Northern Vietnam Adventure in 12 Days

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An ideal Northern Vietnam Adventure In 12 Days can satisfy the thirst of explorers. After leisure in a great convenient city, head to the far north of Vietnam, where the off-beat locations are awaiting their real soulmates. Travelers are in with a chance to savor an authentic life of ethnic minorities. Trekking, hiking, spectacular mountains, shark tooth peak...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Get off the beaten paths to explore the lush green mountains of Northern Vietnam.
    • Explore the colorful ethnic markets.
    • Be amazed by limestone ridged mountains rising in pyramidal shapes.
    • Discover the enchanting land with pristine and majestic natural settings and unique cultural places.
    • Enjoy an overnight cruise in the most magnificent bay in one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites.
    • Take a boat trip through the caves in Ninh Binh.

What's this trip about?

    An ideal Northern Vietnam Adventure In 12 Days can satisfy the thirst of explorers. After leisure in a great convenient city, head to the far north of Vietnam, where the off-beat locations are awaiting their real soulmates. Travelers are in with a chance to savor an authentic life of ethnic minorities. Trekking, hiking, spectacular mountains, shark tooth peaks, canyons, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, valleys, and caves are well worth it for adventurers, who are dreaming about an unaccustomed way of exploration. Back to Hanoi, the heart of culture in Vietnam, you will smoothly flow with a boat trip in inland heaven - Ninh Binh, and a cruise journey to one of seven new wonders of the world - Ha Long bay as a move bringing back to your real modern life.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHanoi
End CityHanoi

Travel Themes

  • High Adventure
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Vietnam

Attractions

  • Ba Be
  • Bac Ha
  • Bao Lac
  • Dong Van
  • Ha Giang
  • Ha Long Bay
  • Hanoi
  • Ninh Binh
  • Sapa

Activities

  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Accommodation shared in double/twin/triple room
    • Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services
    • Bus between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay (2-ways)
    • All transportation mentioned in the itinerary
    • Experienced English speaking guide
    • Meals as per program (B=breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
    • All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary
    • Tissues and water on coach
    • Service charges and government tax
    • 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
    • Vietnam Visa letter approval

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 Welcome to Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2 Hanoi - Travel To Bac Ha - Trekking To Ta Van (B/L)

In the morning, travel by private car from Hanoi towards Bac Ha in the Sapa region. The drive will take approximately 5 hours. Press on along the winding road before taking your first glimpse of Bac Ha village, sitting in a valley with cleared hillsides and rustic far...

Day 3 Bac Ha Village - Explore the Ethnic Market (B/L)

After breakfast at your homestay, visit the Bac Ha fairground market. This is a great place to pick up locally dyed fabrics, hemp plants, and handmade textiles. Depending on the availability, you can witness the extraordinary atmosphere of the ethnic markets around th...

Day 4 Bac Ha - Travel To Ha Giang (B)

In the morning, take a long drive to the Ha Giang province. This is a highland region of forests and terraced rice and corn paddies, with the mountains of Heaven’s Gate (Quan Ba pass) soaring in the background. The Ha Giang province also shares a border with southern ...

Day 5 Ha Giang - Travel To Dong Van (B)

Today, leave for the first of many scenic mountain drives throughout Ha Giang province. Stop to browse Minh Tao Market before wandering through the village of Nam Luong. Afterwards, pass through Lung Tam textile village and the Vuong Family Palace in Sa Phin commune, ...

Day 6 Exploring The Beautiful Ma Pi Leng Pass - Meo Vac - Bao Lac (B/L)

This morning, we take the most spectacular road in all of Vietnam, which winds for 15 km to the top of the Ma Pi Leng Pass, a hulk of desert peaks and unique canyons in the world. We then descend on Meo Vac for lunch. Visit the Meo Vac market before setting off on a t...

Day 7 Bao Lac - Ba Be Lake (B/L)

Today you will travel to Ba Be Lake (approximately 4 hours). Once there, head down the river by boat on an exploration of Ba Be National Park, visiting the largest natural lake in Vietnam. Disembark for some light walks along the way, visit the impressive waterfalls t...

Day 8 Ba Be - Back To Hanoi (B)

After breakfast, have a boat trip to explore the lake and the Nang river to the Dau Dang waterfalls. Stroll around to admire the waterfall, then embark on the boat to go up the river and cross the lake from north to south. Then head back to your homestay and get ready to transfer to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 9 Immerse Yourself Into The Beauty of Ninh Binh (B/L)

Today you will experience the ancient culture and history of Vietnam together with seeing the stunning landscape and beautiful scenery when we travel to the Ninh Binh Province. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel around 7:30-8:00 am and depart to Ninh Binh. Th...

Day 10 Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Overnight On Cruise

In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival at the pier, you w...

Day 11 Cruising in Ha long Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)

Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awake your mind and muscles.

Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites. After your ex...

Day 12 Time To Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home. Trip Ends.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,421
Price per day$118
Last Updated: 11/23/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Founded in 2011, Realistic Asia is a full-service tour operator with a head office in Vietnam and is well-known for organizing memorable trips with unique and authentic experiences in South East Asia. We are locals and true experts in our destinations. With our local knowledge, we are proud to provide an excellent service and a wide range of activities from a leisure beach break to trekking adventure in jungles.

Customer service and the personal touch, Planning unique custom trips, Unique local knowledge and expertise about your destinations

Local knowledge, personalized service, well-balanced itineraries utmost care, unforgettable experience, passionate team

We are focusing in showing our travelers the destination from different perspectives through  exploring the famous place in a different way, meeting with interesting people and offering hands-on experience.

Why we love this operator
They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.
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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and departure taxes
    • Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
    • Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned)
    • Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec and 21 Jan (Tet)
    • Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Tet holiday in Vietnam) if applicable
    • Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am – 05:00 am
    • Visa stamping fee on arrival at the airport (Vietnam: $25/person)
    • Services not mentioned above
    • Travel insurance

Accommodation

,Accommodation is shared in double/twin/triple room Check-in time: 14:00; check out time:12:00
Cancellation policy

The cancellation fee will be calculated as follows:

  • 31 days and more before departure: 10% of the full payment + airfare cancellation fees (if any).
  • 15-30 days before departure: 30% of the full payment + airfare cancellation fees (if any).
  • 14 days and less before departure: 100% of the full payment.
  • No-show travelers will be charged 100% of the full payment.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

11 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches and 1 Dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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