The Serene Journey of Mrs. Tessie See Version 2

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The Serene Journey of Mrs. Tessie See Version 2
Hanoi, Vietnam
Sep 1 - 5, 2025
Group size: 1 - 15
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$303

About your trip

 

🌆 Hanoi – A City of Timeless Charm
Vietnam’s vibrant capital blends centuries of history with dynamic modern life. Wander through the Old Quarter’s maze of narrow streets, where French colonial architecture stands alongside ancient temples. Taste authentic street food, sip egg coffee, and watch daily life unfold around Hoan Kiem Lake. Hanoi offers a perfect introduction to Vietnam’s rich culture, history, and energy.

🌿 Ninh Binh – The Hidden Gem of Northern Vietnam
Often called “Ha Long Bay on land,” Ninh Binh is a stunning landscape of towering limestone mountains, winding rivers, and golden rice fields. Explore ancient pagodas, cruise through caves in Tam Coc or Trang An, and visit Hoa Lu — Vietnam’s ancient capital. It’s a peaceful countryside escape, just a few hours from Hanoi.

â›” Ha Long Bay – A Natural Wonder of the World
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay is world-renowned for its emerald waters and thousands of dramatic limestone islands. Cruise through this surreal seascape, kayak into hidden lagoons, and relax aboard a traditional boat. Whether for a day trip or an overnight cruise, Ha Long Bay is a breathtaking highlight of any Vietnam journey.

What's included

Transportation

All transfer and transportation with Air-conditioner vehicle.

English-speaking guide

Meals

as mentioned on itinerary (B = breakfast, Br = brunch, L = lunch, D = dinner).

Entrance fees

as itinerary.

01 bottle of water

per person per day on tour

Accommodation

3 or 4 star hotel depend on package you choose

What's not included

Airfare

International & domestic flight tickets.

Meals

that not mentioned on program.

Early check-in

and late check-out.

Late check-out

Beverages

Personal expense

Tips Insurance & VAT

Others

are not mentioned on itinerary.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival image

Hanoi Arrival - Free at Leisure Hanoi by Night

HAN Airport pick up service:

Our driver will wait and pick you up at Terminal 2 Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and take you to the hotel (Hanoi Old Quarter)

Vehicle: 4 seater private car

Distance: 30 km

Duration: 40 minutes to 1 hour and 20 minutes (depends on traffic jams)


After check-in the hotel, you have free time to explore Hanoi capital by night.

Here are 3 great places in Hanoi where travelers can self-explore by night, perfect for soaking in the city’s charm after sunset: 

 

1. Hoan Kiem Lake & the Old Quarter (Weekend Night Market)

Every weekend evening, the streets around Hoan Kiem Lake become a lively pedestrian zone filled with street food, local crafts, and vibrant performances. Wander into the Old Quarter to experience the night market, sample authentic Vietnamese snacks, and soak in the electric atmosphere of Hanoi by night.

2. Train Street (Evening Visit)

Tucked between rows of local homes and quirky cafĂ©s, this narrow railway track offers one of the city’s most unforgettable sights. In the evening, it becomes a cozy gathering spot where visitors can sip coffee just steps away from the tracks. Keep in mind that access may be limited, always visit responsibly.

3. Dong Xuan Market

As one of Hanoi’s oldest and largest markets, Dong Xuan is bustling even at night. Though the indoor stalls close earlier, the surrounding streets turn into a night-time food paradise with sizzling grills, noodle vendors, and local specialties. It’s a great place to explore Hanoi’s local flavors and street culture.




Day 2: Hanoi Tour

Day 2: Hanoi Tour image

Cooking Class with Old Quarter Chilling Tour: Cyclo - Food - Massage

Morning Cooking Class Itinerary

Time: 8:00 A.M – 11:30 A.M

  • Hotel Pick-Up
    Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by walking or motorbike (as arranged).
     
  • Welcome Drinks
    Start your experience at our restaurant with a refreshing welcome drink — choose from tea, instant coffee, or water.
     
  • Chef’s Introduction & Menu Selection
    Meet your chef, who will introduce the cooking session and recommend 3 delicious Vietnamese dishes for the class. You’ll also enjoy a complimentary egg coffee or egg beer. The chef will guide you through the ingredients needed for your recipes.
     
  • Learn Basic Vietnamese for Market Shopping
    Pick up essential Vietnamese phrases to help you interact with local shopkeepers — from greetings to asking for prices and bargaining like a local.
     
  • Guided Market Tour
    Visit a traditional local market with your guide to shop for fresh ingredients following the chef’s instructions.
     
  • Hands-On Cooking Class
    Return to the kitchen and start cooking your selected dishes under the guidance of our experienced chef.
     
  • Enjoy Your Homemade Meal
    Sit down and enjoy the delicious dishes you've prepared — a rewarding and tasty end to your culinary journey.
     
  • Certificate of Completion
    Receive a personalized certificate as a memorable keepsake of your Vietnamese cooking experience.
     
  • Hotel Drop-Off
    Return drop-off available for hotels within the Hanoi Old Quarter.
     
  • MENU: This is a customized menu. Customers have a short discussion with the chef about which dishes everyone agrees to cook. You have 02 free selected dishes and 01 dishes  recommended by the chef. 

We OFFER FREE 01 special drinks from Vietnam to learn how to do it.  

Your choice of:

“Ca Phe Trung”: Local selected coffee with whipping egg yolks is an inspiration of Hanoians

“Bia Trung”: Beer with whipping egg yolks is an inspiration of Hanoians who love the taste of beer with whipping eggs. It might seem strange at first but it is worth a try.

TRADITIONAL VIETNAMESE CUISINE:

“BUN CHA”: - Grilled pork belly in deeping fish sauce. Comes with fresh noodles and local herbs.

“PHO BO HA NOI” - Rice noodle soup with beef, Hanoi style

“PHO GA HA NOI” - Rice noodle soup with chicken,Hanoi style

“NEM RAN HA NOI” - Traditional spring rolls with minced pork.

“PHO CUON HA NOI” - Fresh noodle rolls with beef and fresh local herbs.

“NOM GA HOA CHUOI” - Banana flower salad with chicken

“GA XAO SA OT” - Sauteed chicken with lemongrass and chili. Served with steam rice.

“PHO CHIEN PHONG BO” - Deep fried crispy noodle with sauteed beef and bok-choy

VEGAN OPTIONS:

“NOM HOA CHUOI CHAY” - Banana flower salad

“NAM HAP XA” - Steamed assorted mushrooms with lemongrass

“PHO CHIEN PHONG RAU CU” - Deep - fried noodles with sauteed assorted vegetables

‘NEM RAN CHAY” – Deep - fried spring roll with assorted vegetables

“PHO NUOC CHAY” - Vegan rice wartery noodle soup

“DAU HU SOT ME” - Deep fried tofu, tamarind dressing.

 

Hanoi Experience Combo: Cyclo Ride – Street Food Tour – Foot Massage

Total Duration:  5 hours
Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter

đŸšČ Cyclo Ride (Approx. 1 Hour | No Tour Guide)

Your journey begins with a unique and relaxing cyclo ride. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a 40-minute sightseeing tour around the historic streets of Hanoi Old Quarter.

You’ll pass by iconic landmarks such as:

  • Hanoi Opera House 
  • Hoan Kiem Lake 
  • St. Joseph’s Cathedral
  • Hidden corners of the charming Old Quarter

Enjoy the peaceful rhythm of this traditional Vietnamese transport while snapping photos of the city's bustling life.

End Point: Drop-off at the meeting point for the next part of your experience — the street food tour.

🍜 Street Food Walking Tour (Approx. 3 Hours | With Local Guide)

Follow our friendly local guide through narrow alleys, bustling markets, and local-favorite eateries you might never find on your own.

You’ll taste a wide variety of authentic Vietnamese street food and drinks, such as:

  • BĂșn cháșŁ (Grilled pork with noodles) 
  • Phở bĂČ/gĂ  (Beef or chicken noodle soup) 
  • Nộm bĂČ khĂŽ (Green papaya salad with dried beef) 
  • BĂĄnh cuốn, Nem rĂĄn, BĂĄnh tĂŽm 
  • BĂĄnh mĂŹ, BĂĄnh khoai/chuối, ChĂš, Hoa quáșŁ dáș§m 
  • Bia hÆĄi, TrĂ  đá, and the famous CĂ  phĂȘ trứng (Egg coffee)
     

A delicious adventure for both your taste buds and your curiosity!

End Point: Drop-off at a selected spa in the Hanoi Old Quarter.


đŸ’†â€â™€ïž Spa – 1 Hour Foot Massage

After a flavorful food journey, unwind with a 60-minute foot massage at a clean, reputable spa with skilled therapists. It’s the perfect way to relax your body and refresh your senses.

End of Tour:
After the massage, the spa staff will guide you back to your hotel or help you arrange a taxi if needed.

Day 3: Ninh Binh Tour

Day 3: Ninh Binh Tour image

Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu - Trang An Amazing Landscape Tour

 

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour Itinerary

Hoa Lu – Trang An – Cycling – Buffet Lunch
Depart from Hanoi

🕗 07:30 – 08:00
Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi by our friendly tour guide. Begin your journey to Ninh Binh, a peaceful province known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage.

🕘 09:15
Take a short 15–20-minute break along the way to stretch and relax before continuing the drive.

đŸ•„ 10:30
Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Explore the historical temples and learn about the country's feudal era under the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties.
Afterward, enjoy a scenic bicycle ride around the village, offering a closer look at the local countryside and rural life.

🕛 12:30
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a local restaurant, featuring a variety of Ninh Binh specialties such as goat meat, chicken, fish, fried rice, and more. Vegetarian options are available.

🕐 13:30
Visit Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014. Embark on a 2.5-hour boat trip through the majestic limestone caves and tranquil rivers. This stunning location was featured in the 2016 movie Kong: Skull Island.

🕟 16:30
Board the bus and begin your journey back to Hanoi.

🕕 18:30
Arrive in Hanoi and drop-off at your hotel.

Day 4: Ha Long Bay Tour

Day 4: Ha Long Bay Tour image

Ha Long Bay Discovery

 

Halong Bay Full-Day Luxury Cruise

Route: Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave – Titop Island
Duration: Full Day | Depart from Hanoi | Luxury Cruise Experience

🕗 08:15 – 08:50
Pick-up from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter or at the Hanoi Opera House. Begin your journey to Halong Bay via the Hanoi – Haiphong – Tuan Chau Expressway.
(Approx. 3-hour comfortable drive)

🕛 12:00
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Welcome onboard your Luxury Cruise with a warm greeting from our friendly crew.

🕧 12:30
Enjoy a special buffet lunch featuring more than 28 authentic and delicious Vietnamese dishes. As you dine, take in the stunning views of Halong Bay’s limestone islands — including the iconic Fighting Cock Islet and Incense Burner Islet, symbols of the bay.

🕑 14:00
Arrive at Bo Hon Island and explore the magnificent Sung Sot Cave — the largest and most impressive cave in Halong Bay, known for its spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.

🕓 14:45
Experience kayaking or a bamboo boat ride through Luon Cave, a serene waterway surrounded by lush cliffs and calm waters — a hidden gem within the bay.

🕒 15:15
Visit Titop Island, famous for its white sandy beach and panoramic views. Swim in the crystal-clear waters or hike up to the island’s peak for a breathtaking 360° view of Halong Bay.

🕟 16:30
Return to the cruise for a relaxing sunset party featuring wine, tea, tropical fruits, and light snacks as the boat slowly cruises back to the harbor.

🕕 18:00
Disembark at Tuan Chau Harbor and board the bus for your return journey to Hanoi.

🕘 20:30 – 21:00
Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Day 5: Leaving Hanoi

Day 5: Leaving Hanoi image

HAN Int. Airport Departures - Leaving Hanoi

You have a morning to explore Hanoi on your own, we will check-out at 12:00 P.M. Depending on your flight ticket, our driver will calculate and schedule the time to pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you to HAN airport.


Vehicle: 4 seat private car

Map of the trip locations

A. Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi, Vietnam

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Connek Trip is a travel brand owned by Coxi Travel, specializing in deeply personalized inbound journeys across Southeast Asia, with a strong focus on Vietnam. Born in the post-pandemic era, Connek Trip pioneers the "Tailored Cultural Experience" segment—crafting meaningful, themed itineraries that blend local authenticity with personal transformation. Rather than offering ready-made tours, Connek Trip co-creates journeys with each traveler, offering a chance not just to explore, but to become a better version of oneself.

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