Top 5 Bus Day Trips in Vietnam

1.Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,183 reviews · from $55Our pick

Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh by limousine bus, visit monumental Bai Dinh Pagoda, eat a Vietnamese buffet, cruise Trang An by bamboo boat, and climb nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave. The tour lasts 11 to 12 hours, includes an English-speaking guide, and accommodates up to 29 people.

“Enjoyable and educational visit to Ninh Binh where we learnt about Vietnamese history at the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Had a lovely time cruising down the river through limestone caves and a challenging climb to what was a phenomenal view of the area. U need to put aside some money for tips but it was a day we'll spent.”

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2.2-Day Sa Pa Ethnic Homestay Tour & Trek with Limousine Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 440 reviews

Travel from Hanoi to Sa Pa by limousine bus, then trek with a local Hmong English-speaking guide through Lao Chai, Ta Van, bamboo forest, and rice terraces. Sleep at a basic but comfortable homestay, with guides such as Soso, Sua, or Tung sharing local life and mountain culture.

“I knew I wanted to do some hiking in Sapa but wasn't sure which to take and eventually settled with this activity. I'm so glad I choice this one as it was fantastic. I was contacted by Viet via WhatsApp well in advance of the activity and he helped arrange my sleeper bus from Hanoi along with the optional upgrades I requested. Viet provided clear instructions and was readily available to assist at all times. The food included throughout the tour was amazing both at the homestay and the start/ finish restaurant. Gom was my guide for the trek and she was extraordinary, providing detailed knowledge of the area, including…”

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3.Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · from $35Best value

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by limousine bus to Tuan Chau Marina, then cruise Ha Long Bay with an English-speaking guide. You’ll enjoy a buffet lunch, visit Sung Sot, or Surprise Cave, stop at Titop Island, and have time for optional kayaking before a sunset party on the return voyage.

“What an amazing tour! The tour guide was very pleasant and friendly, and gave lots of information about Hanoi, Vietnam in general and Ha Long Bay as well. The views were absolutely stunning, such an incredible trip I’d highly recommend it to anybody!”

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4.Halong Bay Day Tour 6Hour Deluxe Cruise Limousine Bus Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 317 reviews · from $52

You’ll ride from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by limousine bus, cruise Halong Bay for about six hours, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Hang Luon, climb or swim at Titop Island, and eat a Vietnamese seafood lunch. English-speaking guides lead the day, with groups capped at 38.

“A fantastic luxuary cruisetour in Halong bay . The Cave was amazing beautiful. The tour guide was perfect.”

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5.2-Day Sapa Limo Bus Tour & Fansipan Peak Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 277 reviews

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by limousine or sleeper bus, trek through rice terraces toward Lao Chai and Ta Van with a local English-speaking guide, then ride the cable car to Fansipan. Guides such as Song, Susu, and Than help explain local life, while free time lets you explore Sapa town.

“We loved our guide Song, who took us on a 3hour trek through the villages and Rice paddies. She was from a local tribe and talked a ,ot about her culture and their way of life. She was a very gentle and sweet person. Trip up to Fanzipan was great. Excellent views from cable car on the way up. Misty at the top so no view, but this is common. Great experience anyway. For people who don't want to walk the 600 steps you can catch a mono rail to the top. We did feel giddy from the high altitude of 3400 meters.”

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