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Experience three of Northern Vietnam’s most remarkable destinations in just 4 days and 3 nights. Explore the cultural and historic highlights of Hanoi, cruise through the spectacular limestone scenery of Ha Long Bay, and discover the natural beauty of Ninh Binh with visits to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Trang An and Mua Cave.
This well-balanced journey combines culture, history, cruising, boating and breathtaking landscapes, making it an excellent choice for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time in Vietnam. Choose between private and shared tour options and customize selected services to create a journey that suits your travel style and budget.
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, complete the immigration formalities, collect your luggage, and proceed to the arrival hall, where our driver will be waiting to welcome you.
Transfer by private vehicle to your pre-booked hotel in Hanoi city center.
Please note that the standard hotel check-in time is from 2:00 PM. If you arrive earlier, you may leave your luggage at the hotel and enjoy some free time exploring the city until your room is ready.
The rest of the day is free at leisure. You may take a leisurely walk around Hanoi’s famous Old Quarter, known for its lively atmosphere, narrow streets, traditional shop houses, local eateries, cafés, and countless small shops. It is an ideal area to experience the everyday life of Hanoi, sample local specialties, or simply wander around and discover the city at your own pace.
Return to the hotel at your convenience.
Overnight in Hanoi.
8h00 – 8h301: Our Tour guide will pick up at your hotel and start to discover Hanoi City.
08h45: Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, the final resting place of Vietnamese great father or Uncle Ho. 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 the Goddess of Mercy worships – 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, etc.
- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. But still can take pictures of the Mausoleum and visit around that area.
- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed for at least 2 months (15th June -15th August) for the annual maintenance.
10h15: 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 the Vietnamese Women’s Museum instead of the Vietnam Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays.
12h30-12h45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine. Vegetarian foods are available.
13h30: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century.
14h30: Continue to visit the Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.
15h30: Keep going to visit Hoa Lo Prison, the prison was built by the French, from 1886 to 1901, when Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. The French called the prison Maison Centrale. The prison was called “A Hell on Earth” and now the prison is like a war museum for those who want to understand more about the war against France by Vietnamese people.
16h30: Our Bus takes you back to the Hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi city
8h00: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km.
9h30: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
10h30: The first destination on this trip is to visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel the ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.
11h30 : Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave ( Dancing Cave ). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
12h45: Have lunch in the restaurant.
13h30 – 14h00: 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”.
15h30: Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi
16h30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi city
THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING
Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel and begin your journey to Halong Bay.
This journey will take you through the Red River Delta where you can see the everyday life of the Vietnamese Villagers.
Upon arriving at Halong, board a traditional sailing junk and get greeted by the crew members.
Discover some of the treasures disseminated across the Bay of the Descending Dragon during the afternoon: fascinating caves, pristine beaches, picturesque floating villages, and fantastic rock formations rising up out of emerald water.
After having a delicious lunch on board, spend the rest of the time at leisure, wherein you can choose to attend our chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
Spend the rest of the evening on the sundeck of your cruise and admire the colors of the sunset painting the sky.
Later, have your dinner accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages (additional cost for drinks) along with various entertainment options like - movie night, squid fishing, etc.
You can also choose to enjoy your drink by sitting relaxedly surrounded by limestone rocks majestically springing out from silent waters in the night.
Overnight stay on the cruise at Halong Bay.
Wake up to the peaceful scenery of Ha Long Bay and enjoy the final morning aboard the cruise. Depending on the cruise program, you may take part in the scheduled morning activities before returning to the boat for breakfast or brunch.
The cruise will continue sailing back toward the harbor while you enjoy the last views of the spectacular limestone islands and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay.
At approximately 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, complete the check-out procedures and disembark at the cruise port.
Our private driver will be waiting to meet you at the harbor and transfer you directly to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi for your onward flight.
The journey from Ha Long Bay to Noi Bai International Airport takes approximately 2.5–3 hours, depending on traffic conditions.
Upon arrival at the airport, the driver will drop you off at the appropriate departure terminal.
End of the tour and our services.
We hope you have enjoyed your journey through Vietnam and wish you a safe and pleasant onward flight.
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Our trip was amazing. Our tour planner and guide planned the best way possible and covered all the places in less time. Another special mention would be our tour guide Ms. Mai who was very kind enough to explain history of each place clearly. Thanks for the showing us around.
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