Impression Of The North - 4 Days / 3 Nights
Day 1: Arrival – Hanoi
On arrival, at Noi Bai Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. Hanoi, Vietnam's capital is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia 's most striking colonial architecture. The many lakes and parks make for relaxing atmosphere. (If time permits) we enjoy a short cyclo excursion through the bustling Old Quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay
This morning we enjoy a half Day city tour starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, containing the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. The complex also comprises the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of Hanoi. We follow this with a trip to the Temple of Literature, well known as Vietnam's first university, and the History Museum which displays an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. The peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem and the bustling Dong Xuan Market are also visited before we depart for Halong Bay, truly one of Vietnam's most impressive scenic sights. Overnight in Halong.
Day 3: Halong – Hanoi
Today we embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay. This exciting five hour cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karst formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. After a seafood lunch on board we return to Hanoi, stopping en route at Dong Trieu pottery village. We arrive in time to see an evening performance of Ha Noi's famous water puppet. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 4: Hanoi - Departure
There is a free time for you to relax or further explore Hanoi. The trip ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure.
Tour includes:
- Full transportation by Air-conditioned vehicle as tour program indicated
- 3 nights accommodation in twin-sharing room
- All the meals (B, L, D): B= breakfast / L= lunch / D= dinner
- Boat trip
- Cyclo trip
- Water puppet show
- Sightseeing fees and permits
- English/French-speaking guide.
