Vietnam holiday for visually impaired travellers

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CARBON REDUCTION

Human-powered transport: Vietnam is best explored at a gentle, immersive pace. During our trips, we’ll take guided walks through bustling markets, ancient temples, and peaceful riverside paths, allowing you to fully experience the textures underfoot, from cobblestones to riverbank soil. Listen to the vibrant sounds of street life, the chatter of locals, and the gentle flow of waterways. Where appropriate, we may include short boat trips along the Mekong or Ha Long Bay, offering a rich sensory perspective of the landscapes and communities from the water.

Vegetarian and vegan options: Vietnam is renowned for its fresh, plant-based cuisine. Throughout the trip, vegetarian and vegan options are available at local markets, cafés, and restaurants. During hands-on cooking experiences, you’ll prepare and taste traditional Vietnamese dishes adapted for all diets, engaging your senses with the fragrances, textures, and flavours of herbs, spices, and fresh ingredients.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE

Heritage and culture: Vietnam is rich in history, from ancient imperial cities to vibrant street life and artisan communities. Our trips include visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the ancient town of Hoi An, the complex of Hue Monuments, and the stunning landscapes of Ha Long Bay. At these sites, you’ll explore tactile experiences, hear the unique sounds of local life, and feel the textures of historic buildings and natural formations, bringing history and heritage vividly to life. Visits to local workshops, such as silk weaving, pottery, or lantern-making, allow you to touch and feel materials while learning about traditional crafts. Throughout the trip, we emphasise sustainable travel practices that support the preservation of these cultural treasures.

Urban and rural wildlife: Despite the busy streets and bustling towns, Vietnam is home to unique wildlife. On guided walks and river excursions, you may hear the calls of tropical birds, notice dragonflies and butterflies, or glimpse fish and other riverine creatures. Our guides ensure all interactions are respectful and highlight the importance of protecting both natural and cultural environments.

People

LOCAL ECONOMY

We pride ourselves on engaging local guides for all our trips. In Vietnam, this includes guided walks through bustling old quarters, visits to family-run workshops, and exploring lively local markets and cafés. Along the way, you will feel the uneven textures of ancient stone streets, hear the buzz of motorbikes and street vendors calling out, and breathe in the rich aromas of freshly brewed coffee, fragrant herbs, and sizzling street food. These experiences allow for a deeper connection with Vietnam’s vibrant culture and heritage.

Following our ethos of Responsible Tourism, we are passionate about supporting local businesses and community projects. During our stay, you will meet local artisans and farmers, learning about traditional crafts such as silk weaving, pottery, and rice-paper making. These encounters give insight into how communities preserve their cultural traditions while creating sustainable livelihoods for future generations.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY

As an inclusive employer, we are proud of our diverse and welcoming workforce, which includes visually impaired staff members. Our focus is to provide both Tailored and Group trips for the visually impaired community, while fostering an inclusive environment for all, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, ability, or sexual orientation.

Our trips are carefully designed to cater to a wide range of needs, including physical or sensory impairments. Assistance is available from the moment a client arrives at the destination until departure. On Tailored holidays, support is provided as much or as little as required depending on individual levels of sight and mobility. On Group trips, support is generally provided at a ratio of one guide for every two clients, according to personal needs. Situations requiring additional support, such as personal care or help during meal times, are assessed individually, and we always do our utmost to ensure every traveller feels supported, included, and cared for.