7 Days Memorable Northern of Vietnam

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Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, either Domestic or International arrival, after clearing all customs procedures, please proceed to exit gate and look for your guide who will be waiting at the lobby, holding the Vietnam Travelette's signboard with your name on it.
Transfer to hotel to check in.
The rest of the day is your free time to explore.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Breakfast at the hotel
Then we head to Thanh Oai to explore Chuong Village, renowned for its famous Vietnamese conical hats. Owing to the process of making conical hats is not too complicated, both the elder and the younger of Chuong villagers can make a simple conical hat. Let’s find out the way of making ‘non la’!
We visit the local market and Chuong Temple, and then we dive into the heart of the village with Mrs. Thanh to learn how to weave a hat, a symbolic souvenir.
Next, we take a short bike ride through the preserved village of Uoc Le, famous for its traditional Vietnamese architecture: ancient wells, old houses, and rice fields creating an authentic atmosphere.
Lunch at Mrs. Thanh's house offers an immersion into local life.
In the afternoon, visit Quang Phu Cau incense village, known for its colorful craftsmanship for over a century. The roadsides through the villages of Quang Phu Cau, Cau Bau, Phu Luong, and Dao Tu are colored by the paint applied to the incense sticks.
You will have the opportunity to discover the traditional technique of making incense sticks: from cutting the bamboo, dyeing the incense roots red, natural drying, to adding incense paste to the sticks, and especially taking tons of unique photos. Additionally, you will also experience the vibrant lifestyle of the local residents as you arrive at the village. The rest of the time is free for you to relax.
Dinner on your own and overnight at a hotel in Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Part 1: Hanoi’s Timeless Highlights (Approx. 2 hours)
Your Jeep and guide will pick you up right at your hotel, ready to whisk you away on an unforgettable ride through the city’s historic heart.
Begin at the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you’ll visit the revered Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, and the One Pillar Pagoda.
Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, where ancient courtyards and stone steles tell stories of scholarship and tradition dating back nearly a millennium.
Part 2: Hidden Corners & Local Vibes (Approx. 2.5 hours)
Leave the main roads behind and venture deep into Hanoi’s living maze of narrow alleys, local markets, and tiny backstreets. Feel the city’s heartbeat as you ride through streams of motorbikes, past street vendors, and quiet residential lanes that tourists rarely see.
Taste, listen, observe, and connect — every turn reveals another layer of the city’s soul. Visit hidden temples, meet locals in their daily routines, and catch a glimpse of the famous Train Street, where houses sit just inches from the railway line.
Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about Hanoi’s contrasts — where tradition meets modern life, and beauty hides in the most unexpected places.
Have lunch and return to your hotel.

Part 3: The Flavors of Hanoi
In the late afternoon, our guide will come and pick you up for the food tour.
You’ll sample many local dishes from little pancakes, grilled pork, fresh papaya salads with beef, to a big bowl of Noodle soup. We'll wash everything down with a sip of Vietnamese coffee and refreshing juice you'll never forget.
You'll explore our culinary world and experience local life, till reaching the lake located at the heart of our capital, and seeing some old houses where you'll broaden your horizons
Our tour begins with sizzling Bún Chả - grilled pork served in a savory broth, with local herbs and delicate vermicelli noodles on the side.
We'll then experience the art of making steamed meat and mushroom pancakes(Bánh Cuốn), enjoying them fresh and warm as we hear the secrets behind this popular dish.
Next, we’ll sample Phở Cuốn - Rolled pho with minced beef and crisp lettuce - capturing the fresh, simple flavors Hanoi is known for.
As we stroll along the iconic Hanoi Train Street, we might catch a thrilling, up-close glimpse of a passing train - a perfect photo opportunity! .
A refreshing sugarcane juice with kumquat will energize us for what’s next.
We'll savour a bowl of authentic Phở Gà, considered Vietnam's unofficial National Dish: Home-made Noodles with Chicken might make your day.
We’ll also sample a coffee & chocolate sweet bun, a tasty fusion reflecting Vietnam’s unique culinary history.
At a cozy spot, we’ll try a green papaya salad with dried beef, paired with a rare dragon plum juice for a burst of tropical flavor.
End of the tour, our guide will escort you to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast at the hotel, take a private car to the Mai Chau valley, passing through charming roads and stunning landscapes of lush rice fields, sugarcane fields, and ethnic villages, crossing the Thung Khe Pass.
This journey offers you amazing impressions. Stops are planned along the way to interact with the very hospitable locals.
Arrive in Mai Chau around noon.
Lunch is at the local restaurant.
Afternoon: Take a 2-2.5 hour walk through the mountains and lush vegetation. You will pass through several Thai ethnic villages known for their characteristic stilt houses. The walk gives you the opportunity to share pleasant moments with the villagers. Discover their way of life, local culture, and traditional crafts.
Then, check into the hotel and savor a delightful dinner in the hotel's warm and inviting atmosphere. In the evening, participate in traditional music and dance performances of the Thai ethnic group and taste their traditional rice alcohol through a straw.
Overnight in Mai Chau.

After breakfast, depart for the Pu Luong Nature Reserve, a new marvel as you travel through endless rice fields and ethnic villages, offering breathtaking panoramas.
Your journey then takes you to Eo Keo, home to the Muong ethnic group. From there, you will begin a walking excursion leading to the village of Hang. Along the way, you will admire the rice fields lining your path, immersing yourself in the daily lives of the warm and welcoming locals working in the fields. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will finally arrive in Pu Luong. The rest of the day is free, allowing you to take in the stunning landscapes and terraced rice fields that define this nature reserve.
Dinner at your leisure and overnight at the hotel.
Overnight in Pu Luong.

Have breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning: Set off on a walking excursion along the most scenic trail in the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. From your hotel, begin your trek towards Don village. From there, cross stunning terraced rice fields to reach Uoi village, home to some of the most breathtaking rice terraces in the reserve. Visit Uoi village before continuing to Lan Trong and Lan Ngoai villages, where you will encounter women still weaving by hand using traditional methods. Engage with the warm and welcoming locals. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
Next, stop at Hieu Waterfall. Hieu Waterfall (meaning Deer Waterfall in Vietnamese) is associated with an intriguing legend. Once, a poor man from Leo Village stumbled upon this enchanting waterfall while on his way to Doc Village. Impressed by the beauty of the waterfall, he decided to settle here with his wife. On the day when they celebrated their new home with their fellow villagers, a herd of deer went to the waterfall to quench their thirst. This serendipitous encounter led to the name of Hieu Waterfall, then the entire Hieu Village. Hieu Waterfall (meaning Deer Waterfall in Vietnamese) is associated with an intriguing legend. One of the best experiences at Hieu Waterfall is taking a refreshing dip in its cool and crystal-clear water. Cascading down from the rocks above, the water is not only invigorating but also offers a sense of serenity.
Then, return to Hanoi. Having lunch at local restaurant on the way.
The rest of the day is your free time at leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi

Have breakfast at hotel.
Free until our driver pick you up and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.