5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay

Outty Ranking 64 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews120 hoursFrom $352

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Outty Ranking

64/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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5.0/5

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Is 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay worth booking?

5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay is a 120-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $352 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 144 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
64 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
120 hours
From
$352 per person

Highlights: • Explore the beautiful and ancient capital of Hanoi • Cruise and stay overnight on Bai Tu Long Bay - the calm and beautyfull bay • Discover Ninh Binh where the Hollywood Blockbuster “Kong: Skull Island” was

What you get

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Transportation during all tours

About this experience

Highlights: • Explore the beautiful and ancient capital of Hanoi • Cruise and stay overnight on Bai Tu Long Bay - the calm and beautyfull bay • Discover Ninh Binh where the Hollywood Blockbuster “Kong: Skull Island” was filmed

What's included

Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Transportation during all tours

Not included

  • Personal entertainment expenses
  • Personal costs: telephone fee, laundry
  • Meals out of tour program

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Old Quarter Travel

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

Hanoi Old QuarterHo Chi Minh MausoleumNinh BinhHalong BayKayaking

What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Organization

2 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

The guide

1 mention

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

1 mention

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Food and drink

1 mention

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Traveler reviews

3 verified traveler reviews for 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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paulinaj669 · February 2024

Exceptional service

We were super happy with the service we were provided with. Didnt have to worry about single thing, Viet took fantastic care of everything. The level of customer service is exceptional.

Response from the operator: Thank you for such kind words, Paulina! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet

via Tripadvisor

youleeeshka · November 2023

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Both of the tour guides were really nice and showed us a great time. Organization is very informative as they contact you via Whatsapp days before your booking and help to discuss pickup and dropoff point and times. They were also flexible with the airport drop as we had a flight leaving days after our tour ended

Response from the operator: Thank you for such kind words, Youleeeshka! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet

via Tripadvisor

66sudharshanm · September 2022

Top Notch Service Quality! Strongly Recommend!

In this post-Covid travel world, where tour agencies are in a price war to capitalize on pent up demand, it is very heart warming to see genuine guys like Viet who keep service-mindset at that core and strive to deliver a smooth experience for their clients. He even took us around the streets of Hanoi on our first day as he had free time though we hadn't booked anything for that day! Each of the 5 days was an enjoyable experience, and I left all the planning to Viet, who was very prompt throughout and replies within 2 mins to any message! I travelled with my cousin, who is a vegetarian and the agency ensured that veg food was provided on the Halong Bay cruise as well as during the Ninh Binh trip! Super satisfied with the trip and will definitely come back through Old Quarter Travel to visit more parts of Vietnam. In a city where you will find 1000s of tour agencies, Old Quarter is indeed a very rare find which I strongly recommend!

Response from the operator: Hi Sudharshan, Thank you very much for your review. I really appreciate you taking the time off to let me know how you feel about my service. I look forward to serving you again in the near future. Thank you again. Regards, Viet

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
120 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 144h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$352 to $539
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 64

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
Review evidence (18% weight)21
Booking momentum (14% weight)12
Value for money (12% weight)97
Listing quality (10% weight)76
Local standing (8% weight)53
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.

How much does 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay cost?

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Prices start at $352 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay take?

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Plan for about 120 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.

Is 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 144 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 120-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 120-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does 5-Day Northern Vietnam Tour: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Hanoi?

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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Hanoi?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Hanoi?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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