Overview
Vietnam – A Symphony of Culture, Nature & Adventure
From ancient towns to tropical islands, Vietnam welcomes Indian travellers with breathtaking landscapes, vibrant street life, and warm smiles.
🌸 Why Visit Vietnam
Vietnam is one of the most trending destinations for Indian tourists — offering visa-on-arrival convenience, affordable luxury, and a perfect blend of culture and modernity. With direct flights from India and diverse experiences, it’s ideal for families, honeymooners, and group travellers alike.
The origin of the word “travel” is most likely lost to history. The term “travel” may originate from the Old French word travail, which means ‘work’. According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word travel was in the 14th century.
Highlights
- Trek to the world-famous Everest Base Camp
- Enjoy the amazing view of the Himalayas from Kala Patthar
- Travel through the Sherpa villages of Namche, Khumjung, Khunde, and Dingboche
- Visit Tengboche the biggest and oldest monastery n the region.
Itinerary
Arrival in Hanoi – Welcome to Vietnam
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi.
Meet & greet by our local representative and transfer to your hotel.
Evening free to explore Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and Old Quarter for shopping and local food.
Optional: Enjoy a Cyclo Ride or Water Puppet Show.
Dinner at an Indian restaurant.
Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Breakfast at hotel and departure for Halong Bay (approx. 3.5 hours by road).
Arrive at the pier and board your Deluxe Cruise.
Welcome drink and check-in. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on board.
Visit Sung Sot Cave or go kayaking/swimming in the bay.
Evening sunset party and dinner onboard with entertainment.
Overnight on cruise.
Early morning Tai Chi session on the deck while watching the sunrise.
Explore Titop Island for a short hike or relaxing beach time.
Brunch onboard as the cruise sails back to the pier.
Transfer back to Hanoi.
Evening free for shopping or explore Dong Xuan Market and Hanoi Night Market.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at hotel and drive to Ninh Binh Province (approx. 2 hours).
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, home to the temples of King Dinh and King Le.
Enjoy a boat trip in Tam Coc, gliding through caves and lush rice fields.
Visit Bich Dong Pagoda — a scenic temple complex built into limestone cliffs.
Return to Hanoi by evening.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time until transfer to the airport for your return flight.
End of an unforgettable Vietnam journey!
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you don’t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
The Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses(In Kathmandu, some packages do include hotel expenses)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
