From Hanoi to Halong Bay: Intimate Family Discovery 7 days

Hanoi Arrival - Private Airport Transfer - Welcome Dinner with Traditional Music Show

Your family’s journey begins the moment you arrive in Hanoi, where a private airport transfer awaits to carry you smoothly into the heart of the capital. As you settle into the drive, Hanoi reveals itself in gentle scenes - tree-lined boulevards, quiet lakes, and the soft rhythm of daily life that immediately invites you to slow down and relax.

As evening falls, a specially arranged welcome dinner sets the tone for the days ahead. In an intimate dining setting, refined Vietnamese cuisine is paired with live traditional music performance, where the soft melodies of folk songs offer a graceful introduction to the country’s cultural soul. It is a moment designed not to impress through scale, but through atmosphere - warm, personal, and quietly unforgettable - allowing your family to relax, reconnect, and feel truly welcomed to Vietnam.

Dining Included: Dinner

Where You’ll Stay: Hanoi

Hanoi half-day city tour in the afternoon - Dinner at Michelin-selected restaurant

The afternoon invites your family to explore Hanoi at a gentle, thoughtful pace, guided privately through the city’s most meaningful landmarks.

You begin with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where quiet gardens, the stilt house, and the Presidential Palace offer a respectful glimpse into the life and legacy of Vietnam’s most revered leader. Nearby, the One Pillar Pagoda stands in elegant simplicity - its unique form and delicate details reflecting centuries of spiritual belief and artistic refinement.

The journey continues at the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, where shaded courtyards and ancient stone steles tell stories of scholars, learning, and the city’s intellectual heritage. It is a place that feels both peaceful and inspiring, ideal for unhurried moments and family photographs.

As evening approaches, you return to the city to relax before enjoying dinner at a Michelin-selected restaurant - celebrated not for luxury, but for its genuine flavors and refined execution. This relaxed dining experience brings the day to a warm close, blending cultural discovery with the comforting tastes of Hanoi’s traditional cuisine.

Dining Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Where You’ll Stay: Hanoi

Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc

The day begins as you leave Hanoi behind in the comfort of a private transfer, watching the city gradually give way to open countryside. Rice fields stretch toward the horizon, villages pass quietly by, and the journey itself becomes a gentle transition from urban rhythm to rural calm.

Upon arrival in Ninh Binh, you step into Vietnam’s ancient past at Hoa Lu, once the nation’s first capital. Walking through the old citadel and visiting the temples dedicated to King Dinh, you are surrounded by centuries-old stone and wood carvings that speak softly of royal dynasties and enduring traditions.

Midday brings a restful break with a local lunch, where simple, well-prepared dishes reflect the flavors of the region.

In the afternoon, the pace slows even further as you board a traditional sampan. Rowed by locals, the boat glides along the Ngo Dong River, weaving through rice fields and towering limestone formations. Passing quietly through natural caves, decorated with hanging stalactites, the world feels hushed and almost timeless.

The day’s final highlight awaits at Mua Cave, where a gentle climb leads you upward between stone steps and spiritual sculptures. At the summit, Tam Coc reveals itself in a sweeping panorama - rivers, fields, and karst peaks unfolding beneath you in perfect harmony. As the light softens, you return to Hanoi in comfort, carrying with you the calm beauty of Ninh Binh and a sense of having truly stepped into one of Vietnam’s most poetic landscapes.

Dining Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Where You’ll Stay: Ninh Binh

Optional tours: Vespa Tour - Farmer Tour - Cooking Class Tour

Today is designed as a pause in the journey - a day to slow down and enjoy Ninh Binh in a way that feels most natural to your family. You may choose to spend the morning at leisure, taking in the peaceful surroundings, enjoying a relaxed breakfast, or simply watching daily life unfold against a backdrop of limestone cliffs and quiet waterways.

For those who wish to explore further, a selection of optional experiences offers a deeper connection without rushing.

• A vintage Vespa ride carries you through countryside roads and hidden villages, where rice fields stretch endlessly and local smiles greet you along the way.
• Alternatively, a farmer tour invites hands-on moments in rural life, offering insight into traditional farming practices and the rhythms of the land.
• A cooking class provides another enriching option, where fresh local ingredients are transformed into classic Vietnamese dishes under the guidance of a local chef.

Dining Included: Breakfast

Where You’ll Stay: Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh - Luxury Halong Bay Cruise

The day begins with a smooth departure from Ninh Binh, as the journey leads you toward the legendary Halong Bay. Along the way, changing landscapes unfold outside the window, gently preparing you for the natural wonder ahead.

Upon arrival, you step aboard a luxury cruise where comfort and attentive service set the tone immediately. As the vessel glides into the bay, towering limestone islands rise from emerald waters, creating a sense of quiet awe. Lunch is served on board as the scenery slowly drifts by, allowing you to fully absorb the beauty of this UNESCO-listed seascape.

The afternoon offers moments to experience Halong up close - perhaps exploring a hidden cave, gliding by kayak through calm waters, or simply relaxing on deck as the breeze carries the scent of the sea.

As evening falls, the bay becomes especially serene. Dinner is enjoyed on board in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere, followed by time to unwind beneath a starlit sky. Spending the night surrounded by gentle waves is a rare and peaceful experience, making this day one of the most memorable moments of the journey.

Dining Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Where You’ll Stay: Halong Bay Cruise

Halong Bay - Return to Hanoi (Optional: Seaplane fly to Hanoi)

The morning in Halong Bay begins quietly, as soft light reflects off the calm water and limestone islands emerge through the mist. From the deck of your cruise, you enjoy a relaxed breakfast while taking in the last views of this timeless seascape, savoring the stillness that makes the bay so unforgettable.

After a gentle morning activity or time to simply enjoy the surroundings, the cruise makes its way back toward the harbor. Disembarkation is smooth and unhurried, and your private transfer awaits for the journey back to Hanoi.

Note: For those seeking a truly memorable finale, an optional seaplane flight to Hanoi offers a breathtaking aerial perspective of the bay - revealing its vast beauty from above before touching down in the capital.

Dining Included: Breakfast, Brunch

Where You’ll Stay: Hanoi

Hanoi Departure

Your final day in Hanoi begins at a relaxed pace, allowing time to enjoy a last breakfast and the rhythm of the city. Morning light filters through the streets, offering a quiet moment to reflect on the experiences and memories your family has gathered along the way.

When the time comes, a private transfer escorts you smoothly to the airport, ensuring a relaxed and seamless departure. As Hanoi fades into the distance, you leave not just with photographs, but with memories of warm welcomes, cultural depth, and moments of togetherness that linger long after the journey ends.

Dining Included: Breakfast

Where You’ll Stay: NA