Make the most of your time in Vietnam with this 3-day tour combining Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Ha Long Bay, ideal for first-time visitors with a busy schedule. Save valuable travel time by exploring three of northern Vietnam’s top destinations in one convenient itinerary. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, cycle through the scenic countryside of Tam Coc, enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and cruise Ha Long Bay aboard a 5-star cruise. Discover iconic attractions including Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titov Island before returning to Hanoi. This carefully planned 3-day Vietnam tour offers an efficient way to experience the region’s highlights without spending extra days on separate trips.
Notes for accommodation during the tour:
1-Ninh Binh : Overnight at 4 Star Hotel/Resort
2-Halong Bay: Depending on availability, the tour will operate with 5 Star Cruises (Verdure Grand Cruise/Alisa Cruise/Amanda Cruises Group/Athena Cruise/ Arcady Cruise ands so on...)
07h00 AM – 7h15 AM : Our guide will come to meet guest at hotel/airbnb in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or at the meeting point then going to Ninh Binh within 2 hours to 2.5 hours driving
If you stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to this meeting point is 160 Tran Quang Khai for pick up point
07h00 AM – 7h15 AM : Our guide will come to meet guest at hotel/airbnb in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or at the meeting point then going to Ninh Binh within 2 hours to 2.5 hours driving
Arrive Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of these two kings in Chinese Wars. Hoa Lu is known as the first capital of Vietnam with a wide range of historical landmarks. In 968, King Dinh Bo Linh of Dai Co Viet (an old name of Vietnam) constructed his capital in Hoa Lu and ruled until the year 980.
Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with many local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice…Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch. After lunch, you will vsit Tam Coc by bamboo boat and you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land”. Then continue the tour for cycling around the village to discover the life of the local people.
Keep going to visit Mua cave where you will climb 500 stone steps up top of mountain to see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river. Mua Caves (Hang Múa in Vietnamese) or Dancing Cave stands out for its elegant natural beauty, because of which Mua Cave has been regarded as “The Great Wall of Vietnam” or “Tam Coc’s Muse”. This is also considered the most beautiful viewpoint in Ninh Binh, Vietnam.
At the end of the day, we will transfer guests to Hotel/Resort for checking in. You will take a rest and have dinner at Hotel/Resort. Enjoy your free time to see local area and overnight at hotel/resort in Ninh Binh.
Have breakfast and then check-out of Hotel/Resort. Between 6h45 AM to 7h15 AM, you will get on group limousine going to Halong Bay with 4,5 hours driving. 11:30: Arriving at the cruise's check-in lounge. You will have time to refresh yourself after the long drive from Hanoi and wait for check-in. 12:15: After taken to the Cruise, you will be checked-in. While enjoying welcome drinks, you will be introduced the itinerary and safety briefing by Cruise Manager. 13:00: You will have lunch and enjoy the stunning views as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay. 17:30 – 19:00: Back on board, you can enjoy sunset party with HAPPY HOUR (from 17:30 – 19:00) – buy 2 get 1 free on drinks at Bar or Sundeck. 19:15: Have dinner at restaurant on cruise while see halong bay by night. 20:30: This is the perfect time to relax with karaoke or enjoy the drink at Bar. Besides, we provide free for squid fishing tools at reception
14:30: Stop at Luon Cave via boat for guest do kayak or bamboo boat, you may explore this location's uniqueness. Luon Cave impresses visitors with its stunning landscape, featuring a serene enclosed lake surrounded by limestone formations. With its arch-shaped entrance, towering stalactites, and tranquil waters, this exclusive cave offers a picturesque setting for sightseeing and adventure.
16:00 – 17:00: Hike to the top of Ti Top Island for stunning panoramic views of the Bay. After your hike, go for a refreshing swim in Halong Bay’s emerald waters or sip from a coconut in the shade.
06:00: Warm up your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with a breathtaking view as the sun rises on Halong Bay. 07:00 – 07:30: Light breakfast is served at the restaurant. 08:30 – 09:30: Back on board, you settle your bill, check-out and return to Tuan Chau Island 09:45 – 10:45: Brunch is served at the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor. 11:00 – 11:30: Disembark at the harbour, return to Hanoi.
07:30 – 08:30: Your next stop is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites. You will be surprised by the breathtaking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave as well as the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years which have taken on fascinating shapes.
From the harbour, guests will get on transfer back to Hanoi City. We will drop off guests at hotel/places in Hanoi Old Quarter Area between 15h00 pm to 15h30 pm. End package tour 3 days 2 nights
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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