VIETNAM
CULTURAL ODYSSEY & SERVICE
Let the lure of history pull you in as you explore and support education projects in the heart of Hanoi, the gateway to Vietnam!
Highlights
FOR THE VIETNAM: CULTURAL ODYSSEY & SERVICE
- Learn to cook traditional Vietnamese food
- Stay overnight on a boat in the world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay
- Engage in a cultural exchange with local high school students
- Visit Duong Lam and Thầy Pagoda
- Explore Bái Đính Temple and take a boat through the natural wonders of Ninh Binh province
- Enjoy a famous Tonkin Water Puppet Show
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Cultural Odyssey & Service
VIETNAM
CULTURAL ODYSSEY & SERVICE
Program Overview
From the hustle and bustle of Hanoi to the serene waters of Ha Long Bay, experience Vietnam, a country bursting with life, culture and history. Support meaningful education projects by partnering with the Friendship Village, where you’ll lend a hand with daily activities that serve children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Here, you’ll see firsthand how the village uplifts families still affected by the lingering impact of Agent Orange from the Vietnam War, and how local initiatives are driving positive change. As you immerse yourself in this awe-inspiring country, you’ll not only visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, but also explore lively markets, take in stunning landscapes and deepen your connection to Vietnamese culture and cuisine through a hands-on cooking class.
VIETNAM
CULTURAL ODYSSEY & SERVICE
Community Service
After decades of war, there is much work to be done to support the local communities still reeling from the aftermath. Support local community initiatives led by the Friendship Village in Hanoi and see how they are creating positive change in the lives of families affected by the use of Agent Orange during the 1960s.
Hands-On Learning
Surrounded by bustling city life, lush green terraced rice paddies, and intricate temples, opportunities for discovery are plentiful in Vietnam. Exploring the historic center will take us to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where we can pay our respects before winding through local markets filled with products and keepsakes. On the city tour, we’ll also visit the Hoa Lo Prison Museum and learn about the Vietnam War’s haunting history. Step into the home of a friendly local for a cooking class, where we will master the art of crafting Vietnamese delicacies and deepen our connection to the local culture.
Adventure
Our Vietnam journey begins in Hanoi, where motorbikes fill the streets, food stalls line the sidewalks and the city moves at a bustling pace. Journey to Ha Long Bay to discover pristine coastlines, encounter unusual rock formations, kayak to the Cua Van Floating Village in clear blue water, and explore the Sung Sot caves. Enjoy a small celebration on the sundeck of our overnight boat. Cycle around the intricate temples of Bai Dinh, then take a boat to visit multiple caves on the rivers of Ninh Binh Province.
Lodging
Students will share comfortable, gender-segregated rooms and bathrooms and will have sun terraces to enjoy their surroundings.
VIETNAM
CULTURAL ODYSSEY & SERVICE
Dates & Tuition
Everything you need to know before you apply.
14-Day Program
Ages 14-18
| 2025 Dates |
|---|
| JUN 23 – JUL 6 |
| JUL 9 – JUL 22 |
Tuition Includes All In-Country Expenses
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- In-country transportation
- Lodging
- 3 meals per day
- Professional full-time staff and experts
- 24/7 parent support hotline during the program
- Secondary medical and evacuation insurance
- Cultural activities, lectures and excursions
- Pre-departure materials and support
- Educational materials
To save your spot, an application fee and $600 deposit are required.
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VIETNAM
CULTURAL ODYSSEY
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