A good start with the best coffee i've ever had by the lake nr Hanoi Hotel
The holiday was extremely varied, showing so many aspects of Vietnam - chaotic cities with 'formation dancing' motorbikes ignoring most traffic lights but managing never to collide - the peace and quiet of Halong Bay and the Mekong Delta.
The hotels and their buffet breakfasts were all top class, the 'homestay' was more like a basic 'eco hotel' , was in a peaceful spot and had bikes you could borrow.
The original itinerary bike trip in Hue was discontinued, but made up for in Hoi An, with a ride plus a coracle and boat trip and the bonus that bikes could be kept for the rest of the day.
I took advantage of this whilst Margaret went for the best massage she has ever had!
The Reunification Express was very comfortable and could only be improved on if you were allowed to hang out of the doors or ride on the roof.!
I could have done without the CuChi tunnels and would have preferred a 2/3 hr walk in quiet, scenic countryside as an option.
All in all - A great holiday with a great group.
Trip to Vietnam and Bali in 15 day was great! Trip to Vietnam and Bali in 15 day was great! Dat sent us all information before the trip and supported every time we needed. Hotels were clean, transfers were punctual, guides were friendly, meals were tasty. Nothing to complain!
This is a late review but I wanted to add the avalanche of positive reviews for this trip. Vietnam is not one of the 'main' tourist destinations, but it should be. Its a lovely country with a rich history and a friendly people.