Beauties of Northeast Vietnam 5 Days
- Cruise Ship: Package Tours
- Destinations: Hanoi Hoa Lu Tam Coc Ninh Binh Halong Bay Hanoi
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 night - Group tour
- Departure: Hanoi
From: US
$329 $299 /pax
- 9 of 62 reviews
Vietnam is an attraction for any tourist who would like to discover the beautiful nature and culture of an Asian country. During 5 days, you will visit Hanoi, Hoa Lu-Tam Coc (Ninh Binh province) and Halong Bay to enjoy the beauties of the Northeast. Visiting around the capital to see the historical sites with the interesting stories hidden behind, rowing a boat to see the gorgeous scenery of Ninh Binh or cruising on Halong Bay to enjoy the stunning view are surely the most wonderful experience of the tour.
Trip Highlights
- Discover Hanoi capital by visiting the most popular sites in the city and widen your knowledge of Vietnam history and culture through the stories hidden behind.
- Enjoy Hanoi best food by joining a Hanoi Foodie by Night tour.
- Exploring Hoa Lu and Tam Coc, the two most favorite sightseeing places of Ninh Binh, which are located in the southeast of Hanoi.
- Halong Bay visiting by joining an overnight cruise to see the nature beauty in the middle of the bay.
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| Accommodations | Cabin size | Bed size | Check Rates |
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| Deluxe Tour |
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Full Itinerary
Day 1 Hanoi arrival
Welcome & Pick up at the airport Driver wait for you at the airport. Transfer to hotel in city center and check-in.
After relaxing time, you will join a culinary discovery tour which provides you a chance to enjoy Hanoi local foods and drink such as Banh Cuon, Nom Bo Kho, Pho and drink Ca Phe Trung and Bia Hoi. Those are all very delicious and tasty foods of the Vietnamese. In addition, visiting some cultural and historical sites of Hanoi such as Kim Ngan Dinh, Bach Ma Temple or enjoy the cozy atmosphere of Hanoi Old Quarter in the evening.
- Meals: NA
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
- Activities: Transfer to hotel in Hanoi and half day city tour in the afternoon.
- Transportations: Car
Day 2 Hanoi - Ninh Binh
Enjoy this day exploring Hoa Lu and Tam Coc, the two most favorite sightseeing places of Ninh Binh, which are located in the southeast of Hanoi. 08:00 pick up from Hanoi Hotel and drive to Ninh Binh – 100 km south of Hanoi. After about 2,5 or 3 hours, arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. It was the capital of Vietnam from 968 until 1010 and preserves many tangible and intangible historical treasures. Here, you will have the chance to involve yourself in the historical and mysterious world of the ancient capital by visiting two temples of King Dinh and King Le. Around midday, have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, enjoy a 3-hour boat trip on Ngo Dong River exploring 3 caves of Tam Coc or “Inland Halong Bay“. Boating through the caves, tourists can be amazed by the spectacular limestone formations. We will find some temples along the way from the first cave to the third one. After that, bike to visit Bich Dong Pagoda – built on Bich Dong Mountain. (~2km biking) Around 16:00, drive back to Hanoi. Enjoy the rest time to relax.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
- Activities: Spend a full day out of Hanoi in the Red River Delta area of Ninh Binh. Transportations: Car
Day 3 Hanoi - Halong Bay
Today, we will leave the charming Hanoi in a 3.5 hours drive to Halong Bay – World Natural Heritage site.
Welcome on board of a junk cruise, and set sail in the bay. While lunch is served, the junk passages slowly through the fabulous sightseeing of the magical bay, where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from the waves like dragons’ teeth. After lunch time, take a stop at a peaceful island, so you can have a short trek to a nearby summit for a panoramic view of the bay. Besides, swimming on cool water, walking along the beautiful beach or sunbathing on the sundeck are also interesting. Late afternoon, visit an interesting fishing village, interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for almost three generations, and understand the daily life of local people. At sunset, kayak or simply take a bamboo row boat to discover a water tunnel with many coral reefs in a scenic lagoon. Back on board, watching the peaceful sunset, and other sparkling boats while enjoying great dinner at restaurant
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Cruise in Halong Bay
- Activities: Experience Halong Bay on cruise
- Transportations: Car, Cruise
Day 4 Halong Bay - Hanoi
Wake up on the bay among the sounds of waves and birds welcoming. Start a new day by doing Taichi and admiring sunrise over the bay, your mind seems to be peaceful and closer to nature. After breakfast, visit a beautiful limestone grotto. Back to the boat for a final glimpse of Halong Bay while cruising back to the dock. Drive back to Hanoi. Halong Bay Cruise Option:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
- Activities: After brunch on board, cruise back to the mainland and transfer to Hanoi.
- Transportations: Shuttle bus
Day 5 Hanoi Departure
Free & Relax until the driver takes you to Hanoi Airport for your onward flight. Journey Vietnam hope see you next time!
- Meals: Breakfast
- Activities: Transfer to the airport in Hanoi for onward flight
- Transportations: Car
Tour Includes:
- Airport Pick up/ Drop off.
- Transfer for round trip: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi by shuttle bus
- Tour as mentioned on itinerary
- Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast.
- Experienced English speaking guide.
- Halong Bay Cruise program shared in Twin/Double cabin as per tour.
- Meals as stated in the itinerary.
- All sightseeing tickets.
- Services charges and government tax.
Tour Excludes:
- International flights & departures taxes
- Kayaking Halong Bay service on Deluxe and Luxury Class
- Beverage, Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Other services not mentioned above.
Note: The tour is operated for the minimum of 02 pax. 01 pax will be charged single supplement
Customers after using service: Beauties of Northeast Vietnam 5 Days
9 Based on 62 reviews
| Time | Destination | Activities | Meals | |
| Day 1 |  |
Hanoi arrival |
Transfer to hotel in Hanoi and culinary and cultural tour in the evening |
D |
| Day 2 | |
Hanoi – Ninh Binh |
Spend a full day out of Hanoi in the Red River Delta area of Ninh Binh. |
B, L, |
| Day 3 | |
Hanoi – Halong Bay | Experience Halong Bay on cruise | B, L, D |
| Day 4 | |
Halong Bay – Hanoi |
After brunch on board, cruise back to the mainland and transfer to Hanoi. |
B, L, |
| Day 5 | |
Hanoi Departure | Transfer to the airport in Hanoi for onward flight | B |
