HANOI
Old Quarter, Buzzing
HIDDEN
HEIGHTS
Best Attractions
5 Days / 4 nights
Hanoi + Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
A perfect combination of Hanoi’s highlights and the UNESCO world heritage of Halong Bay’s wonder of nature.
HANOI
The charming mix of the buzzing old quarter, rustic cafes, street food, colonial heritage and old traditional ways give you a special experience of being part of the real Vietnam.
The old 36 guild streets of the old quarter has today revived as trendy shops, coffee houses, art galleries and designer restaurants, – though the old pulse of the busy streets prevails.
You’ll discover the old quarter close up on a traditional cyclo ride through the winding streets.
An exiting evening performance in the Vietnamese art form of Water Puppets is followed up with a sumptuous Vietnamese dinner.
Half day City tour incl. The temple of literature & Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum.
HALONG BAY
Halong Bay is often referred to as one of the seven wonders of the world.
As we cruise into the bay of green waters with amazing limestone formations rising high and dotting the landscape, you can’t help to be amazed.
We explore the charm of the bay, the old stalagmite caves and islets with great viewpoints.
HALONG BAY,
& Cruise
Explorer
Selective Cruise boats
In the selective categories you will find three different standards of overnight cruise to make it, -just your special experience.

the heights
Hanoi heights and Halong Bay package,
A real experience of the classic Northern Vietnam and the Halong Bay World Wonder
Flexible:
Choose and Select your preferred Standard of Accommodation & overnight cruise.
The selection of Hanoi and Halong Bay is fully flexible and combinable after own choice.
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5 days / 4 nights:
Incl.:
✓ | 3 nights Hanoi |
✓ | Overnight cruise in Halong Bay with full-board |
✓ | All transfers. Private. |
✓ | Daily breakfast. |
✓ | Additional meals: 1 x dinner, 1 x lunch |
✓ | Private 1/2 day City tour. |
✓ | Water puppet theatre |
✓ | Cyclo tour of the Old Quarter |
day by day
Day 1:
Arrival to Hanoi.
Cyclo, Water puppets & Dinner
Greetings by your local English speaking guide upon arrival to Hanoi airport, from where you are transferred to your hotel. After check in to your hotel and a freshen up, it’s time to get close up with a traditional Cyclo and ride around Hanoi’s old streets, -the pulse is amazing. From the back seat of the Cyclo we now continue as streetwise explorers by sight-walking in the midst of the hustle and bustle. We set the day with a tasty authentic Vietnamese dinner in the real Hanoi ambiance. Overnight in Hanoi. ( Selective )
Wandering through the narrow alleys of Hanoi’s ancient Old Quarter is where you can experience the fragrance of Hanoi’s daily life.
Finish a fun day at Hanoi’s Water Puppet Theatre with a performance in this old art form.
Incl. dinner.
Day 2:
Half day Hanoi City Tour
Ho Chi Minh, Temple of literature
In the morning we start with a visit to the towering Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. A short walk form here takes us around to the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House and the famous Hanoi landmark: The One Pillar Pagoda. We continue by car with a visit to the Temple of Literature; Vietnam’s first university constructed in 1070. We enjoy a lunch at local restaurant before returning to our hotel in Hanoi. The remains of the day is open for own exploration. Overnight Hanoi. ( Selective )
A massive proud colossal where we experience the architectural solemnity and history of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place.
Based on Confucian teachings and philosophy its garden and well-preserved architecture offers a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s ancient history.
Incl. breakfast & lunch.
Day 3:
Halong Bay Cruise
Overnight Cruise
At 8.00am, you will be picked up by a shuttle bus for an enjoyable journey to Halong. Along the way we’ll break the 3 hours drive with a stop to visit a craft center and ceramic workshop. Enjoy a seafood lunch while cruising past amazing rock formations including, Dog, Dinh Huong and Sail Islands. You’ll visit one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, named “Amazing Cave”. We cruise to a quiet cove where the boat will anchor for the night. Overnight on board. ( Selective cruise options )
Upon arrival to Halong City we will board our cruise and settle into your cabin.
Amongst these limestone formations are the fascinating floating fishing villages where life is lived on the opal green sea.
In the afternoon we cruise to Titop Island from where you can climb up to the view point and catch a panoramic view of the bay, along the beach of Titop Island you can dive in and have a refreshing swim.
As the sun disappears behind the islands you will be served an authentic Vietnamese dinner.
Incl. breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Day 4-5:
Hanoi & Departure
Return & Leaving Hanoi
Wake up to the sun illuminating the spectacular rock formations. After breakfast, we visit Hang Luon a beautiful lagoon encircled by towering cliffs that can only be reached through a half submerged 30m-tunnel cave by bamboo rowing boat. From here we cruise to furthermost parts of the bay. While returning to Halong City we enjoy a great brunch on board before reaching the port at around 11:45am. Your private car will be waiting to drive you back to Hanoi. Overnight Hanoi. ( Selective ) Breakfast, some leisure time until your guide arrive in the lobby to a accommodate you with a transfer to the airport. Incl. breakfast.
We stop along the way to have a light snack as not many options are available on our way. (not included).
Arrive in Hanoi at approximately 15:00.
Incl. brunch.
Day 5, Hanoi departure
SELECTIVE
CATEGORIES
Hanoi Heights & Halong Bay 5 days / 4 nights: |
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Price per pers. Twin sharing. |
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Superior category | $ 648 | ||
Premium category | $ 779 | ||
Luxury category | $ 953 | ||
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HANOI: | |||
Superior category | 3 Star | ||
Chalcedony Hotel Deluxe City View |
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Premium category | 4 Star | ||
Army Hotel Deluxe room |
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Luxury category | 5 Star | ||
Sheraton Hanoi Deluxe room |
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HALONG BAY CRUISE: | |||
Superior category | 3 Star | ||
Bhaya Cruise Standard cabin |
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Premium category | 4 Star | ||
Paradise Cruise Standard cabin |
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Luxury category | 5 Star | ||
Voilet Cruise Standard cabin |
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Extra bed available for 3 person upon req. Obs: Halong Cruises do not have extra bed option in cabins. |
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Incl. taxes – No extras. |
Inclusive
All bookings are incl. of: | |
✓ | 5 days / 4 nights itinerary |
✓ | 3 nights Hanoi |
✓ | Overnight cruise in Halong Bay, Incl. full-board |
✓ | Private tours with experienced English-speaking guide. |
✓ | Cyclo ride in the old quarter |
✓ | Water Puppet Theatre. |
✓ | 1/2 day City Tour. |
✓ | All transports, private, |
✓ | Daily breakfast |
✓ | Lunch or dinner as indicated in the itinerary |
✓ | All local taxes. |
Exclusive
All bookings are excl. of: | |
– | International flights |
– | Domestic flights |
– | Travel insurance |
– | Drinks |
– | Tips |
– | Visa |
Spec’s
Level of difficulty: Easy.
Domestic/international flights or train service.
The program starts and end in Hanoi.
We are happy to help with domestic or international connections either by train or flight, from and to, any destination in Vietnam or Thailand if you wish to combine the countries.
Optional connections are not included in the price and will be offered separately.
Daily Excursions.
All day tours are private with an experienced local English-speaking guide. – except for Halong Bay Overnight Cruise on day 3 & 4.
The Overnight Cruise is with other travlers.
All transfer are private. Chauffeur with guide.
Accommodation &
Overnight Cruise.
Flexible: 3 different standards.
HANOI: | |||
Superior category | 3 Star | ||
Authentic Hotel Standard room |
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Premium category | 4 Star | ||
Prestige Hotel Standard room |
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Luxury category | 5 Star | ||
Melia Hotel Standard room |
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HALONG BAY CRUISE: | |||
Superior category | 3 Star | ||
Huong Hai Junks Standard cabin |
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Premium category | 4 Star | ||
Indochina Sails Standard cabin |
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Luxury category | 5 Star | ||
Valentine Cruise Standard cabin |
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All accommodation is in a central location.
Room type upgrades are possible and are quoted ad hoc.
Accommodation can be arranged according to a specific request, preference, standard or wish.
Travel insurance.
All traveler with Indochina Explorers travel are covered under our local travel agent operator insurance which in case of accidents cover hospitalization or medical expenses.
Local insurances do not cover indemnity of theft, third-party indemnity, delays or loss of flights, repatriation, legal fees and other liabilities of personal loss or lost vacation time.
We encourage all travelers to have proper travel insurance coverage.