Course Description: Vietnam Culture & History Study Tour Programme (Groups)

🇻🇳 Vietnam Culture & History Programme in Hanoi, Da Nang, Huế & Hội An

Discover living history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes across Hanoi, Da Nang, Huế, and Hội An. Over 2 weeks, students combine university exchanges, hands-on cultural workshops, service learning, and iconic excursions—all within a fully supported group itinerary.

⭐ Key Facts

• Type Group (minimum 10 students) • Ages 12–18 • Duration 2 weeks

• Locations Hanoi • Da Nang • Huế • Hội An

• Teaching & exchanges Visits to leading universities; student meetups & idea exchanges

• Accommodation 3★ hotels, 2–4 students per room (group leaders in single rooms)

• Meals Three meals per day (Vietnamese cuisine + international options)

• Transport Private coach + domestic flights for intercity travel

• Pastoral care 24/7 counsellor support (1:15)

• Outcomes Certificate of Completion + personalised cultural report

📚 Programme Highlights

• University visits & exchanges: Meet Vietnamese students, discuss campus life, and compare education systems.

• Cultural & historical immersion: Explore temples, royal cities, ancient villages, UNESCO sites, and museums.

• Service learning: Volunteer by teaching conversational English and engaging with local children.

• Hands-on craft workshops: Traditional pottery (Bat Tràng), incense-making (Huế), and village handicrafts.

• Business & innovation exposure: Cultural exchange workshop with leaders at a major international retail group.

• Final presentation: Showcase learning and reflections with local peers at a university venue.

🗓 Daily Routine (guide)

• Mornings: University visits, cultural activities, or guided excursions to key heritage sites

• Afternoons: Hands-on workshops, service projects, or scenic tours

• Evenings: Cultural shows, local dinners, night markets, and structured free time with peers

🏯 Key Excursions & Activities

Hanoi: Museum of Ethnology • Temple of Literature • Old Quarter • Water Puppet Show • Duong Lâm Ancient Village • Bat Tràng Pottery Village • Ha Long Bay cruise

Ninh Bình: Boat rides at Tam Cốc/Tràng An • Múa Cave hike • Ancient capital site

Da Nang & Hội An: Ba Na Hills (Golden Bridge) • Hội An Ancient Town • Countryside bike tour & basket-boat ride • Lantern-lit old streets

Huế: Thiên Mụ Pagoda • Imperial City • Khải Định Mausoleum • Perfume River dragon-boat with folk music • Incense-making village

🛏 Accommodation & Meals

• Hotels: Modern 3 star properties; students in twin–quad rooms; leaders in singles

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily (dietary needs accommodated with advance notice)

✅ What’s Included

• 3★ hotel accommodation (shared) and all meals

• Academic visits, student exchanges, cultural workshops

• Excursions, cultural visits, and intercity transport (coach + domestic flights)

• Evening activities and cultural performances

• 24/7 pastoral care (counsellor ratio 1:15)

• Welcome kit (T-shirt, notebook, water bottle)

• Certificate of Completion and personalised cultural report

🚫 Not Included

• International airfare • Visa • Insurance • Translation services (if required)

🎓 Certificates & Awards

• Certificate of Completion

• Personalised cultural & academic report summarising skills and progress

• Awards presented during the final presentation with local peers

Why this programme: From ancient capitals to modern skylines, Vietnam offers an immersive classroom where students build leadership, teamwork, and cross-cultural communication while deepening their understanding of Southeast Asia’s culture and history.