Although the quietest month for our operations team all through Vietnam, September was busy with internal projects.
Our teams conducted successful training for over 50 guides in Hue (Central Region) as well as a comprehensive FAM trip to the Mekong Delta, scouting new experiences.
New product: from 2026, the Heritage Lines Violet Cruise launches on Bai Tu Long plus a new full day fun family experience in Ninh Binh.
In partner news, the new Bhaya Soul Cruise launched in Halong Bay and Namia introduced a new complimentary sunset cruise in Hoi An, while the Rach Mieu 2 Bridge has greatly improved Mekong Delta access.
Enjoy reading this month’s updates and reach out as always!
Product updates
Violet Boat Cruise
Ha Long Bay
3 Day / 2 Nights
- Spend two nights cruising through the UNESCO World Heritage area of Bai Tu Long Bay
- Enjoy breathtaking views from the sundeck of the cruise boat
- Explore limestone caves
Notes: This cruise will operate from 2026 only
Van Long Farming
& Wetland Experience
- Ninh Binh
Half Day
- Cycle through peaceful villages and rice paddies
- Join hands-on farming and local cooking class
- Cruise Van Long’s wetlands by bamboo sampan
Destination News
EXO Vietnam News – Guide Training + FAM Trips!
Southern Vietnam FAM: We recently explored Southern Vietnam’s Mekong Delta on a five-day trip, inspecting existing offerings and scouting new, imaginative experiences. We were particularly inspired by the visit to Ho Isle, an isolated community where we saw firsthand the impact of our EXO Foundation’s work in sponsoring a new coconut fibre road. The trip covered Chau Doc (An Giang), Can Tho, Tra Vinh, Ben Tre, and Tien Giang as well as 25 hotels and tours!
Central Region Guide Training Seminar: we recently hosted a successful Guide Training Seminar in Hue, bringing together nearly 50 guides in the Central Region. The afternoon seminar featured updates from the Operations and Product teams, along with a Sustainability training session, providing valuable insights and updates. A lively gala dinner followed, and the next morning, guides explored Chuon Lagoon on a half-day (bonding) tour. The event offered a great opportunity for guides to refresh their knowledge, experience new products, share feedback, learn more on sustainability and strengthen bonds with the EXO Operations / Product team. This concludes the annual regional (North, Central, South) guide training season!
EXO Vietnam – DESTINATION News
Bhaya Group Launches New Vessel – Bhaya Soul Cruise (Halong Bay) – Launched this August, Bhaya Group’s newest addition offers 20 elegantly designed cabins across four categories. Each cabin features a private terrace with two sun chairs, an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub. Cabin detail – 6 Symphony Suites of 46 m², 2 Horizon Suites of 52 m², and 2 Soul Legacy Suites of 80 m² with a wraparound balcony. Complimentary services are provided, including a 40-minute herbal foot ritual, drinks with meals, and fruit plus non-alcoholic beverages in the mini bar. This newest addition is a much needed option, for the high season period.
Namia Launches Complimentary Sunset Cruise: Exciting news from Namia! The property just launched a daily sunset boat cruise along the Thu Bon River, lasting 1-hour, weather permitting. Guests can enjoy cocktails, mocktails, and light canapés while taking in the evening views. With the capacity of up to 20 guests, advance reservation is required.
Rạch Miễu 2 Bridge Opened – This August, good news for the Mekong! Significantly improving traffic flow in the Mekong Delta. and spanning 17.6 kilometres, the new Rach Mieu 2 Bridge connected Đồng Tháp and Vĩnh Long, helping to ease chronic congestion on the original Rạch Miễu Bridge. Its four lanes have significantly improved traffic flow between the two provinces, especially during weekends and holidays when the old bridge often faced serious bottlenecks.
EXO Vietnam – SUSTAINABILITY News
EXO Vietnam Joins Community Planting in Gò Nổi Village
The EXO Vietnam team and Central area tour guides recently participated in a community project in Gò Nổi, a rising Community-Based Tourism destination near Hoi An. With support from our EXO Foundation and in partnership with the Green Youth Collective (GYC), we engaged in key projects to tackle sustainability challenges faced by the local community.
Our efforts included learning about sustainable plant management and waste recycling. We successfully planted 19 trees and nurtured over 80 pots of plants for future growth, which will help improve soil health. This hands-on engagement highlighted the connection between our actions and EXO’s sustainability goals, contributing to environmental restoration and strengthening community ties.
Successful Blood Donation by EXO Vietnam!
We are proud to announce that on September 18th, 30 members of EXO Vietnam participated in a Humanitarian Blood Donation Program. Together, we donated over 10,000 ml of blood to support our local community.
This initiative with An Nam group not only highlights our commitment to social responsibility but also reinforces the importance of giving back. Each donation can save multiple lives, providing critical support to those in need and fostering a spirit of solidarity among community members.
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