The northern reaches of both Vietnam and Laos are famous their long-standing beauty. Discover two countries blessed with gorgeous jungle, stunning waterfalls and mysterious caves on the Vietnam and Laos 8 Days tour.
From the proud capital of Hanoi and its many historical sites, we head to two of Vietnam’s most striking examples of karst mountain landscape in Ninh Binh and Halong Bay. We explore the beauty of the humble agricultural traditions that persist to this day at Tam Coc, as well as relaxing into an overnight cruise in one of the wonders of the ancient world.
The Vietnam and Laos 8 Days tour continues in Laos, a gorgeous country bedecked with thick vegetation and containing a strong religious heartbeat. We will see how nature and Buddhism interact around Luang Prabang, at the Pak Ou Caves, Kuang Si Waterfalls and on a cruise of the evocative Mekong River. We try local produce and discover a deep-rooted tradition of craft making, wrapping up the tour by observing the daily ritual of Laos’ iconic saffron-clad monks.
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Activities: Arriving in Hanoi and relaxing into its pace of life.
Once you have landed at Hanoi airport, our guide will find you and take you to your hotel. We will check you in and your Vietnam and Laos 8 Days tour begins!
Check-in will be at 14:00, after which the day is yours to spend as you like. You can continue your relaxation or head out into Hanoi’s Old Quarter to discover the unique way of life that operates here.
Make your own arrangements for your meals and stay overnight in Hanoi.
Activities: Taking a tour of Hanoi’s highlights through its sites of ancient and recent history, while seeing how modern culture has developed since wartime.
Eat breakfast in your hotel and wait in the lobby at 08:00 for the guide. We head out on a tour of Hanoi, starting at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to see the national hero’s final resting place before continuing to his nearby former residence. Just around the corner, we see the One-Pillar Pagoda, then take the short walk to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s oldest university with over 1,000 years of Confucian education history within its walls.
Try out some of Vietnam’s most treasured cuisine for lunch and take the drive to the Museum of Ethnology. Here we will learn of the diversity between Vietnam’s 54 ethnicities and tread the wooden floors of full-scale hill tribe house replicas outside.
We head back to the Old Quarter to travel the colonial way – via cyclo. We skirt around the fringes of Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple before taking an enlightening stroll down the web-like alleyways of Hanoi’s bustling centre.
Make your own arrangements for dinner and stay overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Notes: The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays, Fridays and during the months of September and October. Ho Chi Minh’s former residence is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
Activities: Visiting the residence of ancient kings at Hoa Lu and enjoying the serene nature of nearby Tam Coc.
Between 08:00 and 08:30, our guide will collect you from your hotel lobby and take you about 2 hours south to Ninh Binh Province. We will see the sites of Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital for 44 years, spanning the two rules of King Dinh and King Le who are immortalised in temples here.
Following this, we drive to Tam Coc and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. We head to the dock of the Ngo Dong River where we will board the sampan boats operated by the locals here. A rower will take us down the river using only their feet, through eerie caves and along the sides of gorgeous rice paddies sheltered by tall limestone mountains.Â
We jump onto our bicycles after returning to the dock and cycle through scenes of village life and the glorious plateau of rice fields, stretching far across flat ground to the majestic mountain ranges in the distance.
Make your own arrangements for dinner and stay overnight in Ninh Binh.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities: Transferring to Halong Bay and taking a wonderful cruise around one of the most recognised landscapes in the world.
Breakfast in the hotel is followed by a transfer to Vietnam’s northeastern corner – the resplendent Halong Bay. Embark upon your traditional junk boat across the bay, marvelling at the glorious tree-topped cliffs rising proudly from the ocean floor, and enjoying a delicious lunch as you do so.
As part of the 2-day, 1-night itinerary in Halong Bay, you will have the chance to kayak along the tranquil waters to discover various coves, lagoons and forested outcrops. There will also be a visit to a cave to hear about the natural formation of the bay, as well as the locals’ legendary tales that are irrevocably tied to the rocks found within.Â
Your cruise will allow for plenty of relaxation time on the sundeck or in your cabin. There will be an informative cooking demonstration on board, followed by a glorious sunset between the peaks of the karst rocks. A wonderful dinner in the romantically lit dining room will precede evening activities, which include squid fishing, board games, socialising at the bar or retiring to your cabin for quiet reflection in Halong Bay’s nighttime tranquility.
Stay overnight in Halong Bay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Finishing the second day of your Halong Bay cruise and heading to Hanoi airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.
Greet the sunrise this morning with tai chi on the sundeck, the perfect way to energise yourself for the day ahead. Head downstairs for breakfast and freshen up in your cabin before we dock at Titop Island. We have three potential activities here: swimming in the calm water, lying back on the pristine sands or scaling the 400 steps to the summit of the island, where your reward will be an amazing panorama over Halong Bay.
Return to the cruise for checking out and having one final lunch before the ship pulls into the harbour. Board the transfer car to Hanoi airport to catch your flight to Luang Prabang. Our Laotian guide will collect you on arrival and take you to your downtown hotel.
Make your own arrangements for dinner and stay overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities: Cruising up the Mekong River, stopping at the holy Pak Ou Caves and finishing the day at the Nam Ou Riverside Resort.
We have a relaxed breakfast at the hotel, after which we head to the banks of the Mekong River to catch a cruise upstream. There will be glorious panoramic views of the countryside as we cruise northwards, and the opportunity for fantastic photos at the Pak Ou Caves, two riverside caverns full of glistening Buddha statues left my pilgrims to this holy place. After this, we dock at Ban Xang Hai village for lunch and perhaps a taste of the locally-brewed rice wine, famous throughout the region.
We cruise further along the Nam Ou River in the afternoon, stopping at the Nam Ou Riverside Resort to find utter serenity by its pool, which is surrounded by lush jungle vegetation.
Make your own arrangements for dinner and stay overnight in the Nam Ou Riverside Resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities: Trying out ancient farming techniques, visiting local workshops, discovering the beauty of Kuang Si Waterfalls and heading back to Luang Prabang via the Bear Rescue Centre and a shop promoting diverse, traditional wares.
After breakfast on the gorgeous banks of the Nam Ou River, we depart for a series of rice farms in the rural surrounds of Luang Prabang. Settle into the mountainous landscape as we try our hand at working the paddies, or simply observe traditional farming practices from the balcony, using the opportunity to learn of the diligence and devotion of Laotian farmers.
We take the time after this to visit workshops dedicated to local crafts, such as bamboo weaving, sugar cane processing and blacksmithing. We take a walk around a fragrant organic garden afterwards and hear of the uses for these natural herbs in medicine and cooking.
We are treated to a very scenic lunch overlooking the rice paddies before pressing on to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls. These are the largest waterfalls in the Luang Prabang region and consist of three tiers brimming with water of the most brilliant turquoise.
Following this, we visit the nearby Bear Rescue Centre, which houses around 20 animals rescued from bile farms and given free and protective roam outside. Heading back to town, we stop at the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center, a fantastic centre for beautiful crafts, made using traditional techniques. We can take one of the free tours to discover more about the centre’s history, heading to the bamboo terrace afterwards to watch sunset over the Mekong River.
Make your own arrangements for dinner and stay overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities: Observing the religious traditions of Buddhist Laos and heading to the airport to end your Vietnam and Laos 8 Days tour.
We rise early for your final day in Laos, engaging in local tradition by observing the fascinating daily rituals of local Buddhist monks, clad in vivid orange robes. We will also visit a nearby morning market to see the early local scene.
After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, our driver will take you to Luang Prabang airport for you departing flight, which signals the end of the Vietnam and Laos 8 Days tour. Our utmost thanks for joining us on this tour. Your company was appreciated and we hope to see you again soon!
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Meals: Breakfast
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Encompassing a mix of French colonial and Asian accents, Classy Holiday Hotel-49 Lan Ong offers free Wi-Fi access. Guests can also enjoy an international buffet at the Yen restaurant or simply relax in the hotel's bar. The hotel is located just a 10-minute drive from Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum - the largest memorial in Vietnam, and a 45-minute drive to Noi Bai International Airport. Air-conditioned rooms feature fully carpeted floors, a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with shower facilities. Equipped with a business center and meeting facilities, Classy Holiday Hotel-49 Lan Ong also offers airport shuttle services with a surcharge. Staff at the 24-hour front desk assists guests with transport rentals, as well as laundry and ironing services.
Luxury boutique hotel located on 42-44 Gia Ngu Street – right in the heart of Old Quarter Hanoi - with only 2 minutes’ walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, Rex Hanoi Hotel provides the best services and high quality rooms. We are a 4 star hotel with 68 rooms and 5 types of rooms: Superior, Deluxe, Executive, Luxury, and Royal Suite. We also welcome guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool and a fitness center. A hotel with pure Vietnamese style but is designed in harmony with the Western standard of comforts and facilities.The units at the hotel come with a seating area. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with free toiletries, guest rooms at Rex Hanoi Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a terrace.Come and enjoy the comfort of the Rex Hanoi Hotel where our professional and genuinely dedicated team is waiting to welcome you and ensure you have a memorable visit to Hanoi. Book with us, you will pay the price of three stars hotel and get the value of five stars hotel.
The Apricot Hotel welcomes you to Hanoi!We are a proud group of Hanoian locals, passionate about Vietnamese culture, heritage and art, and are eager to share the wonders of our great country with you.Our 123 rooms are decorated with the finest examples of original art, sourced from local Vietnamese artists as a true expression of Hanoi. The delicate touches along the walls fit perfectly with the intricacy of our fine living aesthetic, which is evident throughout all rooms, lobby, restaurant, fitness centre, rooftop bar and swimming pool. Our unique Avanti Music Stage features classical piano music from 7pm to 10pm every night, providing you with the most relaxing means to end the day’s excursions. You will receive nothing buy 5-star service during your stay at the Apricot Hotel, as we want you to leave Hanoi with many positive memories forged both by the city and by us.To this end, the Apricot Hotel has the perfect location, just a few steps from the city’s centre of Hoan Kiem Lake and beautiful Ngoc Son Temple. From our gorgeous swimming pool, you can watch the interesting activity around the lake, and head out to find great local food right on our doorstep.Experience Hanoi in complete opulence at the Apricot Hotel, your luxurious home during your stay in Hanoi.
Address: Thai Vi Temple, Ninh Hải, Hoa Lư, Ninh Bình
The award-winning Emeralda Resort is the peak of excellence for accommodation options in Ninh Binh, one of Vietnam’s most naturally blessed lands. This resort focuses totally on your relaxation, and to that end, abounds with lush tropical gardens sitting below skyscraping, forested mountains that are emblematic of Ninh Binh province. Along the quaint wooden walkways of the Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh, you will pass beautiful greenery between our individual rooms, detached and with a private balcony or terrace for your ultimate serene retreat. In the gorgeously appointed rooms, you will find plenty of space amid rustic decoration, housing extremely comfortable beds and seating areas flecked with many modern amenities. Around the Emeralda Resort, you will find a wealth of attractive facilities to enhance your experience of the world-beating nature surrounding it. The two outdoor and one indoor swimming pools offer open vistas of Ninh Binh’s majestic nature, while contemplative spaces like the Emeralda Spa and Wine Bar offer tranquility and class. Our two restaurants introduce you to Vietnam’s exquisite food, picked and imported from the finest regions around the country for your pleasure.
V'Spirit Cruise is one of the most luxury cruise in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. V'Spirit Cruise with 18 cabins and all cruises with balcony will offer travellers with the best experience when you visit Halong Bay.The concept of V'Spirit Cruise is combined between classic style of a junk cruise and a modern cruise with luxury facility. The V'Spirit Cruise looks like a junk boat but it is a steel cruise with luxury facility to offer a good experience but safety and travellers can experience a luxury trip to Halong Bay.With unique itinerary, V'Spirit Halong Bay will bring the best trip for travellers who wish to experience the best of Halong Bay from cave visiting, kayaking, swimming, sampan boat, beach swimming to cycling on island.There are 2 day and 3 day itinerary for travellers to choose when you visit Halong Bay. Enjoy your trip in Halong Bay with V'Spirit Cruise and you will not regret of choosing this cruise.
V'Spirit Cruise is one of the most luxury cruise in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. V'Spirit Cruise with 18 cabins and all cruises with balcony will offer travellers with the best experience when you visit Halong Bay.The concept of V'Spirit Cruise is combined between classic style of a junk cruise and a modern cruise with luxury facility. The V'Spirit Cruise looks like a junk boat but it is a steel cruise with luxury facility to offer a good experience but safety and travellers can experience a luxury trip to Halong Bay.With unique itinerary, V'Spirit Halong Bay will bring the best trip for travellers who wish to experience the best of Halong Bay from cave visiting, kayaking, swimming, sampan boat, beach swimming to cycling on island.There are 2 day and 3 day itinerary for travellers to choose when you visit Halong Bay. Enjoy your trip in Halong Bay with V'Spirit Cruise and you will not regret of choosing this cruise.
The first class facilities aboard the Au Co Cruise are of luxury hotel standard, and our setting amongst the gorgeous limestone towers and gently lapping sea of Halong Bay is a marriage made in Heaven. There are spa and jacuzzi facilities on board, as well as a library, sundeck, restaurant, bar, and a nighttime cinema.Views of the UNESCO Heritage-listed Halong Bay are omnipresent throughout the Au Co Cruise and onboard experiences are only enhanced by its splendour. All of our meals are in full view of the bay and any time spent relaxing on the sundeck or in your cabin will be to the soundtrack of gently lapping waves against forest-topped mountains.Our itinerary features many exciting excursions to islands, caves and floating villages, while still giving you enough time to unwind aboard the Au Co Cruise.Choose the Au Co Cruise for a luxurious stay in Halong Bay.
Strategically situated in Luang Prabang Old Town, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Kuang Si Falls. This 3-star property features massage to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.
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