3 Days Hanoi, Ninh Binh and HaLong Bay 5 Star Cruise

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Forming a triangle in the verdant north of Vietnam, Hanoi, Ninh Binh and Halong Bay span three corners of the Red River Delta, an area known for its ancient customs, beautiful agriculture and wild seascapes. This tour is a great choice for those who want to save time and money. A great way for first-time visitors to get immersed in the natural wonders of Vietnam. This tour will bring you the chance to visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, cycle through Tam Coc, enjoy traditional Vietnamese cuisine and admire the stunning view of Halong Bay with see highlights of the bay such as Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island Beach.

What's Included

All entrance fees and English Tour Guide
Limousine Bus transfer whole package
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
All activities mentioned in itinerary
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
1 night on 5 star cruises in Halong Bay
1 night at 4 star hotel/resort in Ninh Binh
Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses
Holiday surcharge

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up all the guests inside Hanoi Old Quarter Area between 07.15 to 07.30 AM. Please be ready at your hotel/apartment's lobby, our tour guide will wait for you at the lobby of the hotel.

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Meeting point

If you stay outside Old Quarter Hanoi, you can come to our meeting point: Hanoi Opera House. We will pick you up from here.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave – Hotel/Resort (L/D)

    4 stops
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    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 where 100 km away Hanoi Old Quarter. It takes about 2 hours drive included short break on the way.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    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.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Mua Caves

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Ninh Binh – Halong Bay Overnight Cruises (B/L/D)

    3 stops
  • 5
    Halong Bay

    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

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hang Luon Cave

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Ti Top Island

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Hanoi (B/L)

    3 stops
  • 8
    Halong Bay

    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.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Sung Sot Cave

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 10
    Old Quarter

    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

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have a dietary requirement, kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking
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Cancellation Policy

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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