A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Cultural immersionGuaranteed departure from 5 participants
Hiking/Junk cruise/VTC
From the Mekong Delta in the South, to the mountains in the North, inhabited by Tibeto-Burmese tribes, Vietnam reveals the beauty of its landscapes, the richness of its cultural heritage and its astonishing daily life over 1,700 km long.
A journey through time, offering the greatest diversity of landscapes and encounters, and a complete discovery of Vietnam from South to North.
Accommodation: Hotels and guest houses, sleeper train (1 night), and junk (1 night).
Carrying: Light bag (7-8 kg), personal belongings.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Cultural immersion Boat, plane, train, bus, bike, all means are good to discover all facets of Vietnam, from the Mekong Delta to the Chinese border, via Halong Bay.Guaranteed departure from 5 participants
Hiking/Junk cruise/VTC
From the Mekong Delta in the South, to the mountains in the North, inhabited by Tibeto-Burmese tribes, Vietnam reveals the beauty of its landscapes, the richness of its cultural heritage and its astonishing daily life over 1,700 km long. A journey through time, offering the greatest diversity of landscapes and encounters, and a complete discovery of Vietnam from South to North.
Accommodation: Hotels and guest houses, sleeper train (1 night), and junk (1 night).
Carrying: Light bag (7-8 kg), personal belongings.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Mekong Delta bike tours
- Hue, ancient imperial city
- Saigon and Hanoi Tours
- Hikes among the ethnic groups of the north, local markets
- Halong Bay on a junk
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Mekong Delta bike tours
- Hue, ancient imperial city
- Saigon and Hanoi Tours
- Hikes among the ethnic groups of the north, local markets
- Halong Bay on a junk
OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE OFFER
PHYSIQUE CONDITION
LEVEL OF PORTAGE
Included
- International flights, air taxes and airport transfers (if you purchased the program with the flights)
- Local transfers (road, train, air)
- Framing
- The accommodation
- Meals except those mentioned below
- All the services indicated in the program.
Not Included
- International flights, air taxes, and airport transfers (if you purchased the program without flights)
- Meals in Saigon on D2 and meals in Hanoi on Day 16
- The drinks
- Personal expenses and equipment
- The tips
- Visa fees
- Any other supplement not included in the program.
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1: Flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Attention: the start date of your stay indicated on ucpa.com corresponds to the first day of your tour in Vietnam (= day 2 of the program), and not to the day of departure from Paris.
Attention: the start date of your stay indicated on ucpa.com corresponds to the first day of your tour in Vietnam (= day 2 of the program), and not to the day of departure from Paris.
Day 2: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Reception at the airport and transfer to the city (approx. 30min drive). Depending on the arrival time of the flight, the first free discovery of the economic capital of Vietnam. Free meals. Overnight at the hotel.
Reception at the airport and transfer to the city (approx. 30min drive). Depending on the arrival time of the flight, the first free discovery of the economic capital of Vietnam. Free meals. Overnight at the hotel.
During your stay
Day 3: Mekong Delta
In the morning, visit Saigon: Cho Lon Chinatown and Tien Hau Pagoda. Then departure to the Mekong Delta.
In the morning, visit Saigon: Cho Lon Chinatown and Tien Hau Pagoda. Then departure to the Mekong Delta.
Arrival in Mo Cay around noon (approximately 2 to 2.5 hours drive). After having lunch at the local's house, departure by boat on the Hàm Luông River, through some villages and orchards. Learn how locals harvest and use coconuts. Then, departure for a nice trip on a boat (rowing) along the canals (approx. 30min of navigation). It is on board a larger boat that we sail to the house that welcomes us this evening, about 1.5 hours of navigation. At the end of the afternoon, it is possible to learn to fish using the method of local fishermen. You can also participate in the preparation of dinner. Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
Hoi Han
Day 4: Biking to Ben Tre - Domestic flight to Danang, and transfer to Hoi An
In the morning, bike ride in the vicinity of the village of Ban Tre, known as “the kingdom of coconut trees”: visit the local market and a coconut candy workshop. 10 to 15 km of cycling, or 1 hour including breaks. Back at the end of the morning to the locals for lunch. After greeting our hosts, transfer to Saigon airport, and flight to Danang in the late afternoon (approximately 2.5 hours drive). Welcome to Danang, and transfer about 45 minutes to Hoi An (30 km). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Hoi An Tour
Hoi An, a small Sino-Vietnamese town, the first foreign trading post in Vietnam, once a stopover for European sailors, classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco. Visit the main sites: the Japanese Bridge, the Chinese Temple, Tan Ky's house. After lunch, departure by bike (5 km, 30 min) in the direction of the market village of Tra Que, renowned for its aromatic herbs, especially mint and basil, whose leaves have a particular aroma. Discover the life of farmers and their techniques. Dinner with tasting of the famous village specialty, “Tam Huu”, an assortment of shrimps, pork and aromatic herbs. Return to Hoi An and overnight stay at the hotel.
NB: depending on the shape of the group, the guide may extend the bike ride.
Hue
Day 6: Hue - Bike and boat ride
Departure to Danang and Hue (130 km, 2.5 hours) by the “Cloud Pass” road. Several stops along the way including one at Lang Co beach. Arrival in Hue around noon. In the afternoon, visit the Imperial City. Then, bike ride to the Pha Tam Giang marsh (12 km, about 1 hour by bike), on a path through villages and rice fields. Boat trip to the Chuon marsh, and observation of local fishermen. Overnight at the hotel in Hue.
Day 7: Hue Tour/Sleeper Train to Hanoi
Boarding at the port of Huong Giang on a boat that takes us to Thien Mu Temple (3 km). After the visit, it is on board a boat typical of the region that we sail to the village of Thuy Bieu (10 min trip). Bike ride to discover the old houses of the village, and the famous “garden houses”, homes of the high dignitaries of the court of the time, typical of the city of Hue. We then go to the mausoleum of the ancient emperor Tu Duc (7 km by bike). Return to the city center, then transfer to the station to take the night train to Hanoi. Night on board the train (in air-conditioned compartments with four berths, 13 hours of train).
Among the ethnic groups of the Tonkin mountains
Day 8: Hanoi and Halong Bay on land
Arrival at Hanoi station in the morning, welcome by your guide, and transfer to a hotel for breakfast, possibility of refreshing yourself in a room reserved for “day-use”. Visit to the Museum of Ethnography in Hanoi. After the visit, drive to the regions of Yen Bai and Mu Cang Chai, and more precisely to the Thai village of Tu Le, far from mass tourism (245 km, 6 hours drive). Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
Day 9: Hike in the Mu Cang Chai rice terraces
Road transfer to the small village of La Pan Tan (32km, 1 hour), starting point of the hike (2 to 3 hours) in this region of Mu Cang Chai which is home to some of the most beautiful rice terraces in Vietnam. After the lunch break, hike (2.5 hours) to another part of the Pan Tan Valley, before returning to your accommodation for the night. Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
NB: Rice terraces are “green” from the end of June to August, “yellow” from the end of September to the beginning of October, and the rest of the year, the rice terraces are fallow.
Day 10: Drive to Sapa
In the morning, drive to Sapa. Along the way, you can observe the houses of Thai ethnic groups. Several stops are planned to enjoy the mountain landscapes, and take photos. In the afternoon, arrival in Sapa, an ancient French colonial city (160 km, 5 hours drive). Possibility to walk and visit tea plantations on the road. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Muong Hoa Valley Hike, and Ta Van Village
Hike to the heart of the Hoang Lien Mountains. Along the way, discover huge rice terraces and the numerous rivers that meander through them, typical of the region. Passage through the village of Y Linh Ho whose inhabitants produce colorful clothes. The journey continues through the winding paths in the middle of the rice fields nestled in the Muong Hoa Valley. The trail passes through Lao Chai, then we arrive in the village of Ta Van. 6 hours of walking, 13km, altitude difference: + 400m. Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
Day 12: Drive to Hanoi and city tour
In the morning, return by bus to Hanoi. 320 km, 6 hours drive. Arrival in the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, which is the first university in Vietnam, and discover on foot the political capital of Vietnam, whose charm comes from the mixture of colonial buildings and old traditional shopping districts. In the evening, a gastronomic stroll through the streets of Hanoi, from shop to shop, in order to taste the most emblematic Vietnamese dishes. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Halong Bay on land
Drive to Hoa Lu (about 100 km and 2 hours), ancient capital of Vietnam, and visit the temples of King Dinh and Emperor Le. In the afternoon, bike ride to Bich Dong Pagoda, then to Thung Nham, one of the most beautiful natural sites in Ninh Binh Province, known for its rich and preserved ecosystem, and in particular for its “bird garden”. Boat trip to the Buddha's cave, through rice fields and reeds, dominated by superb limestone peaks (about 1 hour). Drive to Ninh Binh, overnight at the hotel.
Halong Bay
Day 14: Halong Bay
Departure to Halong Bay by a road that crosses the vast rice fields of the Red River Delta (200 km, 3h30). Arrival around noon, immediate boarding for a cruise on Halong Bay aboard a junk. This bay, with its 1900 islands and islets of rocky peaks, generally uninhabited and virgin, is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam. In the afternoon, kayak trip in the bay (approx. 45min). Night fishing session organized on board. Dinner and overnight on board the junk, equipped with air-conditioned two-bed cabins with a private bathroom/toilet.
Day 15: Morning on the junk, then drive to Hanoi
Early morning to enjoy the sunrise, and bath for the bravest. Breakfast on board and continuation of the cruise among the islands and islets of the bay. Return to Halong Port in the late morning. After lunch, return to Hanoi (170km, about 2.5 hours drive). Arrival in Hanoi in the afternoon, walking in the old districts of the city and a water puppet show. Overnight at the hotel.
Hoi Han
Day 4: Biking to Ben Tre - Domestic flight to Danang, and transfer to Hoi An
In the morning, bike ride in the vicinity of the village of Ban Tre, known as “the kingdom of coconut trees”: visit the local market and a coconut candy workshop. 10 to 15 km of cycling, or 1 hour including breaks. Back at the end of the morning to the locals for lunch. After greeting our hosts, transfer to Saigon airport, and flight to Danang in the late afternoon (approximately 2.5 hours drive). Welcome to Danang, and transfer about 45 minutes to Hoi An (30 km). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Hoi An Tour
Hoi An, a small Sino-Vietnamese town, the first foreign trading post in Vietnam, once a stopover for European sailors, classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco. Visit the main sites: the Japanese Bridge, the Chinese Temple, Tan Ky's house. After lunch, departure by bike (5 km, 30 min) in the direction of the market village of Tra Que, renowned for its aromatic herbs, especially mint and basil, whose leaves have a particular aroma. Discover the life of farmers and their techniques. Dinner with tasting of the famous village specialty, “Tam Huu”, an assortment of shrimps, pork and aromatic herbs. Return to Hoi An and overnight stay at the hotel.
NB: depending on the shape of the group, the guide may extend the bike ride.
Hue
Day 6: Hue - Bike and boat ride
Departure to Danang and Hue (130 km, 2.5 hours) by the “Cloud Pass” road. Several stops along the way including one at Lang Co beach. Arrival in Hue around noon. In the afternoon, visit the Imperial City. Then, bike ride to the Pha Tam Giang marsh (12 km, about 1 hour by bike), on a path through villages and rice fields. Boat trip to the Chuon marsh, and observation of local fishermen. Overnight at the hotel in Hue.
Day 7: Hue Tour/Sleeper Train to Hanoi
Boarding at the port of Huong Giang on a boat that takes us to Thien Mu Temple (3 km). After the visit, it is on board a boat typical of the region that we sail to the village of Thuy Bieu (10 min trip). Bike ride to discover the old houses of the village, and the famous “garden houses”, homes of the high dignitaries of the court of the time, typical of the city of Hue. We then go to the mausoleum of the ancient emperor Tu Duc (7 km by bike). Return to the city center, then transfer to the station to take the night train to Hanoi. Night on board the train (in air-conditioned compartments with four berths, 13 hours of train).
Among the ethnic groups of the Tonkin mountains
Day 8: Hanoi and Halong Bay on land
Arrival at Hanoi station in the morning, welcome by your guide, and transfer to a hotel for breakfast, possibility of refreshing yourself in a room reserved for “day-use”. Visit to the Museum of Ethnography in Hanoi. After the visit, drive to the regions of Yen Bai and Mu Cang Chai, and more precisely to the Thai village of Tu Le, far from mass tourism (245 km, 6 hours drive). Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
Day 9: Hike in the Mu Cang Chai rice terraces
Road transfer to the small village of La Pan Tan (32km, 1 hour), starting point of the hike (2 to 3 hours) in this region of Mu Cang Chai which is home to some of the most beautiful rice terraces in Vietnam. After the lunch break, hike (2.5 hours) to another part of the Pan Tan Valley, before returning to your accommodation for the night. Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
NB: Rice terraces are “green” from the end of June to August, “yellow” from the end of September to the beginning of October, and the rest of the year, the rice terraces are fallow.
Day 10: Drive to Sapa
In the morning, drive to Sapa. Along the way, you can observe the houses of Thai ethnic groups. Several stops are planned to enjoy the mountain landscapes, and take photos. In the afternoon, arrival in Sapa, an ancient French colonial city (160 km, 5 hours drive). Possibility to walk and visit tea plantations on the road. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Muong Hoa Valley Hike, and Ta Van Village
Hike to the heart of the Hoang Lien Mountains. Along the way, discover huge rice terraces and the numerous rivers that meander through them, typical of the region. Passage through the village of Y Linh Ho whose inhabitants produce colorful clothes. The journey continues through the winding paths in the middle of the rice fields nestled in the Muong Hoa Valley. The trail passes through Lao Chai, then we arrive in the village of Ta Van. 6 hours of walking, 13km, altitude difference: + 400m. Dinner and overnight at the inhabitant's house.
Day 12: Drive to Hanoi and city tour
In the morning, return by bus to Hanoi. 320 km, 6 hours drive. Arrival in the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, which is the first university in Vietnam, and discover on foot the political capital of Vietnam, whose charm comes from the mixture of colonial buildings and old traditional shopping districts. In the evening, a gastronomic stroll through the streets of Hanoi, from shop to shop, in order to taste the most emblematic Vietnamese dishes. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Halong Bay on land
Drive to Hoa Lu (about 100 km and 2 hours), ancient capital of Vietnam, and visit the temples of King Dinh and Emperor Le. In the afternoon, bike ride to Bich Dong Pagoda, then to Thung Nham, one of the most beautiful natural sites in Ninh Binh Province, known for its rich and preserved ecosystem, and in particular for its “bird garden”. Boat trip to the Buddha's cave, through rice fields and reeds, dominated by superb limestone peaks (about 1 hour). Drive to Ninh Binh, overnight at the hotel.
Halong Bay
Day 14: Halong Bay
Departure to Halong Bay by a road that crosses the vast rice fields of the Red River Delta (200 km, 3h30). Arrival around noon, immediate boarding for a cruise on Halong Bay aboard a junk. This bay, with its 1900 islands and islets of rocky peaks, generally uninhabited and virgin, is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam. In the afternoon, kayak trip in the bay (approx. 45min). Night fishing session organized on board. Dinner and overnight on board the junk, equipped with air-conditioned two-bed cabins with a private bathroom/toilet.
Day 15: Morning on the junk, then drive to Hanoi
Early morning to enjoy the sunrise, and bath for the bravest. Breakfast on board and continuation of the cruise among the islands and islets of the bay. Return to Halong Port in the late morning. After lunch, return to Hanoi (170km, about 2.5 hours drive). Arrival in Hanoi in the afternoon, walking in the old districts of the city and a water puppet show. Overnight at the hotel.
Last day
Day 16: Free time in Hanoi, free meals. Transfer to the airport and flight back.
Day 17: Arrival of the flight.
Day 17: Arrival of the flight.
NB: depending on the airline used, the return flight may involve a departure from Hanoi J16, at night on the plane, with a D17 arrival, or a night at the J16 hotel and a D17 day flight.
The course of this program is indicative. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
The course of this program is indicative. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
SPOT
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
The economic capital of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City (formerly called Saigon) is the largest city in Vietnam. It is located on the Saigon River, at the gateway to the Mekong Delta. During French colonization, Saigon was the capital of ancient Cochinchina, then of French Indochina. An active, economically dynamic city, Ho Chi Minh City has lost most of its colonial heritage, but has retained all its charm. With its markets, museums and religious buildings that blend western and eastern spiritualities, Ho Chi Minh City is an essential stop on a trip to Vietnam.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
All the equipment necessary for the activity is provided by the UCPA.
Equipment Included
All the equipment necessary for the activity is provided by the UCPA.
Equipment not included
Bring 2 bags
1 30/40 liter backpack for hikes and city visits
1 sturdy travel bag (numerous transfers)
1 30/40 liter backpack for hikes and city visits
1 sturdy travel bag (numerous transfers)
Recommended personal equipment
Very light clothing: shorts, T-shirts, swimsuits, lightweight cotton pants
1 windbreaker
1 rain cape
Long, loose clothing to protect yourself from the sun
Warm underwear for the evening
Toiletries
pocket knife
Light flashlight (handy headlight) with spare battery
Visor cap to protect yourself from the sun
1 gourd
Toilet paper and lighter for its destruction
1 wool or fleece sweater
1 anorak (essential from November to May)
To walk
“Trekking” type hiking boots with notched soles and good ankle support.
A pair of tennis shoes for the evening,
Two pairs of hiking socks
To sleep in a local's house
Small sleeping bag useful in winter (cf. weather forecast)
Pharmacy
A basic pharmacy is planned on site (bandages, antiseptics, bandages, eye drops...).
It is up to you to supplement with a personal pharmacy, some of which you will find useful elements in the “Health formalities” section.
Very light clothing: shorts, T-shirts, swimsuits, lightweight cotton pants
1 windbreaker
1 rain cape
Long, loose clothing to protect yourself from the sun
Warm underwear for the evening
Toiletries
pocket knife
Light flashlight (handy headlight) with spare battery
Visor cap to protect yourself from the sun
1 gourd
Toilet paper and lighter for its destruction
1 wool or fleece sweater
1 anorak (essential from November to May)
To walk
“Trekking” type hiking boots with notched soles and good ankle support.
A pair of tennis shoes for the evening,
Two pairs of hiking socks
To sleep in a local's house
Small sleeping bag useful in winter (cf. weather forecast)
Pharmacy
A basic pharmacy is planned on site (bandages, antiseptics, bandages, eye drops...).
It is up to you to supplement with a personal pharmacy, some of which you will find useful elements in the “Health formalities” section.
Equipment not included
Bring 2 bags
1 30/40 liter backpack for hikes and city visits
1 sturdy travel bag (numerous transfers)
Recommended personal equipment
Very light clothing: shorts, T-shirts, swimsuits, lightweight cotton pants
1 windbreaker
1 rain cape
Long, loose clothing to protect yourself from the sun
Warm underwear for the evening
Toiletries
pocket knife
Light flashlight (handy headlight) with spare battery
Visor cap to protect yourself from the sun
1 gourd
Toilet paper and lighter for its destruction
1 wool or fleece sweater
1 anorak (essential from November to May)
To walk
“Trekking” type hiking boots with notched soles and good ankle support.
A pair of tennis shoes for the evening,
Two pairs of hiking socks
To sleep in a local's house
Small sleeping bag useful in winter (cf. weather forecast)
Pharmacy
A basic pharmacy is planned on site (bandages, antiseptics, bandages, eye drops...).
It is up to you to supplement with a personal pharmacy, some of which you will find useful elements in the “Health formalities” section.
1 30/40 liter backpack for hikes and city visits
1 sturdy travel bag (numerous transfers)
Recommended personal equipment
Very light clothing: shorts, T-shirts, swimsuits, lightweight cotton pants
1 windbreaker
1 rain cape
Long, loose clothing to protect yourself from the sun
Warm underwear for the evening
Toiletries
pocket knife
Light flashlight (handy headlight) with spare battery
Visor cap to protect yourself from the sun
1 gourd
Toilet paper and lighter for its destruction
1 wool or fleece sweater
1 anorak (essential from November to May)
To walk
“Trekking” type hiking boots with notched soles and good ankle support.
A pair of tennis shoes for the evening,
Two pairs of hiking socks
To sleep in a local's house
Small sleeping bag useful in winter (cf. weather forecast)
Pharmacy
A basic pharmacy is planned on site (bandages, antiseptics, bandages, eye drops...).
It is up to you to supplement with a personal pharmacy, some of which you will find useful elements in the “Health formalities” section.
formalities administratives
Indicative data for French nationals, valid on 15/08/23 (essential check with the consulate one month before your departure):
=> Since 15/08/2023, the conditions for entering Vietnamese territory have changed:
- PASSPORT VALID for at least 6 months after the return and with two blank pages.
- VISA useless for trips not exceeding 45 days on site (entry and exit days included), in this case, a free visa will be granted to you upon arrival.
NB: the visa remains mandatory for Belgian, Swiss and Luxembourgish nationals in particular.
Vietnam Embassy
61 Miromesnil Street, 75008 Paris
Tel: 01 44 14 64 00
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 9:30 to 12:00, and from 14:00 to 17:00. And on Friday from 9:30 to 12:00.
http://www.ambassade-vietnam.com/
e-mail: vnparis.fr@gmail.com
IMPORTANT:
To be able to make all the reservations on site, the Vietnamese authorities now ask us to scan the passport of each participant (they require in particular to have all your first names, so as to have no doubt about your identity).
Thank you for sending the scan of your passport (please scan the page where the photo is located) to Miss Huyen NGUYEN, at the email address sales@easia-active.com specifying what date you registered on.
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COVID INFORMATION:
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Although air connections are gradually resuming, it is important to keep in touch with the airlines regularly, as any reservation is subject to last-minute changes. It is also important to carefully review the boarding conditions, which are also likely to change under short notice. Given the uncertainties associated with the evolution of the Covid situation, it is strongly recommended to use a travel agency in order to plan your stay in the best conditions.
In general, it is advisable to follow the recommendations of local authorities and to consult the website of the French Embassy (https://vn.ambafrance.org/) in Vietnam or the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City (https://ho-chi-minh-ville.consulfrance.org/).
NB: we strongly recommend that you subscribe to our ASSUR'VACANCES supplementary insurance or to another travel insurance (more information on: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances).
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/vietnam/
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
- PASSPORT VALID for at least 6 months after the return and with two blank pages.
- VISA useless for trips not exceeding 45 days on site (entry and exit days included), in this case, a free visa will be granted to you upon arrival.
NB: the visa remains mandatory for Belgian, Swiss and Luxembourgish nationals in particular.
Vietnam Embassy
61 Miromesnil Street, 75008 Paris
Tel: 01 44 14 64 00
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 9:30 to 12:00, and from 14:00 to 17:00. And on Friday from 9:30 to 12:00.
http://www.ambassade-vietnam.com/
e-mail: vnparis.fr@gmail.com
IMPORTANT:
To be able to make all the reservations on site, the Vietnamese authorities now ask us to scan the passport of each participant (they require in particular to have all your first names, so as to have no doubt about your identity).
Thank you for sending the scan of your passport (please scan the page where the photo is located) to Miss Huyen NGUYEN, at the email address sales@easia-active.com specifying what date you registered on.
---------------
COVID INFORMATION:
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Although air connections are gradually resuming, it is important to keep in touch with the airlines regularly, as any reservation is subject to last-minute changes. It is also important to carefully review the boarding conditions, which are also likely to change under short notice. Given the uncertainties associated with the evolution of the Covid situation, it is strongly recommended to use a travel agency in order to plan your stay in the best conditions.
In general, it is advisable to follow the recommendations of local authorities and to consult the website of the French Embassy (https://vn.ambafrance.org/) in Vietnam or the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City (https://ho-chi-minh-ville.consulfrance.org/).
NB: we strongly recommend that you subscribe to our ASSUR'VACANCES supplementary insurance or to another travel insurance (more information on: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances).
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/vietnam/
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
formalities administratives
Indicative data for French nationals, valid on 15/08/23 (essential check with the consulate one month before your departure):
=> Since 15/08/2023, the conditions for entering Vietnamese territory have changed:
- PASSPORT VALID for at least 6 months after the return and with two blank pages.
- VISA useless for trips not exceeding 45 days on site (entry and exit days included), in this case, a free visa will be granted to you upon arrival.
NB: the visa remains mandatory for Belgian, Swiss and Luxembourgish nationals in particular.
Vietnam Embassy
61 Miromesnil Street, 75008 Paris
Tel: 01 44 14 64 00
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 9:30 to 12:00, and from 14:00 to 17:00. And on Friday from 9:30 to 12:00.
http://www.ambassade-vietnam.com/
e-mail: vnparis.fr@gmail.com
IMPORTANT:
To be able to make all the reservations on site, the Vietnamese authorities now ask us to scan the passport of each participant (they require in particular to have all your first names, so as to have no doubt about your identity).
Thank you for sending the scan of your passport (please scan the page where the photo is located) to Miss Huyen NGUYEN, at the email address sales@easia-active.com specifying what date you registered on.
---------------
COVID INFORMATION:
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Although air connections are gradually resuming, it is important to keep in touch with the airlines regularly, as any reservation is subject to last-minute changes. It is also important to carefully review the boarding conditions, which are also likely to change under short notice. Given the uncertainties associated with the evolution of the Covid situation, it is strongly recommended to use a travel agency in order to plan your stay in the best conditions.
In general, it is advisable to follow the recommendations of local authorities and to consult the website of the French Embassy (https://vn.ambafrance.org/) in Vietnam or the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City (https://ho-chi-minh-ville.consulfrance.org/).
NB: we strongly recommend that you subscribe to our ASSUR'VACANCES supplementary insurance or to another travel insurance (more information on: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances).
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/vietnam/
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
=> Since 15/08/2023, the conditions for entering Vietnamese territory have changed:
- PASSPORT VALID for at least 6 months after the return and with two blank pages.
- VISA useless for trips not exceeding 45 days on site (entry and exit days included), in this case, a free visa will be granted to you upon arrival.
NB: the visa remains mandatory for Belgian, Swiss and Luxembourgish nationals in particular.
Vietnam Embassy
61 Miromesnil Street, 75008 Paris
Tel: 01 44 14 64 00
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 9:30 to 12:00, and from 14:00 to 17:00. And on Friday from 9:30 to 12:00.
http://www.ambassade-vietnam.com/
e-mail: vnparis.fr@gmail.com
IMPORTANT:
To be able to make all the reservations on site, the Vietnamese authorities now ask us to scan the passport of each participant (they require in particular to have all your first names, so as to have no doubt about your identity).
Thank you for sending the scan of your passport (please scan the page where the photo is located) to Miss Huyen NGUYEN, at the email address sales@easia-active.com specifying what date you registered on.
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COVID INFORMATION:
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Although air connections are gradually resuming, it is important to keep in touch with the airlines regularly, as any reservation is subject to last-minute changes. It is also important to carefully review the boarding conditions, which are also likely to change under short notice. Given the uncertainties associated with the evolution of the Covid situation, it is strongly recommended to use a travel agency in order to plan your stay in the best conditions.
In general, it is advisable to follow the recommendations of local authorities and to consult the website of the French Embassy (https://vn.ambafrance.org/) in Vietnam or the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City (https://ho-chi-minh-ville.consulfrance.org/).
NB: we strongly recommend that you subscribe to our ASSUR'VACANCES supplementary insurance or to another travel insurance (more information on: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances).
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/vietnam/
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
Physical intensity
Not very sporty or not very sporty
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
Physical intensity
Not very sporty or not very sporty
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
Portage
Carrying level 1
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Portage
Carrying level 1
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Restauration
Local restaurants in town. During mountain hikes, hot evening meals made from local products. During the day, picnic.
Hot meals on Halong Bay and in the Mekong Delta on board the sampan equipped with a kitchen.
Hot meals on Halong Bay and in the Mekong Delta on board the sampan equipped with a kitchen.
Some meals in town are not included (expect about 10 Euros per meal).
Restauration
Local restaurants in town. During mountain hikes, hot evening meals made from local products. During the day, picnic.
Hot meals on Halong Bay and in the Mekong Delta on board the sampan equipped with a kitchen. Some meals in town are not included (expect about 10 Euros per meal).
Hot meals on Halong Bay and in the Mekong Delta on board the sampan equipped with a kitchen. Some meals in town are not included (expect about 10 Euros per meal).
Management
French-speaking Vietnamese guides, different depending on the region.
Management
French-speaking Vietnamese guides, different depending on the region.
Important information
Level/Physical Intensity*
This trip is for anyone in good health who wants to make a physical effort to discover magnificent landscapes and traditional civilization.
This trip is for anyone in good health who wants to make a physical effort to discover magnificent landscapes and traditional civilization.
No previous hiking experience is required. You only need to feel able to walk 4 to 5 hours a day in easy hilly terrain with a backpack of about 6 to 8 kg (personal belongings and toiletries) for hikes in the north of the country (maximum altitude 2000 m approximately)
We travel around 2,000 km in “rustic comfort” vehicles or by train at an average speed of 30 km/h, sometimes even lower. The travel conditions in this country and the climate may seem difficult to some.
Electricity
Round sockets type French (North of the country), and flat American type sockets (South of the country), provide a specific adapter.
NB: you are going to participate in an “adventure” program, a travel formula that is totally different from conventional tourist circuits: the discomfort, the unexpected, the health conditions, which we may encounter, suppose everyone has a good spirit of tolerance and a taste for adventure.
Through your active and positive participation, you will contribute to the cohesion and good understanding of the group, which is a guarantee of the success of the trip.
We travel around 2,000 km in “rustic comfort” vehicles or by train at an average speed of 30 km/h, sometimes even lower. The travel conditions in this country and the climate may seem difficult to some.
Electricity
Round sockets type French (North of the country), and flat American type sockets (South of the country), provide a specific adapter.
NB: you are going to participate in an “adventure” program, a travel formula that is totally different from conventional tourist circuits: the discomfort, the unexpected, the health conditions, which we may encounter, suppose everyone has a good spirit of tolerance and a taste for adventure.
Through your active and positive participation, you will contribute to the cohesion and good understanding of the group, which is a guarantee of the success of the trip.
Important information
Level/Physical Intensity*
This trip is for anyone in good health who wants to make a physical effort to discover magnificent landscapes and traditional civilization. No previous hiking experience is required. You only need to feel able to walk 4 to 5 hours a day in easy hilly terrain with a backpack of about 6 to 8 kg (personal belongings and toiletries) for hikes in the north of the country (maximum altitude 2000 m approximately)
We travel around 2,000 km in “rustic comfort” vehicles or by train at an average speed of 30 km/h, sometimes even lower. The travel conditions in this country and the climate may seem difficult to some.
Electricity
Round sockets type French (North of the country), and flat American type sockets (South of the country), provide a specific adapter.
NB: you are going to participate in an “adventure” program, a travel formula that is totally different from conventional tourist circuits: the discomfort, the unexpected, the health conditions, which we may encounter, suppose everyone has a good spirit of tolerance and a taste for adventure.
Through your active and positive participation, you will contribute to the cohesion and good understanding of the group, which is a guarantee of the success of the trip.
This trip is for anyone in good health who wants to make a physical effort to discover magnificent landscapes and traditional civilization. No previous hiking experience is required. You only need to feel able to walk 4 to 5 hours a day in easy hilly terrain with a backpack of about 6 to 8 kg (personal belongings and toiletries) for hikes in the north of the country (maximum altitude 2000 m approximately)
We travel around 2,000 km in “rustic comfort” vehicles or by train at an average speed of 30 km/h, sometimes even lower. The travel conditions in this country and the climate may seem difficult to some.
Electricity
Round sockets type French (North of the country), and flat American type sockets (South of the country), provide a specific adapter.
NB: you are going to participate in an “adventure” program, a travel formula that is totally different from conventional tourist circuits: the discomfort, the unexpected, the health conditions, which we may encounter, suppose everyone has a good spirit of tolerance and a taste for adventure.
Through your active and positive participation, you will contribute to the cohesion and good understanding of the group, which is a guarantee of the success of the trip.
Health and formalities
Information valid for French nationals on 24/05/2023 (and to be checked before your departure):
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized.
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized.
The virus is circulating but the restrictive measures are no longer in force. In the event of symptoms, it is nevertheless advisable to be tested and, in the event of a positive result, to isolate yourself.
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
Health and formalities
Information valid for French nationals on 24/05/2023 (and to be checked before your departure):
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized. The virus is circulating but the restrictive measures are no longer in force. In the event of symptoms, it is nevertheless advisable to be tested and, in the event of a positive result, to isolate yourself.
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized. The virus is circulating but the restrictive measures are no longer in force. In the event of symptoms, it is nevertheless advisable to be tested and, in the event of a positive result, to isolate yourself.
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
Weather
Vietnam is over 1800 km long and its altitude varies from 0 to 3120 m. There is therefore a great diversity of climates, tropical, subtropical and mountain.
Hot and humid from June to October all over the country. Cool to cold from November to March in the North, especially at altitude.
In the heart of winter, it can sometimes snow on the highest peaks of the “Tonkinese Alps”. Variable all year round in the center.
The rains are more frequent between June and October. However, we are not immune to a few showers between November and May, the drier season.
Minimum/maximum temperatures in °C (average)
In Saigon
22/32 from December to February
24/34 from March to May
23/31 from June to November
In Hanoi
14/21 from December to February
17/24 in March and November
21/28 in April and October
23/32 in May and September
26/33 from June to August
At an altitude of 2500 m in the “Tonkinese Alps”
-1/6 from December to February
2/9 in March and November
6/13 in April and October
8/17 in May and September
11/18 from June to August
As soon as you go up to altitude, the temperatures drop. In Sapa, at an altitude of 1600 m in the mountains of Northern Tonkin, it is about 10° colder than in Hanoi. In the middle of winter, it can freeze and sometimes even snow.
In the heart of winter, it can sometimes snow on the highest peaks of the “Tonkinese Alps”. Variable all year round in the center.
The rains are more frequent between June and October. However, we are not immune to a few showers between November and May, the drier season.
Minimum/maximum temperatures in °C (average)
In Saigon
22/32 from December to February
24/34 from March to May
23/31 from June to November
In Hanoi
14/21 from December to February
17/24 in March and November
21/28 in April and October
23/32 in May and September
26/33 from June to August
At an altitude of 2500 m in the “Tonkinese Alps”
-1/6 from December to February
2/9 in March and November
6/13 in April and October
8/17 in May and September
11/18 from June to August
As soon as you go up to altitude, the temperatures drop. In Sapa, at an altitude of 1600 m in the mountains of Northern Tonkin, it is about 10° colder than in Hanoi. In the middle of winter, it can freeze and sometimes even snow.
Weather
Vietnam is over 1800 km long and its altitude varies from 0 to 3120 m. There is therefore a great diversity of climates, tropical, subtropical and mountain.
Hot and humid from June to October all over the country. Cool to cold from November to March in the North, especially at altitude.
In the heart of winter, it can sometimes snow on the highest peaks of the “Tonkinese Alps”. Variable all year round in the center.
The rains are more frequent between June and October. However, we are not immune to a few showers between November and May, the drier season.
Minimum/maximum temperatures in °C (average)
In Saigon
22/32 from December to February
24/34 from March to May
23/31 from June to November
In Hanoi
14/21 from December to February
17/24 in March and November
21/28 in April and October
23/32 in May and September
26/33 from June to August
At an altitude of 2500 m in the “Tonkinese Alps”
-1/6 from December to February
2/9 in March and November
6/13 in April and October
8/17 in May and September
11/18 from June to August
As soon as you go up to altitude, the temperatures drop. In Sapa, at an altitude of 1600 m in the mountains of Northern Tonkin, it is about 10° colder than in Hanoi. In the middle of winter, it can freeze and sometimes even snow.
Hot and humid from June to October all over the country. Cool to cold from November to March in the North, especially at altitude.
In the heart of winter, it can sometimes snow on the highest peaks of the “Tonkinese Alps”. Variable all year round in the center.
The rains are more frequent between June and October. However, we are not immune to a few showers between November and May, the drier season.
Minimum/maximum temperatures in °C (average)
In Saigon
22/32 from December to February
24/34 from March to May
23/31 from June to November
In Hanoi
14/21 from December to February
17/24 in March and November
21/28 in April and October
23/32 in May and September
26/33 from June to August
At an altitude of 2500 m in the “Tonkinese Alps”
-1/6 from December to February
2/9 in March and November
6/13 in April and October
8/17 in May and September
11/18 from June to August
As soon as you go up to altitude, the temperatures drop. In Sapa, at an altitude of 1600 m in the mountains of Northern Tonkin, it is about 10° colder than in Hanoi. In the middle of winter, it can freeze and sometimes even snow.
Hosting
Hotels in town, a few nights with locals in the Mekong Delta and in ethnic minority villages (mattresses and blankets provided, possibly bring a small sleeping bag during the colder months), 1 night in a comfortable junk on Halong Bay, 1 night in a comfortable junk on Halong Bay, 1 night in a bunk train.
Hosting
Hotels in town, a few nights with locals in the Mekong Delta and in ethnic minority villages (mattresses and blankets provided, possibly bring a small sleeping bag during the colder months), 1 night in a comfortable junk on Halong Bay, 1 night in a comfortable junk on Halong Bay, 1 night in a bunk train.
Transport
In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination (domestic or international flights): Qatar Airways, Etihad airways, Emirates, Air France-KLM, Air France-KLM, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways, Vietnam Airlines.
On these airlines, the maximum authorized baggage weight may range from 23 to 30 kg in the hold, and up to 5 kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
Transport
In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination (domestic or international flights): Qatar Airways, Etihad airways, Emirates, Air France-KLM, Air France-KLM, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways, Vietnam Airlines.
On these airlines, the maximum authorized baggage weight may range from 23 to 30 kg in the hold, and up to 5 kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
On these airlines, the maximum authorized baggage weight may range from 23 to 30 kg in the hold, and up to 5 kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
formalities
Information valid for French nationals on 24/05/2023 (and to be checked before your departure):
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized.
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized.
The virus is circulating but the restrictive measures are no longer in force. In the event of symptoms, it is nevertheless advisable to be tested and, in the event of a positive result, to isolate yourself.
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
formalities
Information valid for French nationals on 24/05/2023 (and to be checked before your departure):
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized. The virus is circulating but the restrictive measures are no longer in force. In the event of symptoms, it is nevertheless advisable to be tested and, in the event of a positive result, to isolate yourself.
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
Covid 19 information:
The situation of the COVID epidemic in Vietnam has normalized. The virus is circulating but the restrictive measures are no longer in force. In the event of symptoms, it is nevertheless advisable to be tested and, in the event of a positive result, to isolate yourself.
The presentation of test results for COVID-19 is no longer required upon arrival on Vietnamese territory.
Vaccinations: no vaccination is mandatory in Vietnam.
However, we strongly recommend that you be up to date with standard vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, including rubella, mumps and measles in children. Vaccinations against tuberculosis, typhoid fever, and hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
Japanese encephalitis: this disease, which only exists in Asia, is transmitted by mosquitoes, against which it is essential to protect yourself. As part of a tourist trip, vaccination against Japanese encephalitis is not routinely recommended. Consult your doctor or an international vaccination center.
Malaria: it is recommended to take antimalarial treatment (consult your doctor or the Pasteur Institute one month before departure).
Provide personal protection against mosquito bites, which will prevent you from other viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes (dengue, chikungunya and zika).
Water: You must be very vigilant about water: never drink water in the middle of nature, or tap water in the city (important risk: severe “tourist” in the most favorable case). You should drink boiled or treated water, tea, or drinks in closed bottles. A few basic hygiene rules will save you a lot of inconvenience: always wash your hands with soap before eating.
Sun: you are in the tropics. Do not forget to protect your skin from the sun's rays. Keep a T-shirt, or a long-sleeved sweatshirt, because you would get sunburned without realizing it.
Personal pharmacy
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins
Effective sunscreen, lip stick
An antimalarial
“Tropics” special mosquito repellent ointment
Anti-diarrheal
Micropur Forte or Aquatabs tablets to purify water
A broad-spectrum antibiotic
Antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel (hand hygiene).
Important
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.
We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances
Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/vietnam/#sante
ATTENTION: To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space. In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis