Looking for the ideal way to explore Northern Vietnam in just 5 days? This carefully designed Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay tour brings together the region’s most iconic destinations into one seamless and hassle-free experience. From the vibrant streets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter to the peaceful landscapes of Ninh Binh and the breathtaking limestone scenery of Halong Bay, this journey offers a perfect blend of culture, nature and relaxation. Whether travelling as a couple, with friends or as a small group, this package ensures you experience the best of Vietnam without the stress of planning.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the Vibrant City of Hanoi
- Discover Vietnam’s History & Culture
- Visit Hanoi Old Quarter & Iconic Landmarks
- Experience Ninh Binh Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave
- Explore Ancient Temples & Cultural Sites
- Enjoy Scenic Tam Coc Boat Ride
- Halong Bay Cruise Experience
- Hassle-Free Transfers & Guided Sightseeing
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Day 1
Arrival in Hanoi – Welcome to Vietnam
- Upon arrival in Hanoi, meet our representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel in the city centre.
- Explore the charm of Hanoi, Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital city known for peaceful lakes, French-style buildings, old quarter streets, temples and pagodas.
- Enjoy free time to relax or explore Hanoi at your own pace.
- Take a walk around the Old Quarter featuring local shops, street food vendors and colonial architecture.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
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Day 2
Hanoi City Tour – Culture & History
- After breakfast, get picked up by the guide and begin your Hanoi city exploration.
- Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century.
- Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex and visit the garden area with the houses where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked from 1954 to 1969.
- Visit One Pillar Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most unique pagodas dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy.
- Visitors should dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees while visiting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, temples and pagodas.
- Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.
- Special Note: Women Museum will be visited instead of Ethnology Museum when it is closed on Mondays.
- Enjoy Vietnamese cuisine lunch at a local restaurant featuring delicious traditional dishes.
- Continue sightseeing at Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university established in the 11th century.
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison Museum, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton", which reflects Vietnam’s historical period during French colonial rule and the Vietnam War.
- Return back to the hotel.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
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Day 3
Day Trip to Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave
- After breakfast, our driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter area.
- Proceed towards Ninh Binh, located approximately 110 km south of Hanoi. The journey takes around 2 hours.
- Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, and explore temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh, Emperor Le, their sons and the Queen.
- Learn about why Hoa Lu was established as the capital of Vietnam during the 10th century.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with delicious Vietnamese cuisine.
- Board a traditional sampan boat for a scenic Tam Coc boat ride through three caves surrounded by limestone cliffs, peaceful streams, rice fields and beautiful countryside landscapes.
- Enjoy fresh air, peaceful surroundings and excellent photography opportunities at Tam Coc.
- Visit Mua Cave and trek to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain for spectacular views of the rice valley and surrounding nature.
- Return to Hanoi and drop back at your hotel.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
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Day 4
Day Trip to Halong Bay – Cruise Experience
- After breakfast, meet the tour guide and board the bus towards Halong Bay through scenic rice fields.
- Enjoy a short break en route to relax and refresh.
- Arrive at Halong Bay and board the Dragon Cruise to explore the breathtaking limestone islands and emerald waters.
- Enjoy lunch onboard while cruising past iconic attractions including Stone Dog and Incense Burner Islet.
- Visit a fishing village to experience the lifestyle and culture of the local fishing community.
- Capture photographs of Halong Bay’s famous Fighting Cock rock formation.
- Explore one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay.
- Continue cruising through the stunning landscapes before returning to the harbour.
- Transfer back to Hanoi.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
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Day 5
Hanoi Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Enjoy free time to relax, explore nearby areas or complete last-minute shopping.
- Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
- Return home with beautiful memories of your Vietnam holiday.
