Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay
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Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay

4 Days 3 Nights

Trip at a Glance

  • Transfer Included
  • Airport Pickup
  • Group Tour
  • Boat Trip
  • Meals Included
  • Guided Tour

Trip Highlights

  • Explore the rich history and culture of Northern Vietnam, from the ancient Temple of Literature and the historic Hoa Lo Prison Museum to the former imperial capital of Hoa Lu.
  • Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Ninh Binh, featuring a peaceful Trang An boat journey through limestone mountains and caves, a countryside cycling experience, and panoramic views from the summit of Mua Cave.
  • Cruise through the spectacular Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its emerald waters, towering limestone karsts, and some of Vietnam’s most iconic natural scenery.
  • Enjoy exciting outdoor experiences including kayaking or a bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave, exploring the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, and climbing Titop Peak for a stunning 360-degree view over Ha Long Bay.
DAY 1 HANOI ARRIVAL – CITY TOUR HALF DAY

Ha Noi arrival. Car pick up at the airport. Drop off the hotel.

13:30 | Get pick up at your hotel to visit Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century.

15:15 | Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum, which was originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton.

Visit Train street.

16:15 -16:30 | Tour finishes, drop off at meeting point.

Stay At
La Passion Classic Hotel
Check In 2:00 PM 1N Check Out 12:00 PM (Noon)
Stays will be allocated based on availability or similar category
DAY 2 HOA LU – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE

07:00 – 07:50 | Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Ninh Binh. 

09:15 | You will have a short break of 15 – 20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.

10:30 | Visiting Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from years 968 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of Dinh King and Le King to learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

11:15 – 11:45 | It’s time to join our 30 minutes cycling activity to discover the life of the local people. Or stay behind and either relax in the restaurant for sightseeing and capture the views around lake, and valleys. Enjoy swimming at pool on summer time.

13:15 – 13:30 | Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.

15:30 | We continue to visit Mua Cave and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below. 

16:30 – 17:00 | Transfer back to Hanoi. 

19:00 – 19:30 | Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Note: Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions
Activity
Boat ride
Ticket Included
Activity
Climb to the peak of Ngoa Long Moutain
Ticket Included
Shuttle Bus
Transfer by bus
From
Hanoi
Ninh Binh
To
Hanoi
Stay At
La Passion Classic Hotel
Check In 2:00 PM 1N Check Out 12:00 PM (Noon)
Stays will be allocated based on availability or similar category
Day Meals
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at local restaurant
DAY 3 HALONG BAY DAY CRUISE

08:00 – 08:30 |  Our car and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and depart for Tuan Chau Island, Ha Long City via the new expressway. Enjoy a short rest stop along the way.

12:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Board the cruise, receive a warm welcome, and listen to a brief safety introduction before starting your journey.

Embark on a 5-hour cruise through the magnificent Ha Long Bay, famous for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone islands rising dramatically from the sea. Admire fascinating rock formations such as Fighting Cocks Islet and Thumb Islet, while enjoying a Vietnamese lunch served onboard.

13:45 | Arrive at the Bo Hon Archipelago.

Visit the Surprising Cave (Sung Sot Cave) and marvel at the impressive stalactites and stalagmites shaped like sea creatures.

Continue with a kayaking or bamboo boat experience at Luon Cave, where you’ll glide through a tranquil lagoon surrounded by towering cliffs.

Next, stop at Titop Island, known for its crescent-shaped sandy beach and panoramic viewpoint. Relax on the beach or climb to the top of Titop Peak for a breathtaking 360° view of Ha Long Bay.

16:30 | Return to the cruise and enjoy the relaxing journey back to Tuan Chau Harbor. Take in the stunning sunset, sunbathe on the sundeck, listen to music, or chat with fellow travelers amid the world’s natural wonder.

18:00 | Disembark at the harbor and return to Hanoi via the expressway.
20:00 | Drop off at your hotel.

Activity
Kayaking
Ticket Included
Activity
Bamboo boat
Ticket Included
Shuttle Bus
Transfer by bus
From
Hanoi
Tuan Chau Harbor
To
Hanoi
Stay At
La Passion Classic Hotel
Check In 2:00 PM 1N Check Out 12:00 PM (Noon)
Stays will be allocated based on availability or similar category
Day Meals
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch on cruise
DAY 4 DEPARTURE

Hanoi Airport transfer by car (no guide) – Fly back home.

No guide
Shuttle Bus
Transfer to airport
From
Hanoi
To
Noi Bai Airport
Day Meals
Breakfast at hotel

Trip Summary

4 Activities 3 Transfers 3 Hotels
Day 1 - HANOI ARRIVAL – CITY TOUR HALF DAY
1
Hotel: Check-in at La Passion Classic Hotel
Day 2 - HOA LU – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE
1 2 1
2 Activities:
  • Boat ride
  • Climb to the peak of Ngoa Long Moutain
Transfer: Transfer from Hanoi to Hanoi
Hotel: Check-in at La Passion Classic Hotel
Note: Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at local restaurant
Day 3 - HALONG BAY DAY CRUISE
1 2 1
2 Activities:
  • Kayaking
  • Bamboo boat
Transfer: Transfer from Hanoi to Hanoi
Hotel: Check-in at La Passion Classic Hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch on cruise
Day 4 - DEPARTURE
1
Transfer: Transfer from Hanoi to Noi Bai Airport
No guide
Breakfast at hotel
From USD
$268
$206 Per Person
Cultural
From / To: Hanoi / Hanoi
Places: Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay
Meals: 3B - 2L

What’s inside the package?

Inclusions

  • All activities on the itinerary
  • 24/7 hotline support guaranteed.
  • Meals (not drink) as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch)
  • Experienced English-speaking guide;
  • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary;
  • All transportation on tour
  • Accommodation

Exclusions

  • Drinks
  • Early check in & late check out room
  • Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
  • International flight tickets or domestic flights
  • Vietnam Visa
  • Tipping for guides, drivers, hotel staff, restaurant staff, boat rider, etc.
  • Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.
  • Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
  • All other services not specified in the itinerary Surcharge for Peak season, Tet Lunar New year holidays, and compulsory dinner at some hotel & resort on Xmas and New Year’s Eve.