Home Combined tour NORTHERN VIETNAM & BANGKOK HOLIDAY

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Northern Vietnam and Bangkok, where timeless heritage meets vibrant city life.

Begin in Hanoi, Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital, where tree-lined boulevards, ancient temples, and colonial architecture tell the story of a rich past. Take a day trip to Ninh Binh to explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lư, glide through the limestone caves of Tam Coc, and hike to the panoramic viewpoint of Mua Cave. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay, cruising among towering limestone karsts, visiting hidden caves, and enjoying serene sunsets on the water.

From Vietnam, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s dazzling capital. Discover the grandeur of the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, marvel at the Reclining Buddha of Wat Pho, and admire the beauty of Wat Arun on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Experience the city’s vibrant waterways with a long-tail boat ride through bustling canals, revealing local life along the water’s edge.

This journey offers a perfect balance of natural beauty, cultural treasures, and urban vibrance across two captivating destinations.

Itinerary in brief

Day 01: Hanoi arrival
Day 02: Hanoi City
Day 03: Hanoi – Ninh Binh - Hanoi
Day 04: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Day 05: Halong Bay – Hanoi
Day 06: Hanoi – Bangkok
Day 07: Bangkok City
Day 08: Bangkok - Departure

Detail program

Detail program

Day 1:  Arrival in Hanoi
Arrival in Noi Bai airport, you will be picked up by our driver and then transferred to the hotel in the city center. Free time to explore the city or relax.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2:  Hanoi City Tour (breakfast/lunch/-)
Hanoi, located on the banks of the Red River, is one of the most ancient capital in the world, where travelers can find well-preserved colonial buildings, ancient pagodas, temples and unique museums within the city centre
8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City
08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake
It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of  Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world
  • Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
  • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
  • Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area
11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam
Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays
12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine
with 8 delicious dishes.
14.00-14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century
15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton”
16.15 -16.30: Return to your hotel
Day 3: Hanoi - Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave – Hanoi (breakfast/lunch/-)
07h25 – 8h00: Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for NinhBinh province
09h15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax
10h15: Visit HoaLư ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty
Here, we go cycling around the village for sightseeing & discovering the life of the local people
12h00: Have the buffet lunch at NinhBinh Excursion Restaurant designed with 5 stars-style with many local foods options such as goat meat, spring-rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice & vegetable salad….Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch
13h30: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hour bamboo boat.  You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land”
15h30: Get back to Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dragon Peak). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here. Besides, you can breath fresh air at very beautiful lotus paddy field nearby, especially in the summer time
17h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi
19h00: Get dropped off at Hotels in Hanoi.
Day 4:  Hanoi – Hạ Long  Bay (breakfast/lunch/dinner)
08:00 : Pick up at the hotel. Transfer to Halong Bay by shuttle bus
11:30: Arrival at Halong habour.
Embark on cruise by tender. Check-in, enjoy welcome drinks and cruise briefing
Enjoy lunch while cruising to magnificent Ha Long Bay, and admire the fascinating formations on the way
Luon cave - kayaking or bamboo boat
Luon cave excursion on bamboo rowing boat by locals or kayaking. This is one of the must-do activities in the bay.
Titop island – Climbing, Beach & Swimming
Your next stop is Titop island with its famous crescent moon-shaped beach and tranquil beautiful blue waters. Viewing Halong Bay from the peak of Titop island is another not-to-be missed activity.
Enjoy the best moments of the day at sundeck as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, enjoying drinks and a cooking demonstration.
Savour a delicious dinner
Night time squid fishing
Overnight on board
Day 5 : Hạ Long Bay – Hanoi (breakfast/brunch/-)
06:15 Enjoy sunrise on the bay. Morning Tai Chi session on topdeck
06:30 Light breakfast will be served in the restaurant
Sung Sot cave excursion: Explore Sung Sot Cave – the biggest and most stunning cave in Halong Bay
09:15 Check out of your cabin & bill settlement. Start cruising back to the port
09:30 Buffet brunch served at the restaurant
10:45-11:00 Back to the port.
11:15-11:30 Transfer back to Hanoi
Day 6: Hanoi – Bangkok (breakfast)
After breakfast we transfer to the airport and take a flight from Hanoi to Bangkok – Thailand.
Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel. The glorious history of the capital of Thailand, Bangkok is closely linked to the Chakri dynasty that still reigns but does rule in Thailand.
Check in at the hotel and free time for your relaxation.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 7: Bangkok City (breakfast)
After breakfast, we visit the Grand Royal Palace dedicated to the ceremony of the royal family of Thailand. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew which is known for the Statue of the Emerald Buddha. After visiting this complex, we continue to visit Wat Pho, a giant house of the lying Buddha. Then, we visit the Wat Traimit which is well known as the Golden Buddha.
Afternoon, boarding on a long tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and many bustling interior canals that offer fantastic views of local life close by. Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the temple of the Aube.
Return to the hotel and free time for relaxation.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 8: Bangkok - Departure (breakfast)
Morning you get free time at the hotel until transfer to airport for flight back home. End of service.

Services inclus

SERVICES INCLUDED:

  • Vehicles with English speaking Guide during the tour ( Tour guide is not avaiable on the bus to Halong bay);
  • Entrance fees (without camera fees) indicated in the itinerary;
  • One bottle of water;
  • Meals are as indicated in the itinerary;
  • Accomodation with Double room/Twin/triple sharing room.
SERVICES EXCLUDED:
  • Entry Visa;
  • International flights;
  • Drinks during the meals;
  • Meals are not indicated in the itinerary;
  • Personal expenses;
  • Insurance (of all kinds);
  • Tips for the guide(s), driver(s) and porter(s) & some other places;
  • Supplement staying in SGL room: 157 USD/pax;

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