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Northern Vietnam Odyssey

Northern Vietnam Odyssey

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CV16

|  Private Tour  | Duration: 07 Days

|  Pricing idea: $1,050 USD per person (based on 2 persons|

Overview

Embark on a captivating 7-day adventure through Northern Vietnam, where ancient traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and natural wonders await. Explore the bustling streets and historic landmarks of Hanoi, cruise through the limestone karsts of Halong Bay, discover the ancient wonders of Ninh Binh, and trek through the stunning rice terraces of Sapa. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Northern Vietnam's diverse cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty.


Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi - Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2: Ninh Binh Excursion - Overnight in Hanoi

Day 3: Hanoi - Sapa - Overnight in Sapa

Day 4: Sapa - Hanoi - Overnight in Hanoi

Day 5: Highlights of Hanoi - Overnight in Hanoi

Day 6: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight in Halong Bay

Day 7: Halong Bay - Departure - Goodbye!

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Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN HANOI

City of Saigon
Ben Thanh Market

Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival at Noi Bai Airport, a private driver will pick you up and take you to your hotel in the center of Hanoi. After checking in, you can relax and get familiar with the city. Take a stroll around the neighborhood or enjoy the hotel's facilities. In the evening, explore Hanoi's culinary scene, walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, or simply unwind at the hotel. Get a good night's rest to prepare for your adventures the next day.

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DAY 2: NINH BINH EXCURSION

City of Saigon
Ben Thanh Market

Departing from Hanoi at 7:30 AM, our journey southward leads to Ninh Binh province. Following National Highway No1, the scenic drive unveils the picturesque countryside with its lush rice fields and quaint villages. Arriving around 10:00 AM at Tam Coc boat operation area, embark on a 2-hour sampan ride along a tranquil river, navigating through towering limestone mountains and cavernous caves adorned with stunning stalactites. Referred to as the "Inland Halong Bay," the landscape captivates with its dramatic beauty. Afterward, indulge in local specialties for lunch at a nearby restaurant before transfering to Hang Mua for a hike of 500 steps to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain, boasting a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the karst landscape. After enjoying the view and taking photographs, get downhill and make your way back to Hanoi to finish the day!

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DAY 3: HANOI - SAPA

City of Saigon
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Early in the morning (around 7:30 AM), you'll be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi. Embark on a scenic journey to Sapa via the HW Noi Bai – Lao Cai, the longest highway in Vietnam. As you travel from the Red River Delta through the midland to Lao Cai province, soak in the picturesque landscapes. Upon reaching Sapa around noon, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, transfer to the trekking point in Sa Xéng Village, pausing along the way to capture photos of the stunning Muong Hoa Valley. Begin your afternoon trek from Hau Thao, winding along a small back road through the picturesque valley. The mostly downhill trek offers views of rice terraced fields and passes through several villages. Conclude the trek and return to Sapa town, where you'll check into your hotel for the night. Dinner is not included, giving you the freedom to explore dining options on your own.

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DAY 4: SAPA - HANOI

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After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, at 8:30 AM, you'll be picked up and driven by car to the trekking point at Y Ling Ho Village, located in the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley. Muong Hoa is renowned as the largest valley in the Sapa region, adorned with lush rice terraces and a rocky riverbed. The trek begins with a gentle slope into the valley, offering stunning views of the terraced fields, a highlight of the day. After crossing the river via a small suspension bridge, the trek continues uphill, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience with breathtaking views over the valley. Conclude the trek at Lao Chai Village, where your private vehicle awaits. As you journey back, marvel at the beauty of Muong Hoa Valley. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant along the way. In the afternoon, return to Hanoi, arriving between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.

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DAY 5: HIGHLIGHTS OF HANOI

City of Saigon
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After breakfast, you will start your day by visiting the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Uncle Ho's house on stilts to learn about the life and legacy of Vietnam's beloved leader. Next, you will visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique temple built on a single stone pillar, and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university.
After a quick lunch break, you will head to the Hoa Lo Prison, known as the "Hanoi Hilton" during the Vietnam War, to gain insight into the country's history of struggle and resistance.
Next, you will visit the Women's Museum, which showcases the important role of women in Vietnam's history and culture. You will then take a cyclo ride through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter to soak up the atmosphere and experience local life.
Your last stop of the day will be at Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple, where you can learn about the legend of the lake and its significance to the people of Hanoi. To wrap up the day, you will attend a traditional water puppet show, a unique and entertaining art form that has been a part of Vietnam's cultural heritage for centuries.

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DAY 6: HANOI - HALONG BAY

City of Saigon
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On this day of the journey, you will embark on a magical adventure to one of the world's most famous natural wonders: Halong Bay. It’s just 2 and half hours away. Around noontime, you will begin your journey to explore the breathtaking scenery of this UNESCO-listed natural heritage site, which also happens to be one of the 7 wonders of the world.
As you cruise on a luxurious yacht, you will marvel at the sight of hundreds of limestone towers emerging from the pristine blue waters of the bay. You will have the chance to participate in various exciting activities, such as kayaking, swimming, visiting limestone caves, and even squid fishing. Your meals will be served on the boat, and your comfortable cabin will provide the perfect setting for your night out on the bay. This will be a truly unforgettable experience that will conclude your Vietnam Highlights journey on a high note.

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DAY 7: HALONG BAY - DEPARTURE

City of Saigon
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An overnight cruise in Halong Bay is a unique and unforgettable experience. Be sure to catch both the sunrise and sunset, watching as the sun ascends over the Gulf of Tonkin and sets behind the picturesque islands and limestone outcrops. The blue hour, the time between dusk and darkness, is also a breathtaking sight and is believed by locals to be the most beautiful time to view the bay. Don't miss out on the sunset the day before and wake up early enough to catch the morning views from the deck.
After an early lunch, the cruise will end around 11 a.m. and you will then be driven back to Hanoi, where you will make your way onward to the airport for your international flight home.

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Traveler Reviews

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Jay M

Date of Experience: Mar 2023

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We highly recommend Custom Asia Travel for your trip to Southeast Asia! They provided a great combination of visiting historical and religious sites, temples, and also cultural connections in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia that we could have never made on our own. Our local guides were informative, and shared personal experiences that made our journey meaningful. We asked for an active trip, and Custom Asia Travel tailored our request with biking, kayaking and hiking. We enjoyed local cuisine in Laos, and were amazed by the history and significance of the temples in Cambodia, experienced via a beautiful bike tour.

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Date of Experience: Mar 2023

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We did a day trip in a Jeep in Ninh Binh with Thu, which included Trang An, Hang Mua, Bich Dong and Tam Coc. Thu was an amazing tour guide and was extremely helpful throughout the whole day, organising everything from start to finish and giving us insightful information about the things we saw, as well as life in Vietnam and it’s history more generally! The lunch was also great and the day turned out to be one of the best days of our trip! Couldn’t recommend Thu enough 😊

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Nadine

Date of Experience: Mar 2023

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We had an amazing time! Me and my friends visited the Halong/Lan Ha Bay and the Dry Halong Bay. Everything was perfectly organized & all the pick-ups were punctual. The guide and driver were very nice. The cruise ship and the eco lodge, in which we stayed, were great. The staff was very friendly and everything was clean. We can definitely recommend booking a trip with Custom Asia Travel! The organisation and contact with the company was great before, during and after the trip.

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Whitney B

Date of Experience: Dec 2022

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I cannot say enough positives about Custom Asia Travel! We visited Vietnam in December/January 2023 and had an amazing trip with our 3 teens. The itinerary exceeded our expectations! We travelled to Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and Nha Trang. We had no issues with any of our transportation around the country - our drivers and guides were always there on time (early, actually), friendly and helpful. The accommodations were excellent and our guides were fantastic (Tanh, Tanh, and Viet - they were awesome!). Every place we stayed put our rooms right next to each other, often adjoining, and the kids’ room always had two twin beds and a cot, while my husband and I had a king bed. This was perfect as our teenagers did not want to share beds, lol! The activities were super fun and appealed to all of us. So many highlights - the kids loved the rice farm tour (riding the water Buffalo elicited the biggest smile we’ve ever seen from our 16 year old!), seeing the caves in Ninh Binh, the cooking class in Hoi An, and Ha Long Bay. I really appreciated that some of our itinerary was focused on less crowded activities - a couple of the temples we saw were practically empty, allowing us to enjoy and experience these beautiful sites on our own. We did a couple of bike rides which were also highlights, such a great way to explore and see the area! Minh was available and responsive while planning the trip and while we were there. I agree with others reviews about whether she ever sleeps! She was able to coordinate our luggage getting dropped off as it did not arrive with us, and contacted one of the hotels about a ring that had been left, and arranged for us to pick it up. She was warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and so helpful. We truly had a relaxing and stress free trip because of the excellent customer service from Minh and our guides. With only having 12 days to visit we were so grateful to be able to enjoy the travel and know that Minh and her team were there if and when needed. I highly recommend using this company, you will not regret it! Now I am dreaming of how quickly we can make it back!! Thank you thank you to Minh and the team, our trip was unforgettable!

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Date of Experience: Feb 2022

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We are over 60 yers old and for eficiency we decided to organise our trips in Vietnam with a local agency. Custom Asia Travel is the wright agency. We decided to visit Hanoi, Tam Coc, Ha Long, Da Nang, Hoi An, My son Sanctuary and Ho Chi Minh City with help of this agency. The organisation and planing of the tours, the selection of the places to visit, hotels, restaurants,cars ( clean and comfortable), drivers and guides was perfect. The drivers and guides where friendly and polite. The guides ( Cường Xi,in Hanoi and Tam Coc, Tran Thanh Binh in Ho Chi Minh as also the guide in Da Nang area) where perfect. They gave us many interesting information about the visited places, organized perfect the details of the trips. The boat arrangement done by Custom Asia Travel in Ha Long Bay - Peony 1 was perfect. The prices for the offered services are fair. We kindly recommend this agency for tailor made trips.

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