Multi-Day Guided Tours (10–15 Days) Hanoi Tours From HCM

Tour Overview of Hanoi tours from HCM

Ready for the most exciting, enriching travel journey through Vietnam? We present to you the best of our carefully crafted Hanoi tours from HCM, an odyssey that takes you through vibrant cities, historic capitals, river deltas, jade bays, and foggy mountains. Every day opens up a new aspect of Vietnam’s beauty, and each destination adds layers to your knowledge of its culture.

Whether you opt for an intimate 10-day journey or a full 15-day cultural journey, these Hanoi Tours are designed to offer equilibrium between history and contemporary, rest and exercise, and city living and nature. All of our accommodations are personally selected 4-star venues to guarantee both comfort and authenticity every step of the way.

Below is your at-a-glance journey map for our Hanoi tours from HCM:

Day	Location	Highlight	Accommodation
Day 1	Ho Chi Minh City	Arrival & Welcome Dinner	Liberty Central Saigon 4*
Day 2	Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi	War history & tunnel exploration	Liberty Central Saigon 4*
Day 3	Mekong Delta (Ben Tre/Cai Be)	Boat cruise & local culture	Liberty Central Saigon 4*
Day 4	Flight to Hanoi	Old Quarter stroll & water puppet show	La Siesta Trendy 4*
Day 5	Hanoi	City tour & street food experience	La Siesta Trendy 4*
Day 6	Transfer to Halong Bay	Embark on a luxury cruise	Athena/Alisa Cruise 5*
Day 7	Halong Bay – Back to Hanoi	Morning Tai Chi, return by noon	La Siesta Trendy 4*
Day 8	Night train/bus to Sapa	Scenic overnight journey	Onboard cabin or limousine
Day 9	Sapa	Cat Cat Village, trekking	Pistachio Hotel 4*
Day 10	Sapa – Back to Hanoi	Lao Chai – Ta Van villages	Overnight train or bus
Day 11	Transfer to Ninh Binh	Hoa Lu & Tam Coc/Trang An	Hidden Charm Hotel 4*
Day 12	Ninh Binh – back to Hanoi	Bai Dinh Pagoda	La Siesta Trendy 4*
Day 13	(Optional) Pu Luong / Mai Chau	Rice terraces & ethnic culture	Pu Luong Natura / Ecolodge
Day 14	Pu Luong / Mai Chau	Bamboo rafting & eco retreat	Pu Luong Natura / Ecolodge
Day 15	Return to Hanoi	Farewell dinner & reflection	La Siesta Trendy 4*

These Hanoi tours from HCM are not simply a tour an immersive journey of exploration of a nation’s heritage with locals who breathe and live their story. Make your next memory unforgettable with Impress Travel’s Hanoi Tours.

Day-by-Day Itinerary for Hanoi Tours from HCM (10-15 Day)

Day 1 – Arrival In Ho Chi Minh City

Morning

• Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will be met by our Impress Travel staff and transferred to your 4-star hotel located in Ho Chi Minh City center (recommended: Liberty Central Saigon).
• Take a brief rest after your overseas flight; it’s only now that your Hanoi tours from HCM are beginning.

Afternoon

• Explore the neighborhood around your hotel at your own pace.
• Recommended destinations: Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market, all great for your introduction to Saigon’s appeal.

Evening

• Have a welcome dinner at Ngon Restaurant, which offers an upscale twist on Vietnamese cuisine.
• Arrive in Hanoi. Meet your local guide and traveling companions. Get an overview of what is in store for Hanoi Tours.

Day 2 – Saigon City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnels

Morning

• Following breakfast, take an in-depth exploration of Ho Chi Minh City’s rich past and cultural blend:

• Visit the Reunification Palace – location for historic milestones that brought an end to the Vietnam War
   • Stop by the Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office – icons of French colonialism
   • Explore the War Remnants Museum – an emotionally moving display of war history and humanity

Afternoon

• Travel to the celebrated Cu Chi Tunnels (1.5-hour journey).
• Study guerilla warfare techniques and survival strategies employed by Vietnamese soldiers.
• Give crawling through a portion of the tunnel yourself for a unique perspective a try.

Evening

• Go back to the city and unwind with a scrumptious dinner at Bep Me In, an intimate restaurant that offers genuine Southern Vietnamese cuisine.
• A perfect end to an emotional and informative day of Hanoi tours from HCM.

Day 3 – Mekong Delta Excursion (Ben Tre Or Cai Be)

Morning

• Depart early for the Mekong Delta region of lush waterways and rural culture (around 2.5-hour journey).
• Hop aboard a motorboat to explore:
   • Traditional coconut candy and brick-making workshops
   • Floating through peaceful coconut palm canals on a sampan boat
   • Enjoy seasonal tropical fruits and honey tea in a local orchard
   • Listening to live southern folk music (Don ca tai tu)

Afternoon

• Lunch at a garden restaurant overlooking the river with regional Mekong specialties.
• Extend your rural immersion on a Xe Loi (motorised rickshaw) or bike ride on peaceful village roads.
• Interact with local farmers and craftspeople; this is authentic Vietnam at its best.

Evening

• Back to Ho Chi Minh City later in the day.Spendg some free time unwinding or taking in a panoramic night view from the Bitexco Skydeck.
• Consider all that cultural richness that today has brought to your Hanoi tours from HCM.

Day 4 – Flight To Hanoi – Capital Of Heritage

Morning

• Breakfast, then check-out and departure for the airport.
• Take a short flight to Hanoi, the cultural capital of Vietnam and the center of all Hanoi Tours.

Afternoon

• Arrive at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport, greet your guide from the north, and transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter (recommended: La Siesta Trendy Hotel).
• Take a stroll or simply relax near Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, both of Hanoi’s symbolic icons.

Evening

• Watch an entrancing performance of Vietnamese water puppetry at the Thang Long Theater.
• Dining at Cau Go Restaurant by the glistening lake.
• Ease yourself into Hanoi’s pace as your Hanoi tours from HCM begins its northern leg.

Day 5 – Hanoi City Tour & Street Food Adventure

Morning

• Immerse yourself in the essence of the capital by exploring its eternal landmarks:
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – Explore the resting place of Vietnam’s great leader
• One Pillar Pagoda – an architectural beauty that is reminiscent of a lotus bloom
• Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s oldest university and a Confucian learning symbol

Afternoon

• Proceed to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which displays the rich cultural diversity of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic peoples.
• Take a cyclo ride in the French Quarter to view colonial villas, opera houses, and boulevards with trees lining them.

Evening

• Go on a Hanoi street food tour with a local food expert, an important component of all genuine Hanoi Tours.
• Savor iconic dishes like:
   • Bun Cha (grilled pork with noodles)
   • Egg coffee – Hanoi’s creamy, bitter specialty
   • Sweet lotus seed soup and deep-fried rice balls, among others
• Let your palate take you on an adventure through Old Quarter at the end of a day.

Day 6 – Halong Bay Luxury Cruise Begins

Morning

• Leave Hanoi after breakfast by heading east to the stunning coastlines of Halong Bay (around 2.5-hour journey).
• Upon reaching the pier, check in to your preferred luxury cruise (recommended: Athena Royal or Alisa Cruise).

Afternoon

• Embark on your journey through one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Sail along emerald-colored waters in between limestone karst formations.
• Indulge in a sumptuous lunch onboard as your ship navigates past legendary formations such as Fighting Cocks Islet, Dog Islet, and floating fishing villages.
• Visit an amazing limestone cave or swim at an isolated beach based on weather conditions and the cruise itinerary.

Evening

• Participate in an onboard cooking class in which your chef-instructor will guide you through preparation of authentic Vietnamese spring rolls.
• Have a sunset cocktail party on the sundeck.
• In the evening, you may have a go at night squid fishing, or just relax with waves gently lapping at the vessel.
• This day remains a precious addition to your Hanoi tours from HCM.

Day 7 – Halong Bay Morning & Return To Hanoi

Morning

• Start your morning with a serene Tai Chi session on the deck overlooking the bay at sunrise.
• Following breakfast, venture on to another section of the bay by bamboo boat or kayak.
• Return by cruise to the harbor with brunch served onboard.

Afternoon

• Disembark and transfer to Hanoi by mid-afternoon.
• Return to your hotel (suggested: La Siesta Trendy Hotel).
• Leisure time to chill out, have a spa treatment, or go shopping in the Old Town.

Evening

• Optional dinner at a high-quality Vietnamese fine dining restaurant in Hanoi.
• Rest up before heading off on the highland adventure that lies ahead in your second Hanoi Tours installment.

Day 8 – Night Journey To The Mountains: Train To Lao Cai

Morning & Afternoon

• Free time to discover Hanoi on your own.
• Go to a local market, have a coffee at Giang Café (the birthplace of egg coffee), or try West Lake and Tran Quoc Pagoda.

Evening

• Transfer to Hanoi’s main railway station to board the night sleeper train to Lao Cai.
• Feel the rhythmic beauty of the Vietnamese railways from your comfortable cabin.
• Alternatively, take a VIP limousine service for a faster and convenient transfer to Sapa.
• Tonight begins your journey to the north highlands, a quintessential aspect of all genuine Hanoi tours from HCM.

Day 9 – Sapa: Cat Cat Village & Muong Hoa Valley Trekking

Morning

• Arrival at Lao Cai Station. Transfer up to Sapa (around 1 hour).
• After breakfast, explore Cat Cat Village, a quaint Hmong village with traditional wooden houses, water wheels, and an ethnic culture.
• Watch local crafts such as weaving and blacksmithin, and enjoy panoramic views overlooking the valley.

Afternoon

• Start a guided hike through the breathtakingly beautiful Muong Hoa Valley after lunch at a local restaurant (recommended: The Hill Station Signature).
• Stroll by paddy fields, bamboo forests, and serene streams. Encounter ethnic villagers in their everyday life.
• Book a stay at the trendy Pistachio Hotel Sapa and relax.

Evening

• Have a warm dinner at a hotel or a local mountaintop restaurant. 
• This immersive, full-day experience captures the strong cultural ties embedded in our Hanoi tours from HCM.

Day 10 – Lao Chai – Ta Van Trek & Return To Hanoi

Morning

• Start a gentle trek to the villages of Lao Chai and Ta Van, which are inhabited by the Black Hmong and Giay minorities.
• Explore traditional stilt houses, discover ethnic traditions, and take irreplaceable pictures of tiered emerald-green fields clinging to hillside slopes.
• Optionally, take a local herbal bath, a restful practice of the Red Dao people.

Afternoon

• Return to Sapa for lunch and time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Take a night train or a limousine bus to Hanoi.

Evening

• Transfer back to Hanoi tonight, feeling refreshed and inspired for the next part of your Hanoi Tours.
• You’ll be leaving mountains behind, though cultural ties will linger long after that.

Day 11 – Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital & River Cruise

Morning

• Breakfast in Hanoi in the morning, then travel south to scenic Ninh Binh province (2 hours driving distance). Nicknamed the “land version of Halong Bay", Ninh Binh boasts stunning limestone peaks jutting from rice fields and peaceful waterways.
• Your first destination is Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s capital in the 10th century. Visit the ancient temples of Kings Dinh and Le, which are surrounded by towering karsts.

Afternoon

• Head further to Tam Coc or Trang An, two of Vietnam’s most legendary landscapes in the north.
• Take a traditional wooden boat ride through narrow grottos, jade rice paddies, and sacred shrines an immersion in nature and history.
• Lunch at a local restaurant with goat meat, a delicacy of Ninh Binh.

Evening

• Stay at a 4-star hotel (such as Ninh Binh Hidden Charm or similar).
• Optional evening walk on rural trails or unwind with a foot bath with herbs.
• A serene day that will enrich your Hanoi tours from HCM with tranquility.

Day 12 – Bai Dinh Pagoda & Return To Hanoi

Morning

• Stop by the stunning Bai Dinh Pagoda, Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex.
• Admire the 500 Arhat statues and 36-ton bronze bell, and trek up to the top for views of Ninh Binh’s breathtaking scenery.

Afternoon

• Have lunch along the way and head back to Hanoi.
• Upon your arrival, check in at your accommodation in the Old Quarter.
• Leisure time for personal discovery or for finding souvenirs.

Evening

• Optional: Enjoy a traditional music performance or discover off-the-beaten-path cafes in the French Quarter.
• As your Hanoi Tours approach their end, now is the optimal time to reflect and express gratitude.

Day 13 – Optional: Pu Luong Nature Retreat Or Mai Chau Valley

Morning

• Leave Hanoi for a scenic 4.5-hour driving journey deep into the rural, scenic highland regions of Pu Luong or Mai Chau, your veritable eco-paradise getaway.
• Check into your accommodation: Pu Luong Natura, Pu Luong Retreat, or a quaint homestay in Mai Chau.
• Check in and enjoy panoramic views of rice fields with tiered levels of cultivation and wooded hills.

Afternoon

• Trek to secluded waterfalls or explore local Thai and Muong ethnic villages.
• Learn from locals who maintain ancient traditions about weaving, farming, and everyday mountain life.

Evening

• Enjoy a farm-to-fork meal at your eco-lodge, made with local produce.
• Optional starry night campfire. It is this slow travel aspect of Hanoi tours from HCM that is frequently cited by guests as being most significant.

Day 14 – Bamboo Rafting & Ethnic Encounters

Morning

• Begin your day with a short walk followed by rafting on bamboo through the gentle river that runs through the valley.
• Attend a local school or take a short cooking class with your host family if possible, depending upon time of year and availability.

Afternoon

• Lunch at the retreat.
• Optional nap or bath with herbs to rest up for your return.

Evening

• Light activities like a cultural dance show (in Mai Chau) or a peaceful evening by a firepit (in Pu Luong).
• Have nature and hospitality conclude this rural chapter of your Hanoi Tours.

Day 15 – Return To Hanoi & Farewell Dinner

Morning

• Say goodbye to the mountains after breakfast.
• Return to Hanoi, reaching there early in the day.

Afternoon

• Leisure time to do last-minute shopping or take a stroll around West Lake.
• Suggestions: Go to Quan Thanh Temple or have a final Vietnamese coffee at a rooftop café.

Evening

• A farewell dinner with your group and guide at an upscale Vietnamese establishment, commemorating adventures made in Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Sapa, Ninh Binh, and the resplendent highlands.
• It’s not just a journey; it’s the essence of Vietnam, revitalized by Impress Travel and lived to the fullest through our meticulously designed Hanoi tours from HCM.

What’s Included / Not Included in Hanoi tours from HCM

What’s Included in the Tour

Your Hanoi tours from HCM package are specially crafted to provide a smooth and rewarding experience from beginning to end. This is what’s included:

• Domestic flight: Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City
• All transfers to/from the airport and tours by private air-conditioned car.
• 4-star hotel stays along the way (Saigon, Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Halong Cruise
• Overnight Ha Long Bay luxury cruise
• Breakfast every morning and selected lunches/dinners according to specified itinerary
• Admission charges to all destinations referred to in the itinerary
• Boat tours (Mekong Delta, Trang An/Tam Coc, Ha Long Bay, and bamboo rafting in Pu Luong)
• Local guides fluent in English in every region
• Overnight train or limousine bus Hanoi – Lao Cai (round trip to Sapa)
• Cultural performances & activities (water puppetry, street food tour, visits to ethnic villages

What’s Not Included

In keeping with our Hanoi Tours’ flexibility and individuality, the below are not included:

• International flights from/to Vietnam
• Fees for visas (Available e-visas for most nationalities)
• Individual costs (drinks, laundry, souven
• Suggestions for drivers and guides (optional but welcome)
• Travel insurance (optional)
• Meals and activities not stated in the itinerary

Practical Travel Tips for Hanoi tours from HCM

Best Time to Travel Hanoi tours from HCM

Weather in Vietnam changes based on location, and timing is everything! October to April is best for this trip northwards cool, dry conditions in Hanoi, Sapa, and Ha Long Bay, with comfortable weather in Ho Chi Minh City as well as in the Mekong Delta. Summer from May to August sees lush scenery, particularly for hiking in the highlands, but with occasional showers.

What to Pack & Wear for Hanoi tours from HCM

Travel light but wisely! For city stops such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, wear breathable clothing and comfortable shoes. In the mountains (Sapa, Pu Luong), wear layers since mornings and evenings can get cold. Don’t forget your swimwear for the Halong Bay cruise and a light jacket in case of any unexpected rain.

Cultural Etiquette & Safety for Hanoi tours from HCM

Vietnamese people are welcoming, but modesty is to be respected. Wear shoulders covered upon entering temples and remove shoes before going into people’s houses. Always request permission before taking up-close pictures of locals.

While Vietnam is overall safe, keep valuables safe in transit and refrain from carrying large amounts of cash.

Connectivity, Currency & Visas for Hanoi tours from HCM

It’s easy to get connected; there are SIM cards with data at airports or local markets (Mobifone or Viettel are good bets). Vietnamese Dong (VND) is local currency cash is preferred in country areas, but credit cards can be used in urban areas.

A majority of tourists must obtain a visa to enter Vietnam. We strongly advise you to apply for an e-visa prior to starting your Hanoi Tours for a smooth landing.

Conclusion

From vibrant southern roads to soulful northern hearts, our Hanoi tours from HCM are not just a journey but an emotional journey through nature, culture, and people. Let Impress Travel lead you with trusted local knowledge and insider insights only.

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