Tailor-made Northern Vietnam trip

Arrive at Hanoi Airport, where your private driver and local guide greet you and transfer you comfortably to your hotel, ensuring a smooth start to your Vietnam travel.

Begin your Northern Vietnam journey with a relaxed evening stroll through the Old Quarter or a curated welcome experience that introduces authentic flavors, sights, and local stories, setting the tone for this tailor-made adventure.

Discover the many layers of Hanoi. Begin at Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake, then stroll along Thanh Nien Road to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, including his stilt house and the One Pillar Pagoda, soaking in both history and lakeside calm.

In the afternoon, explore the Temple of Literature with its lotus ponds and tranquil courtyards, followed by a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter to experience daily local life. In the evening, join a walking food tour to sample Hanoi classics such as pho and banh mi.

This morning, your journey heads west from Hanoi to the ancient village of Duong Lam, a meaningful highlight of your Vietnam itinerary. Explore tranquil lanes by bicycle, passing Mia Pagoda and the temples of Kings Ngo Quyen and Phung Hung, while gaining authentic insight into rural life and centuries of history.

Continue through emerald rice fields and sculpted limestone scenery to Mai Chau, a peaceful valley long home to the White Thai people. Enjoy free time to wander the town, meet local families, and soak up the valley’s relaxed atmosphere.

From Cum Village, set out on a scenic hike toward Mai Hich, taking in Northern Vietnam’s rolling mountains and emerald valleys along the way. Pause for a tailor-made cultural lunch with a welcoming Thai ethnic family, gaining insight into daily life and local traditions.

In the afternoon, continue trekking across the idyllic Mai Chau Valley, passing wooden stilt houses, rice and corn fields, and tranquil village scenes. Return to your Mai Chau hotel in the late afternoon to relax.

Depart Mai Chau for the northern edge of Pu Luong Nature Reserve, considered one of the best places to visit in Vietnam for its unspoiled landscapes and village life. Enjoy a gentle downhill hike to Hang Village, passing terraced rice fields and a bubbling stream along the way.

Take time to observe daily village life and soak in the surrounding scenery. Continue along forest trails, cross a handmade bridge, and climb a short hill before stopping at a local home to learn about everyday routines. A private vehicle then transfers you back to your hotel in Pu Luong to relax.

Wake early to savor the calm of the valley. Set out on a guided walk through Pu Luong’s rice terraces, visit a nearby village, and enjoy local coffee with a home-cooked breakfast as morning light softens the hills.

Depart mid-morning for Hanoi by private transfer, paced to your comfort.

From Hanoi, enjoy a scenic drive to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for more than 1,900 limestone islands rising from emerald waters. The dramatic karsts create unforgettable vistas, ideal for photography and quiet exploration.

Upon arrival, board an all-inclusive cruise designed around tailor-made experiences for travelers seeking authenticity. Savor freshly caught seafood, kayak through hidden caves, practice sunset tai chi on deck, and spend evenings enjoying gentle cultural performances amid the bay’s serene setting.

Rise early to watch the sun illuminate Ha Long Bay’s turquoise waters at dawn. Your tailored cruise glides past limestone karsts, with time for photography, quiet moments on deck, and a light local brunch before docking late in the morning.

Transfer to Hanoi Airport for your onward flight, carrying lasting impressions of your Northern Vietnam trip and personalized memories of authentic coastal life.