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Northern Vietnam Holidays


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Situated just a few hours from frenetic Hanoi you will find some of Vietnam's most alluring landscapes.

The picturesque Mai Chau Valley and Pu Luong Nature Reserve offer a peaceful escape, with lush rice fields and traditional villages surrounded by spectacular rock formations while to the east lies Ninh Binh's beautiful network of waterways set amid towering limestone mountains and cavernous grottos.

Further south you will find the dramatic cave systems and winding rivers of Phong Nha.

Trailfinders offers a range of Northern Vietnam holidays and we have a dedicated team of specialists who are mines of information about the country, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore the country on a private tour with an expert guide, join a sociable small group tour, or are simply looking for advice on the best place to stay on a luxury beach break – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO NORTHERN VIETNAM

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Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular holidays staying in this region of Vietnam. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination
Hanoi, Halong Bay & Beyond
Hanoi, Halong Bay & Beyond
Vietnam
Private Tour
7 days / 6 nights

Combine the hustle and bustle of the capital with stunning rural landscapes on this private tour of northern Vietnam.

Guide Price: €1,285 pp

Guide Price: £1,055 pp

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Hidden Hills of Indochina
Hidden Hills of Indochina
Laos
Private Tour
11 days / 10 nights

Travel overland from charming Luang Prabang in Laos to vibrant Hanoi in Vietnam, visiting some of the hidden gems of these fascinating countries.

Guide Price: €3,309 pp

Guide Price: £2,849 pp

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Vietnam Hike, Bike & Kayak
Vietnam Hike, Bike & Kayak
Vietnam
Active Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
10 days / 9 nights

Perfect for the active adventurer, this trip will have you hiking, biking, and paddling through the best of Vietnam. Kayak through Halong Bay’s towering limestone karsts, trek the Mai Chau area, and cycle through small towns for an authentic taste of Vietnam.

Guide Price: €1,199 pp

Guide Price: £919 pp

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WHERE TO GO IN NORTHERN VIETNAM

Each region of Vietnam boasts its own attractions and the north is no different. Cycle through Mai Chau's peaceful villages, or visit Pu Luong Nature Reserve, which has similar landscapes but is relatively untouched by tourism and has a more traditional air. Here dramatic terraces dotted with bamboo waterwheels overlook small villages, home to distinct cultures that have inhabited this area for generations.

In Ninh Binh cruise along narrow rivers into cavernous grottos, hike up Hang Mua Peak or clamber through one of the many caves. If you have time the ancient capital of Hoa Lu has numerous temples, pagodas and tombs to explore.

To the south, the Phong Nha National Park is scattered with hundreds of underground grottos and winding rivers, and is a fascinating place to explore.

See the tiles below for a little more information on each destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants?
Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh
With meandering waterways and hundreds of limestone karsts clad with dense greenery, this picturesque region is often referred to as the 'Halong Bay of the land'.
Mai Chau & Pu Luong
Mai Chau & Pu Luong
With a patchwork landscape of lush rice fields and small villages surrounded by forested hills, this peaceful region feels a world away from the bustle of Hanoi.
Phong Nha National Park
Phong Nha National Park
Century's of flooding have carved out one of the world's largest cave systems in Phong Nha and these epic caves have an otherworldly feel.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN NORTHERN VIETNAM

We feature a great range of accommodation in this region, with something to suit all tastes. Maybe you are looking for a simple hotel that is well located for local restaurants, or perhaps you prefer a resort with a tranquil setting, surrounded by rice fields?

What you won't find here are thousands of hotels to wade through. We've done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Sol Bungalows
Sol Bungalows
3 plus star

Northern Vietnam

Located in the heart of the beautiful Mai Chau Valley surrounded by lush paddy fields and forested mountains, Sol Bungalows offer peaceful modern accommodation.
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Emeralda Ninh Binh
Emeralda Ninh Binh
4 star

Northern Vietnam

Built in the style of a traditional Vietnamese village, the Emeralda Ninh Binh offers a charming base from which to explore the area of Ninh Binh.
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Hoang Su Phi Lodge
Hoang Su Phi Lodge
2 plus star

Sapa & The Far North

Situated on the hillside of lush rice terraces and surrounded by breathtaking mountains, Hoang Su Phi Lodge is the perfect base to explore this remote and idyllic part of the country.
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Mai Chau Ecolodge
Mai Chau Ecolodge
3 plus star

Northern Vietnam

Designed to reflect the local stilt house style, this charming lodge is set on a secluded hillside with lovely views over the Mai Chau Valley.
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