This is considered a fast-paced tour. In order to explore as much as possible, this tour may require early starts and long travel days. One to two nights at one destination is standard. While some free time may be scheduled, most sightseeing is included throughout this tour. You will be required to move about unassisted, including getting on and off vehicles, walking up and down stairs and some activities will be conducted on uneven or steep terrain. You will be required to handle your own luggage. To ensure this trip is right for you, any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aid, then this tour is not suitable.
Good quality properties chosen for their modern facilities and amenities, typically ideally located, offering easy access to the city centre.
Hotel stars are based on local ratings provided and the expected standard may differ depending on the destination. Hotels listed within the itinerary are indicative of the typical hotel we intend to use for that package but is subject to change.
This tour is fully escorted by an expert English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.
These tours are our proudest creations. They have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. Please see the Important Information on your selected tour for exact group size. Enjoy features such as hand-picked accommodation, a sampling of the region’s best culinary delights, and a range of optional activities to choose from to best suit your travel style.
✓ Intimate group experience, with no more than 16 people
✓ Return international airfares with a full-service airline
✓ 11 nights in charming 4 star accommodation throughout, including a stay at the enchanting Mercure Bana Hills
✓ Breakfast daily, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
✓ English-speaking guide throughout
✓ In-depth sightseeing including all entry fees – see incredible UNESCO-listed sites like the ancient port town of Hoi An and the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
✓ Comfortable, dedicated air-conditioned transportation
✓ 24/7 customer service and your own Dedicated Support Agent
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Chào Mừng! Welcome to Vietnam and Hanoi. You’ll be met on arrival at Hanoi airport and transferred to your hotel.
It’s no wonder Hanoi is fondly referred to as the cultural capital of Vietnam. With lots to do and see, it’s a fascinating mix of old and modern Vietnam. This afternoon enjoy a walk through Hanoi’s historic and lively Old Quarter district, a network of narrow alleys and shop houses.
The rest of the day is yours to explore this vibrant, teeming metropolis. You might like to visit the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, or see the traditional ancient art form of water puppetry at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. There are places to recuperate from the crowds and action, like tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake (Turtle Lake), a relaxing oasis on the southern edge of the old town quarter. West Lake, the biggest freshwater lake in Hanoi, is right in the centre of the city.
Please note: Some flights may depart the day before.
Passengers will be arriving at various times throughout the day from as early as 6am through to late evening. If arriving prior to standard check-in time, which is generally 3pm local time, you are welcome to leave your luggage with hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available, as there are generally no scheduled activities on Day 1 of the itinerary. The hotel may grant early check-in, however this is strictly subject to availability and at the hotels discretion.
We’ll start the day’s sightseeing with a visit to beautiful Van Mieu, or Temple of Literature. The template dates back to 1070, and is dedicated to the cult of Confucius. Note the peaceful series of walled courtyards and graceful gateways – this is one of the best examples of traditional Vietnamese architecture.
Visit the infamous Hoa Lo prison, built by the French colonial government in the late 19th century to house Vietnamese political prisoners. During the Vietnam War, it was used by North Vietnam, and dubbed the ‘Hanoi Hilton’ by American prisoners of war. Today, only part of the prison still exists as a history museum.
We’ll visit Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex, containing a museum and Ho Chi Minh’s final resting place. Ho Chi Minh is undoubtedly one of the most important leaders Vietnam has ever seen and this is a place of pilgrimage for many Vietnamese. See the Ho Chi Minh Stilt House, the simple two-room dwelling where he lived from 1958 until his final days in 1969. Nearby, sitting in a lotus pond, view the miniature One Pillar Pagoda. It’s a reconstruction of the original 11th century temple.
Enjoy a walking tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, the oldest continuously developed area of Vietnam that showcases more than 1000 years of history. Explore the network of narrow alleyways known as the 36 Streets. Each street was named for the specialised trade of merchants with shops there, like silk traders or jewellery. This is a wonderful place to watch the local life, and peruse items from fabrics to crafts to exotic medicines.
Hanoi street life is crowded and hectic – with motorbikes whizzing by, just crossing the road can be an adventure. Hanoi is known for its street food and you’ll find vendors all over the city, especially in the Old Quarter. Don’t forget to try the local delicacies, whether it’s pho, sticky rice or banh mi.
Take a break at a local coffee shop to experience the popular Hanoi pastime of sipping coffee and watching life in the neighbourhood.
You’ll have the choice between 2 of 4 bonus sightseeing experiences to enhance your journey. You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package.
Travellers can explore a bustling local market with a private chef who will guide you around the market, to demystify the local produce, explain the market culture and encourage you to taste some of its most exotic ingredients. After this tour you will return to to enjoy a 3 course traditional Vietnamese dinner, inclusive of one drink. This is a great opportunity to do more than ‘just have a meal’. It will be an authentic night to remember.
Starts: approx: 4.45pm
Duration: approx: 2 hours
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
After breakfast we’ll depart for a leisurely drive to Haiphong and board our cruise at 12.30pm. Enjoy a complimentary drink and take a seat in the lounge before a short welcome briefing with fellow guests. Become acquainted with ship facilities and itineraries, ask any questions and get to know the staff.
Take some time to adjust to your luxurious floating home for the night. You’ll be shown to your room to unpack and enjoy the bedroom balcony view before freshening up for lunch. You’ll dine in style as the boat sets sail for the first attraction of the day, Lan Ha floating fishing village.
This quaint fishing village is a unique cultural attraction, a place to learn about the ancient sea-based lifestyle and heritage of the local people. Interact with the friendly communities whose livelihoods depend on these waters, and learn to fish in their traditional style.
Back on board you’ll have about an hour and a half of free time while we drift deeper into the tropical island complex. You may like to check out the panoramic sundeck, relax in your room or acquaint yourself with the bar. Then enjoy a cooking class and food carving lesson with the head chef, a typical feature of Vietnamese culinary culture. Watch in wonder as mere vegetables are carved into life, and try your hand at making a typical Vietnamese dish.
You’ll find a range of delicacies on offer for dinner, from salads to seafood to meat dishes and seasonal fruits and desserts. Happy hour follows dinner, and then the night is yours to relax or explore. There are board games, or try your hand at squid fishing with staff. Soak up the atmosphere and lounge on the sundeck, or you may even like to visit the luxury spa.
The day starts with a sunrise Tai Chi class on the sundeck as day breaks on the calm lagoon. Treat yourself to European-style pre-breakfast snacks with tea and coffee before we set sail to Ông Cậm (Ong Cam bay), a favourite spot in Lan Ha Bay. This breathtaking cove is the perfect morning chill-out spot, where you’ll have the choice of sunbathing, swimming or kayaking around the rocky shoreline.
Once we’re done on the beach, you’ll board the boat to enjoy a full breakfast buffet, including both international favourites and typical Vietnamese dishes like pho. After breakfast, relax on the deck enjoying the last bay views before we disembark. We’ll drive to Hanoi for the evening flight to Hue. You’ll be met at the airport and transferred by coach to your home stay.
First stop today will be a visit to the Hue Citadel, a relic of the Nguyen dynasty, then to Toa Kham Wharf where you’ll depart for Thien Mu Pagoda. A historic temple in the city of Hue, it’s relatively small but beautiful. The ornate buildings, pristine gardens and view onto the Perfume River are lovely.
We’ll get back on the boat for a scenic cruise to Hue Ecolodge and have two hours to stroll or bike around quiet Thuy Bieu Eco-village. Experience the atmosphere of a typical Vietnamese village as you visit the local garden, old ancestral temple and connect with local people. In this rustic setting, you’ll enjoy fresh country air and the village’s renowned fruit gardens and greenery. You can visit some handicraft families – such as incense making, joss paper making, or paper painting – to discover the daily life of these locals who work hard with joy and enthusiasm.
At the end of this tour you’ll have a chance to relax with the traditional therapeutic practice of steeping your feet in medicinal herb water and enjoying a foot massage.
This morning we’ll head for Ba Na Hills, a charming mountaintop resort complex that really does feel like a French village. On the way we’ll stop at a fishing village near Lang Co Beach, and at dramatic Hai Van Pass to admire the spectacular views. Hai Van is the high dividing line between the climate zones of north and south Vietnam.
In Ba Na Hills, the cable car is one of the most impressive in the world. At 5.81km, it’s the world’s longest single-rope cable car system, and also boasts the highest difference between departure station and arrival station – 1368m. The panoramic mountain views are beautiful.
Arriving at the first cable car station, we’ll visit a French wine cellar, explore the golden bridge, Linh Ung Pagoda and Fantasy Park. Ling Ung Pagoda is at an altitude of nearly 1500 metres and is home to a 27-metre tall statue of Shakyamuni Buddha that looks forward to the city. Fantasy Park is just what the name suggests, an amusement park that offers games and activities for all ages.
After a buffet lunch, we’ll continue to explore the King Peak for panoramic views of Da Nang city and beyond.
You’ll stay in Ba Na Hills tonight. Take an evening walk to enjoy the heart of this old French village.
You’ll have free time in charming Ba Na Hills today.
There are many restaurants and places to explore, so it’s best to start early to see all the sights. You may like to visit the wax statue museum, or see the famous golden bridge again. This architectural feat is a footbridge supported by two huge stone-coloured hands, which seem to be emerging from the thick forest. Take a stroll through the dreamy Le Jardin D’Amour with nine different flower gardens, each representing a different theme.
In the afternoon we’ll take the cable car back down and drive to Da Nang. On the way we’ll visit Son Tra Peninsula, with its white sandy beaches, evergreen forest and pretty landscapes.
Da Nang is known for its nightlife and is home to several casinos, bars and clubs. It’s not all about partying, the food options here are plentiful, too. You’ll have free time to explore this hotspot.
We’ll drive to the ancient port town of Hoi An this morning. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hoi An is often described as a place where time stood still. One of the best places to discover genuine Vietnamese architecture, be sure to stop and enjoy the traditional houses, pagodas and bridges.
Stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets of the Old Quarter, or spend time mingling with local vendors at the Hoi An Night Market. Cars and motorbikes are banned from the centre of Hoi An so it’s a pleasant city to explore on foot. The city is charming and colourful, known as the city of lanterns for the ubiquitous colourful lanterns fluttering in the breeze.
You won’t have any problem looking for things to do on your free day in Hoi An. If you need to relax, visit An Bang Beach or Cua Dai Beach. Or you can visit a tailor’s shop to have something made – the city is renowned for tailoring and turnaround is usually quick.
The Japanese Covered Bridge is a must-see. Built in the 17th century, it’s well preserved and resembles a Japanese pagoda. It’s covered with ornate coverings depicting animals.
You may like to visit foodie destination Central Market, a large riverside market. Hoi An is known for its diverse food – look out for Cao Lau, Hoi An’s signature dish of pork broth, noodles and vegetables (check).
You’ll have the choice between 2 of 4 bonus sightseeing experiences to enhance your journey. You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package.
Today, enjoy a wide range of experiences - from learning traditional fishing techniques, paddling the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats, riding on a buffalo, experiencing rice culture to learning about the Ba Trao cultural folk music from the local fishermen. This optional tour will allow you discover the local Vietnamese way of life, with authentic social and cultural insights.
Starts: approx: 8am
Duration: approx. 4 hours
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
You’ll have the choice between 2 of 4 bonus sightseeing experiences to enhance your journey. You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package. Tonight, you are in for a special evening of breathtaking entertainment followed by a delicious dinner at the famous 100 year old restaurant, Little Faifo. The show will take you back to the Hoi An trading port of the 16th and 17th centuries to witness the ups and downs of the city over the course of 400 years. The dinner will allow you to sample the local cuisine, and will include one free drink (soft drink or beer).
Starts: approx: 6:45pm
Duration: approx: 3 hours
Please note - you will be required to walk 700m, approximately 7-10 minute walk to the restaurant located on the walking street of Hoi An.
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
A short drive to Da Nang airport today then a flight to Can Tho. You’ll be met and transferred to town. While still a busy city, it’s famous for its complex waterways and lush fruit orchards. It’s an agricultural hub, so the local food is fresh and cheap. We’ll visit Cantho market and Ninh Kieu Harbour.
After dinner, check out the sparkling lights of this city with a walk into town by the river.
It’s worth getting up early today for a boat trip to visit Cairang floating market, fruit farms and Binh Thuy ancient house. The floating market is a must-see in this region, with fresh produce, coffee and even pho being sold from boats.
The drive to Ho Chi Minh City takes about five hours. On arrival, we’ll take a short walking tour to get acquainted with the city and then check into the hotel.
A feast for the senses, Ho Chi Minh City is interesting, vibrant and moves at a frenetic pace. There are well-preserved colonial structures and war relics from the devastating Vietnam War. At the Reunification Palace, see where the first communist North Vietnamese tanks crashed through the gates in April 1975, resulting in Saigon’s official surrender.
Being Vietnam’s largest city, there are plenty of shopping options, ranging from high-end, to major department stores and bustling markets.
Every stop on this tour offers exciting food but here you’ll find downright daring dishes – like deep-fried snake or barbecued scorpion. But don’t worry, all your favourites are here. The city loves its street food with great food on every block. Banh mi, pho, the crispy savory snack banh xeo, noodle soups like bun rieu and of course banh cuon, best described as noodle-wrapped spring rolls. Coffee is a national obsession in Vietnam and iced coffee is a must, a dark roast sweetened with condensed milk poured over ice.
You’ll have the choice between 2 of 4 bonus sightseeing experiences to enhance your journey. You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package.
Tonight, indulge yourself on the beautiful and serene Bonsai river cruise within the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, including a scrumptious dinner. The cruise will run from 6:45pm to 9:00pm, which will allow you to enjoy a fusion style buffet and an open bar.
Starts: approx: 6:45pm
Duration: approx: 3 hours
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
Enjoy one last delicious breakfast this morning, before your Vietnam adventure comes to an end. Later you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight home.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this extraordinary journey.
Check out: Passengers will be departing at various times throughout the day. Standard hotel check-out times will apply no matter what time your flight is scheduled to depart. Check-out time is generally anywhere from 10am-12pm. You are welcome to leave your luggage at hotel reception and spend your final moments of free time exploring the area or alternatively please speak with hotel staff if you would like to extend your check-out time. Please note this service is subject to availability and will likely come at an additional cost. Your tour guide (or hotel staff) will confirm the time of your airport transfer with you directly.
Arrive home today after your amazing adventure, we hope you have been Inspired!
Inspiring Stays
Inspiring Sights
To enhance your journey, we're offering guests two (2) bonus sightseeing experiences out of a choice of four (4) options (details listed under 'Optional Tours'):
Inspiring Tastes
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Refundable deposit within 28 days of purchase:
For cancellations made within 28 days of paying the deposit on any tour, your deposit can be refunded in full or can be transferred to a new booking should you decide to change to another package or destination. Please note this change of mind guarantee does not apply for bookings made within 90 days of departure, after which time our standard 48 hour cooling off period applies. After this time, your booking becomes non-refundable.
All cancellation or change requests must be advised in writing to our Customer Service Team at support@inspiringvacations.
Refund times will vary and the timeframe of which will be advised at the time of cancellation. Any refund of deposit will be issued back to the original form of payment.
Any bookings made prior to 13 March 2020 must abide by the original payment term conditions.
Transferrable second installment up until 90 days before scheduled departure:
Following the second installment payment and up until 90 days before your departure only, should you wish to postpone your travel or transfer to another package, we can provide you with a credit note of the current balance paid on your booking, to be used to rebook within 18 months of the credit being issued.
Any change request must be advised in writing to our Customer Service Team at support@inspiringvacations.
Any bookings made prior to 13 March 2020 must abide by the original payment term conditions.
Please refer to our full Terms and Conditions for more details
Deposit & Payment
Booking Process
Airfare Information
Premium Economy or Business Class upgrades
Please specify this as a 'Special Request' when completing your booking and you will be quoted for the additional fare. In the event your selection is unavailable, or that you are dissatisfied with the quote, you will be provided with a full refund.
Extending Your Stay
Some customers like to enhance their holiday by extending their stay pre- and/or post-tour or including a stopover in another destination. If you wish to do so, please follow these steps:
By choosing to extend your stay, please note that a supplement of $150 per person, plus applicable fare and tax differences will apply. We will contact you via email with a quote and proposed flight itinerary, and then proceed with collecting the additional payment required to confirm your request.
Land-Only Discount
A reduction of $900 per person applies if you wish to arrange your own airfares. To purchase a land-only fare, please select this option in the booking process under 'Departure City'.
Please note, if you are not arriving or departing as per the group itinerary, airport transfers will not be included. Should you wish to book airport transfers to match your own flights, the cost is $55 per vehicle, per direction.
You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour, adding a stopover package en-route or booking a tour extension. On this tour you can choose from the following options:
Pre and post tour accommodation (deviating from group flights forfeits your group airport transfers)
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Your transfer may be shared with other Inspiring Vacations customers.
Please specify in the 'Special Request' field when making your purchase your preferred travel arrangements and if you would like our team to book additional nights' accommodation and/or airport transfers. The additional cost for these land arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.
To enhance your journey, we're offering two (2) free sightseeing experiences out of a choice of 4 options, listed below. Guests can also purchase any of the remaining 2 sightseeing experiences:
Both tours on Day 9 can be undertaken.
Optional tours can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add Optional Tours, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance. If you choose not to select them at this time, you can choose to add them later by logging in to your Account online or speaking with your Dedicated Support Agent for assistance.
Optional Tour Bundle:
As well as choosing 2 of 4 optional tours for free, if you're wanting to make the most of your time in Vietnam, why not purchase our optional tour bundle?
These optional tours have been hand-picked by our staff and based on our customer's personal favourites.
$130 per person.
Please note that you must select your Optional Tours no later than 65 days before departure, after which you will be required to purchase them on tour. Please keep in mind that anything purchased on-tour is subject to availability and prices may vary as you will be paying in local currency. We appreciate your understanding.
Please note that transportation to and from each optional tour is not included in the price. You will be required to make your own way to the starting point of the optional tour, as well as back to your hotel. Your tour guide can provide you with the direction and guidance needed to make your own way.
Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers. As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available. This particular tour is categorised as a “3”:
3 - Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. Tipping is not compulsory on your trip, but they can make a big difference to locals employed in the tourism industry. If you feel that your guide and driver have done an impeccable job, you can choose to give a gratuity, but this is entirely your decision.
For the services of your guide, it is suggested that you budget for NZD$10-20 per person, per day. Tipping of your driver is also appreciated and we would suggest NZD$5 per person, per day.
As this particular tour does not collect a ‘kitty’, it is entirely up to the individual whether or not you would like to tip locals for the services of things like taxis or when dining at restaurants. In these cases, we suggest you allow 10-20% of the value of the service as a tip. Again, it is not compulsory and entirely up to the individual.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement
Single supplement is $1,199 per person in addition to the twin-share price.
Paired Solo Travellers
This package allows you to avoid paying a single supplement by booking as a Paired Solo Traveller.
This option must be selected at time of booking during the purchase path under "Select Your Room" and then choose "Paired Twin Room".
Regardless of whether an accompanying solo traveller is found, you are guaranteed to travel at no additional cost.
Solo travellers are matched only on the basis of gender and not on other factors such as age, nationality, religion or sexuality. We kindly ask that you disclose any requirements, medical or otherwise, that might disturb your matched traveller’s sleep (e.g. sleep apnoea or a CPAP machine). Unfortunately, with this in mind and in the interest of other travellers, we request that you proceed with your own private room with the resulting single supplement. Should a second solo traveller not be available, you are nonetheless guaranteed to travel at no extra cost and you will be placed into a single, twin share or double room by yourself. Your tour group may include multiple solo travellers who may or may not be paired. No changes will be permitted to any pairing arrangements.
Note that for some portions of some itineraries, the group sizes will vary. Some packages may operate on groups as small as 2 people and therefore, there may be time spent travelling only with your paired traveller. Should a package require a minimum number of 2 travellers and you are not paired, your booking may be cancelled.
You will be introduced to your matched solo traveller at the beginning of your itinerary and your personal details will not be shared as per our Privacy Policy. Should there be any dissatisfaction with your matched traveller, unfortunately we are unable to make any changes to your room arrangements or offer any refund. Inspiring Vacations takes no responsibility for and will not be held liable for any dissatisfaction with the matched traveller or for their actions.
All departures remain strictly subject to availability and may sell out prior to your tentative booking being confirmed, in which case the fee will be refunded in full. All other booking terms apply.
Triple share
Not available.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.
Visa & Passport Information
It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return to New Zealand.
New Zealand passport holders will require a visa to enter Vietnam.
You will need to arrange your Visas for travel to Vietnam closer to departure. Please note, we don't recommend applying for the e-visa until around 30-45 days prior to your departure.
Visa's are easiest to complete online and take approximately 72 hours to confirm.
You will be able to obtain your e-visa when you have your flight documents indicating your date of entry into Vietnam. Remaining tour documentation, including hotel details, will be sent 4 weeks prior to departure.
Please note the e-visa is limited to 30 days validity from the date of arrival and is only valid for 3 months from date of issue.
You must make sure that the same travel document that was used for applying online is used for entering into Vietnam.
Visit https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/ to apply for an e-visa.
Information required:
Once approved, please ensure that you travel with the following documentation as they are required to present to customs upon arrival into the country:
Please note that these details are subject to change without notice. We recommend visiting https://safetravel.govt.nz/ for up to date information in terms of entry requirements.
Tour Documentation
Final documentation including e-tickets and hotel details will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
Group Size
4-16 people
Trip Style - Small Group Tour
These tours are our proudest creations. They have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. You will travel with only a maximum of 20 other guests. Enjoy choice features such as hand-picked accommodation, a sampling of the region’s best culinary delights and a range of optional activities to choose from to best suit your travel style.
Children
Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are the same price as adults.
Tour Length
The total length of the tour in days includes time spent inflight and is subject to change, depending on the flight schedule. Please refer to the day-by-day itinerary for the time spent in your destination(s).
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