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Occupational Therapy in Vietnam

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Marilyn Pattison
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Dates
2 May
13 May
2027

Discover one of Asia's most captivating countries through the prism of occupational therapy. This immersive study tour takes you inside Vietnam's hospitals and clinics for meetings with local therapists, offering on-the-ground insight into occupational therapy. Between professional visits, an equally rich cultural itinerary unfolds, providing ample room to experience the beauty, history, and living culture of Vietnam.

Begin in the elegant capital Hanoi, then sail overnight through the towering limestone karsts of Halong Bay. Travel on to the ancient imperial city of Hue, follow the coast to the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, and finish in the fast-paced energy of Ho Chi Minh City. For those wanting to extend the journey, join an optional extension to the temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia after the tour.

A PROFESSION IN THE MAKING
Formal OT training in Vietnam began only in 2015. Since then, OT has grown quickly, with new training programmes, hospital units, and international recognition This is a fascinating time to explore a young profession still finding its shape.

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At a glance
What you need to know
Type of tour
Professional
Profession
Therapy and Rehabilitation
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Nights
11
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Tour grade
Moderate
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Itinerary at a glance

1
Hanoi
Sunday
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2
May
Arrive in Hanoi and check in to the Silk Path Hotel. Dinner in a local restaurant.
2
Hanoi
Monday
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3
May
Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. Walk through Hanoi’s ‘36 Streets,’ where each street is named after the produce sold there and visit a street of traditional medicine. Take a cyclo tour of the Old Quarter to catch a glimpse of ancient Hanoi.
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Hanoi
Tuesday
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4
May
Visit Bach Mai Hospital, one of Vietnam's largest and most prominent medical facilities, with a well-established rehabilitation department. Have lunch at KOTO, an Australian Vietnamese based charity that trains disadvantaged youth in hospitality skills. Free time to wander Hanoi's atmospheric streets.
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Hanoi / Halong Bay
Wednesday
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5
May
Set off early for Halong Bay, where thousands of steep-sided islands tower above the emerald waters. Board the elegant Indochine Lan Ha in time for lunch. Cruise through beautiful Halong Bay – relax on deck, visit islands, kayak or enjoy the beautiful scenery from your cabin balcony.
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Halong Bay / Hue
Thursday
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6
May
Disembark and visit Legend Pearl, one of the most famous centres for cultivating, processing, and displaying saltwater pearls in Halong Bay. Quang Ninh Geriatric and Rehabilitation Hospital, a respected facility focusing on elderly care and rehabilitation. Transfer to the airport to fly to Hue. Arrive and check in to the Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel.
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Hue
Friday
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7
May
Visit the dramatic Royal Tu Duc Tomb. Explore mighty Hue Citadel, which was home to the nation’s last royal family and still bears battle scars from defending the Imperial City. Continue to the innovative Quang Hop Integrative Medicine Clinic and learn of their work using acupuncture.
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Hue / Hoi An
Saturday
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8
May
Take one of the world’s great railway journeys along the South China Sea to Hoi An (bags transferred by coach). Arrive and check in to beautiful La Siesta Resort.
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Hoi An
Sunday
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9
May
Hoi An was once a thriving port popular with international merchants. It is an excellent place to have a local tailor run up a bespoke outfit or shop in the silk market. Take a walking tour of its atmospheric old quarter. Take a boat across Thu Bon River and visit a family-run farm in Kim Bong for a delicious lunch made with fresh home-grown ingredients, and enjoy a foot massage.
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Hoi An
Monday
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10
May
Drive to visit Da Nang Psychiatric Hospital Located in Lien Chieu District and learn about mental health rehabilitation. Enjoy time at leisure before a local dinner.
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Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh City
Tuesday
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11
May
Fly to cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) and check in to Liberty Central Riverside. Visit the Children's Rehabilitation Centre and learn about paediatric rehabilitation. Finish the day with drinks at the Rex Hotel's rooftop bar, site of the famous "Five O'Clock Follies" press briefings. Enjoy dinner with local occupational therapists from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy HCMC.
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Ho Chi Minh City
Wednesday
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12
May
Guided tour of Ben Thanh food market. Visit UMP HCMC's Rehabilitation Department, a leading OT and speech therapy training centre, to meet faculty and clinical staff and see rehabilitation education in action. Visit the French era Notre Dame Cathedral and Reunification Palace. Farewell dinner.
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Ho Chi Minh City
Thursday
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13
May
Depart or take extension to Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, in Cambodia.
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Plot your journey

Travel from the elegant capital Hanoi and take an overnight cruise in stunning Halong Bay before continuing to the ancient city of Hue. Continue along the coast to charming Hoi A before arriving in cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City. There is an optional extension to Angkor Wat in Cambodia.

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Tour highlights

Privileged access to occupational therapy in Vietnam
Hanoi, Hue, Hi An and Ho Chi Minh City

Gain unique access with up-close visits to major OT sites such as Bach Mai Hospital, one of Vietnam's largest and most prominent medical facilities, with a well-established rehabilitation department.

Citadels and Royal Tombs
Tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh

Explore mighty Hue Citadel, which was home to the nation’s last royal family and still bears battle scars from defending the Imperial City, and visit the dramatic Royal Tu Duc Tomb.

Unforgettable journeys
Take one of the world's great railway journeys

Board a train for one of the world's great railway journeys along the South China Sea from Hue to Hoi An.

Overnight cruise on a beautiful luxury junk
Halong Bay

Board the elegant Indochine Lan Ha for one night. Cruise through beautiful Halong Bay – relax on deck, visit islands, kayak or enjoy the beautiful scenery from your cabin balcony.

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Moderate
Level 3

Some walking between destinations, more time spent standing, and increased travel distances. Requires a reasonable level of fitness.

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