8 Day School Tour Though Vietnam

Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), you'll be warmly greeted by our tour guide and transferred to your hotel (check-in time: 2:00 PM).
In the afternoon, join an orientation session covering safety guidelines, cultural norms, and an overview of the trip. Then head out for a light city walk to Nguyen Hue Walking Street, where you’ll catch your first glimpse of the city’s energy and French colonial architecture.
Return to the hotel for rest before enjoying a welcome dinner at a Vietnamese restaurant.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
 

After breakfast, begin your day with visits to key historical landmarks:
•    Reunification Palace the former presidential residence of South Vietnam and an important symbol marking the end of the Vietnam War.
•    War Remnants Museum where powerful exhibits offer insights into the country’s recent history.
Following the visits, take part in a 30-minute LEAP activity designed to reflect on the morning's history lessons.
In the afternoon, explore Chinatown (Cho Lon) and visit Thien Hau Pagoda, dedicated to the goddess of the sea. Conclude the day with a lively visit to Ben Thanh Market, where you can sample local street food and practice simple bargaining skills.
Return to the hotel for rest.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
 

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a short flight to Da Lat – a scenic highland town known for its cool climate and French villas.
Upon arrival, check in to your hotel (2:00 PM). In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely bike ride around Xuan Huong Lake and visit the charming Da Lat Railway Station.
Dinner will be served at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Da Lat
 

Today is all about understanding Vietnam’s agricultural heritage.
Spend the day visiting a local coffee farm to learn about the bean-to-cup process, from planting to roasting. Participate in a hands-on coffee-making experience.
Stroll through the scenic tea plantations and the tranquil countryside surrounding Da Lat.
Return to your hotel for rest and dinner.
LEAP: 
•    The journey from farm to cup
•    Fair trade & ethical sourcing
•    Local farming practices
•    Organic coffee
Overnight in Da Lat.
 

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam.
Upon arrival, head to the city center and check in to your hotel (2:00 PM). In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour around Hoan Kiem Lake, visit Ngoc Son Temple, and admire the St. Joseph’s Cathedral.
Free evening to explore the Old Quarter and taste local street delicacies.
Overnight in Hanoi
 

Start the day with a trip to Duong Lam Ancient Village, a living museum of rural life in northern Vietnam. Enjoy a bike ride through peaceful alleys and rice paddies, observing traditional architecture and local lifestyles.
Return to Hanoi in the afternoon to visit the historic Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university.
Dinner at KOTO Restaurant, a social enterprise that trains underprivileged youth.
Overnight at the hotel.
LEAP: 
•    Values Traditional
•    How to preserve
Overnight in Hanoi
 

Depart early for a full-day trip to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Board a traditional boat and cruise past limestone karsts, caves, and floating villages. Activities include kayaking and swimming in designated areas.
In the late afternoon, return to Hanoi. Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi
 

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
End of tour.