Hanoi: 3-Day Ninh Binh, Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise
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Discover Northern Vietnam in 3 days, from Ha Long Bay’s emerald waters on a luxury 5-star cruise to Ninh Binh’s ancient valleys, with kayaking, luxury, relaxation, and culture site.
Highlights
- Free Junior-to-Senior cabin upgrade Jan 10–Feb 27,2026 (subject to availability)
- Includes Transport, Meals, Activities: Taichi, Cooking Class and Kayaking
- Stay in a Halong Bay 5-star cabin with private balcony and bathtub
- Vegan, vegetarian, special dietary needs & food allergies accommodated
- Climb to the top of Mua Cave for one of Southeast Asia’s best panoramic views
Description
Day 1: Hanoi – Ninh Binh 7:20–7:40 AM: Limousine Bus pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi, you will embark on your 2.5-hour journey to the Ninh Binh. On the way, we have a break around 15 minutes. 10:30 AM: Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu 12:00-12:30: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, with a Vietnamese buffet of goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice, vegetarian food options. 13:30: Continue to the Trang An Landscape Complex - a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in the 2017 movie Kong: Skull Island. Hop on a wooden boat (4 people/boat) to navigate through its quiet rivers, discover mysterious caves, and admire towering limestone karsts covered with tropical plants. 16:00: Finally, climb up 500 steps to the viewpoint of Mua Caves to marvel at panoramic views of Tam Coc before transfer to Ninh Binh home-stay. You will later spend the night at a hotel in Ninh Binh. Day 2: Ninh Binh – Ha Long/Lan Ha Bay 7:15–7:30 AM: Depart from Ninh Binh by Limousine bus to Tuan Chau Island, gateway to Ha Long Bay. 11:20–11:45 AM: Arrive at Tuan Chau and wait for cruise check-in. Take a tender boat to your luxury cruise ship. Upon boarding, you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and cold towel. After check-in, enjoy lunch in the onboard restaurant as the cruise sails through the serene waters of Ha Long Bay. In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to explore the stunning white limestone karsts and the mysterious Dark and Light Caves Return to the ship to relax. You can also join a cooking class or sunset party on deck. After dinner, relax with romantic music, sip a cocktail at the bar, try squid fishing, spa massage (extra fee), or simply rest in your cabin. Day 3: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi Wake up early and enjoy a light breakfast as the cruise continues its journey. Depending on the cruise itinerary, you’ll join one of the following morning activities: Option 1: Kayaking and swimming in the peaceful waters of Tra Bau. Option 2: Explore the Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island. Option 3: Visit the historic Hospital Cave, used during wartime. After the morning activity, return to the boat for a farewell brunch as the ship makes its way back to the harbor. 11:30–11:45 AM: Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi. 3:00–3:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. (If you have a flight afterward, we can help arrange a taxi for an extra fee.) *** Special Cruise Requests: Please let us know in advance if you’d like to arrange any of the following: Birthday Celebration: A complimentary birthday cake if your check-in date falls on your birthday. Honeymoon or Anniversary: Free honeymoon-style room setup for wedding or anniversary celebrations.Includes
Pickup and drop-off within Hanoi Old Quarter by limousine bus Air-conditioned vehicle English-speaking tour guide in Ninh Binh and Halong Bay 2 nights Night 1: 1-night at ecolodge/Hotel I Private Room Night 2: luxury 5-star cruise with private balcony, bathtub I Private Room All Meals included (02 breakfasts, 03 lunches, 01 dinner) Vegan, vegetarian, special dietary needs & food allergies accommodated Entrance fee for Ninh Binh Insurance on board Welcome drink on the boat Kayaking Tai chi Ride a bike, kayak, and bamboo boat Cooking class Sunset party on the boat Birthday celebration (A birthday cake if your birthday is the same day as your check-in on the Ha Long Bay boat) Honeymoon cabin (if requested before departure)Important Information
- Please advise of any dietary requirements or room decorations for a honeymoon, birthdays etc. at the time of booking Please share your hotel address and contact number WhatsApp for the pickup service Families with two children under the age of three will be subject to a 50% adult rate surcharge for one of the children. Separate bed for child: Pay as an adult FOC (Free of Charge) for 1 child from 0–3 years old. Peak season surcharge (Oct 1 – Apr 30): 13 USD/per person Government VAT: $25 per person
