Day 01
Arrival in Hanoi
- Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi.
- Transfer to your hotel and check in.
- Explore the Old Quarter, known for its narrow streets, colorful shops, and local eateries.
- Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple for a scenic stroll.
- Enjoy a traditional water puppet show in the evening.
- Dinner at a local restaurant, trying Vietnamese pho or bun cha.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Day 02
Hanoi City Tour
- After breakfast, explore Hanoi’s iconic landmarks:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – A tribute to the former leader.
- One Pillar Pagoda – A historic Buddhist temple.
- Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university.
- Walk through the French Quarter, known for its colonial architecture.
- Enjoy a cyclo (three-wheeled bike) ride around the city.
- In the evening, visit Train Street to watch the train pass by while enjoying coffee.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Day 03
Ha Long Bay Cruise – Overnight on Board
- After breakfast, depart for Ha Long Bay (around 3.5 hours by road).
- Board a traditional junk boat or a luxury cruise.
- Cruise through the limestone karsts and emerald waters of the bay.
- Visit the Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave or Thien Cung Cave.
- Enjoy water activities like kayaking or swimming.
- Savor a seafood buffet lunch and dinner on board.
- Enjoy sunset views from the deck and optional squid fishing at night.
- Overnight stay on the cruise.
Day-04
Ha Long Bay – Return to Hanoi
- Wake up early for a Tai Chi session on the deck.
- Enjoy breakfast while cruising through the bay.
- Visit Ti Top Island or explore a floating fishing village.
- Disembark and return to Hanoi by road.
- Free time in the evening to explore the city or shop at the Dong Xuan Market.
- Optional: Enjoy a spa session or rooftop dining.
- Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Day 05
Departure from Hanoi
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure.
- If time permits, visit a local market or café before heading to the airport.
Alani –
Here was so much good about this trip – our guide
John –
I enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to my friends.