A cruise boat and a rowing boat among limestone islands, Halong Bay

Vietnam · 4 nights, 5 days

Vietnam: Hanoi & a Night on Halong Bay

from ₹35,400 per person, twin sharing, flights extra

Hanoi to Halong Bay

About this trip

A relaxed taste of northern Vietnam. Hanoi’s pagodas, temples and Old Quarter lanes, then a night aboard a cruise among the limestone islands of Halong Bay.

One of our Vietnam tour packages from Kochi. Flights quoted from your city.

Going from Kerala

There is no non-stop flight from Kerala at the moment: most routes from Kochi change once, in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or Bangkok, for Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. We fly you into one city and out of the other, so no day is lost going back.

The Christmas break suits the north (Hanoi and Halong Bay are cool and clear) and the south alike. In the April–May summer break, Da Nang and Hoi An are at their best. The Onam break is still good for Da Nang and Hoi An; the north is in its monsoon then: hot, green and showery.

Length
4 nights, 5 days
Route
Hanoi to Halong Bay

Vietnam at a glance

  • Cruise
  • Heritage
  • City break

Highlights

  • Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex
  • Temple of Literature
  • Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake walk
  • Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
  • Sunset and sunrise over the bay
  • Rowboat ride with local boatmen

Route

  1. Hanoi
  2. Halong Bay
  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • Transfers
  • Sightseeing
  • Cruise

Day by day

  1. Day 1:Arrive Hanoi

    Turtle Tower on its islet in Hoan Kiem Lake, among the trees of Hanoi
    Hanoi

    Your guide meets you at Noi Bai Airport and takes you into the city, with the rest of the day free.

    • Welcome by your guide at Noi Bai Airport
    • Private transfer to central Hanoi
    • Free time at leisure

    Meals:No meals

  2. Day 2:Hanoi City Tour

    A full day with your guide through Hanoi’s oldest temples, its grand squares and the lively Old Quarter.

    • Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple
    • Ba Dinh Square and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex
    • Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university
    • Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter

    Meals:Breakfast

  3. Day 3:Hanoi to Halong Bay Cruise

    Limestone islands rising from calm water in Halong Bay, Vietnam
    Halong Bay

    Drive to Halong Bay and board your shared overnight cruise to sail among the bay’s islands and caves.

    • Shared shuttle bus to Halong Bay
    • Board the shared overnight cruise
    • Seafood lunch on board
    • Swim stop and cave visit
    • Sunset from the top deck
    • Fresh seafood dinner

    Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on the cruise

  4. Day 4:Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Wake to sunrise on the bay, take a rowboat ride, then cruise back to the pier and return to Hanoi.

    • Sunrise over the bay
    • Rowboat ride with local boatmen
    • Brunch on board
    • Shared shuttle back to your Hanoi hotel

    Meals:Breakfast & Brunch on the cruise

  5. Day 5:Depart Hanoi

    Breakfast and perhaps some last shopping, then a private car to the airport for your flight home.

    • Breakfast at the hotel
    • Free time for shopping, flight permitting
    • Private airport transfer (driver only, no guide)

    Meals:Breakfast

What the price covers

Included

  • 3 nights in 3-star hotels (or similar), twin sharing, with 1 night on a shared Halong Bay cruise
  • Stays: Hanoi – La Dolce Vita Hotel; Halong Bay – Le Journey Premium Cruise
  • 4-star and 5-star upgrades available
  • Daily breakfast, plus the meals on the cruise
  • Private airport transfers and private car for the Hanoi tour; shared shuttle to and from Halong Bay
  • English-speaking guide on touring days
  • Entry fees for the sights listed
  • Shared overnight cruise with guide on board
  • Bottled water on touring days

Not included

  • International flights
  • Vietnam e-visa and travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers (about US$3 per person per day)
  • Meals not listed, drinks and personal expenses
  • Christmas and New Year surcharge (24–25 Dec, 31 Dec–1 Jan)

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From our travellers

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We booked our Vietnam trip with Ethan Holidays and it was an absolute delight! From the smooth visa process to peaceful transfers and friendly guides. Our stays were super cute, many with pools and jacuzzis. And the sweetest part? They arranged a surprise birthday celebration for my friend on the cruise!

    Minsha Anto

    Vietnam trip · Google review

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We, a group of seven members, recently had a thrilling holiday in Vietnam for 8 days. The entire itinerary, travel and accommodation arrangements were done by Team Ethan, led by Ms. Ruby. We had a memorable vacation at two destinations, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, and the accommodation at both was very comfortable, with tasty food. The tour itinerary was perfect, with courteous and supportive local guides and comfortable travel by vehicle, and all of us really enjoyed the trip. Kudos to Team Ethan for arranging such an exciting trip.

    Johny P D

    Vietnam trip · Google review

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    We recently traveled to Thailand with Ethan Holidays and had the most amazing experience! Every detail was taken care of, from airport pickups to hotel check-ins, island tours, transfers, and even local recommendations. They customized the itinerary based on our needs, and everything ran like clockwork. What really stood out was their attention to detail and how quickly they handled last-minute changes.

    Manisha Mohan

    Thailand trip · Google review

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Before you ask

What does the price cover?

It is the lowest price per person for this trip, with two people sharing a room, for what the trip lists as included. Hotel standard: 3-star hotels. Flights from your city are quoted separately. Indicative price: it can change with dates and availability. Ask us for today’s price for your dates.

Do I need a visa?

Indian passport holders need Vietnam’s online e-visa, valid for up to 90 days, and we apply for it for you. Vietnam’s immigration department decides.

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When is the best time to go?

The south and Phu Quoc are best December to April, when Hanoi is cool and Halong Bay can be misty. The north is at its best in spring and from September to November; Da Nang and Hoi An February to August.

Can you change this trip?

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