Ready to experience Northern Vietnam like never before? This Highlights of Northern Vietnam in 6 Days tour is the perfect combination of cultural exploration, natural beauty, local cuisine and a little bit of adventure.
Start in Hanoi Old Quarter, where the streets are bustling with motorbikes, hidden cafes and delicious street food. Then, escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find peace as you cruise overnight on the emerald waters of Halong Bay, kayaking through limestone islets and learning to cook traditional Vietnamese dishes as the sun sets. Next, head to Ninh Binh, known as the “inland Halong Bay”, for a slower pace of life and breathtaking natural scenery.
Finish your trip with a classic Jeep tour around Hanoi, visiting famous landmarks while experiencing local life, hidden gems and delicious food. From peaceful mornings with pho and coffee to kayaking among limestone mountains, this trip has it all.
Upon arrival at the airport, our driver will pick you up and take you to your hotel in the Old Quarter (about 45 minutes drive away). After check-in, you can relax in your room or explore the street, or join a food tour with a local guide to experience the world-famous Hanoi cuisine.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation
After breakfast, the driver will take you to Ha Long in 2.5 hours. After arriving at the pier, you will board the cruise to start exploring Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will enjoy a Vietnamese seafood buffet lunch or a set menu lunch, while cruising through the magnificent Ha Long Bay through the emerald green waters, admiring the interesting rock formations in the bay such as Con Vit Islet, Finger Islet, etc. You will participate in outdoor activities and choose between kayaking or sitting on a bamboo boat for about 1 hour.
Halong Bay, Vietnam
Join a cooking class led by the Head Chef in the beautiful sunset. You will have the opportunity to practice traditional Vietnamese dishes such as spring rolls or famous Vietnamese dishes. After dinner, you will have free time to participate in night activities such as squid fishing, listening to music, enjoying drinks or singing Karaoke.
Overnight on the cruise.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, visit fees (if any), Halong bay cruise, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Start your day early by doing some tai chi on the deck, watching the sunrise and enjoying the fresh air. The boat continues its journey to Sang and Toi caves, where you can kayak and admire the wild beauty of the caves. Return to the boat and dock, where you will have lunch, take a short break and then travel to Ninh Binh.
Mua Cave
After check-in your hotel, let’s explore Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here. In the evening, take a walk around Hoa Lu ancient town, admire the pagodas lit up with sparkling lights, take a flower lantern boat ride around the lake and enjoy street food.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, visit fees (if any), Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
After breakfast, start exploring the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, you will have the opportunity to learn about the history of Vietnam from the feudal era. In the afternoon, continue to Trang An, a UNESCO heritage site. With about 3 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here with the overwhelming caves, majestic limestone mountains and turquoise waters.
Ninh Binh’s grotto
You will return to Hanoi in the late afternoon and spend the rest of the time relaxing.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, visit fees (if any), Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Today you will discover Hanoi in a very new way, by Jeep. The car and tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and start the trip. You will have the opportunity to explore the daily life and hidden gems of Hanoi in a classic GAZ-69, enjoy delicious street food and drinks, … The car will stop at some prominent destinations for you to visit including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature, poetic West Lake and Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi Opera House and the famous Long Bien Bridge, ….
Train Street Hanoi, a unique urban spectacle
At the end of the trip, you will return to the hotel to rest. In the evening, you can visit the famous train street, there will still be a few evening trains for you to freely take pictures.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, visit fees (if any), Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Depending on the flight time, you can enjoy a bowl of Hanoi pho, sip a cup of coffee watching the street or visit the souvenir shops. The driver will then transfer you to the airport for your return flight.
Included: Transportation, Meals: Breakfast.
– There may be cancellation fees charged by suppliers (hotels, airlines, boats, trains…) once these bookings are made and paid. These fee shall by paid by travelers.
– These are maximum cancellation fees to be flexible applied:
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