Picture this: You're drifting through emerald waters on a traditional wooden junk boat under starlit skies. You're learning to cook authentic noodles from youth culinary students in a charming riverside town. You're crafting lanterns by hand in one of Vietnam's most enchanting old towns. You're exploring hidden tunnels that tell stories of resilience and history.
This isn't just any tour—this is
Journeys: Explore Vietnam, and I'm personally hosting a private group departure from April 4-16, 2027.
What Makes This Trip Unforgettable
Over 13 days, you'll experience the real Vietnam—not from a tour bus window, but from the heart. Here's what's included:
Included Experiences:
12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners
All internal flights between Hanoi, Hue, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City
Private transportation throughout
An overnight stay aboard a traditional junk boat cruising Halong Bay's limestone karsts
Guided tour of the Imperial Citadel and Emperor's Tombs in Hue
Lunch at a Buddhist nunnery with vegetarian cuisine
Traditional lantern-making workshop in Hoi An (a memory you'll treasure forever)
Cooking class at Oodles of Noodles—learn from local youth while supporting a social enterprise
Guided tours of historic sites: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hoa Lo Prison, and the Cu Chi Tunnels
Cyclo ride through Hanoi's vibrant Old Quarter
Visits to two incredible G for Good projects that empower local communities
Why Travel with Me:
When you book with Walnut Grove Travel, you're not just getting any Trave Agency—you're getting a real person who cares about every detail of your adventure. As your host, I'll be there from start to finish, making sure everything runs smoothly, answering your questions, and helping you get the most out of every moment. No call centers, no faceless booking sites. Just expert guidance and peace of mind.
Plus, you'll travel with a small, carefully curated group (max 16 people) led by a National Geographic Expedition Leader who brings local insight and unforgettable stories to life.
The Details
Dates: April 4-16, 2027
Price: Starting at $3,399 per person
Group Size: Maximum 16
Note: International flights are not included, but I'm happy to help you arrange those and you can fly the same flights as Jesse!
Next Steps
This is a hosted private departure, which means spots are limited and filling up. If Vietnam has been on your bucket list, now is the time to take action.
Ready to turn your travel dreams into reality?
Give me a call at (604) 888-6020 or
email jesse@walnutgrovetravel.com
Let's start planning. I'll walk you through everything—from visa requirements to packing tips to the best questions to ask before you go.
I genuinely believe this trip will change how you see the world. I can't wait to take you there.
