Vietnam Tours from Hanoi

What our customers ask about Vietnam Tours from Hanoi

• What accommodation options are available in Hanoi for the first nights?

  The Old Quarter of Hanoi features a range of 3-5 star hotels to match different budgets and preferences. The 4-star Tirant Hotel and The Light Hotel provide mid-range comfort while luxury seekers can opt for the 5-star Apricot Hotel or Rex Hotel. According to a TourRadar review: "The Light Hotel in Hanoi was perfectly located in the Old Quarter making it easy to explore the city's attractions and nightlife."

• What is the typical duration of tours starting in Hanoi?

  Most Hanoi-based tours run between 5-10 days with 7-8 days being standard. The Vietnam Tour: Melody of Mountain and Sea spans 8 days across northern Vietnam. Shorter trips like the "5 days in North and Central Vietnam" focus on main sites. A TourRadar traveler noted "This was a well-organised tour that covered several main tourist sites of North Vietnam in a relatively short period of time."

• What are the most common pickup points in Hanoi for tour departures?

  Tour operators collect guests from hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake in the Old Quarter the Hanoi Opera House and Noi Bai International Airport. Popular pickup locations include HM Boutique Hotel on Hang Dau Street Au Coeur Boutique Hotel on Hang Be Street and The Light Hotel. A TourRadar traveler confirmed: "The pickup service was very efficient - our guide and driver met us right outside baggage claim at Noi Bai Airport and transferred us to our hotel in the city center."

• What are the best attractions covered in Hanoi before heading to other destinations?

  Most itineraries include visits to the Temple of Literature Vietnam's first university from 1070 the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex One Pillar Pagoda Hoan Kiem Lake and the bustling Old Quarter. Cultural experiences often feature water puppet performances and stops at Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The Hanoi city tour took us to all the prime sights but also left us plenty of time to explore on our own."

• What is the typical travel time from Hanoi to popular next destinations?

  The journey to Halong Bay takes about 2.5-3 hours by bus while Sapa requires 5-6 hours via limousine bus. Flights to Da Nang/Hoi An take 2 hours and Ninh Binh is accessible within a 2-hour drive. One TourRadar traveler described the Halong Bay route: "The scenic route from Hanoi takes you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching as far as the eyes can see."

• What's the best time of year to start a tour from Hanoi?

  Plan your Hanoi tour between October and April for cooler drier weather. Spring months from February to April offer pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall perfect for exploring the city and surrounding areas. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We visited in November and had perfect weather for exploring both the city and cruising in Halong Bay."