.

Included Activities:
-Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
-Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum

Day 3: Mekong Delta

Location: Mekong Delta

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

This morning you’ll wave goodbye to Ho Chi Minh City for the night and travel south by private bus to Ben Tre. When you arrive, you’ll board a small traditional boat and explore the intricate waterways of the Mekong Delta. The delta is known as ‘the rice bowl of Vietnam’ for its abundance of rice paddies, fruit and flower orchards. During the boat trip, you’ll stop to sample some of the fresh tropical fruit and visit a selection of cottage industries in the area. Then, you’ll get your first taste of Vietnamese hospitality and tuck into a home-cooked Vietnamese-style lunch at a local family home. Then, around sunset, you’ll make your way to your guesthouse to spend the night with the locals and enjoy another wonderful meal featuring regional specialties.

Included Activities:
-Mekong Delta - Boat cruise with visits to local producers
-Mekong Delta - Home-cooked lunch

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Enjoy more of the Mekong Delta’s finest fruits over breakfast this morning and then hit the road back to Ho Chi Minh City where you’ll arrive in the late afternoon. Then, you’re free to explore at your own pace. Maybe go in search of the best food with some of your fellow travellers – your group leader will know where to go for meals of any budget. Then, you might like to check out one of the city’s vibrant rooftop bars.

Day 5: Hoi An

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

This morning, you’ll take a short flight to Danang, then you’ll make your way to your next stop in Hoi An. When you arrive, shake off your morning of travel and dig into a traditional Vietnamese lunch to welcome you to the city – try the mi quang or cao lau noodles that Central Vietnam is famed for. After lunch, your leader will take you on an orientation walk around the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town. The city was a major trading port with the west during the 16th and 17th-centuries, and has various architectural influences from Europe, China and Japan. Today, the city is being restored and looks much like it did over a century ago. You'll see Chinese temples, Japanese pagodas, French-inspired houses, wooden shops and old canals during your walk. After, you may like to wander Hoi An Market and the street stalls selling paintings, woodwork, ceramics, lanterns and much more.

Included Activities:
-Hoi An - Old Town walking tour

Day 6: Hoi An

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Enjoy a free day to explore Hoi An and all it has to offer. You could rent a bicycle and take a trip out to the nearby Cua Dai Beach. Or, maybe book into an Urban Adventure, like Hoi An Boat & Bike, which offers a guided tour of the area, including a countryside bike ride and a sunset cruise along the Thu Bon River. Vietnam is, of course, known for its delicious food, and Hoi An is no exception. To unlock the flavours of Hoi An's vibrant Old Town on the Hoi An Food Adventure.

Optional Activities:
-Hoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure
-Hoi An - Private Hoi An: Boat & Bike with Local Dinner Experience Urban Adventure

Day 7: Hoi An

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Today is another free day in this historic haven. If you can muster an early rise this morning, head to the local produce market to watch the animated shoppers haggling over fresh fish, spices and vegetables. Otherwise, if you’d like, your leader can help you arrange an optional Vietnamese cooking class, or a visit to the ruins of My Son – Vietnam's most important Cham site. Set in a verdant valley, surrounded by hills and overlooked by the massive Cat's Tooth Mountain, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed temples here reflect the cultural traditions of the Cham civilisation that flourished in this region between the 4th and 12th-century.

Optional Activities:
-Hoi An - Private Hoi An: My Son Discovery

Day 8: Hue

Location: Hue

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Continue your journey north today and drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass – an incredibly scenic and mountainous stretch of highway with views of Lang Co Beach. Make a stop at beautiful Lang Co to buy yourself some lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll arrive in Hue – Vietnam’s former Imperial capital. Here you’ll take a step into the past as you visit the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. As the name suggests, The Forbidden Purple City was once reserved only for the personal use of the emperor and his concubines. It was almost entirely destroyed by bomb blasts during the war and now serves as a reminder of centuries past – the crumbling palaces tell a fascinating story if you look carefully. After a little time to explore, the evening will be at your leisure to relax and simply enjoy this poetic place.

Included Activities:
-Hue - Imperial City entrance and guided visit

Day 9: Hue

Location: Hue

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

After a local breakfast of bun bo hue (spiced beef noodle soup) it’s time to really delve into the historical highlights of Hue. You’ll stop off at the Thien Mu Pagoda and get the chance to see an active Buddhist monastery dating back to 1601. Your adventures will work up an appetite, so you’ll be treated to a delicious vegetarian feast at a local nunnery for lunch. Make one final stop at the royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, with its lake, frangipani and pine trees. After a big day of exploring the sights, the evening is yours to enjoy as you wish. Be sure to ask your leader which of Hue’s favourites you should seek out for dinner – it’s not known as Vietnam’s culinary capital for nothing!

Included Activities:
-Hue - Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
-Hue - Thien Mu Pagoda
-Hue - Vegetarian lunch at a Buddhist nunnery

Day 10: Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

After breakfast today, you’ll take a flight from Hue to Vietnam’s charming capital of Hanoi. When you arrive, head out for a delicious lunch at KOTO restaurant – an Intrepid Foundation supported program that teaches disadvantaged youth hospitality skills. After lunch, take a half-day tour of Hanoi that captures the beauty and the history of the laidback, tree-lined capital. You’ll visit major sights including the Temple of Literature and One Pillar Pagoda. You’ll also pass by Hoan Kiem Lake and enter the ’36 Streets’ of the historic Old Quarter – a series of interwoven lanes and roads that historically sell a certain product in each street. Silk, bamboo, ceramics, kitchen products – and upwards of 32 more!

Included Activities:
-Hanoi - KOTO lunch
-Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda & HCM stilt house
-Hanoi - Temple of Literature

Day 11: Ninh Binh

Location: Ninh Binh

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

You’ll depart Hanoi for the UNESCO protected Ninh Binh this morning. A naturally beautiful area, often referred to as ‘Ha Long Bay on land’, with its winding river etched between towering limestone mountains. When you arrive, you’ll head straight for the lush Cuc Phuong National Park, to Save Vietnam’s Wildlife – a non-for-profit organisation focusing on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of wildlife. A veterinarian will guide you through the park, teaching you about their conservation project and how they protect endangered species like pangolins, monkeys, otters and leopard cats that are at risk. SVW is one of the newest Intrepid Foundation supported projects in Vietnam. Then, you’ll be welcomed into a local home for a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Meet the family who live here and enjoy dishes like grilled beef wrapped with guise leaves, spring rolls and fried fish with tomato sauce. Top off the day in this scenic spot with a visit to the Dinh and Le Temples, which were built in the 10th century and dedicated to two of the former emperors of Vietnam.

Included Activities:
-Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu
-Ninh Binh - Home Cooked Lunch
-Cuc Phuong National Park - Save Vietnam's Wildlife visit

Day 12: Ninh Binh

Location: Ninh Binh

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Wake up without an alarm today as you’ve got a free morning to explore. Maybe head to the Hang Mua Cave for sunrise, where you can take photos at the gorgeous lotus field and hike to the viewpoint, which offers a 360-degree view of Ninh Binh. Then, get ready for a fun, action-packed afternoon in the Thung Nham ecotourism zone, just outside of Ninh Binh. First, you’ll take a traditional rowboat to discover the largest natural bird garden in northern Vietnam. Float peacefully along the calm waters as you’re surrounded by towering mountains, lush greenery and, of course, a mass of beautiful birds. Then, you’ll explore the cave system that features But Cave and Tien Ca Cave. From here, your journey will take you to spiritual sights that include the thousand-year-old banyan tree, Gii Dai Temple and Linh Than Mieu. Unwind as you explore the Thung Nham flower paradise, nursery and vegetable garden.

Included Activities:
-Ninh Binh - Thung Nham Ecotourism Zone

Optional Activities:
-Ninh Binh - Visit to Mua Cave

Day 13: Halong Bay

Location: Halong Bay

Accommodation: Overnight boat

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

Travel by private minibus to the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay. This is one of Vietnam’s most beautiful places – a bay of emerald waters dotted with sandstone islands and caves. Here, you’ll go on a cruise to explore Surprise Cave and the surrounding rock formations, and in the warmer months, you can go kayaking or opt for a swim at Ti Top Island. You’ll spend the night on a traditional cruising boat, under the moon and stars of a clear night sky. The sailing junk (traditional sailing boat) has twin-share cabins with air-conditioning and private facilities. There's also a dining room and bar where you’ll have all your meals, including a fresh seafood lunch and dinner. For sunset, maybe grab a drink at the bar and head out on the deck with your travel buddies for a gorgeous night!

Included Activities:
-Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise

Optional Activities:
-Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour

Day 14: Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

If you’re an early riser, maybe set an alarm this morning and soak up the scenery of Ha Long Bay from your floating accommodation at sunrise. Take in the turquoise waters one last time before hitting the road for Hanoi. Along the way, you’ll stop at Dong Trieu Factory to watch locals creating ceramic art pieces. When you arrive in Hanoi, you’ll head out for a traditional water-puppet performance hosted by a local family, who are experts in this art form. Tonight, gather as a group and tuck into dinner together, maybe trying the traditional cha ca la vong (a fish dish filled with fresh herbs and noodles). Enjoy this evening with your group as you reminisce on the highlights of your Vietnam adventure.

Included Activities:
-Hanoi - Old Quarter Tour
-Hanoi - Local water puppet performance

Optional Activities:
-Hanoi - Fine Arts Museum
-Hanoi - Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison
-Hanoi - Museum of Ethnology

Day 15: Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Meals Included: breaksfast

With no activities planned for today, your adventure comes to an end after breakfast. If you would like to spend some more time in Hanoi, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.

Optional Activities:
-Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Guesthouse (1 night), Hotel (12 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)

  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer

  • Ho Chi Minh City - Welcome Dinner

  • Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels

  • Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum

  • Mekong Delta - Boat cruise with visits to local producers

  • Mekong Delta - Home-cooked lunch

  • Hoi An - Old Town walking tour

  • Hue - Imperial City entrance and guided visit

  • Hue - Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc

  • Hue - Thien Mu Pagoda

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

Included Activities

  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
  • Hanoi - Welcome dinner
  • Mekong Delta - Boat cruise with visits to local producers
  • Mekong Delta - Local Dinner
  • Mekong Delta - Lunch
  • Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
  • Ho Chi Minh City - City tour
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Phan Rang - Vinh Hy Bay snorkelling
  • Phan Rang - Hang Rai fossilised coral reefs
  • Phan Rang - Bau Nai fish market & salt fields
  • Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
  • Hoi An - Old Town Lunch
  • Hue - Imperial City Full Day Tour Urban Adventure
  • Hue - Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
  • Hue - Thien Mu Pagoda
  • Hue - Perfume River cruise & Thien Mu Pagoda
  • Hue - Lunch at Nunnery
  • Hanoi - Temple of Literature
  • Hanoi - Old Quarter Tour
  • Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda & HCM stilt house
  • Hanoi - Local water puppet performance
  • Hanoi - KOTO lunch
  • Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
  • Halong Bay - Lunch on Boat
  • Halong Bay - Diner on Boat

Transport

  • VIETNAM FLIGHTS:
  • Please provide your exact name (including middle name) as per passport 45 days prior to your trip's departure date for flight tickets to be issued. Internal flights will be on the following safety audited airlines: Pacific Airlines, Vietjet or Vietnam Airlines.
  • UNACCOMPANIED FLIGHTS:
  • During peak travel times your group may be required to travel on different flights at different times of the day, and you may be unaccompanied on the internal flight. In this case you will be assisted by additional tour escorts on departure and arrival.

Accommodation

  • The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
  • Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.

Important Information

  • 1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 3 (Guesthouse) and Day 13 (Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
  • 2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
  • 3. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train and flight tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
  • 4. This trip includes domestic flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.

Mode of Transport

  • VIETNAM FLIGHTS:
  • Please provide your exact name (including middle name) as per passport 45 days prior to your trip's departure date for flight tickets to be issued. Internal flights will be on the following safety audited airlines: Pacific Airlines, Vietjet or Vietnam Airlines.
  • UNACCOMPANIED FLIGHTS:
  • During peak travel times your group may be required to travel on different flights at different times of the day, and you may be unaccompanied on the internal flight. In this case you will be assisted by additional tour escorts on departure and arrival.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    While the pace is generally easy, there is some walking involved on this trip, with walking tours in the downtown areas of each city, as well as a walk in the caves at Ha Long Bay.

    At the guesthouse in the Mekong Delta, we stay in more basic accommodation than other destinations on the trip. Amenities are shared and may have cold water only.

    Lunar New Year is an annual festival that runs for several days. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to see the country, however you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and for transport to be packed as many locals are travelling around the country. Please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You’ll find dates and further information in the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information.

    Depending on where you come from, the weather in Vietnam might be hotter and more humid than what you are used to. We recommend checking online for what the typical temperatures will be at the time of the year you are looking to travel to see what to expect - this page might be useful: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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$2895

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Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 27, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Feb 15, 2025 - Mar 01, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Feb 17, 2025 - Mar 03, 2025
$2950

Thursday - Thursday

Feb 20, 2025 - Mar 06, 2025
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Feb 22, 2025 - Mar 08, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Feb 24, 2025 - Mar 10, 2025
$2925

Tuesday - Tuesday

Feb 25, 2025 - Mar 11, 2025
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Feb 27, 2025 - Mar 13, 2025
$2950

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 01, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025
$3155

Monday - Monday

Mar 03, 2025 - Mar 17, 2025
$3125

Tuesday - Tuesday

Mar 04, 2025 - Mar 18, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 06, 2025 - Mar 20, 2025
$3065

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 08, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025
$3125

Monday - Monday

Mar 10, 2025 - Mar 24, 2025
$3065

Tuesday - Tuesday

Mar 11, 2025 - Mar 25, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 13, 2025 - Mar 27, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 15, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Mar 17, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 20, 2025 - Apr 03, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 22, 2025 - Apr 05, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Mar 24, 2025 - Apr 07, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 27, 2025 - Apr 10, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 29, 2025 - Apr 12, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Mar 31, 2025 - Apr 14, 2025
$3005

Tuesday - Tuesday

Apr 01, 2025 - Apr 15, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 03, 2025 - Apr 17, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 05, 2025 - Apr 19, 2025
$3035

Tuesday - Tuesday

Apr 08, 2025 - Apr 22, 2025
$3005 $2855

Operator discount: -$150

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 10, 2025 - Apr 24, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 12, 2025 - Apr 26, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Apr 14, 2025 - Apr 28, 2025
$3095

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 17, 2025 - May 01, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 19, 2025 - May 03, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Apr 21, 2025 - May 05, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 24, 2025 - May 08, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 26, 2025 - May 10, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Apr 28, 2025 - May 12, 2025
$2895

Tuesday - Tuesday

Apr 29, 2025 - May 13, 2025
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

May 01, 2025 - May 15, 2025
$2785

Monday - Monday

May 05, 2025 - May 19, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

May 10, 2025 - May 24, 2025
$2785

Monday - Monday

May 12, 2025 - May 26, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

May 17, 2025 - May 31, 2025
$2785

Monday - Monday

May 19, 2025 - Jun 02, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

May 24, 2025 - Jun 07, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

May 31, 2025 - Jun 14, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 07, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 21, 2025 - Jul 05, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 28, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 05, 2025 - Jul 19, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 19, 2025 - Aug 02, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 26, 2025 - Aug 09, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 02, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 09, 2025 - Aug 23, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 16, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 23, 2025 - Sep 06, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 30, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025
$2785

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 11, 2025 - Sep 25, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 13, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025
$2785

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 18, 2025 - Oct 02, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 20, 2025 - Oct 04, 2025
$2785

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 25, 2025 - Oct 09, 2025
$2785

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 11, 2025
$2785

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 02, 2025 - Oct 16, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 04, 2025 - Oct 18, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Oct 06, 2025 - Oct 20, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 11, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Oct 13, 2025 - Oct 27, 2025
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 16, 2025 - Oct 30, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 18, 2025 - Nov 01, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Oct 20, 2025 - Nov 03, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 25, 2025 - Nov 08, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Oct 27, 2025 - Nov 10, 2025
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 30, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 01, 2025 - Nov 15, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Nov 03, 2025 - Nov 17, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Nov 06, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 08, 2025 - Nov 22, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Nov 10, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Nov 17, 2025 - Dec 01, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Nov 20, 2025 - Dec 04, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 22, 2025 - Dec 06, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Nov 24, 2025 - Dec 08, 2025
$3005

Thursday - Thursday

Nov 27, 2025 - Dec 11, 2025
$3005

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 29, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
$3005

Monday - Monday

Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 06, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Dec 08, 2025 - Dec 22, 2025
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 11, 2025 - Dec 25, 2025
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 27, 2025
$2895

Monday - Monday

Dec 15, 2025 - Dec 29, 2025
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 18, 2025 - Jan 01, 2026
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 20, 2025 - Jan 03, 2026
$2895

Monday - Monday

Dec 22, 2025 - Jan 05, 2026
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 25, 2025 - Jan 08, 2026
$2895

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 10, 2026
$2895

Monday - Monday

Dec 29, 2025 - Jan 12, 2026
$2895

Tuesday - Tuesday

Dec 30, 2025 - Jan 13, 2026
$2895

Thursday - Thursday

Jan 01, 2026 - Jan 15, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jan 03, 2026 - Jan 17, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Jan 08, 2026 - Jan 22, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Jan 15, 2026 - Jan 29, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
$2925

Monday - Monday

Jan 19, 2026 - Feb 02, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Jan 22, 2026 - Feb 05, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jan 24, 2026 - Feb 07, 2026
$2925

Monday - Monday

Jan 26, 2026 - Feb 09, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jan 31, 2026 - Feb 14, 2026
$2925

Monday - Monday

Feb 02, 2026 - Feb 16, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Feb 05, 2026 - Feb 19, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Feb 07, 2026 - Feb 21, 2026
$2925

Monday - Monday

Feb 09, 2026 - Feb 23, 2026
$2925

Tuesday - Tuesday

Feb 10, 2026 - Feb 24, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Feb 12, 2026 - Feb 26, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Feb 14, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Feb 16, 2026 - Mar 02, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Feb 19, 2026 - Mar 05, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Feb 21, 2026 - Mar 07, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Feb 23, 2026 - Mar 09, 2026
$3040

Tuesday - Tuesday

Feb 24, 2026 - Mar 10, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Feb 26, 2026 - Mar 12, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Feb 28, 2026 - Mar 14, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Mar 02, 2026 - Mar 16, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 05, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 07, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
$3155

Tuesday - Tuesday

Mar 10, 2026 - Mar 24, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 12, 2026 - Mar 26, 2026
$3155

Friday - Friday

Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 27, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 28, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Mar 16, 2026 - Mar 30, 2026
$3155

Tuesday - Tuesday

Mar 17, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 19, 2026 - Apr 02, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 21, 2026 - Apr 04, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Mar 23, 2026 - Apr 06, 2026
$3155

Tuesday - Tuesday

Mar 24, 2026 - Apr 07, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Mar 26, 2026 - Apr 09, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Mar 28, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Mar 30, 2026 - Apr 13, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 02, 2026 - Apr 16, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 04, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026
$3155

Tuesday - Tuesday

Apr 07, 2026 - Apr 21, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 09, 2026 - Apr 23, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Apr 13, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026
$3155

Tuesday - Tuesday

Apr 14, 2026 - Apr 28, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 16, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 18, 2026 - May 02, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Apr 20, 2026 - May 04, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 23, 2026 - May 07, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Apr 25, 2026 - May 09, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Apr 27, 2026 - May 11, 2026
$3155

Tuesday - Tuesday

Apr 28, 2026 - May 12, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Apr 30, 2026 - May 14, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

May 02, 2026 - May 16, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

May 09, 2026 - May 23, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

May 16, 2026 - May 30, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

May 23, 2026 - Jun 06, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

May 30, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 06, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 20, 2026 - Jul 04, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 04, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 18, 2026 - Aug 01, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Jul 25, 2026 - Aug 08, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 01, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 08, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 15, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 22, 2026 - Sep 05, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Aug 29, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 05, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 10, 2026 - Sep 24, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 03, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 24, 2026 - Oct 08, 2026
$2925

Saturday - Saturday

Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026
$2925

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 01, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 03, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Oct 05, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 15, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Oct 19, 2026 - Nov 02, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 24, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Nov 05, 2026 - Nov 19, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 07, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026
$3155

Monday - Monday

Nov 09, 2026 - Nov 23, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026
$3155

Thursday - Thursday

Nov 19, 2026 - Dec 03, 2026
$3155

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 21, 2026 - Dec 05, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Nov 23, 2026 - Dec 07, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Nov 26, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Nov 28, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Nov 30, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 05, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 10, 2026 - Dec 24, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 26, 2026
$3040

Monday - Monday

Dec 14, 2026 - Dec 28, 2026
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 17, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 19, 2026 - Jan 02, 2027
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 24, 2026 - Jan 07, 2027
$3040

Saturday - Saturday

Dec 26, 2026 - Jan 09, 2027
$3040

Thursday - Thursday

Dec 31, 2026 - Jan 14, 2027
$3040

Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    Intrepid Travel allows you to make 10 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 56 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Intrepid Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform intrepid travel, 56 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 400 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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