Overview

HANOI ITINERARY 5 DAYS TOUR

Group Size: Private Tour

Tour Type: Sports, Cultural, Scenic

Active Level: Moderator

Cycling Distances: 15km

Tour Duration: 5 Days

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour. Please get in touch with us right away to book this Hanoi Itinerary for 5 Days and 4 Nights to explore Hanoi's capital city and Ha Long Bay. You will visit major tourist attractions and hidden gems in each destination with our expert local guide.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour:

Day 1: Airport pickup in Hanoi, followed by a food tour and overnight stay in Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour - Bat Trang Ceramic Village - Overnight in Hanoi

Day 3: Hanoi-Halong Bay Cruise-Overnight on the cruise

Day 4: Halong Bay Cruise and Drive Back to Hanoi Overnight in Hanoi

Day 5: Drop off at Hanoi Airport

Tour Remarks - Hanoi Itinerary: 5 days, 4 nights:

- This Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days 4 Nights includes visits to Hanoi and Bat Trang Village (Days 1 and 2), as well as Halong Bay (Days 3 and 4). On Day 5 (the last day), you are free to shop and see the city with your own eyes.

- The tour's locations are in northern Vietnam. The tour will begin and conclude in Hanoi, therefore you must arrange a flight from your city to Hanoi and return.

- This tour departs every day, so you may book it anytime you wish to travel. Our crew will pick you up from Noi Bai Airport (Hanoi) on the first day of your arrival, transport you to the tours, and drop you off at Noi Bai Airport on the last day.

- Tour itinerary, hotel, and cruise may be adjusted upon request to accommodate your flight schedule, budget, and travel preferences. Prices might be adjusted for any changes to the itinerary.

- If one or more recommended services are not available at the time of booking, we will seek alternative possibilities/options or other similar service(s) to prevent itinerary adjustments.

- This trip does not include all meals. Don't worry! Our picked hotels are in the heart of the city, so you can quickly locate a decent spot to dine. It is more versatile and saves you money. (Complete board can be arranged upon request).

- We provide Vietnamese cuisine. Western cuisine, Chinese foods, Indian foods, Halal foods, and seafood are offered upon request at an additional price.

- Check-in and check-out times are determined by the hotel's policies; any late check-out or early check-in will incur an extra charge.

- You may book this tour privately for greater comfort and flexibility, or join a group tour to save money.

HANOI TOUR DESTINATIONS AND ACTIVITIES:

Hanoi: (30 minutes drive from Noi Bai Airport) - Visit Hanoi Old Quarter, Dong Xuan Market, Hoan Kiem Lake, sample local cuisine, Bat Trang Ceramic Village, and Ho Chi Minh Complex
Halong Bay: (3 hours drive from Hanoi to the east) - Spend one night on a boat, visit a limestone cave, ride a bamboo boat, kayak, practice Tai Chi, take a cooking class, visit a fishing farm/village, and swim on the beach.
Street food: Hanoi, Vietnam's capital city, is famed for its rich culture, history, and, most notably, its street food. Hanoi has earned a reputation as a foodie's paradise, with hundreds of street food vendors scattered around the city.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

DAY 1: HANOI AIRPORT PICK-UP - HANOI FOOD TOUR - OVERNIGHT IN HANOI:

Welcome to Hanoi - upon arrival, you will be picked up at Noi Bai Airport and driven 45 minutes to your accommodation in the city center.

Check-in the hotel (early check-in is subject to availability).

Followed by a Guided Walking Street Food Tour (4 hours, 4 km walk - for those who cannot walk, a bus can be hired at an additional fee) - Take a stroll around the picturesque Ha Noi Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as the Heart of Hanoi.

Visit one of the city's few remaining local markets, where a wide variety of vegetables is available. The market is bustling in the morning, with customers purchasing ingredients for the day's meals.

Begin the culinary tour at one of the best local "Pho" restaurants in the city, Vietnam's national dish. A neighborhood diner offers a wide variety of "Pho Bo" (beef noodle soup), "Pho Ga" (chicken noodle soup), and Banh Cuon (rolled rice pancake). Watch in wonder as the expert chefs demonstrate how to prepare this delicious delicacy.

Bun Cha (Gilled Pork and Noodle) is a must-try. It's essentially a cold noodle soup made with pork. You will be served a dish of rice noodles, fresh herbs, and a bowl of cold soup with grilled pork.

Our next trip will be at outdoor barbecue booths. We meet down with Hanoi natives and enjoy numerous meat, vegetable, and bread delicacies that have been flame roasted over hot coals for added flavor.

Visit Hanoi Train Street - It is a must-see sight in Hanoi for every tourist visiting the city, as well as a favorite picture location for both Hanoi residents and international visitors. Before returning to your accommodation, enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee or tea, as well as some local beer.

Overnight at a hotel in Hanoi.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

Day 2: HANOI CITY TOUR - BAT TRANG CERAMIC VILLAGE - OVERNIGHT IN HANOI:

08:00 - The city trip begins with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is located east of West Lake and was established during King Ly Nam De's reign.

Next, we will visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which depicts the life of Ho Chi Minh and the nation's founder, followed by a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the colonial Presidential Palace, which was originally the French Governor Office, the rural-style Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, and the Presidential Palace, where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked. Visit one of Hanoi's landmarks, the One Pillar Pagoda, which was erected in the 11th century.

Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, which the Ly Dynasty established in 1070 to commemorate Confucius, sages, and famous Vietnamese intellectuals.

12:30: Have lunch at the restaurant.

After a great lunch of local cuisine, you take a half-hour journey to Bat Trang Ceramic Village.

Bat Trang Pottery Village is located in the south-east of Hanoi. After passing Chuong Duong Bridge, turn right and go approximately 10 kilometers along the Red River dike. Bat Trang is part of Bat Trang Commune, Gia Lam District, Hanoi.

The guide will take you around the hamlet to view the artists at work, and you will get the opportunity to watch the process of molding and carving clay pots, plates, and vases. Here, you may build your clay goods.

17:30: Drop off to your hotel.

Attending a water puppet performance is optional and costs extra. The puppet acts on the water and is controlled by artists behind a curtain. The water puppet stories effectively depict Vietnamese life and culture.

Free of leisure at night. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

DAY 3: HANOI TO HALONG BAY CRUISE - OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE:

8.15 - 8.30 AM: You will be picked up from your hotel (near the Hanoi Old Quarter) and taken to the dock at Ha Long.

12:00 - 12:30 PM: Upon arrival in Halong Bay, you will be greeted and welcomed on the boat. It's time to take in the cruise briefing and safety instructions while drinking a welcome drink.

1:00-2:00 PM: While traveling through the karst rock formations into the world of natural heritage, you will enjoy lunch at the cruise's luxurious restaurant.

3:00-4:30 PM: In the afternoon, the tour will resume with an investigation of limestone caverns. Depending on the trip, travelers will have the opportunity to explore several caverns.

6:30-7:00 PM: At dusk, practically all Halong Bay ships provide a Cooking Class or a Fruit and Vegetable Carving class. The head chef will teach you how to prepare and decorate classic Vietnamese cuisine.

7:00-11:30 PM: A special supper with delectable Western and Vietnamese traditional cuisine, depending on the cruise's set menu.

Overnight on the cruise.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

DAY 4: HALONG BAY CRUISE – BACK TO HANOI – OVERNIGHT AT HANOI:

6:30-7:00 a.m.: Coffee, tea, and breakfast are provided in the dining room. You may get up early to enjoy the sunset from the ship, which offers more breathtaking vistas than on land.

After breakfast, participate in Tai Chi courses, a traditional Chinese material art, to revitalize your second day on the Halong Bay boat tour. After breakfast, continue your journey and set out to explore the bay.

7:45-9:00 AM: The next stop will be a fishing town, where you may meet friendly and rustic locals and learn about their traditional traditions. The best way to visit the floating hamlet is on a bamboo boat or kayak trip.

Sliding over the water in a handy kayak provides passengers with greater independence and allows them to see regions that cruise ships cannot access. If you are unable to take a Halong Bay tour kayak, do not fear; a bamboo boat is available for you. You will be taken on a gentle glide to discover the wonders of this UNESCO Natural Heritage Site.

10:00 a.m.: Time to return the boat for packing and check-out procedures. The breakfast is served simultaneously as the boat returns to the port.

12:00 am: Pick up at the port for a three-hour trip back to Hanoi.

15.00: Drop off at your hotel in Old Quarter Hanoi and check in.

Free of leisure at night. Overnight in Hanoi.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

DAY 5: HANOI – HOME DEPARTURE:

Hanoi Vietnam is the capital of a thousand-year-old culture, complete with historical treasures and a tranquil way of life. If you've gone to Hanoi, you won't forget the typical ambiance, which includes Sword Lake, West Lake, cafés, little streets, and street sellers. The folks are stylish and sophisticated. Hanoi is not just known for its stunning scenery and great food; the Hanoi people also have distinct personalities that exude charm, elegance, and refinement in every utterance and action. That's why you should visit Hanoi at least once in your lifetime.

Transfer to Noi Bai Airport. End of trip. See you again.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour Inclusive:

Round-trip airport pickup and drop-off by private car.
Tours and transfers, as specified in the itinerary.
Accommodation is based on shared twin, double, or triple rooms.
Meals as specified in the program (diet/vegetarians must be advised in advance).
Experienced English-speaking guide (for other languages, extras apply).
All sightseeing costs and admission fees for the stated visits/activities.
Bottled water.

Hanoi Itinerary 5 Days Tour Exclusive: