Half day to Incense Village & Hanoi Train Street

This short but immersive itinerary combines the rich cultural heritage of Hanoi with the stunning natural beauty of Halong Bay. Spend two days exploring Hanoi’s historic sites, vibrant Old Quarter, and authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Then, retreat to Halong Bay for an unforgettable overnight cruise, where you’ll marvel at limestone karsts, explore caves, and enjoy activities like kayaking and sunset viewing.
It’s the perfect blend of culture, adventure, and relaxation in northern Vietnam.
Included/Excluded
Upon arrival, our driver (NO GUIDE) will pick you up and take you to your hotel in Hanoi. The balance of the day is free at your leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Hanoi, located on the banks of the Red River, is one of the most ancient capitals in the world. Visitors can find well-preserved colonial buildings, ancient pagodas, temples, and unique museums within the city center.
Have breakfast at the hotel & be ready for the trip in the lobby
Our guide will pick you up at the hotel between 08:05 am and 08.10 am
08h30: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
09h00 – 9h15: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda which worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world.
10h30-11h00: Visit one of 2 options below
Option 1: Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam (Tuesdays-Thursdays-Saturdays & Sundays)
Option 2: Visit Bat Trang ceramic village where we can explore the daily life of the locals & learn about the process of how to make a perfect product (on Mondays-Wednesdays – Fridays)
12h30: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
13h30 – 13h45: Continue visiting the Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century.
15h45: Leave for Hoan Kiem Lake to visit Ngoc Son Temple, which honors General Tran Hung Dao who defeated the invader in the 13th century.
16h15: Tour finishes. Back to the hotel
8h30: After breakfast, our driver (no guide) will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Ha Long.
Our trip follows Hanoi – Haiphong – Tuan Chau Highway (about 3 hours of driving)
12h00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, and get on the cruise with a warm welcome from the crew.
Enjoy a welcome drink then start the excursion to discover the beauty of the world heritage site.
12h30: Lunch time. While having lunch, the boat will pass by the scenery on both sides with thousands of limestones such as Fighting Chicken and Incense Burner Islets – 2 symbols of Ha Long Bay.
14h00: Arrive at Bo Hon Island, and visit Sung Sot cave – the most beautiful cave with many stalagmites and stalactites.
14h45: Do kayaking or a bamboo boat through Luon cave to discover the beautiful lagoon.
15h15: Visit Ti Top Island with its sandy beach. You can go swimming here or trek up the top of the island for sightseeing all over Ha Long Bay.
17h45: Arrive back at the Harbor. Get on the bus and return to your hotel in Hanoi.
Breakfast at your hotel, then our driver (NO GUIDE) will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.
End of service!
Terms And Conditions
* The tour won’t be confirmed until 50% of the tour’s total cost is paid at the moment of confirmation
* Deposit paid by credit card online link will be charged 3.3%, which is the third party (OnePay Vietnam) regulations
Cancellation And Refund Policies
Count on the deposit amount and clients will pay the transaction fee
* Airfare is NOT refundable
* Cancellation within 21 days notice will be 100% refunded
* Cancellation with 14-20 days notice will be 75% refunded
* Cancellation with 7–13 days notice will be 50% refunded
* Cancellation with 6 days notice will be 0% refunded
* Cancellations due to subjective conditions such as typhoons, earthquake terrorism, or pandemics will be 100% refunded or discussed in a more beneficial way for guests
* When cancellation is a must for tourists, such as when family members pass away or the flight is canceled or delayed, we will base it on reality to help our guests lose as little as possible from our honesty
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Excellent 5D4N Trip – Hanoi, Halong, Da Nang We had a wonderful experience on our 5-day 4-night trip organized by Asian Link Travel. The itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to explore the highlights of Hanoi, the stunning scenery of Halong Bay, and the charm of Da Nang with ease and comfort. A special thank you to Ms. Dieu Anh, who was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and always attentive to our needs. Her enthusiasm and professionalism made the trip even more enjoyable and stress-free. We truly appreciated her quick responses and thoughtful recommendations throughout the journey. Highly recommend Asian Link Travel for anyone looking for a smooth and memorable travel experience in Vietnam!
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We had a nice trip in the bay with our family. Well- done, exellent services, friendly staffs
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