Boasting a rich history, diverse culture and breath-taking landscapes – today’s vibrant Vietnam tour isn’t one to miss…
We’re offering you a six-night half-board Vietnam tour with hotels, cruise and transfers, saving you up to 20%*!
Six-Night Itinerary:
Day 1 – Arrive in Hanoi:
Upon arrival, you’ll be driven to the city centre before checking into your hotel at 2pm and spending your rest of your day exploring!
Day 2 – Exploring Hanoi – 3* & 4* Cruise Itinerary:
After meeting your guide at the hotel, you’ll be picked up by a shuttle bus and enjoy the peaceful countryside, farmland and Red River Delta scenery. After arriving at the Tuan Chau Marina, you’ll receive a warm welcome upon your cruise ship (and meet the captain, crew and a welcome drink as you learn about life onboard!) Check out your charming cabin and enjoy a delicious lunch while cruising towards Ha Long Bay!
Arriving in Ha Long Bay: You’ll explore the Surprising Cave, the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay, known for its immense size and stunning geological formations, captivating adventurers with its otherworldly beauty! Take a trip to Titop Island and spend the rest of your afternoon swimming, climbing to the island’s top for outstanding views before continuing your cruise and enjoying the stunning seascape along the way.
In the evening, enjoy the Sunset Party on the sundeck before tucking into a delicious dinner! Spend the rest of your evening chatting with the other guests or relaxing.
Day 2 – Exploring Hanoi – 5* Cruise Itinerary:
In the morning, you’ll be picked up from your Hanoi hotel and be transferred to Halong Bay by Limosine! After arriving at the Tuan Chau Harbour, you’ll check in at the waiting room. Board the ship and enjoy a welcome drink as you meet the captain and crew and get an introductory talk.
Once all checked in on board, you’ll head to the on-site restaurant and enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch as you cruise along the incredible Lan Ha Bay, with fascinating rock formations! Spend your afternoon indulging in a spa treatment, kicking back on the sundeck or by the pool! Seek adventure and explore the Ba Trai Dao Area and the beautiful lagoon of Lan Ha Bay – why not head out on a kayak and see what you can discover!
(Please note: In unfavourable weather conditions, to ensure the safety of guests, this destination will change from the Lan Ha Bay to the Light Cave - famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. You’ll be able to explore with kayaking, swimming or sightseeing on a bamboo boat!)
In the evening, before your delicious dinner, head to the Sunset Party and enjoy bay views as you indulge in the Happy Hour (buy 2 get 1 free with a selection of drinks!) After dinner, you’ll have plenty to keep you entertained with everything from squid fishing to karaoke singing!
Day 3 – From Halong Bay to Hanoi – 3* & 4* Cruise Itinerary:
In the morning, you’ll take part in some Tai Chi or a photo hunt before enjoying an on-board breakfast as you begin cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone. Discover the area with a kayak or visit a local fisherman’s floating house and learn about their lives! Relax before checking out of your cabin (and don’t worry, you can leave you bags in the luggage store) before joinging a Cooking Class and learn how to make Vietnamese traditional spring rolls! Tuck into a delicious brunch before disembarking at Tuan Chau Marina and heading to your Hanoi Hotel, and spending the night there.
Day 3 – From Halong Bay to Hanoi – 5* Cruise Itinerary:
After a delicious breakfast and enjoying the beautiful bay’s views with a hot drink, you’ll visit the famous Frog Pond (the filming location of Kong Skull Island from King Kong!) Swim the cool and clear water or scout out the scenery from a kayak. After your adventure, you’ll check out and tuck into lunch as the boat returns to the harbour. Take a high-speed canoe back to Tuan Chau Port and return to Hanoi by a luxury limousine. Check into your Hanoi hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
(Please note: Because of cruising conditions, the program may be changed slightly due to specific weather or tide conditions without prior notice to visitors. Wi-Fi is available although internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long.)
Day 4 – Leaving Hanoi and heading to Sapa:
You’ll be picked up from your Hanoi hotel and head to Sapa. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your guide at the bus station and head towards your hotel, before check-in in and enjoying lunch.
Head to the gate of the Cat Cat Village - near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak and home to the Black H'mong people. With a local guide, you’ll be shown the daily life activities of the locals, travel down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station. You’ll have plenty of photo opportunities before heading to the bus and returning to Sapa and spending the evening hanging out at your hotel.
(Trekking distance is about 4-5 kms and will take around 2 hours)
Day 5 – Leaving Sapa to explore Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai and the Ta Van Village:
In the morning, devour a delicious breakfast at your hotel before heading out on a trek! You’ll walk from Sapa to Y Linh Ho then along through the rice terraces and along to the Muong Hoa Stream, through to the Black Hmong Village of Lao Chai before seeing the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain! After you’ve worked up an appetite, you’ll have a picnic lunch at the Lao Chai Village before heading to the Ta Van Village – home of the Dzay people. (Trekking distance is about 12 kms and it lasts for around 4.5 hours) From there you’ll be picked up by bus and head back to Sapa, before going back to Hanoi and spending the night there.
Day 6 – Leaving Hanoi and heading to Ninh Binh:
In the morning, you’ll be collected by your friendly guide and head to the Ninh Binh province. After a short break, you’ll visit Hoa Lư – the ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. After a buffet lunch (with delicious delicacies such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice and vegetarian options), you’ll visit Trang An – an UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to a wonderful tunnel cave system (also featured in the Skull Island King Kong film!) Enjoy a beautiful boat trip and a cycling tour of the village before heading back to the bus. Discover the Mua Cave and at almost 500 steps, you’ll see the incredible views of Tam Croc from the top of the Lying Dragon Mountain. After a bus ride back to Hanoi you’ll spend your evening at your leisure.
Day 7 – Departure day:
You’ll leave your Hanoi hotel and be transferred from there to the airport and you’ll head to your next destination – whether that’s home or another heavenly holiday destination!
This holiday is financially protected by the ATOL scheme. For more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate, click here.
*Original prices calculated using gotogate and booking.com (correct as of 08.02.2024)
