Northern Vietnam Discovery Tour

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi. After completing check-in, take some time to relax after your journey.

If your arrival schedule permits, spend the afternoon exploring the surrounding streets or enjoying a leisurely walk near Hoan Kiem Lake. You may also visit a local café, sample traditional Vietnamese dishes, or browse the shops in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

The capital offers a fascinating introduction to Vietnam, combining traditional neighbourhoods, historic buildings, and a lively modern atmosphere.

Return to your hotel for a comfortable night’s rest.

Overnight stay: Hanoi.

After breakfast, begin your Hanoi sightseeing tour. Explore the city’s important cultural and historical areas, including Ba Dinh Square and the surroundings of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, subject to access and opening hours.

Continue to the Temple of Literature, a historic complex associated with Vietnam’s scholarly traditions. You may also visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, known for its peaceful setting near West Lake.

Later, head towards Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter. Walk through the narrow streets, discover traditional shops, and experience the everyday atmosphere of one of Hanoi’s best-known neighbourhoods.

Depending on your interests and available time, optional experiences may include a traditional water puppet performance or a Vietnamese food tour.

After the day’s sightseeing, return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight stay: Hanoi.

Enjoy breakfast before departing Hanoi for Ninh Binh, a region renowned for its limestone mountains, peaceful waterways, and rural landscapes.

Begin your exploration at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. Discover the historical setting of Vietnam’s early dynasties and visit the temple complexes associated with King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh, subject to opening hours.

Continue to Trang An, a scenic landscape best explored by traditional rowing boat. Travel along winding waterways bordered by dramatic limestone formations, passing caves and lush valleys along the route selected by the local operator.

Take time to appreciate the region’s natural scenery and photograph the distinctive landscapes. Depending on the schedule, additional stops may be possible in the surrounding countryside.

After your excursion, return to Hanoi for an overnight stay, or arrange a night in Ninh Binh if your confirmed package uses a different hotel allocation.

Overnight stay: Hanoi or Ninh Binh, according to the confirmed package.

After breakfast, travel from Hanoi towards Ha Long Bay. On arrival at the designated port, complete the boarding formalities and settle into your cruise cabin.

Enjoy lunch on board as the vessel sails past striking limestone islands rising from the sea. The views provide excellent opportunities for photography and relaxation on the deck.

Depending on the cruise itinerary, afternoon activities may include exploring a cave, visiting a beach, kayaking in a sheltered area, or taking a local boat excursion.

As the day draws to a close, admire the scenery from the deck before enjoying dinner on board. Spend the evening surrounded by the tranquil coastal atmosphere of Ha Long Bay.

Meals: As specified by the selected cruise.
Overnight stay: Ha Long Bay cruise.

Wake up to the peaceful surroundings of Ha Long Bay. Depending on the cruise programme, you may enjoy an early-morning activity, a light exercise session, or time on the sundeck.

After breakfast, continue exploring the bay through the activities offered by your cruise operator. Depending on the route, the programme may include another scenic stop or a visit to a cave.

Enjoy brunch or another meal according to the cruise schedule before disembarking at the designated port.

Continue your journey back to Hanoi by the arranged transfer. After arriving at your hotel, spend the evening relaxing, enjoying local cuisine, or exploring the nearby streets independently.

Overnight stay: Hanoi.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out according to the property’s schedule.

At the arranged time, your driver will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport for your onward flight. If your departure is later in the day, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or a short walk, subject to your flight schedule and luggage arrangements.

Your Northern Vietnam holiday concludes with wonderful memories of Hanoi’s cultural attractions, Ninh Binh’s scenic waterways, and Ha Long Bay’s remarkable coastal landscapes.

Tour ends: Departure from Hanoi.