
Journey through Vietnam
Explore Vietnam’s treasures: Ha Long Bay cruise, floating markets, and historic cities.
Highlights
- Experience Vietnam’s top sites with a small-group itinerary that includes Hanoi’s rich history and culture.
- Cruise the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, explore Hue’s ancient imperial capital, and stroll through Hoi An.
- Explore the acclaimed Museum of Cham Sculpture, visit a traditional farming settlement, and enjoy a tour of the Mekong Delta.
- Marvel at the floating market of Cai Rang and enjoy guided tours of Saigon, a city blending old and new.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart U.S. for Hanoi, Vietnam
Day 2: Hanoi
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: Saigon | Depart for U.S.
Host
Susan Gass
U-M Role
I have devoted my career to helping students find their academic paths and make the most of their experiences. My focus has always been international, reading scholarship applications for Fulbright, evaluating study abroad programs, welcoming our exchange students, and leading student trips abroad.
What Excites You About the Trip?
I love learning languages and was fortunate enough to take a year of Vietnamese at U-M. It is an extremely difficult tonal language, and I can’t begin to claim that I speak well. It does, however, offer fascinating glimpses into the Vietnamese culture. I traveled to Vietnam some 20 years ago, and I can’t wait to return. Sailing in Ha Long Bay was one of the more beautiful things I’ve ever done.
Starting price
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