5 Days North Vietnam Signature: Hanoi Halong Bay
Discover the best of North Vietnam with our Hanoi Halong Bay Tour – 5 Days 4 Nights. Experience the perfect blend of heritage, culture, and nature as you explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi, enjoy authentic local cuisine, and embark on a luxury cruise through the breathtaking landscapes of Halong Bay.
Start your journey in Hanoi’s charming Old Quarter, visit iconic landmarks such as the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the historic French Quarter. Savor local street food and dive into the city’s rich history and culture with our expert guide.
Continue your adventure with a memorable overnight cruise in Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover limestone caves, kayak in crystal-clear waters, and relax on the sundeck as you watch the sunset over the bay.
This tour includes comfortable hotel accommodation, all essential transfers, guided tours, meals as indicated, and a Chinese-speaking guide to ensure a seamless experience for families, couples, and small groups.
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1: 🌟 Welcome to Hanoi – City of Heritage
✨ Highlights:
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🚗 Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
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🏙️ Discover Hanoi Old Quarter & Hoan Kiem Lake
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🏛️ Visit Temple of Literature and Train Street Café
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🍲 Experience authentic Hanoi cuisine
🕒 Itinerary:
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✈️ Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport. Private transfer to hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
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🏨 12:00 – Hotel check-in and freshen up
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🗺️ 14:00 – City tour: Temple of Literature, Hanoi Opera House, French Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake
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☕ 17:00 – Relax at Train Street Café
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🍜 18:30 – Guided street food tour (pho, bun cha, egg coffee, etc.)
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🏨 21:00 – Return to hotel. Free time
🛏️ Accommodation:
⭐ 4*: (To be confirmed)
⭐ 5*: (To be confirmed)
🍴 Meals: L, D
🕔 End of Day: ~21:00 → Free time
Day 2: 🌟 Hanoi Heritage & Culinary Delights
✨ Highlights:
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🎐 Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & One Pillar Pagoda
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🕌 Explore West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda
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🍽️ Michelin-rated lunch
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⛪ Visit Hanoi Cathedral and Old Quarter
🕒 Itinerary:
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🍳 07:00 – Breakfast at hotel
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🇻🇳 08:30 – Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & One Pillar Pagoda
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🏞️ 10:30 – Tran Quoc Pagoda, West Lake walk
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🍲 12:00 – Lunch at Michelin-listed Chả Cá Thăng Long
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🛍️ 13:30 – Explore Old Quarter, visit Hanoi Cathedral
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🍦 15:30 – Trang Tien Ice Cream & free time
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🏨 17:00 – Return to hotel, evening at leisure
🛏️ Accommodation:
⭐ 4*: (To be confirmed)
⭐ 5*: (To be confirmed)
🍴 Meals: B, L
🕔 End of Day: ~17:00 → Free time
Day 3: 🚢 Magical Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
✨ Highlights:
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🚌 Scenic drive to Halong Bay
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🚢 Luxury overnight cruise
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🕳️ Explore Surprise Cave
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🛶 Kayak at Blue Cave
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🌅 Sunset on sundeck, cooking class onboard
🕒 Itinerary:
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🍳 07:00 – Breakfast & hotel check-out
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🚐 08:00 – Transfer to Halong Bay
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🚢 12:00 – Board cruise, welcome drink, buffet lunch
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🕳️ 15:00 – Visit Surprise Cave
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🛶 16:30 – Kayak at Blue Cave
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🍲 18:00 – Cooking demo & sunset on deck
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🍽️ 19:00 – Dinner onboard. Night: squid fishing or relax
🛏️ Accommodation:
⭐ 5*: Stella of the Sea cruise – Sea-view cabin
🍴 Meals: B, L, D
🕔 End of Day: ~21:00 → Free time onboard
Day 4: 🚢 Halong Bay – Back to Hanoi
✨ Highlights:
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🌅 Sunrise Tai Chi (optional)
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🏝️ Visit Titop Island (hiking/swimming)
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🍽️ Brunch onboard
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🚗 Return to Hanoi
🕒 Itinerary:
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🌄 06:00 – Tai Chi session on deck (optional)
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🍳 07:00 – Breakfast on cruise
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🏝️ 08:00 – Explore Titop Island
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🍽️ 09:30 – Brunch onboard
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🚐 11:00 – Disembark, transfer to Hanoi
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🏨 15:00 – Check-in, free evening
🛏️ Accommodation:
⭐ 4*: (To be confirmed)
⭐ 5*: (To be confirmed)
🍴 Meals: B, Brunch
🕔 End of Day: ~15:00 → Free time
Day 5: 🛫 Hanoi – Farewell & Departure
✨ Highlights:
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🛍️ Free time for shopping or exploring Hanoi
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🚗 Private airport transfer
🕒 Itinerary:
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🍳 07:00 – Breakfast at hotel
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🛍️ 09:00 – Free time for last shopping/sightseeing
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✈️ Transfer to airport 3 hours before flight
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👋 Departure, end of tour
🛏️ Accommodation:
🏠 Home
🍴 Meals: B
🕔 End of Day: Tour ends after airport transfer
Inclusion
Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
English/Chinese-speaking online support (LINE/WhatsApp)
Transfer as per itinerary
Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Hotel & accommodation
Visa & SIM Card
Exclusion
Drinks
Other service not mentioned
Tips
Personal expenses