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Northern classic of Vietnam

Vietnam

Duration

3 N 4 D

Tour Type

International Tours

Starting From

₹ 27,151.00

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Overview

Northern Vietnam, historically the cradle of many Vietnamese dynasties, has been the heart of the country’s development and its most influential cultural and political center. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, has served as a political hub for over a thousand years, witnessing the rise and fall of various ruling dynasties such as the Ly, Tran, and Le dynasties.

The Northern Classic of Vietnam is a rich tapestry of history, culture, tradition, and natural beauty. From its architectural landmarks to its delectable cuisine and folk traditions, the northern region of Vietnam offers a deep and immersive experience of the country’s heritage. Visitors to this region can explore a blend of ancient customs with the dynamic modern culture that characterizes today’s Vietnam.

Day 1

HANOI ARRIVAL

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, welcome by our guide, and transfer to your hotel. The transfer distance is approximately 40 minutes.

Hanoi or “River-bound City” as its name means is Vietnam’s capital with a thousand-year-old history dating back to 1010. The city’s fascinating beauty which is characterized by unique cultural relics, ancient streets of antique houses, elegant French colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards, and romantic lakes has made it one of the most charming cities in Asia.

Late afternoon, visit Hoan Kiem Lake, Hoan Kiem Lake is the center point of Hanoi and home to a rare endangered giant turtle species. Its name “Returned Sword” comes from a legend of a sacred sword being lent to an ancient Vietnamese King by a holy turtle from the lake and later returned to the turtle. Shop or walk at leisure in the Old Quarter of 36 ancient streets.

Meals: No Meal

Accommodation: A hotel used in Hanoi

Day 2

HANOI – HALONG BAY

Morning, start a city tour beginning with Ho Chi Minh Complex which features the life of Ho Chi Minh, the nation’s founder. At the complex, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum where the nation’s founder’s body is preserved (closed on Monday, Friday and through October - November), the colonial Presidential Palace, originally the French Governor Office and a fine example of French architecture in Hanoi, and the rural style Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked. Stop by one of Hanoi’s icons, the One Pillar Pagoda, built in the 11th Century in dedication to Avalokiteshvara or Buddha of Compassion and reminiscent of a lotus blossom rising from a pond. Continue to the Temple of Literature, known as the first university of Vietnam built in 1070 by the Ly Dynasty to honor Confucius, sages and outstanding Vietnamese scholars.

Afternoon, transfer to Ha Long Bay which is about 160 km or 3.5 hour drive away. Moving through the countryside on the way will bring you a clear perspective of a country’s whose 80% of population live on farming. Have a quick rest stop en route before reaching Ha Long City. Check in hotel then spend time at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: A hotel used in Ha Long

Day 3

HALONG – HANOI

For Group 1-9pax: Sharing boat and Lunch at a local restaurant

Morning, breakfast at the hotel between 6-7 AM, transfer to the dock for boarding a shared boat to explore the legendary Ha Long Bay. Ha Long means Descending Dragon in Vietnamese as legend has it that a holly dragon landed down here from the sky. The bay, famous as one of the world’s wonders and heritage sites whose formation dates back 500 million years, consists of around 2,000 karst islands and islets scattered over an area of 1,553 km2. The boat will stop at Dau Go Island for you to visit Thien Cung Cave (Heaven Palace) and Dau Go Cave (Wooden Stakes). Dau Go Cave in the 13th Century was a depot to store pointed wooden stakes, which later were used by Vietnamese great military commander Tran Hung Dao to trap and puncture Mongolian naval boats in the famous battles of Bach Dang. Return to the dock, and disembark. Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch travel back to Hanoi.

Afternoon, drive back to Hanoi and shopping in Hanoi Old Quarter. Evening at leisure.

For Group 10pax up: Private boat and lunch on cruise

Morning, breakfast at the hotel between 6-7 AM, transfer to the dock for boarding a cruise boat to explore the legendary Ha Long Bay. Ha Long means Descending Dragon in Vietnamese as legend has it that a holly dragon landed down here from the sky. The bay, famous as one of the world’s wonders and heritage sites whose formation dates back 500 million years, consists of around 2,000 karst islands and islets scattered over an area of 1,553 km2. The boat will stop at Dau Go Island for you to visit Thien Cung Cave (Heaven Palace) and Dau Go Cave (Wooden Stakes). Dau Go Cave in the 13th Century was a depot to store pointed wooden stakes, which later were used by Vietnamese great military commander Tran Hung Dao to trap and puncture Mongolian naval boats in the famous battles of Bach Dang. Continue cruising while fresh seafood lunch is served on board. Return to the dock, disembark, and travel back to Hanoi.

Afternoon, drive back to Hanoi and shopping in Hanoi Old Quarter. Evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Vietnamese).

Accommodation: A hotel used in Hanoi

Day 4

HANOI DEPARTURE

Free at leisure until transfer to airport for departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Inclusion

Hotel accommodation with breakfast and based on twin or triple sharing (01pax staying in Single Room)
Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
Boat trip in Ha Long Bay (4 hours)
For Group 1- 9 pax: Sharing boat and Lunch at a local restaurant.
For Group 10 pax up Private boat and lunch on cruise
Mineral water is available as a complementary

Exclusion

Airfare (international and domestic) and airport tax
Dinks and other meals not mentioned.
Visa stamping fee at the airport (25US$ for a single visa to Vietnam, paid by cash at the airport)
Surcharge for special requests on food, and meals.
Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses
Tipping for guide and driver
Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
Compulsory dinner for Xmas and New Year's Eve: TBA

Area	First Class (3*)	Superior(4*)	Deluxe(5*)
Hanoi	Larosa Hanoi Hotel (Deluxe) OR La Dolce Vita hotel (Superior)	Thang Long Opera hotel (Superior room) OR The Q hotel (Superior)	Du Parc Hanoi hotel(Deluxe) OR Grand Vista hotel (Deluxe)
Ha Long	New Star Hotel (Superior) OR City Bay Palace Hotel (Superior)	Saigon Ha Long Hotel (Superior) OR Marina Halong hotel (Superior)	Muong Thanh Luxury hotel (Deluxe) OR Wyndham Hotel Superior Premier (Tower 2)

Terms & Conditions

The price isn’t applied for the Tet holiday (28. Jan 2025 to 02. Feb 2025) and Public Holidays
Kindly note that we do not include any meal except breakfast at the hotel. If you want to add on, please see below for a supplement.

FOC POLICY: (Not including any air ticket).

01 FOC for group minimum 16pax (15+1, 20+1 and 25+1) based on twin basic.
02 FOC for group minimum 30pax (30+2 and 35+2) based on twin sharing.

TIPPING FOR GUIDE AND DRIVER (PAID DIRECTLY TO GUIDE)

US$ 15/pax for 03-04nights itinerary
US$ 25/pax for longer itinerary (05nights above)

Children Policy

Infants below 3 years old sharing a room with parents is free of charge.
Child below 12 years old sharing the same room with 1 ADL is charged for 90%.
Child below 12 years old with an extra bed and sharing the same room with parents is charged for 65%.
Child below 12 yrs old No extra bed & sharing the same room with parents is charged 55%