Travel with Me–Explore Vietnam
Small group travel, hosted by Ilse!
Immerse yourself in Vietnam’s mesmerizing culture and momentous history on a journey from the emerald mountains of the north to the sun-drenched beaches of the south. Discover a plethora of UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the imperial city of Hue and mystical Ha Long Bay. Glimpse rural life on a hike through idyllic Mai Chau Valley; enjoy a cyclo ride through the heart of bustling Hanoi; and descend into the famed Cu Chi tunnels, where Viet Cong guerillas lived during the Vietnam War.
But one of the most unique experiences, that I’m extra excited about, will be being tutored in noodle cooking by former street youth. Oodles of Noodles, in Hoi An, is an initiative that empowers under-privileged kids through skills and employment training. Our young guides are being trained in the culinary arts, and will take us shopping in a noodle market, educate us on the varieties of noodles, then teach us how to cook our lunch.
$2349 USD per person, based on double occupancy. $739 Single Supplement
A non-refundable deposit of $350 will hold your spot; final payment is due September 7, 2022.
Why I love this travel partner …
SMALL GROUPS
Join a small group of like-minded travelers that, like you, are eager to safely and confidently experience all the things that make our world worth exploring.
SUPPORTING LOCAL COMMUNITIES
They have always created their tours by building meaningful relationships with local communities, directly benefiting the people and places they visit.
BOOK AND TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE
They have measures in place to help keep you safe from the moment you book to the moment you (reluctantly) head home, earning a badge from the World Travel and Tourism Council. WTTC’s Safe Travels Protocols
FLEXIBILITY, FREEDOM AND FUN
No matter the Travel Style, their tours balance well-planned itineraries with the flexibility to do your own thing and make the experience your own.
LOCALLY-BASED GUIDES
They don’t have tour guides — they have Chief Experience Officers. And they are all locally based, meaning they know the area you’re exploring like the back of their well-traveled hand.
REGENERATIVE TRAVEL
Each trip enhances the local economy, protects the welfare of children, animals and the environment, and promotes and supports global gender equality.

Explore Vietnam
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