Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

North of Vietnam Explorer Package, Hanoi,Halong, Ninh Binh (5D4N)

5 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Hanoi’s atmospheric Old Quarter
  • 02 Enjoy a guided Hanoi street food tour
  • 03 Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam
  • 04 Take a boat trip through the limestone scenery of Tam Coc
  • 05 Spend a night on a Halong Bay cruise
  • 06 Join onboard activities such as kayaking, cave visits, or a cooking class
  • 07 Includes airport transfers, accommodation, and meals as per itinerary

Discover northern Vietnam on a 5-day journey that combines the energy of Hanoi with the natural beauty of Ninh Binh and Halong Bay. From wandering the lively Old Quarter and tasting local street food to exploring the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and drifting through the limestone scenery of Tam Coc, this itinerary brings together culture, history, and unforgettable landscapes.

Your experience also includes an overnight cruise in Halong Bay, where you can enjoy meals on board and take part in activities such as cave visits, kayaking, bamboo boat riding, or simply relaxing on deck. With accommodation, transfers, sightseeing fees, and guided touring included, this package offers a convenient way to experience some of northern Vietnam’s most iconic highlights.

The Old Quarter in Hanoi is an intriguing neighbourhood, home to a mix of Vietnamese architecture, green spaces, ancient shops and fresh-as-it-gets street food — all of it easily explored on foot.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Day 1: Noi Bai Airport Arrival ( No Meals ) Free time.

Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, pick you up and transfer to Hanoi center. Check in hotel and then free time at your leisure. Evening spend around 3 hours for a special tour to enjoy the street foods of Hanoian. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
The Old Quarter in Hanoi is an intriguing neighbourhood, home to a mix of Vietnamese architecture, green spaces, ancient shops and fresh-as-it-gets street food — all of it easily explored on foot.

At first look, these 36 streets can feel frenetic. Don't worry: Constant motion is part of the Old Quarter's charm. Grab a seat at a cafe and enjoy the action from a safe distance. You'll notice bicycle vendors selling fresh flowers and ripe fruit, old friends gathering for games of checkers, and cooks doing a roaring trade in steaming phở and bún chả. The longer you wander, the more you’ll be rewarded with moments in hidden alleyways, secluded pagodas, and cosy coffee shops.

Here are some of the best ways to appreciate the Old Quarter’s lively atmosphere and secret spots.

Hanoi Old Quarter

The Old Quarter in Hanoi is an intriguing neighbourhood, home to a mix of Vietnamese architecture, green spaces, ancient shops and fresh-as-it-gets street food — all of it easily explored on foot.

At first look, these 36 streets can feel frenetic. Don't worry: Constant motion is part of the Old Quarter's charm. Grab a seat at a cafe and enjoy the action from a safe distance. You'll notice bicycle vendors selling fresh flowers and ripe fruit, old friends gathering for games of checkers, and cooks doing a roaring trade in steaming phở and bún chả. The longer you wander, the more you’ll be rewarded with moments in hidden alleyways, secluded pagodas, and cosy coffee shops.

Here are some of the best ways to appreciate the Old Quarter’s lively atmosphere and secret spots.

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital in Ninh Binh

Vietnamese Ancient Capital

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is located in Ninh Binh provice, the land has both marvelous mountains and seas with the development of many attractive tourist areas.

Hoa Lu ancient capital, perhaps, makes the province more attractive because it creates the cultural identity of the area and help people understand more about the cultural, architectural and sculptural values associated with the legend about the foundation of Dai Co Viet ( an old name of Viet Nam country).

This place is worth visiting for anyone who wants to explore and learn new things

Tam Coc boat trip and biking in Ninh Binh

Beside Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, Tam Coc – Bich Dong are the most well-known tourist sites in Ninh Binh Province and named locally as “Halong Bay on land” for its similar poetic, awe-inspiring views and inspirational natural scenery. Popular day trips or stopover tours often include Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, another famous historical relic, in their Ninh Binh travel itinerary

2
Day 02

Day 2: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Ninh Binh (B, L) -No Dinner

After have breakfast at your hotel. Morning pickup and leave by bus to Hoa Lu (2.5 hrs). Visit the historic capital of Viet Nam and the famous ancient temples of Le and the Dinh Dynasties. 

Then our bus will transfer you from Hoa Lu to Tam Coc for lunch around at 12:30PM. 

After lunch, boat trip to visit Tam Coc to see the beauty of the karst formations as you pass along their base and row into one of the many caves carved through the limestone. 

Drive back to Hanoi and drop off at your hotel around at 18:00PM. 

Overnight at hotel in Hanoi again.

3
Day 03

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Overnight Cruise (B, L, D)

Morning pickup service by shuttle bus then transfer to Halong Bay, short break on the way. 

Upon arrival, welcome on board, check in your cabin and have delicious lunch at the restaurant. 

Afternoon activities might include a visit to one of the most beautiful cave in Halong bay, a floating village for bamboo boat riding, an island for relaxing/swimming and a lagoon for kayaking. 

Back to the boat, you will be able to join a cooking class or a sunset cocktail party before dinner time. 

Evening is free at your leisure or you can join a squid fishing trip with the crew. 

Overnight in private cabin on a sharing cruise.

4
Day 04

Day 4: Halong – Hanoi (B, L) -No Dinner

Morning tea and coffer will be served early. 

Optional to join a Tai Chi Class on the sundeck or photo hunting in the early morning. 

After breakfast, other activities might include (if not arranged on the first day): visiting the cave, cooking class or climbing to the top of an island for panoramic view of Halong Bay. 

Then check out and enjoy a fantastic view on the bay, passing many islands and islets (karst formation) on the way back to habor. 

Around 12.30 Transfer back to Hanoi, drop off at your hotel around 17.00. 

Recheck in and free time in Hanoi Old Quarter area.

5
Day 05

Day 5: Hanoi – Fee Time in Hanoi - Departure (B)

After breakfast, Free time explore Hanoi City and buy survenir by yourself . 

Pickup and transfer to the airport for the departure flight. End of services.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Transportation Transfer for all package (Airport + Tours)
  • English-speaking guide for Food Tour,Ninh Binh & Halong Cruise
  • 4 nights accommodation (3 nights Hotel and 1 night on Cruise)
  • Entrance fees and sightseeing fees during the tour

What's Not Included

  • Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips for Guide/Driver/Local Service
  • Surcharge for Xmas, New Year’s Day & Lunar New Year’s Day

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Ticket provides direct entry
  • 1-PICK UP FROM HANOI AIRPORT: We will pick up you from Hanoi International Airport so please send us your flight details as Flight Number -Landing Time -Name of Airline for Pick Up then transfer you to hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. 2-If you stay already in Hanoi, we will pick up at your place for package tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, VN
Tour start
Hanoi, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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