I. ITINERARY
DAY 1: AIRPORT PICK UP – HA NOI CLASSIC (L/D)
Morning
Upon
your arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by
our friendly guide and transferred to your hotel in Hanoi. Take a moment to
settle in and refresh before beginning your exploration of this vibrant city. Start
your classic Hanoi experience with a visit to the must-see Temple of Literature – the first university in Vietnam, built in
the 11th century as an homage to the Chinese scholar Confucius. You'll then
take a lunch break at a local restaurant. In
the afternoon, our guide will take you to the Museum of Ethnology where you will learn about the 54 Vietnamese
ethnic groups. Here you'll be able to gain a greater insight into the diverse
cultures within Vietnam. Next, we'll visit the Ngoc Son Temple, set on a tiny island, on the picturesque Hoan Kiem
Lake. After
this, we'll explore the 36 streets of the Old Quarter by Cyclo, each named after the products that are, or once were, sold
there. This will be one of the main highlights of this Hanoi Classic tour when
you can have more understanding of the hustle and bustle of Hanoi. End
your Hanoi tour with a traditional water
puppet show before returning to your hotel.
DAY 2: HANOI – HALONG CRUISE (B/L/D)
You
will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi to go straight to Tuan Chau marina,
Ha Long bay. At 11:30 upon your arrival at the waiting lounge, express check-in
before boarding for the cruise. You will then be transferred to the cruise by a
tender boat, enjoying Welcome Drink
from crew staff. Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs
towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the
gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone. At 15:00 in the afternoon,
your first excursion is a visit to Luon
Cave. This is considered as one of the most ideal places in Halong for
kayaking or rowing boats. After that, you can visit Titov Island, where you can go swimming or hike to the top for
another stunning, panoramic view of the Bay. Then
at 17:30 Return to the cruise and enjoy the Bay sunset while enjoying the "Happy Hour" special. You may
also join our chef in the kitchen to learn how to make traditional spring
rolls. Later you can enjoy our special dinner on the sundeck (if the weather is
permit) or in the restaurant. After dinner, it’s your choice for a fun squid
fishing, spa (charge fees), karaoke or relaxing.
DAY 3: HA LONG BAY –
SUNG SOT CAVE – TUAN CHAU - NINΗ ΒΙΝΗ (B/L/D)
Greet
the new day on the sundeck by doing Taichi
with fellow passengers. Light breakfast is served at the restaurant as the
cruise extends further to Hang Sang -
Hang Toi, one of the best attractions on Lan Ha Bay, known for its pristine
and tranquil beauty. Guests will be offered the opportunity to explore the area
on the smaller motorized tender boat.
Then
you'll check out of your cabin before enjoying a Vietnamese cuisine brunch
buffet served at the restaurant. Transfer again by cruise tender boat for
20-30m to return to Tuan Chau Marina. Next,
you'll set off on the 3.5-hour car ride to Tam Coc in Ninh Binh Province. Overnight
at a bungalow in Tam Coc.
DAY 4: CYCLING AROUND
TAM COC - BICH DONG PAGODA - DANCING CAVE - TAM COC BOAT RIDE - HANOI (B/L/D)
Start
your day by cycling around scenic Tam Coc through the villages and rice fields.
You will stop first to visit Bich Dong
Pagoda, located on top of a mountain with stunning views. The Bich Dong Pagoda
was constructed with three separate temples (Lower, Middle, and Upper) built on
three levels along the mountain slopes. Then,
continue cycling to Dancing cave
where you will hike up more than 500 steps to reach the top with a wonderful
panoramic view of Ninh Binh, Trang An and Tam Coc landscape. After
lunch, you'll hop on a 1.5 hour boat
ride along Ngo Dong river. Sit back and relax as you glide through this breathtaking scenery,
passing through caves and rice fields. This boat tour offers an opportunity to
admire the natural beauty of mountains and rivers, witness the peaceful life of
riverside residents, and explore historical sites. We'll
then drive back to your hotel in Hanoi.
DAY 5: HANOI – AIRPORT
DROP OFF (B)
After
enjoying your final meal at the hotel and spending some last moments shopping
or taking a leisurely stroll around the city, our driver will pick you up at
the scheduled time for your transfer to the airport. The tour concludes with
your drop-off at the airport.
INCLUSION
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Experience:
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Unique – Explore
different between Halong in land and the “real” Halong
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Accommodation: 4 nights in local bungalow/hotel/cruise
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Meals:
3 breakfasts, 4 local
lunches, 4 local dinners
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Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle, modern transportation
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Touring: English speaking tour guide, all entrance fees
EXCLUSION
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Flight ticket
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Visa
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Tip
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Travel Insurance
Personal expenses