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Location

Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Overview

Discover the beauty and charm of Northern Vietnam with this immersive 4-day tour, covering the vibrant capital of Hanoi and the breathtaking Ha Long Bay. Begin your journey in Hanoi, where the rich history and dynamic culture come to life through iconic landmarks such as the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the bustling Old Quarter. Explore the city’s blend of ancient temples and French colonial architecture while savoring authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including the famous pho and egg coffee.

Next, embark on an unforgettable cruise through Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its emerald waters and towering limestone karsts. Spend a night aboard a luxury cruise, enjoying fresh seafood, kayaking through hidden caves, and witnessing the bay’s stunning sunrise. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of floating fishing villages and explore fascinating grottoes before returning to Hanoi. This 4-day adventure perfectly blends cultural exploration with natural beauty, offering a memorable experience of Northern Vietnam’s highlights.

Included/Exclude

  • Accommodation

  • Breakfast

  • Stay Included

  • Sightseeing

  • Dinner

  • Lunch

  • CityTour

  • Airport Transfer

  • Safari

  • Travel Tickets

  • Transfers

  • Entry Tickets

Other Inclusion(s) & Exclusion(s)

  • Modern transportation during tour, transfer, and hotel pickup and drop-off

  • All entrance fees

  • English-speaking guide (other languages available upon request depending on availability. A small surcharge may apply to some languages)

  • Cool-towels and mineral water (2 bottle/person)

  • Meals as per the program

  • Beverages and other meals are not mentioned in the program

  • Travel insurance

  • Visa fees to Vietnam

  • Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels

  • Personal Expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping,...)

  • Tipping/Gratuities, Single supplement

  • Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.

Package Itinerary

Day 1 Hanoi City Tour

Our Tour guide and our Bus pick up at the airport and go to the restaurant to have lunch, Vegetarian foods are available.

14:00 : Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century.

15:00: Continue to visit 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.

16:00: 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 of Vietnamese people.

17:30: Have dinner with at a local restaurant then back to the hotel.

19:00: Free to explore Hanoi by night by yourself.

Day 2 Hanoi– Ha Long Bay (B/L/D)

06:30: Have breakfast at the hotel.

07:30: Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River Delta. Get your camera ready to take photos, comfort break. The time from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay is approximately 3.5hours.

12:00: Arriving Tuan Chau marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Refresh with our welcome drink. Meet the captain, crew in the cruise briefing. Then, check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind. Set sail as lunch is served. Join us for a typical local lunch in the dining room or at the outdoor dining area. Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it is dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Maze cave.

14:00: Arrive at Amazing cave (hang Sửng Sốt), explore the cave and find out how the cave was named Amazing. Reach to the peak point of the cave for a breathtaking panoramic view of the bay. Back to the boat, our cruise will take you to a stunning tranquilizing isolated lagoon for swimming or just simply relaxing on the boat with our spa service and mingle in the picturesque seascape. Next, head back toward the sleeping area. Summit on the sundeck watching the sunset, enjoy our pre-dinner local wine appetizer. It’s ideal time to make acquaintance with new friends, sharing your traveling experience or simply watching the sunset. Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese menu whilst it is served.

19:00: After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at our bar, or take for you one of our onboard activities: book reading, games, movies, and squid fishing.

Day 3 Ha Long Bay – Hanoi

06:30: For the early risers join us for a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Tai chi helps focus the mind and condition the body, joining Tai Chi session to full charge your energy for the day.

07:30: Local breakfast is served.

08:00: Our guide will brief information and the highlights about this fascinating floating village and its local community. Take your option either exploring the village yourself on kayak or comfortably capture the daily life of the fishermen on bamboo boat rowed by the locals.

09:00: Check out the cabins, at your leisure while our cruise taking you pass by other beautiful highlights in the bay.

10:00: You will join with our short class of Cooking demonstration, how to make spring rolls before an early lunch is served.

12:00: Return to the shore and disembark from the cruise as our crew say farewell. Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi. Arrival back at your hotel.

14:30: From there onward, our bus will take you back to the hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter area.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4 Hanoi – Airport

06:30 : Have breakfast Free time to explore Hanoi by yourself, then Vietnam travel group’s driver and tour guide will take you to the Airport.

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