Journey from Hanoi on a memorable 3-day, 2-night adventure combining the cultural heart of Ninh Binh with the untouched beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay. Discover the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, where historic temples reveal Vietnam’s early dynasties, then glide by sampan through the dramatic limestone valleys and waterways of Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb Mua Cave for sweeping panoramic views over rice fields and karst landscapes. Continue to Bai Tu Long Bay on a scenic cruise, sailing past tranquil islands and emerald waters. Visit the authentic Vung Vieng Fishing Village, kayak through quiet lagoons, and unwind amid pristine nature. This well-balanced experience blends history, natural wonders, and peaceful cruising into an unforgettable Northern Vietnam escape.
We will pick up all travelers within Hanoi Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if you stayoutside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address for pick-up arrangements, check your email once you book the tour to confirm your pick-up time.
We will pick up guests at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Our guide will come to your hotel check your name with receptionist for the tour then transfer to Ninh Binh Province included short break on the way.
Visit Hoa Lu which is the first capital of Vietnam which was built in 10th century. Today the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, but in the 10th and 11th centuries that honour was held by Hoa Lu. This small ancient city was naturally protected from invasions by karsts and rivers.
Then stop for lunch in the local restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch. After lunch, guests will visit Tràng An which was recognized by UNESCO as AWorld Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. After boat trip, we keep continute cycling to see countryside and local villages.
Visit Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature. Get a bird's-eye view of Ninh Binh at Hang Mua, where 500 steps have been dramatically carved into the steep face of a mountain. At the top, a lookout point offers a surreal vista of the river winding lazily among paddies and limestone outcrops. At the end of the day, we will transfer guests to Bungalow/Homestay. Have dinner and overnight at bungalow/homestay in Ninh Binh
Have breakfast and then check-out of your bungalow. Between 6h45 am to 7h15 am, you will get on group limousine going to Bai Tu Long Bay
12:00- 12:15: Arriving at Halong International Cruise Port, Bai Chay Ward, Ha Long City. Transfer to Cruise Boat by tender. 12:30: Enjoy welcome drink, safety briefing then check in to your cabin.
13:00: Cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay & having lunch with Set Menu. 15:30: Kayaking to explore some lagoons, Swimming, Relaxing at the Beach in Cap La Island. 17:30: Relax and enjoy the sunset party with Happy Hour (from 5h30pm- 7h30pm) while the boat is cruising to Cong Dong-Cong Do area to anchor for overnight. 18.30: Taking part in the cooking class: Learning how to cook traditional Vietnamese Cuisines 19.30: Having sumptuous BBQ dinner on the Sundeck (Not available till october) 21.00: Free evening to join some activities of board games or squid fishing, play guitar, watch movies or karaoke (advance request) or taste the variety of drinks at our sky bar (chargeable) with wines, cocktails, brandy, juices…
06.30: Wake up early in the morning for Tai Chi exercise 07.00: Having light breakfast with Western styles while the boat cruising toward the most beautiful fishing village in Ha Long Bay. 07.45: Transfer to Vung Vieng Fishing Village by tender 08.00: Riding on the rowing boat (rowed by the fisherman) to explore the Vung Vieng fishing village and learn about the local fishing life 09:00: Back to the main boat for the cruising back to the harbor by diffirent route 10.30: Having lunch onboard 12.00: Disembark back to Halong Cruise Port.
After boat cruise back to HALONG CRUISE PORT, you will get on Bus back to Hanoi. Approximately 15:30 – 16h00: Arrive at Hanoi and drop off you again at your hotel/stay. Trip ends!
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