A Group Trip to Vietnam: Grace and Her Six World Explorers
Last updated: July 1, 2026
A group trip to Vietnam has a special kind of energy, and Grace’s group of six proved it beautifully. Two friends from Sydney and four from Manila, travelling together on a twelve-day adventure — and every photo they sent me came with the same thing: smiles.
- Travellers: six well-travelled friends — two from Sydney, four from Manila
- Trip length: a twelve-day journey through Vietnam
- Route: from Hanoi down to Ho Chi Minh City
- Trip style: a joyful friends’ group adventure
- Highlight: a dinner cruise on the Indochine Queen in Ho Chi Minh City
A group trip to Vietnam full of smiles
At My Viva Tour, we were lucky enough to host this lovely group of six ladies. As I write, they’re almost finishing their twelve-day journey — right now they’re in Ho Chi Minh City, enjoying a beautiful dinner on the Indochine Queen cruise. Throughout the trip, Grace and the others kept sharing stunning photos with me, and what I love most is that they’re always smiling. Travelling with five or six friends must be such a joyful, memorable experience.
When I met Grace and the group in Hanoi, she shared some of her past adventures around the world. That’s when I realised just how well-travelled she and her friends are. They’ve visited so many countries and experienced so many cultures — and yet they chose Vietnam this time. I felt genuinely honoured that our team could support them.
The world is full of surprising connections
From the beautiful photos Grace sent, I learned something lovely. Some wonders of the world can resemble each other from certain angles. When she showed me her pictures from Palawan, in the El Nido area, I was amazed at how similar it looked to Halong Bay — for a moment, I almost thought it was Vietnam.
“Some wonders of the world look surprisingly alike — Grace’s photos of El Nido could almost have been Halong Bay.”
Every time a new traveller chooses My Viva Tour, I realise again how much I learn from them. Each guest brings new stories, new perspectives and new inspiration, and I’m always grateful for these encounters.
Ideal pacing: for a group of friends over twelve days I like to begin in Hanoi, work gently down the country, and finish in Ho Chi Minh City — ending on a dinner cruise is a lovely, low-effort way to celebrate together.
Tips from Grace’s group trip
- Groups travel well here. Vietnam is easy and fun for five or six friends — shared transfers and dinners keep everyone together.
- Book a dinner cruise to finish. A river cruise in Ho Chi Minh City is a relaxed, celebratory way to end the trip.
- Twelve days flows nicely. Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City in around twelve days gives the group time without exhausting anyone.
Want a trip like Grace’s?
Planning a getaway with friends? Their twelve days align beautifully with our Viva Vietnam 12-day tour, running from Hanoi down to Ho Chi Minh City. Message me, Lan, and I’ll tailor a group route — dinner cruise included — to suit your crew.
Over to you: have you travelled Vietnam with a group of friends? I’d love to hear how it went — tell me in the comments below. Thank you!
Quick FAQ from Grace’s group trip
Is Vietnam good for a group of friends?
Yes — it’s affordable, easy to organise and full of shared experiences, from city walks to river cruises. A private group itinerary keeps everyone travelling together at a comfortable pace.
How long should a group spend in Vietnam?
Around twelve days is a great length for a group, covering Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City without rushing. It leaves room for both sightseeing and relaxed evenings together.
If a joyful group trip to Vietnam sounds like your kind of holiday, get in touch with My Viva Tour — we’d love to plan it, smiles included, just as we did for Grace and her friends.
