Group Experiences in Hanoi

Visit the Lotte Observation Deck on the 65th floor of the Lotte Center in Hanoi. Look out through floor-to-ceiling glass windows for a complete view of the city’s mix of historic and modern buildings. Step onto the Sky Walk, a transparent glass platform, giving you the feeling of walking above the city. This is a great spot for photos. Try to visit during the day to see the busy streets below or at sunset to see the skyline.

Leave the busy streets of Hanoi and spend a day in Ninh Binh, known as the “Ha Long Bay on land.” Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, to learn about the country's royal history. Climb Mua Cave for a view of rice fields and limestone mountains. Ride a traditional sampan boat through Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with winding rivers, caves, and temples among karst cliffs. Along the way, have a Vietnamese buffet lunch and learn stories from a local guide.

Take a hop-on hop-off tour in Hanoi to visit key landmarks of the city. Begin in the Old Quarter, passing through places like St. Joseph Cathedral and Bach Ma Temple. Head to the Hoàn Kiếm Lake area to learn about its historical legend and significance. Stop by Quan Thanh Temple, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum. Visit at your preferred pace, with flexible routes.

Take a day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, starting with a convenient hotel pickup. Begin with a visit to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, where you’ll learn about the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties before cycling through a local village. Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring regional specialties like goat meat, spring rolls, and vegetarian options. Continue your adventure at Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a boat ride through limestone landscapes and cave systems. Afterwards, climb up nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave (Dragon Peak) for views of Tam Coc and its lotus fields. End the day with a ride back to Hanoi, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Visit city’s key spots to sample Vietnamese dishes. Explore the nighttime atmosphere of Hanoi’s streets and hidden corners. Along the way, you’ll taste a mix of local favorites and popular specialties showcasing the variety of city’s food culture. Your guide will share stories about Hanoi’s culinary traditions, giving you a deeper understanding of its cuisine. In between tastings, you’ll also pass by notable city landmarks.

Take a trip from Hanoi to the mountains of Sapa on this 2-day guided tour that combines cultural visits with scenic views. Travel in a comfortable sleeping bus along the highway, passing rice fields and mountain landscapes. Upon arrival, visit Cat Cat Village, home to the Black H’mong ethnic group. See traditional crafts, local customs, waterfalls, and rice terraces. In the evening, have Vietnamese meals and visit Sapa town at night, known for its unique ethnic Love Market (on Saturdays). Stay overnight in a comfortable hotel. The next day, visit Fansipan Mountain, the highest peak in Indochina, via a modern 3-wire cable car system. Reach the peak at 3,143 m to see the landscape from above the clouds. Return to Sapa for lunch, then end the tour by taking a bus back to Hanoi.

Complete the Ha Giang Loop, passing Tham Ma Pass, Heaven's Gate, Stone Plateau, Dong Van, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Sky Route, and the trails of the Ha Giang mountain range. Also, take a boat trip on the Nho Que River. Day 1 includes travel from Ha Giang to Quan Ba and Du Gia. Begin on the ‘Road of Happiness’ heading north. Drive over the Quan Ba Pass, enter Dong Van Geopark, and visit Heaven’s Gate and the Fairy Hills. Day 2 covers Meo Vac to Dong Van and Lung Cu. Travel up Ma Pi Leng mountain pass, then continue to Dong Van and onward to Lung Cu Flag Tower for views. On Day 3, travel from Sa Phin to Yen Minh and Ha Giang City. Visit the palace of Vuong Chinh Duc, the H’mong King. Descend from the Stone Plateau to reach Yen Minh, then return to Ha Giang.

Visit the Lotus Water Puppet Theater along Hoan Kiem Lake. The building combines French architecture with Vietnamese artistry. Watch Vietnam’s traditional water puppet drama. This centuries-old art form uses puppets, silk, bamboo, and traditional music to show legendary tales and village life. With 250 seats on two levels, you'll get a good view from any seat. Once shown only during big festivals, these performances are now regular at the Lotus Water Puppet Theater.

Visit VinWonders Wave Park Hanoi – Ocean Park 2, featuring the world’s largest wave pool complex. The park spans over 18 hectares and includes six artificial wave pools across 5.4 hectares, with waves reaching nearly 3 m high. Check out Asia’s largest Laguna salt lake. This 9.3-hectare spot is great for water activities. Families can use the water playground, which has two fountains and seven slides for children. See a 15 m waterfall and a 30 m artificial mountain. The 10,000 m2 Sandy Park offers beach-style fun.

Visit VinKE & Vinpearl Aquarium at Vincom Mega Mall Times City for a family outing. VinKE provides a place where kids can try out different professions and play career-simulation games that are both fun and educational. Next door, Vinpearl Aquarium showcases a variety of sea creatures. You can hand-feed fish, see aquatic animals up close, and watch the _Mermaid Show_. VinKE and Vinpearl Aquarium offer both learning and play. With over 200 arcade machines, interactive play zones, and diverse marine exhibits, kids gain skills and confidence. The whole family can spend a day enjoying these activities together.

Visit Lotte World Aquarium Hanoi to see a wide range of aquatic animals from rivers, seas, and oceans. The aquarium has themed zones that highlight both local and international species. Watch tropical fish, rays, and sharks in large tanks that mimic their natural environments. Engage with exhibits and learning opportunities for all ages.

Visit the countryside on a guided day tour to Mai Chau, where you will see nature's beauty and the Mai Chau valley. Get picked up at your hotel in Hanoi and head towards Mai Chau. Stop along the way for photos and visit the Muong tribes and Thung Khe Pass for a view of Mai Chau Valley. Arrive in Mai Chau, relax, and enjoy lunch with a local family of the White Thai tribe. Use some free time to familiarize yourself with the villagers. Ride a bike through village paths, and see terraced rice paddies and small villages. Learn about the culture of the ethnic minority Thai people as you visit Pom Coong and Na Phon villages. End the tour with a drop-off at your hotel.

Get picked up at your hotel in the Old Quarter and head to Ninh Binh province. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient royal capital of Vietnam, including Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple. Then, continue to Tam Coc, located 10 kilometers from Hoa Lu. Reach Mua Cave and climb 500 steps to the top of Mua Mountain, where you'll enjoy views of the Hoa Lu area. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before boarding a bamboo boat rowed by locals on the Hoang Long River. Travel through Tam Coc, passing through three large caves, local fishers, riverside villages, and limestone formations. The boat ride lasts around two hours. Board the bus for your return to Hanoi, where your trip will end.

Get picked up by the guide and depart for Ninh Binh province, with a short 15-20 minute break during the trip. Upon arrival, visit Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010, and learn about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties. Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice. Vegetarian options are also available. Take a 2.5-hour bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc, where you’ll pass by paddy fields, rivers, and a cave system often called “Ha Long Bay on land.” Cycle around the village for 45 minutes to observe local life. Head to Mua Cave, where you can walk up nearly 500 steps for amazing views. Return to Hanoi and get dropped off at your hotel in the Old Quarter.