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4 nights / 5 days · Vietnam

Hanoi & Halong Bay

A compact northern Vietnam journey combining Hanoi’s street life and heritage with a carefully selected Halong Bay cruise experience.

Traditional cruise boats among limestone karsts in Halong Bay, Vietnam
Photo: David Tennent (Dtennent). Source and licence
Duration
4 nights / 5 days
Destination
Vietnam
Price
Quote only
Plan status
Sample itinerary
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Package highlights

A focused starting plan, tailored after you enquire

The route can be adjusted around your dates, departure point, traveller mix, hotel preference, and pace.

  • Hanoi neighbourhoods and heritage
  • Halong Bay cruise option
  • Balanced guided and free time
  • Practical overland transfers

Day by day

Sample itinerary

This sequence is a planning example. Final timing depends on confirmed transport, stays, activities, and local conditions.

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Hanoi

    Transfer to a centrally located hotel and leave the first evening flexible for rest or a gentle Old Quarter walk.

  2. Day 2

    Hanoi in context

    Choose a focused city programme with time for local food, neighbourhoods, and independent exploration.

  3. Day 3

    Travel to Halong Bay

    Join the confirmed transfer and cruise, with the cabin, meals, activities, and route clearly itemised.

  4. Day 4

    Cruise morning and return to Hanoi

    Complete the scheduled bay programme and return to Hanoi without adding an unnecessary evening commitment.

  5. Day 5

    Departure

    Transfer to the airport with timing based on the confirmed flight and current traffic conditions.

Potential inclusions

What your dated proposal can include

  • Hanoi hotel and Halong Bay cabin in the categories confirmed in the proposal
  • Breakfasts and cruise meals specifically listed in the dated quote
  • Airport and Hanoi–Halong transfers described in the itinerary
  • Selected Hanoi touring and cruise activities when confirmed
  • Local support for the booked services

Budget separately

Usually excluded unless stated

  • International airfare unless specifically included in the proposal
  • Vietnam visa or eVisa costs and travel insurance
  • Optional activities, drinks, tips, and services not listed
  • Early check-in, late checkout, and personal hotel expenses
This page is a sample itinerary, not a reservation or price offer. Live availability, the final total, exact inclusions and exclusions, payment terms, and supplier conditions are confirmed only in your dated proposal.

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