Tour Code: 3BH503S3TS2Z
8 Days
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Hanoi – Ky Son Village – Mai Chau – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay
Northern Vietnam is teeming with a myriad of sights and experiences, ranging from the tranquil beauty of Mai Chau and Ninh Binh to the vibrant scenes of Halong Bay and Hanoi. If you’re an avid adventurer seeking gold opportunities, our eight-day Northern Vietnam Soft Adventure tour offers an exclusive exploration of these diverse locales.
Upon arrival at the airport, your guide will accompany you to the Hanoi hotel for check-in.
During your leisure time in Hanoi, we suggest exploring our optional tours:
Nighttime Hanoi Food Tour by Motorbike
Hanoi Street Food Tour
If you wish to attend performances like My Village Show or the Water Puppet show, kindly reach out to our travel consultants for reservations.
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Morning
At 8:00, journey by car to Ky Son Village, a quintessential Northern Vietnamese village.
Pause at Moon Garden, a charming homestay surrounded by verdant paddy fields and the Ba Vi Mountain range.
Relish the picturesque scenery while indulging in a tea session and exploring the amenities.
Engage in a cooking class and savor a delightful lunch at the homestay.
Afternoon
Experience a fragrant lime hand spa featuring traditional herbs.
Explore the farming communities of Ky Son, Tam Son, Van Minh, and Cham by bicycle.
Participate in farming activities alongside locals, including plowing, preparing rice beds, and harvesting rice, cassava, corn, and potatoes.
Morning
Commence the day by arriving at Mai Chau Valley, nestled in the Northwestern region of Hanoi.
Embrace the picturesque landscapes and observe traditional stilt houses, encountering ethnic communities like the Thais, H’mongs, and Muong en route.
Afternoon
Engage in a cycling expedition, traversing through the charming villages within the Mai Chau Valley.
Immerse yourself in the local way of life, delving into the customs and activities of the inhabitants.
Evening
Delight in an evening meal accompanied by the melodies of traditional music and a captivating Thai dance performance.
Accommodation: Sol Bungalow
Activities: - Cycling exploration of Mai Chau
Enjoy a traditional Thai dance performance
Morning
Depart at 8:00 AM for Ninh Binh, the historical former capital of Vietnam adorned with an array of significant landmarks.
Embark on a bicycle or a buffalo cart to tour the village's pathways, winding through local churches, schools, and picturesque paddy fields.
Engage with a local chef for an interactive lunch preparation session.
Afternoon
Explore Tam Coc, Bich Dong Pagoda, and traverse the caves aboard a sampan boat.
Check into the hotel and enjoy leisure time for the remainder of the day.
Accommodation: Hotel in Ninh Binh
Morning
Depart at 8:00 AM for Halong Bay via a limousine transfer.
Upon arrival, meet the cruise staff and complete the check-in process.
Delight in a delectable seafood lunch onboard.
Afternoon
Take a short onboard break.
Engage in captivating activities like ocean swimming or cave exploration.
Return to the cruise for relaxation.
Indulge in dinner and spend the night onboard.
Accommodation: Overnight on board
Activities: - Experience cruising along Halong Bay
Engage in thrilling onboard activities
Savor exquisite seafood
Please note that our tour guide will not accompany you on the cruise; the crew members onboard are fluent in English and will assist you.
Morning
Engage in Tai Chi exercises on the sun deck.
Indulge in breakfast served in the dining room.
Revel in the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay as the cruise sails.
Embark on a bamboo boat to explore Halong Bay.
Participate in thrilling activities such as kayaking, swimming, cave visits, and cycling.
Enjoy lunch aboard the boat.
Afternoon
Between 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM: Return to the main boat.
Delight in dinner and engage in nighttime activities onboard.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard in Halong Bay
Activities: - Marvel at the exquisite natural beauty of Halong Bay
Experience the bamboo boat excursion
Participate in exhilarating activities
Morning
Enjoy a light breakfast aboard the cruise while admiring the stunning sunrise.
Savor brunch as the cruise heads back to the port.
Afternoon
Between 11:30 AM and 12:00 PM: Disembark from the cruise and meet your driver.
Around 3:00 PM: Return to the hotel in Hanoi for check-in.
Evening
At 6:00 PM: Gather with your tour guide to embark on a captivating Hanoi street food tour.
Stroll through Hanoi Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, discovering their timeless charm.
Hear intriguing stories about the history of the Hanoi Old Quarter from your guide.
Explore areas beyond the Old Quarter via motorbike.
Pause at local eateries for coffee and delightful snacks.
Experience dinner at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant.
Traverse historical streets and indulge in traditional Vietnamese sweet desserts.
Return to your hotel for the night.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Activities: - Witness the captivating sunrise over Halong Bay
Engage in a street food tour exploring Hanoi by motorbike
Enjoy the morning at your leisure.
At noon, proceed to check out from your hotel and head to the airport for your upcoming flight.
Accommodation: Not Applicable