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Discover Vietnam’s authentic culture and natural beauty on this immersive journey. Explore Hanoi, cycle through Ba Vi, cruise Halong Bay, visit the imperial city of Hue, wander the ancient streets of Hoi An, and experience the peaceful Mekong Delta. Along the way, enjoy local cuisine, connect with communities, and support sustainable tourism through our foundation.
Day 1: HANOI ARRIVAL
Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Start point
Noi Bai International Airport, Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Hanoi, 140800, Vietnam
Day 2: BAVI ECO TOUR (B/L)
This one-of-a-kind activity allows you to escape the noises and crowds of Hanoi and discover the authentic lifestyle of beautiful Muong Ethnic villages in Ba Vi. This tour is our special project that supports the local community and gives a true local immersion for our travelers.
Meet your guide at the hotel lobby and head out of the city to Ba Vi. Upon arrival, enjoy the fresh soft drink in Moc village and get ready for a cycling trip along the rice paddies and quaint villages, making a stop along the way at the neighborhood market. You will have a chance to interact with locals and see how they sell their products for a living. Then cycle back to your starting point, where you will be invited to the house of Mrs. Chin, who will teach you to cook the local meals. Try your hands on cooking Hanoi-style bun cha and spring rolls using fresh ingredients from a local market and Mrs. Chinh’s garden. Then enjoy the delicious meals you cooked for lunch.
With a full belly, say goodbye to the host family, and head to a 30-year-old tea plantation in Ri Village. A peaceful place to enjoy the greenery, this plantation plays an important role in providing tea products for the whole of Northern Vietnam. You will have a chance to help the owners harvest the tea leaves and see how the tea is dried and processed into the highest quality beverage. Spend some time at Mr. Duoc’s house, the owner of the large tea farm, before departing for a scenic trip back to Hanoi city center.
Overnight in Hanoi
Notes
Departure time: 08:00 am
Duration: 08 hours
Day 3: HANOI – EXPLORE THE WONDERS OF NINH BINH (B/L)
Have breakfast at the hotel, and depart Hanoi for a 2-hour drive to the Trang An Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh Province. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, Trang An is known for its spectacular landscape of limestone karst peaks whose sheer vertical walls rise abruptly 200m (656ft) above the surrounding land and water. Dense rainforest clings to the cliffs and peaks and blends naturally with rice paddy fields and rivers, creating a picturesque patchwork of color. Within the complex, visit Hoa Lu, which used to be the first capital of Vietnam’s centralized feudal state in the 10th century. While the ancient citadel has mostly disappeared, the temples of the Dinh and Le dynasties still stand surrounded by rice paddies.
Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, and in the afternoon head to Tam Coc, also known as “Halong Bay on Land”. Upon arrival at Tam Coc, take a 2-hour boat journey on the winding river and canals. Enjoy the views of the beautiful karst formations as you enter the natural caves formed under the hills.
After the boat trip, climb to Mua Mountain, which has a shape of a bell with a base sized around 800 square meters. On the left and right sides of the staircase, there are beautiful carvings of the dragon or phoenix. The way leading to the cave formed by a long stone staircase zigzags through the karst, there are nearly 500 steps to a simple altar to Quan Am (the Goddess of Mercy). Later you will be transferred to your hotel in Ninh Binh.
Overnight in Ninh Binh
Notes
Suggested departure time: 08:00
Tour duration: 8.5 hours
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What are the cancellation policies and how can I change my booking?
- More than 60 days prior to arrival date: 10% cancellation charge + airfare cancellation fees.
- 30 – 50 days prior to arrival date: 20% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 29 – 15 days prior to arrival date: 40% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 14 – 8 days prior to arrival date: 80% + airfare cancellation fees.
- 7 days prior to arrival date: 100 % (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)
- No show: 100% (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)
Please note: that the domestic flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.
Any policies are in place for children?
Yes, we offer special rates for children. The rate for children applicable for child sharing a room or cabin with two adults is as follows:
- For infant (0 – 2 years old): 10% adult rate.
- 03 – 11 years old: 85% adult rate.
- Child from 12 years old and above will pay as adult.
All tickets: Based on each airlines policy, the price for children will be applied at time of booking.
What are the payment terms for booking a trip with Realistic Asia?
You will be required to pay a deposit when booking with Realistic Asia. The deposit will be 20% of the full payment. Final payment is required no later than 45-60 days prior to departure unless otherwise stated. Some airfares or services must be paid in full at the time of booking.
Full payment must be completed by the agreed deadline prior to the service start date. Failure to settle the full payment within this time frame will result in the automatic cancellation of the booking, and Realistic Asia’s Cancellation Policy will be applied.
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