Northern Vietnam Family Tour Package 5 Days

Arrival in Hanoi, meet and welcome. Then transfer to the hotel.

Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, our guide and driver will welcome you at the pickup lobby, and then take you to your hotel located in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The guide will provide briefing information about culture, traffic, cuisine, and the city’s main attractions during the drive from the airport to the city center (approximately 45 minutes).

Arrive at your hotel. Complete check-in and have a rest.

Please note: Check-in time at the hotel is 14:00.

For the remainder of the day, you are free to relax and leisurely explore the city.

Take an excursion to the pottery village of Bat Trang, Temple of Literature. Then drive to explore the Old Quarter, and indulge in a water puppet show.

At 8:30 AM, be picked up from your hotel to take to Bat Trang Village, situated on the Red River bank, 20 km from the center of Hanoi. This is one of the most renowned traditional craft villages in the country that specializes in porcelain. After more than 700 years of existence and development, the local people still blow their souls into the soil fibers every day to create sophisticated ceramic products. Bat Trang stands as a living testament to Vietnam’s artistic and historical legacy. 

Upon arrival, we’ll tour the Bat Trang communal house, built in 1720 to worship the village tutelary god (Thanh Hoang) who established the porcelain craft village. Visit a family-owned factory where your guide will explain to you the processes involved in crafting ceramic products. Here, you will have the chance to watch craftsmen work, learn about ceramic crafts, join in hands-on experiences, and try making a ceramic product yourself. Take a stroll to explore the village, admire the beautiful products showcased in the shops, and purchase handcrafted ceramics as souvenirs.

Drive back to the city center and take a break for lunch (at your own expense), then visit the Temple of Literature. This historic site was constructed during the Ly Dynasty in the 11th century to worship Confucius and teach the children of the royal family and nobility. Take a walk in the Garden of Literature (Giam Garden) and reach Khue Van Cac (Hanoi’s symbol). Continue to explore Quoc Tu Giam (Vietnam’s first university) and visit monuments like 82 Doctoral Stelaes (a world documentary heritage), the House of Ceremonies, and Thien Quang well…

Proceed the excursion by driving through the French Quarter, passing by Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace to the Old Quarter of Hanoi, founded in the 15th century as the trading center in the capital with 36 streets selling different typical products. Through many ups and downs, the Old Town is always considered a living museum in the heart of Hanoi. It is a harmonious blend of unique tube houses, open-air markets, temples, narrow lanes, and street vendors. The best way to stimulate all your senses is to explore the streets on foot.

Round off the day by enjoying a water puppet show. First appeared in the 11th century in the Red River Delta, it is a traditional form of performance in Vietnam that combines puppetry techniques, water effects, and traditional music. These performances are usually based on historical events, and legends or depict Vietnam’s culture, beliefs, and rural life through the use of puppets on the water.

Come back to your hotel. 

Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, hike to Bich Dong Pagoda, and go for a boat ride in Tam Coc.

8:00 AM, pick you up at your hotel, then depart to Ninh Binh. Located about 100km from Hanoi, this is a great destination to attract tourists with many natural, cultural, religious, and historical wonders. While transferring through the Red River Delta, you can stop to take photos at any time.

Visit and explore Hoa Lu, the first capital of the feudal state centralization in Vietnam (from 968 to 1010). The citadel of Hoa Lu is surrounded by limestone mountains and rivers, which form a natural protective layer and provide a stunning landscape.

The next destination is The Temple of King Dinh & King Le. This temple is dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang (the founder and ruler of the Dinh dynasty from 968 to 980) and Emperor Le Dai Hanh (the founder and ruler of the pre-Le Dynasty for 24 years from 980 to 1005), two important emperors in Vietnamese history who played a key role in securing the independence of the nation after 1000 years of Chinese rule. Both temples followed the architectural model of the pattern of a facing pair along the celestial axis and were built in the 17th century. Known for its spiritual atmosphere, coming here will help you learn more about Vietnamese history and culture.

Continue to visit Bich Dong, a characteristic ancient pagoda of the Red River Delta countryside, constructed in the 15th century. The temple complex is made up of 3 separate pagodas located from low to high on a limestone mountain, including the Lower Pagoda (Chua Ha), the Middle Pagoda (Chua Trung), and the Upper Pagoda (Chua Thuong). On arrival, cross a stone bridge to Chua Ha, from here climb over 100 steps to Chua Trung. Then hike up to Chua Thuong. These pagodas are nestled inside caves amid beautiful natural landscapes, decorated and carved with intricate to create a pure and spiritual atmosphere.

After having lunch, travel to Tam Coc which has been likened to “Halong Bay on land” featuring its stunning picturesque scenery, and it was the setting for the famous French film “Indochina”. Once at the pier, you will board a private sampan boat for a 90-minute cruise along the Ngo Dong River. Pass through 3 natural caves and enjoy the poetic scenery of rice fields, majestic limestone mountains, and small villages on both sides of the river.

Return to Hanoi around 18h00.

Transfer to Bai Tu Long bay, explore Cap La island, and participate in activities such as kayaking and swimming.

We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and take you to Bai Tu Long Bay. On the 3-hour journey from Hanoi to Bai Tu Long, drive to pass through a series of villages and fields in the Red River Delta. Stop to drink and use the restroom along the way. Continue your journey, arriving at the harbor around midday. You will be given a warm welcome at the reception for the cruise.

12:45: Enjoy the welcome drinks from our staff. Listen to an onboard safety briefing, then check in your cabin.

13:30: Enjoy a lunch featuring delicious Vietnamese dishes as the cruise slowly heads towards the heart of Bai Tu Long Bay.

15:00: Disembark and explore Cap La Island, a wonderful destination with its stalactite caves, pristine white sand beach, and tranquil waterscape. Travelers can take part in swimming, sunbathing, relaxing, or kayaking through the karst to explore the beauty surrounding the island.

17:30: Back to the boat for sunset time with tea and fresh fruit. This time is regarded as “Happy Hour” – “Buy two, get one free” while our cruise is navigating to the overnight anchorage. In addition, our tour guide will also organize a cooking class at this time, providing the opportunity to make Vietnamese cuisine by yourself.

19:00: Savor a sumptuous set dinner on board.

20:30:  Free time to relax on the sundeck, listen to music, or try squid fishing.

If you would like to participate in the karaoke activity, please inform our guide.

Stay aboard for the night at Bai Tu Long Bay.

Discover Thien Canh Son cave, experience an amazing sailing route, get back to Hanoi, and depart.

06:30: Brighten up your new day with a session of Tai Chi.

7:00 AM: Enjoy a Western-style breakfast served with traditional Vietnamese dishes. Coffee and tea are available.

8:00 AM: Discover Thien Canh Son Cave, a popular destination in Bai Tu Long Bay with its unique natural charm and enchanting scenery. Your guide will introduce the formation history of Ha Long Bay, and Bai Tu Long Bay, knowing this cave was completely created by Mother Nature. Climbing over 100 steps into the cave, you will be astounded by its mysterious and magnificent beauty with thousands of sparkling stalactites. Up to the highest position of the Thien Canh Son Cave, you can admire the panoramic view of the Bai Tu Long Bay.

09:30: Return to your boat by tender and finish packing your belongings.

Please take all of your personal belongings from your cabin. Heavy baggage can be left in front of the cabin and our staff will take it directly to the pier for you. 

10:30 AM: Join in and show off your ingenuity and creativity with the fruit carving activity.

11:00 AM: Savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch.

12:00: Dock at Hon Gai pier.

Meet the driver at the harbor, and then transfer back to Hanoi. We will drop you off at your hotel (located in the Old Quarter of Hanoi).

A private driver will be at the hotel (in the Old Quarter) and drive you for about 45 minutes to the Noi Bai airport (international or domestic hall according to your need). Thanks for visiting our city.

Note: Please arrive at the airport 3 hours before departure time for international flights and 2 hours before departure for domestic flights.