Hanoi and Halong Bay: 5-day Cultural and Historical Experience

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, and explore the stunning beauty of Halong Bay on this 5-day adventure. Discover historical sights, indulge in delicious Vietnamese cuisine, and experience the charm of local life in the Ba Hang Fishing Village.

Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Hanoi arrival & Street food tour

Old Quarter - Meet your tour guide on arrival at Hanoi international airport and transfer to the city center for hotel check-in. Hotel rooms may not be ready until 14:00 hrs but an early check-in would be guaranteed with a surcharge.
Dinner with street food
Hanoi is a foodie’s paradise offering plenty of cheap yet delicious eats. The nuanced flavor create unique cuisine in Hanoi. Nowhere is this more indicative than in the Old Quarter. The maze like streets are crammed with makeshift stalls and storefronts that offer one or two dishes handed down from generation to generation. Looks very simple but meticulously processed without following any specific recipes. Most visitors see it a little shy, let’s tour guide cuisine to enjoy and learn about the culinary culture of Hanoi people.

  • Meals: Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Hoa Lu Ancient capital & Tam Coc boat trip

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Just a couple hours’ drive outside of Hanoi and the tour heads deep into Vietnam’s picturesque countryside. Discover Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Le dynasties, before taking a sampan trip down the Tam Coc River. Also called the ‘Halong Bay on Land,’ this region is famous for its charming grottoes and limestone karst Mountains.
Depart from the hotel around 08:00 for the 2-hour drive through rural northern Vietnam. Stop off at Hoa Lu, where there are temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang of the Dinh Dynasty (968-80) and Emperor Le Dai Hanh of the Le Dynasty (980-1009). If time permits after visiting Hoa Lu, take a half-hour walk up one of the surrounding limestone karst hills; a difficult but highly rewarding climb with spectacular views. (A moderate level of physical fitness is required.)

Tam Coc - After visit an ancient capital you will continue to Tam Coc Town where a Vietnamese-style lunch will be waiting; there will be ample opportunity to stop for photographs of the villages and landscapes along the way. Do boat ride in Tam Coc with visit the cave, bich dong Pagoda… after that cycling around the village and county side. Relax until time departure get back to Hanoi and drop off at your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Hanoi to Halong Bay Natural Heritage & overnight on cruise

Halong Bay - Halong Bay is listed by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage and voted as a Wonder of Nature by the New7Wonders Foundation. You will have a night staying in this world famous bay.
After breakfast in Hanoi, depart the capital for the 3hr 30mins drive to Halong Bay. Arrive to Halong City’s jetty (around noon) and proceed with check-in formalities. After a welcome onboard, lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay. In the afternoon, enjoy some sightseeing, on-board activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on the vessel. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Overnight on Cruise in Halong Bay

Ha Long activites and Back to Hanoi

Halong Bay - Early risers can enjoy a memorable sunrise over the karst formations of Halong Bay. Breakfast will be served shortly thereafter.
Enjoy breakfast (brunch on some boats) while the vessels cruises slowly through the magnificent rock formations back towards port. Arriving at the harbor, you will be picked up for transferring back to Hanoi.
Drop off at your hotel (hotel in Hanoi is not included)

  • Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Hano

Hanoi Departure

Hanoi - Have leisure time before your departure. Please note that hotel check-out time is at 12:00. A late check-out can be arranged subject to room availability and a surcharge will be applied. End of services with transfer to airport. Hope to see you again in the future!

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: NA
    Activities: Have breakfast at hotel. Free time to make some shopping or relax at hotel before your departure to new destination. (Check-out time is at 12:00)
What's Included
  • Entrance fees for Vietnam attractions included
  • Transport for the entirety of the tour
  • Meals covered including breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Comprehensive travel insurance for tour duration
  • Guidance from a local English-speaking guide throughout the tour
  • Accommodation in twin or double rooms at hotels
What's Not Included
  • Meals not marked on itinerary, and water during meals
  • Tips, laundry and gratuities
Additional Information

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, is filled with rich culture and historical sights not to be missed! Visit the Hoan Kiem Lake, a major scenic spot in the city with a temple located in the middle. Experience the best Vietnamese food at the Old Quarter and discover French-colonial architecture that has been around since the 19th century! Leaving from Hanoi city for cruise along the emerald seas on the world famous fishing bay

�Halong Bay! Visit the Thien Cung Cave, the largest in the area, and head to the Ba Hang Fishing Village for an intimate look into local life.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Martinadinel
Apr 1, 2023
Amazing trip! - I booked a package 5days trip Hanoi, Ha Long bay and Ninh Binh via online. We were a bit nervous at first because we booked online and everything was confirmed by email only and made a deposit 30% of total amount. Everything went from the first day to hanoi to the end very well. When we arrived in Hanoi with greeted from the airport, then reached hotel, the staff of company was already waiting hotel lobby to explain about schedule for next days and bring a feeling of mind. Thank you William Phuc, he alway keep in touch with us and organizing tours for us so wonderful.
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