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Northern Vietnam Tour – 4 Nights/ 5 Days

Central Vietnam, Vietnam
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Duration

4 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English, Vietnamese

Overview

Vietnam has a large number of places to visit in the north and also in the south. Despite the charm of cities like Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh, it is the country of remarkable landscapes, so most visitors will be in northern Vietnam totally impressed. Not only is the region home to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, it is also where you’ll find breathtaking bays, stunning rice terraces and unbeatable scenery. Northern Vietnam’s cultural attractions are just as diverse ranging from the chaotic highland markets to the hill-tribes in the far north.

Attractions:
Hanoi, Temple of Literature, Museum of Ethnology, walking tour through the Old Quarter It’s a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities, enjoy a cup of coffee, Tam Coc,Hoa Lu, Halong Bay, Tai Chi demonstration

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Hanoi Vietnam

Our English speaking guide will meet and welcome you at Noi Bai international airport. Transfer you to Hanoi downtown for check in.

Upon arrival, visit The Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university.  Constructed in 1070, the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past.

Drive to visit the serene Museum of Ethnology where you observe Vietnam's diverse culture through the Museum’s unique presentation of artifacts and dress used in daily life. (Museum of Ethnology is closed on Mondays).

Drive back to central Hanoi for a walking tour through the Old Quarter to enjoy the bustling local life. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It's a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities all around you. Stop at Train Street and enjoy a cup of coffee here.

Stay overnight at a hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2: Tam Coc full day tour (B)

Trip starts at 8:00am from your hotel lobby in Ninh Binh province, which has Hoa Lu and Tam Coc as the most favorite sightseeing destinations of tourists from all over the world.

About 10:30am, you will arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. In 968, Dinh Bo Linh declared himself as the King. Since then Hoa Lu existed as the capital for the next 41 years (968 – 1009), of which 12 years was under the Dinh dynasty – King Dinh Tien Hoang, the country named Dai Co Viet, and 29 years later was under the Le dynasty – King Le Dai Hanh. In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long – present day Hanoi. Hoa Lu became the old citadel. In Hoa Lu there are now 2 temples that have been built on the ground of the old royal palace, one is dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang, the other is to King Le Dai Hanh. The visit offers a chance to know more about part of feudal dynasties and historical periods in Vietnamese history.

1:30pm, 5 minute-walk to the boat station and start the 2 hour-boat trip to visit Tam Coc. Known as “Halong Bay on land”, Tam Coc are three limestone caves stretching along Ngo Dong river. The boat trip is a nice journey along the river with peaceful scenery of Limestone Mountains, rice paddy and the site of some temples along the way from Hang Ca (first cave) to Hang Hai (second cave) and Hang Ba (third cave).

4:00pm leave Tam Coc and drive back to Hanoi. I Arrived in Hanoi at 6:00pm.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong. Stay overnight on board (B,L,D)

Note: Transfer Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi by cruise shuttle bus
Your morning departure from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay takes you on a journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta. Observe everyday life of Vietnamese Villages as you see the villagers work the local rice fields, take live pigs to market on bicycles and plow the fields with their large water buffaloes.

Arrive in Halong and board a traditional sailing junk. As the vessel sets sail, you will be greeted by the Crew Team who will aim throughout your stay at providing you with the highest standards of service for a pure pleasure and utmost comfort onboard. Discover some of the treasures disseminated across the Bay of the Descending Dragon during the afternoon: fascinating caves, pristine beaches, picturesque floating villages, fantastic rock formations rising up out of emerald water. While onboard, you can take advantage at leisure of the cruise services; surrounded by a stunning setting in motion, you could attend our chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.

Defined to be one of the highlights of your stay, a highly refined, innovative and varied cuisine will be presented for Lunch and Dinner in the elegant dining-room, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages (with extra charge applied) for drink).

In the evening enjoy the entertainment activities such as movie night, squid fishing or just enjoying a cocktail surrounded by limestone rocks majestically springing out from silent waters in the night.

Food on cruise are local food and the itinerary can be changed upon cruise condition

Stay overnight on a cruise in Halong.

Day 4: Halong – Hanoi (B,brunch)

Early birds can attend a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck at the break of dawn. Start the day enjoying some delights with a light breakfast and follow by a colorful brunch.. Continue exploring Halong Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights.

Transfer back to Hanoi.

Stay overnight in Hanoi

Day 5: Departure (B)

Free at leisure until your private vehicle & guide will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Noi Bai airport for departure flight.

Included/Excluded

  • Transportation with air-conditioned as program
  • Tour arrival and departure airport transfers
  • Accommodation based on a twin-share basic with daily Breakfast
  • Check-in time: 14:00/Check-out time: 12:00
  • English Speaking Guide as per mentioned above
  • All Entrance fee
  • Meals as mentioned in program
  • Cold towel and Mineral water 2 bottles per person per day
  • International airfare in & out Vietnam, Train Hanoi-Lao Cai
  • Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
  • Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels
  • All visa stamp: Vietnam visa stamp is USD 25/pax & Cambodia is USD 35/pax
  • Travel insurance in all kinds
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)
  • Tipping/ Gratuities (About 3-5 US$/Person/Day)
  • Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoons, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.
  • Surcharge for peak season: New Year (01 – 05 Jan), Lunar New Year (23 – 28 Jan), Nation Day (30 Apr – 01 May), Independence Day (02 Sep) Christmas (20 – 31 Dec)

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Central Vietnam, Vietnam
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