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6-Day Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay Tour with Van Long
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Overview
The 6-Day Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay Tour with Van Long begins with your arrival in Hanoi and ends with a private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport. The journey combines Hanoi’s history and food culture with the limestone scenery of Ninh Binh, an overnight Ha Long Bay cruise, and the traditional ceramic craftsmanship of Bat Trang.
Begin with a Hanoi motorbike street food tour, then explore the capital’s historical landmarks, the Old Quarter, and a traditional water puppet show. Travel south to Van Long Nature Reserve for a peaceful bamboo-boat ride before cycling through the Tam Coc countryside and climbing Hang Mua for panoramic views. Continue to Ha Long Bay for an overnight cruise, then return toward Hanoi with a stop at Bat Trang Pottery Village for a workshop visit and hands-on pottery experience.
With private transfers, guided local experiences, comfortable pacing, and time to explore independently, this itinerary offers international travelers a well-balanced introduction to northern Vietnam’s culture, landscapes, cuisine, and traditional crafts.
- Hanoi Motorbike Street Food Tour: Ride as a passenger through lively neighborhoods, stopping at selected eateries to sample Vietnamese dishes and experience Hanoi’s everyday food culture.
- Hanoi History & Old Quarter: Visit Ba Dinh Square, Tran Quoc Pagoda and Hoa Lo Prison before walking through traditional trading streets and historic corners of Hanoi.
- Traditional Water Puppet Show: Complete your Hanoi sightseeing with a traditional water puppet performance near Hoan Kiem Lake, adding a distinctive cultural experience to the day.
- Van Long Nature Reserve: Glide quietly through wetlands and limestone karsts by bamboo boat while watching for local birdlife and, with luck, rare Delacour’s langurs.
- Tam Coc Cycling & Hang Mua: Cycle along peaceful village roads, visit Thai Vi Temple and climb Hang Mua for panoramic views across Ninh Binh’s countryside.
- Ha Long Bay Overnight Cruise: Spend a night cruising among limestone islands, enjoy onboard meals and join scheduled activities depending on the vessel, weather and local conditions.
- Bat Trang Pottery Experience: Explore this long-established ceramic village, visit a local workshop and try shaping a simple pottery piece with guidance from a craftsperson.
- Private Transfers & Balanced Pace: Travel comfortably between Hanoi, Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay, with guided sightseeing complemented by flexible periods of independent leisure.
Places you’ll see
Itinerary
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Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, meet your private driver for the transfer to your hotel in central Hanoi. After check-in, take some time to rest and settle in before your first local experience in the Vietnamese capital.
In the early evening, meet your local rider-guide and begin a Hanoi motorbike street food tour. Riding as a passenger, travel through lively neighborhoods and local streets, stopping at selected eateries to sample Vietnamese dishes and street-food specialties while gaining a closer look at Hanoi’s everyday life and food culture.
At the end of the tour, return to your hotel and spend the remainder of the evening at leisure. The motorbike street food experience is subject to your arrival time in Hanoi, and the evening program may be adjusted in the case of a late flight arrival.
Overnight in Hanoi
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After breakfast, begin your guided Hanoi city tour at Ba Dinh Square, where your guide will introduce the historical significance of the area surrounding the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and its connection with key events in Vietnam’s modern history.
Continue to Tran Quoc Pagoda, set beside West Lake, before visiting Hoa Lo Prison. Its exhibitions provide insight into Hanoi during the French colonial period and later chapters of wartime history.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Long Bien Bridge before continuing on foot into the Hanoi Old Quarter. Explore the bustling surroundings of Dong Xuan Market and walk along long-established trading streets including Hang Ma, Lan Ong and Hang Buom, with a stop at Bach Ma Temple to learn more about the history and spiritual traditions of the Old Quarter.
Later, make your way toward Hoan Kiem Lake and experience the atmosphere of Hanoi’s historic center before attending a traditional water puppet show in the late afternoon or early evening. After the performance, the guided program concludes and the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy independently.
Overnight in Hanoi
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After an early breakfast, leave Hanoi and travel south to Van Long Nature Reserve, a peaceful wetland surrounded by dramatic limestone mountains.
Board a traditional bamboo boat and glide quietly through reed-lined waterways and striking karst scenery. Along the way, keep watch for local birdlife and, with some luck, the rare Delacour’s langur. Wildlife sightings occur naturally and therefore cannot be guaranteed.
Continue to Tam Coc for lunch in a local setting surrounded by the rural scenery of Ninh Binh. After a short break, set out on a relaxed countryside cycling experience, following quiet village roads through rice fields and limestone valleys. Stop at Thai Vi Temple to learn about its historical connection with the Tran Dynasty.
Later in the afternoon, continue to Hang Mua. Guests comfortable with a more active climb can ascend approximately 500 stone steps to the viewpoint on Ngoa Long Mountain. From the summit, take in panoramic views over the Tam Coc countryside, rice fields and surrounding limestone formations before descending and continuing to your accommodation.
Activity level: Moderate. The cycling is generally easy, while the Hang Mua climb is steep and can be demanding in hot or humid weather.
Overnight in Tam Coc
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After an early breakfast, leave Tam Coc and travel toward Ha Long Bay, passing through the countryside of northern Vietnam along the way.
Arrive at the cruise harbor around midday and complete the boarding procedures before settling into your cabin. Lunch is served on board as your Ha Long Bay overnight cruise begins among the bay’s limestone islands and seascapes.
During the afternoon, join the cruise’s scheduled excursion. Depending on the selected vessel, weather conditions, tides and local regulations, the program may include a cave visit, kayaking, swimming, bamboo-boat ride or another activity arranged by the cruise operator.
Return to the vessel afterwards and spend some time relaxing on the sundeck as the cruise continues toward its designated overnight anchorage. In the evening, enjoy dinner on board, followed by free time to unwind and make use of the available onboard facilities.
Guided activities: Afternoon excursion according to the scheduled Ha Long Bay cruise program.
Activity level: Easy to moderate, depending on the cruise excursion.
Overnight in Ha Long Bay
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Wake to the peaceful morning scenery of Ha Long Bay and enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise continues through the limestone landscape.
Join the vessel’s scheduled morning cruise activity, then return on board for brunch. Afterwards, complete the check-out procedures and disembark at the harbor.
Meet your driver and guide and travel back toward Hanoi, stopping at Bat Trang Pottery Village, a long-established ceramic community on the banks of the Red River. Take a guided walk through the village and visit a local pottery workshop, where you can learn how ceramic pieces are shaped and produced using techniques passed down through generations.
Complete the visit with a hands-on pottery-making experience, trying to shape a simple ceramic piece with guidance from a local craftsperson. Afterwards, continue to Hanoi, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi
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After breakfast, enjoy your final hours in Hanoi at leisure, with time for shopping, relaxing or exploring independently according to your interests and flight schedule.
This part of the day is entirely self-guided, allowing you to experience the city at your own pace. Hotel check-out is normally around 12:00 PM, although luggage storage may be available if you have a later departure.
At the appropriate time, meet your private driver and transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your onward flight.
End of tour upon arrival at Hanoi Airport.
Meeting & Pickup
Dates & Availability
Important Information
Expand All- International airfares and any applicable airport taxes
- Meals or drinks not specifically outlined in the daily program
- Entry visas where required, depending on your nationality
- Personal spending, including laundry, calls, or refreshments outside the itinerary
- Travel insurance, which we recommend arranging prior to departure
- Any optional activities, services or experiences not specified in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and drivers (suggested: USD 3–5 per person per day)
If you need help arranging anything beyond the program, our team will be happy to assist.
- Keep your luggage light and stay comfortable. We recommend bringing:
- Lightweight and breathable outfits for warm conditions
- Swimwear, flip-flops, and quick-dry towels for Halong Bay cruises or coastal extensions
- Proper walking shoes for comfort and support
- Sun protection essentials: sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle
- Personal care essentials and required medications
Optional: snacks, a camera, and a small daypack for daily excursions.
Don’t worry — we’ll guide you with more details before your trip.
Payment
- A 30% deposit is needed to guarantee your booking.
- The remaining balance is due at least 10 days before departure.
- Once your booking is confirmed, the deposit becomes non-refundable as hotels, guides and local services may be reserved in advance.
Cancellations
- In the event of cancellations, the following conditions will apply:
- More than 10 days before departure: 30% of total tour price
- 6–10 days before departure: 50% of the total tour price
- 3–5 days before departure: 75% of total tour price
- Within 3 days before departure or no-show: 100% of total tour price
- Cancellation deadlines are calculated based on working days in Vietnam, excluding weekends and public holidays. Please contact our team if your cancellation request falls close to a deadline.
Refunds
- Any applicable refunds will be processed after deducting relevant fees and banking charges.
- The time it takes to receive your refund may vary based on your payment provider.
- Hotel rooms are typically available from 14:00 and should be vacated by 12:00
- Early check-in or late check-out is available upon request (subject to availability and surcharge)
- Single supplement applies for solo travelers booking a private Vietnam tour
- Triple room option is available upon request
- Halong Bay cruise note: Cruise itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions, tide levels, and operational factors. Timing is approximate and may be adjusted as necessary
- The itinerary may be adjusted due to flight schedules, weather conditions, or operational factors
- Peak season surcharge: Additional charges may apply for Christmas Eve (24 December) and New Year’s Eve (31 December) Gala dinners
- Public holiday surcharge: Applicable during major holidays such as Vietnamese public holidays (Reunification Day 30/4 – Labour Day 1/5, Lunar New Year/Tet)
- Passports should be valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into Vietnam
- Visa requirements vary according to nationality and remain the responsibility of each traveler
- In unexpected situations, adjustments may be made with your comfort and safety in mind.
- Children under 2 years old: Free of charge (sharing bed with parents; limited services included)
- Children from 2 up to 12 years (exclusive):
- 90% of the adult tour price (sharing bed with parents)
- 100% of the adult tour price (extra bed provided)
- Children aged 12 years and above: Charged at 100% of the adult tour price
- A child’s age is calculated based on the date of travel
- Only one child per room is allowed to share a bed with parents (subject to hotel policy)
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about this tour
What Are the Tour’s Starting and Ending Points?
The tour begins at Noi Bai International Airport, where you meet your private driver for the transfer to your hotel in central Hanoi. On Day 6, after free time in the city, your private driver takes you back to Noi Bai International Airport. The tour concludes with your arrival at the airport.
Do I Ride the Motorbike Myself on the Hanoi Street Food Tour?
No. During the Hanoi motorbike street food tour, you ride as a passenger with a local rider-guide. The experience takes you through lively neighborhoods and local streets, with stops at selected eateries to sample Vietnamese dishes and street-food specialties while experiencing more of Hanoi’s everyday life and food culture.
What If My Arrival Flight Is Delayed on Day 1?
The motorbike street food tour is scheduled for the early evening after your arrival, airport transfer and hotel check-in. As the experience depends on your actual arrival time in Hanoi, the evening program may need to be adjusted if your flight arrives late. Enjoy some free time for the rest of the evening.
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Customer Reviews
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MSMs.maria pia | Italy
Jun 26, 2026A Wonderful Week Discovering Northern Vietnam
We had a wonderful experience with Auasia Travel on our 6-day journey through Hanoi, Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay. From the beginning, Vana was extremely professional and had everything carefully organized. She kept in touch throughout the trip to make sure things were running smoothly, and whenever a small issue came up, it was handled quickly. That level of care allowed us to simply relax ..More -
MRMr.Kenny Tran | United States
Jun 20, 2026A Memorable Return to Vietnam After 40 Years
This 6-day journey through northern Vietnam was especially meaningful for me because it was my first time returning to the country in 40 years, and I was able to experience it together with my children.Everything started smoothly with our airport pickup in Hanoi, which saved us a lot of hassle after the flight. From there, the trip was well organized as we explored ..More -
MSMs.Vicki Sentell | Netherlands
Jun 14, 2026Wonderful Memories from a Well-Organized Northern Vietnam Trip
We had a great experience on our 6-day journey through Hanoi, Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay with Auasia Travel. From the planning stage, Ms. Hang Moon was very helpful and always responded quickly whenever we had questions. She listened carefully to our requests and did her best to make the arrangements work well for us.The itinerary offered a nice variety of experiences, ..More
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