Top Northern Vietnam Outdoor Activities

O Quy Ho Pass with 2 Beautiful Waterfalls & Muong Hoa Valley with the most beautiful terraces of 7 Villages. This motorbike tour will take you to explore stunning waterfalls, traditional villages, and majestic valleys. You will experience driving a motorbike to the destinations such as the majestic Silver Waterfall and Love Waterfall, where you can immerse yourself in the pristine atmosphere of the mountain and listen to the soothing sound of flowing water. Next along Muong Hoa valley, visit ethnic minority villages like Sin Chai, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Hau Thao, Giang Ta Chai and Su Pan, where you can discover local culture, customs, and daily life. Enjoy a traditional lunch with local dishes and visit local house interact with the friendly locals, an essential part of this journey. More specially, the tour will lead you through the breathtaking terraced rice fields of Muong Hoa Valley, where you can admire magnificent scenery and capture memorable moments of legendary Sapa.

Come ready to party on this fun-filled Halong Bay boat tour. Departing Hanoi's Old Quarter early, you’ll get a full day out on the water amongst the thousands of islands that dot the sea in this unique landscape. Enjoy kayaking and swimming at the beach, and see panoramic views from Titop Island. Local seafood lunch is fuel for a gentle trek on Titop Island, plus you can explore a massive limestone cave.

Escape the bustling streets of Hanoi and immerse yourself in the natural and cultural wonders of Ninh Binh on our day tour, featuring Trang An and Mua Cave. Craft your ideal adventure as you embrace the serenity and freedom of this captivating region. Each tour offers an exploration of nature's wonders, beginning with a journey to the historic capital of Hoa Lu, where ancient temples still stand. Additionally, you can choose from a range of peaceful activities, including a tranquil boat ride through Trang An's captivating landscapes, a serene hike to the Mua caves, and a leisurely cycling adventure amidst the picturesque surroundings.

There’s a lot to see and do in Hanoi but navigating and getting between sites of interest can be confusing for visitors. Simplify your morning or afternoon tour of Hanoi by going with a private guide and car, and see more in half a day than you could on your own. Visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Train Street, the Old Quarter, and more.

Travelers who don’t have time for an overnight cruise on Halong Bay will love this private day tour option. Departing Hanoi early in the morning, you’ll make the most of your limited time with a cruise on a traditional-style boat, a seafood lunch, and a tour of the incredible Thien Cung Grotto. Kayak or take a bamboo boat tour around a floating village to learn more about Vietnamese life.

Enjoy a luxurious 3-day cruise exploring Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, or Bai Tu Long Bay at a leisurely pace. Discover beaches, caves, scenic viewpoints, and local villages while kayaking, boating, or cycling. Onboard, enjoy cooking classes, tai chi, squid fishing, and a sunset party. Hotel pickup and all meals including an extra lunch are included for added convenience.

Enjoy a day full of sightseeing and activities without the vacation-planning overwhelm with this cruise along Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Leave all the planning and logistics to the onboard team as you spend the day relaxing and engaging with local culture. Enjoy lunch, exploring hidden grottos and pools, and a Vietnamese cookery demonstration. Perfect for travelers looking to break up their vacation with something a little more leisurely.

Skip the hassle of piecing together boats and bike rentals and savor Ninh Binh’s highlights on this guided small-group tour. Visit Hoa Lu, once Vietnam's capital, explore Mua Cave and mountain views, ride a boat through Tam Coc caves, and cycle to Bich Dong Pagoda. Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch, bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off by limousine van from Hanoi's Old Quarter with Wi-Fi and conical hats provided.

Learn to cook like a local during this lesson in Hanoi. After meeting up with an informative instructor in the historic Old Quarter, head to the city’s largest market and learn about the basics of Vietnamese cooking. Pick the best produce and spices, then cook several authentic dishes. Afterward, enjoy your creations while sipping complimentary rice wine.

Escape the bustling confines of Hanoi city, and breath the fresh air on this full-day rural Vietnam tour. With a local lunch of goat meat, fried rice and local fruits onboard, you’ll be fueled for an afternoon of action, taking in the scenery by both bamboo boat and mountain bike. See local villagers going about their daily lives as you come to appreciate a quieter slice of Vietnamese culture.

Discover the beauty of Sapa in just half a day with this flexible tour of Muong Hoa Valley and Tả Van village. Travel comfortably by van, stopping at the best viewpoints for sweeping photos of rice terraces and mountains. Instead of a long 10 km trek, enjoy an easy 2 km walk from Lao Chai to Ta Van Village, passing through the most scenic part of the valley. Learn about the culture of the Giay and H’Mong ethnic groups with your local guide, then choose one experience included in your tour: enjoy a relaxing Dao herbal foot soak at Lá Dao Spa, or sip coffee at Phansi Café, famous for its panoramic view of Muong Hoa Valley. A short, authentic, and photo-perfect journey designed for all ages

Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of Hanoi in a unique way as you explore the city in a Soviet-era GAZ-69 jeep. See a mix of city highlights and hidden gems in the capital of Vietnam and learn about the country’s history from your guide. Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening tours and enjoy a delicious street food meal.

Discover Ninh Binh on a private, flexible day tour from Hanoi, designed around your interests rather than a fixed itinerary. Choose from popular combinations including Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Bai Dinh, Bich Dong and Mua Cave, or customize your route to create the experience you want. Unlike standard tours, you have more privacy, flexibility and control over your day. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle, enjoy a relaxed pace, and spend more time at the places you prefer. You can also choose the service level that suits you — from private car and driver to a full package with a private English-speaking guide and Vietnamese lunch. For travelers who prefer nature and outdoor experiences, our Nature & Relaxation option combines Mua Cave, countryside cycling, a refreshing swim at a local homestay, lunch and a Tam Coc boat trip. Whether you want culture, spectacular landscapes, outdoor activities or a relaxed day away from Hanoi, this tour lets you experience Ninh Binh your way.

Cruise around the spectacular and unique karst landscape of Ha Long Bay on a two-day cruise from Hanoi. Stay overnight on a boat in a private cabin with a balcony and bathtub; visit caves and villages; swim and kayak in the emerald-colored waters. Enjoy cooking demonstrations and try to make your own spring rolls. Your cruise includes optional onboard cooking class, tai chi practice, squid fishing, and more activities.

This is the real street-food tour of Saigon. You’ll strap on your helmet and hit the streets by motorbike, just like the locals do, scouting the city for truly fresh flavor. Stopping in some of the city’s most diverse districts, you’ll sit down to banh mi, bun bo, banh xeo, Vietnamese barbecue, and more. Those words might not mean much now, but your tastebuds will absolutely remember them.

Cruising through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay and neighboring Lan Ha Bay is an essential experience while in Northern Vietnam, and the best way to make the most of your time is to take an overnight cruise. Admire the watery karst landscape from the comfort of your suite or other public areas of the boat. Enjoy on-board activities as well as excursions to caves and islands.

Hanoi packs over 1,000 years of layered history into a compact city center—an 11th-century Confucian university, a French colonial quarter, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, and the Old Quarter's medieval trade-guild streets. This private half-day tour links them in a customizable sequence with hotel pickup, plus stops at Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake, Train Street, and the French Quarter's Hoan Kiem Lake area.

Ha Long Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin, includes some 1,600 islands and islets, forming a spectacular seascape of limestone pillars. Because of their precipitous nature, most of the islands are uninhabited and unaffected by a human presence. The site's outstanding scenic beauty is complemented by its great biological interest.

Skip the hassle of piecing together transportation and spend three days soaking up northern Vietnam's beauty with one night in Ninh Binh and a night on a 5-star Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay cruise. See Bai Dinh Pagoda and Trang An Landscape Complex, then explore caves and islets from a balcony cabin. Package includes meals, guide, activities, and transfers; accommodation is included only for the first two nights.

Experience the attractions and landscapes of Ninh Binh your way, away from the crowds, on this private tour from Hanoi. Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi with a Private Guide and Car • All entrance fees, boat ride, and bicycle included • Complimentary Vietnamese restaurant lunch arranged for you • Customize your experience to suit your needs with this private tour Please click the booking button. We have several other options for you to choose from, such as your preferred itinerary or time.

Ninh Binh is at least a 2-hour drive from Hanoi. Enjoy plenty of personal space on this small-group guided tour by limousine bus, with hotel pickup. Start at Hoa Lu with its ancient royal temples, ride a bike around local villages, and enjoy a buffet lunch featuring Vietnamese specialties. Choose between Trang An or Tam Coc for a scenic boat ride. Finally, climb nearly 500 steps above Mua Cave for breathtaking views of Ngo Dong River.

Navigating Hanoi’s busy streets on your own can be challenging, but on this food walking tour, you just need to follow your guide to tasty spots. Although the itinerary may change, possible tastings on include rice noodle soup with beef, snails, steamed pancakes, Vietnamese sandwiches and various kinds of donuts. You’ll also enjoy lunch or dinner at a restaurant, depending on the departure time you choose.

Many travelers take an overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay but if you don’t have the time or the budget for that,enjoy cruising the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscape in one day. Opt for a transfer from Hanoi or start in Ha Long Bay. The 5-star ship is equipped with restaurants, a sundeck, and a Jacuzzi. Enjoy kayaking and caving, and refuel with a tasty buffet lunch.