Travel and transport agencies North

From here, take the bus to Hanoi, Lao Cai (railway station and Lao Cai-Noi Bai/Hanoi freeway) and the Dông Van plateau. In this mountainous province, the bus offers a great opportunity to discover the magnificent scenery... all at more reasonable prices than those for car or even motorcycle rental. Be careful when booking, as the journey time will differ if you opt for the luxury bus rather than the normal bus.

In Hà Giang, Jonny Nam Tran offers motorcycle rental for tours of the Dông Van plateau. But that's not the only service he offers. An excellent guide, he'll also tell you which places to visit and where to eat and discover delicious Vietnamese food. For bikers reluctant to travel long distances, it's also possible to travel from Hanoi to Hà Giang by bus. We also offer guided tours of the plateau by car or motorcycle, as well as hiking tours.

Heritage Cruises is the first company to offer boutique cruises from one to four days, on the Red River and the Gulf of Tonkin, in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. The fleet of ships combines elegance and comfort, it highlights the history, art, cuisine and culture of the country. The cabins are extremely comfortable, the decoration is neat, some have a private balcony and offer a panoramic view of the ocean. The company offers many activities, such as visiting the islands and fishing villages.

Oriental Sails has a small fleet of wooden junks built according to traditional methods and fitted out with great attention to detail. The company offers cruises in the bay with several itineraries (1 day, 2 days-1 night, 3 days-2 nights). The prices are very reasonable considering the quality of the service and the activities that are offered on board: cooking classes, kayaks, fishing, climbing, tai chi classes... Gastronomy is in the spotlight. The company's website clearly displays the cruise program and rates.

Parfum d'Automne has junks sailing in Lan Ha Bay, south of Cat Ba Island, which is much less crowded than the main bay. Three options: an experience aboard a small fishing boat (2 days or 1 day), a private cruise aboard the Majonq (1 cabin boat) or a tour on the Four Seasons with 4 cabins (to be booked privately or collectively). The crews will be looking after you all along your tour.

Luxurious cruises on theÉmeraude, a replica of the steamer that sailed across the bay at the beginning of the ^20th century, in the days of French Indochina. 80 passengers, 38 cabins, including 2 suites, 2 bars, 3 decks, impeccable service and the unforgettable opportunity to watch the sunset and sunrise from the bay's most elegant boat. Numerous activities, on board and during stopovers: cooking classes, tai chi, spa, cuttlefish fishing, kayaking... The website features attractive promotional offers.

Bhaya Classic is above all the fruit of the genius of a prestigious and talented Vietnamese art master, and of ancestral techniques associated with the spirit and refinement of a young French architect. The agency has a small fleet of junks that combine the beauty of a traditional style and the luxury of contemporary equipment, an ideal alchemy to discover the hidden charms of Halong Bay. Several types of cruises (up to 2 nights at sea) in Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay and up to Bai Tu Long Bay.

Bai Tho Junks is a pioneer in Halong Bay cruises, founded in 1991. With its 15 vessels, it offers travelers a wide range of cruises on boats of traditional design, but offering all the modern comfort. Note the efforts of the company in favor of the environment, since the boats are powered by "green diesel", which incorporates non-fossil materials.

Cozy Boutique Cruises offers the opportunity to sail in Halong Bay, one of the most emblematic sites of Vietnam, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The fleet of junks - they have been designed according to the traditional design of the boats in this region - offers travelers comfortable and well-equipped cabins. Many activities are offered: kayaking trips, fishing trips, meeting with local people in fishing villages. The junks are manned by trained and experienced crews.

This company offers flights at reduced prices (many promotional offers). Connections with many destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Pleiku, Da Lat, Phu Quoc, Buon Ma Thuot, Bangkok and Seoul. The website offers the possibility to book your tickets online. Schedules and practical information available: luggage, duty free, specific services for people with reduced mobility, pregnant women, unaccompanied children... For group bookings, contact the company by email.

In Bai Chay, the bus station is located on the road to Ha Long. Departures to Hanoi from 7am to 4pm and to Haiphong from 9am to 3pm. You can book your tickets online. Buses are a very popular means of transportation for travelers on a budget. Equipped with berths and air conditioning, these vehicles offer a relatively pleasant comfort for travelers. The bus is also a way to travel that allows you to meet the inhabitants of the country and to discover the beauty of the landscapes.

Since 2006, Vietnam Nomad Trails has been working to bring Vietnam closer to local populations, especially those in the North. From the rice fields of Sapa to the unspoilt mountains of the northeast, via the Ba Be and Thac Ba lakes, not to mention Along Bay. A French-speaking team offers you accessible and quality tours, tailor-made, and according to your desires and your budget. Accommodation includes hotels and guest houses in ethnic villages.

Departures for Hanoi between 4 am and 9 pm (easily 8 hours drive!).

Departures for Diên Biên Phu at 4 am and noon (4 hours drive).

Beautiful building of colonial era.

Site of a tourist operator offering a wide selection of cruise companies in Along Bay.

Links with Dà Nang and Ho Chi Minh City. Liaison with Dà Nang makes it possible to avoid a detour by Hanoi.

The airline company offers many flights at reduced prices. Connections with multiple destinations: Buon Ma Thuot, Ho Chi Minh City, Thuy Hoa, Quy Nhon, Dong Hoi, Macau, Hong Kong, Singapore and Sydney. On the website, you have access to many services. In particular, you can book your tickets, rent a car, get information on various practical information (luggage, etc.).... You will find a section dedicated to online hotel reservations in major Vietnamese cities.

Several daily connections with Hanoi. Length of route between Hanoi and Haiphong: about 2 hours.

From Hanoi to Haiphong: departure from Long Biên railway station (Paul-Doumer bridge, Long Biên, rue Gâm Câu), except for some trains departing from central station (120 Le Duan Street)

From Haiphong to Hanoi: departures from Haiphong Station, 75, Luong Khanh Thien, distr. Ngo Quyen.

By bus, daily connections between Hanoi and Sapa. As an indication: departure from Hanoi at 7am and arrival in Sapa at 12:30pm. Departure from Sapa at 4 pm and arrival in Hanoi at 9:30 pm. Practical, the website is available in French. You can book your tickets and decide the type of vehicle in which you want to travel (depending on the number of passengers). Promotional offers are regularly posted. Tours and trekking tours are also offered, including homestays and visits to rice terraces.