Glimpse of Ninh Binh & Halong Bay 5 Days

Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay

This unforgettable 5 days Hanoi Ninh Binh Halong Tour will get you through best highlights of North Vietnam. You’ll experience the hustle and charm of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, glide through the serene waters of Tam Coc, and marvel at the stunning limestone karsts of Halong Bay during an overnight cruise.

This tour offers a perfect blend of culture, nature, and relaxation, allowing you to immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich heritage.

Immerse yourself with the charms but hustle of Hanoi Old Quarter
Explore waterways of Tam Coc or Trang An ecological area
See the magnificent Halong Bay with an overnight experience on board

Itinerary

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Day 1: Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival in the capital city of Hanoi, you’ll be greeted by our friendly tour guide. After checking into your hotel, take some time to relax and soak in the artistic and historical essence of this vibrant city. Overnight stay in Hanoi.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meals: NA

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Day 2: Day 2: Hanoi City Tour

The full day tour takes you around Hanoi’s highlights sites including the Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his stilt house, Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda. You also have a chance to visit historic University – The Temple of Literature, that dates back to the 11th century; learn about Buddhist practices in a serene lakeside pagoda. Visit the famous Ethnology Museum. Back to the Old Quarter to walk through the narrow streets that were famous for its specialized craft making guilds, the guild streets are named for their product or location and still bear such names nowadays; and then join in a unique water puppet show that features the Viet folklores and culture.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 3: Day 3: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc

After breakfast, depart from your hotel at 8:00 to Ninh Binh Province. Today we will have chance to learn about the national heroes Dinh and Le who founded the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, dated the 10th century; we glide down a narrow stream in a small rowboat and enjoy a ride through Tam Coc area, which is shaded by steep limestone cliffs that jut out of the blazing green rice paddies. Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 4: Day 4: Ninh Binh – Halong Bay

After breakfast, at around 8.00 am, we are ready to be picked up at your hotel and transferred to Halong Bay. On arrival, you are welcomed on board and have set lunch while cruising in the bay. Depending on which cruise you choose, the detailed itinerary will include a visit to Sung Sot grotto, kayaking (an extra option for most of the boats, some boat has kayaking included), swimming in crystal water, and enjoying the landscape or relaxing in the sundeck. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Day 5: Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi

Wake up on the bay to the sounds of waves, fresh air, and breeze to welcoming the new day. After breakfast, visit a beautiful limestone grotto then walk back to the boat for a final glimpse of Ha Long Bay while cruising back to the dock. The boat arrives at the harbor by 11.30am and your driver is waiting to bring you back to Hanoi. Drop off at your place in Hanoi.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Trip Inclusive

Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
All private transfer and transportation
Bottle of water and cold towel daily on the private van
Experienced English-speaking guide
Meals as indicated (without beverage)
All entrance and sightseeing fees
Boat trip in Tam Coc
2 Days 1 Night trip in Ha Long Bay
Services charges and government tax

Trip Exclusive

International flights & departure taxes
Beverage
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
Vietnam visa stamping fee.
Others not mentioned above

Note:

Check-in time: 02.00 pm – Check-out time: 12.00 pm
Price is based on a minimum of 2 people sharing 1 double/ twin room. A single supplement is surcharged when one person occupies one room.

Price

Category	Price 2026 (per person in US dollar)
Category	2 people	3 – 4 people	5 – 6 people	7 – 8 people	Single supplement
Superior	$594	$518	$440	$406	$213
Deluxe	$645	$569	$490	$456	$252
Luxury	$770	$694	$615	$582	$391

Accommodation

Cities

Hotel Category

Superior

Deluxe

Luxury

Hanoi

San Boutique Hotel

Premium room

Anatole Hanoi Hotel

Grand deluxe room

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

Grand deluxe room

Ha Long Bay

Renea Cruise

Deluxe room

Peony Cruise

Deluxe balcony room

Indochine Lan Ha Cruise

Junior Suite

Ninh Binh

Le Clos De Fil Hotel

Superior room

Ninh Binh Hidden Charm

Deluxe room

Emeralda Ninh Binh Resort

Superior room

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Price from:

$406 / person

You will not be billed at this stage

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Glimpse of Ninh Binh & Halong Bay 5 Days