Tour-ID: VND6-NB
$400

6 days. Essence of Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay

Discover the essence of North Vietnam with this 6-day journey: explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi, the hidden gems of Ninh Binh, and relax on a luxury Halong Bay cruise. The perfect blend of culture, nature, and relaxation awaits!

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Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi (Arrive)

✨ Highlights:

  • 🚗 Airport pickup and transfer to hotel

  • 🏙️ Discover Hanoi Old Quarter & Hoan Kiem Lake

  • 🏛️ Visit Temple of Literature and Train Street Café

  • 🍲 Experience authentic Hanoi cuisine

🕒 Itinerary:

  • ✈️ Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport. Private transfer to hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

  • 🏨 12:00 – Hotel check-in and freshen up

  • 🗺️ 14:00 – City tour: Temple of Literature, Hanoi Opera House, French Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake

  • ☕ 17:00 – Relax at Train Street Café

  • 🍜 18:30 – Guided street food tour (pho, bun cha, egg coffee, etc.)

  • 🏨 21:00 – Return to hotel. Free time

🛏️ Accommodation:
⭐ 4*: (To be confirmed)
⭐ 5*: (To be confirmed)

🍴 Meals: L, D
🕔 End of Day: ~21:00 → Free time

Day 2: Hanoi – Ninh Binh

Highlights:

  • 🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

  • 🏯 Temple of Literature

  • 🏤 French Quarter & Hanoi Opera House

  • 🍲 Chả Cá Thăng Long (Michelin-listed) for lunch

  • ☕ Egg coffee, Train Street

Itinerary:

  • 🍳 07:00: Breakfast at hotel

  • 🏛️ 09:00: Begin city tour: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature

  • 🏤 11:00: French Quarter, Hanoi Opera House

  • 🍽️ 12:00: Lunch at Chả Cá Thăng Long

  • ☕ 13:30: Enjoy egg coffee at Train Street

  • 🕓 16:00: Return to hotel, free time (dinner on your own)

Accommodation:
🏨 ⭐ 4*: To be confirmed
🏨 ⭐ 5*: To be confirmed

Meals: 🍳 B, 🍽️ L
End of Day: Free time

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay

Highlights:

  • ⛩️ Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

  • 🛶 Bamboo boat ride through Trang An caves

  • 🍲 Lunch with goat meat and local specialties

  • 🧗‍♂️ Optional: Hike up Mua Cave

Itinerary:

  • 🍳 07:00: Breakfast at hotel

  • 🚐 08:00: Transfer to Ninh Binh (approx. 2 hrs)

  • 🏯 10:00: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

  • 🛶 11:30: Bamboo boat ride through Trang An caves

  • 🍽️ 13:00: Lunch at local restaurant

  • 🧗‍♂️ 14:00: Optional: Hike up Mua Cave

  • 🚐 16:00: Return to Hanoi

  • 🏨 18:00: Arrive at hotel, free time

Accommodation:
🏨 ⭐ 4*: To be confirmed
🏨 ⭐ 5*: To be confirmed

Meals: 🍳 B, 🍽️ L
End of Day: Free time

Day 4: Halong bay – Hanoi

Highlights:

  • 🚐 Transfer to Halong Bay

  • 🚢 Check-in 5-star cruise

  • 🕳️ Explore Surprise Cave

  • 🛶 Kayak or bamboo boat at Blue Cave

  • 🍳 Cooking demonstration, sunset deck

Itinerary:

  • 🍳 07:00: Breakfast & hotel check-out

  • 🚐 08:30: Transfer to Halong Bay (approx. 3 hrs)

  • 🚢 12:00: Check-in cruise, lunch onboard

  • 🌊 Afternoon: Island hopping – Surprise Cave, Blue Cave

  • 🌅 Sunset on deck, 🍳 Vietnamese cooking class, dinner

  • 🌃 Evening: Free time, enjoy cruise facilities

Accommodation:
🚢 ⭐ Cruise: To be confirmed

Meals: 🍳 B, 🍽️ L, 🍽️ D
End of Day: Free time on cruise

Day 5: Hanoi (city tour)

Highlights:

  • 🌅 Sunrise Tai Chi (optional)

  • 🏝️ Halong Bay island hopping (Hero Island)

  • 🥐 Brunch on cruise

  • 🚐 Transfer back to Hanoi

Itinerary:

  • 🍳 07:00: Breakfast on cruise

  • 🌅 08:00: Tai Chi or island hopping (Hero Island)

  • 🥐 09:30: Brunch, check-out

  • 🚐 10:30: Transfer to Hanoi

  • 🏨 15:00: Arrive at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, free time

Accommodation:
🏨 ⭐ 4*: To be confirmed
🏨 ⭐ 5*: To be confirmed

Meals: 🍳 B, 🥐 Brunch
End of Day: Free time

Day 6: Hanoi (Departure)

Highlights:

  • 🛍️ Free exploration or shopping in Hanoi

  • 🚗 Private transfer to airport

Itinerary:

  • 🍳 Breakfast at hotel

  • 🧳 Check-out

  • 🛍️ Free time for shopping or exploration

  • 🚗 Private transfer to airport 3 hours before flight

Accommodation: X
Meals: 🍳 B
End of Day: End of tour

Inclusion

  • Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
  • English/Chinese-speaking online support (LINE/WhatsApp)
  • Transfer as per itinerary
  • Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • Hotel & accommodation
  • Visa & SIM Card

Exclusion

  • Drinks
  • Other service not mentioned
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

DESTINATION

Destinations:

Hanoi | Ninh Binh | Halong bay

TRAVELING

Style:

Small Group Tour | Private Tour | Family or Couple Travelers

Theme:

History | Culture | Local Life | Nature | Relaxation