Crossing: 4-Day Tour with Ninh Binh and Halong Bay Cruise

Highlights

• Discover the soul of Hanoi as you explore its historic streets
• Experience the excitement of watching a train pass just meters away
• Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple
• Explore the stunning Trang An grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Description

**Day 1: Hanoi Arrival and City Tour** Arrive in Hanoi . Take a break to recharge and enjoy a delicious lunch. Hanoi offers a diverse culinary experience, with famous options like Pho and Banh Mi, as well as countless other tantalizing treats. **Option 1: Egg Coffee Class and Walking Tour** Kickstart your Hanoi adventure with a unique experience: an egg coffee-making class. Your expert barista will guide you through the art of crafting this iconic Vietnamese beverage. Then, enjoy your own drink. After class, join your guide to explore Hanoi's Old Quarter. Discover the soul of the city as you explore its historic streets, steeped in culture and charm. From the myth of Hoan Kiem Lake to the architectural grandeur of St. Joseph's Cathedral, uncover hidden gems and fascinating stories. Your engaging guide will transform your walk into a lively conversation, sharing insights and answering your questions. Don't miss the chance to witness the extraordinary Hanoi Train Street, a local highlight. **Option 2: Train Street and Mega Grand World** Gather and depart for the morning adventure. Enjoy local pastries and Vietnamese coffee at a cozy café. Experience the excitement of watching a train pass just meters away in the iconic Train Street area. Take a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and stop by the Hanoi Opera House for sightseeing and check-in. Enjoy a scenic ride to Mega Grand World. Wander through the colorful European-style streets, canals, bridges, and iconic attractions like the Clock Tower and Lantern Street. **Day 2: Ninh Binh Day Tour** After breakfast, meet your guide at your hotel and start the 110km journey through the verdant landscape of the countryside. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple dating back to the 17th Century. Enjoy leisure cycling on rural roads alongside the extensive canal network and through small villages with a backdrop of a maze of limestone mountains. Have a buffet lunch at the restaurant with a lot of local foods like goat meat and fried rice. Vegetarian food is always available at the buffet lunch. Visit Trang An to see the amazing beauty of this landscape with many caves such as: Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dack cave), Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view. Go to Hang Mua (Mua Cave) **Day 3: Halong Bay Day Tour** Transfer to Quang Ninh. Arrive at Tuan Chau Island. Welcome aboard and have a Vietnamese traditional lunch with seafood while cruising through the amazing rocks: Incense Burner, Cock Fighting. Explore Sung Sot Cave (Surprising cave) Explore Luon Cave, a stunning water cave, by kayak or bamboo boat. Relax and soak in the serene beauty of the surroundings. Visit Titop Island for swimming, sunbathing, or trekking to the peak for panoramic views of the bay. Back to the cruise. Enjoy a sunset party on the sundeck with red wine, French fries, cakes, and fruits.

Includes

Egg Coffee making class Walking tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter Visit to Train Street Visit to Mega Grand World Visit to Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel Cycling on rural roads Buffet lunch with local foods Visit to Trang An grottoes Visit to Hang Mua (Mua Cave) Halong Bay cruise Vietnamese traditional lunch with seafood Explore Sung Sot Cave Explore Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat Visit Titop Island Sunset party on sundeck

Important Information

• Egg Coffee class must be taken before 4pm Vegetarian food is available at the buffet lunch Optional gondola boat rides at Mega Grand World

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund