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In the northern region of Vietnam, a land known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, there are several must-visit destinations that promise both breathtaking views and authentic local experiences. Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands out with its emerald waters and thousands of limestone karsts and islets. Cruising through the bay provides a front-row seat to witness the majestic limestone formations and catch the mesmerizing sunset over the tranquil waters, offering a truly beautiful view. Engaging with local fishermen on floating villages, savoring fresh seafood, and exploring hidden caves with unique stalactite formations add a touch of local authenticity to the experience.
Nestled in the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, Sapa is a highland paradise renowned for its terraced rice fields and ethnic minority communities. Trekking through the terraced landscapes reveals panoramic views of lush greenery and tiered rice paddies against a backdrop of misty mountains, creating a breathtakingly beautiful view. Staying in homestays with local families, participating in traditional markets, and immersing oneself in the vibrant cultures of the H'mong and Dao people enhance the local experience.
Known as "Halong Bay on land," Ninh Binh offers a blend of nature and history with limestone karsts, rice fields, and ancient temples. Boating along the Trang An Grottoes provides breathtaking views of towering limestone peaks and lush greenery, contributing to the beautiful view. Exploring ancient temples like Bai Dinh Pagoda, interacting with locals in Tam Coc Village, and cycling through the picturesque countryside create a rich tapestry of local experiences.
In the serene valley of Mai Chau, travelers can escape into tranquility amidst traditional stilt houses and vibrant ethnic cultures. Cycling through verdant rice fields reveals the serene beauty of the valley surrounded by mountains, offering another beautiful view. Staying in a traditional homestay, attending a local dance performance, and savoring delicious regional cuisine with warm hospitality complete the immersive local experience.
Renowned for its mesmerizing terraced rice fields, Mu Cang Chai showcases the creativity of local farmers. The landscapes transform during the rice harvest season into golden expanses or during planting season into vibrant green terraces, presenting ever-changing beautiful views. Engaging with farmers, participating in traditional festivals, and hiking through the picturesque hills offer an authentic glimpse into the local way of life.
In conclusion, Northern Vietnam beckons travelers with its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local cultures. From the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay to the terraced fields of Sapa, each destination offers a unique blend of beautiful views and authentic experiences. Whether seeking tranquility, adventure, or cultural immersion, Northern Vietnam is a treasure trove waiting to be explored. Plan your journey and uncover the hidden gems that make this region a must-visit destination for every avid traveler
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Israel | 11/02/2018
Trip to Vietnam and Cambodia
We would like to highly recommend Funny Travel as travel agency to arrange a trip as you desire. We asked Joe to help us arrange a honeymoon trip for 3 weeks in Vietnam and Cambodia. He did everything and sent us a done schedule with every fine details (activities, flights, hotels, guides, drivers, meals etc.). From the moment we arrived, we didn't have to worry about nothing (pick up from and to an airports/hotels, a local sim, money exchange, advises, making sure daily that we are ok and if we need anything). A very big appriciation to Joe, Vicky and their staff, everything they did for us was above and beyond. It was a pleasure. We absolutely sure that whoever will choose Funny Travel, will not regret. Thank you again for a perfect honeymoon, Ovad and Angela
Australia | 11/02/2018
Motorcycle city and street food tour
Loved it, loved it, loved it. We organised a tour with Joe at the last minute but our guide and 3 drivers turned up at 9am the following morning. Our guide Chien was very knowledgeable and made it a fantastic day for us. He had a great personality and sense of humour and the street food we tried was beautiful. Joe has gone out of his way to help us with anything we needed. He is a wealth of information and local knowledge. Do yourself a favour and book a tour with Funny Travel. They have a tour to suit everyone. I highly recommend Funny Travel.
United Kingdom | 11/02/2018
Funny Travel made our trip amazing!
WOW, where to start. We had the most amazing experience in Vietnam with Vicky and the Funny Travel staff and there is no way we would have had such an incredible experience without their expertise. From the moment we booked Vicky communicated with us about what we hoped for in our 8 day trip in North Vietnam and now at the conclusion of our trip we are so happy because of the incredible experience they arranged. Everything was thoughtful and we'll orchestrated - we had great accommodations everywhere (including a homestay in an ethnic village near Sa Pa), we had AMAZING GUIDES!!! (thank you Thuc, Ben, and Hieu) and they were so knowledgeable of the communities and places we were visiting, Vicky set us up with a Sim card which made communication easy, she checked in and helped us easily get things done to make our trip more comfortable (arranging laundry, mail, etc), showed us amazing food and answered every question, and all around was so warm and welcoming. It was an incredible trip because of Funny Travel. We 100% recommend and plan to use Funny Travel again when we are back in Asia!
Switzerland | 11/02/2018
Tour Halong Bay e Sapa
Dopo aver visto le varie recensioni positive, ci siamo rivolti pure noi a questa agenzia. All'ultimo minuto Vicky è riuscita ad organizzarci due giorni e una notte in crociera alla baia di Halong e tre giorni e due notti alle risaie terrazzate di Sapa. Tutto organizzato al meglio: trasporti comodissimi, hotel al top, guide simpaticissime e sempre disponibili, escursioni e attività molto piacevoli, abbiamo trascorso anche una notte in una homestay a sapa ed è stato davvero tutto perfetto. Un paese molto interessante abitato da persone gentilissime. Se volete andare sul sicuro rivolgetevi anche voi a questa agenzia!! Super raccomandata!!
Australia | 11/02/2018
Perfect Travel Agency
It's not just a funny travel agency - it's a perfect agency! We've never aspected to get such a good trip to sapa and halong bay! Everything was organised very well. They took care about us the whole trip, they were always very frindly, kind and funny :p was a pleasure to meet them in Hanoi! thank you Vicky!!!
Poland | 11/02/2018
Wonderfully warm, friendly and excellent service!
I would like to thank Funny Travel for their absolute fabulous service. We had a great time doing the bicycle and food tour and highly recommendit to anyone in the Hanoi area! A definite must-have experience!!
Philippines | 11/02/2018
Hanoi Vacation
Funny Travel, you made our vacation memorable, great experience. We had fun in our day tour, friendly staff. They even have an incredible food trip to top it all with. The whole trip was exceptional! A must do when you head over to Hanoi. Thank you to all our guide and to the staff. Keep up the great work
Australia | 11/02/2018
Craig & Danielle Overend
We were lucky enough to come across Joe and he offered a street food tour to us. He and his colleague Ken took us on a tour trying all different types of food in the old quarter. He was also full of information about his country, we had a fantastic day and highly recommend Joe and his team. Great value for money.
Spain | 11/02/2018
Buen hacer y excelente trato
Si quieres evitar agencias sospechosamente baratas y no te importa pagar un poco más, esta es una excelente opcion. Muy atentos en el trato, tanto a la hora de la contratación como durante el tour. Hicimos un tour de un día sin prisas, a nuestro ritmo, con un guía muy agradable y seguimos exactamente el recorrido que queríamos dedicando el tiempo que considerábamos necesario. ¿Hay otras agencias más baratas? Sí, las hay, pero a veces por unos pocos dólares no merece la pena arriesgarte con sorpresas que puedan estropear tus ilusiones. Con esta agencia te quedará un muy buen recuerdo de un día irrepetible, en nuestro caso en Mua Cave y Tam Cốc.
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