Top Hanoi Adventure Tours in 2026

• Visit important pagodas and temples, and admire the city’s lakes and parks • Learn about Vietnamese history as well as its culture • Sample delicious Vietnamese cuisine on the street just as the locals do • Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show

Spend two magnificent nights on Halong Bay during a 3-day cruise that includes relaxing on the beach at one of the Cat Ba islands. Hike at Ti Top Island with ample opportunities to kayak and swim around the shimmering waters. Marvel at stalactites and stalagmites inside Sung Sot Cave (Amazing Cave,) one of the largest caverns in the UNESCO World Heritage area. Enjoy a variety of activities included in your itinerary, such as cooking classes on board.

Hanoi Sunset Foodie Tour by Scooter Experience Hanoi like a local on this unforgettable 4.5-hour evening street food adventure. Ride as a passenger on the back of a scooter with your own experienced local guide as you explore hidden neighborhoods, authentic family-run eateries, and some of Hanoi's most iconic landmarks. Enjoy 10+ authentic food and drink tastings featuring local favorites including Bánh Cuốn, Phở Cuốn, Bánh Mì, Vietnamese coffee, fresh sugar cane juice, and Hanoi's famous Bia Hơi. Along the way, visit Train Street, Phùng Hưng Art Street, Long Bien Bridge, Truc Bach Lake, the John McCain Memorial, and beautiful West Lake before ending the evening with the official Flag Lowering Ceremony at Ba Dinh Square. This tour is the perfect combination of authentic street food, local culture, history, sightseeing, and adventure—designed for travelers who want to experience the real Hanoi beyond the tourist trail. Small groups fill quickly, so secure your spot in advance.

Don’t miss the famous Ha Long Bay on your trip to Hanoi, even if you only have one day. With hotel pickup, you’ll head straight to Tuan Chau harbor, where you’ll float between limestone towers, passing Dinh Duong Islet and more. Enjoy lunch, go kayaking, and visit the most beloved cave hiding in Ha Long Bay.

Join this small group tour that takes you through an ancient village in Hanoi where your guide will explain the legend of Co Loa, which was the first kingdom of Vietnam. You’ll visit An Duong Vuong Temple, Ngu Tri Di Quy communal house, and Mu Chau princess temple, and much more. Hear stories and anecdotes from your guide while checking out the Hanoi sights from your e-bike.

One free day in Hanoi is all you need to experience the UNESCO-protected Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba National Park. Leaving your hotel bright and early, your driver will drop you off at the coast, where you’ll hop on a boat ride directly to Monkey Island to swim, hike, and more. After lunch, you’ll go kayaking, explore hidden caves, and soak in the beauty of this emerald gem.

Don’t let your tight schedule in Hanoi get in the way of you experiencing the dramatic landscapes of Ha Long Bay. On this full-day excursion, drive from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay and spend the afternoon cruising around this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a kayak or bamboo boat out on the water, and disembark to see the stalactites, stalagmites, and caverns of Thien Cung Cave.

Discover Hanoi's hidden gems on a unique tour that blends city life, tranquil nature, and history. Explore iconic landmarks, ride through scenic Banana Island, visit the B52 wreckage in Huu Tiep Lake, and experience the vibrant Train Street. End the adventure with a delicious meal and famous Vietnamese egg coffee or mango and caramel pudding. Perfect for those seeking a mix of urban exploration and local culture!

Make the most of your time on this day trip that lets you experience several of the top attractions in the area surrounding Hanoi. Relax as you’re driven past scenic mountains and rice paddies in Tam Coc, visit old temples in Hoa Lu, and enjoy a ride on a traditional sampan bamboo boat with included hotel pickup.

This 3-day tour takes you from Hanoi to the stunning Ba Be National Park. Here you can discover Ba Be Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in Vietnam, which also features incredible biodiversity, stunning geological treasures and gorgeous primary forests. In places like this, careless tourism can bring human disturbances and endanger the local heritage and culture, while thoughtful and responsible tourism can provide excellent support to conservation projects in the area and help the economies quality of life of the local population.

Take the stress out of itinerary planning in Hanoi with this small-group sightseeing tour. Ditch the guesswork and let a guide lead you to highlights such as Tran Quoc Pagoda, One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology. This half-day tour is ideal for those with limited time. Lunch and transport are included.

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.

In remote northwestern Vietnam, Sa Pa claims some of the world’s most scenic hillsides—pristine, lush rice terraces that have been farmed for centuries by local villagers. With this tour, you won’t miss it on your visit to Hanoi, letting your guide take care of everything from accommodation to meals and activities, like hiking, visiting villages, waterfall-hunting, and more.

This is a once in a lifetime experience, that will stay with you forever. You will be accompanied by one (or more) of our expert English-speaking native local guides who have so much knowledge about Sapa, the surroundings, its' history, culture, and the different tribes. We avoid other tourist routes, enjoy Sapa & the ancient tribal culture, craftsmanship and the breath taking rice fields. Stay the night in homestays & enjoy wifi & hot showers, or stay in an authentic local house with a local family. Huddle round an open fire, with rice wine and local delights. Spend time chatting and getting to know your host family. You’ll be surprised by the wonderful effect a “back to basics” lifestyle (even for a couple of days) can have. And by booking with Sapa Tribal Trekking, you are giving back to the local H’mong guides and the local people, giving them opportunities to earn a fair wage, which in a region where 70% of the population is below the poverty line, is desperately need.

Set off from Hanoi on an exciting 2-day adventure that helps you check off multiple northern Vietnam highlights without having to organize transportation, accommodation, or an itinerary yourself. With the logistics taken care of, explore Sapa and Cat Cat Village, then ride the cable car to Fansipan Peak for spectacular views that you’d miss out on otherwise. As well as accommodation, select meals and entrance tickets are included to ensure the ultimate hassle-free trip.

Pack the same itinerary most overnight Ha Long Bay cruises follow into just a day when you book this convenient day cruise on a traditional wooden junk. You’ll visit Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot) and Titop Island, where a peak offers panoramic views, and have time for kayaking too (extra expense, now 80,000 VND per person). Includes lunch and transfers from Hanoi and Halong International Cruise Port.

Experience the scenery and local culture of Sapa on this 3-night tour with daily excursions from Hanoi. Explore Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Gian Ta Chai villages, rice terraces, and scenic hills. Soak in the beautiful landscape, meet local ethnic tribes, and get a glimpse of daily life. Your tour includes all transportation, including return sleeper trains from Hanoi, one night in a homestay, and most meals.

Travelers that want to visit Fansipan Peak without breaking the bank on a costly night train shouldn't miss this good-value, 2-day sightseeing tour by bus. After pickup at your hotel in Hanoi, head to Sapa, trek to a waterfall, and rejuvenate with an included dinner. Before heading back to Haoi, hop on a cable car to Fansipan Peak, and climb the 600 steps to the top where you can take in the stunning panoramic views and hike around.

Just because you’re short on time doesn’t mean you have to miss the beauty of Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a full-day tour to the UNESCO-listed area where you enjoy a cruise past the iconic limestone cliffs and to hidden sea caves. Enjoy activities such as kayaking, swimming, and hiking throughout the day, and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch onboard your boat.

Experience the natural beauty of northern Vietnam’s Ba Be Lake National Park on this two-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup in Hanoi, explore the lake and its surroundings—karst formations and diverse wildlife, the fishing village of Coc Toc and Hua Ma Cave, Nang River and Puong Grotto. Explore Tay culture through a home-stay with a local family and enjoy complimentary meals, accommodations.

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.

Active travelers will love hiking through the spectacular Sapa area, home to impressive terraced rice fields and tribal peoples. Travel to Sapa from Hanoi by bus and enjoy a 2-3 hour hike after your arrival. Sleep in a homestay overnight and learn more about local culture. Continue hiking along mountain trails between villages on day two, before your return trip to Hanoi.

Explore Hanoi on two wheels on this motorbike sightseeing tour. Following pickup at your Hanoi hotel, zoom through the streets as dusk falls—with helmets (and raincoats) included. Riding double with your guide at the controls, wind through alleyways and side-streets the cars and busses can’t reach. Discover top attractions like Hanoi Opera House, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and West Lake, and catch the sun setting on the horizon.

Experience the beautiful highlands of Mai Chau without grappling with public transport on this door-to-door guided tour. Spend the night in a traditional White Thai stilt home, feast on home-cooked local fare and rice wine, and watch an authentic song and dance performance. Along the way, explore the natural beauty of the region by bicycle and trekking in a group no larger than ten.