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Northern Vietnam Highlights: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Halong Bay

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Northern Vietnam Highlights: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Halong Bay

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Northern Vietnam Highlights: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Halong Bay in Vietnam

Spend five days travelling through northern Vietnam, combining the capital’s historic districts, the karst scenery of Ninh Binh and a day on Ha Long Bay. The route includes time in Hanoi, a visit to Hoa Lu and a sampan ride through Trang An, then continues to the bay for a cruise among limestone formations. This small-group trip includes local guiding, hotel stays, airport transfers and the meals listed in the itinerary. It is a practical way to see some of the region’s best-known sights without rushing between them. What to expect Hanoi sightseeing with key monuments and city streets Hoa Lu and the caves and cliffs of Trang An A cruise through Ha Long Bay Hotel nights, selected meals and included transfers

Key details

5 days

4 nights

Route

Vietnam

Tour type

Small groups

Available departures

Dates available

Duration

5 days

Travel style

Small groups

Destination

Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay

Highlights

  • Hanoi city sightseeing with major monuments and central streets
  • Hoa Lu and a sampan ride through Trang An
  • A day cruise on Ha Long Bay
  • Small-group travel with local guiding

Itinerary

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    Hanoi

    Arrival in Hanoi

    Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport and transfer to your hotel in central Hanoi. Check-in is from 2:00 PM. The rest of the day is free for you to rest or take an easy walk nearby.
    None
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    Hanoi

    Hanoi city sightseeing

    Spend the day visiting Hanoi’s main sights, including the Ho Chi Minh complex, the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, Hoa Lo Prison, Train Street, Ba Dinh Square, Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quang Phu Cau incense village. Lunch includes local dishes, and an egg coffee is also included.
    Breakfast, lunch
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    Ninh Binh

    Hoa Lu and Trang An

    Travel south to Ninh Binh and visit Hoa Lu, the former royal capital. Continue to Trang An for a sampan ride through its river caves and limestone landscape. The day also includes a stop for a local lunch.
    Breakfast, lunch

The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.

What's included

  • 4 nights in hotels
  • Daily breakfast plus 2 lunches
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Airport transfers
  • Air-conditioned transport between destinations
  • Ha Long Bay cruise
  • Boat ride in Trang An
  • Cycling in Ninh Binh
  • Mineral water as specified

What's not included

  • International flights
  • Vietnam visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals and drinks not listed in the itinerary
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses
  • Guide language supplements
  • Holiday surcharges

Dates & availability

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10 dates · 10 options
Wed, Sep 9, 2026to Sep 13, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$395.00
$348.00per person
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Thu, Sep 10, 2026to Sep 14, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$395.00
$348.00per person
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Fri, Sep 11, 2026to Sep 15, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$395.00
$348.00per person
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Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.

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