Best of Hanoi & Halong Bay Escape

🗓️ 4 nights / 5 days 📍 Hanoi · Halong Bay ☀️ Best: October to April

Experience the best of Northern Vietnam with this thoughtfully designed 5 Days / 4 Nights holiday covering the historic capital of Hanoi and the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay. Discover ancient temples, colonial architecture, vibrant local culture, and the famous Water Puppet Show before cruising through the emerald waters of Halong Bay, surrounded by dramatic limestone islands. With comfortable accommodations, authentic Vietnamese cuisine, guided sightseeing, and seamless transfers, this package offers the perfect blend of culture, history, nature, and relaxation, making it an ideal choice for couples, families, and first-time travellers seeking an unforgettable Vietnam getaway.

Highlights

Hanoi City Tour

Presidential Palace

Hoan Kiem Lake

Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House

One Pillar Pagoda

Temple of Literature

Ngoc Son Temple • Traditional Water Puppet Show

Halong Bay Cruise

Thien Cung Cave

Seafood Lunch Cruise

Fighting Cock Islets

Turtle Island

Day by day

Arrival in Hanoi

Welcome to Hanoi, the charming capital of Vietnam. Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, meet our local representative and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel after lunch. Complete your check-in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing after your journey or exploring the nearby streets and cafés at your own pace.In the evening, savour an authentic Vietnamese dinner and experience the country's rich culinary traditions before returning to your hotel.

Hanoi City Tour & Water Puppet Show

After breakfast, discover the rich cultural heritage of Hanoi with a guided city tour. Visit Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House, the impressive Presidential Palace, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, one of Vietnam's most treasured landmarks. Continue to the historic Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university dedicated to Confucius, before visiting the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and the beautiful Ngoc Son Temple, connected by the famous red Huc Bridge. In the evening, witness the traditional Water Puppet Show, a unique cultural performance that beautifully showcases Vietnam's folklore and rural traditions through live puppetry on water.

Halong Bay Cruise Experience

After breakfast, check out and travel to the breathtaking Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone islands. Board a scenic cruise and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch while sailing through one of the world's most spectacular natural landscapes. Explore the magnificent Thien Cung Cave (Heaven Palace Cave), famous for its stunning stalactites and stalagmites illuminated by colourful lights. Continue cruising past iconic limestone formations including Incense Burner Islet, Fighting Cock Islets, Sail Islet, and Turtle Island, before disembarking and transferring to your hotel.

Halong Bay to Hanoi

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and return to Hanoi through picturesque countryside landscapes. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before spending the remainder of the day at leisure. You may choose to explore Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, shop for traditional handicrafts and souvenirs, or relax at one of the city's charming cafés before enjoying your farewell dinner.

Departure

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and enjoy a comfortable transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your onward flight. As your Vietnam holiday comes to an end, take home unforgettable memories of Hanoi's rich history, vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay.