Let’s explore Vietnam’s northern sites with a visit to the Temple of Literature and walk around vibrant maze of streets in the Old Quarter. We will then discover the modern Hanoi capital and the first capital city, Hoa Lu. Over than that, our HANOI VIETNAM TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 5D4N will give you the different look between Ninh Binh – Halong bay on land and the real spectacular Halong Bay.
Hanoi – Noi Bai International Airport (Google Map)
1 Hour Before Departure
Upon arrival at Hanoi – Noi Bai International airport, welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel in the city center to check in. Relax after a long journey.
Overnight in Hanoi.
The day starts with visit to the complex dedicated to Ho Chi Minh- the nation’s founder, containing Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (viewed from outside on Mondays, Fridays and afternoons as closed) and house on stilts. This complex also comprises the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. Next up visit Tran Quoc Pagoda – Hanoi’s oldest pagoda on the bank of West Lake.
After lunch time, visit Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature & Vietnam’s first university). Constructed in 11th century, the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past. Take a cyclo ride around the Old Quarter streets which were named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Stop at Hoan Kiem Lake to learn about legend of the lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple, followed by the Water Puppet show– a uniquely Northern Vietnamese art form depicting scenes from rural life and episodes of national history.
Overnight in Hanoi.
After breakfast, depart at 8.00AM from your hotel in Hanoi for 2 hour drive to Ninh Binh Province. Upon arrival, we ride bicycle through the villages to visit local family and get closer to the beautiful countryside. Visit Bich Dong, which was conferred by a King the title “Vietnam’s second most beautiful grotto”.
After your lunch at a local restaurant, get on small rowing boats to travel along the canals amid local villages, green fields. Enjoy the beauty of Tam Coc (3 caves) which is also called “Ha Long Bay on land”. Go through the caves and then row back to the boat quay. Return to Hanoi after the visit for overnight.
At 8.00AM, depart from your hotel in Hanoi. Take 3.5 hour drive to Ha Long Bay, one of the World Natural Heritages recognized by UNESCO with over 3,000 spectacular limestone islands rising from the clear, emerald sea in the Gulf of Tonkin. Upon arrival, get aboard and start your 4-hour cruise around the bay. While the junk is passing many rocky islets, caves, floating villages and beaches, your lunch will be served on board with fresh seafood. Visit Thien Cung & Dau Go Caves – the most beautiful among the thousands caves of the bay. Disembark at 4.00PM and drive back to Hanoi. Reach your hotel at around 7.30PM.
Overnight in Hanoi.
I cannot recommend this tour enough! The stunning scenery left me in awe and our guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the experience all the more enjoyable. A must-do for anyone travelling to Vietnam.
This tour was an incredible experience that I will never forget. The scenery was truly breathtaking and our guide was both friendly and knowledgeable, making the trip all the more enjoyable. The kayaking in Tam Coc was a highlight for me, as was the delicious seafood lunch on the boat in Ha Long Bay
