Day 1: Hanoi-Ninh Binh & Bungalow

Ninh Binh - Between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM, a bus and tour guide will collect you from the Hanoi Old Quarter. Discover the cultural and natural wonders of Ninh Binh province on a guided day trip from Hanoi. Visit Hoa Lu, cycle around the area, float along the serene rivers of Trang An, and climb to the top of Mua Caves for breathtaking panoramic views of the rocky hills.

You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi and head towards Ninh Binh. Explore Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s 10th-century capital, visit the King temples, and learn about its history while cycling. Enjoy lunch before continuing to the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in the 2017 movie “Kong.” Board a wooden boat to navigate its peaceful rivers, explore mysterious caves, and admire towering limestone karsts covered with tropical plants. Finally, climb 500 steps to the viewpoint of Mua Caves to enjoy panoramic views of Tam Coc. Spend the night at a Ninh Binh Bungalow.

19:00 Dinner is served at Ninh Binh Bungalow.

Ninh Binh - 07:20 – 07:50 - A driver and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

10:45 – Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple, dating back to the 17th Century.

12:00 – Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with delicious local cuisines.

13:30 – Head to the Trang An Grottoes, a stunning natural beauty of majestic limestone massifs rising dramatically from rice paddy fields. Deep within the linked chains of towering mountains are pristine mystical valleys, numerous freshwater ponds, and jungle. Embark on a traditional sampan gently rowed down the exquisite river through numerous caves: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thanh Truot Cave, and Cao Sơn Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, Vu Lam Temple.

15:30 – Arrive at Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain to watch the spectacular rice valley with a spacious view of nature.

17:15 – Transfer to Ninh Binh Bungalow and stay overnight at the Bungalow.

Ninh Binh - 07:30 – 07:50: Pick up from your hotel in the Old Quarter area and depart for Ninh Binh.

10:00- 10:30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the temple of King Dinh and King Le. With the guidance of our local guide, you will learn more about Vietnamese history. Take a bike ride to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains on a unique route.

12:00: Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.

13:30: Visit Tam Coc by a Sampan boat rowed by a local person for about 1.5 hours. Known as “Halong Bay on land,” the boat trip is a pleasant journey along the river with the peaceful scenery of limestone mountains and rice paddies if traveling during harvest season.

15:45: Return to the Limousine Bus and head to Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps to reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain and enjoy an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from there.

17:00- 17:30: Drop off at Ninh Binh Bungalow and stay overnight there.

Hoa Lu Temple - Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s 10th-century capital, explore King temples, and learn its history. Before lunch, enjoy an optional bike ride or relax and explore the village.

Tam Coc - Tam Coc

Mua Caves - Trekking Mua Cave

Trang An Landscape Complex - Discover Trang An

Day 2: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay

Halong Bay - 07:00- 7:30 AM The Limousine bus will pick you up at Ninh Binh Bungalow and transfer you to Halong.

12:00 Boarding time, check in to your cabin. Activities include boarding the Cruise for departure, a welcome drink, cruise briefing, and safety instructions.

13:30 A delightful lunch is served while cruising past islets.

15:30 Kayak around Luon Cave for about an hour, then visit Titop Island. Choose from activities such as sunbathing, swimming, and climbing to the peak of the largest island in Halong to take panoramic photos of Halong Bay. Return to the cruise to watch the sunset and relax.

18:00 Cooking Class. Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will explain the process during the demonstration.

19:30 A luxury set menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods.

21:00 Join the squid fishing on the boat.

Overnight on Cruises.

Lan Ha Bay - 07:00 - 07:30: The Limousine bus will pick you up at the Bungalow and transfer you to Halong Bay. Embark at the Port. Enjoy a welcoming drink and cruise briefing. Have lunch while cruising through Da Chong Islet, Con Vit Islet, and many other islands. The Cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay and completes its entry through Cua Van Area. The area is surrounded by extraordinary limestone karst landscapes.

Kayak and/or enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Bay. There are 2 options depending on the tide.

Option 1: Visit Ba Trai Dao Beach and kayak in Tra Bau Area of Lan Ha Bay - a quiet tourist paradise.

Option 2: Visit Dark Cave & Bright Cave by bamboo boat or kayak to the Dark & Bright Cave for about an hour.

Enjoy the complimentary sunset party on the sundeck with local wine and fresh fruits. Dinner is served on board. Take some leisure time to enjoy chatting at the bar/sundeck, squid fishing, relaxing, and overnight on the cruise.

Ti Top Island - Titop Island Halong Bay

Sung Sot Cave - Sung Sot Cave

Dark & Light Cave - Dark Cave & Light Cave

Bai Tu Long Bay - Day 2:
Transfer from Ninh Binh to Ha Long Bay. Upon arrival, check in to a 5-star cruise and enjoy a welcome lunch on board. After lunch, settle into your luxury cabin with a private balcony.

In the afternoon, visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village and explore the beautiful Bai Tu Long Bay with activities such as kayaking, swimming, and sightseeing. Later, relax on the sundeck and enjoy the sunset over the bay.

Dinner will be served on the cruise. After dinner, you can relax on board or try squid fishing before spending the night on the cruise.

Vung Vieng Fishing Village - Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village, one of the most peaceful and authentic floating villages in the beautiful Bai Tu Long Bay. Surrounded by limestone karsts and calm emerald waters, the village offers a unique glimpse into the traditional life of local fishermen who have lived on the bay for generations.

Guests can explore the village either by traditional bamboo boat, gently rowed by a local boatman, or by kayaking for a more active experience. As you glide through the quiet waterways, you will pass floating houses, fish farms, and small pearl farms while learning about the daily life and culture of the fishing community.

This visit offers a peaceful and immersive way to experience the natural beauty and local heritage of Vung Vieng Fishing Village in Bai Tu Long Bay.

Day 3: Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay - Hanoi

Halong Bay - 06:15 Tai Chi class on the Sun-Deck.

07:10 Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries on board.

07:45 Arrive at the Surprising Cave, the largest cave in Ha Long Bay with 10,000 square meters. The cave resembles a Vietnamese house with three chambers: a lobby, dining room, and bedroom, featuring the most beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. The cave tour lasts about 60 minutes.

09:00 Upon returning to the boat, you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. When checking out, please remove all belongings from the cabins; you may leave heavy luggage outside the cabins.

10:30 Brunch is served.

After brunch, relax on the sundeck or in the dining room, enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.

11:00 Disembark at Halong International Harbour.

11:20 Check-out from the cruise.

11:45 The bus will pick you up and transfer you back to Hanoi.

15:00 The bus will drop you off at Hanoi Old Quarter.

Lan Ha Bay - 06:30 Tai Chi Class on the Sundeck.

07:30 Have breakfast and enjoy the sunrise on the bay.

Option 1: Visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets (1 hour) by local rowing boats, showcasing a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage.

Option 2: Kayak and swim at Ao Each area for about an hour to discover more beautiful views. Then return to the cruise to pack your luggage, check out your cabin, and join a cooking class demonstration. Enjoy lunch while cruising back through Tuan Chau Port. Return to Hanoi and arrive in Hanoi around 2:30 - 3:00 PM. End of the trip.

Hang Luon Cave - Kayaking Luon Cave Halong Bay

Trung Trang Cave - Trung Trang Cave

Ba Trai Dao - Ba Trai Dao Beach

Bai Tu Long Bay - 6 AM: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or enjoy a morning view of the bay with a cup of tea or coffee.

7 AM: Breakfast is served Western style.

8 AM: Explore the hidden Thien Canh Son Cave and spend time at a white sandy beach at Hon Co Island.

9 AM: Upon returning to the boat, take about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.

9:30 AM: Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration and quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey, a 2-star Michelin chef, used to teach – Nem Cuon.

10:15 AM: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat.

11:15 AM: Head back to the harbor and disembark at SunWorld pier.

11:30 AM: Say farewell to Halong Bay and ride back to Hanoi by shuttle bus.

3 - 3:30 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi.

• Private Balcony Cabin Halong - Lan Ha Bay 5 Star Cruise
• Kayaking in Halong Bay/Lan Ha Bay
• Boat trip at the Trang An Grotto/Tam Coc
• Cycling at Hoa Lu Option
• Cooking class on cruise
• Tai Chi On Cruise
• Swimming, squid fishing
• English-speaking tour guide full trip
• Hotel pickup and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
• Transfer by Limousine bus
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance fees
• All activities
• Welcome drink on the cruise (soft drink, tea, or coffee)
• Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
• Free set-up Honeymoon room (please send request)
• Free set-up anniversary room (please send request)
• Free a birthday cake for customer have a birthday on trip (please send request)
• Little Charm Bungalow Ninh Binh Private Room
• Free Cycling at Bungalow after check in bungalow if have free time

• Drinks
• Tips and gratuities.
• New Year, Christmas, National Holiday extra surcharge
• Peak season extra surcharge per person from 1 Oct to 30 April
• Government VAT per person
• Single Supplement extra Surcharge 100 USD (Extra Surcharge Single room for Solo Travelers)

Explore Ninh Binh’s famous Trang An Cave, and ancient Bai Dinh Temple, Mua Cave, experiencing local culture during a 1-night home-stay. Ha Long overnight 5 star cruise, kayaking, swimming, fishing. Feast your eyes on the towering limestone karst formations at Trang An Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest complex of Buddhist temples in the country Visit the ancient Dinh King temple in the Hoa Lu Citadel Hike 500 steps to the top of Mua Mountain and take in the panoramic views Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet lunch Take a three-hour sampan boat trip through Trang An landscapes Pass through natural emerald water caves Sail upstream to the grottoes of Trang An aboard a traditional wooden boat A luxury cruise service of the highest safety standard discovery Halong & Lan Ha Private Balcony Cabin, Kayaking, Swimming, Cooking Class, Squid fishing Free set-up honeymoon/anniversary cabin (please send email request) Free a birthday cake if customer have a birthday date on trip (please email)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.