Hanoi – Halong Bay

5 Days 4 Nights
Availability : 2025
Departs: Hanoi
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Accommodation 3⭐️, 4⭐️ & 5⭐️ hotels option available

Overview

Experience the best of Northern Vietnam in this 5-day journey that combines the timeless charm of Hanoi and the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay.
Wander through ancient streets, explore centuries-old temples, and discover the rhythm of local life in the capital before setting sail on a luxurious overnight cruise through Halong Bay — one of the world’s natural wonders.

Highlights

  • Cultural Heart of Vietnam – Hanoi
    • Visit Hanoi’s legendary sites: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature – symbols of Vietnam’s history and national pride.
    • Gain cultural insight at the Museum of Ethnology (or Fine Arts Museum).
    • Explore the Old Quarter by cyclo or electric car, discovering narrow streets, colonial architecture, and hidden local life.
    • Sip traditional coffee along Hanoi Train Street, where daily life flows inches from the railway tracks.
    • Relax by Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple, the city’s spiritual heart.
  • World Heritage Wonder – Halong Bay
    • Journey through emerald waters and limestone karsts on a deluxe cruise.
    • Discover Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave and Luon Cave by sampan or kayak.
    • Swim and relax on Ti Top Island, or climb for a panoramic view.
    • Join a Tai Chi class at sunrise and a cooking demonstration on board.
    • Experience evening squid fishing, or simply unwind under the starlit sky.

 

Itinerary in Brief

Day 1: Hanoi arrival (D)
Day 2: Hanoi city tour (B,L,D)
Day 3: Hanoi Halong Bay (overnight cruise) (B,L,D)
Day 4: Halong bay – Hanoi (B,Br,D)
Day 5: Hanoi departure (B)

 

 

 

Itinerary

Arrive in Hanoi, the charming capital of Vietnam. You will be greeted at the airport by our local representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: Dinner at local restaurant

Begin your full-day exploration of Hanoi’s rich history and vibrant culture. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex, including the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, and the One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, dating back to the 11th century.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (or Fine Arts Museum), then take a leisurely cyclo ride / Electric car through the Old Quarter, famous for its maze of narrow streets and traditional shops.

Stop for a local coffee experience at Hanoi Train Street, where you can watch the train pass just inches away from the charming cafés that line the tracks — a truly unique Hanoi highlight.

End the day with a peaceful stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and a visit to Ngoc Son Temple.

 

In the evening, enjoy a delicious Vietnamese dinner with authentic local specialties.

 

Overnight in Hanoi.

 

Remarks:

  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his Museum are closed on Monday, Friday, and the whole months of Oct/Nov
  • Ho Chi Minh House and all Museums are closed on Monday.


Meals: Breakfast

Lunch & dinner at local restaurant 

Breakfast at hotel 

Today we headed to Halong Bay! 

 

Around 08:00 AM you will be picked from the hotel to Halong. 

 

Breakfast at hotel, pick-up at and start the scenic drive to Halong Bay. Enjoy the landscape of the countryside and a short break on the way. Embark on the cruise followed by a short cruise briefing. Savor a delectable lunch as you cruise among the limestone islands. Take a small sampan among the hidden bays around the Luon Cave. Cruise to Ti Top Island, go swimming or relaxing at the beach or climb up to the top of the island for a panorama view of Halong Bay. Enjoy the sunset with dinner. After dinner, fish for squid or just laze around. 

 

Overnight on cruise in Halong. 

 

Meal included: Breakfast at hotel. 

Lunch & Dinner on cruise

Start your day with Tai Chi class and breakfast at sunrise. Explore the amazing Sung Sot Cave – the nicest cave in Halong Bay. Continue your cruise exploring Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet and more. While heading back to the harbour, watch the cooking demonstration before enjoying a brunch.

Check out cruise, then our tour guide will pick up & take a transfer to your hotel in Hanoi. 

Free at leisure in Hanoi 

 

Overnight in Hanoi.  

 

Note: detail itinerary of cruise will be mentioned detail when the tour is confirmed 

The program is subject to change basing on weather condition or administrator management. 

 

Meal included: Light breakfast & Brunch on cruise. 

After breakfast, enjoy free time at leisure for last-minute shopping or relaxation until your transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast

Tour Inclusions

3 nights’ shared Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (check in and check out around noontime)

Local ENGLISH speaking guides

Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program (Vietnamese Local food): 

  • Daily breakfast at the hotel
  • 1 lunches + 03 dinners at local restaurant
  • Light breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 brunch, 1 dinner on cruise
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus on days of transfer and sightseeing only
  • 2 days 1 night on shared Cruise (shared cabin on shared boat)
  • Transfers and transportation with air-con vehicles (types of vehicles depending on the number of guests):
    • 1 – 2 pax: car of 4 seats
    • 3 pax: 7 seats
    • 4 – 8 pax: van of 16 seats
    • 9 – 15 pax: coach of 25-29 seats
    • 16 – 26 pax: coach of 35 seats
    • 27 – 38 pax: coach of 45 seats

Tour Exclusions

  • Airfares (international and domestic)
  • Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
  • Drinks 
  • Visas to Vietnam
  • Entrance fee 
  • Mineral water beyond that supplied
  • Kayak
  • Tips
  • Early check in or late check out
  • Insurances
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
  • Items of a personal nature (Phone calls, laundry, beverages…)
  • Peak season surcharges if any
  • All not mentioned above

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