How to spend 3 days in North Vietnam

Day 1. Hanoi 

• Visit the Old Quarter of the capital city.
• Make a stop at the famous Train street. Drink an Egg Coffee while waiting for the train. 
• You can roughly rely on the train running around these times:
  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 PM; 19.45; 21.30; 22:00
  • Weekend: 6:00 am; 9:00; 11.20; 15.20; 17.30; 6:00 pm; 19:00; 19.45; 20.30; 21:00; 23:00
• Visit the Hanoi night market.

 Day 2. Halong bay 

• Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay
• Check into your cruise
• Spend the rest of the day enjoying the activities on the cruise.

 Day 3. Halong and back to Hanoi 

• Check out of your cruise.
• Transfer from Halong to Hanoi. Make a stop at Quang Phu Cau village to visit the beautiful incense factory.

Bonus 

Where to stay in Hanoi 

• Recommendation: La passion Hotel & Spa
  • Booking.com: https://www.booking.com/Share-wI51UGx 
• Located in the center of the old quarter and close to major touristic attractions.
• Room rate starting at 50€ for a double room with breakfast.
• The staff are very friendly and always ready to support you.

Halong Bay Cruise 

• Recommendation: Capella Cruise (2dayss/1night package).
  • Website: www.capellacruise.com
  • Booking.com: https://www.booking.com/Share-ySFafv6
• There are over 500+ cruises on Halong bay and choosing the right one will greatly influence your experience. This in my opinion is one of the best cruises on Halong Bay
• Room rate starting 300€ depending on the season.
• The staff and the activities offered on this cruise makes the whole experience unforgettable.