Private tour in Hanoi David N

Less touristy Halong private day cruise cruise- wooden junk boat tour 3.5 hours with a local insider

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David N.

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Xin Chao! It's Nam (David ) from Hanoi, Vietnam. I was born and raised in Hanoi and with over 12 years experience as a professional tour guide, I can help make your stay in Vietnam comfortable and trouble-free whilst feeling like you are traveling with a friend. It's my honor to be your reliable travel companion during your stay in Vietnam, give you a deeper understandings about Vietnamese local life, history, culture, food and more I specialized in providing private tours in the Northern region of Vietnam such as : Hanoi, Halong Bay, Ninh Binh, Mai Chau, Sapa, Nam Dinh In 2022, I became a tour guide who took care of my clients throughout Vietnam. I am one of the very few guides in Vietnam who have done the trips with my own guests, not working for other tour businesses, which makes me stand out from others. I could provide you with authentic travel advices that you won't get it in the guidebooks. So that you could pick me as the guide for the WHOLE Vietnam trip. I will take care of you from the start to the finish, from the morning to the evening, even escort you for dinner which very tour business and guides can offer you unless your dinner is included in the tour price. All of my reviews are authentic, none of them are make-up review WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT ➢ I can assist with finding unique places to add to your itinerary whilst experiencing the country as a local without the hassle of translating or strenuous planning ➢ A wide range of Vietnam private tours are available from the rural Vietnamese countryside to the historic capital and we can fully customize your Vietnam private tour to cater for your style of travel and budget. ➢ I do focus on local living tours with unique travel local experiences with fully customized private tours, responsible travel and eco-friendly tours in and around Vietnam WHAT I OFFER ➢ Good hotel choices based on your budget from my personal experiences ➢ Arranging transfer during the tour ➢ Picking good restaurants and local eateries for street food ➢ Interpretation for business clients, education visits for school holiday. ➢ Offering a wide ranges of tour themes: food tour, family tour, city highlights tour to off-the-beaten-path, adventure tour and shore excursion tours. ➢ I am the right choice as a tour guide/tour leader for the whole Vietnam trips who can offer unique local travel experiences. SHORE EXCURSION TOURS FROM HALONG I also have tons of experiences with the clients from all Cruise ships that docks in Halong such as: Celebrity Mellenium, Silversea, Seabourn, Seven seas, Diamond princess. . . . I have here to make your shore excursion trip enjoyable and memorable with unique experiences that makes me stand out from other guides. NOTE: ****ALL OF MY TOURS ARE 100% PRIVATE, WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO FULLY CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP TO MEET YOUR NEEDS. THERE IS ONLY ONE PORT IN HALONG WHERE YOU DOCK WHICH IS CALLED SUNGROUP CRUISE PORT, 2 1/2 HOURS DRIVE FROM HANOI CITY CENTER & 3 1/2 HOURS FROM NINH BINH, 1 HOUR DRIVE FROM VAN DON PORT The SHORE EXCURSION tour rate can be changed according to which itinerary you pick, so please kindly contact at MESSAGE ME for your specific request. MY TRAVEL EXPERIENCES I have done a grand Vietnam trip in 2017 which took me to 53 of all 64 provinces in Vietnam and also visited destinations in Laos, Cambodia and Thailand many times over the past few years; blessed me with several lifetimes worth of experiences and discoveries about others and myself. Travel taught me to appreciate the subtle nuances of life, the minute details, and to realize that there is no one way to live, nor to understand the workings of the universe. Many people that have experienced Vietnam private tours with me have said that I'm a friendly and happy character which is why they call me "Nam Smile". I am working hard to bring more value to a real visitor to Vietnam and PICK ME as your local guide in Vietnam. I'll make a memorable Vietnam vacation. Warmest regards, David I have a certificate as an English speaking tour guide provided by Vietnam National Administration of Tourism in 2014 Hanoi Tourism College (Majoring in Tour guide) (2008- 2011) Hanoi National University of Education - (Bachelor of Vietnam Study - Learning in-depth about Vietnam in term of history, culture, traditional, geography and so on) (My second degree) (2012-2014) None

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Overview of your Hanoi tour

This Halong private day tour on a private boat tour for 3.5 hours either from Hanoi or Halong. We also offer this tour for shore excursion passengers from Halong to explore the Hoa Cuong area, Halong's hidden gems. Thien Cung cave (one of the most beautiful limestone caves in Halong and a bamboo boat or kayaking at Ba Hang floating village In this trip we will combine Halong Bay highlights and off-the-beaten-track spots to offer you the full experiences of Halong that you don't see many tourists. You will see tons of towering limestone cliffs in various shapes: Flighting cock islet and Incenburner islet - two of Halong Bay's symbol

Your Hanoi tour itinerary

9. 15am : Our guide and driver pick you up from your hotel and drive 2 hours to explore the New Seven Wonder of Nature as well as the World Heritage Site via the freeway Hanoi - Hai Phong Bathroom break at a stopover for tourists where you can get some teas or coffee. We arrive at Tuan Chau port station at noon : check-in and get onboard a wooden junk boat to cruise magical Halong Bay Enjoy a seafood lunch onboard while cruising in the direction of the Cat Ba Island area, taking a leisurely route that passes by numerous limestone islands and islets along the way. We keep cruising toward Hoa Cuong areas - Halong Bay's hidden gem. We make a stop at a floating house, also a local seafood farm On the way, we pass a "Thumb up" islet, our cruise heads to the Ba Hang area You can either explore the area by kayak or bamboo boat a short cruise to Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace cave) 3.30 pm: Arrive at the port. 6pm: Arrive in Hanoi We can customise your trip, tours are available from Halong, also

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Private 7 seaters car for the group of 1-4 people Private 16-seater minivan for a group from 5 to 10 people

What's included
Other: English speaking guide Private transfer by car Hanoi Lunch onboard in Halong Bay Two water bottles per person per day Entrance fee : Halong Bay Private wooden boat
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Halong bay, sampan boat
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Beverage, personal expenses Other meals not mention
Meeting location

Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: At your hotel in Hanoi, usually Hanoi Old Quarter. Just let me know the hotel address

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Other details
Tour categories
Boat
Off The Beaten Path
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Tour reference number
1242895
Languages
English
Vietnamese
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Hanoi best suited for?

This private tour in Hanoi is perfect for travellers who want to explore Halong Bay's stunning limestone cliffs and hidden gems away from the usual tourist spots. It's ideal for those looking to connect with a local insider like David N. for deeper insights into the area. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and involves minimal physical activity.

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