General Info
Life is pretty laid back in Vietnam and the weather can be rather unpredictable, this means that your itinerary may be subject to change. Luckily our expert guides are used to local life and will ensure you see and experience the best of Vietnam. Check out an example of your average itinerary below...
Week 1
Start your Vietnam adventure in historic Hanoi; visit Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, get your tongue around the local lingo during a Vietnamese lesson, bargain for ingredients at local markets and learn to cook some of the delicious dishes you’ve been smelling! You’ll also hop aboard a boat cruising past Vietnam’s famous rice paddies and visit breathtaking pagodas and temples.
Week 2
The adventures continue – learn about Buddhism and meditation in Kenh Ga before visiting Non Nuoc pagoda and Tran temple, trek in spectacular Cuc Phuong National Park and explore areas of interest such as Kenh Ga River and cave and Hoa Lu – Vietnam’s capital back in the 10th Century.
Week 3
You’ve got two options for your third week in Vietnam...
Option A – Teaching: Test out your classroom skills and teach English either in a kindergarten or at a school for underprivileged children. The children are fun and keen to learn so bring bags of energy and ideas!
Option B – Trekking: Stap on your hiking boots and get the overnight train to Sapa, visit Cat Cat village and Black H’Mong hilltribes. Set off on an amazing 2-day trek including a village homestay.
Week 4
A well-deserved beach week! Jump aboard a boat headed for Cat Ba Island and soak up the spectacular sights of Ha Long Bay’s limestone karsts and isles. Swim, snorkel, kayak, trek and relax in this UNESCO World Heritage Site before heading back to Hanoi one last time.
What's included?
* Accommodation and meals
* Airport transfer on arrival
* Orientation
* Vietnamese cooking lessons
* Vietnamese language lessons
* Jungle trekking or teaching volunteer placement
What's not included?
* Flights
* Return airport transfer
* Travel Insurance
* Tourist Visa
Benefits:
Prices range depending on activity and duration. Volunteering starts from £389 for 2 weeks, Adventure Travel starts from £799 for 2 weeks and our Paid Work options start from £299 for up to 12 months. All trips come with, accommodation, some food, transfers, support and back up in-country and 24/7 emergency contact numbers. Before you leave full comprehensive information is provided through an Online Accounts and our expert travel advisers are always available to give help and advice.
Requirements:
There are no specific qualifications or requirements needed to take part on this trip. We do however require that all travellers have a sense responsibility for other travellers, project staff and local community and most importantly... a sense of fun and adventure!
