June 20 to July 4, 2026
Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City in the south to Hanoi in the north, tour participants will experience the diversity and beauty of this ancient and remarkable land. They will visit the historic cities of Hoi An and Ha Long Bay, tour important museums and traditional temples, savor Vietnamese cuisine, and much more! Whenever possible, adoptees of all ages will have a chance to visit their former orphanage, foster family and/or sites significant to their adoption story and meet the people who touched their early lives. Tour participants will also have the opportunity to learn about Holt’s work in Vietnam and meet some of the children and families in our family strengthening programs.
The tour is open to all Vietnamese adoptees and adoptive families, whether or not their placing agency was Holt. Adoptees must be 9 years or older to participate in the tour.
Welcome to the registration page for Holt’s 2026 Vietnam Heritage Tour! You will find the registration form at the bottom of this page.
Vietnam Heritage Trip Details
Travel Dates
June 20 – July 4, 2026
Estimated Cost
Cost for 2026 Vietnam Tour:
- Adults (12 years and older) = $3,500
- Children (under age 12) = $3,200
- Note: A child 12 or older is considered an adult.
*Based on double occupancy, an additional $1,000 charge for a single room
**Fees are based on 25 participants
All registrations will require a $500 per-person non-refundable deposit.
Refund policy: Fees are fully refundable (excluding $500 deposit) until March 15, 2026.
These costs cover your lodging, in-country transportation, guided tours, and most meals throughout the trip. International airfare is not included and will be the responsibility of each participant to book separately. Tour fees must be paid in full by March 1, 2026.
All details are subject to change. We reserve the right to increase our costs accordingly.
Registration Deadline: March 1, 2026
Payment Deadline: March 1, 2026
Registration Process
Please email Vietnam_tour@holtinternational.org with any questions about the registration process. All registration will be completed online, including the uploading of documents. After you register, you will be contacted with any additional information needed.
Required at Registration
One registration form and a non-refundable deposit of $500 per traveler will be required upon registration. The remainder of the trip cost is due by March 1, 2026, and can be paid online or by check.
Flights
International flights to Vietnam are the responsibility of each tour participant. Please contact us before booking so we can confirm arrival and departure dates. After booking is completed, please email your full flight itinerary (airline, flight numbers, dates/times, and departure city) to: Vietnam_tour@holtinternational.org.
- Arrive city: Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat International Airport)
- Arrival date: June 20, 2006 (in Vietnam) (Depart the USA on June 19th)
- Departure date/city: July 4, 2026, from Hanoi
Entry Visas for U.S. Passport Holders
Visas are required for this trip. American citizens with a valid U.S. Passport and a valid tourist visa may enter Vietnam. Your U.S. passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Vietnam. Holt will advise families on completing the electronic visa application.
Deposit Fee and Final Payment
There is a required non-refundable deposit of $500 per traveler. This fee is included in the cost of the tour and should be paid at the time of registration. The remainder of the tour costs will be due before departure, and you will be invoiced for the final amount.
Payment Method
Pay online by credit card
Pay by check through the mail
Make checks payable to Holt International
Note on the memo line: “Holt Vietnam Heritage Tour 2026 Deposit” or “Holt Vietnam Heritage Tour 2026 Final Payment”
Mail to:
Holt International – Vietnam Heritage Tour
P.O. Box 2880
Eugene, OR 97402
Attn: Pame Chow
Recommendations
We always recommend checking the U.S. State Department’s website for any travel advisories prior to departure. Travelers should also consult their family physician regarding vaccinations or medical conditions.
Links
Vietnam Heritage Tour Information Page
If you have any questions or need more information, please email Vietnam_tour@holtinternational.org.
Vietnam Heritage Tour Registration
The traveler form consists of six pages and takes approximately five minutes per page. You may save this form and continue later. However, if you exit the traveler form, you will lose your data. Please gather the following documents for each traveler before completing the form:
- Passport
- List of medications (and reason for taking them)
- Emergency contact (name and phone number)
- Medical history
- Travel membership information