3 Days Ninh Binh and Halong Bay Cruise or Bai Tu Long Bay

Day 1: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Trang An & Mua Cave (L)

1. Hanoi
   2h
   7:10 – 7:40 our guide and bus pick you up from the meeting point at Hanoi Old Quarters driving to Ninh Binh, on the way, stop for a short break to stretch your legs.
2. Hoa Lu District
   2h
   10h30: 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.
   
   11h15 - 11h45: 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, waterfall and valleys.
   
   12h00: You will have a buffet lunch with local specialties in Ninh Binh. The vegetarian option is also available.
3. Trang An Grottoes
   2h · Admission ticket included
   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”.
4. Mua Caves
   2h · Admission ticket included
   15h30: Our next destination is Mua Cave. There, you will climb 500 steps to reach the mountain's peak, overlooking the beautiful view of the city and Tam Coc below.
   17h00: The minivan will transfer you back to hotel for staying overnight in Ninh Binh.
   17h30: Check in the room. Enjoy swimming at pool on summer time.
   19h00 - 19h30: Have dinner at restaurant. Overnight in Ninh Binh

Day 2: Ninh Binh - Transfer to Halong - Halong Bay / Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise (B/L)

1. Halong Bay
   4h
   06h15 - 06h30: Check out of room. Have a light breakfast
   07h00: Get picked up by driver, transfer to Halong bay. Its take about 3.5-4 hours
   11h15-11h30: Arrive at Tuan Chau harbour. Our Crew welcome guests at Tuan Chau International Port & check-in on boat. Enjoy the welcome drink.
2. Hang Luon Cave
   5h · Admission ticket included
   12:00 Boarding time, check in your cabin. Followed by activities such as: boarding the Cruise for departure, Welcome drink will be served and cruise briefing, safety instructions 13:30 Great lunch is served while cruising passing by islets. 15:30 Kayaking around Luon Cave, visit Titop Island. Free choice of activities such as sunbathing, swimming and conquering the peak of the biggest island in Halong and taking panoramic photos of Halong bay. 19.00 Cooking Class. Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. 19:30 Luxury set menu dinner is served with variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods 21:00 Joining the squid fishing on boat Overnight on Cruises
3. Bai Tu Long Bay
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Option BAI TU LONG BAY CRUISE: Departing from Halong International Cruise Port, guests are warmly welcomed with a refreshing drink and served a premium lunch while the cruise sets sail to explore the stunning Bai Tu Long Bay.
   Option 1: The cruise anchors at the Cong Do area — an ideal spot for kayaking through untouched nature and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.
   Option 2: Guests will visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village, where they can experience traditional fisherman life by bamboo boat or kayak.
   In the evening, guests are invited to join a Vietnamese cooking class, enjoy a refined dinner on board, and unwind in the peaceful ambiance of the bay.

Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise /Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise - Hanoi (B/L)

1. Halong Bay
   4h · Admission ticket included
   06:15 Tai Chi class on the Sun-Deck 07:10 Have light breakfast with Coffee, tea, and bakeries on board 07:45 Arrive at the Surprising cave, the biggest cave in Ha Long Bay with 10,000 square meters, when you visit the cave like our Vietnamese house with three chambers as lobby, dining room and bedroom with most beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. We will tour the cave for about 60 minutes. 09:00 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. When checking out please remove all of your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins. 09.40 Brunch is served. After brunch, Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier. 10:45 Disembark at Halong International harbour
2. Bai Tu Long Bay
   4h · Admission ticket included
   OPTION BAI TU LONG BAY CRUISE: Start the morning with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises. The cruise then heads to Thien Canh Son Cave, a hidden gem known for its fascinating limestone stalactites and soft white sand beach.
   After the excursion, a light breakfast will be served before guests return to the port, marking the end of an inspiring journey.
3. Hanoi
   3h
   When we arrive at pier, you'll have time to relax in the lounge before we make our way back to Hanoi. 15:30 - 16:00pm: Arrive in Hanoi, drop you off at your hotel and finish your tour.

Pickup details

Tour guide will come your hotel lobby and ask your name to pick you up.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wifi connection is avaliable on board but has limited internet connectivity throughout the itinerary due to the sea and the karst limestones and mountains blocking the signal from the satellites. Please take this into your consideration.
• Due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be canceled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.