Top Northern Vietnam Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay on this day trip from Hanoi, ideal for visitors with limited time. Cruise around Halong Bay with lunch onboard, then explore Surprise Cave by bamboo boat or paddle around by kayak. Relax or enjoy a swim at Titop Island, or hike to a vista point for sweeping views. Enjoy afternoon tea and watch the sunset over the scenic bay before returning to Hanoi.

Skip the hassle of piecing together boats and bike rentals and savor Ninh Binh’s highlights on this guided door-to-door experience. You’ll visit Hoa Lu, once capital of Vietnam, explore Mua Cave and take in views from the mountain above, ride a boat through the Tam Coc caves, and cycle through the fields to Bich Dong Pagoda cave temples. Your day includes a restaurant lunch and small-group transfers by limousine minivan.

Escape the bustling confines of Hanoi city, and breath the fresh air on this full-day rural Vietnam tour. With a local lunch of goat meat, fried rice and local fruits onboard, you’ll be fueled for an afternoon of action, taking in the scenery by both bamboo boat and mountain bike. See local villagers going about their daily lives as you come to appreciate a quieter slice of Vietnamese culture.

Navigating Hanoi’s busy streets on your own can be challenging, but on this food walking tour, you just need to follow your guide to tasty spots. Although the itinerary may change, possible tastings on include rice noodle soup with beef, snails, steamed pancakes, Vietnamese sandwiches and various kinds of donuts. You’ll also enjoy lunch or dinner at a restaurant, depending on the departure time you choose.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival with this Hanoi airport private arrival transfer. Meet your friendly driver when your plane touches down and avoid the headache of navigating a new city. Your professional driver will be waiting with a personalized signboard to whisk you off to your hotel of choice.

Spend 2 days cruising around Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay or Bai Tu Long Bay. Highlights include Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island for Halong, Cat Ba Island and Dark and Bright Cave for Lan Ha, and Thien Cahn Son Cave and Vung Vien Floating Village for Bai Tu Long. Tour includes accommodation at different luxury levels, meals, activities and round-trip transfers from Hanoi.

Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of Hanoi in a unique way as you explore the city in a Soviet-era GAZ-69 jeep. See a mix of city highlights and hidden gems in the capital of Vietnam and learn about the country’s history from your guide. Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening tours and enjoy a delicious street food meal and drink at a rooftop bar included in your package.

Discover the cuisine of northern Vietnam on a food tour of Hanoi. Hop on the back of a Soviet-era Minsk motorbike and zoom through the streets of the city in search of delicious dishes. Choose from a morning, afternoon, or evening departure and enjoy tastings of delectable street foods as well as a complimentary drink over the course of a few hours.

Learn all about Hanoi on this private, student-led walking tour of the city. You’ll visit several places, like Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, The Temple of Literature and National University, Hoa Lo Prison, and the Vietnam National Museum of History. Your guide will explain the history of them. Note that you can go at your own pace today, since this is a private tour for you and your party.

The Ha Giang loop is hailed as one of the most spectacular driving routes in the world. Enhance your experience of the stunning mountain landscapes on a private motorbike tour that saves you the hassle of arranging transport, meals, and accommodation. Not only will you be able to admire the sights as someone else drives, you’ll stay in homestays for deeper insight into local culture.

With thousands of years of history and entrenched in a clash of cultures, seeing Hanoi with a local guide is the way to go. You’ll do just that on this tour, traveling privately from traditional pagodas to bustling markets to serene lakes and more, going beyond the guidebooks and into the hidden corners of the city.

Hanoi is known for its tasty street eats, but knowing what to sample takes insider knowledge. Explore the city's diverse culinary scene, including vegan and vegetarian options, on this local-led foodie tour. Taste an array of regional foods and beverages, learn the little-known historical background of each dish, and see where locals prefer to eat. . You’ll also discover the history and architecture of Old Hanoi along the way.

For those short on time, book this group trip to Halong Bay for a full overview of the gorgeous bay and a chance to have a few adventures, too. Your guide will take care of all the details, like return transfers from Hanoi, a seafood lunch, kayaking, hiking, visiting Sung Sot Cave, and even a sunset party. You just need to be ready to enjoy your day on the bay.

Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter on foot with a foodie guide who introduces you to local cuisine. This street food tour takes you off the beaten path to food stalls and local eateries in the capital city. Sample authentic dishes and learn about Vietnamese cuisine as you discover the traditional guilds of ‘36 Old Streets.’ Handcrafted souvenir included.

Explore Hoi An at the most magical time during an evening tour from Da Nang—an ideal introduction for first-time visitors. Rather than traveling as a large group, you’ll enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour, and overcome the language barrier as you explore a night market with a local.

Taste your way through Vietnam’s capital city on this nighttime excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, hop on a motorbike and savor complimentary dishes like Banh Cuon (steamed roll cake), Bun Cha (grilled pork with vermicelli noodles), and Banh ran Ngot (salty and sweet donuts). Get an insider’s view of Hanoi’s food scene while exploring sites like the Old Quarter, Ngu Xa village, and the local hangout “Train Street.”

Any visitor to Hanoi is faced with a multitude of choices when it comes to Vietnamese cuisine. This private walking tour with a foodie as your guide takes away the guesswork. Let an insider lead the way to some of the best food stands and eateries in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. You’ll observe local life while filling up on flavors that make Hanoi a culinary destination.

Check out Hanoi’s French Quarter with a local guide, who will point out places you wouldn’t find on your own, and tell you all sorts of stories about the region’s history. You’ll keep costs down with this small group tour, but still have an intimate experience. Ice cream, tea and/or coffee are also provided along the way to keep you energized.

Learn to cook like a local during this lesson in Hanoi. After meeting up with an informative instructor in the historic Old Quarter, head to the city’s largest market and learn about the basics of Vietnamese cooking. Pick the best produce and spices, then cook several authentic dishes. Afterward, enjoy your creations while sipping complimentary rice wine.

Travelers who love the outdoors will enjoy this two-day hiking tour in the Sapa area from Hanoi. Experience some of the most beautiful landscapes in northern Vietnam: terraced fields, mountains, and small villages. Spend the night in a bungalow in a hill tribe village, Ta Van, where you can learn more about rural Vietnamese life and culture. Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour (max. 15).

Eating Vietnamese dishes is temporary, but learning to cook local specialties lasts for a lifetime. Opt for an insider experience during a cooking class in a local villa, a great choice for food lovers and families. As well as receiving personalized attention in a small group limited to 10, you’ll explore a local market and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off, an added benefit not usually included with cooking classes.

With this same-day cruise tour from Hanoi, see the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes of Ha Long Bay without taking several days out of your jam-packed travel schedule. Meet your driver in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and drive direct to the bays. Once there, board your cozy boat for an afternoon of cruising, kayaking on lagoons and swimming at secluded beaches.

Enjoy the stunning natural landscapes of one of Vietnam's most-storied provinces on this day trip by boat and bike from Hanoi. Journey into Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital, and the Tam Coc caves, just 110 kilometers outside of the city. This leisurely journey includes lunch and is ideal for all fitness levels. Choose from four tour options to suit your budget.