HANOI
345 Tours Reviewed
Halong Bay, minus the fuss. This 2-day cruise is a smart way to see the headline sights without spending the days figuring out transport, since you depart and return from Hanoi with pick-up offered. Two parts I really like are…
Motorbikes and mountain views, minus the planning. This quick Ha Giang Loop packs the signature sights people chase in northern Vietnam, from Dong Van Town to Ma Pi Leng Pass and a boat ride on the Nho Quế River. The…
Two days in Ha Long Bay, and you feel it in your shoulders. This intimate overnight cruise gives you serious time on the water with Titop Island’s views, Luon Cave kayaking, and the famous Sung Sot Cave—plus you’re not stuck…
Two days, real village life in Sa Pa. I love the 100-year rice terraces around Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai, where the paths and viewpoints make photos easy. I also like the Giay homestay dinner at Ta Van, because…
Lan Ha and Cat Ba hit different. I like the way this cruise mixes 5-star comfort with a calmer bay route, plus a real focus on Cat Ba caves (not just the usual photo stops). Two things I’d put near…
A luxury bay cruise without the crowd. Amanda Luxury Cruise takes you through both Halong Bay and the calmer Lan Ha Bay, on a 20-cabin French-inspired iron ship where your cabin comes with a private balcony and bathtub. The vibe…
This is a fast, fun Bay break. Calypso Cruises runs a tight 2-day loop from Hanoi with kayak or bamboo-boat time in Lan Ha’s Light and Dark Water Cave area, then adds Cat Ba Island sightseeing plus night activities like…
Two days in the bay feels like more than it is. I love the small-group feel (maximum 15 people) and the high-touch onboard service that keeps the whole trip moving smoothly. One thing to factor in: transfers beyond what’s scheduled…
A pair of shoes and a big view. This guided Sa Pa trip packs Muong Hoa rice terraces and a real Ta Van homestay into just two days, with an overnight sleeper bus that lets you start trekking early. You’ll…
Lan Ha Bay feels personal on this small ship. I love the night kayaking for bioluminescent plankton and the 9 spacious cabins that keep the trip feeling comfortable, not crowded. One thing to consider: beverages are not included, so plan…
Ninh Binh in two days is a sprint, not a dream. Still, this private luxury setup makes it feel controlled: a comfy transfer, a proper resort room, and a packed circuit that hits the big-name sights without wasting hours. I…
Border waterfalls hit different. This 2-day trip from Hanoi brings you to Ban Gioc, where Vietnam and China share a dramatic waterfall setting, plus Nguom Ngao Cave and Mat Than Mountain. I like the way the route mixes loud scenery…
Sapa on a motorbike hits different. This 2-day, 1-night ride is built for real village life and big mountain views, with stops around Thac Bac Waterfall and Ta Phin’s lesser-known paths. I especially love how the day feels paced—scenery stops…
Halong Bay is famous, but the way you get there matters. This Orchid Premium Cruises trip is built around an easy Hanoi start, a one-night stay on a refined boat, and time to take in the Lan Ha Bay scenery…
The limestone scenery in North Vietnam gets real. This 2-day tour links Hoa Lu (Vietnam’s early capital) with Halong Bay highlights like Sung Sot and Luon Cave, plus kayaking, swimming, and a sunset party. I like that the days are…
