5 Day Circuit of North Vietnam

Explore North Vietnam in depth when you undertake this remarkable 5-day circuit from Hanoi. Idyllic emerald ocean waters, expansive rice fields, and ancient cities await in this adventure.

5 Day Circuit of North Vietnam

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise

Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi is scheduled between 8 am and 8:30 am for transfer to Halong Bay. After boarding, set sail and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese meal. Activities include visiting the Dark & Bright Cave, kayaking, or swimming in Lan Ha Bay. The day concludes with a Vietnamese cooking class and dinner on board.

Day 2: Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi – Sapa

Start the day with breakfast and participate in a Tai Chi class on board. After returning to port, travel back to Hanoi, with approximately 6 hours of free time until the sleeper bus departs for Sapa in the evening.

Day 3: Sapa – Ta Van – Lao Chai – Y Linh Ho

Arrive in Sapa in the morning after dropping luggage at the hotel. Hike 12 miles through Ta Van, exploring rice paddies and having lunch in traditional villages of Lao Chai. Evening dinner includes rice liquor.

Day 4: Ta Van – Hanoi

Early morning breakfast is followed by a 7-kilometer trek to a scenic waterfall. Return to the hotel for lunch, then travel back to Hanoi, arriving at approximately 9:30 pm for dinner on your own.

Day 5: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi

Bus departs at 7:15 am to Ninh Binh. Visit the Hoa Lu district and Mua Cave, followed by lunch at a traditional restaurant. The itinerary includes a boat ride in Van Long Nature Reserve. Return to Hanoi by bus, concluding the tour at 6:30 pm.

Accommodation

Includes 4 nights of accommodation in:

Standard:

1st night: cruise in a standard cabin.2nd night: seat on a sleeper bus.3rd night: traditional lodging in Ta Van.4th night: Republik Backpackers Hostel or similar.

Deluxe:

1st night: cruise in a deluxe cabin.2nd night: seat on a sleeper bus.3rd night: private bungalow in Sapa.4th night: La Siesta Classic Ma May Hanoi, 4* hotel.

Hotel pick up

The tour includes pick-up between 8 am and 8:30 am from hotels in the historical center of Hanoi. Alternative meeting points will be provided for guests outside this area.

Minimum group size

Reservations for standard cabins require at least 2 people per booking.

Changes in the itinerary

On Wednesdays and Fridays, the itinerary begins in Ninh Binh, followed by Halong Bay before heading to Ta Van.