Tale of the Dragon: Vietnam, 18 days

  Vietnam

• Hanoi: 
Hanoi
• All Other Areas in Vietnam: 
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon),  Hue,  Hoi An

Dates: Year round departures

Description: Vietnam is an exciting, vibrant country of some 90 million people from 54 varied ethnicities. Wander the fascinating maze of Hanoi's old quarter, meet the unique and enchanting hill-tribes of the north, cruise the twisting arms of Halong Bay, bask in the historical charm of Hoi An and it's myriad silk tailors, explore Saigon's chaotic districts and markets, and take a daytrip to the Mekong Delta or infamous Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai temple.

Highlights:
* Fascinating and diverse hill tribes of Northern Vietnam
* Choice of village and market day trips, or multi-day trek, in Northern Vietnam
* Optional home-stay in hill tribe village
* Live-aboard cruise of Halong Bay (sea kayaks available)
* Historic pagodas and palaces of Hue moto day tour
* Option to visit DMZ
* World Heritage town of Hoi An markets, architecture, silks, clothing
* NGO visit looking at vocational assistance for street kids
* Markets and museums in Hanoi and Saigon
* Choice of Mekong Delta excursion, or Cu Chi tunnel and Cao Dai temple daytrip

Cost in US$: 3200

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Vietnam Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Pacific Discovery's Mission Statement: Through meaningful and challenging experiential travel, we aim to provide and assist participants in gaining the skills, confidence and insight to realize their potential in an increasingly global society; develop empathy for other cultures; further understanding of international issues; and heighten appreciation for the earth's wilderness and diversity.

Year Founded: 2001