5 Days Hanoi & Halong Bay Tour: Karst Landscape, Amazing Cruise & Capital City
Tight on time? Indulge in the essence of Vietnam with an unforgettable 5-day Vietnam tour centered around the vibrant city of Hanoi
🗓️ 5 Days / 4 Nights 👥 Private 🌐 English Guide ⭐ 4.78/5 (248 reviews)
Tour Highlights
✓ Tight on time? Indulge in the essence of Vietnam with an unforgettable 5-day Vietnam tour centered around the vibrant city of Hanoi
✓ This carefully crafted itinerary focuses on the vibrant city of Hanoi and the breathtaking wonder of Halong Bay
✓ Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, pulsates with history and charm
✓ Explore its bustling streets, delve into hidden alleyways, and discover ancient temples
✓ Immerse yourself in the authentic local life, soaking up the sights, sounds, and flavors that define Vietnamese culture
✓ Then, set sail on a luxurious cruise through the mystical landscape of Halong Bay
Detailed Itinerary
D1 Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Vietnam! Airport pickup and check-in. Evening Old Quarter walking food tour — try pho, bun cha, and egg coffee.
D2 Hanoi — History & Culture
Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature (Vietnam's first university), and the Ethnology Museum. Afternoon water puppet performance. Evening at a rooftop bar in the Old Quarter.
D3 Halong Bay Cruise
Depart early for Halong Bay. Board a traditional junk boat for an overnight cruise among 1,600 limestone karst islands. Kayak through hidden lagoons, explore caves, and watch sunset from the deck.
D4 Halong Bay to Hanoi to Hoi An
Sunrise tai chi on deck. Return to Hanoi and fly to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An, the lantern-lit ancient town. Evening walk through the old quarter and release a lantern on the Thu Bon River.
D5 Hoi An — Ancient Town & Cooking
Morning Hoi An Ancient Town tour: Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky House, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall. Afternoon Vietnamese cooking class — learn to make pho, spring rolls, and banh xeo. Evening at the night market.
What's Included & Excluded
✅ Included
- ✓ Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- ✓ Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓ All transportation per itinerary
- ✓ Entrance fees to listed attractions
- ✓ Airport transfers on arrival and departure
❌ Excluded
- ✗ International flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Personal expenses and tips
- ✗ Visa fees (if applicable)