Is there an option to add on flights from England (ideally Stansted or other London airport) and insurance?

Yes but it's cheaper if you book yourself.

are there any weather restriction or risk by going to Sapa?

There is no weather restriction or risk by going to Sapa. But February is Winter time and it can be cold there, maybe about 10 degrees Celsius.

Can you help us to organise a tour there? 2 Adults and 2 kids (12 and 13). We did it in Chiang Mai and having a local tour guide gave us better and cheaper hotel that booking.com or Agoda – and we had a fantastic time – cooking, rafting, trekking, temples, boat.. Can you please include: Budget hotel + breakfast, Train or bus, Camping is fine, But we want some fun activity – Happy to walk – 4 to 5 hours a day – Kayaking, cycle etc.. museum, shows etc.. Happy to be a group - but Budget is 500USD per pers for the whole trip. Can you help?

So in total you have 16 days for Vietnam this time. Do you want to spend 16 days for North Vietnam or you also want to see Center/South Vietnam?

we are interesting in a family holiday to Vietnam in April 2023. Children are aged 10 and 5. Places of interest are Hanoi, Halong Bay and Sapa. Activities of interest are overnight train, overnight cruise, kayaking and trekking. We would like a customised tour based on our dates and also as we are vegetarian.

Vegetatian foods are available for all tours above. You can visit Hanoi with 1 full day city tour, take overnight train and enjoy trekking for Sapa, then relax in Ninh Binh and on Halong Bay cruise.

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8-Day Northern Vietnam Highlights

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Start and end in Hanoi

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Tour operator was exceptional in terms of communication before and during the trip. Had an absolutely amazing time exploring Northern Vietnam and would highly recommend this tour!
Aastha, traveled in May
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Operator: Old Quarter Travel
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hanoi
Start point
Hanoi, Vietnam (We pick up customers from hotel, 08:00 - 08:30)
Accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Hanoi old quarter
Day 2
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Vietnamese cuisine at local restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda
- Explore Ho Chi Minh Complex including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, House-on-Stilts, Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda
- Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum (or Vietnamese Women's Museum if closed)
- Visit Temple of Literature
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison
Optional Activities
- Water Puppet show
Landmarks
Tran Quoc Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
One Pillar Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh's House-on-Stilts
Presidential Palace
Vietnam Ethnology Museum
Temple of Literature
Hoa Lo Prison
Vietnamese Women's Museum
Day 3
Ninh Binh - Lao Cai
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch with local foods including goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, and vegetarian options)
Accommodation
Sleeper Train
Included Activities
- Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital
- Bamboo boat trip through Tam Coc (1.5 hours)
- Cycling around village (45 minutes)
- Climb Mua Cave to viewpoint on Lying Dragon Mountain
Optional Activities
- Private train compartment (surcharge available)
Landmarks
Hoa Lu
Tam Coc
Mua Cave
Day 4
Sapa
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch by the river), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel
Included Activities
- Trek to Cat Cat Village of Black H'mong
- Visit waterfall and hydroelectric power station ruins
- Trek to Sin Chai Village
- Scenic views of Fansipan Mountain
Landmarks
Cat Cat Village
Sin Chai Village
Fansipan Mountain
Day 5
Sapa
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Sleeper Train
Included Activities
- Trek to Y Linh Ho village
- Visit Lao Chai Black H'mong village
- Visit Ta Van village and Zay people
Landmarks
Y Linh Ho Village
Lao Chai Village
Ta Van Village
Day 6
Halong Bay
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Berth / Cabin
Included Activities
- Halong Bay cruise with onboard activities
Landmarks
Halong Bay
Day 7
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation
Hotel
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over Halong Bay karst formations
- Cruising through rock formations
Landmarks
Halong Bay
Day 8
Hanoi
End point
Hanoi, Vietnam (We drop off customers at hotel)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Tran Quoc Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
One Pillar Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh's House-on-Stilts
Presidential Palace
Vietnam Ethnology Museum
Temple of Literature
Hoa Lo Prison
Vietnamese Women's Museum

Landmarks
Hoa Lu
Tam Coc
Mua Cave

Landmarks
Cat Cat Village
Sin Chai Village
Fansipan Mountain

Landmarks
Y Linh Ho Village
Lao Chai Village
Ta Van Village

Landmarks
Halong Bay

Landmarks
Halong Bay

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Old Quarter Travel

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(42 reviews)

Number of tours

150

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

2 hours

Response rate

100%

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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.8

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Aastha
May 6th, 2024
5
Old Quarter Travel was an amazing tour experience. Tour operator was exceptional in terms of communication before and...
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Reply from: Old Quarter Travel
Thank you for such kind words, Aastha! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
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Dale
Asked on March 29th, 2025
Is there an option to add on flights from England (ideally Stansted or other London airport) and insurance?
Flights / Transfers
Travel Support
- Old Quarter TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes but it's cheaper if you book yourself.
A
Alice
Asked on January 2nd, 2025
are there any weather restriction or risk by going to Sapa?
Tour Details
- Old Quarter TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  There is no weather restriction or risk by going to Sapa. But February is Winter time and it can be cold there, maybe about 10 degrees Celsius.
C
Carrie
Asked on April 27th, 2023
Can you help us to organise a tour there? 2 Adults and 2 kids (12 and 13). We did it in Chiang Mai and having a local tour guide gave us better and cheaper hotel that booking.com or Agoda – and we had a fantastic time – cooking, rafting, trekking, temples, boat.. Can you please include: Budget hotel + breakfast, Train or bus, Camping is fine, But we want some fun activity – Happy to walk – 4 to 5 hours a day – Kayaking, cycle etc.. museum, shows etc.. Happy to be a group - but Budget is 500USD per pers for the whole trip. Can you help?
Accommodation
Age Range
Tour Details
Transport
- Old Quarter TravelOperator•Written May 2023
  So in total you have 16 days for Vietnam this time. Do you want to spend 16 days for North Vietnam or you also want to see Center/South Vietnam?
T
Tracy
Asked on February 5th, 2023
we are interesting in a family holiday to Vietnam in April 2023. Children are aged 10 and 5. Places of interest are Hanoi, Halong Bay and Sapa. Activities of interest are overnight train, overnight cruise, kayaking and trekking. We would like a customised tour based on our dates and also as we are vegetarian.
Meals
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Old Quarter TravelOperator•Written February 2023
  Vegetatian foods are available for all tours above. You can visit Hanoi with 1 full day city tour, take overnight train and enjoy trekking for Sapa, then relax in Ninh Binh and on Halong Bay cruise.
- T
  Tracy
  Traveler•Written February 2023
  We would like to leave Bangkok on the 9th of April and return by the 14th or 15th. Activities we are itnerested in are overnight cruise, overnight train, and also some light trekking with the children. and also to learn about the local culture.
- Old Quarter TravelOperator•Written February 2023
  I need some information: 1. Airport pick up/transfer: Do you need private car & guide or just private car? 7-seater car or minivan? 2. For Sapa, do you want to stay at homestay (dorm or private room) or hotel (3-star, 4-star, 5-star)? 3. For Halong Bay, what kind of cruise do you want (3-star, 4-star, 5-star)? 4. For hotels in Hanoi, what kind of hotel do you want (3-star, 4-star, 5-star)?

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Tour ID: 162535

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Vietnam
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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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8-Day Northern Vietnam Highlights

Itinerary

Hanoi

Optional Activities

Hanoi

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ninh Binh - Lao Cai

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Sapa

Included Activities

Sapa

Included Activities

Halong Bay

Included Activities

Hanoi

Included Activities

Hanoi

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