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- Platinum Operator
- Realistic Asia
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Guided in English
- Other languages on offer: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
- Group Size 1 - 15
- Age range 1 to 89
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Enjoy an incomparable combination of tradition, elegance, and progress in Hanoi
- Trek along the rice terraces in Sapa and immerse into the ethnic culture
- Be amazed by the natural beauty of Ninh Binh
- Explore magnificent Halong Bay with an overnight cruise
- Cherish your time in the charming atsmostphere of Hoi An
- Board the sampan and cruise down the Mekong Delta River
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Hanoi Arrival
- Day 2 Hanoi City Full Day (B/L) (Group Tour)
- Day 3 Hanoi – Sapa by Shuttle Bus (B)
- Day 4 Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Overnight at homestay (B/L/D) - join in a group tour
- Day 5 Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan – Sapa – Hanoi by shuttle bus - join in a group tour (B/L)
- Day 6 Explore the Beauty of Ninh Binh (B/L) - group tour
- Day 7 Hanoi – Halong Bay by shuttle bus (B/L/D)
- Day 8 Halong Bay – Hanoi – Danang by flight – Hoi An by private car (B/ Brunch)
- Day 9 Hoi An Leisure (B)
- Day 10 Hoi An – Danang – Ho Chi Minh City by flight (B)
- Day 11 Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L) - group tour
- Day 12 Mekong Delta Discovery (B/L) - group tour
- Day 13 Time to Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
San Premium Hotel or similar
HotelDays 1, 2, 5, 6Upgrade AvailableTirant Hotel or similar
HotelDays 1, 2, 5, 6Upgrade AvailableApricot Hotel or similar
HotelDays 1, 2, 5, 6Upgrade AvailableSapa Panorama Hotel or similar
Hotelday 3Upgrade AvailableAmazing Sapa or similar
Hotelday 3Upgrade AvailableSilk Path Grand Resort and Spa or similar
Resortday 3Upgrade Available- Home-stayDays 3, 4Upgrade Available
Le Journey Cruise or similar
Berth / Cabinday 7Upgrade AvailableLa Pandora Cruise or similar
Berth / Cabinday 7Upgrade AvailableDoris Cruise or similar
Berth / Cabinday 7Upgrade AvailableKim An Hotel or similar
HotelDays 8, 9Upgrade AvailableSilkotel Hoi An or similar
HotelDays 8, 9Upgrade AvailablePalm Garden Hoi An or similar
HotelDays 8, 9Upgrade AvailableAlagon D’Antique Hotel & Spa or similar
HotelDays 10, 11, 12Upgrade AvailableThe Myst Dong Khoi or similar
HotelDays 10, 11, 12Upgrade AvailableQueen Ann Hotel or similar
HotelDays 10, 11, 12Upgrade Available
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 15 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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Operated by
Realistic Asia
Number of tours
180
Age Range
1 to 99 years old
Response time
less than 1 hour
Response rate
100%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Rosie· December 16th, 2024Well organised tour and itinerary. Staff at realistic Asia were very helpful and easy to communicate with if needed. Also tour guides were very informative. It was great to have all airport transfers /pick ups arranged for us. Hassle free travelling. Loved Vietnam! Would recommend Realistic Asia. Our contact Long Pham was very helpful.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Rosie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re happy to hear that you found the tour well-organized and hassle-free. It’s great to know that the airport transfers, pickups, and itinerary all ran smoothly, allowing you to fully... Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- Claudia· November 29th, 2024We had an incredible tour in Vietnam! Even with our limited time, we managed to visit every spot on our list, and each activity was truly remarkable. From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the breathtaking landscapes of Sapa and the historical charm of Hue, every destination offered its own unique beauty. The excursions to Halong Bay and the Mekong Delta were absolute highlights for me; I found them especially enjoyable and memorable. The stunning scenery and rich culture made those experiences unforgettable. Additionally, the hotels we stayed at were generally excellent, providing us with comfort and great service.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Claudia, Thank you for sharing your incredible experience in Vietnam! We're delighted to hear that you made the most of your time and enjoyed each destination's unique charm. We're also pleased that the accommodations met your expectations, adding... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- Gertraud· November 24th, 2024"13 days Vietnam Experience" booked through Tourradar, organizer Realistic Asia, supervised by Mr Long Pham: this tour was perfectly organized. I particularly liked the fact that, depending on the location, new groups could be formed, whose participants came from different countries all over the world and were also accompanied by changing tour guides who had particularly good knowledge of these locations. The number of tour participants was in small groups with an average of 8-10 people. We had only booked 3* hotels and these were of good quality. The selection of restaurants through Realistic Asia was good with very good food. The breakfast in the respective hotels was also varied and delicious. The means of transport - limousines - were new, the drivers were careful and we felt safe! The tour guides are extremely well trained, their language (english) is easy to understand. Special mention should be made of the tour guide "Mrs Lala", who led two trekking tours in Sapa excellently, and "Mr Thanh", who spoke about Ho Chi Minh and the terrible war with his liveliness and enormous historical knowledge. I would like to highlight something that was absolutely new for us as world travelers. It is the enormous effort of the entire tour support via WhatsApp by the tour manager "Long Pham". For example, daily checks were made to see if everything was OK and reminders were given of the pick-up times. If there was the slightest disagreement (there was only one tiny one in a hotel), a positive solution was found immediately. We would like to say a special thank you for that, because something like that is probably unique! Thank you, thank you!! I can definitely recommend Realistic Asia and will use the services of this tour operator again! Maybe you will even be lucky enough to be looked after by Mr Long Pham!Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Gertraud, Thank you so much for your detailed and glowing review. We're thrilled to hear that the tour exceeded your expectations in so many ways! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the unique approach of forming new groups based on the... Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- PEPeter· October 19th, 2024We enjoyed a very well organised trip around Vietnam. We were really impressed by how easy Realistic Asia made the many parts of the trip run so smoothly. Very good value with many excellent activities included in the tour.Realistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Peter, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review! We're especially happy to hear that we were able to manage your trip run smoothly. We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you again! The Realistic... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- Rhonda· September 15th, 2024The tour was fabulous. Very very well organized. The guides were knowledgeable, helpful and very complete. Our contact Mr. Thang always answered our questions had to make changes during the trip. We were in the middle of a typhoon so changes had to be made. All done for us.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Rhonda, Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday. We also appreciate your understanding and flexibility during the typhoon. It's reassuring to know that our team was able to effectively... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- MSMargo· July 26th, 2024Fantastic experience from booking through to the end of our holiday. The team from Realistic Asia provided timely and seamless communication at all times. Daily check-ins via What's App along with a couple of restaurant recommendations if we wanted to take them on board all added to a positive holiday. A shout out to Mr Long Pham who was our contact throughout- amazingShow moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Margo, Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a seamless experience from start to finish. Our team at Realistic Asia is dedicated to providing timely and reliable communication, and it's wonderful to... Show moreTrip date: July 2024
- TRThomas· June 13th, 2024Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishI was worried at first because it was our first vacation in Asia, but we felt really well looked after from the moment we were picked up at the airport and throughout the rest of the trip. We received immediate answers to the rare questions we had. The hotels were very well chosen. In North Vietnam in particular, the people were extremely friendly. We can recommend Realistic Asia without hesitation.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Thomas, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re over the moon to hear that you’re happy about your holiday! Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services and organize memorable... Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- JNJelena· June 12th, 2024Wonderful experience! Well organized, the tours were very interesting. Lucy Do from Realistic Asia went above and beyond to make us feel safe, comfortable and well taken care of. We really felt like someone has our back the whole time. And everything went as smoothly as it can.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Jelena, Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday. Thanks for your kind words about Lucy, she remembers you and sends her warm regards. We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to... Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- HRHazel· June 4th, 2024We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. We would have liked to have perhaps an extra free day. Perhaps extend the trip by a few days and then add a few extra days for just resting. As it is full on. Other than that comment it was all very good. We were well looked after and enjoyed the tour very much. Thank you Hazel and John Ravesteyn.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Hazel, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re over the moon to hear that you’re happy about your holiday! Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services and organize memorable... Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- GGabriella· March 13th, 2024This earns the name ‘Ultimate Vietnam Tour’, as this is a great comprehensive package to experience most of Vietnam’s tourist sights. As a solo female traveller who was visiting Asia for the first time, I wanted a safe and convenient route, and this fulfilled that for me. PROS -Service of Travel Consultant. I was with Long Pham who was exceptional! He checks in with you daily on your trip. It feels like you’ve made a friend in Vietnam who has your back. His service is excellent, and he is available to answer any questions you may have (though there were a few requests I sent on Whatsapp that were not answered). What stands out to me the most was that I had a situation where I was lightly nibbed at by a stray puppy. He arranged services with the hotel to have me visit the hospital to get it checked out since rabies is a thing. It was smooth, streamlined and well-handled, and builds trust in this company. Access to your travel consultant is the best thing about this service. -Convenience. Also one of the best things about this service. Literally everything is done and handled for you. No need to worry about keeping track of emails and double checking times. This saves you a LOT of booking stress and is a major appeal. Everything ran smooth. -Location of Hotels. Very convenient and booked within prime areas. Most things you need you can walk to. -Hotel Staff. All hotel staff were very kind and warm. -Transfer drivers. Always on time. Many of them arrive early which is very convenient. -Quality of tours booked. Tour companies booked were amazing. TNKTravel was especially exceptional. All tour guides were great - friendly, knowledgable, well-organized, and displayed great customer service. -Experience. Despite some mishappens with the hotels, this did not disrupt my enjoyment of Vietnam. This tour delivered the experiences I was seeking. It was overall very well-planned. I deeply cherished my memories and experiences here and hope to return for a more authentic experience. CONS -Tour pickups. Were late majority of the trip, ranging between 10-40 minutes behind. We were told that it is busy since it is after Tet. However, I am more forgiving of this since I understand its a group tour and not everyone will be on time. -Accommodation. This took off many points and was my biggest gripe next to price. Accommodation is what defines your travel experience, and the accommodation that was booked was either hit or miss. Upon arriving at many of my accommodations, I am reminded that I booked 3 star hotels in Vietnam. I did not enjoy breakfast in any of these restaurants except for the cruise. Breakfast was cold most of the time and very very simple. I was booked for the following hotels: 1-2-3 Hotel (3/5 rating). Rooms were mostly clean except bathroom which had mold on the shower curtain and on the shower caulking. Sapa Panorama Hotel (1/5). My least favourite. Had hair on the couch and towels. Was placed in a room directly above reception and it was incredibly noisy. Walls paper thin. Breakfast gave me the runs. Anh Duc Homestay (4/5). A homestay in a small village does not make you have high expectations, but I loved my private bungalow. The heated blanket was luxurious and there’s hot water and wifi. Toilet and shower are in same room but it’s what you expect for a homestay. Food is absolutely DELICIOUS. Le Paradise Pavillion Hoi An (5/5). My favourite hotel. Amazing staff. Great facilities and room. This met and exceeded expectations. Pandora Cruise (4/5). My second favourite stay. Food was all around great. Accommodating staff. Knocked off a star because the shower wasn’t working and the shower gel bottle was broken. Room at first faintly smelled like urine. Blue Diamond Luxury (2/5). Did not like the room at all. Bathtub is across from bed, no wall separating. Shower and toilet are in same small room (room is a generous term). The lobby and breakfast facilities are luxurious and classy. -Pricing. See below. FEEDBACK -Expensive Pricing. If price was more competitive, I would return to Realistic Asia, as the company 100% fulfills the convenience of doing everything for you. However, after this trip, I can see myself booking everything myself to save more -Pay Transparency. 2 things: 1. When I first came across this tour in December, it was 50% off. I booked it to lock in the price. As of March 2024, the tour is still 50% off. I assume this is a time pressure sales marketing tactic, and does not reflect well. 2. The company should provide a detailed invoice to customers clearly outlining what the package includes. Because there is no detailed breakdown, I am led to assume I’ve been overcharged, which is not a good thought to have during your holiday if you’re a price-conscious consumer like me. I paid $2,377 total Canadian for 3-star stays as a solo traveller. $1,879 of that is for the package and $498 of that is local payment. The local payment covers ‘plane tickets, guide fees, operator fee’. What does the $1,879 package payment cover? The hotels and transfers? I researched the price of my hotels to be aligned with the nights in my itinerary - it was around $600 total. Unless customers are provided a detailed invoice of what they are paying for, they will assume they have been overcharged, which discredits the company. TLDR I recommend going with this company if you a) have the money (though you will likely have to fork out more to upgrade your hotels, as the 3 star hotels weren’t amazing), b) desire to have everything taken care of for you, or c) you’re a solo traveller who wants to be safe in a new country. However, if you are more price-conscious, consider booking everything yourself, as the pricing was a huge thing for me. I’m Canadian and paid around $5500 total for this trip, the two major expenses comprising of plane tickets and the package price. You would expect at that price to have decent hotels, but unfortunately, that was not the case for many accommodations. However, the memories and experiences provided by this trip, as well as the exceptional service of the company, has left me overall with a very positive experience of Vietnam. I cried so many times on my way back home because I did not want to leave.Show moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Gabriella, Thank you for taking your time and sharing feedback about the tour. We are sorry to hear that not everything met your expectations and glad to know that you still enjoyed Vietnam and had a memorable trip. Our team is already in... Show moreTrip date: March 2024
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