North Vietnam Travel in 5 days: Hanoi

North Vietnam Travel in 5 days: Hanoi - Halong Bay

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When you call the name “Vietnam”, the first places you think of are Hanoi Capital and Halong Bay – a Wonder of the World. There are hundreds of fascinating attractions in a small country, but Hanoi and Halong Bay seem to be the two of symbol tourism where you must see once time in your life, especially in the North Vietnam Travel. Let indulge yourself in Hanoi - Halong Bay Itinerary in Vietnam in 5 days.
Blending capital of ancient architecture and modern lifestyle, Hanoi will bring to you the first insight into the history, the culture and the cuisine of Vietnam. Walking around The Old Quarter to discover Hanoi street-food and thousands of small local shops. Looking for the classic imagines of Vietnam such as street hawkers and beautiful women in long dress.
Halong Bay – the landscape of dragons, where you can see up to 1969 Islands are in close proximity to one another. In amongst the fresh sea water of Halong, you can certainly find out dozen of interesting shaded of Islets, in accompanied by mysterious folks about them. Thanks to Mother of Nature, Halong Bay is always glorious and charming whenever you come. Experience Halong Bay in sunset when the bright is hiding step by step will become a classic imagine in your memory about Vietnam.

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi

Date

Destinations

Meals

Day 1

Hanoi Arrive

Day 2

Hanoi - Halong Bay

B, L, D

Day 3

Halong Bay - Hanoi

B, L

Day 4

Hanoi City Tour

B, L

Day 5

Hanoi early morning - Departure

Itinerary Services & Price

Inclusion

The English speaking guide as guided time.
Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast.
Halong Bay cruise 1 night (sharing cabin, surchage for private).
Puppet show in Hanoi.
Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner).
All transfers with the air-conditioned private vehicle (excepted shuttle bus from/to hotel in Halong Bay).
Water & cool towels.
Government taxes & service charge.

Exclusion

International Airfares.
Early check in/ late check out
Meals not indicated
Drinks & beverage.
Surcharge for gala dinner on 24th Dec and 31st Dec
Vietnam visa stamp fee
Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills.
Tips and gratuities.

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Date

Destinations

Meals

Day 1

Hanoi Arrive

Northern Vietnam in 5 days will bring to you the most typical culture of Hanoi.

Vietnamese Capital arrival, free time in the center of 36 old streets
Far Eastour’s guide & bus will be warmly greeting to look for you at Noi Bai International Airport. After picking you up to the hotel for checking-in and relaxing, we will have a free evening and night in a hotel near to The Old Quarter. You can find the way to walk to Hoan Kiem Lake (Return Sword Lake), which is known as the green heart of Hanoi Capital. The lake belongs to The Old Quarter and brings itself a charming beauty all year round. In the central lake, the ancient Tortoise tower with a special French architecture is a cultural mark of Hanoi. Stepping up around to visit Ngoc Son temple and The Huc Bridge.
Especially, it will be the best time to explore The Old Quarter with variety of street-foods, souvenir shops, and strange traffic imagines. You will be certainly excited by the bustling beat of life when the shops are turning light step by step in the crowded streets that are reserved by the ancient French architecture. Stop to try eating a “bánh mì” (Vietnamese street sandwich) or “nem chua rán” (Grilled fermented pork roll), etc to complete a perfect street tour DIY. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi Capital.
Topic: Where to go in Hanoi City and surrounding area.

Day 2

Hanoi - Halong Bay

B, L, D

Day 3

Halong Bay - Hanoi

B, L

Day 4

Hanoi City Tour

B, L

La Vong grilled fish - one of the best traditional cuisine in Hanoi

One day in Hanoi with culture and history.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and 8.15a.m guide & bus will wait for you at the lobby. We have a whole day to explore Hanoi Capital.
8.30: We will begin “One day City Tour”. You will have a chance to look at Hanoi working in the morning on the bus. It is really an unfamiliar imagine because there are many motorbike in the streets of Hanoi (Seventy percentage of Hanoi’s popular use motorbike as the daily vehicle). Sometime, when you take your eyes in the sidewalks, you can find out the street hawkers who wear conical hats and carry two loads of goods (flower, fruit, noodle, etc) on their thin shoulders. Being embellish somewhere, the women who are taking a bicycle of colorful flowers stand along the street beside the ancient house.
The first place we stop is Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum region. We will be listened tour guide tell about the revolution life of Uncle Ho and see his tombs from outside. Nearby, we visit One Pillar pagoda – one of the most original architecture temple in Asia with wooden structure.
The Temple of Literature: The first university of Vietnam is near to. With only around 7 minutes, we can stay at the temple where worship the Le Kings and owns up to 80 stone turtles as the super nature power of feudal doctors. Vietnamese people often come over here to try their luck in study and examine in the first day of New Year. Especially, The Temple of Literature connects closely to Vietnamese students. Visiting it, you could easily see the young girls in long dress who want to take some photos to memorize their student-life.
After the lunch with “La Vong Grilled Fish”, we visit Hoa Lo Prison and learn about Vietnam War in the generation of 1954 – 1973.
Before going back to hotel, we will stay at Thang Long theatre to watch a Water Puppet Show – an original art with puppet only having in Vietnam. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi Capital.
Read Hanoi Travel Guide to enjoy your private time.

Day 5

Hanoi early morning - Departure

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Inclusion

The English speaking guide as guided time.
Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast.
Halong Bay cruise 1 night (sharing cabin, surchage for private).
Puppet show in Hanoi.
Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner).
All transfers with the air-conditioned private vehicle (excepted shuttle bus from/to hotel in Halong Bay).
Water & cool towels.
Government taxes & service charge.

Exclusion

International Airfares.
Early check in/ late check out
Meals not indicated
Drinks & beverage.
Surcharge for gala dinner on 24th Dec and 31st Dec
Vietnam visa stamp fee
Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills.
Tips and gratuities.

Call to book
(+84) 3 87 86 68 52

sales@fareastour.com

5 days in Hanoi and Halong Bay, two of the most wonderful landscapes to travel in Vietnam.
Discover Halong Bay by private way with the best cruise team.
Visit Maze cave and fishing house in Rang Dua area.
Enjoy variety of oceanic activities as kayaking, crafting, swimming, Tai Chi exercise, trekking.
Taste Hanoi's cuisine with the typical dishes as "Phở", La Vong grilled fish.
Visit the most featured in culture spots in Hanoi.

Accommodations in tour

Halong Bay

VSpirit Cruise

Address: Tuan Chau port

Description: Visiting the most famous Vietnamese World Heritage Site with V’Spirit Cruises is bound to be one of the highlights of your travels in Vietnam, thanks to the high quality of our facilities and accommodations, and the excellence of our customer service.
V’Spirit or Vietnamese Spirit, is aiming to bring you the most deluxe traveling experience on board. Designed with full of luxurious amenities, V’Spirit Cruises offers unique services on-board, and various Vietnamese traditional cuisines as well as sea food made from the riches of the sea. You are on the sea, gathering with friends and family and enjoying delicious dishes with Vietnamese World Heritage Site surrounding, we commit to make your journey as much interesting as it be.

SERVICES & FACILITIES

Restaurant & Bar
Our restaurant offers Vietnamese and International dishes, available on the 2nd floor.
Openning hours (Daily): Breakfast 07:30 – 8:00 | Lunch 13:00 – 14:00 daily | Dinner 19:00 – 20:00
Seating capacity: 32 seats

Sundeck
Guests are free to enjoy the marvelous beauty of nature on our sundeck while having sunbath. Cooking demonstration by a local chef for those who wish to learn how to make a dish is available right on the spot.
Guests can choose either Tai Chi exercise at sunrise for a healthy day or private relaxing time.

Other Services and Facilities

Reception (English and Vietnamese speaking)
24-hour security services
Theme Parties on request
Tai Chi lession
Cooking demonstrations
Internet access on board
Car Rental Service with Driver
Kayaking & Fishing equipment
Fully-furnished cabins

ACCOMMODATIONS

Deluxe – With Large Glass Window
Basing on the tradition foundation, each 16 sqm room is designed with the most comfort as it gets. A spacious room plus large glass window with see view will bring you the best traveling experience ever. In-room extra amenities including: fine cotton linens, a fluffy duvet with floral motifs.

Deluxe Double cabin

Cabin Amenities

Air conditioner
Hot and Cold Shower
Free Pure Water
Slippers
Sanitary amenities
Fire Extinguisher
Hair dryer
Life Jackets

Other Options

Deluxe With Balcony
Family Cabin

VSpirit Cruise Or similar

Hanoi

Medallion Hanoi Boutique Hotel

Address: No 11, Ma May Street, Hoan Kiem District

Description:

Medallion Hotel centrally situated at The Old Quarter of Hanoi and just takes about 5 minutes walking from there to Return Sword Lake. It is easy to take a Water Puppet at Thang Long Theatre, too. Staying at the hotel, guests are free to use wifi, personal butler services and on-site travel agency services.

Our Medallion restaurant offers buffet breakfast, Asian as well as Western cuisine. Let yourself immerse in the melodic music inside the deluxe restaurant. We proudly recommend our services with experienced and professional staff team, we ensure that you will be satisfied until the last seconds of your trip.

SERVICES & FACILITIES

Restaurant: The restaurant in our hotel offers various options, of which Western and Vietnamese cuisines are on the top best choice. Our professional and gifted chef will bring you the most impressive dishes. The focal point of our restaurant is focusing on the quality of guests meals and for that, we ensure food was cooked in the best conditions with high hygiene standards.

Location: 1st floor
Opening hour: from 06:30 am to 21:30 pm
Capacity: over 100 seats

Business center: For business trip, don’t be worried as our Business Center can help with over 100 guest. Full equipment are always available at the center: ADSL, Wi-Fi, telephone, fax, photocopying, translation, and computer rental and secretariat services.

Location: 2nd floor
Time services: from 06:00 am to 23:00 pm

Other
•   Non-smoking rooms.
•   Wake up Service/Alarm Clock.
•   Internet access - wireless (Free).
•   Street-view windows and balcony help guests to get the truly traditional value of the Old quarter.

ACCOMMODATION

Superior – Garden View
Garden-view rooms are fully equipped with free Wi-Fi access or wired internet access, bathtub, shower and other facilities. LCD TV, minibar and a city-view balcony are also obtainable.

Room Size: 25 square meters
Bed Size(s): 1 Double or 2 single bed(s)

Room Facilities:

Safety Box,
Air Conditioning,
Wooden / Parquet floor.
Hairdryer.
Bathrobe.
Sanitary facilities.
Bathroom, Shower.
Slippers.
Telephone.
Satellite Channels, Cable Channels.
Flat-screen TV.
Tea/Coffee making machine.
Mini bar.
Electric Kettle.
Free pure water.
Ironing facilities.

Other Options:

Deluxe with City View- Single/ King/ Twin Room
Honeymoon Deluxe with City View
Junior Suite with City View
Family Room

Medallion Hanoi Boutique Hotel Or similar

Halong Bay

Grayline Cruise

Address:

Description:

Grayline Halong Cruise is the first cruise to provide oceanic overnight service all over the 103 years of Grayline Worldwide history. The features that make Grayline Halong become the top best choices are its magnificent, deluxe background and unique services.
Inside the Cruise, guests would be impressed by oak-wooden walls inside 14 cabins with the total length of 3 decks. Every single room in the cruise all meticulously decorated in a classic style, each has private balcony and sundeck. Room and bathroom are specially designed aiming to set an eye to the sea.
Staying with Gray Line Ha Long, guests will be entitled with deluxe services onboard from our professional and well-trained crew. We concentrate on quality of services supervised by the quality management unit of Gray Line Vietnam.

SERVICES & FACILITIES

Restaurant & Bar:
Outdoor bar: It is one of the two distinctive bars in our cruise, in contrary to the indoor one, this is only for those who really want to spark up in another special way: enjoying the sunshine and immersing in the breathtaking beauty of HaLong Bay. (Open 24/24)
Indoor bar: Covering with gear-up youngsters’ adrenaline by rock music, or else having some special cocktails to clean up your mind is a great idea. (Open 24/24)
Restaurant open time:

06.30 a.m. to 07.30 a.m. Time for healthy breakfast with tea/coffee/pastries.
10.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. A full buffet brunch is available.
01.10 p.m. to 01.30 p.m. Set menu serves.
07.00 p.m. to 08.30 p.m. Dinner with diversified menus feasting your taste.

Note: Opening time is non-fixed and will be changed anywhen without notification.

Sundeck: Taking sunbath at the sundeck before your dinner and having some authentic Vietnamese dishes performed by a local chef, learn some if you interested in. Tai Chi classes will be took place when the sun rises.
Spend few days just for relaxing and doing nothing, it is time to enjoy the beautiful scenery and people you will be surrounded by.

OTHERS

Reception desk assistance
24 hour safe box
Newspapers and magazines
Souvenir boutique
Bar opened from 07.00 a.m. until 11.00 p.m. on 3rd
Deck dining-room
Languages spoken: English, Vietnamese

ACCOMMODATIONS

Deluxe cabin – with large glass window

Located in the first deck, the deluxe cabins are 16 square meters and contain large seeview windows and balcony as well, of which one cabin can fit for 2 adults and 1 child with extra bed. Fine cotton linens, a fluffy duvet and queen-sized down and feather with decorative floral motifs embroidered for encouraging the indulgence.
Cabin Amenities:

Air-conditioning adjustable individually
Bath linen
Satellite TV set
Free mineral water
Fire Extinguisher, Emergency Hammers
Marble Bathrooms with sea view
Hair-Dryer
Sanitary amenities
Toilet
Slippers
Wardrobe
Life jackets

Other Options:

Deluxe with private balcony.
VIP cabin.
Family cabin.

Grayline Cruise Or similar

Hanoi

Boss Legend Hotel Hanoi

Address: 21 Hang Thung Street, Hoan Kiem District

Description:

WARMEST GRETTING FROM BOSS LEGEND HOTEL HANOI

Located in The Old Quarter area. Boss Legend was opened in July of 2014 with the highlight of a boutique outdoor swimming pool. The hotel offers banquet for the meetings, parties, and events, as well as a fitness center, a sauna that is accompanied with other massage services. It is said to be the one in top 1 of the best choice for both leisure and business customers. Exceptional services, well-appointed 80 Suites and a Presidential Suite are available on our hotel. Thanks to our suitable position, guests can easily experience Hanoi's most impressing destinations such as Hoan Kiem Lake and 36 Old Streets, Hoa Lo Prison, Water Puppet at Thang Long Theatre, St. Joseph's Cathedral, and Long Bien Bridge - the historical witness.

Services & Facilities:

Gym: Our services in the up-to-date fitness center are available from 07:00am to 21:00pm every day, for those who would like to throw stresses, busy and noisy city life away. You pay no fees for such services. It creates an exclusive environment for you to relax, reflect, rejuvenate and re-energize. Leave your troubles behind and take time out for yourself.

Jacuzzi: In addition to the basic amenities included in our hotel category, Jacuzzi is also offered as a free extra bonus benefit for in-house guests only. Guests can enjoy it from 09:00 am to 09:00 pm every day at the top of hotel. The first arrival will be prioritized.

Swimming Pool: is equipped with glass roof, suit for every season and contains space for sunbathing… Free services in the pool are offered to in-house guests only.

Opening hour: 09:00 am to 09:00 pm.

Vietnamese restaurant and rooftop bar in Hanoi

One of the outstanding features of the 4-star hotel is rooftop design with panoramic view to Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi City and the Red River. Boss Legend offers two restaurants and bar on the TOP with such views.

The restaurant with view to Hoan Kiem Lake can contain up to 300 people, of which 150 are in the Ball room. Daily western buffet style breakfast, Vietnamese and Asian dinner as well. Come and enjoy the the refreshing view of the Red River and Hoan Kiem Lake, enjoy the afternoon sun or the dazzling city lights at night with fresh beer, cocktails, tall drinks, brandy and snacks, etc.

ROYAL DELUXE ROOM (INTERNAL VIEW)

The Royal Deluxe room at Boss Legend hotel would be the best choice and you would be fully satisfied with it. We offer convenient room size 26sqm for Single room and 36sqm for King bed or Twin bed room.
In-room modern amenities: laptop, wifi, cable flat TV 40 inch, hot & cold shower over bathtub, chair and working table, etc.
Furthermore, guests are able to use Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi Pool, Fitness Center and Business Center for free.

Other Accommodations:

Royal Deluxe With City View - Single Room.
Royal Deluxe With City View - Kingsize/Twin Room.
Premium Executive With City View.
Family Room.
Suite With City View.
Balcony Senator Suite (Free Airport Pick Up)
Presidental Suite (Free Airport Pick Up)

Boss Legend Hotel Hanoi Or similar

Halong Bay

Signature Halong Cruise Or similar

Hanoi

Apricot Hotel Hanoi

Address: 136 Hang Trong Street, Hoan Kiem District

Description:

It is situated oppositely to Return Sword Lake, Apricot Hotel will make you feel overwhelmed with gorgeous, and extensive view over the lake and the Old Quarter as well when standing on the rooftop swimming pool and panoramic fitness center. Our Hotel is aiming to bring an incomparable experience to our customers by the most authentic Vietnamese sensation within the neo-classical design, and a luxury glamour with our bespoke services. Furthermore, guests also can have a strong sense of art through our courteous meals as well as the trendy roof-top bar. Apricot Hotel is imagined to an tiny world of artistic living with full of entertainment.

Our rooftop swimming pool

SERVICES AND FACILITIES

Restaurant & Bar:

The Library: For an ideal business appointment, intimate catch-ups with friends or valuable time to yourself, come and enjoy the private space of our 9th floor Library Lounge, enjoying an intriguing view of the Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi is the best way to release pressure after a long day working.
A’telier is inspired by the French name for an artistic space, serving an exclusive selection of teas from around the world to accentuate the Afternoon Tea experience. A fare of sweet delicacies set to an opulent backdrop and in a relaxed atmosphere is available on the lobby.
L’Artiste: Chefs are creating classic masterpieces in an open-style kitchen, nothing can be more fantastic.
Palette serves dishes that exhilarate the taste buds by painting a picture of South East Asian sensation in a flood of color inspired by the Spice Route.

Fitness center
Come and get toned at our Fitness center equipped with a selection of cutting edge work-out equipment as well as sauna and steam facilities. For revitalization after a hard workout, you can take a swim in outdoor pool and enjoy a refreshing poolside drink. Our fitness center and the pool are opened from 06:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Spa L’Art
Whether for escaping from the pressures of daily life or for preserving your health and beauty, you are able to enter an exhilarating world and embark upon a sensual and stimulating journey that unlocks your senses and pampers your body. Our Spa is the ideal place for relaxation and harmony for the body and soul with a wide range of therapeutic Spa care.

Opening hour: 9:00am-11:00pm
Last appointment: 10:30 pm

ACCOMMODATIONS

SKETCH ROOM (INERNAL VIEW)

Looking out across the hotel's courtyard, Sketch room encompass Apricot's tasteful décor and stunning original artworks. Set to luxurious surrounding, an utmost level of comfort await guests in our Sketch room.

25 square meters suite with courtyard view.
Free high speed Internet access.
40-inch high definition LCD TV with cable.
Selection of pillows.
Private bathroom with rain shower feature.

OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS:

Canvas Room with City View.
Canves Room with Lake View.
Studio Room with City View.
Gallery Room with Lake View.
Masterpiece with Panoramic Lake View.

Apricot Hotel Hanoi Or similar

Itinerary Services & Price

Call to book
(+84) 3 87 86 68 52

sales@fareastour.com

5 days in Hanoi and Halong Bay, two of the most wonderful landscapes to travel in Vietnam.
Discover Halong Bay by private way with the best cruise team.
Visit Maze cave and fishing house in Rang Dua area.
Enjoy variety of oceanic activities as kayaking, crafting, swimming, Tai Chi exercise, trekking.
Taste Hanoi's cuisine with the typical dishes as "Phở", La Vong grilled fish.
Visit the most featured in culture spots in Hanoi.

Itinerary Services & Price

Call to book
(+84) 3 87 86 68 52

sales@fareastour.com

5 days in Hanoi and Halong Bay, two of the most wonderful landscapes to travel in Vietnam.
Discover Halong Bay by private way with the best cruise team.
Visit Maze cave and fishing house in Rang Dua area.
Enjoy variety of oceanic activities as kayaking, crafting, swimming, Tai Chi exercise, trekking.
Taste Hanoi's cuisine with the typical dishes as "Phở", La Vong grilled fish.
Visit the most featured in culture spots in Hanoi.

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