Unlike popular visits to temples, a pilgrimage excursion to the Perfume Pagoda is a combination of religious pilgrimage, slow boat trip between poetic mountains and streams, and light climbing exercises.
ITINERARY
In the morning (exact time will be advised upon reconfirmation), you will be picked-up at your hotel and then on a comfortable A/C bus, heading West of Hanoi for about 70km. As soon as the city traffic is over, you will be passing by nicely tranquil rural villages, paddy fields with hospitable people until reaching the Yen Vy Wharf, from where we take a boat downstream to Duc Wharf and start our light climbing up to Huong Tich Grotto, a sacred place for every Northern Vietnamese. Lunch en route. The whole trip may take 08 hours until coming back to your hotel in Hanoi. February, March and June are to avoid for too bustling festive time, or for the heat of summer.
We came as a mother and daughter duo and everything went very smoothly! We didn't have to worry about transportation or hotels. I'd certainly recommend if it's your first time to the country. Halong Bay and the Cu Chi tunnels were the highlights of our trip and are a must.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-90 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Hue, My Son Sanctuary
We will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi's Old Quarter between 07:15 to 07:45 in the morning and drive you to Ninh Binh. Arrive at Trang An by 10:00 AM and spend about 2 hours exploring this natural heritage site in a small boat. Visit the limestone caves along the Sao Khe River.
Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch in the afternoon before heading out to visit a local family in Van Lam Village, located in Tam Coc. Interact with them and learn more about their tradition and daily life. Enjoy a bicycle ride around the village and see gorgeous paddy fields surrounded by limestone mountains.
Your next destination is the Bich Dong Pagoda, where you will get the chance to learn more about the history of Buddhism in Vietnam. Leave Ninh Binh at around 4:30 in the evening and drive back to Hanoi. We will drop you off at your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi.
More than 30 million Vietnamese can't be wrong – handle-bar height gives you the best view of Vietnam! On this seven-day cycling trip through the north, you’ll meet locals and experience their culture in a way that otherwise wouldn't be possible. Get started in bustling Hanoi, where you can discover the Old Quarter’s ‘36 Streets’ and fuel up on multiple banh mis, then make your way to UNESCO World Heritage site Ha Long Bay, down country lanes and through spectacular mountain scenery. You’ll stay in a traditional homestay with friendly hosts, ride through the gorgeous landscapes of Pu Luong and Cuc Phuong National Park and spend a night on serene waters under the stars.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong Nation
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong National Park, Cuc Phuong National Park, Halong Bay
Discover Halong Bay- one of UNESCO World Heritage Site on this 2-day cruise trip from Hanoi. You’ll be impressed at Vietnam's spectacular wonder. Explore the Vung Vieng floating fishing village by bamboo boat or kayak. Wallow in clear blue water or relax on the sun deck and take in the panoramic views of the magnificent Halong Bay and enjoy the magnificent sunrise and sunset views from your sun deck.
This 2-day-tour covers almost the beautiful highlights of Halong Bay and some famous fishing villages. Tourists can have a fully experience with sea kayaking, enjoy the fresh BBQ seafood and take part in other exotic activities.
We are a group of 12 from Australia. We booked this tour based on the positive reviews of the customers. We thank you for this magnificent itinerary and nice hotels, helpful guide, and driver. Thanks for all your management and stuff. A great customer experience, the speed of advice, and offers that correspond to demand. I had a great time, and I recommend it!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover the beauty of Vietnam with an immersive 15-day adventure, starting in Hanoi. Explore the lush landscapes of Sapa and Halong Bay, dig into Vietnamese culture with local culinary delights, and unravel historical treasures in Hue and Hoi An. This adventure includes thrilling activities like trekking, boat cruises, and ancient city tours. Perfect for enthusiasts seeking an authentic Vietnamese experience, this tour offers a harmonious blend of nature, history, and vibrant tradition. Embark on an unforgettable journey today!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Dalat
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Dalat, Can Tho, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang
We had an amazing time exploring Vietnam and really appreciated how well everything was arranged. The itinerary covered a lot, but we have never felt overwhelmed.
Communication was clear throughout, and we always felt looked after. Special thanks to Mie, who made everything easy behind the scenes. Having someone you can trust while traveling in a new country makes a big difference.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
I fully recommend fellow travels to trust this operator to organise your travel plans. They arranged visa, accommodation , day tours , pick up from the airport, domestic flights and car travel including 3 days and 2 nights Halong Bay cruise. Most importantly, they were contactable at every step of our trip. Everything was up to perfection which I am sure western world envy. Thanks again Minh and Danny for making our journey to beautiful Vietnam a fond remembrance to keep for ever. I could not in my wildest dream believe that such honest and trustworthy tour operators exist in this world. Thanks again.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
The capital of Vietnam (or part of it) back in the 10th & 11th centuries in Ninh Binh province, there are really only a few temples or small buildings like those left in this place about an hour and a half's drive south of Hanoi. Didn't see any statue of Buddha in the few temples there, just those of some ancient Vietnamese or Chinese deities and such. But it's really the sceneries along the way to this place and those around this place that you would go to this place for, you start to see these stand-alone mountains as you get to the vicinity of this place instead of mountains as you normally see them elsewhere (connected to one another as part of a mountain range). Tam Coc, called the "inland HaLong Bay is very beautiful. This is a 1.5 - 2 hour row boat tour on the river and through caves. Bring proper attire - it can downpour and it can be extremely hot. Bring water too.
A journey to a beauty landscape and rich culture
- 8:00 a.m: Leave the hotel at Hanoi.
- 10:30 a.m arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. In 968, Dinh Bo Linh declared himself as the King. Since then Hoa Lu existed as the capital for the next 41 years (968 – 1009), of which 12 years was under the Dinh dynasty – King Dinh Tien Hoang, the country named Dai Co Viet, and 29 years later was under the Le dynasty – King Le Dai Hanh. In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long – present day Hanoi. Hoa Lu became the old citadel. In Hoa Lu there are now 2 temples have been built on the ground of the old royal palace, one is dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang, the other is to King Le Dai Hanh. The visit offers a chance to know more about part of feudal dynasties and historical periods in Vietnamese history.
- 11:30 a.m: leave Hoa Lu to Tam Coc.
- 12.00 a.m: Arrive Tam Coc and have lunch in a local restaurant with goat meat which is famous as the local specialty.
- 1.00 p.m: 5 minute-walk to the boat station and start the 2hour-boat trip to visit Tam Coc. Known as “Halong Bay on land”, Tam Coc are three limestone caves stretching along Ngo Dong River. The boat trip is a nice journey along the river with peaceful scenery of Limestone Mountains, rice paddy and the site of some temples along the way from Hang Ca (first cave) to Hang Hai (second cave) and Hang Ba (third cave).
- 3.30 p.m: leave Tam Coc and drive back to Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi at 6:30pm. Finish unforgettable full day trip at your hotel in Hanoi!
Amazing - loved the trip so much due to the semi-structured style of it and the amount of free time provided. I was able to do everything I wanted to do on the trip and more. Lu, our CEO, was brilliant! I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to go to Vietnam.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Ship Cabin, Sleeper Train
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, Nha Trang, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Phong NHA
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Vietnam is a vibrant and beautiful place filled with a diverse spectrum of activities that you can engage in to spend your time. This is all brought in to focus by a full itinerary that makes the most of your time, and is even further enhanced by a guide that shares the intricate details of each locale that may be overlooked by someone less enmeshed in the country's culture. You also make friends from all over the world as you travel and share these wonderful experiences.
Local culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Sleeper Train, Home-stay
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Hoi An, Ninh Binh, Phong
Hanoi, Hoi An, Ninh Binh, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Hue
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18:00: Our tour guide will meet you at your hotel’s lobby and we will start walking around the narrow and crowded streets of the Old Quarter and discover nightlife in the bustling city.
We will first try a bowl of “Pho” - the most well-known beef noodle soup in Vietnam. Either way, you can choose to taste a typical specialty in the South of Vietnam named “Bun Bo Nam Bo”. Then we will drop in a local beer store on the street to enjoy the night atmosphere.
You will have a chance to sit at small chairs and drink “Bia Hoi” - a special kind of draught beer only available in Vietnam - in a big glass like a local. Enjoy it well with the delicious “Nem chua ran” - a kind of Vietnamese pork sausage; and peanut. Here you can also learn how to say “cheers” in Vietnamese style.
Afterwards, enjoy a few minutes walk to get to some bars or pubs nearby inside the busiest corner of Hanoi Old Quarter. We will provide you a list of nice pubs and bars so it will be easier for you to choose out of your favorite: either dynamic discotheques where you can shake your body with loud music and enjoy some alcoholic drinks; or the quieter pubs to have space to chat with your guide deeply about the local life here and make friends with others expats (Drinks are exclusive in the program).
22:00: Get back to your hotel to relax.