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North Vietnam tour 10 days

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From Hanoi to Halong Bay

Duration: 10 days

Place: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Pu Luong - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay

Meals: 8 Breakfast, 4 Lunch, 3 Dinner

Excluding international flights

from US $1.460 per person

Highlights

Explore the serene beauty of Pu Luong, Ninh Binh, and Ha Long Bay on an adventure through stunning landscapes

  • Hanoi is a bustling city with a mix of Vietnamese and colonial influences
  • Mai Chau, a carpet of rice fields in pretty checkerboards at the foot of the Tonkinese mountain range where small authentic villages nestle
  • Pu Luong is located in a valley in Thanh Hoa province. Here, nature is the keyword. Pu Luong is populated by the Thai ethnic group, who live in stilt houses with thatched or palm leaf roofs
  • Ninh Binh offers a serene landscape of undulating rice fields and limestone peaks
  • Halong Bay, a UNESCO world heritage site, was established in 1994 for its exceptional landscapes

Itinerary

  • Your adventure in Vietnam has started:

    • Upon arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, you will be welcomed then privately transferred by a professional driver and an English 
    • Learn about Vietnamese culture while enjoying good quality Vietnamese coursing and let the excitement begin!

    In the afternoon, enjoy a one – hour cyclo ride to explore:

    • The charming colonial district with its leafy avenues.
    • Hoan Kiem Lake and its legendary story, along with Ngoc Son Temple, 
    • The labyrinth of bustling streets filled with small shops in the famous and fascinating "Old Quarter," including the famous Silk Street (Hang Gai).

    To immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Hanoi, take a walking tour to discover:

    • Walking through the iconic Old Quarter. 
    • Colonial architecture,

    Overnight at a hotel

  • We've selected the highlights for an in – depth tour of Hanoi.

    Everything is included, nothing is imposed! Choose…

    • Start the day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square. The visit includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda.
    • Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple.
    • Visit the Temple of Literature.
    • Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
    • Grab a Vietnamese coffee while waiting for the train to pass by at the Train Street.

    Your evening: Water puppet show, accompanied by a choir and traditional Vietnamese musical instruments.

    Free time: If you have some time left……

    A lacquerware workshop, a Vietnamese specialty. 

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    Overnight at a hotel.

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Hanoi - Duong Lam Village - Mai Chau: 150 km - 4h

    In the morning, depart for Mai Chau, stopping en route at Duong Lam Ancient Village — a rare gem that preserves the authentic charm of a traditional Vietnamese village. 

    • Visit the historic village gate 
    • Enjoy a leisurely bike ride through tranquil lanes, 
    • Discover a 370-year-old house built with traditional materials like bamboo, laterite, oak, terracotta bricks, and tiles. 
    • Arrive in Mai Chau, 

    Overnight at the hotel

     

    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch  
  • Mai Chau - Pu Luong: 65 km - 1h30

    • Cycling around the surroundings of Mai Chau to visit the villages and discover the beautiful landscapes along the way.
    • When you finally reach Pu Luong, its beauty will captivate you.

    Overnight at a hotel

     

    Meal: Breakfast, Dinner  
  • By car or on foot – to be arranged with your guide

    Pu Luong is home to the Thai ethnic group, who live in traditional stilt houses with roofs made of thatch or palm leaves. 

    Your guide will take you around Pu Luong.

    Just outside Pu Luong, the village of Tom reveals its giant waterwheels, ingeniously built to channel water to the rice fields.

    At Ban Don village, some Thai culinary influences have made their way into local kitchens.

    A visit to the village of Kho Muong is a must.

    Overnight at a hotel.

    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner  
  • Another morning in Pu Luong to discover the local lifestyles and you can stroll around the villages.

    Late afternoon, continue your journey to Ninh Binh. Nestled in the ancient land of Hoa Lu – Vietnam’s very first capital – offers a journey into both natural wonder and cultural heritage.

    Just 7 km from Ninh Binh’s city center, you’ll stop in Van Lam, a traditional embroidery village renowned for its refined craftsmanship.

    Overnight at a hotel.

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Today, the discovery of “Halong bay on land”.

    • Board a traditional sampan for a peaceful 2 – hour ride along the Ngo Dong River, where limestone karsts rise dramatically above lush rice fields. Glide through the still waters and pass through the mysterious Tam Coc caves, known as “The Three Caves,” each echoing with ancient legends.
    • The specialty of Ninh Binh is goat meat and crispy rice.
    • Cycle through the countryside to reach Bich Dong Pagoda,
    If time allows and you're feeling adventurous, you can climb the stone-carved staircase leading to the pagoda Mua and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view over the entire area.
    • Wrap up your journey in Hoa Lu, once the cradle of Vietnamese royalty. Wander through the atmospheric temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties, 

    Overnight at the hotel

    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch  
  • Tam Coc – Halong: 3.5 – 4 hours drive

    You will be privately transferred from Tam Coc to Halong Bay by a professional driver and an English – speaking guide. Welcome aboard!

    •  Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port, welcome aboard, and safety briefing.
    • Check in to your private cabin.

    • Enjoy lunch onboard while taking in the stunning views of Bai Tu Long Bay.

    • Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, where you can explore the natural beauty of the cave with unique stalactites formed over thousands of years.

    • Join a kayaking excursion to discover the limestone islands in the bay.

    • Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck.

    • Join a Vietnamese cooking class (Banh Xeo).

    • After dinner, free evening or experience squid fishing before retiring.

    Dinner: Savor fresh seafood with an exquisite menu of carefully crafted dishes, beautifully presented, and served by qualified staff.

    Overnight on board

    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner  
  • Halong Bay - Hanoi: 155 km - 2h30

     Wake up early to take a morning exercise with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.

    • Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.

    • Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by kayak or local rowboat. Discover the cultural life of fishermen and learn how to drive a boat under the instruction of local people, or have a fisherman rowing boat for you.

    • Back to the boat.

    • Check out of the cabin and start cruising towards the harbor while a set lunch is served.

    • The entire crew will greet you and thank you as you arrive at the port at 11h30.

    • Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break in this typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions.

    • Enjoy a water puppet show performed by local artists.

    • Transfer back to Hanoi.

    Overnight at a hotel

    Meal: Breakfast, Brunch  
  • Enjoy your free time for personal activities until your private transfer to the airport for your international departure flight.
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Inclusions

This travel cost is calculated based on a group of four people with standard hotels, may vary depending on:

  • Travel season
  • Type of accommodation
  • Number of travelers
  • Activities

Included

  • All accommodation in suggested hotels
  • All meals as mentioned in the program
  • All transfers by private car and a professional driver
  • All other transportation used for travel: sampan, small boat, etc...
  • A professional English – speaking guide at each stage the entire time (except during free time)
  • All tours as per the designed program
  • All entry fees for places you visit
  • All the entertainment and shows mentioned in the program
  • All program activities (bike, kayak, or others...)

Excluded

  • International flights to and from your home country
  • Beverages, personal expenses and other services not clearly mentioned
  • Tipping guides and drivers, which are of course not mandatory, but always appreciated, are subject to your discretion
  • Travel insurance of any kind that you subscribe to personally
  • Any free time services: including car and driver, tour guide, lunch and dinner

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