TourVietnam North to South
- 5★ hotels in three cities
- Flights from London plus 2 domestic flights
- Airport and road transfers
From£1,699per person · 2 sharing
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Hanoi & Halong Bay
Four nights in Hanoi and one night on a Halong Bay cruise, with breakfast, return flights and road transfers.
- 5 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From London, direct or with one stop
From
£1,149
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
Two sides of northern Vietnam in one trip. Spend four nights in Hanoi, close to the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, and one night on a cruise boat among the limestone islands of Halong Bay.
The package includes return flights from London, a 5-star hotel in Hanoi with breakfast, an overnight cruise with your meals on board, and all transfers. Halong Bay is approx. 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours from Hanoi by road. A free day lets you add a day trip to Ninh Binh.
- Duration
- 7 days, 5 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast, full board on the cruise
- Stay
- 5★ hotel and a cruise boat
- Flights
- London, direct or one stop
- Transfers
- Airport and road transfers
- Good for
- Couples, friends, families
5★ hotel in Hanoi and a Halong Bay cruise
In Hanoi you stay in a 5-star hotel in or near the Old Quarter, with a breakfast room and many sights within walking distance. On Halong Bay you spend one night in a cabin on a cruise boat, with meals on board. We confirm the hotel and the boat with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast served daily
- Overnight cruise with meals
- Free Wi-Fi in the hotel
- Air conditioning
- Road transfers included
- Family rooms on request
Times from your Hanoi hotel
- Hoan Kiem Lakeapprox. 10 mins on foot
- Old Quarter streetsapprox. 5 mins on foot
- Hanoi Grand Mosqueapprox. 10 mins on foot
- Temple of Literatureapprox. 15 mins by taxi
- Noi Bai Airportapprox. 45 mins to 1 hr by road
- Halong Bay harbourapprox. 2 hrs 30 mins to 3 hrs by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotel and traffic.
Included in the price
Included
- Return flights from London, with checked baggage
- 4 nights in a 5★ hotel in Hanoi, with breakfast
- 1 night on a Halong Bay cruise, with meals on board
- Airport transfers in Hanoi
- Road transfers to and from Halong Bay
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Entry fees, tours and day trips
- Lunches, dinners and drinks in Hanoi
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 12 hours direct from London Heathrow to Hanoi (HAN), then approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour by road to the Old Quarter.
Time difference
Vietnam is 7 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 6 hours ahead in summer.
Money
The currency is the Vietnamese dong (VND). Cards are accepted in most hotels; carry cash for markets, taxis and street food.
Visiting temples
Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered, and remove your shoes where asked. Speak quietly inside.
Language
Vietnamese is the national language. English is spoken in most hotels and tourist areas.
Weather
Hanoi is cool in winter, at around 20°C, and hot from May to September, at around 31–33°C. October, November, March and April are milder.
Day by day
Day 6 is yours to plan. These are suggestions; entry fees, tours and day trips are not included.
- Day 1
Fly to Hanoi
Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines, approx. 12 hours direct.
- Day 2
Arrive in Hanoi
Your driver meets you at Noi Bai Airport for the transfer to your hotel, approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour. Spend the evening around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter’s street food.
- Day 3
Hanoi
Walk the Old Quarter, visit the Temple of Literature and cross the lake to Ngoc Son Temple. Halal restaurants are close to Hang Luoc.
- Day 4
Halong Bay cruise
Your transfer takes you east, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours, to board a cruise boat. Sail among the limestone islands, with lunch and dinner on board and a night in your cabin.
- Day 5
Back to Hanoi
After breakfast on board, sail back to the harbour and return to Hanoi by road, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours.
- Day 6
Free day
Rest, or add a day trip to Ninh Binh, approx. 2 hours each way, for boat rides between limestone hills.
- Day 7
Fly home
Breakfast, then your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to London.
Questions about this package
Is the Halong Bay cruise included?
Yes. You spend one night on a cruise boat, with a cabin, lunch and dinner on board, and breakfast the next morning. The cruise stops can change with the weather. Drinks and excursions are not included.
How far is Halong Bay from Hanoi?
Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours by road, mostly on the expressway. Your road transfers are included.
Are there direct flights from London to Vietnam?
Yes. Vietnam Airlines flies direct from London Heathrow to Hanoi and to Ho Chi Minh City. From other UK airports, or at other times, you fly with one stop. We confirm the flights with your quote.
Can I find halal food on this holiday?
In Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, yes: there are halal restaurants and mosques, and seafood and vegetarian dishes are widely available. Ask about ingredients, as pork stock is common. Tell us your needs and we’ll check each hotel before you book.
When is the best time for this holiday?
October, November, March and April are mild in Hanoi, and Halong Bay is often clear. Winters are cool and can be hazy, and summers are hot, humid and wetter.
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