Christmas Package in Hanoi ETHOAS-37
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, has a unique harmonious blend of old Vietnamese traditions with modern French style; a contradictory place were modern meets very ancient qualities of Asian lifestyle. Hanoi is a very chaotic city, yet it maintains an elegant and graceful element. It has been growing around the historic old quarter in a positive way, conserving a friendly link with the existing architecture of old times; there is no ugly contrast, on the contrary, the buildings that are considered to be true relics are highlighted and well preserved.
Activities
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) in the afternoon. After completing immigration and customs procedures, exit the airport where you will be greeted and transferred by bus to the city center. Bottled water and towels will be provided during the transfer. Dinner at Maison Sen Buffet Restaurant.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Meal (s): Dinner
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Then, visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the former Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, and the One Pillar Pagoda – a symbol of longevity and good fortune in Vietnamese culture. Continue to the Temple of Literature, dedicated to Confucius. Founded in 1070, this site became Vietnam’s first university in 1076 for training scholars and officials. Lunch at the local restaurant in the city center. In the aftenoon, you take a relaxing 45-minute cyclo tour around Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple. Cyclo rides travel at 7–10 km/h, ideal for observing the lively street scenes. Dinner at the local restaurant, then return to the hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Meal (s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart by bus for Ha Long Bay (approx. 2.5 hours), with a stop along the way. Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for over 3,000 limestone islands and picturesque grottoes such as Thien Cung and Dau Go. On arrival, take a speedboat to your cruise. Welcome drink upon boarding. Begin a full-day cruise to explore the bay, including cave visits, kayaking, and swimming. Participate in a cooking class on the sundeck.
Overnight on the cruise.
Meal (s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Breakfast and brunch served on board. Disembark and transfer back to the airport in Hanoi for flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival in Da Nang, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the city center for dinner and check in the hotel. Overnight in Da Nang.
Meal (s): Breakfast and dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Then transfer to Ba Na Hills. Upon arrival Ba Na Hills, you will get on a Cable Car which gains 4 world scores including longest single-wire cable car system (5,771.61 meters), highest difference between departure and arrival terminals (1,368.93 meters). Longest nonstop cable (11,587 meters) and the heaviest cable roll (141.24 tons). Highlight in this tour is Golden Bridge (Hands of God). You will have a chance to see and take photos of this beautiful bridge. You continue to visit Le Jardin D'Amour flower garden (also known as Love Flower Garden), Debay wine cellar nearly 100 years old built by the French located deep in the mountain. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant on the mountain. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Da Nang.
Meal (s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Depart from your hotel to Hoi An. Start walking to the old town, follow the narrow lanes lined with centuries-old houses influenced by Chinese, Japanese, French and European architectures and visit numerous places of interest: the 400year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Halls, the local market. Lunch at a local restaurant in Hoi An Ancient Town. Visit Cam Thanh water coconut village. Learn about the daily life of Vietnamese fishermen, their families and their community. Board on boat and commence cruising on the Cua Dai River. Join in local fisherman on the river and experience on round net or cast net. Learn how to paddle the Vietnamese unique bamboo basket boat. Explore the now tranquil coconut-palm flanked waterways of a past war and hear of the extreme conditions endured by soldiers of both sides. Return to your hotel in Da Nang and relax. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Da Nang.
Meal (s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Begin your city tour with a visit Son Tra Peninsula, known for its lush greenery and coastal scenery, and visit the majestic Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the tallest Lady Buddha statue in Vietnam, overlooking the East Sea. Head back to the city center to see the iconic Dragon Bridge, one of Da Nang’s most impressive landmarks and a symbol of the city’s modern development. Take a short stop for photos and enjoy the beautiful river view before moving on to Han Market, where you can experience the vibrant local life. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. The farewell dinner will be served at a local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi. Meal (s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time until check-out (before 12:00 PM). You will be picked up by the guide and driver for your transfer to Noi Bai International Airport. End of program.
Meal (s): Breakfast
- 7 Nights hotel accommodation
- Meal plan: Full board
- Tour program/ event and conditions, entrance fees as listed.
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Transfers with private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Domestic airfare: Hanoi – Da Nang – Hanoi (Economy Class).
- 2D1N cruise in Ha Long Bay, all meals included as stated in the itinerary
- Visa on arrival assitant and Fast track at immigration counter.
- Ba Na Hills cable car & buffet lunch combo ($50/ pax).
- Tipping guide, driver, and other services.
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what’s included section
Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist.
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Date of cancellation Penalty
More than 30 days before arrival No fees
Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival 25% of the total value
Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival 50% of the total value
Less than 07 days before the date of arrival 100% of the total value
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| Tour Name | Christmas Package in Hanoi ETHOAS-37 |
|---|---|
| Sales Validity Start | 22 October 2026 |
| Sales Validity End | 31 December 2026 |
| Duration | 8 days |
| Group Size | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 | USD 1644 |
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2 to 10
|
USD 1280 |