Northern Vietnam contains some of the most spectacular nature anywhere in Southeast Asia, and indeed the world as a whole. From roaring Ban Gioc Waterfall to serene Ba Be Lake and stunning Ha Long Bay, this part of Vietnam has it all, and on our 5 day tour of the region you will get to see all these sights and more.
On this private tour, you can enjoy the crystal waters and white sandy beaches of Lan Ha Bay, which makes up part of the sublime Cat Ba National Park marine ecosystem. You will the tour with a cruise on Lan Ha Bay, exploring caves and islands, complete with an overnight on board. The second night is spent in a tranquil resort on Nam Cat Island.
Borneo orangutan tour is one of our best-selling travel destinations, and for good reason. Embark on this 3-day magical rainforest adventure to get up close to orangutans and experience the rainforest from a local houseboat! Visit any time of the year, dry or wet season. You will find different natural beauty in all seasons.
Spend 2 nights on board a local houseboat, a traditional wood klotok, which will be the main form of transportation. From the upper deck, you can view the rainforest as it glides by, and perhaps birds, proboscis monkeys, and crocodiles at the riverside. Wake up at dawn to the “morning concert ” of tropical rainforest creatures!
In Tanjung Puting National Park, we’ll visit rehabilitated and rescued orangutans, and explore the diversity of flora and fauna in the rainforest. Look for pheasants, snakes (including the three species of flying snakes), sun bears, and more than 600 species of birds including the magnificent hornbill. Borneo also has lots of exclusive plants that you can not find anywhere else, such as black orchids, carnivorous pitcher plants, 70-meter trees that are known as the hardest wood in the rainforest, and many more.
This tour is more than simply bringing visitors to see orangutans. In addition to experiencing the lush rainforest of central Kalimantan, visitors can also take part in keeping the home of orangutans safe. Orangutans are endangered species, with declining populations due to loss of habitat. Your adventure in Tanjung Puting, safely, helps to raise awareness about the threats these magnificent creatures are facing.
Explore this beautiful natural lake located in Ba Be National Park, where the dramatic landscape is complimented by the small ethnic minority villages dotted along the shore. This beautiful national park in the northern province of Bac Kan features a sprawling lake which has the distinction of being Vietnam’s largest freshwater lake. You will also visit the largest waterfall in Vietnam, and 4th largest frontier-waterfall in the world, Ban Gioc Waterfall. These stunning falls consist of an impressive 300-meter span with one end in China, and the other in Vietnam.
This excursion will take you to from the karst-studded Lan Ha Bay to the stunning Cat Ba Island and finally to the natural haven of Ba Be National Park. As well as taking in some of the most incredible areas in the north of Vietnam, this action-packed trip is full of unforgettable experiences: cruising on a traditional wooden sailboat, hiking through a pristine forest, staying with the local families, discovering cave system and kayaking.
The Mekong Delta, with its meandering waterways and flourishing daily life, is a place not to be missed. Riverbanks are laden with coconut palms, rice fields, orchards, and stilted houses. The water is teeming with boats of all shapes and sizes and the Mekong comes alive as you navigate past fishing boats, cargo vessels and even floating houses.
This Vietnam adventure tour will take you from the vast lakes and chalky karsts of Ba Be National Park to the wild and rugged landscapes of Cao Bang to visit the spectacular Ban Gioc waterfall. You will be travelling through remote areas in Northern Vietnam, brushing along the Chinese border and staying with local families to learn about and experience the unique cultures and customs of rural Vietnam.
The signature hike of Ba Be National Park threads its way along the spine of the Pia Booc Range, traversing passes, alpine lakes, and featuring intimate glimpses of iconic craggy summits. You will get to experience boating on the river, hiking through the forest, staying with two different ethnic families, cooking traditional food, trekking in the mountains, kayaking in the lake, and visiting a local school. This is without a doubt a trip filled with action and excitement that lets you enjoy both natural beauty and authentic experiences meeting local people.
FIRST DAY
7:45 - 08:15: Pick up customer from Hanoi hotel, if use our transportation service
12:15: Embark at Tuan Chau Marina pier (Tuan Chau island, Halong city). Enjoy complimentary drink at Gray Line private lounge.
12:30: Transfer to Gray Line Halong Cruise by tender. Welcome drink, followed by cruise briefings. Check in your cabins.
13:00: Enjoy a great set lunch. Relax on sundeck and grab the unparalleled scenery of Halong Bay while cruising ahead to the Bay. Cruise through Hoa Cuong fish farm, have a look, among of thousand islands, islet of Halong bay.
14:20: Arrive at Me Cung (Maze) Cave. Join tour with guide to explore the cave. Climb up several rugged stone stairs to see a great lake considered as a royal garden and surrounded by mountains. Its water is blue all year round.
16:15: Back to the cruise and head to Bright Cave - a very beautiful lagoon belongs to Lan Ha bay, Cat Ba Island. Forget about the distance of geography, the cave now introduced by Gray Line Cruise. Visit some tunnel caves by Kayak or bamboo boat (sampan). Time to admire the beauty and amazing islet’s stalactites in detail.
16:45 - 17:30: Enjoy swimming around the cruise ( upon weather condition). Relax on the sundeck. Enjoy fantastic views and take stunning pictures of gleaming sunsets.
18:30: Join Cooking demonstration on the sundeck. Learn how to make the fresh/fried spring rolls and mix fish-sauce. Enjoy sunset party with coctails and seasonal fruites.
19:30: Enjoy the dinner with BBQ dishes that served with a variety of Vietnamese and Western foods.
21:00: Evening activities: watching film at the outdoor bar, playing board and Card games; squid fishing on boat. Enjoy squid cooked after fishing, if any.
22:00: Overnight at the quietest sleeping area. End of Day 1.
SECOND DAY
06:30: Tai Chi class on Sundeckn dawn greeting.
07:30: Have breakfast with Coffee, tea and bakeries on board.
08:30: Transfer to Gray Line sightseeing boat, depart to Lan Ha bay, Cat Ba island.
10:00 - 12:00: Arrive at Viet Hai pier – take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel. Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit a ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo…you will have chance to see the local life on a valley of local people, talk to them.
12:00 - 13:00: Cycle back to Viet Hai pier. Back to Cruise. Lunch served on board.
14:00 - 16:00: Kayaking at Three-Peach Islet – an ideal place with light wind and gentle wave, emerald pure water and none-touristic feeling. Swimming on the beach (upon weather and tide condition), you with sun, sea and sky only.
17:30: Cruise back to anchorage area.
18:00: Relax and enjoy sunset on the Sundeck.
18:30: Join Cooking demonstration on the sundeck. Learn how to make the fresh/fried spring rolls and mix fish-sauce.
19:30: Enjoy the dinner with BBQ dishes that served with a variety of Vietnamese and Western foods, that also be different to the first night.
21:00: Evening activities: watching film at the outdoor bar, playing board games and card; squid fishing on boat. Enjoy dishes from squid cooked after fishing.
22:00: Overnight at the quietest sleeping area. End of Day 2.
THIRD DAY
6:30: Tai Chi class on the Sundeck, dawn greeting.
07:30: Have breakfast with Coffee, tea and bakeries on board.
08:30: Arrive at Gray Line exclusive floating house, Rang Dua area – one of few existing houses left after the regulation of Management to relocate the traditional floating village to main land.
Spend about 1 hour to experience how different life is compared to mainland. Learn about their foods, how they earn a living, their children, their culture and their private fish farm.
Just for Gray Line customer only.
09:30 - 10:30: Check out cabin. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room to enjoy the bay scenery on the way back to Tuan Chau pier. Farewell Lunch served on board.
11:45: Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina. Relax at Gray Line private lounge. Transfer back to Hanoi. End of Halong bay overnight cruise 3 days 2 nights.
Embark on a 4-day adventure from Bangkok, delving into the haunting history of the Thai-Burma Railway Centre and paying respects at the Allied War Cemetery. Enjoy serene long-tailed boat rides, immerse in the culture of the Mon Tribal village, and experience the poignant Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum, all culminating with a journey on the Death Railway, making this tour an unforgettable exploration of Thailand's past and cultural heritage.
PRIVATE TOUR: Experience the highlights of northern Vietnam on this 5-day journey from Hanoi. Discover the capital’s historic landmarks, including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature, and explore the Old Quarter’s bustling streets and flavoursome street food. Journey to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise among emerald waters and towering limestone karsts, with opportunities for swimming, Tai Chi, and exploring the vast Surprise Cave. Return to Hanoi to soak up its charm before your onward travels, completing a short but memorable adventure through Vietnam’s cultural heart and natural wonders.
This 3- day adventure will take you through the karst-studded waters of Lan Ha Bay to the stunning Cat Ba Island. As well as taking in some of the most incredible areas in the north of Vietnam, this action-packed trip is full of unforgettable experiences including cruising on a traditional wooden sailboat, hiking through a beautiful national park, staying with local families, discovering cave systems and kayaking. This tour takes you away from the crowded tourist areas so you get to truly enjoy the beauty of this stunning bay.
The markets in the north of Vietnam offer a cultural experience quite unlike any other. As well as seeing the amazing skill which goes into the traditional craftwork on sale, you will meet the people who made it. The joy of the marketplace is the rich cultural diversity, with people from all of the different ethnic minority groups gathering to buy, sell, barter and socialise. This tour will take you from Hanoi to visit two of the best markets in the north-east region of Vietnam.
This 3- day adventure will take you through the karst-studded waters of Lan Ha Bay to the stunning Cat Ba Island. As well as, taking in some of the most incredible areas in the north of Vietnam, this action-packed trip is full of unforgettable experiences including cruising on a traditional wooden sailboat, hiking through a beautiful national park, staying with local families, discovering caves system and kayaking. This tour takes you away from the crowded tourist areas so you really enjoy the beauty of this stunning bay.