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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Vietnam Made Easy: One Trip, All Highlights Covered (11 Days)
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7 – 10 Days 5.0(5)
Explore All of Vietnam: From Fansipan Peaks to Mekong Delta (10 Days)
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Complete Vietnam Experience -10 Days, 8 Destinations, Endless Fun
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7 – 10 Days 5.0(10)
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
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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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$680 / Person

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

Yelda Ü

Reviewed: 23 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Ultimate Vietnam Journey - North to South in Comfort - 11 Days

We did Vietnam tour from north to south for ten days. From the beginning to end we got the whole services with tours, hotels, transportations.. with Lily’s Travel. The team was very organized and informative all the time. Whenever we need them, they replied immediately! Especially Mina from team, supported us all the time. Despite we had 2 small kids, we had really good time there. I have just suggestions to travelers; stay in Hanoi at least one night, and no need to go Ho Chi Minh City.

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

Reni S

Reviewed: 23 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Vietnam All-in-One Escape – Cruise, Culture & Beach Fun (9 Days)

We had an incredible trip to Vietnam with Lily's Tour package . Budget friendly,responsible and attentive in communication. Hassle free trip and enjoyed 8 Nights from North to south without any stress that's because of Gina and Zoey from Lily's Tour agency. Even the hotels were good enough booked by them. Breakfast included . I Highly recommend if anyone looking for a hassle free and budget friendly trip to Vietnam.

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

Purva

Reviewed: 23 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Ultimate Vietnam Journey - North to South in Comfort - 11 Days

Good experience.. very well planed trip really good.. stella and Lucy our your operator.. both of them are very helpful.. very kind.. very nice overall Good experience

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

Annette D

Reviewed: 23 September, 2026

5.0/5

Booked: Hanoi - Sapa - Ha Long Bay

We had a fantastic time in Hanoi with Lilys travel organising all our transport including sleeper bus to Sapa . Very good guides and taxis . Very good communications plus a hot line if needed .Sam and Stella was behind us all the time checking up if we are ok ! Senior travellers this is the way to go . We loved Vietnam .Will be back with Sam and Stella

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

JW

Reviewed: 23 September, 2026

5.0/5

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

Great tours organized by Lily Travel. We went to Lily Travel to do sightseeing in Hanoi. We were introduced a few one-day tours and we went to Trang An and Lan Ha Bay. The scenery is really nice! Mina has done an excellent job in organizing the tours for us and made sure that we are well taken care of.Thank you, Mina!

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

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