Northern Vietnam Wellness Tour 7 Days: Traditional Wellness & Heritage

Meet your private driver at Noi Bai International Airport and transfer to the confirmed hotel. The first day is intentionally light so guests can recover from travel.

Arrival & Check-in | According to flight schedule

Private airport transfer, hotel check-in and time at leisure. Early check-in is subject to room availability or pre-booking.

Restorative Welcome Massage | Approximately 60 minutes

A gentle Vietnamese-style body or foot treatment at the hotel spa or a vetted independent spa. Pressure, allergies and comfort preferences are confirmed before the session.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Hanoi

Meals: None

Discover Hanoi at a measured pace, balancing cultural context with quiet pauses and a sensory introduction to Vietnamese tea.

Temple of Literature | Approximately 60–75 minutes

Visit Vietnam’s first national university with an English-speaking guide. The courtyards, traditional architecture and scholarly heritage offer a calm introduction to Hanoi’s cultural identity.

Hoan Kiem Lake & Old Quarter Walk | Approximately 75–90 minutes

Continue with an easy-paced walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and selected streets of the Old Quarter. Stops are chosen for atmosphere and local context, with the route adapted to weather, traffic and guest mobility.

Vietnamese Tea Experience | Approximately 60–90 minutes

A host introduces tea origins, preparation and mindful tasting. The format may be a private tea session, artisan workshop or curated tasting, subject to supplier confirmation.

Afternoon at Leisure | At leisure | Additional charge unless quoted

Time for independent exploration, hotel relaxation or an optional spa treatment.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast

Leave the city after breakfast and travel privately to Mai Chau. Comfort stops are arranged en route; the program remains light after arrival.

Scenic Transfer | Approximately 3.5–4.5 hours

Travel time varies with the chosen retreat, traffic and road conditions. A suitable vehicle, drinking water and scheduled comfort stop are included.

Arrival & Valley Orientation | Afternoon

Check in, enjoy lunch or refreshments, and take a short guided orientation walk around the property or nearby village.

Sunset Stretch or Breath Practice | 30–45 minutes

A gentle, beginner-friendly session led by the resort instructor or a contracted facilitator. Seated alternatives can be provided.

Overnight in Mai Chau.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Mai Chau

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Spend the day connecting with the valley through light movement, local stories and hands-on culture.

Village Walk or Easy Cycling | Approximately 1.5–2.5 hours

Follow a low-intensity route through rice fields and villages with a local guide. Cycling is offered only after bike, helmet, route and guest-confidence checks; a walking alternative is always available.

Thai Handicraft Workshop | Approximately 60 minutes

Join a local artisan for weaving, hand-fan making or another confirmed craft. The workshop should include fair payment, respectful photography guidance and clear group capacity.

Local Culinary Experience | Approximately 1.5–2 hours

Take part in a cooking demonstration or hands-on class focused on north-western Vietnamese flavours, followed by the prepared meal or tasting.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Mai Chau

Meals: Breakfast

Begin with a gentle practice before travelling from Mai Chau to Ninh Binh. The afternoon is intentionally light after the cross-country transfer.

Morning Yoga or Mindful Movement | 45–60 minutes

An accessible class delivered by the resort or a contracted instructor. Breath-led stretching and seated options are available; advance arrangement is required.

Private Transfer to Ninh Binh | Approximately 3.5–4.5 hours

Travel through the northern countryside with a comfort stop. Timing varies with the selected properties, roads and traffic.

Arrival & Countryside Pause | Late afternoon

Check in and enjoy the garden, pool, tea or a short orientation walk. No major sightseeing is scheduled.

Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Ninh Binh

Meals: Breakfast

Explore Ninh Binh at an unhurried pace, pairing its iconic river landscape with gentle countryside movement and restorative personal time.

Trang An Scenic Boat Journey | Approximately 2.5–3 hours

Travel by small local boat through Trang An’s limestone valleys, waterways and caves. Routes are confirmed locally; guests should be comfortable with low seating and landing steps.

Countryside Cycling or Walking | Approximately 60–90 minutes

Follow an easy route through fields and villages. A walking alternative is provided after route, weather, bicycle and guest-confidence checks.

Bich Dong or Hoa Lu Heritage Stop | Approximately 60 minutes

Visit one carefully selected heritage site according to location, weather and guest mobility. The programme avoids adding both sites when doing so would make the day feel rushed.

Restorative Spa or Herbal Foot Ritual | Approximately 60 minutes

A gentle treatment at the resort or a vetted spa, subject to menu availability, health screening and the final contracted package.

Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Ninh Binh

Meals: Breakfast

Begin slowly before checking out and returning by private vehicle to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.

End of our services.

Accommodation: N/A (the room is available until noon, surcharge for late check-out is not included)

Meals: Breakfast