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183 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

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Great Trip

This gave us a really good overview of Vietnam and exceeded our expectations, as we have previously only been on Exodus trekking holidays and were surprised by the high standard of accommodation. There is a lot to see and do, plus plenty of free time.

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many to mention, but meeting and photographing an old couple during the free afternoon in Hoi An. I would also say, that having grown up during the era of 'The American War' , I was overwhelmed by the photographs in the War Remnants Museum in HCMC and so pleased to see how the country has recovered.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mao Long is a very good guide , who looked after us very well. He is a great ambassador for both his country and Exodus

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do not forget that it can be cold and wet in the North, so pack a fleece, waterproof top, hat and an umbrella is useful for the rain and sun. Travel plug adaptor is 2-pin round European. I enjoyed all of the optional trips and would recommend them to you.

Marvellous Trip

I had a wonderful time on the Vietnam adventure. The group was great and our guide, Mao was helpful, charming, and very friendly.

Most Inspirational Moment

Everything was great. The land, the people, the sites. Particularly loved being in Hoi An during the Lantern Festival.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Mao was enthusiastic, friendly, charming, and very knowledgeable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Hanoi and Ha Long Bay were cool. Saigon very hot. So pack accordingly.

Vietnam Adventure

I am not an unbiased reviewer as I have long been interested in Vietnam and its culture. I was not disappointed. Flying into Hanoi was a full on Asia experience. Loved Ho Chi Minh City with its mixture of cultures. Ha Long Bay beautiful. Mekhong less so but atmospheric and friendly,
Food good, hotels much better than I expected, people friendly and plumbing works. I want to return.

Most Inspirational Moment

Crawling along 25m of the tunnel at Cu Chi complex brought it home to me how difficult this war must have been. No wonder the Vietnamese were able to defeat the mighty US military if they could live in these conditions.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Sign up now, fascinating trip.

Vietnam Adventure

An excellent holiday – once we got there! It was great – everything from the variety of activities, the culture, the food – and learning so much about the history to modern day life in Vietnam

Most Inspirational Moment

So many to choose from - from the history of the country, the madness of vying with the motor/scooter cyclists, the beauty of the countryside and colour of the people, fabulous food - through to modern day life in a country which has had ndured so many changes

Thoughts on Group Leader

Absolutely fabulous. Kien Le went over and above to educate our group about his beloved Vietnam and to integrate a diverse solo travellers group. He treated us with huge knowledge of the country - everything from history, the politics (from a cultural view point based on facts) - through to food - we experienced everything from smart restaurants to real street food based on his recommendations. There were a few times when one or other person had personal problems. Kien was both sensitive and caring and ensured that their concerns were dealt with and that they could move on to feel that they were once again part of the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Check age groups of travellers before booking to ensure that at least you have something in common with the people in your group. If for example the main group is in their 30's and you are the only one in your 60's then select a different date - the group leader can only work with the people he is presented with.

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Reply from Exodus

I would like to thank Christine for her review, although I am sorry that she was disappointed with her flight arrangements and the subsequent flight delay she regrettably experienced. Whilst we have recently opted to use Vietnam Airlines for our group flights, flights with Malaysia Airlines had already been booked for this departure and they were considered a suitable option given that travelling with another airline would have increased the clients’ overall cost of this departure, and we have received positive feedback about the service provided by Malaysia Airlines. Our sales team are happy to discuss all available flight options with clients at the time of booking, but we genuinely regret the inconvenience Christine experienced. We understand that although luggage labels are usually distributed to our clients, some group members did not receive these on this occasion; we have taken this issue up with our marketing team, which we trust will help prevent similar situations recurring.

Megan Devenish, Trip Manager for Vietnam

Great Holiday

A well organised itinery which allowed us to see a lot of what Vietnam has to offer, in the company of an interesting bunch of people, and an excellent guide

Most Inspirational Moment

Several: New Years Eve in Hanoi Halong Bay The friendly bustle of Hoi An The cycle ride in Hue

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic Organisational and logistics skills, always a step ahead

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book up and enjoy the experience!

Vietnam Adventure: Sojourn in an S-shaped country

A great itinerary taking in the majority of the country’s highlights at a steady pace, allowing some time to linger in frenetic Hanoi, scenic Halong Bay, historic Hue, atmospheric Hoi An, buzzing Saigon and the tranquil Mekong Delta. Everyone in our group very much enjoyed experiencing what this special country has to offer, not least the great food and welcoming locals.

Most Inspirational Moment

The contrast between the places we visited will long stay in the mind, particularly Hanoi, Hoi An and the Mekong. For me, the enticing food options were a personal highlight, only surpassed by the unfailingly delightful people who look positively to the future in striving to consign a troubled and traumatic couple of decades to the past.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Phat was an ever smiling ambassador for his country, always willing to share his knowledge and give advice. Calm and resourceful, he was certainly someone we could rely on.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The region certainly has plenty to offer the traveller, in terms of culture, history, variety of landscape and meeting the people ... but for me, Vietnam scores very, very highly on all these points. I'd therefore not hesitate to recommend visiting the country, particularly on such an itinerary which covers so much ground in just two weeks ...

Vietnam Adventure

Plenty of variety, a trip I thoroughly enjoyed, shame our flight was delayed and we missed our connection

Most Inspirational Moment

Halong bay, Mekong delta also cycling away from the towns.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very good leader, certainly passionate to do a good job, even rearranged new years eve a night later because we missed new years eve on the train.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Glad I had ear plugs for the noisy railway.

A great sightseeing trip in a lovely country

A great trip with an enthusiastic and knowledgeable leader (Bien) and a great bunch of people. Although not really an off the beaten track holiday, the sights are all worth seeing and it’s a good balance between travelling and staying in one place.

Most Inspirational Moment

No one inspirational moment stands out, but highlights included Hue, Hoi An, the My Son temples, the Cu Chi tunnels and the overnight homestay in the Mekong. Plus the cycling trips, both included and optional.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Bien was a great leader. Organised, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his country. Always willing to let us know about things we were seeing or passing, and an authority on most things we saw on the trip. If anything he was too willing to let us know about things, but it was generally a bonus. He made the trip go smoothly, and was happy to chat to us about the country, his family and the history.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It does get surprisingly cold and wet in Hanoi, don't forget some warm clothes and waterproofs/umbrella. The Hanoi/Halong bay part of the trip is fairly manic after you arrive, but it does calm down once you get to Hue. The cycling trips are worth doing, and the cookery was surprisingly good fun for a non-cook. The overnight train is defintely basic, but go along with it and it's a fun experience - and not so different to sleeper trains in other countries. The war remnants museum in Ho Chi Minh city is sobering but worth spending time in, and make sure you grab a drink in the bar in the Bitexco tower - not the easiest bar to find, but persevere and the views are great.

Vietnam Adventure

The trip was everything on the trip notes and more. Most of this was down to the leader who offered lots of extra activities for those who were interested, eg bike rides, cooking courses, street food, home meals…
All the hotels we good.

Most Inspirational Moment

Halong Bay boat trip and swimming in the Gulf of Tonkin

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent, nothing was too much trouble, lots of extra activities on offer, sorted out a birthday cake for my wife..

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go to Vietnam before it changes. Get up early at Angkor Wat to avoid the crowds

Vietnam

Well the whole trip far outweighed my expectations, the group was of all ages…..lovely likeminded people. Are group leader com or cong not sure on the spelling he was a lovely man very helpful, however his English was a little difficult to follow at times.

Most Inspirational Moment

There was many inspirational moments of the trip but I guess if I had to pick one it would be the homestead on the Mekong river.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was a lovely man not 100% sure how to spell or the pronunciation of his name but it was something like Com or Cong. Anyway he was great took us to good restaurants looked after us and gave us a good insight to his home country.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go with the flow have a good look around the city's the local people are really lovely and so helpful. I for one will be going back.