Northern Vietnam Adventure In 13 Days - Private Tour
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An ideal Northern Vietnam Adventure In 13 Days can satisfy the thirst of explorers. After leisure in a great convenient city, head to the far north of Vietnam, where the off-beat locations are awaiting their real soulmates. Travelers are in with a chance to savor an authentic life of ethnic minorities. Trekking, hiking, spectacular mountains, shark tooth p...
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Overview
Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Hanoi: vibrant city life and rich history
- Dong Van: stunning landscapes and ethnic culture
- Meo Vac: breathtaking mountain views and local markets
- Ba Be National Park: serene lakes and lush nature
- Ninh Binh: picturesque rice fields and ancient temples
- Halong Bay: spectacular limestone karsts and cruising adventures
What's this trip about?
An ideal Northern Vietnam Adventure In 13 Days can satisfy the thirst of explorers. After leisure in a great convenient city, head to the far north of Vietnam, where the off-beat locations are awaiting their real soulmates. Travelers are in with a chance to savor an authentic life of ethnic minorities. Trekking, hiking, spectacular mountains, shark tooth peaks, canyons, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, valleys, and caves are well worth it for adventurers, who are dreaming about an unaccustomed way of exploration. Back to Hanoi, the heart of culture in Vietnam, you will smoothly flow with a boat trip in inland heaven - Ninh Binh, and a cruise journey to one of seven new wonders of the world - Ha Long bay as a move bringing back to your real modern life.
Details
Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityHanoi
End CityHalong Bay
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Trip includes
- Accommodation based on double/twin share with breakfast (including 5% service fee and 10% VAT tax
- All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary
- Tissues and water during transfers
- Service charges and government tax
- Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service
- 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
- No extra charge after service confirmation
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Itinerary
Day 1: WELCOME TO VIETNAM - HANOI ARRIVAL
Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: FULL DAY IN TRADITIONAL (B)
7:30 – 8:00: Get picked up by your tour guide then head to the destination.
9:15: Visit the beautiful Quang Phu Cau incense stick making village. You will have a chance to learn more about the techniques from local artisans as we walk through the village. We ...
9:15: Visit the beautiful Quang Phu Cau incense stick making village. You will have a chance to learn more about the techniques from local artisans as we walk through the village. We ...
Day 3: HANOI - TRAVEL TO BAC HA - TREKKING TO TA VAN CHU (B/D)
In the morning, travel by private car from Hanoi towards Bac Ha in the Sapa region. The drive will take approximately 5 hours. Press on along the winding road before taking your first glimpse of Bac Ha village, sitting in a valley with cleared hillsides and rustic f...
Day 4: BAC HA VILLAGE - EXPLORE ETHNIC MARKET (B/D)
After breakfast at your homestay, visit the Bac Ha fairground market. This is a great place to pick up locally dyed fabrics, hemp plants, and handmade textiles. Depending on the availability, you can witness the extraordinary atmosphere of the ethnic markets around ...
Day 5: BAC HA - TRAVEL TO HA GIANG (B/D)
In the morning, take a long drive to the Ha Giang province. This is a highland region of forests and terraced rice and corn paddies, with the mountains of Heaven’s Gate (Quan Ba pass) soaring in the background. The Ha Giang province also shares a border with souther...
Day 6: HA GIANG - TREKKING TO DONG VAN (B/D)
Today, leave for the first of many scenic mountain drives throughout Ha Giang province. Stop to browse Minh Tao Market before wandering through the village of Nam Luong. Afterwards, pass through Lung Tam textile village and the Vuong Family Palace in Sa Phin commune...
Day 7: EXPLORING THE BEAUTIFUL MA PI LENG PASS - MEO VAC - BAO LAC (B/D)
This morning, we take the most spectacular road in all of Vietnam, which winds for 15 km to the top of the Ma Pi Leng Pass, a hulk of desert peaks and unique canyons in the world. We then descend on Meo Vac for lunch. Visit the Meo Vac market before setting off on a...
Day 8: BAO LAC - BA BE LAKE (B/D)
Today you will travel to Ba Be Lake (approximately 4 hours). Once there, head down the river by boat on an exploration of Ba Be National Park, visiting the largest natural lake in Vietnam. Disembark for some light walks along the way, visit the impressive waterfalls...
Day 9: BA BE - BACK TO HANOI (B)
After breakfast, have a boat trip to explore the lake and the Nang river to the Dau Dang waterfalls. Stroll around to admire the waterfall, then embark on the boat to go up the river and cross the lake from north to south. Then head back to your homestay and get ready to transfer to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 10: IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE BEAUTY OF NINH BINH (B/L)
Today you will experience the ancient culture and history of Vietnam together with seeing the stunning landscape and beautiful scenery when we travel to the Ninh Binh Province. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel around 7:30-8:00 am and depart to Ninh Binh.<...
Day 11: HANOI - HALONG BAY (B/L/D) - Overnight On Cruise
In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see.
On arrival at the p...
On arrival at the p...
Day 12: CRUISING IN HALONG BAY - BACK TO HANOI (B/L)
Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awake your mind and muscles.
Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites. After yo...
Day 13: TIME TO SAY GOODBYE - HANOI DEPARTURE (B)
Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home.
Trip Ends.
Trip Ends.
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Price per day$148
Last Updated: 11/23/2023
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Logistics
What's excluded
- Arrival and Departure Flights
- Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Public holiday surcharge (if any)
- Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec
- Early check-in and Late check-out (If not mentioned)
- E-visa
- Surcharge for airport transfers between 12:00 am – 05:00 am
- Other services not mentioned above
Accommodation
3-STARS HOTELS:
- Hanoi: San Premium Hotel or similar
- Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar
- Bac Ha: Homestay
- Ha Giang: homestay
- Dong Van: Homestay
- Bao Lac: Homestay
- Ba Be: Homestay
- Ninh Binh: Chez Hiep or similar
4-STARS HOTELS:
- Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar
- Halong Bay: Aquamarine Cruise or similar
- Bac Ha: Homestay
- Ha Giang: Homestay
- Dong Van: Hoa Cuong Hotel or similar
- Ba Be: Homestay
- Bao Lac: Homestay
- Ninh Binh: Hidden Charm or similar
Transportation & Flights
Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car
Private car for the excursion
Boat as per itinerary,
Guides
Experienced English-speaking guide
French/German/Spanish/Chinese/Russia speaking guides are available upon request. The surcharge will be applied
Requirements
,Yes, there is a single supplement for travelers who request a single room. This is because all of our prices are based on per adult, in double/twin sharing.
Cancellation policy
- More than 60 days prior to arrival date: 10% cancellation charge + airfare cancellation fees.
- 30 - 50 days prior to arrival date: 20% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 29 – 15 days prior to arrival date: 40% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 14 – 8 days prior to arrival date: 80% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 7 days prior to arrival date: 100 % (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)
- No show: 100% (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)
Please note: that the domestic flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against
unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies.
It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before
or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination.
It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements.
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Meals Included
As per the tour program:
B=breakfast
L-Lunch
D-Dinner
B=breakfast
L-Lunch
D-Dinner
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Yes, we offer special rates for children. The rate for children applicable for child sharing a room or cabin with two adults is as follows: For infant (0 - 2 years old): 10% adult rate. 03 - 11 years old: 85% adult rate. Child from 12 years old and above will pay as adult. All tickets: Based on each airlines policy, the price for children will be applied at time of booking.
Yes, we offer special rates for children. The rate for children applicable for child sharing a room or cabin with two adults is as follows: For infant (0 - 2 years old): 10% adult rate. 03 - 11 years old: 85% adult rate. Child from 12 years old and above will pay as adult. All tickets: Based on each airlines policy, the price for children will be applied at time of booking.
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