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5 Days – Northern Splendor – From History to Majestic Nature

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Form USD

Original price was: $468.Current price is: $390.

/ Adult
9.6
Easy Getaway
Start /End: Hanoi/Hanoi
Place: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Ninh Binh
Meals: 4B - 3L - 1D

Overview

Destination: Ninh Binh, Hanoi, Halong Bay
Departure Day: Everyday
Depature: Hanoi
Theme: Family
Travel Style: Adventure & Nature, Cultural & Heritage
Accommodation Style: Modern

Value of the package

  • Dedicated Guides
    Our seasoned guides will accompany you, offering deeper insights into the history, culture, and natural beauty of each destination.
  • Relaxing Accommodations
    Unwind at comfortable hotels where you can enjoy warmth, coziness, and absolute relaxation after each day’s adventures.
  • Vibrant and Diverse Itinerary
    From the bustling Old Quarter of Hanoi to the natural wonder of Ha Long Bay and the serene charm of Ninh Binh’s countryside, every stop is a memorable experience.
  • Rich Local Cuisine
    Savor iconic dishes like Hanoi’s pho, fresh seafood from Ha Long Bay, and the renowned Ninh Binh goat, all offering a true taste of the region.
  • Modern and Safe Transportation
    Travel in state-of-the-art, comfortable, and safe vehicles, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey throughout.

Itinerary

You will arrive in Ha Noi city. When you finish clearance procedure, please go out to pillar B.10, our driver will wait there for you with your name on sign. 

You will be warmly welcomed by the driver. Then our car will lead you from the airport to your hotel. 

Free time for leisure to enjoy the Old Quarter to enjoy the bustling local life. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers.

It’s a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities all around you. 

 

 

 

 

Walking street food tour

11:30 for Lunch 

18:00 for Dinner 

(Pick-up time will be flexible in 15 minutes)

Joining Hanoi street food tour to learn more about the culture, history in this thousand years old town while filling up on the flavors that made Hanoi one of the world’s best destinations for food-lovers. Our expert guide will show you all the best food stands or local restaurants in The Old Quarter.

We carefully choose very unique and authentic dishes (*) to perform a very special experience we’ve created for you.

Bun Cha (Grilled Pork noodles)

It has been more than 6 years since former US President Barack Obama had bun cha with the late celebrity, his own chef in Huong Lien restaurant at 24 Le Van Huu street, Hanoi.

You will really fall in love with egg coffee. Because it will drool with its strong taste of natural coffee bitterness and the frothy texture of egg yolk mixture.

 

 

Banh Cuon (Steamed Rice Pancake)

 

Banh Mi (Vietnamese Bread)

Pho Bo/Ga (Beef/Chicken Rice Noodle Soup)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Vegetarian food or special requirements are available upon request.

* Pictures might look different from reality.

7h30-08h30: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Halong Bay which is far from Hanoi city about 170 km.

10h30: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

12h30: Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor, Welcome to Cruise

– We will take you on 5-6 hour journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which is renowned for its striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shapes, including Cock Fighting and Thumb, while having lunch on boat.

13h45: you will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalactites with different shapes of sea life, then go kayaking or bamboo boat in Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon.

15h30: Visit Titop Island with a sandy beach adjacent to the towering limestone mountain with an excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titop Peak for a panoramic view of the bay-like paradise.

16h30: Cruising back to Tuan Chau harbour. There is a lot of time for sunbathing on the upper deck with music, and enjoy the great fun of group touring fellows among world’s iconic natural scenery.

17h45: We get on the bus back to Hanoi by Highway, and have a short break for 20-30 minutes.

20h00 – 20h30: Drop off at your Hotel, Trip ends.

Hanoi, located on the banks of the Red River, is one of the most ancient capitals in the world, where you can find well-preserved colonial buildings, ancient pagodas, temples and unique museums within the city center. 

8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City.

08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake.

It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.

09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of  Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world.

Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…

Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.

Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed for at least 2 months (15th June -15th August) for the annual maintenance but still can take pictures Mausoleum and visit that area

11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam.

Special Note: We will visit Women’s Museum instead of the Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays.

12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.

14.00-14.15: Continue to visit the Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century.

15.15 -15.30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel

7h10 – 7:25: Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province.

09h15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax  . 

10h30: Visit Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty.

11h45: 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.  

13h00: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hour bamboo boat. 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”.

14h30: Continue the tour for 45 mins – cycling around the village to discover the life of the local people.

15h30: Get back to the Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

16h30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.

19h30: Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi.

Breakfast is served at hotel.

Our driver will come to your hotel before your flight 3 hours, then he will take you to the airport. 

Fly back. Have a safe flight!

 

Inclusions

Meals 4B - 3L - 1D
Transport Car, Cruise
Accommodation Hotel (3 Nights), Ha Long Cruise (1 Night)
Included activities
  • All activities on the itinerary
  • 24/7 hotline support guaranteed;
  • Meals (not drink) as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner);
  • Experienced English-speaking guide;
  • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary;
  • Transfers: Airport Pick up and drop as per your flight timings + Internal Transfers on SIC basis in a comfortable and hygienic vehicle.
  • Bottle of water on the coach (1 bottle/1 person/1 day)
  • Accommodation as mentioned above. Check in: 2 pm. Check out: 11.am
  • Early check in room on arrival day

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Booking and Payment Policies

  • The customer receives the payment confirmation receipt via email within 15 minutes of successful booking.
  • The confirmation voucher will be released via email in less than 48 hours after customers making deposit.
  • To confirm the booking, 30% deposit of total tour cose will be required (not applied for prepaid service such as flight tickets, train tickets, early bird rate, etc). The remaining balance will need to be paid on the starting day of the tour.

Cancellation Policies

  • If cancellation are made 15 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of deposit will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 7 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 75.0% of deposit will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 0 days to 7 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of deposit will be charged as cancellation fees.

Payment Terms Policies

  • 100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 0 days before the date of travel.

Changing tour program and refund policies

  • After the final programs were confirmed from both sides, Lily's Travel has the right to refuse all the change from the customers. To support for the customers, we will apply the policy below:
  • If the changes are made 15 days before travel date, Lily's travel will charge no changing fee and send back the customers the final itinerary
  • If the changes are made less than 15 days before the travel date, Lily's Travel has the right to refuse to change. Customers will need to pay the extra for any fees that caused by these changes. 
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Form USD

Original price was: $468.Current price is: $390.

/ Adult
9.6
Easy Getaway
Start /End: Hanoi/Hanoi
Place: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Ninh Binh
Meals: 4B - 3L - 1D

Or deposit at least $100

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FAQ

1. What services are included in the tour?

The tour includes all expenses for entrance fees, meals, accommodations (hotel or homestay depending on your preference), transportation between destinations, and a tour guide. Specific details are included in the itinerary we have sent.

2. Does the tour price include airfare?

The current tour price does not include airfare. However, we can assist you in booking flights at a discounted rate. You can also choose a package that includes airfare if needed.

3. Is vegetarian meal support available?

Yes, we offer vegetarian meal options. Please inform us in advance so we can arrange a menu that suits your needs.

4. Can I modify the tour itinerary?

You can adjust certain parts of the itinerary based on your preferences, but this depends on the flexibility of each destination. We will assist you with the arrangements if possible.

5. What is the cancellation and refund policy?

Our cancellation policy depends on the notice period. If canceled before X days, you will receive a full refund. From Y to Z days, a partial refund will be provided, and no refunds are available after Z days. We will send detailed terms via email.

6. What is the weather like at the destination?

The weather at the destination is generally stable during your travel period. However, we recommend checking the weather forecast closer to your departure date for accuracy. Additionally, we will send suggestions on what to pack based on current weather conditions.

7. Does the tour include travel insurance?

You can adjust certain parts of the itinerary based on your preferences, but this depends on the flexibility of each destination. We will assist you with the arrangements if possible.

8. What payment methods are available for the tour?

We accept payments via credit card, bank transfer, or in-person payment at our office. If you have special requirements for payment methods, please let us know, and we will assist you.

9. Is airport pickup service available?

Yes, we offer an airport pickup service. Simply provide your flight information, and our team will be waiting for you at the airport with a name sign.

10. Are there any special documents I need to prepare?

You will need to bring your passport, visa (if required), and other personal documents. We will send you specific instructions via email before your departure to help you prepare.

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