Overview

Embark on a 10-day Vietnam adventure from the vibrant streets of Hanoi to the breathtaking Ha Giang Loop, the serene landscapes of Ninh Binh, and the emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay. Experience hidden gems, local coffee workshops, mountain passes, limestone karsts, and overnight cruises — a perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure across Northern Vietnam

Itinerary Details

Day 1 Land in Hanoi – relax after long flight – Welcome dinner.

WELCOME TO VIETNAM

Landing at Noi Bai international airport, after collecting your visa and luggage, Moving outside and Our representative will receive you at the pickup point to escort you to the hotel. After a smooth check-in process (The room is at your disposal from 14.00 onwards), settle down in your comfortable room and de-stress yourself.

You can explore your own local sightseeing such as exploring the long standing history Hanoi, beginning with

–  Ha Noi Train Street – Unique attraction where visitors can watch a train speeding by along a cramped thoroughfare.

–  Ha Noi Church, The Opera House, then going around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple, Ly Thai To Statue.

–  Observe the Dong Xuan Wholesale Market

–  Lotte Mall with Observation Sky Deck

Optional—— traditional Water Puppet Show, a unique northern Vietnamese art form especially designed for depicting scenes from rural life and episodes of national history.

Welcome dinner

Night market is available from Friday to Sunday

Day 2 Hanoi hidden gem – Coffee workshop – transfer to Ha Giang.

Morning, have breakfast and make check out, leave luggage in lobby store

Our guide will pick you up from your hotel. You will be greeted by our guide and driver at your hotel lobby or our meeting point for a safety briefing, we then begin our adventure.

On the first part, We will take you to see the Hanoi Opera House – the biggest theater in Vietnam, which is also considered as a historical and architectural landmark as well as an attraction in Hanoi where a range of important events have taken place. 

We expose you the REAL HANOI with a day in the life experiences, featured with the parts-unknown of the city with slices of life in the maze of backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets and black market, experiencing where & how locals live, work and play. Other travel companies just show you the beauty and tell you to run away from the bad and the weird of your destinations.

On journeys, not only do we show you the good but we also expose the bad and the weird of your destinations as it is what it is..

On the second part, we pass by & stop at the MUST-SEE places of our beautiful city. On the way we will pass through Ho Chi Minh mausoleum – the Mecca of Vietnamese Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, sacred place built to keep Ho Chi Minh’s body after he passed away so that he can somehow find contentment in seeing Vietnam united. 

After that, we take you through the Thanh Nien street which lies between 2 beautiful lakes of Hanoi, one of the most beautiful streets of the city. 

Then we moved to banana island which we call The hidden charm of Hanoi where it is just about 3,4 km far from the center but the scenery is totally different from modern cities. 

You have a chance to visit their farm, see the local’s houses, talk with local people to know about their lifestyle, enjoy the organic tropical fruits they grow by themselves and try the green tea.

After that we also take you to the peaceful & alluring out-skirt villages around West lake and Truc Bach lake to enrich your experiences about the contrast in harmony of life between the city center and the out-skirt. Then we went to visit  and learn about Van Nien pagoda or also known as the 1000-year-old Buddhist pagoda, it’s one of the most ancient pagodas in Hanoi.

On the third part, while we are traveling, you will see Hoang Hoa Tham, the most beautiful bonsai street in Hanoi, which will impress you with the fresh green trees and colorful flowers. 

Our Jeep will take you go through the back street, see the small alleys of Hanoi as you would experience a hidden tranquil of Hanoi – B52 American aircraft which was shot down by Vietnamese people, a hectic of Hanoi with thousands of Skyscrapers in the new parts of the city. It is not only a ride but a journey that you would learn about Hanoi before, now and then.

On the last part, you will stop at different AUTHENTIC restaurants, eateries and food stalls to savor the tastiest of the tasty dishes of Hanoi including family heirloom & secret recipe dishes, local delicacies and specialties.

Afternoon have time to do coffee workshop

Uncover the history of coffee in Vietnam, from its colonial roots to its modern-day significance. Master the art of brewing with the phin filter and other traditional techniques.

Craft 3 iconic Vietnamese coffee beverages. Savor the rich aromas and complex flavors of Vietnamese coffee. Connect with the vibrant coffee culture of Vietnam.

Evening free time until 20h00 – transfer to Hanoi bus station, check in VIP CABIN sleeper to Ha Giang

After 7 hours, reach Ha Giang, check in hotel and relax after long ride

Day 3 Ha Giang loops.

Reach Ha Giang around 4am, check in hotel and relax

-8:30 Am Have breakfast and then start the Ha Giang loop journey

-Check in: KM0 in Ha Giang city – Bac Sum Pass – Quan Ba Heaven Gate – Stopover to see Quan Ba twin mountains, Tam Son Town

-12:30 After passing Can Ty pass, check in some beautiful spots, lonely trees, Van Chai cliff, then have lunch at Yen Minh town

-13:30 continue towards Dong Van to check in: Tham Ma pass, Pho Cao village, Sung La valley, visit Lung Cam cultural village imbued with H’Mong
ethnic identity, visit “Pao’s house”, Tam Giac Mach field, Moon rock field in Sa Phin village.

-16:30: Visit the mansion of the Vuong family (King of the Hmong people): Coming here, you will truly admire the life and culture of the H’Mong people.
In the late afternoon, under the last sunlight of the day, you will get the most authentic experience of the architectural exchange of three cultures: H’Mong, French, and Chinese.

-18:00: Check in hotel, homestay and rest

-19:30: Dinner, then free to walk around Dong Van old town, to enjoy street food at Dong Van old town night market.

Day 4 Ha Giang loops.

-8:30 am: After breakfast, we will visit the legendary Happiness Road, the majestic Ma Pi Leng Pass, and the beautiful Nho Que River.

-Check in: The stop at the Ma Pi Leng monument, the dangerous road to Death’s snout and Dinosaur’s spine, walking on the Sky Path, you will see the entire scene at the foot of the pass. Panorama viewing point and a few beautiful check in points at the top of the pass.

– Take a boat on the Nho Que River to see the highest Tu San canyon in Southeast Asia, a natural masterpiece that can only be found in Ha Giang -12:30: Have lunch at Meo Vac Town. Then continue the journey from Meo Vac town to Du Gia, the road has beautiful views with many winding roads
with endless valleys, on the way check in: M pass shooting location, Mau Due, Lung Ho. -17:00: Arrive at Du Gia commune center, check in at a local homestay in the Du Gia village, enjoy dinner with Tay cuisine, and drink corn wine that we happily named “happy water”.

Day 5 Ha Giang loops – transfer to Ninh Binh.

-8:30 am: After breakfast, we will walk around the village, go bathe in Du Gia waterfall, then depart back to Ha Giang city.

-On the way stopping to admire and visit some beautiful scenes: the valley Duong Thuong, Visit Lung Tam weaving village.

We have lunch at Tam Son town – Quan Ba and return to Ha Giang city at around 15:00 pm, shower, rest at Hostel, homestay and take transfer to Ninh Binh – departure 22h00 (NOT INCLUDE VIP CABIN SLEEPER BUS)

Day 6 Ninh Binh full day.

Reach Ninh Binh around 8h00 am, transfer to hotel to leave luggage (hotel check in 14h00)

9h30 – Our tour guide and van will pick you up at your hotel

10h30: Visit Mua Cave (Mua means Dance) with 500 steps up to the Top of Mua Mountain. On the Top, you can overview all the nice scenes of Hoa Lu.

12h00: Visit Hoa Lu – the Ancient Royal capital of Viet Nam. We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple, in the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of these two Kings in the Chinese Wars. After that, we went to Tam Coc (10 km far from Hoa Lu).

12:30 – Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisines.

13h30: Depart to visit Trang An Eco-Tourism attraction, there is beautiful scenery landscape, you will boarding a small boat to visit Trang An, you will see majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious yet inviting caves, as well as countryside sights, like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields. 

Take a boat trip to visit the cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in mystery and wilderness, see scenery of mountain and rivers Ha Long on land of Ninh Binh.

16h30: Get on bus and keep going to visit Bich Dong pagoda ( oldest pagoda in Ninh Binh )

Explore this tranquil, centuries-old pagoda nestled against a limestone mountain and surrounded by lush greenery and lotus ponds.
Climb through three levels of pagodas—Ha (Lower), Trung (Middle), and Thuong (Upper)—each offering serene spaces for reflection and stunning views of the countryside.

17h00: We arrive at your hotel and finish the tour.

Day 7 Ninh Binh to Lan Ha bay 2 days 1 night.

Morning have breakfast and make check out

7h00. You will be picked up from your hotel 

11:30. Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor.

11:30-12:30. Transfer by tender boat to Blue Diamond Cruise.

12:30. The Cruise Manager and crew member welcome you onboard with guiding information and a safety briefing.

Check in your cabin before a fabulous lunch in our restaurant.

During lunch time, our cruise starts to sail through the magnificent Lan Ha Bay, a geological extension of Halong

Bay which is less visited, less inhabited and therefore has the extra appeal of being a more peaceful place.

15:30-16:30. Visit Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat rowed by the local fishermen, a serene round lake surrounded by lush trees and high stone cliffs.

16:30-17:00. Enjoy swimming in the private emerald water.

17:00. We return to Blue Diamond cruise and join some interesting activities such as cooking class, sunset party and relax on the sundeck to catch the daily spectacular of a gorgeous panorama Don’t miss the happy hour at our bar as well.

After that, the captain will let the cruise stop at a quite area of the bay.

19:00. A special dinner of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served.

20:45. In the late evening, take your leisure time to chat at the bar, playing games, squid fishing…

Overnight onboard.

Day 8 Lan Ha bay – Hanoi.

06:30. Be an early riser and attend healthy Tai Chi practice on the sundeck. Sunrise photography is awesome.

07:00-08:00. Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant.

08:00-09:00. Explore Lan Ha bay by kayak.

09:00-09:30. Back to the main cruise and it’s time to pack your things, do the check-out procedure.

Make sure not to forget your belongings.

Enjoy brunch while cruising back to the mainland.

11:30. Travel on a tender boat back to Tuan Chau Harbor. Make your farewell to the crew.

12:00. Meet the luxury limousine for a return to Hanoi

15:00. Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi. 

Day 9 Hanoi leisure day.

PICK UP from hotels located in Hanoi Old Quarter by walking/motorbike

• MORNING CLASS: 8:00 A.M-8:15 A.M until  11.30 A.M
• AFTERNOON CLASS: 1.30 P.M-1.45 P.M until  5.30 P.M

WELCOME DRINKS at our restaurant with tea/ instant coffee/water.

CHEF RECOMMENDS 3 DISHES to cook + offer extra egg coffee / egg beer + gives you guidelines on ingredients.

LEARN SOME BASIC VIETNAMESE SENTENCES to communicate with local shopkeepers. Eg: How to bargain a price? How to greet someone in Vietnam? How much is it? …

GO SHOPPING AT LOCAL MARKET with a guide to buy all the ingredients according to the guidelines.  

LEARN TO COOK 

ENJOY YOUR FOOD YOU HAVE COOKED

GET CERTIFICATES

TRADITIONAL VIETNAMESE CUISINE:

“BUN CHA”: – Grilled pork belly in deeping fish sauce. Comes with fresh noodles and local herbs. “PHO BO HA NOI” – Rice noodle soup with beef, Hanoi style “PHO GA HA NOI” – Rice noodle soup with chicken,Hanoi style “NEM RAN HA NOI” – Traditional spring rolls with minced pork.

“PHO CUON HA NOI” – Fresh noodle rolls with beef and fresh local herbs. “NOM GA HOA CHUOI” – Banana flower salad with chicken “GA XAO SA OT” – Sauteed chicken with lemongrass and chili. Served with steam rice. “PHO CHIEN PHONG BO” – Deep fried crispy noodle with sauteed beef and bok-choy

VEGAN OPTIONS:

“NOM HOA CHUOI CHAY” – Banana flower salad “NAM HAP XA” – Steamed assorted mushrooms with lemongrass “PHO CHIEN PHONG RAU CU” – Deep-fried noodles with sauteed assorted vegetables

‘NEM RAN CHAY” – Deep-fried spring roll with assorted vegetables “PHO NUOC CHAY” – Vegan rice wartery noodle soup “DAU HU SOT ME” – Deep-fried tofu, tamarind dressing.

Day 10: Ninh Binh to Hanoi – flight back home

Morning chill and relax

Check out before 12h00  Take transfer to Hanoi airport (1 hours ride)  Check in flight back home

Finish 10 days in Vietnam 

NOTE: 

• The itinerary might subject to change due to weather or tide condition with our prior notice
• Schedule subject to change upon weather and operation conditions
• Promotion might apply, inclusions and exclusions might change – you will be informed of changes upon booking.
• All prices are in United States Dollars ($) unless otherwise indicated. Please note that prices quoted are subject to change. Price changes may occur by reason of matters outside our control which increase the cost of the services which we arrange on your behalf. Such factors include adverse currency fluctuations, fuel costs, taxes and accommodation increases. The price is only guaranteed once paid for in full by you. No refunds will be made in respect of accommodation, meals, activities, transport or other services which are included in the tour price but, for whatever reason, are not utilized by you.

WHAT TO BRING

• Shoes • Camera + Film • Insect repellent • Original Passport • Hat • Sunglasses.
• Bring your own water container to refill water on tour, not waste plastic bottles.