{"id":100606,"date":"2017-03-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-03-13T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/epic-asia-adventures-with-friends\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:54:04","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:54:04","slug":"epic-asia-adventures-with-friends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/epic-asia-adventures-with-friends\/","title":{"rendered":"Epic Asian Adventures With Friends"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Make friendship memories that last a lifetime when you book Travelstart and Topdeck&#8217;s un-pho-gettable package tours in Vietnam for 18 to 39 year olds only. Book an epic adventure in Asia with your favourite mates from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/promotions-specials\/holiday-packages\/top-deck\/special-trips-to-vietnam#1\">R 9,920<\/a> per person sharing!<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58806\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.50.20-AM.png\" alt=\"H\u1ed9i An vietnam adventure\" width=\"628\" height=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of visitvietnam via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BRhX8e5D_wV\/?tagged=hoian&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Instagram<\/a><\/h6>\n<p>The Vietnamese Voyage takes you on a whirlwind trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Halong Bay to Hanoi.<\/p>\n<p>On the 8 day <strong>Vietnamese Voyage<\/strong> you get:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners<\/li>\n<li>6 nights in hostels &amp; hotels, 1 nights sailing on a traditional junk boat<\/li>\n<li>Flights between all major cities<\/li>\n<li>Guided tours of all major cities<\/li>\n<li>Awesome local trip leader\n<p class=\"text-sm\"><strong>Group Size:<\/strong> Maximum 20<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-sm\"><strong>Transport:<\/strong> Small modern air conditioned vehicle, overnight train and internal flight<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Get the gang together and make your travel dreams come true.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Get 20% off your Vietnamese Adventure\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/promotions-specials\/holiday-packages\/top-deck\/special-trips-to-vietnam#1\">here<\/a>.<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/marina-garci-125492.jpg\" alt=\"Asia Adventure\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Halong Bay<\/h2>\n<p>This World Heritage Site is famous for this view of limestone islands and emerald waters:<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.39.38-AM.png\" alt=\"halong bay\" width=\"632\" height=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of @bansalbound via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BRjCAJkDLNy\/?hl=en \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Instagram<\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58801\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.39.03-AM.png\" alt=\"ha long bay\" width=\"780\" height=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of sold_a_telly via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BRi1JdmBRAr\/?tagged=halongbay&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Instagram<\/a><\/h6>\n<h2>Ho Chi Minh City<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58802\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.41.57-AM.png\" alt=\"ho chi minh city coconuts\" width=\"780\" height=\"512\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of savannah.remington via Instagram<\/h6>\n<p>Known for the pivotal historical role it played during the Vietnam War.<br \/>\nDon&#8217;t miss out on the incredible street food in B\u1ebfn Th\u00e0nh Market.<br \/>\nPlus check out the fashion and hip restaurants which give this city its unique pulsating character.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58803\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.41.32-AM.png\" alt=\"ho chi minh city fashion\" width=\"780\" height=\"778\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of blacklist.secret via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BRkkyrojbYY\/?tagged=hochiminhcity&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Instagram<\/a><\/h6>\n<h2>Hanoi<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58795\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.06.36-AM.png\" alt=\"Hanoi flowers in the street\" width=\"780\" height=\"516\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of @clan.top4 via Instagram<\/h6>\n<p>Humming Hanoi, known for its centuries-old architecture and flowers in the street! Look out for a strong french influence and don&#8217;t miss amazing shopping opportunities in \u0110\u1ed3ng Xu\u00e2n Market.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58794\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.07.21-AM.png\" alt=\"explore vietnam\" width=\"780\" height=\"577\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of @clan.top4 via Instagram<\/h6>\n<h2>H\u1ed9i An<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-58806\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-13-at-10.50.20-AM.png\" alt=\"H\u1ed9i An vietnam adventure\" width=\"628\" height=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Courtesy of visitvietnam via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BRhX8e5D_wV\/?tagged=hoian&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Instagram<\/a><\/h6>\n<p>H\u1ed9i An translates as &#8220;peaceful meeting place&#8221;. This beautiful coastal town is a treat for the eyes. Think beaches, hiking, yoga and cooking classes!<\/p>\n<h2>The advantages of adventure package tours:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>no admin<\/li>\n<li>save money with great group discounts<\/li>\n<li>you get to party and travel with your close friends while making friends with people from all over the world<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Un-Pho-Ghettable Vietnam from R11, 120 per person sharing &#8211; 8 days &#8211; Ho Chi Minh City to\u00a0H\u1ed9i An<\/h2>\n<p>Includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners<\/li>\n<li>5 nights in hotels, 1 night in a homestay, 1 night on an overnight train<\/li>\n<li>Internal flight<\/li>\n<li>Guided tours of all major cities<\/li>\n<li>Awesome Local Trip Leader + Local Guides<\/li>\n<li>Modern air-conditioned vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Group Size: Maximum 20<\/p>\n<p>Transport: Small modern air conditioned vehicle, internal flights<br \/>\n<strong>Good to know: <\/strong>This is a section of the epic 27 Day Asian Fusion Trip (perfect for extending your travels)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Group Size:<\/strong> Maximum 20<\/p>\n<h2>Take the High road to Hanoi- now R12,720 per person sharing &#8211; 7 days\u00a0H\u1ed9i An to Hanoi<\/h2>\n<p>Includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"text-sm\">\n<li>6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners<\/li>\n<li>5 nights in hotels, 1 night on a junk boat<\/li>\n<li>Guided tours of all major cities<\/li>\n<li>Awesome Local Trip Leader + Local Guides<\/li>\n<li>Modern air-conditioned vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Good to know: <\/strong>This is a section of the epic 27 Day Asian Fusion Trip (perfect for extending your travels)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Group Size:<\/strong> Maximum 20<\/p>\n<h2>Go all out with Vietnam Uncovered &#8211; 12 days Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi \u2013 includes Hoi An, Hue and Halong Bay &#8211; Save 20% now R18,396 per person sharing<\/h2>\n<p>Includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"text-sm\">\n<li>11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners<\/li>\n<li>8 nights in hotels, 1 night homestay, 1 night on a junk boat &amp; 1 night on an overnight train<\/li>\n<li>Internal flights<\/li>\n<li>Guided tours of all major cities<\/li>\n<li>Awesome local trip leader + local guides<\/li>\n<li>Modern air-conditioned vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Group Size:<\/strong> Maximum 20<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Deal Expires on 31st March 2017 &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/promotions-specials\/holiday-packages\/top-deck\/special-trips-to-vietnam#1\">Book here for 20 % off now.<\/a><\/h2>\n<h2>Combine your tour with this amazing flight specials from Qatar Airways:<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/airlines\/qatar-airways\">Return from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh for only R7967!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make friendship memories that last a lifetime when you book Travelstart and Topdeck&#8217;s un-pho-gettable package tours in Vietnam for 18 to 39 year olds only. 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Courtesy of visitvietnam via Instagram The Vietnamese Voyage takes you on a whirlwind trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Halong Bay to Hanoi. &#8230; <a title=\"Epic Asian Adventures With Friends\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/epic-asia-adventures-with-friends\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Epic Asian Adventures With Friends\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":100574,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16,448],"tags":[225,43],"class_list":["post-100606","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel","category-inspiration-travel","tag-qatar-airways","tag-vietnam","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ 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