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Northern Vietnam Highlights

This 5-day tour takes to you the most popular destinations in northern Vietnam including Hanoi, Ninh Binh and Halong Bay. The tour can be fully customized to your preferences.
  • Boat ride, Tam Coc
  • hanoi water puppet show
  • cave dining - halong bay
  • Halong-Bay-Cruises-Cooking-Demonstration

TRIP OVERVIEW

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Destinations: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Starts in/Finishes in: Hanoi/Hanoi
Highlights:

  • Walk through the maze of bustling streets that make up Hanoi’s Old Quarter and get an insight into the intricacies and traditions of Vietnamese food culture including details on ingredients and historical backgrounds of popular northern dishes.
  • Enjoy the peaceful sight of Hoa Lu- the ancient capital city of Vietnam
  • Let the cruise passing along the thousand limestone peaks of Halong Bay- the World Natural Heritage site of Vietnam.

Duration: 5 days

Travel Style: Classic & Culture
Suitable: Couple

TRIP IN DETAILS

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International airport, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel in the downtown. The remainder of the morning will be your own.

Afternoon city tour including the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university dating back to 1070; Tran Quoc pagoda, Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake – the Ngoc Son Temple is set on a tiny island on Hoan Kiem Lake, its history dating back to the 13th century; a cyclo ride for 1 hour touring through the narrow, chaotic streets of the Old Quarter – a must for any visitor to Hanoi! The day finishes with a traditional performance of the famous Vietnamese water puppets in the city centre.

Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel
Transportation: Private vehicle

After breakfast, a two hour road trip through picturesque countryside and agricultural land will take you to Hoa Lu. On arrival, your guide will lead you through this ancient complex which formed the capital city of Vietnam under both the Dinh and Le Dynasties between 968 and 1009 AD. King Dinh Tien Hoang chose this mountain location as the water systems fed from the mountains were perfect for both agriculture and defense. Enjoy the sight of palaces, pagodas, tombs and pavilions built by different dynasties and visit the Dinh and Le Temples, the two remaining architectures of Hoa Lu.

In the afternoon, take a three hour sampan ride along the waterways of Tam Coc. Known locally as the ‘Halong Bay of the land’, this winding river way is dotted with gorgeous limestone karsts with endless photo opportunities. You will also visit Bich Dong Pagoda comprising three pagodas located at different levels on a green mountain and the setting of the French film ‘Indochine’. Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel
Transportation: Private vehicle, Boat

At 08.00, you will be picked up at your hotel and start the scenic 3.5 hour drive to Halong Bay, one of the most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Areas and the world’s largest marine limestone ‘karst’ landscape. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta countryside and have a short break en-route. Meet the crew upon boarding the traditional wooden junk, then relax and enjoy lunch while the boat heads towards the secluded islands. Visit a fishing village by a rustic rowing-boat, meet the local people and pass through the floating school and pearl farms. Return to the junk refreshed and and relax on sundeck with a drink to watch the sunset. Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood dinner under the stars.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight Cruises
Transportation: Private vehicle, Boat

Enjoy an early morning swim/Taichi (if weather permits) followed by breakfast. You will visit a famous ancient limestone cave in the middle of the bay where you’ll discover magnificent stalagmites and stalactites as you walk along the lit paths on a guided tour. Enjoy a tasty brunch while cruising back to the main harbor for the drive back to Hanoi. You will arrive in the afternoon with time to relax or stroll around the Old Quarter.

By the way, if you’d like to add an extra night to your trip in Halong Bay and spend 2 nights on the junk or 1 night on the junk and one night on Cat Ba Island, just let us know.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel
Transportation: Private vehicle, Boat

Your time will be free at leisure until being picked up and transfer to Noi Bai airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
Transportation: Private vehicle

PRICE GUIDE & NOTES

From: US$ per person for a private tour of minimum 4 guests traveling together
Valid till October 31, 2024

Meals: 4 Lunches, 4 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
Transportation: Private vehicle, Boat
Accommodation: 5 Nights

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Accommodation in Twin/Double room with daily breakfasts.
  • All pick-ups and transfers by private vehicle with experienced drivers.
  • Round trip transfers between Hanoi – Halong Bay by shared shuttle bus
  • Experienced local English speaking guide and guide on the boat in Halong Bay
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • All entrance fee as mentioned in the programme
  • First class water puppet show tickets
  • 1-hour cyclo ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter
  • VAT and all other taxes

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

  • Entry visa to Vietnam
  • International flights and airport taxes
  • Travel Insurances
  • Dinners, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not mentioned on the program.
  • Bank transfer fees

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FAQ

Are there any restrictions on photography in Vietnam?

Yes. Photography in or near military installations, airports or similar locations is prohibited. Anyone caught doing so will have the film, and possibly the camera or camcorder, confiscated and may be arrested.

Can I change my tour details after confirmation?

Once the official payment has been made, changes in tour details should be requested via email (info@absoluteasiatravel.com or email of the staff processing your booking), and is subject to a surcharge of hotels and restaurants (depending on each case). Possibility of reservation amendments is also subject to service availability of our suppliers (hotels, restaurants and other)

Can I enter Vietnam later than my granted arrival date in visa approval letter?

Yes, you can enter later than the granted arrival date in visa approval letter providing that you exit by granted exit date.

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