Vietnam stretches over 1,600km from north to south, a narrow S-shaped country where landscapes shift from misty mountains to tropical coastline. It's a land where modern and ancient Asia combine effortlessly - centuries-old temples and hill-tribe villages sit alongside cities alive with energy and motorbike-filled streets.
For a shorter trip on a smaller budget, our North Vietnam itineraries focus on Hanoi's old quarter, the dramatic limestone karsts of Halong Bay, and the hill-tribe regions of the far north, where trekking and community project work offer genuine cultural connection. For those wanting to see the full length of the country, our classic North to South itinerary travels from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), taking in rice paddy fields by train, cycle rickshaw rides through the streets of Saigon, and the fascinating contrast between Vietnam's ancient traditions and modern cities.
For a conservation-focused trip, Cuc Phuong National Park - Vietnam's first national park - offers hands-on wildlife project work, home to endangered primates, rare turtle species, and some of the country's last remaining primary rainforest.
Vietnam offers a range of educational experiences from biology and geography to history and cultural immersion trips.