Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Vietnam February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Northern Vietnam Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam.dx6054376)[Hotels in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam-Hotels.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Vietnam Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Vietnam Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Northern Vietnam ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Vietnam Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Vietnam travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam.dx6054376) ![Temple of Literature which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115784/d5fb70ec-2a71-411b-8c61-f98a66e2db52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Temple of Literature which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115784/d5fb70ec-2a71-411b-8c61-f98a66e2db52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/f8555384-be3d-4796-bf5b-246ecbdd0d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hanoi featuring street scenes, night scenes and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1428/f24ac6ef-8827-41a7-a382-4040df83042d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ho Chi Minh Museum which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115778/e246ddc2-b975-4225-bdb8-e30ac9a112ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northern Vietnam Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Northern Vietnam has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Northern Vietnam, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Northern Vietnam with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Northern Vietnam Northern Vietnam is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northern Vietnam, and make it a breeze to explore Northern Vietnam and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Vietnam to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Northern Vietnam, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northern Vietnam. #### Northern Vietnam attractions Northern Vietnam has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northern Vietnam to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Vietnam. Looking for things to do in Northern Vietnam can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northern Vietnam or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Vietnam attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. 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to/from Hoi An via Many Fabulous Stops](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48781310/35efec81-7357-43d1-8f0a-3528ddce6045.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hue: Private Car to/from Hoi An via Many Fabulous Stops 5h+ 10/10 260 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hue-private-car-to-from-hoi-an-via-many-scenic-spots1-way.a48781310.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Full-Day Halong Bay Islands and Cave Tour by Transfer Motorway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1250388/d58ed618-3b55-4678-b919-a247d18b2275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Halong Bay Islands and Cave Tour by Transfer Motorway 12h 9.4/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult 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reviews Free cancellation available £192 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-3-day-halong-lan-ha-bay-erina-5-cruise-balcony-bathtub.a50623652.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Swimming, Meal, Kayaking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48026063/18f645f8-fca5-40e0-986a-b1cd9d415f51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Swimming, Meal, Kayaking 9.8/10 2,271 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-1-day-ha-long-bay-cruise-w-titop-island-luon-cave.a48026063.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Hanoi Egg Coffee Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4754810/f65db624-f3d1-42eb-81b7-f872f89e901d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hanoi Egg Coffee Class 1h+ 10/10 43 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £9 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a4754810.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Bat trang Pottery Ceramics Class in Hanoi’s Old Quarter | VN](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47866926/8ccf2f7f-98f1-4f52-b053-92a786ce9058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bat trang Pottery Ceramics Class in Hanoi’s Old Quarter | VN 3h 9.8/10 47 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bat-trang-pottery-ceramics-class-in-hanois-old-quarter-vn.a47866926.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![From Hanoi: 3-Day Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai 5-Star Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48053281/bc1a03ce-5eb4-406b-a3ec-f2d88c54f973.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Hanoi: 3-Day Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai 5-Star Cruise 1d 10/10 90 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £417 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ha-long-lan-ha-bay-and-viet-hai-village-3-day-5-star-cruise.a48053281.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![From Hanoi: 3-Day Luxury Tour Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47672616/5ec0caa8-d915-4476-bb14-44c9a019a313.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Hanoi: 3-Day Luxury Tour Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay Cruise 3d 9/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £339 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-hanoi-3-day-luxury-tour-ninh-binh-ha-long-bay-cruise.a47672616.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![From Hanoi: 2-Day Bai Tu Long Bay Luxury Cruise with Jacuzzi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46583496/299c4f2b-e88d-4046-b463-6e5113aa820a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Hanoi: 2-Day Bai Tu Long Bay Luxury Cruise with Jacuzzi 2d 9.8/10 27 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £102 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-hanoi-2-day-bai-tu-long-bay-luxury-cruise-with-jacuzzi.a46583496.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ### Shows & concerts [See all 47 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) ![Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/720410/c81ec3b8-bed5-413c-a36a-e9b6a91ded39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Tickets 50m 7.8/10 33 Viator reviews ~~£7~~£6 includes taxes & fees per adult 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-water-puppet-show-tickets.a44904538.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Entrance Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1542656/95ff3a09-efc9-4567-9cd5-2c54ae174398.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Entrance Tickets 1h 8.4/10 6 Viator reviews ~~£7~~£6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bts-transfers.a1542656.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Hanoi: Full-Day City Tour and Water Puppet Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4812389/b51f8cd6-e079-4398-b56d-308329e8b94f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hanoi: Full-Day City Tour and Water Puppet Show 1d 9/10 51 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-full-day-city-tour-and-water-puppet-show.a4812389.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Thang Long Water Puppet Show Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50858901/5d17e4d6-8373-456c-a25a-3fa2ffc2c4be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Thang Long Water Puppet Show Tickets 1h ~~£7~~£6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/thang-long-water-puppet-show-tickets.a50858901.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Entrance Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2040179/f88a7b71-3bc5-4e81-9074-8426e87c117b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Entrance Tickets 50m 8/10 4 Viator reviews £6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-thang-long-water-puppet-theatre-entrance-tickets.a2040179.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Hanoi Water Puppet Show Tickets at Thang Long Theatre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/657351/f18675ed-a1c3-4d80-bc18-297ca8effe43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hanoi Water Puppet Show Tickets at Thang Long Theatre 50m 8/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available £11 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-water-puppet-show-tickets-at-thang-long-theatre.a657351.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Private Evening Cyclo Tour with Water Puppet Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4812474/3d07c4a4-36ef-45d7-ae99-13313804080f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Evening Cyclo Tour with Water Puppet Show 3h 9.8/10 11 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-evening-cyclo-tour-with-water-puppet-show.a4812474.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ![Hanoi: Street Food Walking Tour & Water Puppet Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4818842/a4ff7a9d-22e4-42c6-8ddc-52b85b22c068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hanoi: Street Food Walking Tour & Water Puppet Show 4h 9.6/10 102 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-street-food-walking-tour-water-puppet-show.a4818842.activity-details?&rid=6054376&location=Northern+Vietnam&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Vietnam | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cultural Trekking Tour of H'Mong Village In Dong Van](/things-to-do/cultural-trekking-tour-of-hmong-village-in-dong-van.a50277772.activity-details): £22 | | Top 5 things to do | [Cultural Trekking Tour of H'Mong Village In Dong Van](/things-to-do/cultural-trekking-tour-of-hmong-village-in-dong-van.a50277772.activity-details)[2 Days village Trek and Homestay in Dong Van 's Ethnic Highlands](/things-to-do/2-days-village-trek-and-homestay-in-dong-van-s-ethnic-highlands.a50277379.activity-details)[3D2N Ha Giang loop, small Private group, Private room AND with Nu](/things-to-do/3-days-2-nights-ha-giang-loop-adventure-in-private-motorbike.a50074153.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [3D2N Ha Giang loop, small Private group, Private room AND with Nu](/things-to-do/3-days-2-nights-ha-giang-loop-adventure-in-private-motorbike.a50074153.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Vietnam --- ### Popular places to visit ![Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115806/5a1c3479-7127-49e6-a722-5e42eb90e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hoan Kiem Lake Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hoan-Kiem-Lake-Old-Quarter.d6115796.Attraction) ![Halong Bay featuring a coastal town, rugged coastline and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024117/f0cc4526-323d-430d-be20-daa78d3a6ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ha Long Bay Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ha-Long-Bay-Quang-Ninh-Province.d6024117.Attraction) ![Evening view in Hanoi, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635710297789/b891eada-0080-42b7-8bc8-07ed47f30e15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi Old Town Night Market During your trip to Hanoi, you can do some window-shopping at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Old-Town-Night-Market-Hanoi.d553248635710297789.Attraction) ![Halong Bay Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229344/b96e02b3-b887-4f7b-beaa-9af866344c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Halong Bay Marina Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Halong-Bay-Marina-Hon-Gai.d6229344.Attraction) ![St. Joseph Cathedral showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158574/06e04dab-1cc5-4821-97cd-8c54711393b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Josephs-Cathedral-Of-Hanoi-Old-Quarter.d6158574.Attraction) ![Beautiful pagoda in Hanoi... possible to walk but recommend to have a motorbike take you as it’s just outside of the main city area and easy to rent or hail someone to take you. Worth the views!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664655/acb7abd2-59b5-4d09-9a2c-ae42b8c1dcd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Lake-Tay-Ho.d553248621526918488.Attraction) ![0_ec50c27f-4955-4874-adbb-5cf21c173d61_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6312463/0331aaf1-c5ed-4d83-9b2c-ebca456626f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sapa Lake Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sapa-Lake-Sa-Pa.d6312463.Attraction) ![Hanoi Opera House which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115792/bd219041-fee4-4579-9877-6fa9009d52c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi Opera House This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Opera-House-Hoan-Kiem.d6115792.Attraction) ![Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties Ninh Binh Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975257926/347cc40e-9dd8-4d01-ab36-b3f7e727c9c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ninh Binh Walking Street You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ninh Binh Walking Street during your visit to Đông Thành. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ninh-Binh-Walking-Street-Ninh-Binh.d553248635975257926.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Northern Vietnam ![Hanoi featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/e9fbbdf7-51e2-4221-a228-e86dc6f04037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Quarter Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Old-Quarter.dx3000664659) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/f8555384-be3d-4796-bf5b-246ecbdd0d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hoan Kiem The historic center of Hanoi, this maze of streets offers the city’s most traditional food, best souvenir shopping and lively nighttime entertainment. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hoan-Kiem.dx6054471) ![Hanoi which includes street scenes, night scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171393366/78df818d-7904-48db-adce-1828f6f6e7c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### French Quarter The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-French-Quarter.dx553248635171393366) ![View from our Apricot Hotel Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/3cab8f5f-8a0f-4a47-a31a-fcc84712b765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hang Trong If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hang-Trong.dx553248635974587449) ![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115776/71ed4772-afdc-4f73-be40-7c98a7bf4890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ba Dinh The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Ba-Dinh.dx6054464) ![Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664655/81e5747a-1d38-44f0-999b-fa9b058ab1c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tay Ho Escape the city and relax on the shores of Hanoi’s biggest lake. Enjoy local delicacies, gardens, historic sights, Buddhist temples and other attractions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Tay-Ho.dx3000664655) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Northern Vietnam ![Hanoi featuring cycling as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1428/c3729f73-3737-41ee-85fc-4dcaf3a8b382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hanoi ![Sunset at Tam bac river, Haiphong, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1507/f7aefdcc-6ec5-4987-b8fc-b915ebf6b337.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hai Phong ![Sapa city in fog and clouds. Neighborhood of the city of Sapa, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053145/55a1c1d3-e913-4543-bd55-f95089b17cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sa Pa ![Mui Ne fishing village with a lot of boat, Binh Thuan province, Vietnam.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125119/b9f72c83-38a4-404b-b68a-eaad2d7f1848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ninh Binh ![One Asian woman enjoying beautiful rural landscape surrounded by Karst mountains in winter at Mingshi Village (Mingshi Tianyuan) in Daxin County, Chongzuo city, Guangxi, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6196536/5bb989e3-eea5-4889-bef2-4a57d8499a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chongzuo ![World natural heritage, Trang An, Ninh Binh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219816/baef74cf-0583-4681-8afd-c1db4b9c38dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hoa Lu ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257624/44eb3226-a7bf-409b-b36a-688f303d80ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ha Giang ![Aerial or distant panoramic views of the Dinh Hoa Safe Zone (ATK), a historic revolutionary base nestled in the mountainous region.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257703/b0906586-b9b8-41b4-9b1f-d51e6973cc0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Thai Nguyen ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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