Vietnam Solo Trip Review: Hanoi, Saigon, Cooking Class, Local Cuisine, 2-Week Travel

A Miracle Worker in the Nick of Time

An adventure traveler I have always been, but now as an octogenarian, I found myself somewhat apprehensive about traveling solo in Vietnam. On the advice of an acquaintance, only two weeks before "lift-off," I reached out to Zicasso Travel, which put me in touch with this travel company. Allison, a travel expert in South Asia custom tours, designed a 15-day itinerary with a guide and driver that covered highlights from Hanoi in the north to Saigon in the south. Recently returned, I have only the most glowing comments about what a delightful and informative trip it was. I soon realized that the Vietnamese are some of the most hospitable, caring folks I have ever encountered.

All arrangements worked smoothly, and my guides in each location were most friendly and efficient, informative and caring. In fact, my guide in Saigon invited me to spend my last day with his family in the suburbs, a special opportunity to view the life of a Vietnamese family from the inside out.

The hotel in Saigon was a jewel of a boutique accommodation with a rooftop swimming pool and bar, and a breakfast each morning that was varied and tasty. The concierge could not have been more pleasant and helpful, greeting me by name upon my return from sightseeing each day, and offering me an iced ginger-lemon tea to refresh myself.

Thank you, Allison, for knowing exactly what would suit my needs. Just in the nick of time for me to enjoy a beautiful trip through Vietnam!