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Private Vietnam 10 Days 9 Nights_ North to Central Vietnam Express

10 days - Private Vietnam 10 Days 9 Nights_ North to Central Vietnam Express

Tour code: GAV-NC10D
Embark on the 'North to Central Vietnam Express,' a private 10-day journey revealing the country's diverse beauty. From Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter to the stunning landscapes of Cao Bang and the serene Ha Long Bay, immerse yourself in cultural experiences and breathtaking nature. Continue your exploration to the historical charm of Ninh Binh and the vibrant coastal city of Da Nang, discovering ancient towns, majestic mountains, and picturesque beaches. This express tour offers a captivating snapshot of Vietnam's northern and central highlights.

DESTINATION

  • Viet Nam: Ha Noi, Cao Bang, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An
Starts in Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Ends in Da Nang, Viet Nam
TOUR TYPE: Private tour
TRAVEL STYLE: Highlight Tours, Classic Tours, Family Tours, Luxury Tours

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Pricelist

All rates are per person (in USD), curated according to your group's size for an entirely private journey.
Hotel standard:
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax 9 pax 10+ pax Single Supp
Adults $1,931 $1,450 $1,312 $1,283 $1,234 $1,201 $1,177 $1,198 $1,180 $1,166 $385
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax 9 pax 10+ pax Single Supp
Adults $1,993 $1,507 $1,369 $1,340 $1,291 $1,258 $1,234 $1,255 $1,237 $1,223 $429
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax 9 pax 10+ pax Single Supp
Adults $2,607 $2,116 $1,978 $1,949 $1,899 $1,866 $1,843 $1,864 $1,846 $1,832 $945

Itinerary

Let's Explore the Brief Itinerary and its Detailed Daily Schedule
DAY MAIN ACTIVITIES OVERNIGHT IN
DAY 1 HANOI- CAO BANG- PAC BO- CAO BANG (GROUP TOUR) (L, D) Cao Bang
DAY 2 CAO BANG - ANGEL EYE MOUNTAIN - PHONG NAM - BAN GIOC WATERFALL (GROUP TOUR) (B, L, D) Ban Gioc
DAY 3 BAN GIOC WATERFALL - VINH QUY - CAO BANG CITY - HANOI (GROUP TOUR) (B, L) Ha Noi
DAY 4 HA NOI - BAI DINH - TRANG AN - MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR (B, L) Ha Noi
DAY 5 HA NOI – HA LONG BAY (B, L, D) Ha Long
DAY 6 HA LONG BAY - HA NOI – FLY TO DA NANG (B, L) Da Nang
DAY 7 DANANG - MARBLE MOUNTAIN - LINH UNG PAGODA (B, L) Da Nang
DAY 8 DA NANG - BA NA HILLS FULL DAY (B, L) Da Nang
DAY 9 DA NANG - BASKET BOAT - TRA QUE - WALKING TOUR FULL DAY (B, L) Da Nang
DAY 10 DEPARTURE FROM DA NANG (B)

DAY 1. HANOI- CAO BANG- PAC BO- CAO BANG (GROUP TOUR) L, D

HANOI- CAO BANG- PAC BO- CAO BANG (GROUP TOUR) HANOI- CAO BANG- PAC BO- CAO BANG (GROUP TOUR)

  • 06:15: Hotel pickup by limousine bus in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Cao Bang City.

  • 09:30: Bus stop for a break.

  • 13:00: Arrive in Cao Bang City and have lunch at a local restaurant.

  • 14:30: Visit Pac Bo Village historical site: Pac Bo Cave, Ho Chi Minh's cave & stream, and Lenin Spring.

  • 18:00: Arrive in Cao Bang City and check in to the hotel.

  • 18:30: Dinner at the restaurant, followed by free time to explore Cao Bang at night (opportunity to visit Kim Dong Pedestrian Street on weekends).

Overnight in Cao Bang

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 2. CAO BANG - ANGEL EYE MOUNTAIN - PHONG NAM - BAN GIOC WATERFALL (GROUP TOUR) B, L, D

CAO BANG - ANGEL EYE MOUNTAIN - PHONG NAM - BAN GIOC WATERFALL (GROUP TOUR) CAO BANG - ANGEL EYE MOUNTAIN - PHONG NAM - BAN GIOC WATERFALL (GROUP TOUR)

  • 07:30-08:00: Breakfast in Cao Bang City.

  • 08:30: Begin the day's visits: Ma Phuc Pass, Phia Thap Village (incense-making craft), and Angel Eye Mountain.

  • 12:00: Lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Explore Phong Nam Valley and Quay Son River.

  • 17:30: Check in to a homestay at Khuoi Ky village near Ban Gioc Waterfall.

  • 19:00: Dinner and free time to relax.

Overnight in Ban Gioc

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 3. BAN GIOC WATERFALL - VINH QUY - CAO BANG CITY - HANOI (GROUP TOUR) B, L

BAN GIOC WATERFALL - VINH QUY - CAO BANG CITY - HANOI (GROUP TOUR) BAN GIOC WATERFALL - VINH QUY - CAO BANG CITY - HANOI (GROUP TOUR)

  • 07:30: Breakfast at the homestay.

  • Explore Nguom Ngao Cave (30-minute trek).

  • Visit Phat Tich Truc Lam Pagoda.

  • Experience Ban Gioc Waterfall (boat trip, photo stop, and walking exploration).

  • 12:00: Lunch at a local restaurant in Vinh Quy.

  • Explore Vinh Quy Grass Hills / Ba Quang Grass Hills (optional climb to the flagpole).

  • Visit Doc Lap Waterfall.

  • 15:30: Arrive in Cao Bang for a tea break with a welcome drink and fruit.

  • 16:00: Depart from Cao Bang City for Hanoi.

  • 23:00: Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Overnight in Ha Noi

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 4. HA NOI - BAI DINH - TRANG AN - MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR B, L

 HA NOI - BAI DINH - TRANG AN - MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR  HA NOI - BAI DINH - TRANG AN - MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR

  • Breakfast at your hotel.

  • 08:00: Hotel pickup for a trip to Ninh Binh.

  • Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Vietnam's largest Buddhist complex.

  • Enjoy lunch at a restaurant.

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex with a boat ride through caves and grottoes.

  • Visit Mua Cave (Dancing Cave) and climb to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for panoramic views of Tam Coc.

  • Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi.

Overnight in Ha Noi

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 5. HA NOI – HA LONG BAY B, L, D

HA NOI – HA LONG BAY HA NOI – HA LONG BAY

  • Enjoy an early breakfast and check out from your hotel.

  • 08:00 – 08:30: La Regina Classic Cruise picks you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

  • 12:15: Check in aboard the cruise with a welcome drink and safety briefing as the boat cruises to Bai Tu Long Bay.

  • 13:15: Enjoy lunch in the cruise restaurant.

  • 15:30: Explore Thien Canh Son cave (hiking recommended, bring camera and wear sports shoes).

  • 17:30: Enjoy the sunset on the bay and participate in "Happy Hour".

  • 18:00: Cooking class on the sundeck featuring Deep Fried Spring rolls.

  • 19:30: Dinner served on the sundeck or in the restaurant.

  • 21:00: Relax on the boat or join squid fishing near the Reception deck.

Overnight in Ha Long

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 6. HA LONG BAY - HA NOI – FLY TO DA NANG B, L

HA LONG BAY - HA NOI – FLY TO DA NANG HA LONG BAY - HA NOI – FLY TO DA NANG

  • 06:30: Start the day with Taichi on the sundeck.

  • 07:00: Light breakfast served in the dining room.

  • 07:45: Visit Vung Vieng floating fishing village (optional activities: bamboo boat or kayaking).

  • 09:00: Return to the main boat for relaxation and check-out. Please leave luggage outside your cabin door.

  • 09:45: Brunch is served in the restaurant as the boat returns to the harbor.

  • 11:00: Disembark at the harbor and transfer to Hanoi city.

  • ~15:00: Shuttle bus drops you off at Aeon Mall, where a private car will transfer you to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Da Nang.

  • Take a 1-hour flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, a driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Da Nang for check-in.

Overnight in Da Nang

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 7. DANANG - MARBLE MOUNTAIN - LINH UNG PAGODA B, L

DANANG - MARBLE MOUNTAIN - LINH UNG PAGODA DANANG - MARBLE MOUNTAIN - LINH UNG PAGODA

  • Breakfast at your hotel.

  • 08:00: Hotel pickup by the tour guide and car for a full-day Danang exploration.

  • Visit Marble Mountain, exploring pagodas, caves, and viewpoints like the summit of Thuy Son for panoramic views.

  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Continue to Son Tra Peninsula to see the Lady Buddha statue and enjoy stunning coastal and city views.

  • See the Dragon Bridge and explore the vibrant Han Market for souvenirs and local goods.

  • Return to your hotel after the tour.

Overnight in Da Nang

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 8. DA NANG - BA NA HILLS FULL DAY B, L

DA NANG - BA NA HILLS FULL DAY DA NANG - BA NA HILLS FULL DAY

  • Breakfast at your hotel.

  • 08:00: Hotel pickup for a day trip to Ba Na Hills. Experience four seasons in one day, festivals, activities, and diverse cuisine.

  • Ascend via the record-breaking cable car with panoramic mountain views.

  • Visit the Golden Bridge, supported by giant stone hands, offering stunning scenery.

  • Explore Le Jardin D’Amour (nine themed gardens) and Linh Ung Pagoda.

  • Enjoy Fantasy Park, a large indoor amusement park.

  • Buffet lunch at a restaurant on Ba Na Hills.

  • Explore the French Village, a replica of classical French architecture.

  • Return to your hotel.

Overnight in Da Nang

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 9. DA NANG - BASKET BOAT - TRA QUE - WALKING TOUR FULL DAY B, L

DA NANG - BASKET BOAT - TRA QUE - WALKING TOUR FULL DAY DA NANG - BASKET BOAT - TRA QUE - WALKING TOUR FULL DAY

  • Breakfast at your hotel.

  • 08:00: Hotel pickup in Hoi An for a trip to the Cam Thanh region.

  • Enjoy a peaceful bamboo basket boat trip through the Coconut Palm Forest.

  • Continue to Tra Que Vegetable Village for a delightful lunch featuring local organic produce.

  • Explore Tra Que Village and learn about traditional farming practices.

  • Afternoon walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town (UNESCO World Heritage site):

    • Visit the historic Tan Ky Old House.

    • Discover the Fukien Assembly Hall.

    • See the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge.

    • Stroll through the vibrant Hoi An Market.

  • Optional: Visit a rooftop café or participate in a lantern-making workshop.

  • Return to your hotel with the rest of the day free for relaxation or further exploration.

Overnight in Da Nang

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

DAY 10. DEPARTURE FROM DA NANG B

  • Breakfast at your hotel.

  • Our driver will pick you up from your hotel to transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.

What's Included

Guide Entrance fees Transportation Flight ticket Accommodation

Tour inclusions

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay/ Lan Ha Bay
  • Transfer to Halong Bay/ Lan Ha Bay by shuttle bus
  • Private Transfers with AC
  • English speaking tour guides
  • All entrance fees as listed
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Internal Flight Tickets within the tour
  • All adventurous activities as specified in the itinerary
  • A Bottled water/day
  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off

Tour exclusions

  • Early check-in or late check-out
  • International flight tickets
  • Meals not mentioned in the tour itinerary
  • Other beverages during the tour
  • Visa fees - as per country requirements
  • Tips for Guides & Drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Personal expenses
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GAV-NC10D Private Vietnam 10 Days 9 Nights_ North to Central Vietnam Express
  • Starting Point: Ha Noi, Viet Nam
  • Ending Point: Da Nang, Viet Nam
  • Tour Type: Private tour
  • Language: Operated in English
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