Top Northern Vietnam Day Trips - page 3

Active, adventurous travelers will love this full-day tour to the Hoa Lu Temples, Trang An Grottoes, and Mua Caves from Hanoi. Hike, bike, and climb lots of steps in the beautiful Trang An Ecotourism Complex, a UNESCO-listed site. As well as active pursuits you will enjoy eating Vietnamese food and cruising on a leisurely boat ride around dramatic Trang An. See and do a lot in a single day.

Get to Hanoi Airport the quick and easy way with this private transfer service. Your driver meets you at your hotel with your name on a sign, ensuring an efficient and stress-free process. You will then be whisked to the airport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Take the stress out of your departure and sit back and relax while your driver gets you to where you need to be.

Immerse yourself in a relaxing tour from Hanoi through three villages that are famous for their traditional crafts. Discover the arts of lacquerware, incense, and conical hat making as a driver takes you to the Chuong, Ha Thai and Quang Phu Cau villages. Learn about the local culture and craftspeople at each stop, then try your hand at lacquer painting and crafting a hat.

Go beyond just visiting a museum and get a comprehensive overview of the Vietnam War in this tour in Hanoi. You’ll get the unique opportunity to be guided by a local student as you visit historical sites like Huu Tiep Lake, the Vietnam Military History Museum, and Hoa Lo Prison.

Explore Red River Island on this small group cycling tour. Your guide will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and then take you into the countryside. Here you’ll ride through farms, floating villages, see local fisherman, green fields, and have a great feel for the Vietnamese rural culture. You’ll also be treated to snacks and water, plus have use of your bicycle and helmet for safety.

Experience majestic Ha Long Bay in one day, with round-trip transport from Hanoi via the Red River Delta. Cruise past an epic landscape of limestone pillars and tiny islets. With the all-inclusive option, you'll also enjoy a fresh seafood lunch, take a kayak or bamboo boat ride, and row to Ba Hang Cave. Upgrade for a private tour with your own personal guide and transport vehicle.

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh in just one day on this door-to-door guided tour that covers the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and the karst landscapes of Tam Coc. First, learn about the rich heritage of Hoa Lu. Then, enjoy a buffet lunch of local specialties before you cruise the Ngo Dong river through startling rock formations and ancient caves.

Ninh Binh Province is most renowned for its UNESCO-listed Trang An Landscapes, which include the ancient caves, sacred temples, and traditional villages of the Red River Delta. With this tour, visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu with its 17th-century temples, cruise around the karst caves of Tam Coc River in a traditional wooden boat, and cycle through the countryside to local villages and temples.

Any visitor to Hanoi is faced with a multitude of choices when it comes to Vietnamese cuisine. This half-day private walking tour with a foodie as your guide takes away the guesswork. Let an insider lead the way to some of the best food stands and eateries in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. You’ll observe local life while filling up on flavors that make Hanoi a culinary destination.

Enjoy the stunning natural landscapes of one of Vietnam's most scenic provinces on this day trip to Ninh Binh from Hanoi. You won't have to plan any of the logistics, and you can choose from multiple tours depending on which activities and attractions you want to include. Check off highlights such as Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital, and enjoy a boat tour in Tam Coc or Trang An.

Tour Halong Bay in luxury and style with this cruise ship experience. Your day will be packed with activities organized by your guide, so you don’t need to plan a thing. You can be active, swimming and kayaking, or lounge on the deck. You’ll have welcome drinks, lunch, a cooking class, and even a sunset party today, all for you to enjoy

Escape Hanoi for a day of sightseeing to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave on this full-day guided tour. Walk around historic Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Enjoy a local buffet lunch, then explore the caves of Tam Coc by boat and the village by bicycle. Afterwards, climb to the top of Mua Cave for sweeping views of the countryside. Standard bus transfers with air conditioning and hotel pickup are included for added comfort.

Discover the best of Hanoi like a local during this small-group motorbike tour with a woman guide. Zip through the busy streets with your tour guide and see key landmarks such as Old Quarter, the Long Bien Bridge, the Hanoi Opera House, and the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Learn about the history and culture of Vietnam from your tour guide and take away tailored tips for the rest of your trip.

Discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay on this day trip from Hanoi, ideal for visitors with limited time. Cruise around Ha Long Bay with lunch onboard, go kayaking (extra expense), explore Surprise Cave, relax on the beach on Titop Island, or hike to a vista point for sweeping views, and admire the sunset over the scenic bay before returning to Hanoi.

Explore Ninh Binh your way on this flexible day tour from Hanoi. Choose from a number of tour options, which can include Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh Pagoda, a boat tour through Trang An, a bike ride through the Tam Coc countryside, and Mua Cave. Includes a buffet lunch and transfers from Hanoi.

Over the course of a full day, you’ll get a comprehensive tour of Bai Dinh Pagoda—the largest in Southeast Asia—and the Trang An Landscape Complex, all led by a local guide. The latter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its scenic river valley of limestone karsts, a living geological ‘museum’ and a must-see for nature lovers. Lunch and a boat ride are included, along with hotel transport from Hanoi.

This half-day Hanoi Jeep tour offers a unique way to see city highlights and hidden gems. Ride in a Vietnam Army Jeep through the city's backstreets and markets, stopping at landmarks and a local café for traditional egg coffee. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter are included for convenience.

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.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay, on this day tour which includes hotel pickup and round trip transfers from Hanoi. You’ll see the limestone mountains and several islets dotting the bay, making great spots for kayaking and exploring. Hop aboard your boat and enjoy an included lunch, and maybe even make some new friends while you swim out to Titov Beach.

Combine cuisine, culture, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) all in one experience on this half-day cooking class in Hanoi. Learn to cook Vietnamese dishes in a local villa while supporting meaningful CSR programs. Visit a vibrant market, enjoy an eco-friendly setup, and benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This hands-on class offers cultural stories, fresh ingredients, and a full Vietnamese meal.

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.

Check out Hanoi’s French Quarter with a local guide, who will point out places you wouldn’t find on your own, and tell you all sorts of stories about the region’s history. You’ll keep costs down with this small group tour, but still have an intimate experience. Ice cream, tea and/or coffee are also provided along the way to keep you energized.

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.

Get out of Hanoi for the day and explore the Vietnamese countryside on an easy full-day tour to Ninh Binh. Admire the karst formations of the beautiful Mua Caves, climb to a lookout point for sweeping views of Tam Coc, cycle around the UNESCO-listed scenic landscape, and more. This active tour is ideal for travelers who like to get outdoors and experience nature.