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10 Days
Daily Tour
9 people
English, Vietnamese
Discover the highlights of Northern and Central Vietnam on a thoughtfully designed 10-day family tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, Lan Ha Bay, Danang and Hoi An.
This family-friendly journey combines Vietnam’s vibrant cities with peaceful countryside, spectacular natural landscapes, a relaxing overnight cruise and cultural experiences suitable for a memorable family holiday.
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival in Hanoi, your family begins a memorable journey through Northern and Central Vietnam.
After settling in, take some time to rest and get comfortable in the city. Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy a relaxed introduction to Hanoi and experience the atmosphere of Vietnam's vibrant capital.
In the evening, gather together for a welcome dinner, your first opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine and begin experiencing the country's rich food culture.
After dinner, return to your accommodation and relax before the journey into the Vietnamese countryside begins the following morning.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Leave Hanoi behind and travel south to Ninh Binh, where limestone mountains, rice fields and peaceful villages create a very different atmosphere from the capital.
After arriving, enjoy a countryside experience and a local lunch before continuing to Van Long Nature Reserve. Take a relaxing boat trip through the wetlands, surrounded by limestone landscapes and natural scenery.
Afterwards, check in to your accommodation and enjoy a peaceful evening in the Ninh Binh countryside.
Have breakfast at your hotel in Ninh Binh
Begin the day with a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class. This interactive experience gives the whole family an opportunity to discover local ingredients, cooking techniques and some of the flavors that make Vietnamese cuisine so distinctive.
Enjoy the dishes prepared during the cooking experience for lunch before continuing with a countryside cycling adventure.
Cycle through the peaceful rural surroundings of Ninh Binh, passing local villages and scenic countryside landscapes. Away from the busy tourist areas, the experience offers a closer look at everyday rural life in Vietnam.
After the cycling experience, return to your accommodation, enjoy dinner and some relaxing family time.
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
After breakfast, leave Ninh Binh and continue towards Lan Ha Bay.
Upon arrival, board your overnight cruise and begin your journey through one of Northern Vietnam's most spectacular natural landscapes.
12:00: Enjoying the welcome drink & check in at your cabin. Fabulous lunch is served while a Luxury Cruises starts its sail into magnificent Ha Long Bay
15:00: Explore Tra Bau Village with kayaking or bamboo boat
16:00: Back to Luxury Cruises for relax, Sunset Party, Cooking class
19:00: Have a special dinner on cruise
Enjoy overnight activities on board as squid fishing, the fabulous drinks at our bars, movies & karaoke, spa therapy, or just relax in your room.
Overnight on Cruise
06:00: Have a light breakfast.
After breakfast, leave Hanoi and travel south to Danang, the coastal gateway to Central Vietnam.
Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation and enjoy a more relaxed day by the beach.
After several days of countryside exploration and cruising, today's slower pace gives the whole family time to unwind and enjoy Danang's coastal atmosphere.
Spend your free time relaxing by the beach, enjoying the scenery or simply having quality family time together.
Overnight in Danang.
After breakfast, your guide will take you to Ba Na Hills, where you'll ride a cable car system that holds multiple world records and is recognised as one of the ten most impressive cable car systems in the world.
Midday: Buffet lunch at Ba Na.
Afternoon: Immerse yourself in a setting reminiscent of France, with a climate often likened to Dalat of Central Vietnam. Visit the flower gardens, wine cellar, Linh Ung Pagoda, and the Buddha Statue, and especially admire and photograph the Golden Bridge, famous for its unique architecture featuring giant hands holding up the bridge. Enjoy the Fantasy Park amusement area.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant. Transfer back to Danang for the night.
Overnight in Danang.
After breakfast, leave Danang and continue to Hoi An, one of Central Vietnam's most charming destinations.
Along the way, discover the Coconut Forest, where you can experience the distinctive natural landscape and peaceful atmosphere of the water coconut area.
Arrive at the attraction and begin a basket boat ride along the Coconut Forest (traditional round bamboo boat), cruising through the waterways to explore the local community and learn more about the daily life of Vietnamese fishermen. You will have the opportunity to try crab fishing and enjoy an exciting water-splashing performance by local boat rowers; watch impressive demonstrations of basket boat spinning and traditional net casting by the fishing village fishermen. Participate in fun singing activities on the river and listen to stories about heroic achievements during the resistance wars against the French and Americans
Head to Hoi An & visit the Fujian Assembly Hall to encounter ancient architecture, and see the Japanese Covered Bridge, Old houses,....
Enjoy dinner at the local restaurant. Walk around for shopping at Nguyen Hoang night market & enjoy the beautiful light of thousands of lanterns.
Today is your family's free-and-easy day in Hoi An.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before deciding how you would like to spend the day. You can explore more of Hoi An, revisit your favorite places from the previous day, enjoy local food, browse the shops or simply relax at your accommodation.
With no fixed sightseeing schedule, the day gives every family member the freedom to enjoy Hoi An at their own pace.
Take your time to enjoy the town, its local atmosphere and the surrounding countryside before your final evening in Vietnam.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Enjoy your final morning in Hoi An and have breakfast before preparing for your departure.
At the appropriate time, leave Hoi An and transfer to Danang International Airport for your onward flight.
Your 10 Days / 9 Nights Northern & Central Vietnam Family Journey comes to an end as you depart Vietnam.
Take home unforgettable memories of Hanoi, the peaceful countryside of Ninh Binh, the spectacular scenery of Lan Ha Bay, the beaches and mountains of Danang, and the timeless charm of Hoi An.
This itinerary is designed around a balanced combination of nature, culture, relaxation and sightseeing. It includes Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Lan Ha Bay, Danang and Hoi An, with countryside activities, an overnight cruise, beach time and a free-and-easy day.
The itinerary covers Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Lan Ha Bay, Danang and Hoi An across Northern and Central Vietnam.
Yes. The itinerary includes two nights in Ninh Binh, with experiences including Van Long Nature Reserve, a Vietnamese cooking class and countryside cycling.
Yes. The itinerary includes an overnight Lan Ha Bay cruise between Ninh Binh and Hanoi.
The itinerary includes one overnight cruise in Lan Ha Bay.
Yes. The tour travels from Hanoi to Danang on Day 6 and includes beach relaxation and a full day exploring Ba Na Hills.
Yes. Day 7 is dedicated to Ba Na Hills, including mountain scenery and family attractions.
Yes. The itinerary includes two nights in Hoi An, with the Coconut Forest and Hoi An Ancient Town on Day 8 followed by a free-and-easy day on Day 9.
Yes. The itinerary includes beach relaxation in Danang and a full free-and-easy day in Hoi An, allowing families to enjoy some flexibility during the trip.
Yes. The itinerary can be discussed and adjusted depending on your family's preferred travel style, accommodation requirements, transportation arrangements and available time.
The journey starts with arrival in Hanoi and ends with a transfer from Hoi An to Danang Airport for departure.
This itinerary covers Northern Vietnam and Central Vietnam, connecting Hanoi and Ninh Binh in the north with Danang and Hoi An in Central Vietnam.
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