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Explore untouched Northern Vietnam 8 Days 7 Nights

Explore untouched Northern Vietnam 8 Days 7 Nights

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Explore untouched Northern Vietnam 8 Days 7 Nights

8 Days Starting in Hanoi, Vietnam and ending in Hanoi

Visiting: Hanoi, Bắc Kạn, Ban Gioc Waterfalls, Hạ Long Bay

Tour operator:

Bonzer Tour

Tour code:

NRVN-8D7N

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

4 - 10

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

7-70

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion, Trekking, Walking

From:

$805

$769 Exclusive Members Discount: -$36

NB: Prices correct on 08-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

An incredible Vietnam Holiday with unique itinerary to uncover the enchanting and authentic northern Vietnam in 8 days and 7 nights. This trip is customized with Hanoi capital, the UNESCO Heritage Site Halong Bay, pristine Ba Be Lake and plunging Ban Gioc Waterfall. You can book this trip as a complete journey to northern Vietnam; and combine with other parts of Vietnam if you have more time to spares. We are always open to add on activities to other regions in Vietnam in the end of your untouched Northern Vietnam 8D7N. This trip is on SIC basic (join-in tour) with minimum departure of 4; and maximum of 10 passengers.

Highlights

Unique customized trip to delve into northern part of Vietnam with authentic experiences
Boat ride along greenish Ba Be Lake and pleasant trek to hill tribe in Ba Be National Park
Hanoi night sightseeing bus tour and walking food tour in the old quarter
Plunging and majestic Ban Gioc Waterfalls where is situated between Vietnam and China
Pleasant day cruise to the idyllic Halong Bay

Places You'll See

Halong Bay

Ban Gioc Waterfalls

Boat And Trekking On Ba Be Lake

Hanoi City

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi Arrival

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: La Dolce Vita (Superior room) or equivalent

Meals Included: No Meals, Late afternoon Hanoi street food tour

Welcome to Hanoi!
Upon your arrival, you are greeted by your tour guide and driver then drive to your hotel in Hanoi city center for check-in This afternoon, embark on a local food tour in Hanoi and enjoy the tastiest street food in Hanoi such as noodle soup, Vietnamese baguette, steamed rolls or Banh Cuon, a sweet dessert. Afterward, you will hop on a double decker bus for a 40 minute ride traversing different corners and streets in Hanoi for a glance of Hanoi City. Rest of the day will be free on your own to enjoy Hanoi nightlife or resting.

Meal included: Street food tour
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Remarks:
Standard check-in time is 14:00. Earlier check-in is based on room availability.
If your flight arrival time is different from others guests, you will be picked up by your driver (no escort guide)

Day 2 : Hanoi Sightseeing

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will see your tour guide and begin a full day exploring interesting attractions in Hanoi. Begin with the Tran Quoc Pagoda located on a peninsular on the West Lake in Hanoi. Thereupon, have a walk for 1 km along lovely Thanh Nien Road situated between the West Lake and Truc Bach Lake. At the end of the walk, you will find Ba Dinh Square and visit the Ho Chi Minh complex including the Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh in front of Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s residences, the Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda.
After lunch, you will visit the Temple of Literature, a famous and charming attraction well-known as the first university in Vietnam since 1070. Afterward, you will visit Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake which is an iconic place of Hanoi. Rest of the day will be free on your own to stroll around Hanoi Old Quarter, train street, shopping, etc.

Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Day 3 : Hanoi - Ba Be National Park

Location: Bắc Kạn

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, travel about 220 km to get to Ba Be National Park in Bac Kan Province. Upon arrival, have lunch and check in at your homestay. Enjoy a quick nap in your room before continuing our journey.
Early afternoon, we’ll first visit a local market nearby to dig deep into the culture here. Shortly afterward is a leisure trek to the picturesque Vang Village, where the Tay ethnic group resides. This trek ends at a 40-meter-fall named Silver Waterfall, which flows from the top of Khau Vang Pass and looks like a graceful white ribbon draping on the mountainous background from afar.
At dusk, go back to your homestay to recharge with a delicious home-cooked dinner. Spend the evening soaking up the natural beauty of Northern Vietnam on your own.

Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay in Ba Be Lake
Driving distance: 230km ~ 5 hours

Day 4 : Ba Be Lake – Puong Cave – Dau Dang Waterfall – Fairy Pond

Location: Bắc Kạn

Accommodation: Homestay

Accommodation Name: Local Homestay in Pac Ngoi Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, embark on a fun boat trip on Ba Be Lake – the star of Ba Be National Park. This is Vietnam’s largest natural lake with an area of 6.5 km² and approximately 200 million years of age. The boat will first transfer you to Cam Village on the other side, from where you’ll traverse through rice paddies and local houses to reach Puong Cave – another natural masterpiece of the Park with countless strange-shaped stalactites. Notably, Puong Cave is home to 23 species of bats, with tens of thousands of bats living inside the cave.
Afterward, board another boat along the Nang River to Dau Dang Waterfall – which is dubbed Ba Be’s most gorgeous fall with strong flows and an impressive length of 1,000 m. Have a hearty lunch here while admiring the majestic appeal of the white water flows.
In the afternoon, get ready to float on Ba Be Lake again. Then you’ll have the chance to explore the legendary Fairy Pond as well as some other areas of Ba Be National Park during another nice walk around the lake.
Later, come back to your homestay for another tasty dinner. Unwind and enjoy your last night in Ba Be.

Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay in Ba Be Lake

Day 5 : Ba Be – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfalls – Nguom Ngao Cave

Location: Ban Gioc Waterfalls

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Local standard hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Have breakfast at your homestay, then get on the road to Ban Gioc Waterfalls in Cao Bang Province, which lies on the international border between Vietnam and China. Along the way, you’ll have a few breaks to indulge in the natural charm of Northern Vietnam.
At noon, we’ll arrive at the Ban Gioc Waterfalls area. Stop for lunch here before the check-in process at your homestay.
Start your Cao Bang adventure by unveiling Ban Gioc Waterfalls – the world’s fourth-largest waterfall along a national border and one of the most striking destinations in Southeast Asia. Spend the whole afternoon immersed in the stunning landscape here, or continue your trip with a walk to Nguom Ngao Cave nearby – which is one of the most superb cave systems in Vietnam.
As the tour ends, head back to your homestay. Feast on authentic local dishes and enjoy a quiet evening here.

Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local standard hotel in Cao Bang
Driving distance: 206km ~ 5 hours

Day 6 : Po Tau Market – Phuc Sen Village – Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kickstart your last day with a flavorsome breakfast, then check out and head toward Po Tau Market. This is a colorful ethnic market where locals gather to trade traditional crafts, fresh food and regional delicacies. You’ll have a while here to visit several French colonial buildings around the market, walk along the bank of the Quay Son River, or hike up a hilltop for a lovely view of the largest valley in Trung Khanh District.
Next, move 40 km further to Phuc Sen Forging Village – one of the last villages to retain the traditional forging techniques of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups with about 160 forges. It’s worth mentioning that forging here has a history of over 300 years.
After lunch in a local restaurant, we’ll go back to Hanoi.

Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Driving distance: 325km ~ 6h30mins

Day 7 : Halong Bay Day Trip

Location: Hạ Long Bay

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will travel to Halong Bay, a UNESCO Natural Heritage Site in Vietnam. There, you will embark on a day-cruise and sail to the must-see Halong Bay. This world-famous bay is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Vietnam, with its giant rock islets covered in luxuriant vegetation overlooking the waters. Halong Bay includes some 1,900 islands and islets of rocky peaks, often uninhabited and unvisited. This scene creates a spectacular marine landscape. You will be served lunch and dinner aboard with excellent and freshly caught seafood from the bay. After hiking up to the huge cave and kayaking on HaLong Bay, you will get back to the shore and drive back to Hanoi.

Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Day 8 : Hanoi Departure

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Accommodation is not included for tonight

Meals Included: Breakfast

Stay at leisure on your own today. At a good time, you will see your tour guide and driver for the transfer to Noi Bai airport for your flight to the next destination.

Meal included: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
Remarks:
Hotel standard check-out time is 12:00pm.
If your flight departure time is different from others guests, you will be transfered to airport without escort tour guide (driver only).

What's Included

Accommodation

Rooms with twin/double/single basic with daily breakfast at hotel
Airport Transfers at Destination

Air-conditioned transfer
Fully Guided

English speaking tour guide services
Meals

Meals as stated in tour program
Mineral water

Two bottles of water per person each full-day tour
Boat/ cruise

Boat trip as mentioned in tour program
Hanoi night sightseeing bus tour

Hanoi night sightseeing bus tour
Hanoi Old Quarter walking food tour

Late afternoon walking food tour to taste the best street food in Hanoi

What's Not Included

International Travel

International and domestic flight tickets which subject to change upon availability
Travel Insurance

Travel insurance for the trip
Tips & Gratuities

Any tips & gratuties upon your satisfactory on services provided

Mode of Transport

Private air-conditioned transfers are included for the whole trip

Accommodation

Excellent 3-star hotels (or equivalent)
Hanoi: La Dolce Vita Hotel (Superior room)
Ba Be: Local homestay
Cao Bang: local standard hotel

Check out our Q&As

Are flights included in this tour?

International and domestic flights are not included.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes. It's a tour of culture and history that you might know other culture as well.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes. We don't stuff places in the tour program. You will have some pleasant time to wander on your own.
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

Visa arrangement and visa stamping fee are not included in the tour. Please note with us your nationality upon booking, we will advise you on visa accordingly.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes

What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

This trip is easy-level then it doesn't require much physic.
What is the tipping policy?

Tipping is not compulsory but you can give tip to tour guides, drivers, bell men, boat men if you are satisfied with services provided
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
What is the maximum group size?

10 passengers is the maximum group size.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes. The hotel names are also indicated in this tour description.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes, entrance fees are included for all activities indicated in the trip itinerary.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

excellent 3 star hotels are included on this tour. If you need an upgrade on hotel category, please let us know.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Our tour price is based on minimum group size of 4 guests. If you wish to take a private trip instead of group tour, feel free to let us know. We will revise the quotation and update you the rate for your group size.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

We will inform you 60 days prior to the departure. Free of charge for you if the number of guests is less than 4 people - minimum required number of passengeres.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Your essential travel information such as passport number, your international flight schedule, your dining request or any special request. These information are helpful to our operation work.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes. We have price for twin/double (same price) and single room. If you want to be in your own room, please select the single.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

We'll be at our most flexible to support you when you reschedule the date.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

We provide group tour with English speaking tour guides, then we welcome all guests who can travel with English speaking tour guides and interested in our curated itinerary.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

We offer private trip and group trips which can be departed daily if acquire the minimum guests. If in the case you wish to join the tour that has departed, you still can join but can cover all places included in the itinerary.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Brian Lee UK

Very unusual trip in Vietnam

03-May-2024

We book this trip joining with 3 more people and traverse to a very unique parts of Vietnam; then we fly to the south of Vietnam to see Saigon and Phu Quoc island. The nature and scenery is definitely majestic. Ban Gioc Waterfalls was stunning.

Jeff Italy

Highly recommend!

03-May-2024

Take this trip and you won't regret!!!! We love this unique designated trip. Ba Be Lake boat cruise was pleasant and very quiet. This is an off-the-beaten path of northern Vietnam.

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