You plan 7 days to travel through the North of Vietnam, why not? We believe this itinerary will help you in your journey. Stay tuned for the journey we’ve organized as as follows
As you step off the airplane at Noi Bai International Airport, our warm- hearted staff will be there to hail you at the baggage claim area. Look for the sign adorned with our distinctive Faithful Travels and your name on it. We will take care of your comfortable transfer to your hotel while furnishing a brief overview of the city. The remainder of the day is yours to settle in, unpack, and explore at your rest.
Hanoi, Vietnam's capital city, has a population of seven million people. Immerse yourself in its traditional fineness, featuring French colonial buildings, tree- lined streets, mirror-like lakes, and the vibrant Old Quarter. Observe locals rehearsing Tai Chi by the lake, and savor the sights and sounds of local traders and food merchandisers conducting the sidewalk.
Begin your day with a pleasurable breakfast at your hotel, followed by a volley from your friendly and helpful tour guide. Hanoi, with over 1,000 times of history, offers a treasure trove of artistic and historic spots to explore. You will visit the assessing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the delicate One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Temple, and the Quan Thanh Pagoda.
After a satisfying lunch, you can choose to explore the Temple of Literature, where one of the most iconic symbols of Vietnam is waiting for your discovery. Otherwise, you may conclude to visit Hoa Lo Prison or the Art - Women and History Gallery before passing the charm of Railway Street. Complete your mixtape of the day with a unique artistic performance at the water puppet theater, an enchanting traditional art representing the lifestyle in northern Vietnam.
Your trip into Pu Luong Nature Reserve begins with a captivating road trip through a stirring mountain pass, offering panoramic views of the entire vale. You will arrive at your accommodation in time for a tasteful lunch, followed by break time to explore the retreat's stunning surroundings with majestic panoramic lookouts and a serene atmosphere.
In the afternoon, a transfer takes you to a position roughly 12 km from the retreat, where your alluring walk begins. You will cross a suspense ground over the Cham River and also follow the swash's course, with the geography unfolding before your eyes. Wander from village to village, uncovering remarkable water bus that play a vital part in moving water from the swash through handcrafted bamboo courses, using ingenious constructions of all sizes.
Your trip leads to Chieng Lau village, where you can take a moment to relax and delight the tranquil streamside decor . Subsequently, you will walk to the main road and be transferred back to Pu Luong Retreat for a pleasurable regale.
Embrace the opportunity to immerse yourself in village life as you interact with locals abiding in the hills above the retreat. Gain perceptivity into diurnal life, perambulating amidst cropland and rice fields, and discover the art of casting various fabrics. Lunch will be served at the Lodge.
In the afternoon, send a farewell to Pu Luong and set out for Ninh Binh. Upon your appearance, check into your hotel and relax.
Dive deeper into Vietnam's history with a day visit to vivid Ninh Binh. Explore ancient spots as well as a comforting sampan voyage through ' Halong Bay on Land'.
Begin your day with a tasteful breakfast at the hotel. We will depart from Hanoi to Hoa Lu- Tam Coc, where you will be treated to witching pastoral decor along the way.
Join the locals for an in- depth disquisition of the remains of Vietnam’s first capital. Learn about the Dinh( 968- 980) and Le(980-1009) Dynasties and about the history of the point. See ancient sepultures and the remains of the formerly- assessing Citadel.
For those feeling audacious and fit, there is an option to embark on a half- hour journey up one of the near limestone karst hills, furnishing a satisfying panoramic view. Subsequently, we'll take a trip to Tam Coc, located about 10 kilometers from Hoa Lu, and enjoy lunch at an original eatery.
Following lunch, you will witness the alluring Tam Coc by boarding a bamboo boat rowed by original experts along the Hoang Long River. Explore the mystical" Three grottoes," which give a stimulating break from the sun. The trip takes roughly two hours, offering casts of original fishers, seaside village life, and the iconic limestone karst conformations.
For the further audacity, you can climb to Bich Dong Pagoda, nestled on Ngu Nhac Mountain and dating back to 1428. Comprising three structures( Ha, Trung, and Thuong Pagodas), the abbey's ascent offers stirring views. Return by sampan to Tam Coc city before heading back to Hanoi, where you will arrive in the late autumn.
Our trip embarks from Hanoi where we'll pick you up for a scenic drive through the green geographies of the Red River Delta. Our destination is the world- prominent UNESCO World Heritage point, Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay. Then, you will embark on a luxurious voyage for an alluring late voyage.
As you relax on board, you will be charmed by the stirring limestone karst that majestically crop from the azure waters, girdled by thousands of jungle- sheathe islets putatively suspended on the gentle swells. The turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin conceal retired caves and ancient grottoes , creating a dateless and mesmerizing world.
Enjoy a succulent seafood lunch with stirring views and a stimulating drink. Our coming destination is a fascinating fishing village, where locals have ingeniously turned their boats into a floating community. Meet fishers, explore a stunning lagoon by kayak or rowboat, and decompress on a sundeck as the sun sets. Spend a pleasurable late stay on board!
Begin your day with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck, set against the early morning mist, or simply savor the beauty of the daylight over the azure waters. Choose between an excursion to an isolated islet with a flaxen sand for a stimulating syncope or join the cook for a cuisine demonstration to claw deeper into Vietnamese cuisine. As your junk gracefully sails through Halong Bay, passing islands and grottoes , enjoy a tasty brunch.
Upon disembarkation, your motorist will meet you and transfer you to Noi Bai Airport for your evening flight home. Or we can return you to Hanoi if your flight is listed for the following day, with a chill out night at a Hanoi hotel. This concludes your memorable tour with Faithful Travels. Thank you for traveling with us, and we look forward to drinking you again in the future!
