Just the best tour I've ever done I picked this trip because it was a great blend of cycling, hiking, sight seeing, shopping and kayaking for a 2 week tip in Vietnam. I loved that we got to get out of the cities and walk amongst the hill tribes of Northwestern Vietnam or cycle amongst the farmers and fishermen of the Mekong Delta. But I also appreciated all our city stops to experience the different characters and cuisine of the cities throughout Vietnam. It was also fun that transportation varied from buses to boats to ships... This trip was just a fantastic blend of activities and exercise.
Great group if youre interested in a lot of travel and partying- not enough time spent in one place with many hours of travel time. A good way to see the country and hit all the highlights, but not enough time to really get to know a place. Im on the older end of the 18-45 yo spectrum and could adapt to the frequent drinking/party nights by just going to bed early - but it also meant we didnt get going early enough in the morning for me. The tour coordinators are young social friendly people but not very knowledgeable about a region (not tour guides - but the local tour guides they use are very knowledgeable). Also I would have liked a more detailed itinerary- probably wouldnt have signed up if I knew that most dinners are at 20:00 and there are several nights that are meant for late night partying- but I was okay just doing my own thing and going to bed early. For reference I did Epic Asia (Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia)
I will continue to use Explore as it meets all my requirements now I'm taking a different style of holiday, having been widowed 6 years ago.I feel safe and looked after - the security blanket I once had with my husband. I feel I can continue to explore the world, as before and continue my life.