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Parfum d’Automne offers a tour to discover Northern Vietnam and the city of Luang Prabang in Laos.
This journey is designed for travelers who wish to explore the most beautiful destinations in Northern Vietnam and enjoy a visit to one of Southeast Asia’s prettiest cities, Luang Prabang.
Northern Vietnam is full of stunning destinations, many of which you will have the chance to visit: Lan Ha Bay aboard one of our traditional junks, Ninh Binh—also called the Inland Halong Bay—and the Pu Luong Nature Reserve, a true natural haven of peace. We will also include Hanoi in the first days of the trip so you can immerse yourself in Vietnamese history and culture.
Finally, you will spend a few days in Luang Prabang to discover its rich and ancient civilization. The surroundings of the city are also breathtaking, and your guide will take you to explore highlights such as the Kuang Si waterfalls.
Arrival at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport. Meet our driver and guide, then transfer to your hotel. You may leave your luggage at the hotel (rooms available from 1:00 PM). Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, enjoy a discovery tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake. Learn about the history of the Old Quarter and its traditional guilds as your guide leads you through narrow streets full of surprises—perfect for experiencing the atmosphere of Hanoi from day one! Highlights include Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple on a small island, and Dong Xuan Market. End the afternoon with a traditional water puppet show, where your guide will share Vietnamese legends.
Dinner on your own and overnight at the Parfum d’Automne Guest House or a charming 3-star hotel.
Included in the day: Airport transfer to the hotel, lunch, entrance tickets, transportation by private car with driver, services of a English-speaking Vietnamese guide, and accommodation.
You will have breakfast at your hotel or at the Parfum d’Automne Guest House. Our guide and driver will pick you up to continue exploring Hanoi.
The morning will be dedicated to Vietnamese history, with visits to the Temple of Literature (a symbol of Confucianism) and Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist pagoda in Hanoi. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Museum of Ethnology, which provides extensive information on the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam.
In the early evening, we recommend attending My Village (optional), an impressive show combining dance and circus performances—children will love it!
Dinner on your own and overnight at the Parfum d’Automne Guest House or a charming 3-star hotel.
Your driver will pick you up at your hotel around 8:00 AM, heading to Cat Ba Island. After the ferry, to reach Cat Ba town (about 30 km away), where our junk boat is located, we offer an off-the-beaten-path one-hour motorbike ride with a driver. Lunch will be served along the way at a local restaurant.
Arrival at the pier around 1:30–2:00 PM. You will then board our small fishing boat to reach Viet Hai Island. From there, take a bike ride to the village, explore the surroundings, have dinner, and overnight in a bungalow in the village.
Included in the day: Breakfast, private car with driver, services of a English-speaking Vietnamese guide, ferry, motorbike with driver, entrance tickets to the bay, fishing boat rental, bicycle rental, lunch and dinner, and overnight stay in a bungalow.
After breakfast, the boat will continue to explore Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy some free time onboard before having lunch. Disembark on Cat Ba Island around 12:30 PM, then drive to Ninh Binh. Arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner on your own and overnight at the hotel.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, junk boat rental with crew services, car transfer from Cat Ba Island to Ninh Binh, and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, the boat will continue to explore Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy some free time onboard before having lunch. Disembark on Cat Ba Island around 12:30 PM, then drive to Ninh Binh. Arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner on your own and overnight at the hotel.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, junk boat rental with crew services, car transfer from Cat Ba Island to Ninh Binh, and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy a bike ride to visit the Jade Pagoda, Thai Vi Temple, and the rice fields of Tam Coc. Climb to the top of Mua Mountain (450 steps) to admire a breathtaking panoramic view of the Tam Coc region. Lunch in a local restaurant in Tam Coc. In the afternoon, discover Tam Coc by boat, gliding along its scenic waterways. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner on your own and overnight at the hotel.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, bike rental, entrance fees, English-speaking guide services, car rental, and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, depart by car with your guide for Pu Luong. Lunch will be served at the ecolodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a short hike to the Cham River, where you will board a bamboo raft for a peaceful ride through this serene natural setting. Take time to relax and appreciate the tranquility of the surroundings. Return to your accommodation in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at your ecolodge.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, car with driver, English-speaking guide services, and overnight stay in an ecolodge.
After breakfast, you will start descending into the magnificent valley facing the ecolodge, where you will walk around terraced rice fields. Then, you will follow small paths covered with vegetation, gradually revealing the picturesque village of Uoi, nestled at the foot of a high mountain. Continue descending the hill to Uoi village, then on to Lan village. If time permits, you will visit a local family where you can learn about the traditional brocade weaving technique (not guaranteed). Return to your accommodation at the end of the afternoon.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, private car with driver, services of a English-speaking guide, overnight stay at the ecolodge.
Free morning to rest after the trek. Breakfast and lunch at the ecolodge before driving back to Hanoi. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang (departure at 7:10 PM). Arrival in Luang Prabang at 8:30 PM. Meet and greet, then transfer to your hotel.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, English-speaking guide, transfer from Pu Luong to Hanoi airport, welcome at Luang Prabang airport and transfer to your hotel.
After breakfast, you will set out to explore the city of Luang Prabang with your guide. Visit Vat Xieng Thong, the most beautiful temple in the city, built in the 16th century; Vat Visounarath and its Melon Stupa, then nearby Vat Aham. Afterward, climb Mount Phu Si to enjoy the sunset over the city. On the way back, stop at the colorful night market. Dinner on your own and overnight at the hotel.
Included in the day: Breakfast, lunch, transportation by car and services of a English-speaking guide (full day), entrance tickets, overnight at the hotel.
A full day of adventure awaits! After breakfast, embark on a boat cruise to visit the Pak Ou Caves, located 32 km upstream. Along the way, stop at the Whisky Village to see the traditional production of Lau Lao (rice whisky), then continue to the caves for an hour-long visit, where thousands of Buddha statues are kept.
Next, travel by car through lush forest to reach the spectacular Kuang Si Waterfalls, with a stop en route at a Hmong ethnic village. On the way back, visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong and learn about the traditional craft of handmade silk paper.
Dinner at your leisure and overnight stay at your hotel in Luang Prabang.
Included in the day: breakfast, lunch, transportation (boat and car), entrance fees, services of a French-speaking guide (full day), overnight stay at the hotel.
Early in the morning, around 5:45 AM, you will take a private car to Ban Vat Sean to witness the morning alms-giving ceremony, where Buddhist monks in saffron robes walk in a serene procession to receive offerings. Return to the hotel for breakfast and check-out. Then, visit the Royal Palace Museum before your transfer to the airport.
Included in the day: breakfast, transportation, entrance fees, services of a English-speaking guide (half-day), and airport transfer.
All our tours are private. You will travel with your own vehicle, driver, and guide, ensuring maximum comfort and flexibility throughout your journey.
Private tours for solo travelers are significantly more expensive, and most guides are unwilling to lead one-person tours. Therefore, this itinerary is available starting from 2 travelers.
If you’re traveling alone, we can offer day trips or short excursions instead.
No, our tours begin upon your arrival in Vietnam.
However, we’re happy to assist you in booking your international flights if needed.
You’ll find the ideal travel period in the “Practical Info” section, based on the climate in the regions visited.
That said, this tour is available year-round, with a few adjustments depending on the season.
This itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking cultural discovery and immersion in nature.
It can be adapted for couples, families, or groups of friends of all ages.
Absolutely! All our tours are fully customizable.
You can modify the duration, change accommodations, add activities, or adjust the pace according to your preferences.
Simply send us a request using the contact form on this page.
One of our travel advisors will get back to you quickly to finalize your itinerary and provide a personalized quote.
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