JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi

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8 Do Duc Duc, Hanoi, Vietnam

Start your journey off right at our hotel, where complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. Strategically located near Dong Xuan Market, our hotel offers easy access to local attractions and sightseeing. Don't miss the chance to explore the renowned Old Quarter. For your convenience, an on-site restaurant is available to cater to your needs.

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Awesome Northern Vietnam Family Tour

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Your Journey at a Glance

A northern Vietnam journey designed the Avian Odyssey way, where the pace is considered, the flow makes sense on the ground, and each stop earns its place rather than filling an itinerary, starting in Hanoi with time to understand the city beyond the surface through experiences like its street food culture, continuing to the quieter, limestone landscapes of Ninh Binh, before heading out to sea for an overnight cruise across Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, where the experience is kept intentionally balanced between light exploration and simply being there, and closing back in Hanoi with enough unstructured time so the journey ends on your terms, not a fixed schedule.

Route in brief

Ha Noi

Ninh Bình

Halong Bay

What Stands Out?

Explore the Old Quarter of Hanoi and its street food culture
Sampan boat ride through the limestone landscape of Ninh Binh
Light cycling or countryside exploration in Ninh Binh
Overnight cruise across Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay
Kayaking and cave visits in quieter parts of the bay
Time at leisure back in Hanoi before departure

What's included?

Carefully Qualified Accommodations

Handpicked stays in Ninh Binh and a well-selected overnight cruise in Lan Ha Bay, chosen for comfort, location, and overall experience rather than category alone.

Your Dedicated Travel Specialist

A single point of contact from planning to completion, supported by on-the-ground assistance throughout your journey.

Air-Conditioned Transportation

Private, air-conditioned transportation arranged throughout the trip, ensuring smooth and consistent transfers between destinations.

Experienced English-Speaking Tour Guide

An experienced English-speaking guide accompanying you during guided days, providing context while keeping the pace comfortable and flexible.

Curated Activities & Excursions

A set of thoughtfully arranged private tours, including Hanoi and Ninh Binh, along with included entrance fees and meals as outlined in the program.

Detailed Itinerary

A closer look at how each day is planned, with the flexibility to adjust based on your pace, preferences, and travel style.

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our friendly tour guide and driver, then transferred to Hanoi Hotel for check-in.

After a short refreshment, you will be driven to the Old Quarter to begin your Hanoi after dark experience. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the vibrant streets, explore the bustling night scene, and sample a variety of local street food along the way.

It’s a great way to soak in the city’s energy, flavors, and evening atmosphere.

Arrival airport: Noi Bai International Airport
Meals: Street Food (Dinner)
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Breakfast then check-out from hotel. Around 08:00 AM, meet your guide again and depart for Ninh Binh, often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land” thanks to its dramatic limestone landscapes.

Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic boat trip at Tam Coc or Trang An, gliding through limestone landscapes and natural caves. After lunch, an optional cycling experience through the surrounding rural villages can be arranged.

In the afternoon, visit Mua Cave for an easy hike, offering panoramic views over the Tam Coc valley. Transfer to your hotel in Ninh Binh for check-in. Free & easy for the rest of the day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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After breakfast, check out at around 08:00 AM and journey onward to Ha Long for cruise embarkation.

Step onboard and cruise through the tranquil beauty of Lan Ha Bay, where limestone karsts rise from emerald waters, while enjoying lunch on board. In the afternoon, take part in shore excursion to a quiet local village or simply unwind on board, letting the rhythm of the bay set the pace.

As the sun sets, the cruise anchors for the night. Enjoy a relaxed evening with onboard activities and dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Start your morning with a light breakfast onboard, followed by a visit to Dark & Bright Cave, where you can explore its tranquil beauty by bamboo boat.

After brunch, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi, arriving in the early afternoon.

Continue with a short city visit, including Hoa Lo Prison for a glimpse into Vietnam’s history. Pass by Ba Dinh Square to view the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from outside, then visit Tran Quoc Pagoda by West Lake. End the day with a peaceful sunset by the lake before returning to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
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Breakfast at the hotel followed by check-out.

On time, our driver meets the whole family at the hotel lobby for a transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.

Bid farewell to Hanoi and conclude your wonderful 5-day journey through Northern Vietnam.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation options

These are suggested options for the journey, which can be adjusted to better match your preferences and budget.

Hanoi (2 Nights)

Ninh Binh (1 Night)

Gulf of Tokin (1 Night)

When to go?

Northern Vietnam can be experienced year-round, but the overall feel of the journey shifts with the seasons, from cooler, drier months to warmer, more humid periods. The timing here gives a general sense of what to expect, while the trip itself can always be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Your Trips, Your Words!

Rated 5 out of 5 based on 36 reviews on

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Mrs. Catherine Anne Australian, 50s • 11/2025

Wedding anniversary holiday

Avian Odyssey put together the most wonderful itinerary for our 20 year wedding anniversary in Southern Vietnam - James was incredibly thoughtful in choices of destination, hotels and knowledgeable guides. Everything went smoothly, we had a great time and I thoroughly recommend them.

Ms. Angeline Lim Singapore Citizen, 60s • 02/2026

Honest n seamless trip in Hanoi, Sapa n Halong bay

Our 8 days 7 night stay in Hanoi,Sapa and Halong Bay stay was the most memorable experience in Vietnam
The trip was tailored to our preference and it was well planned by our private driver/guide James.
Although we have a different private guide in Sapa But James ensured that we are well taken care of and constantly WhatsApp us when we were in Sapa.
We experience different mode of transportation like travelling on a night train to Lao Chai Province, Sleeper bus back to Hanoi, Electric car and Muong Hoa Funicular and cable car ride and a relaxed Cruise with superior room that has the perfect view.
Everything is planned for us including where to go during our free and easy afternoon/evening in Hanoi and Sapa.
James has delivered what he has promised, 24/7 Travel support ensuring comfort, safety, clarity and reassurance during the entire stay.

He is genuinely honest and unassuming guide, definitely will arrange with Avian Odyssey when I visit Vietnam again.

Mrs. Lisa Lim Singapore Citizen, 60s • 02/2026

Good English speaking guide that served his clients with his heart

Enjoyable n stress free tour for 8 days 7 nights trip from Hanoi to Sapa to Halong bay onboard overnight Erina cruise, weather is perfect
Good experience with overnight train n sleepers bus
Our Tour guides serves us with their heart
Specially James, he ensured that we reached our destinations safely with no rush
I truly appreciate his kindness n hospitality during the entire holiday
Highly recommend his service if you intend to visit Vietnam.

Mrs. Sheryl Lim Singapore Citizen, 60s • 02/2026

Hanoi Sapa and Halong bay cruise

James, our guide from Avian Odyssey, curated our itinerary with suggestions of what we wanted to experience in this trip. He took good care of us and ensured our comfort and safety throughout the trip. He's honest and friendly and truly a reliable guide. Highly recommended!

Mrs. Jennifer Florens Australian, 40s • 01/2026

Awesome Holidays

Lily organised our family trip seamlessly from start to finish and handled every detail with great care . She was always quick to respond to our questions and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free.
From accomodation and transport to visas and overall service, everything was perfectly arranged.
Lily also checked in with us for feedback after activities,flights and again once we returned home, which really showed her dedication and attention to detail.
We highly recommend Avian Odyssey- trustworthy, reliable and wonderful to work with.
Looking forward to our next adventure with them !

Mr. Andrew Florens Mauritians, 40s • 01/2026

Warm & Detailed

Everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The service was excellent, with quick responses and flawless planning. Transportation and tour programs were beyond our expectations—very well organized and comfortable.
What truly stood out was the kindness and friendliness of the team. They planned our family trip with genuine care and love, making the entire experience stress-free and memorable.
I highly recommend them and will definitely book with them again in the near future. Go for it blindly—you won’t regret it!

Why Avian Odyssey?

Around you, always

We design every journey from your ideas, crafted by your preferences
Travel with us stays seamless with one specialist from start to finish
Real travel never stays fixed, so we adapt fast when plans change
Your decisions are guided by clarity on time, budget and priorities

From Lived Local Knowledge

Your specialists plan only places they have lived in or explored deeply
Our Local Guides carry the destination with knowledge, not scripts
We choose on the ground partners based on trust and accountability
Hotels, routes and experiences are thoughtfully curated, never random

With Care and Responsibility

We work directly with local people, fairly paid and properly supported
Experiences are framed to respect culture, context and daily life
Landscapes are treated as living places, not backdrops for consumption
Nature is approached with restraint, care and long term respect

On Trust and Accountability

We operate as a fully licensed travel company, legally and transparently
Every journey comes with clear responsibility, protection and accountability
Start Planning With Us

Call us today until 8pm +84 888 789 346

Around you, always

We design every journey from your ideas, crafted by your preferences
Travel with us stays seamless with one specialist from start to finish
Real travel never stays fixed, so we adapt fast when plans change
Your decisions are guided by clarity on time, budget and priorities

From Lived Local Knowledge

Your specialists plan only places they have lived in or explored deeply
Our Local Guides carry the destination with knowledge, not scripts
We choose on the ground partners based on trust and accountability
Hotels, routes and experiences are thoughtfully curated, never random

With Care and Responsibility

We work directly with local people, fairly paid and properly supported
Experiences are framed to respect culture, context and daily life
Landscapes are treated as living places, not backdrops for consumption
Nature is approached with restraint, care and long term respect

On Trust and Accountability

We operate as a fully licensed travel company, legally and transparently
Every journey comes with clear responsibility, protection and accountability
Start Planning With Us

Call us today until 8pm +84 888 789 346

JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi

Awesome Northern Vietnam Family Tour

Your Journey at a Glance

What Stands Out?

What's included?

Detailed Itinerary

Accommodation options

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Gulf of Tokin (1 Night)

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When to go?

Your Trips, Your Words!

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Why Avian Odyssey?

Around you, always

From Lived Local Knowledge

With Care and Responsibility

On Trust and Accountability

Around you, always

From Lived Local Knowledge

With Care and Responsibility

On Trust and Accountability