Vietnam Ha Noi
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam
Duration
5 Nights 6 Days Days
Travel Date
Age Group
19+
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Overview
Vietnam, a strip of land shaped like the letter “S”, lies on the eastern part of the Indochinese peninsula. It is bordered by China in the north, Laos and Cambodia to the west, the East Sea to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the east and south. Three quarters of its territory comprise mountains and hills and it has over 3,000 km long coastline.
Vietnam has a long history of affiliating with a dominant civilization and adapting that civilization’s ideas, institutions, and technology to Vietnamese purposes. This pattern of affiliating and adapting was already evident in Vietnam’s historical relations with China, and it reappeared as descendants of mandarins responded to the challenge of the West by rejecting tradition and becoming communists to combat colonialism. The pattern was evident again as it animated 20th-century artistic movements that employed Western forms to promote social renovation; and since the 1980s it has been the driving force behind the Vietnam Communist Party’s embrace of economic liberalization and integration into the world economy. Such strategic absorption and adaptation have helped propel Vietnam to become one of the world’s most populous countries, with one of the most rapidly expanding market economies.
Tour Highlights
Vietnamese Design Heritage: Meet the community.
Learn Sustainable practices in Architecture Design.
Engage with Experts: Meet local artisans and industry leaders to foster global design perspectives.
Expert Sessions – Gain practical experience in creative design, materials, and techniques.
Design Thinking Workshop.
University Interactions
Itinerary
Vietnamese Design Culture
Arrive in Hanoi and check in at the hotel. Kickstart your journey with a welcome brief introducing Vietnamese art history, Architecture traditional design, and craftsmanship. at The Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum. Time Place & Existence Heritage walking tour through Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter, to observe traditional street houses (tube houses) and urban planning influenced by the city’s geography. Key Stop s: Hang Bac (silver street) to explore traditional jewelry making, Hang Gai for silk and textile designs. Evening Vietnamese Water puppet show, highlighting local design and craftsmanship in puppet creation and set design. Overnight stay at Hotel (L)
Creative Immersion & Architectural Heritage Tour
After breakfast, proceed to Visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum , Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House and Ba Dinh Square: Focus on the architecture and symbolic design
Temple of Literature: Learn about ancient Vietnamese architecture and its influence on modern Vietnamese design.
visit Architectural University for an interactive session ( As per Availability )
Group Reflection at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square
Dinner on own (B,L)
Vietnamese Textile & Craft Design - Meet the Community
After breakfast, proceed towards Farming Architects studio or Session at Võ Trọng Nghĩa Architects’ Studio, focusing on innovative designs that incorporate traditional materials. for an interactive session ( As per availability )
Visit – Explore the Bat Trang Ceramic Village,
Ceramics Workshop at Bat Trang Pottery Village: A hands-on workshop in Bat Trang, Hanoi’s famous pottery village. Students will get to experience creating their own ceramics while learning about traditional Vietnamese pottery techniques.
Visit the Hanoi Night Market to see a vibrant display of contemporary Vietnamese street fashion and local craft products. (B,L)
Contemporary Art & Design- Tradition meets Modernity
Visit to the Ethnology Museum: A guided session on ethnic minority textiles and patterns, and how these traditional designs are incorporated into contemporary fashion.
Tradition Meets Modernity
Visit Học viện Viettel (Viettel Academy) -Visit to Viettel Academy Campus to study modern sustainable architecture, focusing on eco-friendly design.
Visit Viettel Sport Center – Session on Institutional Design (B,L)
Immersive Art & Architecture Design Experience
Van Phuc Silk Village/ Village de la Soie: renowned for its centuries-old silk weaving tradition. Explore silk cafés and boutiques, engage with master weavers to learn the delicate art of creating intricate silk patterns firsthand.
Paper-Making Workshop at Duong Lam Village: a village known for its bamboo paper production. Engagein a hands-on workshop where students learn the intricateprocess of paper design and creation.
Visit to the Green One UN House in Hanoi, a model of energy-efficient, eco-friendly design. Workshop on how architecture responds to Vietnam’s climate challenges. ( As per availability – can be changed to Lacquerware workshop by Artist Nguyen Tan Phat)
Evening Free Time: Stroll around the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake or visit Dong Xuan Market for souvenir shopping and a vibrant local experience.
Dinner on own & overnight stay at Hotel (B,L)
Ninh Binh Province
Breakfast at Hotel
Travel to Ninh Binh (2 hours from Hanoi), a UNESCO World Heritage site with dramatic karst landscapes.
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Town
Boat tour of Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, exploring how natural geography influences local design and community architecture.
Evening back to Hanoi
Free time for shopping and dinner on own (B,L)
Breakfast at Hotel
Check out & proceed for Workshopat 282 Workshop & ResearchFoundation: Participate in an intensive, creative workshop fostering innovative thinking and hands-on experimentation in the fieldsof furniture and Product design.
Or Time for self exploration
Later drop at Airport to board return flight back home (B)
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Trip Highlights
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Cultural Activities
K-Pop & Drama Locations
Accomodations
Inclusion/Exclusion
- 7N accommodations on TPL sharing basis
- Breakfast on all days
- AC coach for sightseeing and Transfers
- Admissions to Skytree Tembo Deck and Nezu Museum are included
- English speaking guide
- Tour Manager services
- Travel Insurance
- Airfare, Visa, Insurance (Quoted Seperately)
- Applicable Taxes
- Gratuity for guide and/or separate driver Additional meals and drinks
- No early/ late check in/out
- Lunch, Dinner or any other meals
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Any other service that is not mentioned in the program
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Some Kind Words
This was one hell of an edutainment trip…jam packed with education as well as entertainment! The guide and the mentors were so supportive, friendly and understanding throughout. We got to learn a lot about Balinese architecture and the hands on bamboo workshop was the best part. We were also given the freedom to explore the place on our own and overall happy miles did an amazing job. Special thanks to Mark sir and Pulkit sir :)
Madhubala M
Student
amazingly organised - the stay the activities and the teacher attention and handling. totally enjoyed the surfing, graffiti, dance, cycling in the paddy field, vegetable planting, furniture making, Balinese dance everyday we did 2-3 new activities and learnt lots of life skills we didn’t know we needed Mark and Sawant Sir were fun Bali guides as we experienced Bali across its villages, beaches art and spirituality.
Jahaan Arora
Student
Had an amazing time in Bali. I learnt so much and experienced so many new things. Thanks to happy miles I got to leave Bali with good memories.😁
Deepshikha Monnappa
Student
Had a very great time in Bali…. Visited a lot of places and learnt so much about the traditions and life in Bali….. Thank you to happy miles☺️
Vaishnavi Vandale
Student
Our Promise to You
Your well-being and that of your group are our top priorities. We ask all participants to care for their fellow travelers by staying mindful of their health. If you experience symptoms of illness prior to travel, we encourage you to rest and recover at home.
We leverage our extensive safety resources to ensure a secure and enriching experience:
Doctors on Call – Access to professional medical advice anytime, anywhere.
24/7 On-Call Assistance: A dedicated team available round-the-clock for any travel-related emergencies.
Responsive Safety Protocols: Tailored measures that adapt to each group’s unique needs and the destination’s environment.
Additional Benefits Included in Your Insurance
Coverage for lost or delayed baggage.
Support in case of trip cancellations or interruptions.
Evacuation services in case of extreme emergencies.
Personal liability protection during the trip.
Assistance for stolen passports or travel documents.
By blending thoughtful preparation, age-appropriate supervision, and flexible policies, we ensure you can focus on enjoying the journey while we take care of the rest. Our commitment is to create a safe, enriching, and unforgettable experience for every traveler.
Hygiene
We will provide you with disposable masks to help you meet requirements for face coverings at sites we will visit or activities we do. We will take breaks for frequent hand washing and provide hand sanitizer too.
Safety briefing
Our staff will brief you when you first arrive (or sometimes even before!) on new safety protocols, created in consultation with team of medical experts.
At the Hotel
Our hotel partners are deep cleaning and modifying everything from check-in to the way you use the elevator. We are also offering affordable rooming upgrades for participants who request different room occupancy
Adjusted itineraries
We are in-the-known with all the museums, performance venues, sports arenas, companies, and other sites we visit. We will adjust your schedule to maximize your experiences each day to account for new rules for capacity management, social distancing, masks, and more.
On the motor coach
Our bus partners have new cleaning protocols and are establishing new guidelines, like loading and unloading procedures, to help keep drivers and participants safe.
Meals
When we are selecting restaurants, we will use our local knowledge and strong relationships to choose spots following strict local guidelines and hygiene practices. We will work with restaurants to modify meal plans too, such as providing boxed Meals whenever needed.
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Incase the tour participants want to deviate from the itinerary and go for another experience at their own cost, this must not disturb the ongoing group in terms of moving from one city to another etc.
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Cancellations & Refunds
If cancelled for personal reasons : Reservations cancelled 30-21 days prior to scheduled departure will incur a charge equal to 50% of the invoice, plus any additional fees charged by the supplier. Reservations cancelled within 20 days prior to scheduled departure are 100% non-refundable. No refunds will be made on unused portions of any itinerary omitted by the passenger while travelling. Refunds, credits for trip adjustments and weather reimbursements will be returned by cheque.
