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<em>Pho</em>, one of Vietnam's most beloved dishes
Map of Flavors of Vietnam: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh - 12 Days
Flavors of Vietnam: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh - 12 Days

Get to the heart of Vietnam through its cuisine on this delectable 12-day itinerary. Start in Hanoi to breeze around the capital by Vespa and search out the city's best banh mi and bun cha. Board an overnight cruise through the fantastical islets (and fresh seafood) of Ha Long Bay, then head south to Hoi An for renowned street food and an immersive cooking class. Continue to Ho Chi Minh City to end your trip and awaken your senses with an incredible "dining in the dark" experience.

Bountiful produce at a traditional floating market
Map of Vietnam Culinary Adventure - 8 Days
Vietnam Culinary Adventure - 8 Days

Perfect for avowed foodies and aspiring chefs, this hands-on, 8-day itinerary introduces you to the many flavors of Vietnam. Seek out the best banh mi sandwiches in Hanoi, savor freshly caught seafood on Ha Long Bay, and learn to cook the perfect bowl of pho in Hoi An. Search for Ho Chi Minh City's best street food by scooter, then head into the Mekong Delta for a peaceful day trip of floating markets and countryside cycling.

Explore the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine
Map of Ginger & Lemongrass: A Vietnam Culinary Experience - 11 Days
Ginger & Lemongrass: A Vietnam Culinary Experience - 11 Days

Delight your senses on this flavorful, 11-day journey through Vietnamese cuisine. Get off the beaten path to find Hanoi's best noodle shops, take a cruise through Ha Long Bay for spectacular seafood and scenery, and sit down to a memorable dinner in one of Hue's most famous historic homes. Save room for a motorbike tour through Ho Chi Minh's street food stalls, then head to the Mekong Delta to see the floating market of Cai Be.

Indulge in the fresh and flavorful Vietnamese cuisine on this two-week culinary journey
Map of Vietnamese Culinary Journey: Hanoi, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh - 14 Days
Vietnamese Culinary Journey: Hanoi, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh - 14 Days

Discover the culinary cuisine of Vietnam firsthand as you delight your tastebuds from north to south on this two-week odyssey of food. Start in Hanoi and learn the tricks of Vietnamese cuisine from a master chef. Delight in fresh seafood as you cruise along Ha Long Bay and swim at leisure. Take a food tour in the peaceful countryside of Hoi An and enjoy a basket boat ride. Eat your way through Ho Chi Minh on the back of a Vespa before winding down your journey with a sunset cruise on the Saigon River.

Dine on (and learn to prepare) classic Vietnamese dishes like spring rolls and banh mi
Map of Flavors of Vietnam - 10 Days
Flavors of Vietnam - 10 Days

Immerse yourself in one of the world's great food cultures on a 10-day jaunt across Vietnam. In the capital of Hanoi, you'll discover ancient landmarks and learn Vietnamese cooking under the tutelage of a master chef. After an overnight cruise on the quasi-fantastical Ha Long Bay, you'll head south for more food and city tours in romantic Hoi An and dynamic Ho Chi Minh City.

Order tasty street food from the locals in Hanoi
Map of Authentic Vietnam - 13 Days
Authentic Vietnam - 13 Days

On this epic 13-day journey, you'll discover Vietnam's unique highlights and hidden wonders, from Hanoi's Old Town to the backstreets of Ho Chi Minh City. In the former, go sightseeing and indulge in delicious street food before cruising through dramatic scenery in Ha Long Bay. Then it's time to see ancient sites in Hue and Hoi An, on the central coast, followed by quality time in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta.

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Travel specialist Lucy Do
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Lucy Do

My name is Lucy, I live in Hanoi, Vietnam, and I am helping travelers to arrange their dream vacations. Exploring the world has always inspired me, and I have always been looking for opportunities...

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Travel specialist Trang Pham
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Trang Pham

I love travelling, I have travelled to most places in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand and I have over 14 years of experience working in tourism. I want to assist travellers discover beautiful...

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Travel specialist Long Dao
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Long Dao

Hi, my name is Long. I am a young and passionate travel specialist from Vietnam. I was in love with travel since I was a child and always wanted it to be a part of my life. My idea about...

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Travel specialist Alex Dang
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Alex Dang

This is Alex Dang, a travel specialist with over 5 years of experience in crafting bespoke journeys. Before joining Kimkim, I successfully designed and delivered tailor-made experiences for nearly...

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Trip Reviews for Vietnam

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

A fantastic, amazing trip!
Vietnam | Mar 16 - Mar 23, 2026

Brian
Brian G.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
A fantastic trip! We did some reading before we came to Vietnam, but our experience was even better than we could’ve imagined… The people are wonderful… The sites are incredible… The history is amazing… So many beautiful colors and textures and sights… our guide, Ha, is one of the best guides we have ever worked with… So knowledgeable… Incredibly helpful… He customize each part of the trip just for us… He gave so much time and energy to us… Five stars! Read more

A fantastic trip! We did some reading before we came to Vietnam, but our experience was even better than we could’ve imagined… The people are wonderful… The sites are incredible… The history is amazing… So many beautiful colors and textures and sights… our guide, Ha, is one of the best guides we have ever worked with… So knowledgeable… Incredibly helpful… He customize each part of the trip just for us… He gave so much time and energy to us… Five stars!

Hotel Reviews
Dragon Legend Cruise
Hon Gai

Quaint, but a little dated

Authenticity & Character
Location
Ha long bay is beautiful
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tam Coc Garden Resort
Ninh Binh

This hotel was one of the highlights of our trip… Located in the beautiful countryside… Surrounded by rice patties, and beautiful mountains… Very peaceful… Like having your own little home out in the Vietnamese country…

Authenticity & Character
Like going back to another time… Having our own bungalow out in the middle of the Vietnamese countryside…
Location
Quiet, peaceful location
Staff
Friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
The housekeeping team was perfectionistic… Whenever we came back to our room, everything was laid out and such a beautiful way…
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Hanoi

We had a beautiful sweet with a view of the old quarter of Henway… Centrally located… Fantastic staff… Great restaurants… We really enjoyed the experience… Would definitely return…

Authenticity & Character
Tastefully decorated, and lovely facilities…
Location
Right in the heart of the old quarter
Staff
Everyone was super helpful and very friend
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room was very quiet and comfortable… A relaxing retreat…
Activity Reviews
Hanoi Departure - Goodbye Vietnam!
Hanoi Departure - Goodbye Vietnam!
Vietnam

Because we had several hours before we departed, we were able to go to the train street and watch the train go by right next to us as we enjoyed some Vietnamese coffee

Quality of Experience
Free at your leisure in Hanoi
Free at your leisure in Hanoi
Hanoi

It was nice to have a day off to relax on our last full day in Vietnam…

Quality of Experience
We were able to go to a barber and get a haircut and I also had a manicure and pedicure
Food
Great to eat with locals… It’s nice to travel to another country and only eat with local people… No tourists!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ha, our guide was the very best
Transport
Bai Tu Long Bay - Tuan Chau Harbour (Dragon Legend Cruise) - Return to Hanoi
Bai Tu Long Bay - Tuan Chau Harbour (Dragon Legend Cruise) - Return to Hanoi
Vietnam

This was our least favorite part of the trip

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay with Dragon Legend Cruise
Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay with Dragon Legend Cruise
Vietnam

Although it was good to see Ha Long bay, this was our least favorite part of the entire trip

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hanoi - Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu - Trang An Grottoes
Hanoi - Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu - Trang An Grottoes
Vietnam

Seeing historical buildings and experiencing the beautiful lakes and grottos and temples was truly an experience of a lifetime

Quality of Experience
Seeing the ancient temples and taking the quiet boat ride through the caves and nearly the temples was amazing
Food
We had quite a feast at one of the local establishments… Our guide helped us choose what to have and it was all great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ha, our guide was excellent… Very knowledgeable… Always taking care of us…
Transport
Explore the Rural Villages nearby Hanoi city (Half Day)
Explore the Rural Villages nearby Hanoi city (Half Day)
Hanoi

We did not explore rural villages near Hanoi… Instead, we did an in-depth exploration of the old quarter… Weaving in and out of small alleys and intimate courtyards… We even went to the black market, which was amazing and fun…

Quality of Experience
Our guide, Ha, was excellent and customize the experience just for us… Super knowledgeable… Fun to be with… Took care of us the whole time…
Food
Eating in small, local establishments, where the real people of Vietnam eat was really fun…
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Ha, was excellent and customize the experience just for us… Super knowledgeable… Fun to be with… Took care of us the whole time
Transport
Local specialist: Camellia Nguyen
Photo taken by Brian G
Photo taken by Brian G
Photo taken by Brian G
Camellia
Camellia Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Mar 31, 2026

Dear Brian,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

We are truly delighted to hear that your trip to Vietnam exceeded your expectations. Your kind words about the people, landscapes, and rich culture mean a lot to us. It’s especially rewarding to know that you had such a great experience with Ha, he will be very happy to hear your praise. We are proud to have him on our team.

Thank you again for trusting us with your journey. We hope to welcome you back to Vietnam in the future for more amazing experiences.

Warm regards,
Camellia

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SE Asia booked with Doris of KimKim
Vietnam | Feb 28 - Mar 18, 2026

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Dawn Denice R.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Doris was quick, efficient, and friendly in all our interactions in planning and executing our trip to SE Asia. When there were changes during the trip, she was very accommodating and continued to be available to us as needed. Doris was quick in responding to our quesitons. The accommodations were lovely and the tour beat all our expectations. I would book with KimKim again and if Doris was our agent, it would make us happy. Read more

Doris was quick, efficient, and friendly in all our interactions in planning and executing our trip to SE Asia. When there were changes during the trip, she was very accommodating and continued to be available to us as needed. Doris was quick in responding to our quesitons. The accommodations were lovely and the tour beat all our expectations. I would book with KimKim again and if Doris was our agent, it would make us happy.

Activity Review
Bangkok - Railway market - Floating market
Bangkok - Railway market - Floating market
Bangkok

This was unique for us and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I had reduced mobility and it was no trouble having help getting in and out of the boat. We highly recommend putting this on everyone's list.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very alert to shoppers' needs and directed the boat to the wants of the travelers
Transport
Local specialist: Doris Bui
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Amazing Trip to Southeast Asia!!
Vietnam | Mar 5 - Mar 23, 2026

N
Naomi W.
East Norwalk, CT | Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
We had an amazing trip to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Bangkok. Everything was so well-arranged by Ashley our travel agent in Hanoi. Drivers picked us up on time with excellent guides to show us the sites in each country. The hotels selected by Ashley were top-notch. The activities were both interesting and enjoyable. I highly recommend Ashley and her team. Read more

We had an amazing trip to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Bangkok. Everything was so well-arranged by Ashley our travel agent in Hanoi. Drivers picked us up on time with excellent guides to show us the sites in each country. The hotels selected by Ashley were top-notch. The activities were both interesting and enjoyable. I highly recommend Ashley and her team.

Hotel Reviews
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok
Bangkok
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
We asked for a refund since we didn't have hot water for showers and they would not cooperate.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cold showers!
Satri House

Beautiful old hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Needs better signage in the hotel. Difficult to find your way around the hotel.
Treeline Urban Resort
Siem Reap
Authenticity & Character
Location
The in town location was perfect. It allowed us to explore Siem Reap easily.
Staff
Super friendly and nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hôtel des Arts Saigon - MGallery Collection
Ho Chi Minh City
Authenticity & Character
Great breakfast.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bhaya Soul Cruise
Hanoi

This was a beautiful boat with great food.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Oriental Jade Hotel
Hanoi
Authenticity & Character
Great breakfast.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Mandalao Elephant Conservation
Mandalao Elephant Conservation
Luang Prabang

Great way to see the elephants in their natural environment. No exploitation here.

Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus Show
Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus Show
Siem Reap

Excellent show. Good evening activity.

Full day Angkor sightseeing and Ta Prohm temple
Full day Angkor sightseeing and Ta Prohm temple
Siem Reap

Great site and great guide.

Cycling in Cam Thanh & Thanh Dong Organic Farm Visit
Cycling in Cam Thanh & Thanh Dong Organic Farm Visit
Vietnam

Very interesting and well done.

Bhaya Soul - Exclusive Wellness Series (Day 1)
Bhaya Soul - Exclusive Wellness Series (Day 1)
Ha Long Bay

Beautiful boat with a great staff.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hoa Lu And Tam Coc Exploration
Hoa Lu And Tam Coc Exploration
Vietnam

Too much traffic getting there and back.site was crowded.

Quality of Experience
Transport
Too much traffic.
Highlight of Hanoi Full-Day City Tour - Exploring Vietnamese Culture & History
Highlight of Hanoi Full-Day City Tour - Exploring Vietnamese Culture & History
Hanoi

Minh was a great guide.

VIP Fast Track Service
VIP Fast Track Service
Vietnam
Local specialist: Ashley Nguyen
Ashley
Ashley Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Mar 26, 2026

Dear Naomi and Jeff,

Thank you for the high recommendation! It was an honor to arrange your stay in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Bangkok. We’re so glad you enjoyed the top-notch service and interesting activities.

Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon!

Best wishes,
Ashley

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