7,8-Day North (Hanoi Tours) To Central Vietnam Adventure

Daily Highlights of the North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure You Can’t Miss

Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi – Touchdown in the Capital of Heritage

We start your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure right here within Hanoi, the nation’s historic heart. Hanoi is where your adventure begins, setting the tone for an adventure filled with culture, connection, and exploration.

Morning

• Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where you are warmly welcomed by your smiling Impress Travel tour guide with your name on the welcome board.
• Relax in air-conditioned comfort aboard your private transfer to your 4-star hotel, the picturesque La Siesta Classic Ma May, nestled in the heart of the Old Quarter, steps from the city’s finest attractions and cuisine.
• Relax after your flight, or enjoy a quick walk around to get an initial sense of the lively character of the neighborhood.

Afternoon

• Start your Hanoi tours by taking a leisurely stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, where there are local legends to explore along with serene scenery.
• Visit Ngoc Son Temple, situated on a small island connected by the red bridge.
• Step back into history at Vietnam’s first national university, the Temple of Literature, established in 1070. Your guide brings to life the tales of Confucian scholars and ancient learning rituals at this historic site.

Evening

• Enjoy your very first unforgettable Hanoi dinner at the legendary Cha Ca La Vong restaurant, where turmeric-marinated grilled fish is served with rice noodles and fresh herbs at your table.
• Stroll through the Old Quarter’s lantern-lit alleys after supper, where Hanoi’s true character comes to life at night. Your guide may recommend off-the-beaten-path cafés, rooftop observations, or cultural performances that match your vibe.

Day 2: Cruise Through the Mythical Waters of Ha Long Bay

Morning

• Break your fast at the hotel, then enjoy an easy 2.5-hour drive from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay with your Impress Travel guide, who has entertaining tales to share about local lore and geography along the route.
• Upon your arrival, you’ll check in on board the elegant La Regina Royal Cruise, your floating boutique hotel for the evening.

Afternoon

• Relax with an introductory drink and safety briefing to accompany you to a seafood buffet lunch while the cruise sails past thousands of limestone karsts emerging from emerald waters.
• Stop by the stunning Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, the largest and one of the best-known of the Ha Long Bay caves, to be awed by cathedral-like interior chambers.
• Complete with a calming kayaking or bamboo boat trip around Luon Cave or swim off the coast of Titov Island.
• Back to the boat to relax on the sun deck while watching a golden sunset over the bay.

Evening

• Participate in an interactive cooking lesson on deck, where the chef introduces you to spring roll making, an entertaining and delicious hands-on activity.
• Indulge in an intimate set dinner onboard. Then, you can have a go at squid fishing or simply relax in your cabin, listening to the sound of the waves caressing the hull.

Day 3: From Ha Long to Imperial Hue via Hanoi

Today’s leg of the North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure is an effortless link from the sea to the city and on to the royal capital of Hue.

Morning

• Begin the day at an early hour with an early-morning Tai Chi exercise on board amidst the silence of the bay and the rising mist.
• A light Western and local breakfast is served as the boat cruises past more of the beautiful rock formations of Ha Long Bay.
• Depending on the cruise route, experience a short hike around panoramic Ti Top Island or venture into Thien Canh Son Cave to see some incredible rock shapes.
• Back to the harbor and start your relaxing transfer back to Hanoi.

Afternoon

• Light refreshments will either be provided along the way or upon arrival in Hanoi, depending on the schedule.
• You’ll be transferred to Noi Bai Airport for your short flight to Hue, as part of your package.
• On arrival, you’ll be met by your central Vietnam guide and transferred to the beautiful Eldora Hotel Hue (4-star) – an elegant hotel with colonial French touches.

Evening

• Relax over an elegant dinner at Les Jardins de La Carambole, one of Hue’s top dining spots where both French and Vietnamese cuisine is served up in an old restored colonial villa.
• Rest tonight, tomorrow we enter the splendor of Vietnam’s imperial era.

Day 4: Royal Relics & Perfume River Tranquility in Hue

Morning

• Start your day with a guided tour of the Imperial City (Dai Noi) – an expansive walled citadel that houses palaces, temples, and the erstwhile powerful Nguyen emperors. Pass through the Ngo Mon Gate, visit Thai Hoa Palace, and experience the heritage of Vietnam’s royalty.
• A serene visit to the historic Thien Mu Pagoda, situated along the Perfume River, with a seven-story tower and the secrets of monks and revolution.

Afternoon

• Visit the Y Thao Garden Restaurant for the luxury of a royal-themed lunch served amidst a serene garden ambiance at this traditional house.
• Visit either the Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang or Tomb of Tu Duc during the afternoon, both breathtaking pieces of work in themselves, nestled amidst serene pine forests and lotus ponds.
• Optional hands-on cultural activity: gain some hands-on experience at a local workshop where you paint your own conical hat or learn to make incense an exquisite memento of your visit to Hue.

Evening

• At dusk, take an evening boat ride on a private boat along the serene Perfume River, lulled by live traditional Hue folk songs (Ca Hue) sung by local artists.
• Relax over an appetising light repast on board or at the elegant Ancient Hue Garden Houses, an enclave of heritage villas where art, cuisine, and ambiance unite.

Day 5: Hai Van Pass to Da Nang & Hoi An

Morning

• Leave Hue for the day after breakfast and drive at your leisure along the world-famous Hai Van Pass, a strip of road running between the sea and the mountains. 
• Visit Hai Van Quan, an ancient gate that is the natural boundary between Hue and Da Nang, with spectacular views over mist-shrouded hills and the East Sea.

Afternoon

• Continue south towards Da Nang, stopping at the sacred Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula, where you’ll find the tallest Lady Buddha statue in Vietnam.
• Discover the secret grottos and temples of the Marble Mountains, an otherworldly group of five marble and limestone peaks.
• Make the most of a tasty Vietnamese lunch at the quaint riverside restaurant Madame Lan, famous for Central Vietnamese specialties.
• Arrive at Hoi An, where you’ll be staying at the high-end La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa (4-star).

Evening

• Step into a dream as you walk along the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An Ancient Town.
• You can enjoy dinner at the iconic Morning Glory Restaurant, where you can relish local delicacies such as cao lau and white rose dumplings.
• Stroll along the Thu Bon River, bargain at the silk shops, and bask in the ancient charm of Hoi An.

Day 6: Cultural Immersion & Coastal Leisure in Hoi An

Your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure comes to a relaxing pace today, interweaving engaging cultures with ocean views the perfect balance.

Morning

• Hop on your bike and cycle over to Tra Que Vegetable Village or Thanh Ha Pottery Village, two of Hoi An’s best-loved artisan communities.
• Participate in an interactive cooking course or give organic vegetable farming a try with local families. See firsthand how the region’s flavors are brought to the plate from farm to chopstick.

Afternoon

• Relish a healthy, tasty lunch at Baby Mustard, nestled right within the center of Tra Que Village.
• You have the afternoon free to enjoy. Visit An Bang Beach for sun, sand, and cocktails, or treat yourself to the resort spa.

Evening

• Optional tonight is dinner. To make it special, return to An Bang Beach to dine with your toes in the sand at The Deck House, where grilled seafood is the specialty of the house and the atmosphere is relaxed, seaside chic.
• Or you can simply have an idyllic evening at your resort, reminiscing about your favorite times on this unforgettable North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure.

Day 7: Farewell from Da Nang or Continue the Journey

As your travels near completion, today presents the opportunity to slow your pace and bask once again in the charm of Hoi An or head off to one last adventure.

Morning

• Relax at your leisure this morning, take one last stroll around Hoi An’s streets, purchase custom-made clothes, or have coffee by the river and watch the world pass by.

Afternoon

• Visit Da Nang for an farewell lunch at Bep Trang, renowned for mi Quang – one of Central Vietnam’s favorite noodle dishes.
• Transfer to Da Nang International Airport after lunch.
• For most, this is the end of their North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure, an adventure filled with tales, aromas, and vistas that linger long after you depart.

Day 8 (Optional): Explore the Fantasy World of Ba Na Hills

Morning

• Visit Ba Na Hills, only 45 minutes from Da Nang.
• Ride the world’s longest cable car up through tiers of misty mountains to the summit at 1,487 meters above sea level.
• Step across the legendary Golden Bridge, supported by gigantic stone hands, an image that has fascinated tourists the world over

Afternoon

• Stroll through the gardens filled with flowers of Le Jardin D’Amour, explore the historic French winery cellar Debay, or play arcade games or rides within Fantasy Park.
• Fuel up with an international buffet lunch at Beer Plaza, encompassed by mountain views and alpine building designs.

Evening

• Back to Da Nang, where you can have an evening farewell meal at Moc Quan, renowned for fresh local seafood and generous hospitality.
• After supper, transfer to the airport or hotel and end your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure with your heart full of joy and memorable experiences.

Tour Includes & Excludes in North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure

What’s Included in Your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure

• 6 to 7 nights at selected 4-star hotels and a cruise, including daily breakfast
• 1 night on board the La Regina Royal Cruise within the Ha Long Bay (Deluxe Balcony Cabin)
• Domestic flight from Hanoi to Hue (economy class)
• Meals specified in the program, including typical local fare
• Professional English-speaking tour guide along the entire journey
• Private air-conditioned car for transfers and sightseeing throughout
• Admission to all attractions and activities listed
• Cultural encounters: cooking lesson, Perfume River boat cruise, village tours
• Basic travel insurance throughout the tour
• 24/7 local assistance from the Hanoi Tours team at Impress Travel

What’s Not Included

• International flight to/from Vietnam
• Vietnamese visa (for most nationals, available online – visa assistance provided)
• Personal spending like laundry, beverages, phone charges, and purchases
• Tips for guides, drivers, and service crew (optional, but welcome)
• Additional activities not included in the program (spas, night shows, etc.)
• Additional expenses because of unforeseen changes, like weather or flight delay

 Where You’ll Stay: Comfortable 4-Star Hotels

On your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure, you’ll be accommodated in reliable 4-star hotels as well as a luxury cruise, providing you with comfort, optimal locations, and hospitable service.

• Hanoi: La Siesta Classic Ma May – centrally located, right in the Old Quarter, great for discovering the city.
• Stay at In Ha Long Bay: La Regina Royal Cruise – sleeping in one of their Deluxe Balcony Cabins overlooking stunning sea views.
• In Hue, the Eldora Hotel is an inviting hotel with refined decor, near the Imperial City.
• In Hoi An: La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa: serene and lush, within reach of both Ancient Town and An Bang Beach.

These thoughtfully selected stays make your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure relaxing, memorable, and smooth.

Essential Travel Tips for Your North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure

Best time to go:  We suggest going on this tour from September to April, when the north is dry and cool, and the central coast has balmy, sunny weather – great both for sightseeing and beach lounging.

What to pack:  Pack smart and light. Pack an evening light jacket for Hanoi and Hue, some comfy sneakers for walking, swimsuits for Hoi An Beach as well as Ha Long Bay, sunscreen, sun hat, and your camera because you won’t want to miss anything.

Visa information: A visa is required for entry into Vietnam by most travelers. You can get an E-visa for numerous countries. Visit our [Visa Services] page for current information and guidance.

Currency & tipping:  The local currency is the Vietnamese Dong (VND). In rural towns cash is king, but credit is accepted everywhere at hotels and restaurants. Tipping is voluntary but welcome particularly to guides, drivers, and cruise crew.

Local etiquette & cultural tips: When you visit temples and archaeological sites, dress modestly. A nod with a smile speaks volumes about your respect. Public display of affection is to be avoided as is the raising of your voice at sacred or official sites.

Wi-Fi & connectivity: Wi-Fi is ubiquitous at all hotels, restaurants, and cafes. To have improved coverage while traveling, purchase an airport or Hanoi SIM card it’s reasonably priced and simple to arrange.

Conclusion

All set to make your dream trip happen? The North (Hanoi tours) to Central Vietnam Adventure is your ideal opportunity to experience Vietnam’s history, beauty, and spirit with the trusted guidance of Hanoi Tours by Impress Travel.

Hanoi Head Office

• 125 Hoang Ngan, Hanoi
• Tel: (+84) 912 379 189
• Email: hanoi@impresstravel.com

Saigon Office

• 155 Ben Van Don, Rivergate, 4 District, HCM
• Tel: (+84)961675566
• Email: saigon@impresstravel.com