7 Days Northern & Central Vietnam Delights
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Hanoi beyond the usual sights. Start with the capital's historic landmarks, then choose a Vespa or open-air Jeep tour to discover its hidden lanes, old neighbourhoods and everyday street life. In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show before heading back to the hotel.
An overnight cruise among limestone islands. Sail through the beautiful waters of Lan Ha Bay, explore Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat or kayak, and enjoy time to swim or relax on deck. As night falls, settle in for dinner on board, with the bay's peaceful scenery all around you.
Coastal days at your own pace. After returning to Hanoi, fly to Da Nang for a relaxing stay at Furama Resort. Enjoy several days of all-inclusive resort facilities, with time to unwind by the beach and a gala dinner option to bring everyone together before departure.
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast based on twin or single sharing
- Private transportation and tours with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees + sightseeing as indicated.
- Package 2D1N Overnight on cruise.
- Bottle of water available on the coach (02 bottles/pax/day)
- 03 Days use the packages all-inclusive at the Furama resort (Half day on Day 4, Full day on Day 5,6, and half day on Day 07)
- Vietnam visa if requested
- Domestic and International Air tickets
- Gala Dinner and Farewell Dinner
- Personal expenses such as drinks at meals, camera fees to tour sites
- All other accounts are not mentioned in the above inclusion
- Infant below 2 years old sharing same room with parents is free of charge.
- Child below 12 yrs old sharing same room with 1 ADL is charged for 90%.
- Child below 12 yrs old with extra bed and sharing same room with parents is charged for 65%.
- Child below 12 yrs old no extra bed & sharing same room with parents is charged for 55%.
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Tipping For Guide And Driver (Compulsory)
- For 01-04pax: US$ 5/pax/day
- For 05-09pax: US$ 4/pax/day
- For 10 pax and up: US$ 3/pax/day
Day by day itinerary
Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Hanoi! Upon arriving at Noi Bai International Airport, you will receive an In the arrival hall, you'll be formally greeted by our hostesses in elegant traditional "Ao Dai," who will present you with fresh flowers. Your guide will then escort you to your private vehicle for a comfortable transfer to the hotel (45-minute drive).
After dinner, the evening is yours to explore. Some suggestions include strolling through the weekend Night Market, exploring the charming Old Quarter, or enjoying a coffee at a rooftop café with city views. For a livelier evening, you can experience Hanoi's nightlife at a local "bia hoi" corner or one of the city's popular bars.
Meal: Dinner
Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.
Full Day City Tour in Hanoi
In the morning, your guide will meet you at the hotel to begin a tour of Hanoi's most important landmarks. Your first stop is the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you'll learn about the life of Vietnam's revered founder. You will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside view only on certain days), the simple house on stilts where he lived and worked, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, a unique temple resembling a lotus blossom. Next, you'll visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, built in the 11th century to honor Confucius and great scholars.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, you can choose a Vespa tour or a Jeep tour:
Option 1: Vespa scooter tour. In the afternoon, get ready to experience Hanoi like a local on a thrilling Vespa scooter tour. With an expert driver, you'll zip through the city's vibrant streets, exploring hidden alleys and local neighborhoods far from the typical tourist trails. Your adventure will take you past highlights like the historic Long Bien Bridge, the serene West Lake, the elegant French Quarter, and even stop for a taste of the famous Trang Tien ice cream. As the afternoon winds down, you'll enjoy a private viewing of a traditional water puppet show at the Thang Long Theatre. Dinner at a local restaurant. You will return to the hotel for the night.
Option 2: Jeep tour. 2-hour Jeep tour (each Jeep seats 4 persons), Russian Jeep or US Army. Discover the soul of Hanoi in a truly unique way: from the back of a legendary, open-air military Jeep. This special tour lets you sit back, relax, and soak in the sights, sounds, and smells of the city without the barrier of a bus window. Your expert guide and driver will take you through hidden alleys and bustling streets to show you the real Hanoi, revealing a side of the city that most tourists miss. Your adventure begins in the historic Old Quarter, zipping through its 36 famous streets, each once dedicated to a specific craft. Next, you'll cruise through the elegant French Quarter, often called the "Little Paris" of Asia. Here, you'll admire grand colonial architecture, stately embassies, and beautiful tree-lined boulevards. Along the way, you'll pass by famous landmarks including the magnificent Hanoi Opera House and the neo-Gothic St. Joseph's Cathedral.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi
Hanoi – Halong – Dark and Bright Cave – Overnight on Boat
Your guide and driver will pick you up for the scenic 3.5-hour drive to Halong Bay. Upon arrival at the Tuan Chau International Port, you will board the luxurious Indochine Cruise. Settle in with a refreshing welcome drink as our crew provides a brief orientation. A delicious buffet lunch will be served in the elegant restaurant while the cruise sets sail, gliding past the stunning limestone islands of Lan Ha Bay.
This afternoon is dedicated to exploration. A highlight is a visit to the beautiful Dark and Bright Cave, where you'll discover its hidden lagoons by traditional bamboo boat or kayak. Afterward, you'll have plenty of time for a refreshing swim in the bay's calm, emerald waters.
As evening approaches, the cruise will anchor for the night. This is the perfect time to relax on the sundeck, take a dip in the onboard pool, or practice your swing with a round of mini-golf while watching the sunset. Just before dinner, you're invited to join a fun cooking class or a fruit carving demonstration led by our Head Chef. Savor an exquisite dinner prepared by the talented culinary team. The evening is yours to enjoy - relax with board games, try your hand at squid fishing off the back of the boat, or simply unwind on deck under the starry sky.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight on a cruise in Lan Ha Bay
Halong – Hanoi - Take Flight to Da Nang
Wake up to the serene beauty of the bay with a light breakfast of coffee, tea, and fresh pastries. For an energizing start to the day, you can join an optional Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises. Afterward, you will take a guided walk to explore the impressive Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island, a beautiful final excursion.
As the cruise begins its gentle journey back to port, you'll have time to return to your room to freshen up and pack. A final brunch will be served on board.
Upon disembarking at Tuan Chau Port, your private driver and tour guide will be waiting to take you back to Hanoi. From there, you will be transferred directly to Noi Bai Airport for your afternoon flight to Da Nang, the vibrant coastal heart of Central Vietnam. Arrive in Da Nang, meet our guide, and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Half-day all-inclusive package at Furama resort.
Meal: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner. (Half-day all-inclusive package at Furama resort).
Overnight at the hotel in Da Nang.
Da Nang - Free & Easy All-Day at Resort
Free all day at the resort. Our group uses the all-inclusive package at the resort.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at the hotel in Da Nang
Da Nang – Free & Easy All-Day at Resort
Morning: Half-day all-inclusive package at Furama resort.
18:00: Transfer to the local restaurant for the Gala Dinner. (The price of the gala dinner isn't included in the tour price, I put it as optional below)
22:00: Transfer back to the hotel for an overnight stay at the hotel. Noted: Full-day use of all the packages at Furama resort.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Gala Dinner
Overnight at the hotel in Da Nang
Da Nang – Departure
Morning, you will have breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Half-day use of all-inclusive packages at Furama resort and late check-out until 06:00 PM.
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DESTINATION INFORMATION
Vietnam
Climate
The country has a rather variable climate, stretching 2,000 km from north to south and with approximately three-quarters of the country being mountainous. Tropical, hot, and humid. Monsoons divide the year into two seasons: a hot and rainy one from May to October/November, and a cool and dry one from December to April. There is a risk of typhoons between September and October, when the summer monsoon transitions into the winter monsoon. In the central part of the country, the monsoon season begins in July and ends in January.
Visa
1. Vietnam grants e-visas for citizens of all countries and territories with a 90-day stay duration and valid for multiple entry.
2. Citizens of 24 countries enjoying unilateral visa exemption can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days.
The 24 countries include Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Finland, Switzerland.
Jet Lag
Timezone: UTC +7
Currently and payment systems
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (VND) for most daily transactions. While some places may accept USD or EUR, it’s not very common, so it’s always more convenient to pay in local currency.
Cash is still widely used, especially in local markets and small shops while credit cards are accepted at hotels, malls, and more upscale restaurants, sometimes with a small surcharge.
ATMs are easy to find in cities and tourist areas, so withdrawing cash is generally simple and convenient.
