Top Northern Vietnam Walking Tours - page 9

Sapa Valley Trek was formerly known as Highland Harmony Trek, the name used in many of our earlier guest reviews. The experience remains the same: a carefully planned journey through Muong Hoa Valley, one of Sapa’s most scenic and culturally rich areas. The trek begins with a peaceful descent into Y Linh Ho, continues through Lao Chai, and ends in the quiet village of Ta Van. Along the way, travelers pass rice terraces, mountain views, forest paths, and riverside trails. A locally prepared lunch offers a taste of H’mong hospitality and gives guests a chance to experience village life in a natural, respectful way. Led by local guides, this trek offers meaningful insight into the culture, farming traditions, and daily life of the Black H’mong and Giay communities. It is ideal for travelers who want more than just scenery.

Overnight cruises on Ha Long Bay are popular with travelers who want to experience the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, but there’s no need to miss out just because you don’t have multiple days to spare. This full-day cruise around the Bay is a good fit for travelers on a tight schedule. Get picked up from Hanoi and returned to the city on the same day. In between, cruise around sights like the otherworldly Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave and savor the views from the peak of Titop Island.

Experienced Experts. Always try the best when we are your foodie guide, we know every alley and understand ever smallest corner of smallest street. And all over, we do love Hanoi cuisine and always wanted to show the world our love.

With its unique location at the crossroads of East and West and abundant natural resources, Vietnam has long been a focal point of conflicts between major world powers. The country has witnessed numerous wars, most notably the Vietnam War, which involved the United States and significantly impacted 20th-century global history and the post-World War II world order. Join this journey to gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s war history and the resilience of its people. Highlights: - Vietnam National Museum of History: Explore Vietnam’s history during the French colonial period, the Vietnam War (Resistance War against the U.S). - Hoa Lo Prison: A dark prison used by the French to detain Vietnamese revolutionaries, later holding American pilots during the Vietnam War, famously nicknamed the "Hanoi Hilton Hotel" by U.S prisoners. - B-52 Victory Museum (Optional): Witness the wreckage of a B-52 bomber US with missiles used to shoot down B-52s, fighter jet... of the Vietnamese military.

Leave behind the slow-moving buses—active travelers who want to fit a lot of adventure into a single day will love this private trip to Mua Cave and beautiful Tam Coc. With your guide, you'll enjoy hiking, biking, touring by bamboo boat, and more. You'll catch great views of Vietnam's "inland Halong Bay," try local foods, and have a driver at your beck and call.

We’re Nam, Van, Lisa, and Julia—the owners of Joyful Adventures, a group of young locals who speak English fluently, each holding a Professional Tour Guide Certificate. Having called Hanoi home for over twenty years, we have a deep love for this city and all its hidden gems. Our goal is to explore the ancient 2,700-year history of the Vietnamese people, with their tradition of nation-building and defense, along with legendary stories that enrich the Vietnamese soul. To discover the everyday material life of the locals and the rich spiritual life reflected in ancestor worship, as well as the practices of visiting temples and pagodas among the Vietnamese. And to experience the fascinating blend of old Hanoi’s architecture, the mix of Eastern and Western cultures, and the fresh vibes of modern Hanoi.

Embark on a full-day adventure through the mesmerizing landscapes of Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, exploring less-touristy areas. Begin at Beo Harbor, cruising past ancient floating fishing villages and stunning limestone formations. Experience kayaking through hidden lagoons and caves like Bright and Dark Caves, with the chance to spot the endangered Cat Ba Langur. Relax with a swim and snorkel in the tranquil Ba Trai Dao Beaches, or dive into the bay from the boat deck. Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch on board, followed by a scenic cycle through Viet Hai village to experience authentic local life and a unique fish-massage. Wrap up the day with a sunset party, taking in the serene beauty of Ha Long Bay. This all-inclusive tour, with kayaking gear and a local guide, promises an unforgettable experience.

This Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour will help you to discover place which is famous with “36 guild streets” in the past time.

Discover the picturesque countryside and rolling hills of Vietnam on a one day hike in Sapa. Follow trails through forests, over hills, and down into valleys, and see hidden gem views of rice fields and terraces. Follow your guide to lesser-known parts of Sapa, and meet local villagers on the hilltops where you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

In this tour, Trekkingtoursapa’s guide will take you to visit 5 different villages of the Hmong, Giay, and Red Dao ethnic minorities. The tour will give you the chance to enjoy fantastic mountain landscapes as well as to see Sapa’s biggest river and valley. You will also see the famous rice terrace fields and learn more about the culture, customs, and traditions of the three main different ethnic minorities in Sapa. Our tour guide will also introduce you to Hmong’s unique marriage traditions, rice fields, work and house building techniques, and much more! Note: If you book a tour for many people, we will have a discount

1. A good chance to admire Hanoi Old Quarter of long history of 2000 years history. 2. Pass by French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and traditional pagodas and temples that date back hundreds of years. 3. Hanoi city sightseeing private tour led by an experienced tour guide. You can see as all highlights of Hanoi City recommended by guidebooks. 4. With your limited time, you can explore most of highlights and hidden things; all hidden corners of beautiful Hanoi. 5. Get a feel of Hanoi's local culture while seeing the city's highlights and mingling with the locals on this private tour. 6. Participate in this comprehensive tour of the city and enjoy the comfort of free hotel pick-up and drop off. 7. Departure time will be flexible because this is a private tour. Thus you will feel very relaxed and leave worries of lateness behind.

With so much to see and do in Hanoi, it can feel overwhelming to capture it all on camera. This half-day photography tour provides an insider’s look at the Vietnamese capital while you walk through the Old Quarter and several markets with a personal guide. Learn portrait and landscape photography trips and finish with a professional editing session.

The serene and secret landscapes around Mu Cang Chai are best discovered with an indigenous guide who can connect you to locals. Go deep into Hmong culture in just half a day on this small-group experience, with 2-way transfers from your La Pan Tan area accommodation. You’ll have a choice of routes, one via Raspberry Hill, the second via a popular rice field: Both include lunch at a homestay.

The Hanoi war sites walking tour will lead you Revolution Museum, French Quarter, and Hoa Lo Prison to help you discover the history of Vietnam’s modern wars.

- Hidden Gems: Visiting obscure, non-touristy coffee shops in narrow alleys that preserve Hanoi’s old-world charm. - Cultural Storytelling: Each stop tells a story about Hanoi’s history, from Chinese and French colonial influences to modern resilience. - Sensory Experience: The aroma of robusta beans, the clink of coffee cups, the chatter of locals, and the visual contrast of bustling streets vs. quiet alleys. - Slow Travel: Emphasizing a break from Hanoi’s chaotic pace to savor the moment and connect with the city’s soul. - Interactive Elements: Learning to make Vietnamese egg coffee, hearing personal stories from café owners, or tasting regional coffee variations.

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and also a city rich in cultural and historical values. You can choose a half-day tour in Hanoi starting in the morning or afternoon. You will visit the highlights in Hanoi such as Hanoi Old Quarter, Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, and Tran Quoc Pagoda, ancient house, Hoa Lo prison, . Enjoying egg coffee at train street and watching the train pass by in the Old Quarter, this unique spot features a railway close to homes.

Spend three hours strolling the French Quarter during a private excursion that includes major landmarks in the Vietnamese capital. Your walking tour takes in the charm of Hoan Kiem Lake and French colonial buildings such as the Sofitel Metropole Legend Hotel and Hanoi Opera House. View government buildings, the National Museum of Vietnamese History and Museum of the Vietnamese Revolution. You’ll enjoy ‘pho’ (beef noodle soup) and have time for a stop at a sidewalk cafe or for Trang Tien ice cream.

Bau's trekking tours offer an authentic and immersive experience of the local Hmong culture and traditions, led by an experienced local Hmong tour guide who specializes in unique and adventurous tours.

See the best that Vietnam has to offer in a comprehensive 15-day tour of the country. Visit major cities across the country with the ability to adjust the itinerary to your interests when you book. The all-inclusive tour covers all expenses, including accommodation, meals, transportation, entry fees, and hotel pickup, letting you relax and enjoy your travels instead of planning every detail.

Experience the UNESCO-listed wonders of Halong Bay on this full-day tour from Hanoi. This cruise itinerary is full of photo opportunities, including Fighting Cocks and Incense Burner islands, Surprising Cave, and Titov Island, where you can head ashore to swim or hike to the mountain viewpoints. A delicious Vietnamese-style lunch is also served on-board.

With 4 years of experience as a super host from Airbnb as well as organizing trekking tours of villages in Sapa. realizing the needs and desires of many tourists for village visits by walking, to be closer to small villages, close to nature and have a deeper experience of the indigenous culture of ethnic minorities living in Sapa The most traveled in just one day of trekking and the only one in Sapa. We did the all in one program - Trekking and cooking class. It is a scenic walking program to go to places where there is almost no presence of concrete, places that we would almost not be able to see without a walking program. Combined with a cooking class for about 2-3 hours, with experience in homestay and has researched very Vietnamese and popular dishes over 4 years of working on Airbnb to introduce to everyone in just one lunch. To ensure that everyone's teeth are not only delicious. but also learn more about how to make a complete Vietnamese meal and now we will begin the Journey

Visit three top sites in Ninh Binh on this full-day guided group tour from Hanoi with hotel pickup. Learn about Vietnamese history in Hoa Lu, the ancient capital. Enjoy a boat ride through the limestone karst and cave landscape of UNESCO-listed Trang An. Climb nearly 500 steps to the top of Mua Cave for sweeping views before returning to Hanoi. Entrance fees and boat ride extra; lunch is included.

Cuc Phuong National Park is the first unit of nature reserve in Vietnam. It is a tropical rainny forest, fauna and flora is extremely rich and diverse. Take this day trip Cuc Phuong to explore the beauty of nature by visiting the dense, grass jungle valley, seeing the giant ancient tree and various fauna and flora… Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of Vietnam’s largest nature reserve without anyone else to distract you on this private tour of Cúc Phương National Park. Get to know the langurs and monkeys at the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, and spend the afternoon hiking into the heart of the jungle itself, surrounded by colorful plants and the melodies of native birds. Learn more about the conservation efforts at the park from your private guide Stop for lunch at a local restaurant, with vegetarian options available

Explore the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay the stress-free way with this overnight cruise package. Beat travel anxiety and planning overwhelm with this all-inclusive option that includes pickup and drop-off from your Hanoi hotel, private cabin, meals, entertainment, and more. Choose from 2-different itineraries, Halong Bay and nearby La Han Bay, as well as cabin options to suit your interests and vacation budget.