Amazing Northern Vietnam

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5-Day package covers the most highlight destination of Northern Vietnam. The capital city Hanoi bears the traces of centuries of change in its wide Parisian boulevards and colorful Vietnamese temples. The landscape of Ha Long Bay is a magical sight with a complex of rock pinnacles rising from the sea and a series of magnificent caves. You will head to Ninh Bi...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Check out Hanoi's Old Quarter, tranquil city lakes, historic temples and museums
    • This tour pulls out all the stops to ensure you see the very best north of Vietnam has to offer!
    • Visit the spectacular landscape of Tam Coc by taking a sampan boat trip.
    • Cruise Ha Long Bay aboard the Halong cruises, a new deluxe junk, which includes all onboard meals, sea kayaking and more!
    • Indulge in delicious Vietnamese cuisine - most meals are included in this tour!
    • Learning about the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital of Vietnam in the 10 & 11th centuries.
    • Cycling along country lanes to enjoy the beautiful scenery of lush paddy fields and discover the real countryside of Vietnam.

What's this trip about?

    5-Day package covers the most highlight destination of Northern Vietnam. The capital city Hanoi bears the traces of centuries of change in its wide Parisian boulevards and colorful Vietnamese temples. The landscape of Ha Long Bay is a magical sight with a complex of rock pinnacles rising from the sea and a series of magnificent caves. You will head to Ninh Binh, visit Hoa Lu and Tam Coc and learn more about the northern Vietnamese countryside, history, and culture on a full-day tour.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHanoi
End CityHanoi

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Cooking
  • Cycling
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Swimming

Trip includes

    • Transportation with A/C throughout the trip
    • Enthusiastic, experienced English speaking guides
    • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary(B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D= Dinner)
    • All entrance fees, taxes and service charge.
    • Kayaking or sampan boat in Halong Bay
    • Boat trip in Ninh Binh
    • Welcome drinks
    • Sunrise Tai Chi demonstration.
    • Insurance onboard.
    • Cooking class onboard
    • Mineral water bottles & wet tissues
    • Deluxe accommodation with A/C, bathtub or shower: overnight onboard in Halong bay and 3 nights at the hotel in Hanoi (Double/twin share).

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Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Arrival Hanoi. Then you will have time for discovering by yourselves the attractions of Hanoi City. Why not arrive early to see the sights?Check out your reflection in beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake, wander along shaded. Museum-wise, why not visit the Mausoleum of Ho Chi Mi...

Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Have breakfast at your hotel

Pick-up at the hotel. 10.00: Having short break at stopover in Hai Duong Province.

Embark on Lavender Cruise followed by a short cruise briefing and enjoy welcome-drink. Check in the ...

Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Morning exercises on the Sun-deck.

Have breakfast with Coffee, tea, and Bakeries on board. 08:00: Visit the Surprising Cave (Hang Sung Sot) discovered by the French in  Opened for tourists since 1936, now it is a must-to-see an...

Day 4: Hanoi - Hoa Lu Citadel -Tam Coc Boat Trip

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Have breakfast at your hotel.

Tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Old Quarter to depart to Ninh Binh city

You will reach Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. In 968, Dinh Bo Linh declared himself as the King. Since then Ho...

Day 5: Hanoi Departure

Meals: Breakfast

You will have breakfast at the hotel then free time to go shopping, discovering Hanoi by your own before leaving Hanoi. Trip ends. Please contact us if you want to add few extra nights during your stay or visit other places in Vietnam and Cambodia.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $229
Price per day$46
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Swallow Travel.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Swallow Travel Reviews & Ratings

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Tcs Mech

Sep 2020

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Would highly recommend using swallow travel!

I did a 3 Day and 3 night tour with Swallow travel and it was the highlight of my entire trip. I wish i had found out about Swallow travel sooner. The staff were exc...

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Angie

Mar 2020

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a wonderful holiday we will be in touch for the next trip

We have just returned from a 2 week trip to Vietnam visiting Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An and Hanoi including a 2 night Halong Bay Cruise, all pickups, flights and several to...

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Greg

Feb 2020

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Once again Swallow Travel has excelled

Once again Swallow Travel has excelled. This is my second experience with Thuong and the staff from Swallow Travel and once again I cannot express the benefits of de...

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Gerry

Oct 2017

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A fabulous holiday in Vietnam organised by Swallow Travel

We have just returned from a fabulous holiday in Vietnam organised by Swallow Travel. The holiday was a great mix of free time and guided tours. Ms Thuong put every ...

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Mike

Oct 2021

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My favourite travel agent for SE Asia

My favourite travel agent for SE Asia. Thuong was kind and thoughtful. She greeted us on arrival at our hotel, and made sure our 10 day tour, North to South Vietnam,...

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Marie

Oct 2020

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a memorable and amazing experience with Swallow Travel

We had a memorable and amazing experience with Swallow Travel. Thank you Ms. Thuong for arranging our trip, and to our guide Ms. Rose and Mr. Happy for making us sat...

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Alan

Sep 2020

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Amazing holiday

My family did a trip with swallow travel. We purchased 14 days tour. This company are so amazing -great value, attention to detail and wonderful prices. We will defi...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Private airport transfers - please contact us if you need this service.
    • Beverages, International Insurance
    • Early check-in or late check-out if requested
    • Return airfares from your country to Vietnam & Visa Arrangements
    • Tips (not compulsory), Personal Expenses & Others not clearly mentioned in inclusions

Accommodation

3-Star

Place: Hanoi Accommodation: HM Boutique Hotel/La Santé Hotel & Spa / Le Foyer Hotel Room Type: Deluxe room; Halong - Lavender cruise/Majestic Cruise

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
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Meals Included

4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 1 Dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Children Policies Children under 5 years old sharing the bed/seats on the travel bus with parents is free of charge (no extra bed provided). Children from 5 – 8 years old will be required to pay 75% of tour price (as children’s price on our website), sharing the bed with parents or pay full price (as adult’s price on our website) to have an extra bed.
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