Northern Vietnam · TOURS
Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.
Ride a vintage army jeep through Hanoi’s alleys, landmarks, Train Street, Long Bien Bridge, and a satisfying local meal.
“It’s a great way to see Hanoi city - we both really enjoyed ourselves. Freddie was a fabulous tour guide and Tan the best driver!! We loved Hidden Gem (those yummy coffees), the activities, and most importantly hearing about the history of Hanoi.”
Explore Ninh Binh from Hanoi with Hoa Lu temples, Mua Cave views, a Tam Coc boat ride, cycling, lunch, and small-group transfers.
“Phong was absolutely incredible guide. He makes a full day trip to Ninh Binh amazing - we biked to a pagoda, boat ride, mountain climb, lunch, rice fields - more than we expected.”
See Hanoi by vintage motorbike, from backstreets and Long Bien Bridge to Train Street, with local food, coffee, guides, and hotel pickup.
“Danny is the best tour guide ever. Very safe, knowledgeable, funny. I highly recommend him and this tour”
Taste Hanoi classics, sip egg coffee, and watch a train pass close by on this flexible Old Quarter food tour for $19.
“This tour was awesome! Food was delicious and our guide Lee was so knowledgeable and taught us so much about the culture and history of Vietnam. Definitely book this!”
Taste Hanoi street food with a local guide, from noodle soup and pancakes to sandwiches, coffee, and beer, on a three-hour Old Quarter walk.
“Minh was amazing- knowledgeable, funny, relaxed, kind. I had the best time ever! Minh THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU WERE AMAZING!!!!!!!”
Review of a $33 Ninh Binh day tour from Hanoi covering Hoa Lu, Tam Coc by boat, village cycling, Mua Cave, lunch, and transport.
“We booked our full-day tour in Ninh Binh at the very last minute after hearing so many incredible things from other travelers—and it ended up being one of the absolute highlights of our Vietnam trip, right up there with Sa Pa and Ha Long Bay. Yes, it is touristy, but honestly, it’s easy to see why. The boat ride through the river, surrounded by towering limestone mountains and lush scenery, is simply jaw-dropping. Photos really don’t do it justice. Being there in person feels peaceful, surreal, and unforgettable all at once. The day was well organized and gave us a great overview of what makes Ninh Binh so special. If…”
Review of Hanoi’s Ninh Binh day trip, with Bai Dinh or Hoa Lu, Trang An boat ride, Mua Cave hike, lunch, and practical tips.
“It was such a perfect day! Saw so many beautiful sceneries. The temple was impressive and our guide Henry was so knowledgeable about it all and also patient when we went up the Mua cave which I recommend to do such a rewarding view. Trang an river was out of a movie. I would go again and do a different path option for sure!”
See Ninh Binh from Hanoi by boat, scooter, and foot, with Tam Coc, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu, Bich Dong, and a local lunch in one full day.
“Guide is knowledgeable and friendly. Be prepared for any last minute minor changes but communication is good via WhatsApp etc.”
Taste Hanoi street food, explore Old Quarter alleys, and watch a train pass at Train Street on this small-group walking tour.
“Very interesting with loads of additional information about the culture and food in Hanoi Excellent”
Review of the Ninh Binh Heritage day tour from Hanoi, with Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave, cycling, buffet lunch, and limousine transport.
“Our guide Viet was great! Thank you! We had very heavy rains but they kept adjusting to the latest weather conditions to give us the best experience. It made it very unique and fun!”
Review of Halong Bay’s $40 day tour from Hanoi, with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, seafood lunch, and sunset cruise.
“A great day out. Our guide, Tinh, was excellent and took us around the sights calmly. Halong Bay is very touristy which is to be expected so be prepared for crowds. I’m glad we chose the day trip as I feel we saw so much. The boat we went oRead more”
Taste Hanoi’s local street food, learn from an English-speaking guide, and watch a train pass close by on this three-hour Old Quarter walk.
“Thomas was a fantastic guide. We did this tour the first day we arrived in Hanoi and it was a great introduction to all the street food you can eat. The food was all delicious and Thomas was friendly and really helpful. Loved finishing the tour on Train Street. Can't recommend this enough.”
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Taste Hanoi’s Old Quarter on foot with local guides, six or more dishes, egg coffee, and an optional Train Street stop for $14.
“The food was delicious. I loved being able to go to local places where I could eat food that was traditional and well made. Our guide April was a great conversationalist and had a lot to say about Vietnamese culture and history.”
Review of the 2-day Hera Cruise in Halong Bay, with Hanoi transfers, kayaking, caves, Ti Top Island, meals, Tai Chi, and cabin details.
“Its a unique kind of honeymoon as well de stress from normal work life. A good vibes seeing the nature and well caves.”
Explore Hanoi by Army Jeep, from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Temple of Literature to train tracks, back alleys, West Lake, and egg coffee.
“This was so much fun and very informative. Louis provided a lot of information and he had great details. I am glad I got to see the “ Hanoi Hilton, and the Temple of Literature. And who can forget having a coffee while watching the train go by, closely, as you sip coffee! We also went to Backstreet Jeep Tours coffee place and navigate the very narrow alleys of Hanoi! This is a must do experience!”
Pick a bay, a valley or a bowl of noodles.
