19/10/2026
ANHTRAVEL – Northern Vietnam Tour Collection
Private tours · Local culture · Nature · Adventure · Authentic experiences
1. 6 Days / 5 Nights — Northern Vietnam Highlights
Best for first-time visitors who want to discover Vietnam's most famous destinations.
Northern Vietnam Highlights: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi – Welcome to Vietnam
Airport pickup and private transfer to your hotel.
Free time to relax after your journey.
In the evening, explore Hanoi's Old Quarter, enjoy local street food, and experience the lively atmosphere around Hoan Kiem Lake.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Nature and Ancient Culture
Travel by private car to Ninh Binh.
Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam.
Take a scenic boat trip through Trang An or Tam Coc, surrounded by limestone mountains, caves, and peaceful countryside.
Visit Mua Cave and enjoy panoramic views of the rice fields and karst landscape.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 3: Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay
Travel to Ha Long Bay.
Choose between a day cruise or an overnight cruise, depending on your preference.
Discover spectacular limestone islands, emerald waters, and beautiful seascapes.
If you choose a day cruise, overnight in a hotel in Bai Chay, Ha Long.
If you choose an overnight cruise, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay on board.
Day 4: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi
If staying on the cruise, enjoy the morning scenery and activities before disembarkation.
If staying in Bai Chay, enjoy a relaxed morning by the bay.
Return to Hanoi by private car.
Evening free for shopping, cafés, or local food.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Discover Hanoi
Visit the Temple of Literature, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum area, and the One Pillar Pagoda, subject to opening hours and access.
Explore the French Quarter and Hanoi's historic streets.
Enjoy Vietnamese coffee and discover local markets.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 6: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.
End of services.
Included experiences: Private transportation, sightseeing assistance, local food recommendations, and flexible arrangements according to your interests.
Accommodation, cruise, meals, entrance tickets, and guide services can be customized in your quotation.
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2. 7 Days / 6 Nights — Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay
A relaxed classic itinerary with more time to enjoy Hanoi.
The Best of Northern Vietnam
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Airport pickup and hotel transfer.
Evening street-food experience in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi City Discovery
Visit the Temple of Literature and the Ho Chi Minh complex area.
Explore the French Quarter, local markets, and traditional streets.
Enjoy Vietnamese coffee and discover Hanoi's culinary culture.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Hanoi – Ninh Binh
Private transfer to Ninh Binh.
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
Enjoy a boat trip in Trang An or Tam Coc.
Visit Mua Cave for panoramic countryside views.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 4: Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay
Travel to Ha Long Bay.
Board an overnight cruise or join a day cruise followed by a hotel stay in Bai Chay.
Explore the bay's limestone formations and tranquil waters.
Overnight on the cruise or in Ha Long.
Day 5: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi
Enjoy the cruise's morning activities if applicable.
Return to Hanoi by private car.
Free evening to explore the city.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 6: Hanoi at Your Own Pace
Discover hidden cafés, local neighborhoods, traditional crafts, or the city's food scene.
Optional cyclo ride, cooking class, or additional cultural visits.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 7: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport. End of services.
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3. 8 Days / 7 Nights — Green Valleys & Ethnic Villages
Hanoi · Mai Chau · Pu Luong · Ninh Binh · Ha Long Bay
Off the Beaten Path: Mai Chau, Pu Luong & Northern Vietnam
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel.
Evening food tour through Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Mai Chau Valley
Drive through beautiful mountain scenery to Mai Chau.
Explore Thai ethnic villages and traditional stilt houses.
Meet local residents and learn about their daily lives and customs.
Enjoy a traditional home-cooked meal.
Overnight in Mai Chau, preferably in a local homestay.
Day 3: Mai Chau – Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Enjoy a relaxed morning in the valley.
Travel to Pu Luong through scenic mountain roads.
Visit traditional villages, terraced rice fields, and bamboo water wheels.
Take an easy guided walk through the countryside, depending on your fitness level.
Overnight in a nature lodge or homestay in Pu Luong.
Day 4: Explore Pu Luong – Ninh Binh
Enjoy a morning walk through local villages and rice terraces.
Experience rural life and photograph the beautiful landscape.
Transfer to Ninh Binh in the afternoon.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 5: Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital or enjoy a boat trip in Trang An, depending on timing.
Continue to Ha Long Bay by private car.
Board an overnight cruise or stay in a hotel in Bai Chay after a day cruise.
Overnight on the cruise or in Ha Long.
Day 6: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi
Enjoy the bay's scenery and cruise activities, if applicable.
Return to Hanoi.
Free evening.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 7: Hanoi Cultural Experiences
Explore local markets, traditional neighborhoods, and Hanoi's famous food scene.
Optional cooking class, craft village visit, or a deeper exploration of the Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 8: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
End of services.
Why international guests may love this tour: it combines famous attractions with peaceful countryside, community-based tourism, ethnic culture, and opportunities to meet local people.
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4. 9 Days / 8 Nights — Mountains, Rice Terraces & Local Life
Hanoi · Sapa · Ethnic villages · Ninh Binh · Ha Long Bay
From Hanoi to the Mountains: Sapa, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Airport pickup and hotel transfer.
Evening street-food experience.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Sapa
Travel to Sapa by private car or limousine transfer.
Enjoy spectacular mountain views along the way.
Explore Sapa town and its local market.
Overnight in Sapa.
Day 3: Sapa – Villages and Rice Terraces
Discover the Muong Hoa Valley and surrounding ethnic villages.
Enjoy a guided walk through rice terraces, mountain paths, and traditional communities.
Learn about the cultures and daily lives of local Hmong and other ethnic groups.
Overnight in Sapa or a village homestay.
Day 4: Sapa – Fansipan – Hanoi
Visit Fansipan by cable car, weather permitting, or enjoy another local village experience.
Return to Hanoi by private car or scheduled transport.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi – Ninh Binh
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
Take a scenic boat trip in Trang An or Tam Coc.
Enjoy panoramic views from Mua Cave if time and weather allow.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 6: Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay
Travel to Ha Long Bay.
Enjoy a day cruise or an overnight cruise.
Overnight on board or in a hotel in Bai Chay.
Day 7: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi
Enjoy the bay's scenery and cruise activities, if applicable.
Return to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 8: Hanoi – Local Discovery
Visit cultural landmarks, explore local neighborhoods, or enjoy a cooking class.
Free time for shopping and cafés.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 9: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
End of services.
Travel note: Sapa is a mountain destination, so this itinerary is best for guests comfortable with longer road journeys. A sleeper train or overnight bus can also be arranged, depending on their preferences.
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5. 10 Days / 9 Nights — The Great Northern Vietnam Adventure
Hanoi · Ha Giang · D**g Van · Meo Vac · Cao Bang · Ban Gioc Waterfall
This is the kind of itinerary that can help Anhtravel stand out from ordinary Hanoi–Ninh Binh–Ha Long packages. It is aimed at adventurous travelers who want dramatic landscapes and authentic cultural encounters.
Northern Vietnam Adventure: Ha Giang & Cao Bang
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel.
Explore the Old Quarter and enjoy local street food.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Ha Giang
Travel to Ha Giang through northern Vietnam's countryside.
Explore Ha Giang City and prepare for the mountain journey.
Overnight in Ha Giang.
Day 3: Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – D**g Van
Discover the Quan Ba Twin Mountains and Heaven's Gate viewpoint.
Travel through dramatic mountain passes and limestone landscapes.
Visit traditional villages and stop at scenic viewpoints.
Overnight in D**g Van.
Day 4: D**g Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac
Explore D**g Van Old Quarter and local cultural sites.
Drive along the spectacular Ma Pi Leng Pass.
Enjoy views over the Nho Que River; an optional boat trip may be possible depending on conditions.
Continue to Meo Vac.
Overnight in Meo Vac or a nearby village.
Day 5: Meo Vac – Bao Lac – Cao Bang
Travel through remote mountain scenery toward Cao Bang.
Stop at local villages and viewpoints along the route.
Overnight in Cao Bang City.
Day 6: Ban Gioc Waterfall – Nguom Ngao Cave
Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of Vietnam's most impressive natural attractions.
Explore Nguom Ngao Cave and its spectacular limestone formations.
Visit a traditional village or local craft community if time permits.
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Day 7: Cao Bang – Ba Be National Park
Travel toward Ba Be National Park.
Enjoy a boat trip on Ba Be Lake, surrounded by forested limestone mountains.
Discover local Tay communities and peaceful lakeside villages.
Overnight in a local homestay or lodge.
Day 8: Ba Be – Hanoi
Enjoy a relaxed morning in the natural surroundings.
Return to Hanoi by private car.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 9: Hanoi Cultural Discovery
Explore Hanoi's historic landmarks, local markets, and traditional food scene.
Enjoy free time for shopping or a cooking class.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 10: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
End of services.
Important: This route involves substantial mountain driving. For guests wanting a more relaxed experience, I would offer Ha Giang and Cao Bang as separate tours, or extend the combined itinerary to 11–12 days. Road conditions, weather, and travel times should be checked before confirming the final route.
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6. 7 Days / 6 Nights — Discover the Hidden Beauty of Thac Ba Lake
Hanoi · Vu Linh · Thac Ba Lake · Ninh Binh · Hanoi
Hidden Northern Vietnam: Thac Ba Lake & Local Village Life
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel.
Evening street-food experience in the Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Vu Linh – Thac Ba Lake
Travel through the countryside to Vu Linh, near Thac Ba Lake.
Enjoy the peaceful scenery of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Meet local Dao communities and discover traditional stilt houses.
Overnight in a local homestay.
Day 3: Explore Thac Ba Lake
Take a boat trip across the lake, passing forested islands and quiet bays.
Visit local villages and learn about traditional livelihoods.
Enjoy a home-cooked meal and experience rural hospitality.
Overnight in Vu Linh.
Day 4: Vu Linh – Hanoi
Enjoy a relaxed morning by the lake.
Return to Hanoi by private car.
Free evening in the capital.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi – Ninh Binh
Travel to Ninh Binh.
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and take a boat trip in Trang An or Tam Coc.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 6: Ninh Binh – Hanoi
Visit Mua Cave or enjoy a peaceful countryside cycling experience.
Return to Hanoi in the afternoon.
Enjoy your final evening in the Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 7: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
End of services.
Best for: guests who prefer slow travel, nature, local culture, photography, and less crowded destinations rather than a packed sightseeing schedule.
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7. 8 Days / 7 Nights — Mai Chau, Pu Luong & Thac Ba Lake
A deeper cultural journey for guests seeking authentic local experiences.
Authentic Northern Vietnam: Valleys, Villages & Lakes
Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi, enjoy an evening street-food tour, and stay overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Mai Chau. Explore Thai ethnic villages, rice fields, and traditional stilt houses. Overnight in Mai Chau.
Day 3: Mai Chau – Pu Luong. Enjoy scenic mountain roads, village walks, terraced fields, and bamboo water wheels. Overnight in Pu Luong.
Day 4: Pu Luong – Hanoi. Enjoy a morning walk and return to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi – Vu Linh – Thac Ba Lake. Travel into the countryside and experience a traditional village homestay. Overnight in Vu Linh.
Day 6: Explore Thac Ba Lake by boat, visit local communities, and enjoy a home-cooked meal. Overnight in Vu Linh.
Day 7: Vu Linh – Hanoi. Return to the capital and enjoy free time for shopping, cafés, or local food. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 8: Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport. End of services.
This tour is particularly attractive for guests who have already visited the famous tourist sites and want to explore a quieter, more personal side of northern Vietnam.
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8. 11 Days / 10 Nights — The Ultimate Northern Vietnam Discovery
Hanoi · Ha Giang · Cao Bang · Ba Be Lake · Hanoi
Northern Vietnam Beyond the Ordinary
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Airport pickup, hotel check-in, and an evening street-food experience.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Ha Giang
Drive through northern Vietnam's countryside.
Enjoy scenic stops along the way.
Overnight in Ha Giang.
Day 3: Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – D**g Van
Discover Heaven's Gate, Quan Ba Twin Mountains, and limestone mountain landscapes.
Visit local villages and cultural sites.
Overnight in D**g Van.
Day 4: D**g Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac
Explore D**g Van Old Quarter.
Drive along Ma Pi Leng Pass and admire the spectacular Nho Que River valley.
Optional boat trip, depending on local conditions.
Overnight in Meo Vac.
Day 5: Meo Vac – Bao Lac – Cao Bang
Travel through remote mountain landscapes and traditional communities.
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Day 6: Ban Gioc Waterfall & Nguom Ngao Cave
Explore Ban Gioc Waterfall and Nguom Ngao Cave.
Discover local village life and regional cuisine.
Overnight in Cao Bang.
Day 7: Cao Bang – Ba Be National Park
Travel to Ba Be through beautiful rural scenery.
Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the national park.
Overnight in a local homestay or lodge.
Day 8: Ba Be Lake Discovery
Take a boat trip on Ba Be Lake.
Explore caves or forest trails where conditions and timing permit.
Meet local communities and enjoy regional food.
Overnight near Ba Be Lake.
Day 9: Ba Be – Hanoi
Return to Hanoi by private car.
Enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 10: Hanoi Cultural Experiences
Explore historic landmarks, local markets, and traditional neighborhoods.
Optional cooking class or local craft experience.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 11: Departure
Private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
End of services.
This is an adventure-focused route with long mountain drives. The final itinerary should be adjusted to road conditions, weather, and the guests' preferred pace.
