Route & Rhythm Travel Co.
Limestone karsts rising from the water in Halong Bay, Vietnam
Land of the Ascending Dragon · Southeast Asia

Vietnam — Halong Bay, Ancient Towns &
Terraced Mountains

Emerald karst bays, lantern-lit old towns, misty mountain terraces and a street-food culture that never sleeps — Vietnam is Southeast Asia's most storied journey north to south.

3,260kmCoastline
28°CAvg. Climate
8UNESCO Sites
15+Water & Land Adventures
Must-Visit Spots

Famous Places

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Limestone karsts in Halong Bay

Halong Bay

Thousands of limestone islets rising from emerald water, best seen from a traditional junk boat.

Quang Ninh
02
Lantern-lit streets of Hoi An Ancient Town

Hoi An Ancient Town

A UNESCO trading port glowing with silk lanterns, tailor shops and riverside cafes.

Hoi An
03
Old Quarter streets of Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi Train Street

The capital's Old Quarter — narrow lantern-lit lanes, sidewalk cafes and Hoan Kiem Lake at the heart of it all.

Hanoi
04
Boat ride through Tam Coc, Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh & Tam Coc

Known as "Halong Bay on land" — karst peaks and rice paddies drifted by rowboat.

Ninh Binh
Things To Do

Activities in Vietnam

01
Junk boat cruise in Halong Bay

Halong Bay Cruise

A day or overnight junk boat cruise past limestone islets, hidden caves and floating villages.

02
Trekking the rice terraces near Sapa

Sapa Terrace Trekking

Guided hikes through terraced valleys with stops at H'mong and Dao hillside villages.

03
Lantern-lit night market in Hoi An

Lantern Nights & Street Food

Wander Hoi An's glowing riverside markets, floating lanterns and roadside food stalls.

04
Rowboat through Tam Coc caves

Tam Coc Boat Ride

A rower's-feet-powered glide through rice paddies and limestone cave tunnels.

4 Nights, 5 Days in Vietnam

See exactly how your Vietnam trip unfolds — bays, terraces, old towns and lantern-lit evenings, day by day.

Day01
Touchdown in the Old Quarter

Arrival · Hanoi

Land in Hanoi and transfer to your Old Quarter hotel. Evening at leisure around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Day02
Karsts & Caves

Halong Bay Cruise

A full-day cruise through the bay's limestone islets, with a cave visit and kayaking stop.

Day03
Rivers & Rice Paddies

Ninh Binh Countryside

Row through Tam Coc's cave tunnels and cycle past Trang An's karst-ringed rice fields.

Day04
Lanterns by the River

Hoi An Ancient Town

Fly south to Da Nang and transfer to Hoi An for a lantern-lit evening along the Thu Bon River.

Day05
Last Bowl of Pho, Homeward

Departure

Breakfast at the hotel, then a private transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Every route bends to youWant more coastal time, fewer transfers, or an extra night in the mountains? We'll tailor this itinerary around you.

The Fine Print

What's In, What's Not

Included

Package Inclusions

  • 4 nights' accommodation at a 3★/4★/5★ hotel across Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Hoi An, Deluxe Rooms.
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private airport-to-hotel transfer and vice-versa.
  • Halong Bay day-cruise with lunch on board.
  • Local guide for all sightseeing tours.
  • Private vehicle for all transfers and tours as per the itinerary.
  • All applicable hotel taxes on accommodation.
Excluded

Package Exclusions

  • International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses — laundry, calls, minibar, shopping, tips.
  • Entry tickets at temples and attractions unless mentioned.
  • Meals other than those specified.
  • GST or any other government taxes, if applicable.
  • Costs from flight delays, weather or events beyond the operator's control.
  • Any item not specifically listed under Package Inclusions.
Our Services

What We Offer

Comfortable stays, hassle-free travel and local experts for an unforgettable Vietnam trip.

01

Premium Stays & Comfort

We provide comfortable stays with local charm, and food that tastes like the place you're in.

02

Easy, Hassle-Free Travel

Airport pickups, local transfers and smooth logistics from arrival to departure.

03

Local Experts & Guides

Our experienced local guides who help you discover the real beauty of every place — hidden gems.

Route & Rhythm Travel Co.