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Experience the joys of small-ship cruising in Vietnam on a journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
With miles of beautiful coastline, much of which most travellers don’t get the opportunity to witness, Vietnam shines with new light when seen from the comfort of a small cruise ship. Climb aboard the plush Panorama II for a memorable journey from Hanoi, in the north, to Ho Chi Minh City, in the south. Without forgetting iconic Ha Long Bay, lively Nha Trang and the old town of Hoi An, experience the destinations seldom seen by anyone but local fisherman. Contrast tiny islands and traditional village life with the likes of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, an unspoiled paradise where tourism is yet to gain a firm footing. The ideal combination of leisure and adventure, this comfortable small-ship cruise with Peregrine is bound to create to make lifelong memories for lovers of South East Asia.
- Start
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Finish
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Destination
- Vietnam
- Style
- Peregrine
- Theme
- Adventure Cruising
- Code
- PANS
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 48
Why you'll love this trip
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Be enchanted by the dreamlike scenery of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam’s must-see natural wonder of limestone islands
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Venture to where relatively few tourists have gone before – the extraordinary Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, where caves as long as 30 kilometres were discovered only recently
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Spend time at the Vinh Moc tunnels and Khe Sanh Combat Base, both of which provide an eye-opening insight into the America-Vietnam war
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Gain insight into an age-old craft with a pottery demonstration in Bau Truc, the oldest pottery village in South East Asia
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Drop anchor in Phan Tiet to see the gigantic Tra Cu reclining Buddha, the Fairy Spring and the remarkable sand dunes of Mui Ne
Is this trip right for you?
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This is a small ship adventure cruise, which means you’ll be sailing on a yacht with 30–50 other people. The boat is spacious and comfortable, but it focuses more on the destination than onboard activities. Instead of a pool, we have the sea itself. Instead of a casino, we’ve got board games and a good book. There’s also no formal dress code to worry about. Wi-Fi is available for a small charge.
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Our ship moves under engine power, rather than sailing, so all cabins will experience light engine noise when the ship is moving (and occasionally when we drop anchor). It’s probably worth packing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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If you’re concerned about seasickness, there are seasickness tablets onboard. The ship will experience some roll and pitch in choppy conditions, however all of our ships come equipped with stabilisers to minimise movement. Most of our departures run in peak season, when the seas are calmer. Your crew will do all they can to minimise any discomfort.
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There are no lifts (elevators) on-board our ships, so you’ll have to navigate a few steep flights of stairs. Handrails are always available.
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Boats
Panorama II

On this itinerary, you'll be travelling aboard the Panorama II
Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
A complimentary arrival transfer will be provided if you arrive today, or if you arrive earlier and have booked with Peregrine to stay at the joining hotel.Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Local Lunch
- Hanoi - Old Quarter Tour
- Hanoi - Local water puppet performance
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Kayaking from the Panorama II - Free
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Please note - local laws require that we have a security guard on board our boat at all times during our time in the Halong Bay area.Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Phong Nha National Park Visit
- Thien Duong Caves Visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Vinh Moc Tunnel site visit
- Khe Sanh Combat Base visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Vegetarian lunch at Hue Pagoda
- Guided Walking Tour of Hue
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
As this is a combination trip, the makeup of the group may change today, with some passengers joining and others departing.Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Hoi An City Tour
Optional Activities
- Bike tour - Free
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Snorkelling
- Kayaking from the Panorama II
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Twin Cham Towers Visit
- Quang Trung (Warlord Museum) Visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore or relax on one of Nha Trang's stunning beaches.
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Nha Trang City Tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Small Cruise Ship (1 night)
Included Activities
- Bau Truc Village Visit
- Po Klong Garai Cham Towers Visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/Y Panorama II (1 night)
Included Activities
- Farewell Dinner
- Fairy Spring Falls & Sand Dunes Visit at Mui Ne
- Cable Car to Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 13 dinnersTransport
Small cruise ship, zodiac, busAccommodation
Small ship cruise (14 nights)Included Activities
- Local Lunch
- Hanoi - Old Quarter Tour
- Hanoi - Local water puppet performance
- Phong Nha National Park Visit
- Thien Duong Caves Visit
- Vinh Moc Tunnel site visit
- Khe Sanh Combat Base visit
- Vegetarian lunch at Hue Pagoda
- Guided Walking Tour of Hue
- Hoi An City Tour
- Snorkelling
- Kayaking from the Panorama II
- Twin Cham Towers Visit
- Quang Trung (Warlord Museum) Visit
- Nha Trang City Tour
- Bau Truc Village Visit
- Po Klong Garai Cham Towers Visit
- Farewell Dinner
- Fairy Spring Falls & Sand Dunes Visit at Mui Ne
- Cable Car to Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda
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Important notes
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Adventure Cruising trips have a deposit of A$600 per person (different amounts apply in other currencies) and the balance is due 90 days before departure.
If a booking is cancelled 90 days or more before departure - the cancellation fee is the full loss of the deposit paid.
If a booking is cancelled between 89 and 31 days before departure - the cancellation fee is 50% of the total booking cost, or the deposit, whichever is greater.
if a booking is cancelled 30 days or less prior to departure - the cancellation fee is 100% of the total price of the voyage.
Other fees may apply for air tickets and other arrangements booked in conjunction with a voyage.
SINGLE TRAVELLERS
Rooming on this trip is twin-share. Single travellers will share a Twin room with another traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer not to share, a single cabin supplement is available at an additional charge.
Please note, it is not possible to share with a stranger in any double cabin category (as bedding in these cabins is one double bed).
This trip is made up of 2 shorter itineraries. Danang is the start/end point for the shorter trips so there will be some changing over of both passengers, and possibly tour leaders in Danang.

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