The best of North 04 Days 03 Nights Group Package Tour (local group tour)

Note: This tour can be customized to meet your own needs.

Start City: Hanoi
End City: Hanoi
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Departure: On your request
Accommodation: 4-star hotel (Hanoi Rex Hotel or similar)

Discover the highlights of Northern Vietnam on this 4-day journey combining vibrant city life, cultural heritage, and spectacular natural scenery. Experience Hanoi’s local culture on a sunset Jeep tour, explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, hike to the breathtaking viewpoint at Mua Cave, and enjoy a traditional sampan boat ride through Tam Coc. Continue to Ha Long Bay for a memorable cruise among limestone islands, with cave exploration, kayaking or bamboo boating, and panoramic views from Ti Top Island.

Day 1: Hanoi – Arrival – Airport Transfer – Hanoi Sunset Jeep Tour – Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Mua Cave – Tam Coc Sampan Boat Ride – Overnight in Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave – Ti Top Island – Overnight in Hanoi
Day 4: Hanoi – Free Time – Private Airport Transfer – End of Services

Day 1 : Hanoi Arrival - Airport pickup - Transfer to hotel to check-in and drop off your luggage - Go for Hanoi Sunset Jeep Tour Half-day -  Stay overnight in Hanoi (Meals included: Dinner) - 4-star hotel (Hanoi Rex Hotel or similar)

Welcome to Hanoi - Vietnam’s capital. Today, we will pick you up at Noi Bai International airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in (check-in time at 2:00 PM). 

Hanoi Sunset Jeep tour is a fun way to experience the sights, smells and tastes of Hanoi at night. And definitely, the best way to see and learn about the real Hanoi and its authentic cuisine.

At 05:30 PM, your guide and Jeep driver will pick you up at the hotel to start the Hanoi Sunset Jeep Tour.

On the first part of the tour, explore the REAL HANOI through local backstreets, tiny alleyways, homes, schools and local markets, experiencing how locals live, work and play. Along the way, stop to taste authentic Hanoi food and drinks such as Bun Cha, Egg Coffee and Hanoi Draft Beer.

On the second part of the Jeep tour, visit some of Hanoi’s must-see places, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Tran Quoc Temple, Hanoi Train Street, the French Quarter, the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake and Hanoi Opera House. Visit Hanoi Train Street, one of the city’s most unique spots, where a railway track runs right through a narrow residential area, with local homes and cafés built just a few metres from the tracks.

At 9:00 PM, the tour ends, transfer back to your hotel. 

Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Today includes: Dinner, 4-star hotel, Jeep tour, English speaking guide, all entrance fees and tickets, private airport transfer, drinking water

Today excludes: Breakfast/lunch, other drinks, personal expenses

Day 2: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi - Drive to Ninh Binh - Visit: Hoa Lu Ancient capital + Mua Cave + Tam Coc - Drive back to your hotel in Hanoi - Stay overnight in Hanoi (Meals included: Breakfast/lunch)  - 4-star hotel (Hanoi Rex Hotel or similar)

Today, after having breakfast, your tour guide & driver will pick you up at your hotel at 7:15 or 7:30 AM for the tour. It takes a 2-hour drive to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Ninh Binh. You will spend about 50 minutes visiting 02 King Temples in Hoa Lu that are dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang of the Dinh Dynasty (968-80), and Emperor Le Dai Hanh of the Le Dynasty (980-1009). The ancient Hoa Lu Citadel (most of which has since been ruined) once covered an area of three square kilometers. The guide will explain more about the Kings' history.

Then, drive to Mua cave. Coming here, you will be leisurely hiking with 486 stone stair-steps to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain. From the peak, you will admire the majestic panoramic views of Tam Coc.

Have lunch at a local restaurant. Then board your private sampan boat for the trip along the river. For ninety minutes your private oarswoman / man will take you down the Ngo Dong River. Pass through the three caves that made Vietnam famous in the French film 'Indochine', Hang Ca, Hang Giua and Hang Cuoi. This should be the highlight of the trip. 

After the boat trip, at 5:30 PM, drive back to your hotel in Hanoi. Relax and enjoy the evening on your own. Overnight in Hanoi

Today includes: 4-star hotel, breakfast/lunch, English speaking tour guide, van/tour bus, boat tour, all entrance fees, drinking water

Today excludes: Dinner, personal expenses, other drinks

Day 3: Pick up from hotel in Hanoi - Drive to Halong Bay - Enjoy the journey on Halong Bay day cruise - Transfer back to Hanoi (Meals included: Breakfast/lunch) - 4-star hotel (Hanoi Rex Hotel or similar)

At 07:45 AM - 08:15 AM, Your journey begins with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (or meet at the Opera House). Sit back and relax as you travel to Ha Long Bay via the modern highway, passing through the peaceful countryside of Northern Vietnam. A short break will be arranged along the way.

Then, arrive at the port and step aboard Aurora Cruise - where a refreshing welcome drink awaits at around 11:30 AM. As the cruise begins to glide into the bay, the crew will introduce the day’s journey while you take in your first views of the iconic limestone karsts rising from emerald waters.

At 12:00 AM - 1:15 PM, You will enjoy a buffet lunch featuring a selection of local dishes and fresh seafood while cruising deeper into the heart of Halong Bay. The scenery unfolds like a painting - limestone islands, calm waters, and endless photo opportunities at every turn.

At around 1:30 PM, you will start exploring the bay, your afternoon is filled with the most iconic experiences: Discover the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, known for its vast chambers and stunning formations; gently glide through Luon Cave by kayak or traditional bamboo boat, surrounded by towering cliffs and lush greenery; visit Ti Top Island, where you can relax on the sandy beach or climb to the top for a breathtaking panoramic view of the bay

As the day winds down, head to the sundeck for a relaxing sunset party. Enjoy music, drinks during Happy Hour, and the golden light reflecting across the bay - a truly memorable moment as Halong reveals its most magical side.

At 5:45 PM, return to the port and begin your journey back to Hanoi, reflecting on a day filled with unforgettable landscapes and experiences.

Around 8:30 - 8:45 PM, you will arrive back at your hotel. End of your Halong Bay adventure. Stay overnight in Hanoi

Today includes: Breakfast/lunch, 4-star hotel, services on day cruise, English speaking tour guide on cruise, van/tour bus, all entrance fees + activities, drinking water

Today excludes: Dinner, other drinks, personal expenses

Day 4: Hanoi - Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport - Fly home or to your next destination - End of our services! See you next trip with Cyclo Travel & Leisure! (Meals included: Breakfast)

Today, after breakfast & check-out at the hotel, you will have free time on your own till our driver picks you up & transfers you to the airport to catch your departure flight home. End of our travel services! See you next trip!

Today includes: Breakfast, private airport transfer, drinking water.

Today excludes: Lunch/dinner,hotel, tours, other drinks, personal expenses.

+ 4-star hotels for 3 nights with daily breakfasts (Deluxe room)

+ Halong Bay Day Cruise package for 1 day cruise program

+ Van/tour bus

+ Private airport transfers (2 ways)

+ English speaking tour guides on tours

+ All entrance fees + activities + boats mentioned in the itinerary

+ All meals mentioned in the itinerary 

+ Drinking water 

+ International flights to & out of Vietnam 

+ Other meals not mentioned in the itinerary 

+ Personal expenses (laundry, drinks & alcohol…) 

+ Travel insurance 

+ Vietnam Visa