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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

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

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

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

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

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)
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

 

Price from:
$406 / person

    You will not be billed at this stage

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