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Vietnam Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Hoi An Group Trip
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Vietnam Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Hoi An Group Trip

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Duration

8 Days 7 Nights

Pickup

Hanoi (Noi Bai International Airport)

Drop

Da Nang International Airport

Type

International (long-haul)

Overview & Highlights

This group trip covers the best of northern and central Vietnam in eight days. You begin in Hanoi with its lakes, temples and Old Quarter, then spend a night aboard a cruise among the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay. A flight takes the group south to Da Nang and the lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An. A day at Ba Na Hills brings the Golden Bridge and a ride on one of the world's longest cable cars, before the Marble Mountains and Da Nang's coast complete the trip. A trip captain accompanies the group throughout, and Indian meal options can be arranged on request.

  • Hanoi's Temple of Literature, Ba Dinh Square and the Old Quarter
  • Overnight cruise among the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay
  • Kayaking or swimming stops and a cave visit on the bay, weather permitting
  • Hoi An Ancient Town and its lantern-lit lanes
  • Golden Bridge and the French Village at Ba Na Hills
  • Marble Mountains and the Lady Buddha at Linh Ung Pagoda in Da Nang
  • Domestic flight from Hanoi to Da Nang included
  • Trip captain throughout and Indian meal options on request

Itinerary

1Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi | Old Quarter Evening Walk
  • Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where your trip captain meets the group.
  • Transfer to your 4-star hotel in Hanoi and check in.
  • Take an easy evening walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter.
  • Dinner at leisure; Indian meal options can be arranged on request.
  • Overnight stay in Hanoi.
2Day 2: Hanoi City Tour | Temple of Literature
  • After breakfast, visit Ba Dinh Square and see the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from outside.
  • Stop at the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university.
  • Spend the afternoon in the Old Quarter with its narrow streets, street food and craft shops.
  • An optional evening water puppet show can be arranged, subject to availability.
  • Overnight stay in Hanoi.
3Day 3: Hanoi to Ha Long Bay | Overnight Cruise
  • Drive from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, with a comfort stop on the way.
  • Board your cruise, settle into your cabin and enjoy lunch on board.
  • Cruise past limestone islets with stops for kayaking or swimming and a cave visit, weather permitting.
  • Watch the sunset from the deck, then enjoy dinner on board.
  • Overnight stay on the cruise.
4Day 4: Ha Long Bay Sunrise | Return to Hanoi
  • Wake early to watch the sun rise over the bay.
  • Have breakfast or brunch on board while cruising among the islets, then disembark.
  • Drive back to Hanoi and check in at the hotel.
  • The rest of the day is at leisure for last-minute shopping or a rest.
  • Overnight stay in Hanoi.
5Day 5: Fly to Da Nang | Hoi An Ancient Town
  • After breakfast, transfer to Noi Bai airport for the short flight to Da Nang.
  • Drive to Hoi An, about 45 minutes away, and check in.
  • Stroll through Hoi An Ancient Town, including the Japanese Covered Bridge, as the lanterns light up.
  • Dinner at leisure; Hoi An is known for its tailors and cafes.
  • Overnight stay in Hoi An.
6Day 6: Ba Na Hills | Golden Bridge
  • Drive from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills and ride the cable car up the mountain.
  • Walk across the Golden Bridge, held up by two giant stone hands, and explore the French Village and gardens.
  • Lunch at leisure in the hill resort, then return to Hoi An in the afternoon.
  • The evening is free for the old town or an optional lantern boat ride on the river.
  • Overnight stay in Hoi An.
7Day 7: Hoi An Morning | Marble Mountains and Da Nang
  • Enjoy a relaxed morning in Hoi An, with an optional cooking class or cycle ride through the paddy fields.
  • Check out and drive to Da Nang to visit the Marble Mountains, hills with caves and pagodas.
  • Continue to Linh Ung Pagoda on the Son Tra Peninsula, home to the tall Lady Buddha statue and wide coastal views.
  • Spend the evening free along the Han River or at My Khe beach.
  • Overnight stay in Da Nang.
8Day 8: Departure from Da Nang
  • After breakfast, check out and enjoy free time until your transfer.
  • Transfer to Da Nang International Airport for your onward flight.
  • Depart Vietnam with a camera full of memories.

Weather, road conditions and safety may require changes to the itinerary.

Inclusions

  • 7 nights in 4-star hotels and on the Ha Long Bay cruise, on twin sharing
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner on the Ha Long Bay cruise and lunch on the Ba Na Hills day as per the itinerary
  • Economy class domestic flight from Hanoi to Da Nang
  • Airport and inter-city transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Hanoi city tour with Temple of Literature and Old Quarter visit
  • Ha Long Bay overnight cruise with the activities listed in the itinerary
  • Hoi An Ancient Town visit and Ba Na Hills entry with cable car
  • Marble Mountains and Linh Ung Pagoda visit
  • A trip captain accompanying the group throughout
  • Indian meal options on request
  • Assistance from our travel experts

Exclusions

  • International airfare
  • Visa fees and processing
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses, laundry, tips and porterage
  • Optional activities such as the water puppet show, cooking class and lantern boat ride
  • Local city or tourism taxes payable at the hotel where applicable
  • Anything not listed under inclusions
  • GST and TCS as applicable

Other Info

Must carry

  • Passport and visa copies
  • Return flight tickets
  • Copy of travel insurance
  • Forex or international card
  • Universal power adapter
  • Light layers for cool, damp weather in Hanoi and on the bay
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sunscreen, hat and swimwear
  • Modest clothing for temple visits

Notes

  • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
  • Standard hotel check-in is around 2 pm and check-out around 12 noon.
  • The itinerary order may change with weather, road, flight or operational conditions without reducing the sights covered.
  • Rates and availability are confirmed at the time of booking.
  • Cancellation and refund are as per our Terms & Conditions.
  • This is a group trip with a typical group of 12 to 24 travellers; the departure runs on minimum numbers.
  • A trip captain accompanies the group throughout the tour.
  • Ha Long Bay cruises can be altered or cancelled by the authorities in bad weather; an alternative is arranged where possible.
  • The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is viewed from outside; it has its own opening days and annual closure.
  • Dress modestly at temples and pagodas, with shoulders and knees covered.

See our Terms & Conditions for payment and cancellation rules.

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