Cultural Sightseeing Tour of Hanoi and Ha Long Bay

9 days Not CancellableMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 2+ Operated by Metta Voyage

Why we love it?

The Vietnam Classic Tour SIC spans 9 days, offering travelers an immersive experience in Hanoi and its surrounding regions. Ideal for those seeking a blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, the tour includes visits to iconic sites such as Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With private air-conditioned transportation, experienced English-speaking guides, and accommodations featuring daily breakfast, guests can explore Vietnam's rich heritage comfortably. Distinctively, the itinerary combines city tours with scenic landscapes, allowing participants to engage with both urban and rural Vietnamese life.

Inclusions

  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the trip
  • Experienced English-speaking tour guide
  • Accommodation in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
  • Meals as stated in itinerary (B/L/D)
  • All entrance fees for sites as per itinerary
  • All sightseeing tickets and boat trips as per program
  • Cold towels and drinking water on tour
  • Government tax and service charge
  • Exclusive personalized single-agent service
  • 24/7 hotline support during the trip

Exclusions

  • International and domestic flight tickets
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Visa approval letter and airport stamping fee
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Beverages and personal expenses
  • Tipping for guides, drivers and hotel staff
  • Peak season and Tet/Christmas surcharges
  • Other services not mentioned above

Itinerary

Day 1

HANOI ARRIVAL - HALF DAY CITY TOUR (L)

  • HANOI ARRIVAL

    HANOI ARRIVAL - HALF DAY CITY TOUR (L) Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, driver (no guide escort) will meet you & transfer you to your hotel in the city center. Free to relax in the morning. You will enjoy half day city tour of Hanoi by visiting Ho Chi Minh complex, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside only), his house-on-stilts, the One-Pillar pagoda. Continue on to West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi. We pass by the famous Train Street to take photo (outside area only) if wish. Drop into a vintage coffee shop nearby, where you sit on very small chairs as is the special style of Hanoi and taste a cup of Vietnamese coffee. This also offers a perfect opportunity for people-watching, to get a better idea of the daily activities of the locals daily life. Please note: the standard check in time is 14:00 – 15:00pm. Early check in is not included and subject to hotel availability. Meal: Lunch Tour Type: Group Tour Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Day 2

HANOI - NINH BINH – TAM COC - HANG MUA (B/L)

  • HANOI - NINH BINH

    HANOI - NINH BINH – TAM COC - HANG MUA (B/L) After breakfast, guests will depart from Hanoi for a scenic drive to Ninh Binh, a region renowned for its dramatic limestone karst landscapes and tranquil countryside. Upon arrival, guests will board a traditional sampan boat at Tam Coc, gently rowing along the Ngo Dong River. During the journey, they will pass through a series of natural caves and admire picturesque rice fields surrounded by towering limestone mountains, offering a peaceful and immersive experience in nature. After the boat trip, guests will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Mua Cave. Here, they will climb up a stone staircase to reach the summit, where a spectacular panoramic view of Tam Coc and the surrounding countryside awaits. This is one of the best viewpoints in the region and a highlight for photography lovers. In the late afternoon, guests will return to Hanoi. End of the tour. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Tour Type: Group Tour Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Day 3

HANOI – HALONG BAY (B/L/D)

  • type: Joined Boat Overnight on Cruise

    HANOI – HALONG BAY (B/L/D) Guests depart from Hanoi for Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its emerald waters and limestone karsts. Upon arrival, guests board a cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and receive a short briefing about the itinerary and safety guidelines. The cruise then sets sail into the bay, offering stunning views of the seascape. Throughout the day, guests will participate in various onboard activities or simply relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Meals, including fresh local specialties, are served on board. In the evening, guests can join optional onboard activities or unwind on the sundeck. Overnight on board the cruise. Please note: The detailed itinerary and activities may vary depending on the cruise program and weather conditions. Transfer from Hanoi by Shuttle Bus Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Tour type: Joined Boat Overnight on Cruise

Day 4

HALONG – HANOI – DANANG (B/Br)

  • HALONG – HANOI

    HALONG – HANOI – DANANG (B/Br) Guests may start the day early in Ha Long Bay by joining an optional Tai Chi session on the sundeck, offering a peaceful way to welcome the morning amidst the stunning seascape. Afterward, breakfast is served on board, and guests can relax or take part in light onboard activities as the cruise continues its journey. Before check-out, a brunch prepared by the cruise will be served while the boat returns to the harbor. After disembarkation, transfer back to Hanoi via the expressway and return to the hotel. Upon arrival, guests will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival in Da Nang, guests will be met and transferred to the hotel for check-in. Overnight at a hotel in Da Nang. Please note: Transfer Halong - Hanoi by Shuttle Bus. Recommended flight ticket Hanoi - Danang after 17.00. Meal: Breakfast, Brunch Tour type: Joined Boat Accomodation: Hotel in Hanoi

Day 5

DANANG - SON TRA PENINSULA - MARBLE MOUNTAINS - HOI AN (B/D)

  • DANANG - SON TRA PENINSULA

    DANANG - SON TRA PENINSULA - MARBLE MOUNTAINS - HOI AN (B/D) After breakfast, guests will depart from Da Nang and travel to the Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain), a lush nature reserve rising above the coastline. Here, they will visit Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the iconic Lady Buddha statue, the tallest in Vietnam, where they can enjoy a tranquil atmosphere and sweeping panoramic views of the East Sea and the city below. The journey then continues to the Marble Mountains, a fascinating complex of five limestone and marble hills symbolizing the five elements. Guests will explore ancient pagodas nestled within the mountains, mysterious caves once used for spiritual retreats, and scenic viewpoints offering impressive vistas of the surrounding area, while also discovering local stone-carving traditions. Afterwards, guests will transfer to Hoi An for dinner at a local restaurant. In the evening, they will have free time to wander through the enchanting lantern-lit streets of the ancient town, admire its well-preserved architecture, and experience the peaceful riverside ambiance. Later in the evening, guests will return to Da Nang. Overnight at a hotel in Da Nang. Please note: Lantern floating is not included. Meal: Breakfast, Dinner Tour Type: Group Tour Accomodation: Hotel in Danang

Day 6

BA NA HILL – GOLDEN BRIDGE (B/L)

  • BA NA HILL

    BA NA HILL – GOLDEN BRIDGE (B/L) After breakfast, guests will depart for Ba Na Hills, one of the most popular attractions in Central Vietnam. Upon arrival, they will take a scenic cable car ride to the mountaintop, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Guests will visit the iconic Golden Bridge, famous for its giant stone hands and unique design, as well as explore the French Village and other attractions within the complex. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant or buffet on the mountain. In the afternoon, guests will have more time to enjoy entertainment activities, take photos, or relax in the cool climate before returning to Da Nang. Overnight at a hotel in Da Nang. Please note: Wax Museum, Wine Cellar are excluded Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Tour Type: Group Tour #### Accomodation: Hotel in Da Nang

Day 7

DANANG – HO CHI MINH - HALF DAY CITY TOUR (B)

  • DANANG – HO CHI MINH

    DANANG – HO CHI MINH - HALF DAY CITY TOUR (B) #### After breakfast, guests will check out of the hotel in Da Nang and transfer to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, they will be transferred to a local restaurant for lunch. Coming to Ho Chi Minh, start your city tour with a visit to the War Remnants Museum to gain deeper insight into Vietnam’s history and the impact of the Vietnam War. Continue to the historic Reunification Palace, a significant landmark marking the end of the war. Then, visit the nearby Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica (outside only) of Saigon and the Saigon Central Post Office, both outstanding examples of French colonial architecture. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Tour Type: Group Tour Accomodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Day 8

MEKONG DELTA TOUR (B/L) After breakfast, guests will depart from Ho Chi Minh City for a full-day excursion to the Mekong

  • (B/L) After breakfast

    MEKONG DELTA TOUR (B/L) After breakfast, guests will depart from Ho Chi Minh City for a full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta, often referred to as the “rice bowl” of Vietnam. Upon arrival in My Tho, guests will board a boat to cruise along the Mekong River, passing by floating houses, local fishing activities, and lush riverbanks. The journey continues with visits to local islands, where guests can experience traditional handicrafts, taste tropical fruits, and enjoy local specialties such as coconut candy and honey tea. A short ride on a hand-rowed sampan through narrow canals shaded by water coconut trees offers a peaceful and authentic glimpse into daily life in the delta. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant featuring regional cuisine. In the afternoon, guests will have some time to relax or explore the surroundings before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight at a hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Tour Type: Group Tour Accomodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Day 9

HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE (B)

  • HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE (B) After breakfast, guests will check out of the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the airport for their departure flight (no guide escort). End of services. We hope you have had a memorable trip and wish you pleasant onward travels! | Price in USD per pax base on group of (Validity Date: 05 Jan – 20 Dec 2026) Except period 16 – 24 Feb 2026; 30 Apr – 2 May 2026 | | --- | | Description | 1 pax | 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-9 pax | 10-14 pax | Sgl Sup | | 3 Star | 1,394 | 666 | 615 | 555 | 557 | 282 | | 4 Star | 1,511 | 745 | 694 | 634 | 636 | 343 | | 5 Star | 1,832 | 962 | 911 | 851 | 852 | 531 | | Route | Domestic Airfare | | --- | --- | | Flight Hanoi - Danang | From 70 – 120 USD / pax | | Flight Danang – Hochiminh | From 70 – 120 USD / pax |

Please Note

  • Limited mobility accessible
  • Itinerary
  • This is a typical itinerary. Daily schedules may be adjusted due to weather, flight timings, or local events. Domestic flights (if applicable) are quoted separately.

Know Before You Go

  • Passport required
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable booking