Overview
Embark on a journey through Northern Vietnam’s most iconic gems! Explore the historic charm of Hanoi, cruise along the emerald waters and limestone cliffs of Halong Bay, and discover the breathtaking natural landscapes of Ninh Binh, known as the “Halong Bay on land.” A perfect mix of culture, history, and nature for an unforgettable escape.
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Hanoi, you will be warmly greeted by our guide and driver Transfer to the hotel for check in (Normal check in time: 14.00pm) Today, join with the tour guide for a half day city tour
Tour starts with Ho Chi Minh complex: Visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Ba Dinh square, One Pillar pagoda.
Then we will visit the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam.
Hoan Kiem lake (Sword lake) - center of Hanoi with Turtle tower, furthermore, you could discover the Vietnamese traditional and French colonial architecture through buildings surrounding the lake.
Free time to explore the Old Quarter
Overnight in Hanoi
Breakfast at the hotel Check out the hotel
8:00 Transfer to Halong Bay
12:30 Receptionists welcome guests at the International Tuan Chau harbor.
12:45 Captain welcomes guests to cruises by tender. Check in cruise, whilst enjoying a welcome drink, safety briefing and check in cabin.
13:00 Leaving International Tuan Chau harbor, discover the Halong Bay - natural wonders of the world. Have lunch with special foods while cruising through famous sights Ba Hang fishing village, Đỉnh Hương island, Chó Đá islet, Gà Chọi islet...
14:30 Cruises stops at Bồ Nâu cave, the core area of the world natural heritage. Transfer by tender to Surprise cave - one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay.
15:45 Leaving Surprise cave, transfer by tender to the Titov island was named by Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov - the Soviet astronaut who visited in 1962 Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climb the steps of the Rock to the top of the island. On the top of the mountain, you can see a corner of magical Halong Bay ...
16:45 Back to the cruise. Relax and enjoy the sunset on the sun deck. Go to the overnight place.
18:00 – 19:00 HAPPY HOUR - Buy 1 drink get 1 free (wine excluded). 18:30 Enjoy Vietnamese cooking demonstration.
19:00 Acquaint yourself with the set menu dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: film entertainment (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage (contact with cruise manager for service price)...
Overnight in cruise
06:30 Enjoy Tai Chi instructions on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to Luồn cave.
07:00 Enjoy light breakfast in the restaurant (coffee, tea, fresh milk, water, pastries, bread, egg, fresh fruit, cereals will be served in the dining room).
08:00 After breakfast, take a guided tour to visit Luồn cave - .one of the cave open to the form beautiful about endemic the vegetation of the Halong Bay. Visit Luồn cave by a traditionally woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman.
08:30 Then come back to cruise, relax and check out of cabin. Please put your luggage outside the door. Our porters will collect and get them ready on the Pier for you.Finally, the cruise disembarks in International Tuan Chau harbor.
09:15 Enjoy brunch buffet menu served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after brunch (if you have).
10:45 Transfer by tender back to Tuan Chau harbor and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.
Transfer to hotel and check in Overnight in Hanoi
Breakfast at hotel Check out the hotel and we will take you transfer to airport for the flight to the next destination It’s time to say thank you for coming here and hope to see you again!!
Includes/Excludes
INCLUSIONS
- ⮚ Accommodation as indicated above twin including all taxes and breakfast (normally check-in time: 14.00hrs & check- out time: 12.00hrs)
- ⮚ Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- ⮚ Indicated meals (B=Breakfast)
- ⮚ Accommodation at hotel as mentioned or similar ones
- ⮚ Mineral water during excursion 2bottles/Pax/Day
- ⮚ All services mentioned in the program
- ⮚ English speaking guide during the trip
- ⮚ Visa approval letter
EXCLUSIONS
- ⮚ Personal expenses and beverage
- ⮚ Visa stamp fee 25$
- ⮚ Travel insurance
- ⮚ Items of a personal nature
- ⮚ Airfares (international and domestic) and airport tax
- ⮚ Early check in and late check-out surcharge: check in time: 14.00 hrs, check out time: 12.00 hrs
- ⮚ International and domestic flights including airport tax
- ⮚ Other meals and services not mentioned below.
- ⮚ Tipping for guide and driver ($3/pax/day suggested)
- ⮚ Surcharge for public holiday or any compulsory dinner on Christmas (24 Dec) and New Year (1 Jan) and Lunar New Year 2026
- ⮚ GST & TCS
- ⮚ + Surcharge for public holiday or any compulsory dinner on Christmas (24 Dec) and New Year (1 Jan) and Lunar New Year 2026