Vietnam
COMING SOON | SPRING 2026
Vietnam: North to South
10 days 1 country 4 cities
🛫 START: Hanoi 🛬 END: Ho Chi Minh City
🚐 Plane • Cruise • Private Van 👯♀️ MAX 12 WOMEN
🏨 9 NIGHTS IN HIGH-END BOUTIQUE HOTELS & CRUISE
Our 10-day women-only journey reveals Vietnam’s vibrant contrasts—ancient temples, lantern-lit cities, lush rice paddies, and modern riverfront skylines. We’ll explore Hanoi’s bustling streets, sail through the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, and slow down in the charm of Hoi An with hands-on cooking classes and market visits. Designed for women who value connection, comfort, and cultural depth, this immersive experience blends relaxation with meaningful discovery at every turn.
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🏨 High-end accommodations in boutique hotels and resorts
👨🍳 Exclusive private chef experiences, and cooking with locals!
🌼 Private TDJ Trip Facilitator (Dandies) + Local Guides
🚐 All in-country transportation (Flights, Cruise, Private Van)
🏛️ Entrance fees and private access to exclusive sites
🤍 All Curated Experiences & Excursions
🥂 Signature welcome and farewell dinners
🛳️ 1-night luxury Ha Long Bay cruise with kayaking, seafood dinners, and sunset cocktails
🌾 Vietnamese cooking class, farm visit, and rice paper-making workshop in Hoi An
🛶 Bamboo basket boat ride through coconut groves (yes, with a dance party!)
🏠 Home-hosted lunch with a local family in Saigon
🤝 Pre-trip support, group calls, and personalized packing list
💰 All Standard Gratuities
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NOT INCLUDED:
✈️ International Flights to/from Vietnam
✨ Domestic Flight Upgrades
🧳 Extra Baggage or Weight Fees
🛍️ Personal items, room service, gratuities for guides or hotel staff
🥂 Alcohol outside listed meals
📋 Travel Insurance
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Destination Highlights
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Hanoi
Vietnam’s lively capital blends centuries of history with nonstop energy. Walk the bustling Old Quarter, visit iconic landmarks, and sample street food that’s become world-famous.
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Ha Long Bay
Sail through misty emerald waters and towering limestone islands on a luxury overnight cruise. This UNESCO wonder is peaceful, breathtaking, and unforgettable.
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Hoi An
Charming and colorful, Hoi An is known for its lantern-lit streets, custom tailoring, and hands-on culinary experiences. It’s where history and creativity meet.
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Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)
Fast-paced and full of flavor, Saigon offers a striking mix of old and new. Think French architecture, buzzing markets, and bold southern Vietnamese cuisine.
Days 1 - 3
HANOI
We begin our adventure in Hanoi, Vietnam’s captivating capital, where ancient history and dynamic street life blend seamlessly. This city pulses with energy—motorbikes buzz past colonial mansions, incense wafts from centuries-old pagodas, and locals gather for egg coffee at street corner cafés. It's a city of contrasts and character, where every alley holds a story.
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Gather with your fellow travelers for a warm welcome dinner in the heart of Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter. Savor authentic northern Vietnamese dishes as we toast to the journey ahead and begin forming new friendships.
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Step into Vietnam’s rich history as we visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, stroll through the Presidential Palace grounds, and marvel at the One Pillar Pagoda—a unique wooden temple rising from a lotus pond.
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Wander through Hanoi’s labyrinth of streets where local life unfolds—vendors selling herbs, temples tucked between cafes, and scooters zipping past French balconies. We’ll pause for a coffee stop at the iconic Train Street, where trains pass just inches from local homes.
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Experience Hanoi like a local from the seat of a vintage military Jeep. We’ll cruise through lesser-known neighborhoods, lakeside boulevards, and vibrant markets, ending with a delicious dinner at a hidden local gem.
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Days 4-5
HA LONG BAY
Next, we journey to Ha Long Bay—a surreal seascape of emerald waters and towering limestone islands. Aboard a luxury overnight cruise, we sail through this UNESCO World Heritage Site, soaking up natural beauty and serenity at every turn.
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Paddle through tranquil lagoons beneath limestone cliffs and explore hidden caves only accessible by water. Keep an eye out for monkeys in the trees and jellyfish drifting beneath your kayak.
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Learn how to prepare classic Vietnamese dishes from the onboard chef, then enjoy a multi-course dinner featuring fresh-caught seafood. Dietary preferences are happily accommodated.
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Toast the golden hour with cocktails on the sundeck, then settle in for a festive evening of stargazing, laughter, and indulgent cuisine—all while gently floating in one of the most breathtaking places on Earth.
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Days 6-7
HOI AN
We continue to Hoi An, a riverside town that feels like a living postcard. Lanterns sway in the breeze, bicycles glide past mustard-yellow facades, and ancient traditions meet modern creativity. It’s a place to slow down, connect, and be charmed.
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Start your day with a stroll through a colorful local market. Chat with vendors, sample exotic produce, and gain a deeper understanding of Vietnamese ingredients and daily life.
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We’ll head to the countryside for a day on a local farm. Join your hosts in planting herbs, making traditional rice paper by hand, and preparing a home-cooked Vietnamese meal from scratch—then enjoy your creations together.
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Climb into a traditional round bamboo boat for a playful spin through the coconut palm–lined waterways. This joyful ride always ends in a spontaneous dance party on the water, complete with drumming and big belly laughs.
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Days 8-10
HO CHI MINH CITY
We end in Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon), a vibrant metropolis that pulses with energy, ambition, and deeply rooted history. Skyscrapers rise beside French colonial buildings, and the smell of pho fills the air. It’s a city of stories and contrasts, and the perfect place to reflect on our journey.
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Explore key landmarks that trace Vietnam’s journey through colonialism, war, and reunification. We’ll visit the Reunification Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the grand Central Post Office.
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Venture into the countryside to explore the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. Learn how the Viet Cong used this vast underground network during wartime—and experience the ingenuity, hardship, and resilience firsthand.
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Sit down for a traditional lunch inside a local home. This heartfelt exchange offers a window into everyday life and is often one of the most memorable moments of the trip.
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We gather one last time to toast to a journey well-traveled. Share laughter, stories, and delicious bites as we say goodbye—for now—with hearts full and friendships forged.
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Find Your Perfect Trip
IS THIS TRIP FOR YOU?
The Dandelion Journals experiences are designed around shared values of kindness, curiosity, and connection. We prioritize respect for fellow travelers, for local cultures, and for the unpredictability of travel itself. If these qualities describe you, you’ll thrive on this journey.
You are:
Flexible, open-minded, and easy-going, embracing a range of experiences
Positive and optimistic, especially when things don’t go as planned
Interested in forming genuine connections and friendships with other women
Respectful of different cultures, people, and the natural world
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A LITTLE MORE INFO…
This trip includes a blend of relaxed moments and immersive adventures—from kayaking in Ha Long Bay to cycling through rice fields and even participating in farming and cooking with locals in Hoi An. If you love hands-on cultural experiences, you’ll love this.
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are energetic, buzzing hubs with fast-paced energy and a bit of beautiful chaos. Be ready to embrace organized disorder and vibrant street life.
In contrast, Hoi An and Ha Long Bay offer slower-paced, more tranquil vibes with opportunities to explore, unwind, and connect with nature. This dynamic mix makes Vietnam a uniquely rich destination.
Our itinerary includes coach transfers and domestic flights. Some travel days can be 1–2 hours on the road. Please be comfortable with occasional long travel segments.
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PRICES & OPTIONS
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FAQS
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Our trips are designed for women of all ages who are passionate about travel, adventure, and cultural immersion. Ag
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Absolutely. Many women join our journeys solo and end up forming deep, lasting friendships. The environment is warm, inclusive, and designed for connection.
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We do! Reach out to us directly to arrange your personalized plan.
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It’s not required, but highly recommended to protect your investment. We will provide recommended options upon booking.
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We accommodate dietary needs and restrictions. Please inform us of your preferences when booking.
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The official language is Vietnamese. However, English is commonly spoken in major cities, hotels, and tourist destinations.
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Expect a mix of fresh, flavorful Vietnamese cuisine including pho, banh mi, fresh spring rolls, seafood, and tropical fruits, as well as fusion and international options in upscale dining experiences.
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Most travelers do require a visa. We will guide you through the simple e-visa application process and provide support as needed.
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Absolutely! Many of our travelers come solo and share rooms—it’s one of the best ways to form deeper connections. We’ll pair you with a roommate, or after meeting fellow travelers on pre-trip calls, you can request a room with someone specific.
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We do! If you’re interested in setting up a payment plan, please reach out to us directly:
📧 letsgo@thedandelionjournals.com
📞 +1 (678) 692-6584
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