Footprint Vietnam Travel has been running customized trips and travel packages in Vietnam for over ten years. We focus on ensuring True Value in Travel, and promote responsible and educational travel through our products.

We offer cycling and kayaking trips, cultural trekking and eco-adventures, some of the best cruise options to Ha Long Bay, and a variety of unique city tours highlighting Vietnam’s history and heritage.

Community based tourism products; off the beaten track; educational travel; cycling tours; trekking tours; packaged travel options; and we are open to any amount of creativity you can throw at us!

What makes us unique?

Our travel products

Footprint Vietnam Travel has developed an extensive list of quality trips.We offer comprehensive packaged tours for small or large groups, off the beaten track adventures, community based tourism products, educational and volunteer options, as well as activity-inspired tours.

Responsible travel

Footprint’s mission is rooted in responsible travel. We have remained diligent in designing products that benefit the communities we visit and activities that are environmentally friendly. Our biking and trekking tour options continue to grow and we are actively working with new communities to start new projects and partnerships.

Our ability to be a leader in responsible travel has not affected the price of our tours and packages. Prices remain competitive and our guests have the luxury of traveling in a way that is greener and more sustainable.

Customized educational tours

Vietnam is a live classroom with countless, meaningful opportunities to learn. Cultural, environmental and educational tours are quite common.

Footprint has facilitated cultural exchanges between organizations and schools. One of our favorite memories was a visit we facilitated between the Red Dao people from northern Vietnam and a group of Australian aborigines.

Tailor-made voluntours

Sapa, Pu Luong, and Ha Long Bay are just a few examples of places that have played host destination to a number of customized voluntours. At Footprint, we are finding that many of our guests want to do something more than just travel. They want to leave their mark.

Our closeness with the communities and villages we visit allow us to help you create small projects that can become part of your visit. We have seen families come and work in the rice fields, small school groups help fix a remote school playground, and large corporations fund and take part in building a new school.

VietnamWar and foreign occupation are history now. Instead, there is a rich ‘ancientness’ that shines through daily life in Vietnam. From the burgeoning street-food culture to the exquisite hill-tribe handicraft, visitors are treated with interesting customs and detailed craftsmanship. From Hanoi to Saigon, relaxing along the extensive coastline or exploring the Ho Chi Minh trail, Vietnam’s diversity in culture and geography is astounding.

Hanoi Everything you’ve read or heard about Hanoi is remarkably true. The overloaded motorcycles, the lively markets, and some of the world’s best street food are all here. Abounding with history, culture and heritage, museum and gallery hopping are popular activities in and around Hanoi’s famous Old Quarter.

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Ha Long & Bai Tu Long BayThere is magic in Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bay. If you sit quietly in the evening, just as the sun has set and the pinks and baby-blues silhouette the shapes of the towering limestone features you can feel it. There is no better way to experience it than to be aboard one of Footprint’s royal junks. The food is magnificent and the sites and activities will leave you with lasting memories.

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| 9SapaSapa itself is a busy little town; a crossroad of cultures converging then venturing off into the inspirational, misty mountain landscape. The area offers superb trekking to nearby hill tribe villages tucked within the terraced rice paddies. Footprint is proud to support Ta Phin village’s community based tourism efforts with our tours.

Moc ChauCool weather year round and only a half-day’s drive away from Hanoi, it is almost unbelievable that more visitors don’t frequent the area. Footprint has been working with the local tribal villages - like Chieng Yen - to create educational community-based tourism products for visitors. A great destination for rambling, hiking, or trekking.

Pu LuongPu Luong is one of the most picturesque regions of Vietnam’s northwest. The Pu Luong Nature Reserve, an area with outstanding beauty, ethnic culture, and biodiversity, is a must-see!

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Ha Giang Adventure and cultural extremes in a setting that you will not be able to describe in words what you see and feel. Seemingly impossible roads lead to villages that few have gone to. Ha Giang is best suited for the intrepid traveler, the curious explorer, or the budding anthropologist. Trekking, market-hopping, and motorcycling are popular choices.

Cao BangDeep into the northeast, a great distance off the beaten track, adventure is at its full potential. Still, Cao Bang is accessible, and those who make the effort are rewarded with important historical sites and natural wonders. Several sites mark where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked before the 1945 revolution. Ban Gioc waterfall is not to be missed!

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Quang BinhA true wonder! The Phong Nha and Son Doong caves may not be common names yet, but in the coming years they will be places adventurers, spelunkers, and explorers will be putting at the top of their list. Diving deep into the earth is not the only attraction to Quang Binh. The white sand coastline is a great place to take a well-deserved break.

Hue Hue highlights include the magnificent citadel, splendid royal tombs, Buddhist pagodas, and the boat trip along the Perfume River. A world heritage site that is worthy of at least one day, Hue has been toted as one of the most romantic cities in Vietnam.

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Hoi AnHoi An’s ancient splendor and the elegance of the orient is hard to put a value on. By way of claim, this World Heritage Site has more to offer than just a pin on a map. Needless to say, Hoi An is also known for custom-made clothes. While you wait for your tailored creations explore the city and taste the many local delicacies - some of the best in the country!

My SonMy Son is an educational destination located just Southeast of Danang. Two spots make the area an important spot to include on your Vietnam itinerary. One is the My Son Sanctuary where remnants of an ancient temple mark a past imperial city. The other is the village of My Lai where stories of war atrocities are still told.

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Nha TrangA beach destination, and one with options - swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, wind surfing, and kite boarding. Or, choose to do absolutely nothing and be completely content with sun, sand and the occasional cool down in the ocean. Venture out and spend a full day touring the area if the ocean isn’t for you.

DalatDalat is located in Lam Dong province, approximately 200 km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City. At an elevation of 1,500 meters, Dalat bears the look of an Old French city in the mountains. Visit and re-energize with the comfortable, temperate climate best suited for some exercise in the hills.

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Mui Ne Pristine untouched and easily accessible beaches await you at Mui Ne’s seaside. Nevertheless, many find themselves torn away by their creative-side reaching for their camera. Playing amateur photographer comes easy in an area so diverse in its landscapes. A trip to the red and white sand dunes just might be where you get your ‘best shot of the trip’.

SaigonAn incredible contrast from Ha Noi. From street side meals and ancient kings, to neon lights and all hustle-and-bustle. Saigon is youthful yet sophisticated, holding a charming air of modern philosophy in a post-colonial Vietnamese setting. Besides market-shopping, museums, cyclo-tours, and sightseeing, evening drinks and a little dancing should be planned as part of the experience.

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Mekong DeltaThe Mekong river and Mekong delta has provided the natural surroundings and its people with so much aliveness and fertility. The mighty tributaries of life and culture! Boat trips and bike rides, fresh fruit and fish lunches, followed by afternoon naps in the hammock. A marvelous addition to any Vietnam trip.

Phu Quoc Phu Quoc is a little piece of island paradise at the Southern tip of Vietnam. Offering the exotic and the romantic for the perfect beach holiday or honeymoon. Spend your days building sandcastles, walking along the beaches, and drinking from coconuts.

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Angkor Wat & CambodiaCambodia is a country of stories, both of hardship and of joy. It is a country where bright orange robes contrast against colossal stone faces. It is a country where smiling young people will abound you. Visit Angkor Wat, and hit the unfrequented Southern beaches. Lose yourself in Cambodia’s exciting cities, and find yourself in deep meditation in one of the Buddhist temples.

Luang Prabang & LaosIn Laos everything has a certain connectedness to it. The people, the nature, the Buddhist religion, the history, and the cultures are all one. As you travel the country you find that the Mekong is always there, holding everything as it should be: together. Nature based and community based tourism, as well as elephant trekking is becoming especially popular. Fo

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Bai Tu Long 2 days A great way to see spectacular Ha Long Bay is a two-day slow cruise through the seemingly never-ending bay of islands. Lay in the sun, enjoy a selection of the freshest seafood, and capture photograph after photograph. Treated like royalty, aboard the spectacular Red Dragon junk, off the beaten track, and at a leisurely pace.

Bai Tu Long 3 days & kayakingFootprint’s three day tour in Bai Tu Long Bay promotes a more responsible form of travel and ensures a full day, from sunrise to sunset, is spent in and around this World Heritage Site and Wonder of Nature. Spend the extra time in a kayak getting up close and personal with the limestone features that have made this area so famous.

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Sapa trek 3 days This three day, four night tour is a perfect combination of trek and culture while visiting the hill tribe villages at a pace and style that complements you. Journey away from the crowds and home stay at a traditional Red Dao home. Learn and participate in village life, and truly feel the warmth and hospitality of these incredible people.

Mountain Fansipan 3 & 4 days Sapa is renowned for its trekking, with Southeast Asia’s highest peak, Mt. Fansipan (3,143 meters) providing the perfect playground for some great hiking routes. This three or four day trek, with outdoor camping, offers all of the challenges and rewards of any mountain hike.

Pu Luong 3 days & 5 daysAdding extra days to your trekking tour to Pu Luong gives your legs a chance to adjust to the new terrain and added exercise. On the latter days of trekking we look towards more challenging routes. You are rewarded with increased remoteness and picnic lunches. Nights are spent with the Thai ethnic minority families who run the eco home stays. Expect to be on the trails at least 5 hours a day. Definitely a favorite pick among our guests.

Mai Chau Pu Luong 2 daysOne of the most picturesque regions of Vietnam’s northwest, the Pu Luong Nature Reserve is an area with outstanding beauty and biodiversity. Venture around the area on foot exploring the trekking trails. Spend the night in a typical Thai, eco home stay and get to know the family and culture. Staying in these home stay’s supports a project between the park and the ethnic communities living in the reserve.

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Cuc Phuong trek & homestay 3 daysThis special tour design is a wonderful combination of exciting jungle trekking through the diverse flora and fauna of the National Park, and relaxing with an overnight rest in a traditional stilt home of the Muong ethnic minority. In addition to this, you boat through Ninh Binh’s incredible karst landscape in the Van Long Nature Reserve.

Babe lakes 3 daysThe amazingly, beautiful Ba Be lakes and surrounding area is still unspoiled by mass tourism. This three-day tour, offered by Footprint, includes boating into all three lakes, some short walking in the National Park and staying in a traditional stilt home of the Tay ethnic minority. This is a tour for those with a little more time and who want a relaxing getaway from the tourists.

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Cycling Hanoi 1 dayExploring Hanoi’s outskirts is best done by bicycle! Start and finish at the historic Long Bien Bridge - near Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This tour of Hanoi’s nearby countryside is fully guided and includes cruising through traditional villages, immense rice paddies, and visits to some of the area’s pagodas.

Cycling Ninh Binh 2 daysEscape the stresses of the city for a couple of days into an area that compliments a mix of adventure and relaxation. This trip is perfect for all types of travelers including couples, families and, large groups. The bikes are fully ridged standard bikes for ease of travel. Your are fully supported by a van for safety and added flexibility. A short boat trip is planned for the second day as a reward for all your hard work.

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Cycling is a great way to see the countryside and life of the locals. Visiting the Mekong with a bike gives you a great chance to explore the hidden parts of the countryside, people and their culture. Not to worry, a boat trip and visit to the famous Mekong floating markets is scheduled for the second day.

This cycling adventure ensures four days of being on the bikes, as well as four days of markets and Mekong culture. Some of the freshest and most delicious food in Vietnam is another highlight of this tour; another Footprint favorite!

Cycling Mekong 2 days

Cycling Mekong 4 days

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Cycling NorthEast 7 daysAn extensive and exciting itinerary, with visits to some of the most under-rated destinations in the North. The trip which covers over 200km of road and terrain (on bikes) starts and finishes in Hanoi, and brings cyclists to Ba Be, Cao Bang, Ban Gioc waterfall, and Lang Son. The trip promises to be challenging and has been designed to suite the demands of serious cyclists. For the not-so-serious the package includes a support vehicle for the entire length of the trip.

North trek & cruise 4 daysThis tour was created for those pressed for time but still wanting to see it all. Three destinations with enough time to explore two of the most famous spots in north Vietnam: Sapa and Ha Long Bay. First and third nights are spent on the train to and from Sapa. Night two - after a great day of trekking - is spent in a homestay. The last night is spent aboard the Red Dragon junk in Ha Long Bay.

For those with interest in the cultural mosaic and inspirational landscapes of northern Vietnam, and those with limited time, this is truly ideal for you. A panorama of diverse beauty from Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter, to Sapa’s terraced rice paddies and ethnic minorities, to the magic and treasures of Ha Long Bay.

Essential North package tour 9 days

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This tour is ideal for travelers whose time is limited but still want to have a panorama of the diversity and beauty of Vietnam. Visit from north to south checking off the most colourful and inspirational destinations in the country. You will trek and homesty in Sapa, cruise off the beaten path in Ha Long Bay, visit and catch all the sights in Hue, Hoi An, and Saigon, as well as have a day to visit the Mekong.

Vietnam inspiration 14 days

Eco adventures 15 daysEco adventures Vietnam is an ideal package for travelers who are active, adventure lovers and wish to experience the diversity and majestic beauty of Vietnam. The soft adventures and fun activities that are included have been designed for all - from the timid first-timer to the experienced enthusiast. Cyclo, trek, market-hop, kayak, boat, tour, sightsee and cycle in all of Vietnam’s best spots!

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Visit charming Hanoi and bustling Saigon. Get to know the colourful cultures of Sapa and become a part of daily Mekong River life. Not to be forgotten, are the ancient stories of the past told at the numerous World Heritage Sites in Vietnam’s center including Hue and Hoi An. At least twice on this tour you will find time to relax by the sea, cruising amongst the magic of Ha Long Bay, and sun bathing on the gorgeous beaches of Nha Trang.

A lively Vietnam in 20 days

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