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Journey Through Vietnam
Oct. 27 - Nov. 10, 2025

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Encounter Vietnam’s breathtaking natural beauty, abiding tradition, and profoundly hospitable people on this comprehensive, 15-day journey. Joining a small group limited to 24 travelers, see the country’s many highlights and spend two days in the beautiful, remote Mekong Delta. Get acquainted first with the French-accented capital, Hanoi, during a three-night stay, touring the Ancient Quarter and other historic sites and sampling local cuisine. Explore stunning Ha Long Bay on a full-day excursion by boat. Traveling on to Da Nang, tour the acclaimed Cham Museum. Enjoy a relaxing, three-night interlude in this splendid setting.


Visit Hoi An and its charming Old Town, a UNESCO site, then take a cooking lesson. A walking tour of a farming settlement reveals its daily life up close. Journey next to Hue for exploration of the vast Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO site, and a cyclo ride, followed by dinner with traditional music. Cruise the Perfume River to peaceful Thien Mu Pagoda, an important Buddhist monastery, and to the palatial Tomb of Minh Mang. Spending the following two nights in a riverside hotel in Can Tho, experience river life in the storied Mekong Delta, visiting a lively floating market by boat then exploring the Mekong’s tributaries by sampan. With three final nights in vibrant Saigon, see the city’s sights, including the notorious Cu Chi Tunnels, attend a traditional water puppet performance and enjoy independent exploration. Discover Angkor Wat’s amazing temples and Phnom Penh with an optional 5-day/3-night post-tour extension.

Day 1 - Depart U.S.Vietnam Map
Day 2 - Hanoi, Vietnam
Day 3 - Hanoi

Day 4 - Hanoi | Ha Long Bay
Day 5 - Hanoi | Da Nang

Day 6 - Da Nang | Hoi An
Day 7 - Da Nang
Day 8 - Da Nang | Hue
Day 9 - Hue
Day 10 - Hue | Da Nang | Can Tho
Day 11 - Can Tho | Mekong Delta
Day 12 - Mekong Delta | Saigon
Day 13 - Saigon
Day 14 - Saigon
Day 15 - Depart for home city

Base Price: from $4,897* (air and taxes included) per person, based on double occupancy

  • Additional solo supplement of $1,495.
  • *Pricing dependent on departure city; Airline fees and taxes subject to change.
  • Air upgrades may be available. Contact Odysseys Unlimited directly at (888) 370-6765 for options.

Inclusions:

  • 13 nights accommodations in Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels.
  • 13 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinner including a Farewell Dinner.
  • See brochure for full details.
  • Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
  • There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room.  Membership is open to anyone.  Learn more.
  • By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
  • The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants.  Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
  • Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
  • Phone: (877) 962-3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
  • Email: travel@unc.edu
  • All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received. 
  • If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
  • If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email.  This information must be provided in order to hold a room.