4 Day 3 Nights Group Tour: Hanoi Ninh Binh and Halong Bay

Day 1: Hanoi - Ninh Binh Full Day Tour - Homestay/Hotel (L/D)

1. Old Quarter
   Pass by
   07:15 AM – 7:30 AM : Our guide and driver will come to pick up at your Hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter Area then heading to Ninh Binh for 2 hours drive included 1 stop for short break on the way.
2. Bai Dinh Pagoda
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Arrive in Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weight. First, you will get on electric car from car parking to Tam Quan Gate ( main gate) then will walk with our tour guide to visit this pagoda and learn more about buddism religion.
   
   Bai Dinh Pagoda is a cluster of Buddhist architectural structures, consisting of new, giant and imposing temples of the newly-built Bai Dinh Pagoda area which play off ancient and respected shrines of the old Bai Dinh Pagoda area.
3. Trang An Grottoes
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After Bai Dinh Pagoda, you will have lucnh at local restaurant with some vietnamese dishes. After lunch, you will get on transfer to Trang An Eco Tourism Area (This is a Highlight of The Trip). And you will take boat trip in 2,5 hours to explore Trang An Nature Caves
   
   Trang An with an ecosystem of limestone mountains with a geological age of about 250 million, Through a long time of weathering by the change of the Earth, the climate, the sea advance, the sea recedes has brought in hundreds of valleys, caves, lakes, and lagoons. This scenic spot is a place to preserve and contains many wetlands ecosystems, forests on Limestone Mountains, archaeological sites, and historical and cultural relics.
4. Mua Caves
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Then, you will keep going to 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.
   
   Ninh Binh, apparently, is one of Vietnam’s most famous tourist attractions thanks to its wide range of cultural and natural heritages. Among these heritages, 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.
5. Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
   2h · Admission ticket included
   After Mua Cave, you will get on transfer to Homestay/Hotel in Ninh Binh Province. Have dinner then free time to explore local area in night time and stay overnight here.

Day 2: Transfer Ninh Binh to Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay Overnight Cruises (B/L/D)

1. Halong Bay
   6h · Admission ticket included
   6:45 - 7:00 AM : After breakfast, you will check out your room in Homestay/Hotel 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. Luxxury Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Lan Ha Bay.
2. Lan Ha Bay
   4h · Admission ticket included
   This is sample itinenary for Luxury Overnight Cruises in Halong Bay: Cruising from Halong bay to Lan Ha bay where less toutisty 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.
   
   Lan Ha Bay features the same jaw-dropping landscape of towering karst outcrops that tourists typically associate with Ha Long and if it weren’t for the conspicuous absence of crowds in Lan Ha Bay, you probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between the two bays.

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay - Viet Hai Village - Overnight Cruises (B/L/D)

1. Lan Ha Bay
   6h · Admission ticket included
   6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay. 7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast with a cup of tea or coffee. 8:00 – 8:30: Day boat to pick up guests at overnight cruise ships for a separate program of the 3 day 2 night tour. 8:30 – 9:30: Transfer to Day Boat and sailing further on Lan Ha Bay toward to Viet Hai village in Cat Ba Island. 10:30 – 12:00: Kayaking and exploring hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay, places that you can only reach by boat and you may make it only once in your whole life. 12:30 – 13:30: Return to Day Boat and enjoy lunch. 14:00 – 15:00: Walking or swimming at the most beautiful beach of Lan Ha Bay 15:00 – 16:30: Leisure time on Day Boat and return to the pickup places.
2. Viet Hai Village
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Guests will be taken to Viet Hai village and discover the 100 years old with plenty of interesting things. Cycling around, take a deep breath of fragrance paddy field, trying fish massage or talking with gentle and charm local people.
   
   Not so far from Cat Ba island town is a lovely fishing village called Viet Hai - a must-visit attraction for any tourist who comes to visit Cat Ba island and Lan Ha Bay.
3. Halong Bay
   3h · Admission ticket included
   16:30 – 18:30: Come back to our big cruise and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 1 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset. 18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes. 19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise. 21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke… Overnight on the Cruise.

Day 4: Lan Ha Bay - Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)

1. Lan Ha Bay
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay. Have breakfast while admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Then free time doing kayak and explore the landscape in Lan Ha Bay.. After returning to the boat, finish your trip with a hearty brunch while the ship sails back to the harbor. Wave goodbye to the boat from the port and ride in back to Hanoi at the end of the afternoon. 11:00: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor, we hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.
2. Halong Bay
   Pass by
   Passing by Halong Bay on the return Tuan Chau International Cruise Port.
   
   Ha Long Bay in Vietnam is a famous tourist destination which is located on the West coast of the Gulf of Tonkin. With thousands of magnificent islands and many nearby attractions, the bay is a favorite destination of many tourists.
3. Old Quarter
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After the cruise, we will disembark at Tuan Chau Harbor, guests say good bye to crews and halong bay. Our driver will wait for you and transfer you back to Hanoi City. We will return to Hanoi and drop off you at hotels/stays in Old Quarter Area about 15h00 PM to 15h30 PM. End 4 days 3 nights tour.

Pickup details

We will pick up all guests at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your lobby, our tour guide will come and check your name with the receptionist for the tour.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking