Northern Vietnam

A region of dramatic landscapes, rich traditions, and diverse ethnic cultures. From towering mountains to historic cities, Northern Vietnam offers some of the country’s most iconic experiences.

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Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay 2 Days
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Hanoi – Sapa – Ha Long Bay
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Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay 1 Day
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$233 / Person
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Grand Vietnam Journey: Complete North to South in 14 Days
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Explore Vietnam Deeper: Mountains, Culture & Cities in 10 Days
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11 – 15 Days 4.9(7)
Vietnam Made Easy: One Trip, All Highlights Covered (11 Days)
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$747 / Person
7 – 10 Days 5.0(5)
Explore All of Vietnam: From Fansipan Peaks to Mekong Delta (10 Days)
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$732 / Person
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Complete Vietnam Experience -10 Days, 8 Destinations, Endless Fun
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$682 / Person
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Vietnam Fun Escape with 3 Cities in 9 Days
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7 – 10 Days 5.0(5)
Quick Vietnam Discovery – One Journey, Full Experience
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$482 / Person
7 – 10 Days 5.0(8)
Vietnam Romantic Escape: Halong Cruise to Phu Quoc Paradise (8 Days)
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Ultimate Vietnam Journey – North to South in Comfort – 11 Days
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What Our Guests Say About Northern Vietnam Tours

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198 Northern Vietnam Reviews

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hongwan On: 24 Sep, 2026
5
I was planing for a custom travel package to Vietnam for my family, including two teenage boys and I found lily travel through Google search.I con...
Margaret L On: 24 Sep, 2026
5
We were given a few agencies to check up on Hanoi/Sapa tour. Decided to try out Lily's Travel. No regret in choosing them. Our 1st contact was Tracy w...
Markus K On: 24 Sep, 2026
5
Lily's Travel is an amazing agency. They take care of everything. Cassie, Annie and Jolie organized and supported my trip to Ha Giang and Ha Long Bay....
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Chia On: 24 Sep, 2026
5
Chun Chun tailored made a 7 days trip, including 2 days hiking / camping at Phan Xi pan. The hiking guide and supporting team are great to assist us t...
Dhrumit On: 24 Sep, 2026
5
We just completed our Vietnam trip with Lily's travel and it was such an amazing experience. They planned it so well. Customer support is so good. If...
leewilliams100 On: 24 Sep, 2026
5
By far the best agency I’ve ever dealt with- super Friendly, organised and helpful. The whole trip from beginning to end was hassle free and really we...

Northern Vietnam Handbook

Season Winter

Typical Temperature 10 - 20 °C

Crowded Level Low

Weather Conditions Cold, humid, cloudy, occasional drizzle

Avg Rainy Days 5 – 10 Days

Attraction Queue Time Short Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi and Ninh Binh feel colder due to high humidity. Sapa and Ha Giang can drop below 8°C with fog or frost. Visibility in mountainous areas is limited in early morning.

Public Holidays: New Year’s Day (1 Jan)

Season Winter

Typical Temperature 12 – 22°C

Weather Conditions Cool, humid, light drizzle, cloudy

Avg Rainy Days 8–12 days

Attraction Queue Time Long Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi and Ninh Binh are damp and misty. Sapa and Ha Giang can drop below 10°C, especially morning and night. Fog is common in mountainous areas, reducing visibility.

Public Holidays: Lunar New Year (Tet Holiday – varies by year)

Season Spring

Typical Temperature 18 – 28°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Mild, humid, frequent drizzle

Avg Rainy Days 8–12 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi and Ninh Binh often have light rain and high humidity. Sapa and Ha Giang remain cool with foggy mornings. Landscapes are lush and green—great for photography.

Season Spring

Typical Temperature 20 – 30°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Mild, slightly humid, occasional drizzle

Avg Rainy Days 5–8 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Early morning fog may appear in Hanoi, Sapa, and Ha Giang. Sapa remains cooler (15–22°C), good for trekking.

Public Holidays: Reunification Day (30 Apr), Hung Kings Festival

Season Summer

Typical Temperature 24 – 34°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Warm, humid, occasional thunderstorms

Avg Rainy Days 8–12 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Weather becomes hotter and more humid. Mountain areas stay cooler but rain becomes more frequent. Afternoon thunderstorms are short but intense.

Public Holidays: Labor Day (1 May)

Season Summer

Typical Temperature 26 – 35°C

Crowded Level Crowded

Weather Conditions Hot, humid, frequent afternoon thunderstorms

Avg Rainy Days 10–15 Days

Attraction Queue Time Long Waiting

Key Events: Sudden heavy showers are common in Hanoi and Ninh Binh. Sapa and Ha Giang remain cooler but trekking trails become muddy. Humidity is high, causing discomfort during outdoor activities.

Public Holidays: Summer holiday season (domestic travel peak)

Season Summer

Typical Temperature 27 – 35°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Hot, humid, frequent heavy rain

Avg Rainy Days 12–18 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Frequent thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon. Sapa and Ha Giang are cooler but foggy and rainy. Landscapes are lush but weather is unpredictable.

Season Autumn

Typical Temperature 26 – 34°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Hot, humid, frequent heavy rain

Avg Rainy Days 12–18 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Sudden downpours occur frequently. Mountain areas have fog and reduced visibility.

Public Holidays: Vu Lan Festival (Ghost Festival – lunar July)

Season Autumn

Typical Temperature 24 – 32°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Warm, humid, occasional rain

Avg Rainy Days 8–12 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Rice terraces in Sapa and Ha Giang enter harvest season. Weather still has occasional rain, especially in mountains.

Public Holidays: National Day (2 Sep)

Season Autumn

Typical Temperature 20 – 28°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Cool, dry, pleasant

Avg Rainy Days 3–6 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: One of the best months to visit Northern Vietnam. Clear skies, low humidity—ideal for walking tours. Golden rice terraces in Sapa and Ha Giang.

Public Holidays: Peak autumn travel season

Season Winter

Typical Temperature 15 – 26°C

Crowded Level Low

Weather Conditions Cool, dry, occasional fog

Avg Rainy Days 3–6 Days

Attraction Queue Time Short Waiting

Key Events: Pleasant weather in Hanoi, ideal for sightseeing. Sapa and Ha Giang become colder, especially mornings/evenings. Clear skies suitable for photography.

Season Winter

Typical Temperature 10 – 22°C

Crowded Level Moderately Crowded

Weather Conditions Cold, dry, occasional drizzle and fog

Avg Rainy Days 3–6 Days

Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi is cold, especially mornings and evenings. Sapa and Ha Giang can drop below 10°C, sometimes near 0°C. Fog is common in mountainous areas.

Public Holidays: Christmas, New Year

More Reviews from Our Guests

Trung N

Reviewed: 24 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Hanoi - Sapa - Ha Long Bay

I started off my trip by meeting with Tony and giving him my trip details to build the perfect itinerary. He made everything seamless despite my friends and I having different arrivals and departures. The team we met with in Hanoi were incredibly wholesome and ready to take care of questions, concerns and any other arrangements as needed. We spent 7 days going from Sa Pa to Ha Long Bay and everything was perfect. Thanks again to Quynh Huong, Tony, Anh Hong, Chi, Linh, Nhi, Mina, Hường Vũ, Meo Meo, Nhật Hồng and Ngọc Ánh and the rest of the Lily’s Travel Team for such an incredible trip.

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

Raad

Reviewed: 24 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Hanoi - Sapa - Ha Long Bay

Many activities in Vietnam are limitless.. The atmosphere is also wonderful for swimming, walking, enjoying drinking Vietnamese coffee, and visiting the rice fields in Sapa

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Shady Montanez

Reviewed: 24 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Vietnam Made Easy: One Trip, All Highlights Covered (11 Days)

TRUST IS MORE VALUABLE THAN GOLD! That’s their slogan and do they deliver. I wish there was a lily travel agency everywhere I go! I took my 14 year son on a 7 days adventurous wild ride through Southeast Asia that included stops in Saigon, Siem Reap, Hoi an, Ba Na Hills, Hanoi and Ha long Bay. In every step of the way pre trip, during and after the trip there was Emma and Mina. Making sure everything was coming together as planned. We had the time of our lives.

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

Chysmaarten

Reviewed: 24 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay 2 Days

We booked a trip to Sapa and Ha Giang with Lily's travel agency and it was AMAZING! Mia made a wonderfull itinerary and Lucy took such good care of us. Defenitly worth it to book with these friendly and warm people.

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

Alicia M

Reviewed: 24 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Hanoi - Sapa - Ha Long Bay

On our free trip to Vietnam, we have booked excursions to the Mekong and Lan Ha Bay with Lily's Travel. Our experience has been magnificent, they are super attentive before and during the trip, so everything was clear to us. Mina has been great. We liked both the activities and the local guides a lot. There is a good quality price relation. con tu cámara. We recommend it!!

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

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