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Northern Vietnam Uncovered – 8 Days of Culture & Nature

8 days

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From Hanoi to Halong Bay

5.0

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The 8-day itinerary covered major cities and cultural sites perfectly. Ample time for exploration and relaxation.
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Quinn, traveled in October
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Operator: Responsible Asia
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish, Dutch
Group Size 1 - 15
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hanoi
Start point
Hanoi, Vietnam (Noi Bai International airport)
Accommodation
Hotel (Mina Hotel or similar), Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
Optional Activities
- Explore Hanoi Old Quarter at your own pace
Day 2
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Vietnamese cuisine at a restaurant; vegetarian foods available)
Accommodation
Hotel (Mina Hotel or similar), Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on Golden Fish Island
- Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex and see Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Visit One Pillar Pagoda
- Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum
- Visit Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam)
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison
Landmarks
Tran Quoc Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
One Pillar Pagoda
Vietnam Ethnology Museum
Temple of Literature
Hoa Lo Prison
Day 3
Hanoi to Pu Luong
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (At local restaurant), Dinner
Accommodation
Resort (Pu Luong - Private Bungalow), Hotel (Pu Luong Retreat or similar)
Included Activities
- 2.5km walk through Pu Luong villages and rice fields
- Cross suspension bridge to reach scenic village
- View giant water wheels
- Bamboo rafting on Chieu Lau dam
- 2km trek through rice fields and villages completing loop trail
Optional Activities
- Traditional cooking class
Landmarks
Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Day 4
Pu Luong to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Mina Hotel or similar), Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Leisurely stroll through Don village
- Walk through Uoi hamlet and rice terraces
- Visit Lan Village and observe traditional brocade sewing
Optional Activities
- Bicycle ride around Lan Village
Landmarks
Don Village
Lan Village
Day 5
Hanoi to Ninh Binh
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Vietnamese lunch)
Accommodation
Hotel (Mina Hotel or similar), Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit temples of King Dinh and King Le at Hoa Lu
- Rowing boat trip through Tam Coc and Bich Dong caves
- Visit Hang Ca (first grotto)
- Visit Hang Hai (second grotto)
- Visit Hang Ba (third grotto)
- Climb Mua Cave and Ngoa Long Mountain
Landmarks
Hoa Lu
Tam Coc
Bich Dong
Mua Cave
Day 6
Hanoi to Halong Bay
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Berth / Cabin (Le Journey Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (La Pandora Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (Doris Cruise or similar)
Included Activities
- Shared cruise through Halong Bay
- Swimming
- Kayaking
- Cave visits
Landmarks
Halong Bay
Day 7
Halong Bay to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Mina Hotel or similar), Hotel (Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Watch sunrise at Halong Bay
- Tai Chi class on sun deck
- Visit limestone cave with stalagmites and stalactites
Landmarks
Halong Bay
Day 8
Hanoi
End point
Hanoi, Vietnam (Noi Bai International airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit local markets for souvenirs

Landmarks
Tran Quoc Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
One Pillar Pagoda
Vietnam Ethnology Museum
Temple of Literature
Hoa Lo Prison

Landmarks
Pu Luong Nature Reserve

Landmarks
Don Village
Lan Village

Landmarks
Hoa Lu
Tam Coc
Bich Dong
Mua Cave

Landmarks
Halong Bay

Landmarks
Halong Bay

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Insurance
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Mina Hotel or similar
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 4, 5, 7
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Tirant Hotel or similar
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 4, 5, 7
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Apricot Hotel or similar
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 4, 5, 7
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Pu Luong - Private Bungalow
Resort
day 3
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Pu Luong Retreat or similar
Hotel
day 3
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Le Journey Cruise or similar
Berth / Cabin
day 6
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Doris Cruise or similar
Berth / Cabin
day 6
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La Pandora Cruise or similar
Berth / Cabin
day 6
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- Group of 15 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
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- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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Responsible Asia

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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 3 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
4.0
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
5.0

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Raglow
April 16th, 2026
5.0
This trip with Responsible Asia was a great experience. The itinerary was thoughtfully designed, the guides were...
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Traveled in April 2026
Reply from: Responsible Asia
Dear Raglow, Thank you so much for your kind recommendation. We’re delighted to hear you had a great experience and that everything felt smooth and well-organized throughout your journey. It means a lot to know you enjoyed the authenticity of the trip. We truly appreciate your trust and hope to welcome you again in the future! Warm regards, Responsible Asia team
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Quinn
October 8th, 2025
5.0
The 8-day itinerary by Responsible Asia covered major cities and cultural sites perfectly. Ample time for exploration...
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Traveled in September 2025
Reply from: Responsible Asia
Hi Quinn, Thank you so much for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the 8-day itinerary and found the balance between exploration and relaxation just right. It’s great to know that the program met your expectations and catered to different interests — that’s exactly what we aim for when designing our tours. Our team works hard to ensure every traveler enjoys not only the destinations but also the meaningful connections to local communities and the environment. Your feedback reaffirms that we're on the right path towards sustainable and responsible travel. We would love to welcome you back and explore more together with Responsible Asia. Warmest regards, Responsible Asia Team
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Linh
September 6th, 2025
5.0
The tour was exceptionally well-planned, with flawless logistics covering transportation, accommodation, and service....
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Traveled in June 2025
Reply from: Responsible Asia
Hi Linh Chu Van, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you had such a positive and memorable time exploring Vietnam with Responsible Asia. Your feedback is incredibly valuable as it reinforces our commitment to responsible tourism practices. From supporting local communities to minimizing our environmental footprint, every journey with us contributes to positive change. As we continue to innovate and improve, your review motivates us to set even higher standards for sustainable travel. We are excited to take on a more meaningful adventure for you in the future. Warmest regards, Responsible Asia team
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Tour ID: 271537

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Vietnam
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As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.
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Vietnam
Vaccines
- 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.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before May 24th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 24th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Responsible Asia. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Northern Vietnam Uncovered – 8 Days of Culture & Nature

Itinerary

Hanoi

Optional Activities

Hanoi

Included Activities

Hanoi to Pu Luong

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Pu Luong to Hanoi

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Hanoi to Ninh Binh

Included Activities

Hanoi to Halong Bay

Included Activities

Halong Bay to Hanoi

Included Activities

Hanoi

Optional Activities

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