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HANOI / MAI CHAU / HALONG
Explore Vietnam’s northern jewels. Take an in-depth look at Hanoi, stepping back in time at the Temple of Literature and wandering the vibrant maze of streets in the Old Quarter. Go on this immersive short getaway of ethnic Thai family culture, practices and livelihoods, walk along the small villages and take a bike ride through the Mai Chau Valley. It’s a great way to be immersed in the vibrant hill tribe culture and learn more about the ethnic minorities.
Trip Highlights
Get a glimpse of Hanoi
Take a full-day, guided tour to explore Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter and historical sites such as Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum.
Leisure bike through the villages
Take a relaxing bike ride passing by the villages in Mai Chau Valley
Cruise Halong Bay
Cast off on an overnight cruise around the limestone karsts of Halong Bay, exploring hidden caves along the way.
Imprimer
Itinéraire
Hanoi Arrival
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International airport in Hanoi, you will be welcomed by our driver and driven to the city center.
Hanoi is the capital of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Large areas of present-day Hanoi were built during the French occupation, reflected in its French-inspired architecture, which come together to give the city a very distinctive charm.
Explore Hanoi by a city tour. The city tour begins with visits to Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House and Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda, and Hanoi’s oldest place of worship: the thousand year-old Tran Quoc Pagoda.
The afternoon begins with an extensive Cyclo tour around Hoan Kiem Lake and through the lively streets and alleys of the Old Quarter.
After dinner, the rest of the night is at your leisure to discover the city’s nightlife.
Suggestion: You might like to grab a local beer “Bia Hoi” at Ta Hien Street to experience Hanoi’s street night life in the Old Quarter.
Night in Hanoi.
Hanoi - Mai Chau
Depart for your trip to Mai Chau Valley in Hoa Binh province (3.5 hours by car). Escape the bustle and hustle of the city, spend your day exploring Lac Village – home to the local White Thai people for 700 years. Ideally nested amongst the stunning mountain ranges of Mai Chau, the village is a green valley of paddy fields dotted with rows of stilt houses.
Take your bike and explore the beautiful village. Enjoy dinner with local food and sit back to watch a traditional dance performance.
Night in Mai Chau.
Mai Chau
Trek to visit some of the Thai minorities who call this valley home. Drop off at some local stilt house to explore the local daily life. The tour guide also takes you to Mo Luong Cave, a natural cave in the limestone blocks with magnificent stalactites.
Afternoon is at your own leisure.
Night in Mai Chau.
Mai Chau - Hanoi
Free time before check-out. Return to Hanoi.
Night in Hanoi.
Hanoi - Halong
After breakfast, embark on a journey to Ha Long Bay- a UNESCO World Heritage Site (4 hours by car). Along the way, beautiful panoramic views of the rural village and paddy fileds of the Red River Delta.
Ha Long Bay is located 165 km east of Hanoi, in Quang Ninh Province. The site covers an area of 434 square km and comprises 775 limestone islets. Each islet has been marvelously carved by wind and water and, through time, stand as sculptures which decorate the vast expanses. Together they are a testament to the forces of nature and live up to the aptly named Bay of the Descending Dragon.
Midday arrival in Ha Long City, check-in on the junk cruise.
Seafood lunch-on-the-bay.
Spend the afternoon cruising around Ha Long Bay’s thousands of limestone islets and caves and see the sun setting over the calm waters. Visit a natural grotto with spectacular formations en-route.
Dinner and night on board the junk amidst the marvels of the bay.
In ideal weather conditions, a night fishing session will be organized.
Night on cruise.
Halong - Hanoi - Departure
Wake up early to watch amazing sunrise over the bay in the morning.
Disembark the cruise around 11 am at Tuan Chau pier. Return to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi (4 hours by car) for your flight!
Date de départ
Toute visite peut être privée. Votre groupe, vos dates!
Envoyer
- Professional and experienced English speaking guide on day excursion. (All airport transfers without guide)
- Modern and comfortable vehicle with air-conditioner during the trip
- Accommodations with buffet breakfast.
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner; Br: Brunch)
- Entrance fees all sights mentioned per program
The starting price mentioned is per person and based on two travellers.
International and domestic flight not included.
- Flight ticket
- Vietnam visa fee
- Other meals not clearly described in the program
- Travel insurance
- Tips and Personal expenses such as drinks, telephone, and laundry (tip suggestion but NOT compulsory)
Hanoi
Ha Long
Mai Chau
