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Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Northern Vietnam on a 3-day tour from Hanoi. Experience the majesty of Ha Long Bay, overnight on a cruise. Enjoy the peaceful and rustic scenery of Ninh Binh

Highlights

• Explore the landscapes seen in 'Kong: Skull Island' by kayak or bamboo boat
• Unwind on a cruise through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay with your own ocean view
• Enjoy a variety of activities on the cruise, from night squid fishing to karaoke
• Swim around Ba Trai Dao Island or take a small boat to the village of Tra Bau
• Savor the flavors of local cuisine during a buffet at a Vietnamese restaurant

Description

Day 1: Hanoi - Ninh Binh (lunch included) About 7:30am, a guide will pick you up at your hotel, depart to Ninh Binh province by limousine. Arrive in Hoa Lu, visit the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010 with the temple of King Dinh and King Le. Then hop on a bicycle to ride around the village and discover daily life here. Next, enjoy a buffet lunch at the restaurant (vegetarian options are available). Continue to Trang An, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Join a 3-hour boat ride to enjoy the beauty of river through 3 stone caves. And then visit the Mua Cave. From the foot of the mountain, you can climb 500 steps to reach the mountain's peak to enjoy views of the city and Tam Coc below. At the end of the day, check-in to your room in Ninh Binh. Free time for dinner. You can spend more time cycling independently around the village before having dinner. Overnight on the Lotus hotel 3*/ Lalita Hotel 4* ... in Ninh Binh Day 2: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (breakfast, lunch, dinner included) After have breakfast, get on the limousine and depart to Ha Long. 11:30 Arrive port, the tender boat will take you to the Cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, listen to the tour guide introducing Ha Long bay and safety policies then check in your cabin. 13:00 Savor a delightful lunch at the onboard restaurant, featuring distinctive culinary flavors. As you dine, the cruise gently sails past beautiful sites such as Elephant Leg Islet, Tra Bau Fishing Village, and countless uniquely shaped limestone karsts. The cruise arrives at the Dark & Bright Cave area. You may choose between kayaking through the majestic natural scenery or enjoying a bamboo boat ride rowed by local people. Afterwards, you are free to swim in the emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay (weather permitting). 17:30 Return to the cruise to relax on the sundeck, admire the sunset, enjoy the 'Happy Hour' promotion, or join a fun cooking class with our chef. After that, indulge in a set-menu dinner at the restaurant. After dinner, you are free to relax or take part in evening activities such as squid fishing, watching a movie... Overnight on the Cruise 4-5 stars on Halong Bay Day 3: Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi (breakfast, lunch included) 06:00 Wake up to the fresh air and poetic scenery of Lan Ha Bay. Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck to ener- gize your new day. Have breakfast at the restaurant. Continue the journey with a visit to Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island – the second-largest island in Vietnam. Besides its impressive stalactites and stalagmites, Trung Trang Cave also harbors a mysterious, unique ecological system in the darkness. 09:00 Return to the cruise for a short rest and proceed to check-out. Enjoy a brunch buffet as the cruise slowly heads back to the habor. Arrive at the port, the Limousine take you back to Hanoi. Drop you off at your hotel around 16:00pm

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Roundtrip transportation by limousine Guide 1 day shared a Ninh Binh tour with 1 restaurant lunch 2 days shared 4-star or 5-star (depending on option booked) cruise 1 night at the hotel Ninh Binh 3-4 star with breakfast 1 night stay on the cruise 4-5 stars 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner on the cruise Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay entry fees Bamboo boat ride in Trang An Kayak or bamboo boat ride in Ha Long Sunset cruise party Night activities on the cruise (karaoke, movies, and squid fishing)

Important Information

• The itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice if the weather is bad. Parents are responsible for taking care infant (including eating, sleeping, and moving around). Children sleep in the share bed with parents. You will climb 500 steps to reach the top of the Mua Cave (Ninh Binh). There is no elevator. The last day's ending time is around 4:00 p.m in Hanoi Center. You can also finish your trip in the Tuan Chau - Ha Long if you don't want to come back Hanoi.

Easy cancellation

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