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Explore some of Sapa’s top destinations on this guided multi-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy experiences that include trekking in the Black Hmong village of Cat Cat, hiking to Ta Van village along the Muong Hoa river. Enjoy complimentary accommodations, meals, and a comfortable bus.

With over 1,000 years of history, Hanoi offers a rich tapestry of culture. Skip the planning and let your guide explain everything on this door-to-door tour. You’ll visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, discover Hoa Lo Prison, explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology or Vietnamese Women’s Museum, see the embalmed body of revolutionary Ho Chi Minh (closed Mondays and Fridays), and eat a delicious lunch.

Get out of Hanoi and explore some natural and cultural highlights of northern Vietnam on this day tour without worrying about logistics. Get around the sprawling Bai Dinh complex in a convenient electric car, take a scenic boat ride through the Trang An cave system, and climb to the top of Mua Island for panoramic views. Other tour options include the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and Tam Coc.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Trang An is renowned for its scenic waterways and soaring karst cliffs. On this tour, discover the natural landscapes by bus, boat, and bike, and enjoy the views from both land and water. Cruise around the caves, cliffs, and temples in a traditional rowing boat; visit the magnificent Bich Dong Pagoda; then cycle along countryside trails to explore the area even further.

Escape the city for a day in the countryside and zip around the Vietnamese countryside on the back of a motorbike. Experience local life as you visit a rural village, enjoy tea with a local family, and watch farmers at work in the rice paddies. Visit the beautiful Co Loa Citadel temple, before heading to a restaurant to sample tasty Vietnamese specialties.

Take a break from the stress and noise of downtown Hanoi and spend some time in the tranquility of the countryside on this half-day tour. Enjoy the tour riding in a Jeep with your guide and explore the villages outside Hanoi, visiting sites that are often ignored by visitors to Vietnam. Meet with local families and learn about the rhythms and rituals of life outside the big city, and head off the beaten track – literally – as you drive down dirt roads and through local rice paddies.

Spend a day exploring Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city. Learn about its history at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and ancient pagodas, and enjoy a Vietnamese set lunch. Choose to add a traditional water puppet show or cyclo rickshaw ride; round-trip hotel transport is included from Hanoi Old Quarter.

Stay overnight in Sapa and enjoy a variety of guided trekking tours during this 2-day small-group tour. Hike for several hours each day to hill tribe villages belonging to the Black Hmong and Dzay ethnic minorities. Visit Cat Cat, Lao Chai. Y Linh Ho, and Ta Van with an experienced guide and enjoy the scenery of the Hoang Lien Son mountains. Meals and round-trip hotel transport from Hanoi included.

The atmospheric Old Quarter of Hanoi is one of the best places to sample Vietnam’s famous street food. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of a local guide, who will show you where and what to eat, and give you a fascinating insight into Vietnamese foods and culinary traditions. During the tour, taste a wide variety of delicious foods from tasty fried pancakes to noodle soup, to sweet desserts.

See Hanoi’s highlights on an exhilarating private motorbike tour. Combine three activities in one as you sightsee, try some of the city’s best eats, and experience riding on a motorbike for yourself. Go beyond Hanoi’s Old Quarter with your private guide and discover more local spots in the city. You’ll be able to access places that traditional tour buses aren’t able to visit.

Don’t miss out on seeing Halong Bay because you’re short on time with this day trip from Hanoi. Take a cruise from Halong city out onto the bay, admiring its signature karst islands from the sundeck. Make stops during the cruise to swim, kayak or hike at Ti Top Island and head into Sung Sot Cave to see the rock formations inside.

Travel the famous Ha Giang Loop—a route that takes in the whole of the Ha Giang province using roads that motorcyclists love for their views and sweeping corners around the hills and mountains of Vietnam. Spend three days adventuring around Ha Giang, and visit villages, towns, markets, and landmarks that you wouldn’t be able to find on your own.

This is a once in a lifetime experience, that will stay with you forever! Choose a short, easy to explore adventure or a rural, off-the-beaten-track tribal trek! You will be accompanied by your own expert English-speaking native private tour guide. We try to avoid other tourist routes (unless you advise otherwise). Our guides speak excellent English, are local and have so much knowledge about Sapa, the surroundings, history, culture, and the different tribes. You'll have the opportunity to stay the night in homestays & enjoy wifi & hot showers. Alternatively, you can choose to stay in a local house with a local family. Either way you will experience this incredible place & amazing people. Huddle round an open fire, spend time chatting and getting to know your host family. By booking, you are giving back to the local people, giving them opportunities to earn fair wages, which in a region where 70% of the population is below the poverty line, is desperately needed.

Explore a different side of Hanoi away from the tourist hotspots on this small-group tour through the city’s neighborhoods and backstreets. But instead of a stuffy tour bus, you'll explore via Jeep. You'll see unique sights like the Huu Tiep Lake and the city’s infamous ‘Train Street’, whizz past landmarks like Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and more. You'll also stop to taste iconic foods and drinks, adding quintessential flavor to your adventure.

Learn about northern Vietnamese history and rural life on a full-day tour to Hoa Lu and Tam Coc from Hanoi. See the Hoa Lu temples in the ancient capital of Vietnam, then go to Tam Coc for a sampan ride on a slow-moving river with a landscape of karst formations and caves. Finish up with a bike ride through rural villages. Includes buffet lunch, transportation and guide, all activities, and hotel pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

You don't need to miss out on Ha Long Bay just because you’re short on time. On this speedy day tour, soak up the seascapes as you visit beautiful Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and paddle a kayak (extra expense) around a cave, and savor a delicious seafood lunch. Tour includes door-to-door round-trip transport from Hanoi.

There’s more to everyday life in Vietnam than just its historic monuments and popular inner-city neighborhoods, and this private overnight experience in northwestern Sa Pa gives you the chance to sample it. Explore Sa Pa town and the mountainous countryside around it with your guide, then stay overnight at your guide’s house and participate in the rituals of rural life, including the option to work in the terraced fields seen throughout the area.

See some of the natural wonders of Vietnam’s scenic Ninh Binh Province even with limited time on this group day trip from Hanoi. . Discover the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, cycle around local villages and cruise on a bamboo boat in the Tam Coc valley, an climb to the top of Mua Cave for sweeping countryside views.

Dig deeper into Hanoi’s everyday foods than you could by yourself with this food walking tour. Head into the old quarter with a food-blogger guide and discover local dishes and drinks you may well miss alone, all without getting lost. Find local eateries and food stands; try specialities such as ‘bun tho’ (beef rice vermicelli); and learn stories of local life and delicacies you might not hear otherwise.

Get an overview of Halong Bay on this 3-day cruise from Hanoi with hotel pickup included. Depending on how much time you have, you can choose from 2 to 4-day tours and upgrade for more luxurious accommodations. Most of your meals are included on specific days, as are your transfers, so you won't have to worry about planning any logistics and can truly relax.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese food culture, and see a side that few tourists do, on this private food tour with a local chef. Starting before dawn, visit four different local markets to get a behinds the scenes look at how food moves around the city, learn about ingredients, and enjoy more than 10 tastings from local vendors well off the tourist path.

Learn all about Haoni’s food culture on this small group walking foodie tour that will take you through hidden alleyways and markets to reveal some delicious treats. This is an evening tour where your guide will take you through the old quarter, giving you around eight different foods to try along the way.

Authentic Local Flavors: Enjoy a carefully curated selection of street food from hidden gems that locals love, ensuring an authentic taste of Hanoi. Train Street Experience: Witness the iconic Train Street up close, where you'll see trains pass through bustling neighborhoods, adding a unique twist to your culinary journey. Personalized Guidance: Our knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories about each dish and the history of the area, making the experience both educational and entertaining. Small Group Setting: With a limited number of participants, you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience, allowing for deeper connections and interactions. Cultural Insights: Beyond food, gain insights into local customs, traditions, and the bustling lifestyle of Hanoi, enriching your overall travel experience.

Explore the meandering back streets of Hanoi on a cool Vespa without the risk of getting lost when you go with a guide. Pass many of the capital’s landmarks and find places you might otherwise miss. Stop to try delicious local cuisine along the way. Choose between morning, afternoon, and evening tours. Tours can be made private on request; otherwise, there’ll be a maximum of just six participants.