From Ha Long’s emerald seas to Ninh Binh’s ancient valleys, experience the best of Vietnam in 3 days — a perfect blend of nature, luxury, relaxation, adventure, and cultural discovery.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Old Quarter

  • Limousine

    (2 hours)

  • Ninh Binh Province

    Guided tour (24 hours)

    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bike tour, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

    Optional

    Local restaurant

    Tea, Dessert, Lunch, Local snacks, Regional food (30 hours)

    Optional

    Tràng An Landscape Complex

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bamboo rafting, Safety briefing, Canoeing (2.5 hours)

    Optional

    Hang Múa

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Sunset (1 hour)

    Optional

  • Hidden gem

    Swimming, Overnight stay, Hotel or resort activities (12 hours)

  • Limousine

    (4 hours)

  • Quang Ninh

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Sunset, Overnight stay, Safety briefing, Sunrise, Canoeing (36 hours)

    Hạ Long Bay

    Tea, Dessert, Lunch, Boat cruise, Regional food (1 hour

    Optional

    Lan Ha Bay

    Kayaking, Bamboo rafting, Canoeing (1 hour)

    Optional

    Secret stop

    Free time, Boat cruise, Sunset, Cooking class (2 hours)

    Optional

    Hidden gem

    Tea, Dinner, Boat cruise, Regional food (1 hour)

    Optional

  • Limousine

    (2 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

          Old Quarter

Highlights

  • Vegan, vegetarian, special dietary needs & food allergies accommodated
  • Includes Transport, Meals, Activities: Taichi, Cooking Class and Kayaking
  • Stay in a Halong Bay 5-star cabin with private balcony and bathtub
  • Climb to the top of Mua Cave for one of Southeast Asia’s best panoramic view

Full description

From Ha Long’s emerald seas to Ninh Binh’s ancient valleys, experience the best of Vietnam in 3 days — a perfect blend of nature, luxury, relaxation, adventure, and cultural discovery.
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. Kayaking or swimming in the peaceful waters of Tra Bau.
After the morning activity, return to the boat for a farewell brunch as the ship makes its way back to the harbor.
11:00 AM: Disembark the harbour. Please wait the bus at the cruise waiting lounge
11:30–11:45 AM: The bus will pick you up from the harbour and 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

  • SUMMER DEAL: FREE one-way car transfer from Hanoi center to Ha Noi airport for groups of 4 or more. Valid for all new bookings made & check-in from June 27 to September 30.
  • Pickup and drop-off within Hanoi Old Quarter by 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)
  • Drinks
  • 1 dinner in Ninh Binh
  • Surcharge on Christmas, New Years, and national holidays

Important information

1. What to bring

  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted

2. Not allowed

  • Plastic bottles

3. Know before you go

  • For bookings made before 26 June 2026, peak season surcharges (Oct 1 – May 2) 13 USD per person and Vietnamese Government taxes 25 USD per person will be charged separately.
  • Please advise of any dietary requirements or room decorations for a honeymoon, birthdays etc. at the time of booking
  • We arrange the services based on the time the booking is received. If you are interested in any services listed on the website, please make a note in your booking
  • Please share your hotel address and contact number WhatsApp for the pickup service. Your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours. The exact pick-up time will be reconfirmed one day prior to your travel date.
  • 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.
  • *** Age is calculated by year

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