Halong Bay area was formed by millions of years of geological changes, which created thousands of islands. Vietnam has passed thousands years of history with different attractive angles. A combination of journey to the bay and some other nearby will build an unforgettable trip in Vietnam.
Thanks to the development of new routs both land and air, nowadays you can easily travel through the country comfortably.

Here are some guides for you to think of before planning your trip:
Combination of Halong Bay and The Center of Vietnam

1.Hue – the ancient historical City
By Air: Phu Bai, Hue airport to Noi Bai International airport in Hanoi or Cai Bi airport in Hai Phong
Duration: 1 hour flight
By train: Hue Train station to Hai Phong or Hanoi strain station
Night train: about 14 hours

2.Hoi An – the ancient charming little town with beaches and rivers
By air: Danang International airport to Noi Bai International airport in Hanoi or Cai Bi airport in Hai Phong
Duration: 1 hour flight
By train: Danang Train station to Hai Phong or Hanoi train station
Duration: About 16 hours

3.Phong Nha, Quang Binh – the amazing caves and beach
By air: Dong Hoi airport to Noi Bai International airport
Duration: 1 hours 15 minutes
By train: Dong Hoi train station to Hai Phong or Hanoi train station
Duration: 9 hours

4.Tam Coc, Ninh Binh – a lovely destination which is blessed with magnificent landscapes
By bus: 5 hours buses from Halong to Ninh Binh or 2 hours bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh

5.Mai Chau, Pu Luong – Nearby Vietnam relaxing remote village life
By bus : 5 hours buses from Halong to Ninh Binh then combine with visit in Ninh Binh, apter Ninh Binh buses to Mai Chau

6.Sapa and the surrounding - Tribe villages and paddle rice fields
By sleeping bus: 8 hours drive
Or private transfer: 8 hours drive

7.Ha Giang – Rocky and magnificent landscape with local minorities life setting
By sleeping bus: 8 hours drive
By private transfer: 8 hours drive