Travel to Vietnam

“We were very happy with our holiday in Vietnam and Cambodia organised through Insight Guides with Juliana from Odynovo. While arranging the itinerary we FaceTimed Juliana and sent messages to confirm preferences and ask questions. Juliana was quick to respond and action all requests. She made suggestions to give us the best experience within our budget. We started in Hanoi with Tuan as our guide - he was a fantastic guide with great insight and information about the history of northern Vietnam and how life has changed in his lifetime. Is food tour helped orientate us and inform us about traditional dishes. He also gave excellent suggestions where to eat in the evenings. He tailored our days to suit our interests and ensured we knew how to meet up with tours organised with other agencies. He was wonderful! After a luxurious overnight cruise in Halong Bay Tuan made sure we were able to catch the overnight train to Da Nang which was great fun. In Da Nang we were met by Qwac who was kind and helpful during our stay, we were able to get superb tailor made dresses and trousers on his recommendation at Blue clothing. Our driver Tuang greeted us with cold water and flannels as needed. We had booked homestay at Jackfruit and were initially disappointed to be staying next door as we had liked the look of Jackfruit. Very glad we stayed as the family were kind and we enjoyed lovely breakfasts and they helped us with laundry giving us an authentic homestay experience which is what we wanted. Kim made our stay in Saigon amazing- particularly during our day trip to the Mekong River Delta. She was fun, very knowledgeable and interesting about the history and current affairs. Kim gave good recommendations for activities in our down time, helped us negotiate tipping and was a godsend ensuring we were at the right gate for check in for our flight to Cambodia. In Cambodia we met our guide, Sun who has been incredibly attentive with our driver Mr Ya. He has not only recommended but also booked restaurants and transport in the evenings. He arranged late check out without being asked for our final day. He adapted the itinerary with our agreement to avoid being out at the hottest part of the day. Mr Ya is always ready with ice cold water and icy flannels on our return to the air-conditioned car after exploring temples. Overall we have been incredibly impressed with booking through Insight Guides - thank you so much, we are already thinking about our next trip and will certainly come back to Insight Guides.”

“Justravel Asia. My wife and I got the name of this company from the Insight Guides Vietnam, to help us plan a four week journey through the whole country from Hanoi to the far south, with many places in between. It was a lucky choice. Our contact was directly with the company’s director, Han Pham. She organised and booked all internal travel, accommodation, transfers, guides, car drivers, indeed everything which made the odyssey a wonderful experience. Her choice of hotels and guides was exceptional having planned the itinerary around the places which we wanted to visit. Han can be especially praised for the rapidity and reliability of her responses to our enquiries. The guides, both female and male, were hugely knowledgeable about their country, as well as being very nice ,friendly, pro-active, interesting people with whom it was a great pleasure to spend a lot of time. Their impressive command of English enabled us to have long conversations which went far beyond the usual tour- guide contact. We also want to recommend Han’s choice of drivers. They were all safe and considerate, two important considerations for long road trips. Thank you Justravel Asia for an unforgettable holiday. Philip and Ursula, Scotland.”

“This review has been a long time coming, but for a trip as remarkable as the one I had with Han Pham, Insight Guides, and the whole team, it deserves every bit of praise. Having traveled the world for 35 years, I wanted my retirement to begin with a dream vacation—a complex, multi-country trip. Choosing Han Pham was the best decision I could have made. From the very start, Han proved herself to be an exceptional travel planner. She didn’t just take my input—she elevated it. Her suggestions aligned perfectly with my interests and were tailored to make every moment of my trip memorable. When unforeseen events, like a historic hurricane, impacted the region, Han demonstrated incredible adaptability, offering thoughtful alternatives that kept the adventure going seamlessly. Planning a trip of this magnitude was no small feat, especially as I faced health challenges that required significant itinerary changes. Han’s patience, understanding, and flexibility during this time were extraordinary. She handled my indecision with grace and ensured that every adjustment was executed flawlessly. Throughout the trip, Han continued to exceed expectations. She accommodated last-minute requests, whether it was visiting a newly recommended site or making arrangements to meet friends in-country. Han coordinated with the guides and drivers to keep everything running smoothly, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. One of the standout aspects was the professional, easy-to-follow itinerary. For a complex journey with many moving parts, it was a lifesaver. Each time we made a change (and there were plenty), Han had the updated version back in my inbox within a day, which gave me confidence and peace of mind in her planning. Han Pham, the guides, and the entire team made this dream vacation unforgettable. Their professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of my trip was exceptional. I cannot recommend them highly enough. If you’re looking for a travel experience where you feel truly cared for and supported, Han and her team are the ones to trust.”

“We had never used a tour agency before, but when we looked into the Insight Guides for guidance for our 5+ week trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, there seemed to be a good culture and values fit for us. We wanted to be as independent as possible, but the relationship also brought additional value in that we learned about landscapes that we didn't know existed and the team helped us navigate the logistics. Everything was seamless; we could count on everything going smoothly on our trip, even the parts that were not planned and executed by the expert in Asia. They made sure we were coordinated.”

“We had a really good time and loved Vietnam. Our guides in Hanoi and Siagon were both excellent, knowledgeable and were obviously proud of their country. We enjoyed the rest and beach time in Phu Quoc and probably would have explored a bit more if Lynn had been better, but it didn't really change much. The food was really good. Having a guide with a driver in the hot conditions enabled us to cover more areas and see more. We only had two weeks and did; Hanoi, Halong Bay, Saigon, Mekong Delta and some beach time on Phu Quoc. All flights and transfers were on time, our contact responded quickly to any questions. Highlights; walking round Hanoi after dark Vespa bike tour in Saigon The food ! If you have more time then build in some time for just you to potter around and explore yourselves.”

“Our recent trip to Vietnam using Insight Guides was exceptional. Every experience we had was very well organized and was exactly what we anticipated. Our 4 tour guides, Thanh, Lan, Huy and Doan were all spectacular hosts! They were all extremely knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and informative - we feel as if we also made 4 new friends on this trip! This was our first experience with a guided tour; it will not be our last. We have already recommended your company to several family and friends. Thank you for helping make our family holiday so memorable!”