Explore Northern Vietnam on a guided 3-day boat trip from Hanoi with transportation, accommodation, and meals included. This 3-day tour is a great way to take you to see both Ninh Binh and the Halong Bay and the best choice for who would like to save time and money. Visit Ninh Binh and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, explore nature caves in Tam Coc by bamboo boat, hike to Hang Mua's peak and experiencing local culture during a night hotel. Ha Long overnight 5 star cruise, ride a traditional bamboo boat, kayak to scenic caves, join a Vietnamese cooking class, and go squid fishing. Each has its own unique beauty that will surely make you never forget.
We will pick up guests at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your hotel lobby, our driver will come and check your name at receptionist. Please contact us for your hotel address so we can support you in advance.
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.
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 visit 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. The Tam Coc boat tour offers an amazing journey through picturesque landscapes, where you will glide along the Ngo Dong River and explore enchanting caves. This Tam Coc boating experience is a must for those seeking the serene natural beauty in Ninh Binh, Vietnam.
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 Mua 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/bungalow for checking in. You will take a rest and have dinner at Hote 4 star/ Resort. Enjoy your night in Ninh Binh.
7:00: After breakfast, you will check out your room in Hotel/Resort then shared limousine bus will pick up from your stay in Ninh Binh and transfer to Halong Bay for Overnight Cruise (No guide during transfer) (About 4 hour - 4,5 hours drive to Halong Bay). At 11:30 AM : Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Maria, Ha Long Bay will be welcomed by receptionist at cruise's waiting lounge. And check-in room. Then have lunch on Cruise Restaurant. Luxury Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Lan Ha Bay.
This is sample itinerary for Lan Ha Bay Overnight Cruise : Cruising from Halong bay to Lan Ha bay where less touristy passing amazing islands and islets. Kayaking at the pristine places in Lan Ha bay. Swimming at the tranquil lagoons. Enjoy Sunset & relax onboard. In the evening: Cooking class (making Vietnamese Spring rolls). Have dinner with delicious local foods on boat. Entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke, dancing, using bar services, play funny games. Overnight on the cruise. Located south of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay is by far the smallest of the three primary bays in the area. It comprises around 400 limestone islets spread over 76 km2, and is just as pleasing to the eye as Halong Bay.
06:00 – 06:30: Wake up early for the sunrise (depends on the season and the weather). Enjoy Tai Chi session on the sundeck (If it is not raining). Tai Chi helps focus the mind and condition the body. 06:30: Light breakfast is served in the dining room with the morning view of bay’s landscape. 08:30: Come back to Rosy Cruise and pack your luggage. 09:15: Check-out, settle your bills and return the room keys at the reception area 09:30: Delicious brunch is served with set menu. 10:45: After disembarking from Cruise, you will be transferred to Tuan Chau Marina between 11h00 AM to 11h15 AM.
07:00-7:15: Traditional bamboo sampan or kayaking activities in the Light cave area a perfect destination for the adventurous visitor who would love to row or kayak on calm water surface while enjoying the cave’s impressive stonewalls.
At Tuan Chau Harbor, guests will say goodbye to the bay and ride in back to Hanoi at the end of the afternoon about 15h00 pm to 15h30 pm. End of package 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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