Enjoy the journey
DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL (D)
Welcom to Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling capital city. You are greeted by our tour manager then we start to enjoy our holiday by leading to Hanoi city.
In the afternoon, the sightseeing tour begins with a visit to the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first National University. Next is a visit to one of the most beautiful lakes of Hanoi – the Hoan Kiem Lake (Restore Sword Lake) & free shopping at Dong Xuan market, Old Quarter.
After that enjoy a cyclo tour around Hanoi Old Quarter which is considered the central and the soul of the city.
End the tour with a show of Water Puppetry, a unique stage art created by the Vietnamese peasants.
Dinner at Indian Restaurant
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 2: HANOI – HALONG - HANOI (B/L/D)
Departing Hanoi's old quarter early, you’ll get a full day out on the water amongst the thousands of islands that dot the sea in this unique landscape. Cruise around Halong Bay with Vietnamese lunch onboard, then explore Surprise Cave by bamboo boat or paddle around by kayak. Relax or enjoy a swim at Titop Island, or hike to a vista point for sweeping views. Enjoy afternoon tea and watch the sunset over the scenic bay before returning to Hanoi.
Dinner at Indian restaurant
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 3: HANOI – NINH BINH – HANOI (B/L/D)
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the beautiful area of Ninh Binh often described as Halong Bay on land.
In Ninh Binh you will visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu where you will visit Dinh and Le temples. This scenic temple is dedicated to founder of the once-impressive citadel it sits within called Dinh Tien Hoang. The small 17th century gardens are beautifully shaded, a delightful respite from the heat of the day, and feel very authentic. All around are the limestone karsts, and a similar temple is just down the road.
After Indian lunch, you also take a paddle boat ride through the beautiful karts limestone fringed waterways of Tam Coc, means 3 caves. On the boat you will venture through water caves, seeing alive activities of local on the banks of river, goats eating grass on lime-stone mountain… This trip allows for amazing photographic opportunities in a unique Vietnam landscape, a world away from Vietnam’s frantic cities. Drive back to Hanoi in the late afternoon.
Dinner at Indian restaurant
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 4: HANOI DEPARTURE (B)
Our Tour Manager and driver will pick you up at hotel then transfer to the airport for departure flight.
HOME SWEET HOME!
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Private transfer and transportation on tour
- Private boat trip in Halong Bay
- Private boat trip in Ninh Binh
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge 20% for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2024 – 02 January 2025 (inclusive)
o Vietnamese New Year: 28 Januray – 02 February (inclusive)
o Unification Day and May Day: 28 April – 03 May 2025 (inclusive)
o National Day: 28 August – 04 Sep 2025 (inclusive)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive -
TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory):
o Group from 2 to 4 pax: 7-8 USD/ pax/ tour day
o Group from 5-7 pax: 5-6 USD/ pax/ tour day
o Group from 8 pax and up: 3-4 USD/ pax/ tour day - All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
Tour Map
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